Embark on a culinary journey to explore the delightful seasonal flavors of spring at these hidden gem restaurants. From eels to tuna, sea squirts, webfoot octopus, and bracken, immerse yourself in a gastronomic adventure!
Marusim (마루심)
Experience the upcoming eel season at Marusim in Banpo-dong, Seocho-gu, Seoul. A Nagoya-style hitsumabushi specialty restaurant, eel is rich in protein, calcium, and unsaturated fats, perfect for energy recovery. Enjoy eel in three different ways – with rice, with wasabi and green onions, or mix it all with poured green tea.
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- address : 1F, Seongjin Building, 316 Tojeong-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
- phone : 02-711-1378
- operating time : 11:00 – 22:00
- break time : Mon-Fri: 15:00 – 17:00
- holidays : No information
Todam Charcoal Grilled Spicy Chicken (토담숯불닭갈비)
Todam Charcoal Grilled Spicy Chicken in Chuncheon, Gangwon Province, is renowned for its deodeok grilled dish. Deodeok is rich in dietary fiber and beneficial for the intestines. Enjoy the unique taste of marinated fresh bracken alongside delicious spicy chicken galbi.
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- address : 662 SinseomBat-ro, Sinbuk-eup, Chuncheon, Gangwon Province
- phone : 033-241-5392
- operating time : 11:00 – 22:00
- break time : No information
- holidays : No information
Cheonho Jukkumi (천호쭈꾸미)
Experience the adorable webfoot octopus at Cheonho Jukkumi in Seongnae-dong, Gangdong-gu, Seoul. Rich in taurine, it’s beneficial for lowering cholesterol levels and alleviating fatigue after drinking. Enjoy the delightful spicy sauce and high-quality webfoot octopus dishes.
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- address : 14 Cheonhodaero 158-gil, Gangdong-gu, Seoul
- phone : 02-477-9994
- operating time : 12:00 – 24:00
- break time : No information
- holidays : No information
Maltar Tuna (몰타참치)
Indulge in the finest tuna at Maltar Tuna in Daechi-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul. Known for its low-calorie and effective in preventing hypertension, it’s one of Seoul’s top three tuna spots. Experience the chef’s recommended eating methods and savor the melt-in-your-mouth tuna on special occasions.
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- address : 26 Samsung-ro 85-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
- phone : 02-508-7861
- operating time : 11:30 – 23:00
- break time : Mon-Fri: 14:00 – 17:00, Sat-Sun: 15:00 – 17:00
- holidays : First and third of the month
Eunmilhan Babssang (은밀한밥상)
Eunmilhan Babssang in Itaewon-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, offers delectable seasonal fare like bracken. Reserve in advance to enjoy their seasonal bracken dishes, including bracken bibimbap and bracken pasta.
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- address : 9 Noksapyeongdaero 32-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
- phone : 02-2254-0505
- operating time : 11:30 – 23:00
- break time : No information
- holidays : Sunday
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