Mapo-gu Food Guides
Korean BBQ Guide: What Locals Actually Eat in Hongdae
Skip the overpriced tourist spots near the main street. Here's where university students and young Koreans actually go for samgyeopsal, and what to order when you get there.
Mangwon Market: The Local Alternative to Gwangjang
Less crowded, more authentic. Mangwon Market is where Mapo-gu locals shop and snack.
Yeonnam-dong Cafe Hopping: Beyond the Instagram Hype
Yeonnam-dong Forest Path is cute, but the real cafe gems are one block away from the crowds.
Late-Night Chimaek in Hongdae: Chicken + Beer Until 4AM
The sacred Korean combo of fried chicken and beer. Best spots that stay open until the first subway.
Best Ramyeon Spots Near Hongdae Station
From fiery buldak to creamy tonkotsu-style, these ramen joints near Hongdae are perfect for cold nights.
Budae-jjigae in Mapo: Army Stew Done Right
The ultimate comfort food that mixes Korean and American flavors. Get it with ramyeon noodles.
Affordable Bibimbap Near Mangwon Station
You don't need to go to Jeonju for great bibimbap. These Mangwon spots serve it for under ₩8,000.
Fresh Sashimi Without the Noryangjin Price Tag
Hidden sashimi restaurants in Mapo-gu that source directly from the coast. Half the tourist markup.