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Where to Eat in Seoul: Pork Kimchi Jjigae From Mark Wiens | Varedelo
This guide turns Best Korean Food!! HUGE BONE HOTPOT + 5 Must Eat Foods in Seoul! from Mark Wiens into a practical restaurant map with 6 saved spots around Gangnam District, Jongno District, and Seocho District. The mapped places include a restaurant stop, a bakery stop, a cafe stop, and a national park. Use it to understand the places, dishes, and trip context before saving the map in Varedelo.
What the creator captured
Mark Wiens was highly impressed by the mature, ripened kimchi used in the stews, which provided a perfect acidic balance. He particularly enjoyed the unique texture of the rolled omelet and the nostalgia of eating thick cubes of spam in the kimchi broth. He also marveled at the sheer scale of the noodle house, which required a ten-story parking garage to accommodate its massive lunch rush.
What this map is good for
- Planning a korean restaurant stop or short itinerary in Gangnam District.
- Comparing food stops from a creator or saved local map before you commit time in the city.
- Saving 6 mapped spots into Varedelo so the list stays usable on the ground.
- Using the original video as context, then turning it into a clean place-by-place map.
Featured spots on this map
- Pro Soy Crab
Coffee Shop in South Korea, Seoul, Seocho District, Gangnam-daero 97-gil, 7 프로빌딩, Seocho District, Gangnam-daero 97-gil, 7 프로빌딩
Price level: Expensive - 정인수학
National Park in 11 Changuimun-ro 10-gil, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea - Pyeongyang Myeonok
Store in 6 Nonhyeon-ro 150-gil, Gangnam District, Seoul, South Korea, Gangnam District, Seoul, South Korea
Price level: Medium - Sigol
Korean Restaurant in South Korea, Seoul, Gwanak-gu, 남현동 1060-2, Seoul, Gwanak-gu, 남현동 1060-2 - KimbuksoonKeunNambijip
Korean Restaurant in 15 Apgujeong-ro 2-gil, Gangnam District, Seoul, South Korea, Apgujeong-ro 2-gil, Gangnam District, Seoul, South Korea
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - Taegeukdang Bakery
Bakery in 7 Dongho-ro 24-gil, 장충동 Jung District, Seoul, South Korea, 장충동 Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
Price level: Medium
Food notes from the video
- Pork kimchi jjigae
- Spam kimchi jjigae
- Rolled omelet
- Bean sprouts
- Tofu
- Lemony lime soda
- Noodle boiling water
- Mandu (dumplings)
- 1 more included in the app.
Experiences captured
- Visited Kimchi-jjigae specialty restaurant
- Observed kitchen preparation of stews and omelets
- Ate from individual copper pots
- Saw signed pot lids on the wall
- Witnessed a 10-story valet parking garage
- Visited a legendary North Korean style noodle house
- Experienced a fast-paced, packed dining room
Planning notes for Jongno District
Gyeonji-dong is a legal administrative district located within the Jongno District of Seoul, South Korea. It is situated in the city's center, bordered by the Insa-dong cultural corridor and the Gyeongbokgung Palace complex. Historical Heritage and Traditional Culture The district serves as the headquarters for the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism. The central landmark is Jogyesa Temple, which was established at its current site in 1937.
Must-try foods nearby
- Seolleongtang (Ox Bone Soup)
A quintessential Seoul comfort food, this milky-white broth is made by simmering ox bones, brisket, and other cuts for over 15 hours. - Formal Temple Cuisine (Baru Gongyang)
An elevated, multi-course vegan experience managed by the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism. - Janchi Guksu (Banquet Noodles)
A simple, traditional noodle dish often served at the Jogye Temple's 'Seungso' cafeteria. - Bojagi Bibimbap
A visually stunning 'wrapped' version of the classic mixed rice dish found at local hotspots like 'A Flower Blossom on the Rice. - Ssanghwa-cha (Medicinal Herbal Tea)
A deep, dark, and slightly bitter traditional tea made from a blend of medicinal herbs like peony, cinnamon, and licorice.
When to go: The best months to visit Gyeonji-dong are April to June for cherry blossoms and September to November for vibrant autumn foliage and clear skies. During these shoulder seasons, the weather is mild and dry.
Local tips
- Use the Airport Railroad Express (AREX) to Seoul Station and transfer to Subway Line 1 to reach Gyeonji-dong via Jonggak Station.
- Always remove your shoes when entering traditional hanok guesthouses or specific sit-down restaurants in the area.
- Use both hands when giving or receiving items, such as payment cards or drinks, to show proper respect to locals.
- Keep your rice bowl on the table while eating rather than lifting it, and avoid sticking your chopsticks upright in the rice.
What travelers are noticing
- Yeondeunghoe (Lotus Lantern Festival) 2026: Major cultural events and lantern exhibitions centered around Jogyesa Temple from May 16–17, leading up to Buddha's Birthday on May 24.
- Ujeongchongguk (Postal Museum) Revitalization: The historic site of Korea's first post office is trending as a viral photo spot for its blend of antique 19th-century architecture and modern interactive exhibits.
- Seoul Spring Festival 2026: A district-wide cultural celebration from April 10 to May 5, featuring K-culture performances and 'guerrilla' pop-up events throughout the Jongno area.
Planning questions
What is this video map?
It is a crawlable guide to the mapped places from Best Korean Food!! HUGE BONE HOTPOT + 5 Must Eat Foods in Seoul!, with the creator video, a static map preview, and selected spots from the trip.
Can I save these spots?
Yes. Open the map in Varedelo to save the places, keep planning notes, and revisit the guide from your phone.
Does this replace watching the video?
No. The video remains the source, and the map makes the places easier to scan, compare, and save while planning.
Use it on your trip
Save this restaurant map before you go
Keep the mapped spots, creator context, food notes, and planning details together. Varedelo turns the page into a phone-friendly map you can revisit when you are choosing where to go.