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Seoul Western Restaurants

Di Oliva

Di Oliva, located in Gangnam has been in business since 2009. That alone speaks volumes. The area is perhaps the most restaurant dense neighborhood in the world but Di Oliva is always busy! ...more »

  • Location: Gangnam Station
  • Type: Western
  • Tel: +82-2-554-661

The Kitchen Salavatore & Bar

Located in Somerset Palace Seoul, near Insadong, this Italian casual dining bar and restaurant boasts a variety of Italian foods a varied drinks menu incl. an extensive wine list, sake and cocktails. ...more »

  • Location: Gwanghwamun
  • Type: Western
  • Tel: +82-2-730-5545~6

Vecchia & Nuovo

Vecchi & Nuovo is a run by the famous Chosun Hotel in Seoul. The cafe is located in the trendy Dosan Park area and their food and drinks are fabulous. Everything tastes good here. ...more »

  • Location: Apgujeong
  • Type: Cafés

PIZZERIA D'BUZZA

PIZZERIA D'BUZZA is a small establishment near Hangangjin station in Itaewon. Neatly tucked away in a back alley, this Italian restaurant serves up some of the best pizzas in the area of Itaewon. ...more »

  • Location: Itaewon
  • Type: Western
  • Tel: +82-2-794-9474

PLATOON KUNSTHALLE

PLATOON KUNSTHALLE is a unique, urban space for subculture in Asia - a dynamic open building where new ideas are born. It is an Art Gallery, Music Venue, Restaurant & Bar and Night Flea Market. ...more »

  • Location: Apgujeong
  • Type: Art Galleries
  • Tel: +82-2-3447-1191/7

Baby Guinness

Baby Guinness, it is located on the narrow alley behind the Hamilton Hotel in Itaewon. It's an Irish Pub serving amazing breakfast burgers, fish'n'chips and delicious fries. ...more »

  • Location: Itaewon
  • Type: Western

Baerlin

Baerlin is flavorful German cuisine in the heart of Seoul. Experience and indulge yourself in the German regional kitchen and drinking habits. Baerlin serves up some of the best German cuisine. ...more »

  • Location: Gwanghwamun
  • Type: Western
  • Tel: +82-2-722-5622

Suji's Deli

Suji's Deli is casual, authentic NY style cooking, friendly staff, sophisticated, yet cool atmosphere. Known for its authentic food, genuine relationships and comfortable surroundings. ...more »

  • Location: Itaewon
  • Type: Western
  • Tel: +82.2.797.3698

East Village

Kwon Woo-joong, the owner and chef of East Village, cooks food that reflects his experiences from working in Tokyo and New York. This funky gastro pub offers a new style of Korean cuisine. ...more »

  • Location: Itaewon
  • Type: Western
  • Tel: +82-2-790-7782

A Pot

A Pot is run by chef Sunjin Hwang, who worked at the legendary restaurants like El Bulli in Spain and Noma in Denmark. This restaurant is the only place in Korea that serves this kind of cuisine. ...more »

  • Location: Hongdae
  • Type: Western
  • Tel: +82-2-337-0992

All Seoul Restaurants

Our Local Experts say:

There are more than 4000 Italian restaurants in Seoul so you can imagine how many restaurants there are in total offering 'Western food'. In terms of Western, Seoul has everything from European influence to modern American. Find local favorites here!

Why eat only Korean food when in Seoul? Some of the best foodies in Seoul are restaurants serving up Western food. Acclaimed establishments, worthy of Michelin Stars and listed in international food guides are all present here. Even smaller underdog establishments run by Korean chefs who have worked abroad in some of the best kitchens and returned home to open their own place, are adundant in Seoul. Many Western restaurants can be found in Itaewon, a neighborhood full of great Western cuisine as well as other International foods.

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