Korea's 10 Popular Brunch Restaurants in Busan

Start south on Yeongdo, where ARP turns local greens into quiet poetry. Loved by locals and travelers alike, the bracken pesto pasta lands al dente with nutty depth, while dropwort threads a clean, herbal finish; a house-brewed Cheongmyeongju rice wine (also non-alcoholic) wraps everything in a soft, tea-like aroma. Plates feel serene, plating is pure, and the room hums like a Sunday morning.

• Order this: Bracken pesto pasta or dropwort pasta; pair with Cheongmyeongju for a gentle lift.

Glide up to Gwangalli for golden-hour plates with the bridge framed like a postcard. This is where late brunch turns into early evening: truffle-laced pasta perfumes the table, tender sirloin slices clean, and yes—there’s kimchi fried rice for that cozy, Korean wink. Locals and visitors gather for the 8 PM drone show and the way the sea light resets your mood.

• Order this: Truffle pasta and tenderloin, then linger with the bridge show as your dessert.

A few blocks inland, this chef-led wine bar blurs the line between late brunch and relaxed supper. The 48-hour dried, oven-finished crispy pork belly shatters then melts, while homemade jamón tomato pasta stacks salty-sweet ribbons like a tower. Loved by locals and beachgoers alike, wines are hand-picked with plain-English notes.

• Order this: Super Crispy Pork Belly and Homemade Jamón Tomato Pasta; ask for a bright sparkling pairing.

Just off the beach, chefs reinterpret Korean flavors with European ease—think shareable plates that are clean, balanced, and photogenic under Nordic light. Both locals and travelers drop in for brunch, then drift into evening with wines from a thoughtful list; private rooms make group chats linger longer.

• Order this: A share-course for two or more, then switch to à la carte and wine as the lights turn low.

When brunch becomes a special occasion, a sea-facing counter and precise nigiri make a persuasive case. The rice breathes, the fish shines, and courses flow at a measured rhythm—equal parts ceremony and comfort. It’s a local favorite that makes travelers feel like insiders.

• Order this: Lunch omakase—clean, seasonal, and paced just right.

A few minutes from the water, Planter plates a bright, balanced brunch: velvety pumpkin soup, bouncy octopus spaghetti, and a seared steak that eats lighter than it looks. The open, easygoing room suits pet parents and small groups; dishes emphasize clean flavors and quality produce.

• Order this: Pumpkin soup to start, octopus spaghetti to share, steak to finish.

Head northeast toward Haeundae for a friendly brunch table that swings from classic plates to pizza and pasta. It’s the kind of place both locals and travelers lean on for casual, reliable comfort with neat plating and a relaxed tempo.

• Order this: A brunch plate and a handmade pizza to share; follow with coffee for an unhurried finish.

Up in Gijang’s breeze, Mandali serves the kind of brunch that makes time slow: warm focaccia from scratch, waffles that steam when torn, flowers on the table, and a window view that blooms through the seasons. Locals return for the generous portions and that quietly joyful mood.

• Order this: Freshly baked focaccia with a salad set, then waffles for the sweet note.

For a polished, hosting-ready brunch or lunch near the beach, M Table delivers steady Italian since 2015. Think course-friendly plates, smooth wine pairings, and staff who set an easy, confident tone—popular with locals and visiting friends alike.

• Order this: Let the team pair wines to your course—easy, cohesive, and crowd-pleasing.

Close with a seaside classic: morning sun and espresso over European-leaning brunch, then pizza, pasta, and risotto as the room turns dusky with old jazz. It’s a magnet for locals and travelers celebrating something—or simply savoring the view with a glass of wine.

• Order this: A pasta and risotto duo to share; add a glass of wine when the light turns gold.