Best 6 Gimbap Places in Seoul, South Korea
In Korea, there are many gimbap specialty shops. Some of these shops sell only gimbap, while others offer a variety of other dishes such as ramen, tteokbokki, and fish cakes. As of 2009, it is reported that there are over 45,000 gimbap specialty shops nationwide. Save the ones known for their unique flavors and make sure to visit them!
1. FUNNY TONGUE
10-1, Seongdeokjeong 3-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Enjoy a delicious gimbap with eggs cooked on a large iron plate and mozzarella cheese inside.
2. Boseul Boseul Yeoksam Main Branch
59, Nonhyeon-ro 85-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea
A recommended gimbap restaurant for those on a ketogenic diet, known for its savory and mild flavors. The menu features options filled with eggs instead of rice. There is a diverse selection, making it fun to choose from.
3. Go Leun Haet Sal
14, Gaeunsa-gil, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul, South Korea
A place famous for its tuna gimbap made with black rice, where you can enjoy the rich flavor of savory rice grains and generous ingredients.
4. May’s Gimbap
605, Bongcheon-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul, South Korea
A place famous for its gimbap as big as a forearm. Enjoy the gimbap here, which excels in both taste and portion size!
5. Yeonhui Guimbap
2, Yeonhui-ro 11ga-gil, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, South Korea
A place famous for its spicy squid gimbap—definitely a must-try for those who love spicy food. The tuna gimbap is also very delicious!
6. Umma Mom Yak Son Gimbap
21, Hanbit-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul, South Korea
A place that makes gimbap with unique ingredients. They use turmeric rice, giving all the gimbap a yellow hue. The octopus gimbap and avocado gimbap are particularly famous. All herbal ingredients and other ingredients are sourced domestically.
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