Korea's chart-topping restaurants in Itaewon, Seoul (With CATCHTABLE GLOBAL Data)

Low lights, clinking stems, and plates that hum with balance—Maison394 is where both locals and travelers settle into a hush and let wine do the talking. Aromas of butter-kissed sauces and herb-laced oils curl through the room while seasonal small plates find the perfect partner in the glass.

• Order this: A flight of by-the-glass picks with the day’s seasonal plates; ask the owner for a pairing to match your mood.

If grill perfume is your love language, this jowl specialist speaks it fluently—edges glassy and crisp, centers tender with a clean, nutty sweetness. With steady bookings from locals and out-of-towners alike, the draw is its disciplined trimming that leaves you with the essence of the cut.

• Order this: Signature Hwangji-jowl, then follow with Bibim Sujebi, radish-pickle cold noodles, raw-meat kimchi stew, and fried rice.

As the sky goes rose and gold, highballs sparkle and the breeze carries charred herb notes from the kitchen—a sunset magnet loved by both Seoulites and travelers. Inside is vintage and hip; one floor up, the open-air roof turns the city lights into your dining companion.

• Order this: Golden-hour cocktails with shareable plates; choose the VIP rooftop for proposals or milestone nights.

The sizzle of young Australian and New Zealand lamb brings a sweet, clean aroma; a house spicy sauce nudges it brighter without masking the meat. Loved by locals and visiting fans alike, the room swings from lively gatherings to private family dinners with equal ease.

• Order this: Assorted lamb set, then warm noodles and soup; pair with ginseng, enoki, and eggplant sides for balance.

Wok-kissed aromatics meet velvety sauces in Chef Yu’s premium Chinese dining, rooted in a century of craft. A favorite across locals and travelers, the experience shines in its attentive pacing—elevated yet warm, ideal for anniversaries and business.

• Order this: Chef’s set with dumplings; on weekdays, guests after 13:00 or 20:00 receive dumpling service.

The crackle says it all—plump sea eel, split and grilled just so, landing at your table on a hot stone with a glossy, savory sheen. Locals and visitors praise the warmth: eel prepared in the kitchen to peak doneness, sides that actually matter, and service that guides you to a perfect bite.

• Order this: Salt-grilled eel and spicy marinated eel, plus eel sushi and fried rice to finish.

Sunlit plates that crunch and soothe in equal measure—cauliflower waffles, clear mushroom broths, and miso noodles that feel good to the last sip. It’s the kind of spot both neighbors and travelers return to when they crave a vegetable-forward reset.

• Order this: Mushroom broth, cauliflower waffle, and fried mushrooms; add a brie-and-mushroom sandwich or grilled chicken.

An intimate Italian table where sauces are polished and courses flow with intention—equally loved by locals and visitors. Starting October 13, the dinner chef’s course gets a seasonal refresh, so expect new textures and aromas while the warmth of service remains.

• Order this: Dinner chef’s course with a simple wine pairing; ask about the latest autumn updates.

A sleek basement hideaway where French touches flirt with umami-forward izakaya plates—fruit-accented starters, crisp textures, and sauces that don’t miss. Locals and visitors keep it buzzing, so the two-hour rhythm can fly by when the conversation’s good.

• Order this: Chef’s seasonal small plates with a highball or sake; if you see a grape-forward starter, grab it.

Knife-glossed, delicately aged tuna that melts on contact, then sweet shrimp and a blistered Spanish mackerel to follow—this Jeju favorite’s Seoul outpost is an omakase-style crowd-pleaser for locals and travelers. The pacing is serene, the seasoning precise, and the hospitality quietly celebratory.

• Order this: Pre-select key tuna cuts in your reservation; don’t miss the rolled omelet and seasonal dessert fruit.