Korea's 10 Must-Visit International Restaurants in Hannam

A basement hideaway locals whisper about, where golden corn pizza arrives bubbling and sweet, and a red ragu pasta with pleasantly springy noodles perfumes the air with tomato and spice. It’s the kind of place where you settle in for a casual feast, with friendly staff and a menu that favors straightforward pleasure over fuss. Same-day bookings are possible, walk-ins are welcome, and inquiries run through KakaoTalk—just note condiments are intentionally minimal.

Find it via the passage between Little Neck and the parking lot, then take the stairs down to B1 for that warm slice-and-pasta glow.

• Order this: The signature corn pizza and the red ragu pasta for a sweet-savory one-two.

A New York–polished, Seoul-seasonal grill where steaks meet clean charcoal perfume and plates tell the city’s four seasons. Loved by both neighborhood regulars and visiting food lovers, the porterhouse and tomahawk come with confident sear, rosy centers, and a whisper of smoke that lingers without weighing you down.

Helmed by a chef with NYC Michelin kitchen experience, the room feels relaxed while the cooking stays laser-focused.

• Order this: Porterhouse or tomahawk over wood fire; or opt for the Chef’s tasting before the nightly cut-off.

A magnet for wine lovers, where a finely curated natural list meets oak wood–kissed plates—herb smoke curling up as glasses clink. The pairing is the point: bright, living wines lift grilled flavors so every sip and bite feels in step.

Set within a collaboration space with Danish design house Fritz Hansen, it’s as chic to sit as it is delicious to drink.

• Order this: Let the team guide a bottle to match the grill specials; on weekends 14:00–17:00, enjoy wines by the glass.

Smoke is the quiet thread here, weaving through Korean seasonal ingredients until plates arrive fragrant but balanced—amberjack nibbling with citrus, a duck steak that rests just right, and even smoked ice cream that finishes cool and haunting. Lunch has shifted to a value-packed course, loved by locals and culinary travelers alike.

From Norse-myth wood-fire inspirations to Seoul sensibilities, the space is modern but warm—ideal for date nights or small celebrations.

• Order this: Lunch course (59,000 KRW)—amberjack, shrimp pasta, duck steak; upgrade to premium ribs (+25,000 KRW) if you’re feeling indulgent.

Plant-based and playful, this spot leans into lively vegan wines and comfort-forward dishes that satisfy without the heaviness. It’s a solid pick when your group wants a lighter night that still feels like dinner with a capital D.

Just steps from Hannam, it’s an excellent meet-in-the-middle choice for mixed diet groups and casual dates.

• Order this: Share a spread of seasonal small plates and let the team steer you to vegan-friendly bottles.

A tiny counter where the room smells of toasted chilies and warm corn, and the choreography is mesmerizing—every slice and sizzle visible, every aroma deliberate. Seats are scarce and the flavors focused, which is exactly why diners plan trips around it and opt for the tequila pairing.

With two evening seatings from Tuesday to Saturday, it’s intimate by design and all the more special for it.

• Order this: The full tasting with tequila pairing to trace agave from bright to complex.

Mediterranean brightness meets Seoul style—think saffron breezes, olive oil gloss, and playful tapas that arrive like chapters in a sunny novella. Whether it’s a date or a double-date, the room hums with the kind of warmth that makes you linger.

Come for the sensuous take on Spanish flavors; stay for the easy flow from snacks to mains to a final sweet bite.

• Order this: A spread of seasonal tapas and a rice or seafood main for the table.

The room smells like autumn in Piemonte—butter and eggy pasta under a snowfall of truffle, the knife whispering as it shaves. Order the tajarin and watch the table show, then let the wine service guide you from mineral to mellow while the aroma lingers like a favorite song.

As Korea’s only offline truffle bar, it leans into Alba-inspired design and a menu built to showcase seasonality—summer or winter truffles as the calendar turns.

• Order this: Tajarin with truffle; explore the limited Truffle di Alba × Reebokbang collaborative à la carte menu (through 9/30).

It’s the brunch you imagine when the sun hits right: crisp greens, soft yolks, hearty grains, and a table that smells like good coffee and weekend plans. Locals come for the comforting plates and stay for the easy service and casual-chic vibe.

Healthy superfoods keep things light, and the playlist matches the pace of an unhurried afternoon.

• Order this: A brunch plate plus something green; ask about seasonal drinks or promos.

From daytime grazing to date-night pours, this “world within Hannam” balances flavorful plates with a room that stays comfortable—ventilation keeps aromas in the kitchen, not your clothes. It’s a versatile choice when you want a place that grows with your evening.

A few times the upstairs can be lively with noise; ask the team for a calmer corner if you’re in a hushed-conversation mood.

• Order this: Share a few signatures, then move into a bottle—the menu is built to mix and match.