How many days is the Seoul Solo Dining: Best Restaurants for One course?

This course is a 2-day itinerary covering 9 spots across Seoul.

When is the best time to take the Seoul Solo Dining: Best Restaurants for One course?

This course can be enjoyed year-round.

Yes, this course is completely free. You can access all itinerary details, map links, and local tips at no cost.

Do I need reservations for spots in the Seoul Solo Dining: Best Restaurants for One course?

Some spots in this course require reservations. Check individual spot details for reservation requirements.

Seoul Solo Dining: Best Restaurants for One

Food

congdu myeongdong

4.9(40)

07:00-21:30

Korean restaurant by Chef Park Hyonam, White Spoon on Culinary Class Wars S2. Healthy Korean course centered on soy and tofu, with various vegetarian options.

Food

Tongin Market Tteokbokki

3.8(73)

09:00-17:30Under ₩15,000/person

Tteokbokki stall inside Tongin Market. Gireum tteokbokki (oil-fried style) is the draw here -- crispy, savory, and different from the usual saucy version.

Food

Hadongkwan Gomtang

3.6(2,101)

07:00-16:00₩40,000–100,000/person

Gomtang restaurant since 1939. Milky white ox-bone soup simmered for hours. Rice comes separately.

Food

Tongin Market (Coin Lunch Box)

3.8(7,592)

09:00-18:00Under ₩15,000/person

Traditional market with a coin lunch box (yeopjeon dosirak) system. Buy brass coins, then browse stalls to fill your lunch box with different Korean dishes.

Food

CHAEUM KOREAN TRADITIONAL RESTAURANT

4.9(990)

11:00-22:00

Chaeum Hanjeongsik in the heart of Myeongdong serves traditional Korean table-d'hôte meals in a warm, hanok-inspired setting. The set menus range from 25,000 won per person (standard, with assorted side dishes) to 45,000 won (premium, with galbi-jjim braised ribs or ganjang gejang soy-marinated crab), making it an accessible taste of authentic Korean cuisine. The restaurant holds halal certification, accommodates group bookings, and offers hanbok (traditional clothing) experience add-ons.

Food

Dokdo 16 celcius

3.4(27)

07:00-21:30

Japanese restaurant by Chef Kim Sanghun (4-Pyeong Loner), Black Spoon on Culinary Class Wars S2. Authentic Japanese by a solo chef in a tiny space.

Food

Ca'Del Lupo

4.2(207)

12:00-21:50

Italian restaurant by Chef Lee Jaehun (Prince of Seochon), Black Spoon on Culinary Class Wars S2. Authentic Italian home cooking in a Seochon alley.

Cafe

Seochon Village

4.3(9,500)

10:00-21:00₩15,000–40,000/person

A charming traditional neighborhood west of Gyeongbokgung with hidden cafes, art galleries, and bakeries in hanok-style buildings. Less touristy than Bukchon with a local neighborhood feel.

Food

Hikarimono Starfield Avenue GranSeoul

5.0(32)

11:00-22:30

Japanese omakase by Chef Shin Hyundo (Knife Makase), Black Spoon on Culinary Class Wars S2. Exquisite sushi and sashimi course by a knife technique master.

Food

안덕

4.2(88)

11:30-21:00

A Seochon gem recreating a Pyongyang grandmother's recipe. Clear broth mandu-guk (dumpling soup) with a gentle, non-spicy flavor.

Seoul Solo Dining: Best Restaurants for One

Route Overview

Daily Itinerary

Classic Solo: Seolleongtang → Kalguksu → Samgyetang → Ramen

Imun Seolnongtang

Myeongdong Kyoja

Tosokchon Samgyetang

Oreno Ramen Main Store

Recommended Restaurants Nearby

congdu myeongdong

Tongin Market Tteokbokki

Hadongkwan Gomtang

Tongin Market (Coin Lunch Box)

CHAEUM KOREAN TRADITIONAL RESTAURANT

Dokdo 16 celcius

Ca'Del Lupo

Seochon Village

Hikarimono Starfield Avenue GranSeoul

안덕

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