Restaurants

Down a staircase in a Noryangjin alleyway, music rises to meet you before you even reach the door. Yene is part restaurant, part community gathering place — and one of the most genuine dining experiences

The same South African spirit that made Itaewon famous, now firmly planted in Pyeongtaek. Big portions, great food and the kind of welcome that makes newcomers feel right at home.

Brunch by day, wine bar by night — Moment Morocco brings the flavours and atmosphere of Morocco to one of Seoul's trendiest neighbourhoods. The only spot of its kind in Seongsu.

Pulled pork sandwiches, fried plantains, mac and cheese and all-day breakfast — JJ's has been feeding homesick souls near Camp Humphreys since 2013, and it has never missed.

A Moroccan owner, a tight menu done brilliantly, and an atmosphere that makes you forget you're in Seoul. Morococo Café is one of the most charming spots in the whole HBC neighbourhood.

The same South African spirit that made Itaewon famous, now firmly planted in Pyeongtaek. Big portions, great food and the kind of welcome that makes newcomers feel right at home.

Since 2011, this hidden gem in the backstreets of Itaewon has been serving Seoul the real thing: South African lamb chops, homemade sausages and meat pies straight off the braai.

Injera, Doro Wat, and the warmth of East Africa right in the middle of Itaewon. A one-of-a-kind dining experience you won't find anywhere else in Korea.

You don't stumble upon Happy Home. Someone tells you about it. And once you've been, you'll understand why authentic Nigerian comfort food, right in the heart of Seoul.

A Korean chef who fell in love with Tunisia brought its flavours back to Seoul. Discover one of the city's most unique dining experiences, steps from Gyeongbokgung Palace.

Slow-cooked lamb, pepper steak and spinach feta rolls, all wrapped in handmade South African pastry. Pie Republic is one of Hongdae's best-kept secrets.