Embark on a culinary journey to explore the renowned restaurants of famous TV chefs in Korea. From delicious dishes to cozy atmospheres, let’s unravel the essence of these culinary gems!
Italian Jai (이태리재)
Experience Italian Jai by Chef Jeon Ilchan, a restaurant located in a 70-year-old hanok renovated into an Italian eatery. Dive into their unique one-bite dishes like ‘Cicheti’ and the renowned ‘Truffle Cream Gnocco’. Pair them with an ‘Aperol Spritz’ for a perfect dining experience. Closed on Mondays and the 1st/3rd Sundays.
- address : 74-9 Yulgok-ro1-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
- phone : 070-4233-6262
- operating time : 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- break time : 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
- holidays : Monday, 1st/3rd Sundays
Choi Dot (쵸이닷)
Indulge in the innovative cuisine of Chef Choi Hyunseok at Choi Dot, his newest restaurant known for its extravagant courses. Operating exclusively with course menus for both lunch and dinner, choose from 3 or 4-course options during lunch hours. Immerse yourself in a unique dining experience with a blend of ambiance, service, and flavors at Choi Dot. Get ready to taste new and delicate flavors like never before!
- address : 3F Angsdom Building, 457 Dosan-daero, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
- phone : 02-518-0318
- operating time : 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- break time : 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM
- holidays : No information
136 Gil Yookmi (136길육미)
Explore 136 Gil Yookmi by Chef Choi Kangrok, winner of Master Chef Korea Season 2, known for his distinctive and exceptional culinary skills. Indulge in their signature dish, ‘Baked Eel Stone Pot Rice’ and ‘Buckwheat Gimbap’, a delightful fusion of soft egg rolls, avocado, chili paste, buckwheat noodles, and more. Popular among Gangnam office workers for lunch, enjoy their savory dishes in an Izakaya-style at night!
- address : 9 136-gil, Eonju-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
- phone : 02-542-8899
- operating time : Mon-Fri: 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM, Sat: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- break time : 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
- holidays : Sunday
Dear Bread (디어브레드)
Introducing Dear Bread by Chef Lee Wonil, a place where natural fermented bread reigns supreme. Their ‘Ciabatta Sandwich’ with fresh veggies, cheese, ham, and ‘Cranberry Baguette’ are popular choices. Known for selling healthy and delicious bread at reasonable prices, it’s a haven for bread lovers. As the bread sells out quickly, it’s advisable to visit early!
- address : 27-46 Daehyeon-dong, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul
- phone : 02-313-0877
- operating time : 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- break time : No information
- holidays : Sunday
Udong Garden (우동카덴)
Discover Udong Garden by Chef Jung Hoyoung, known for showcasing Japanese cuisine with easily accessible ingredients. Try their unique ‘Bukkake Udon’ with hand-kneaded and aged udon noodles, offering a firmer texture than regular noodles. Their ‘Shrimp Tempura Bukkake Udon’ and ‘Squid Bukkake Udon’ are highly recommended. Visit for a free noodle refill up to 3 times with the mini gyudon served before the meal!
- address : 2-1 1F Yanghwa-ro 7an-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul
- phone : 02-6463-6362
- operating time : 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM
- break time : Mon-Fri: 2:40 PM – 9:30 PM
- holidays : No information
Mori No Aruyo (모리노아루요)
Discover the charm of Mori No Aruyo, an authentic Japanese restaurant in Jeju run by Kim Seungmin, the winner of Master Chef Korea Season 1. Indulge in their signature dish ‘Kaisendon’, a seafood rice bowl loaded with premium ingredients like tuna, abalone, octopus, and sea urchin. Their ‘Mero Don’, featuring grilled rockfish and tofu, is also a must-try. Open for dinner as an izakaya, the rice bowls are exclusive to lunch hours!
- address : 769-58 Hasoro, Aewol-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju Special Self-Governing Province
- phone : 064-799-4253
- operating time : 11:30 AM – 8:00 PM
- break time : 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
- holidays : Sunday
Cookolo Osteria (쿠촐로오스테리아)
Step into Cookolo Osteria, owned by the ‘Brain Sexy Chef’ Kim Jiwon, a chef known for his appearance on a popular entertainment show. Among his 3 restaurants, Cookolo Osteria was the first to open and was featured in a pasta episode of a TV show. Try their ‘Truffle Tagliatelle Pasta’ and ‘Uni Pasta’ topped with premium sea urchin for a tantalizing experience. Don’t miss their beloved appetizer, Spinach Arancini. Due to limited space, reservations are a must!
- address : 30-1 Sinheung-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
- phone : 02-6083-0102
- operating time : 6:00 PM – 1:00 AM
- break time : No information
- holidays : No information
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