What are the best Seoul food dishes to try?

[Ava]

Hello guys, currently I am travelling to Seoul and to be frank, I am a very foody person, I travel to eat more than to learn about the place. So, could anyone please tell me what the best Seoul food dishes I can try?

 

[Peterkavinsky]

Try Bibimbap, Korean BBQ, Tteokbokki, Kimchi Jjigae, Hotteok, and Japchae. Also, hit Gwangjang Market for authentic street food vibes!

 

[sandrardrago]

Seoul offers a rich variety of must-try dishes. Enjoy Bibimbap, a mixed rice bowl with vegetables and meat, and Kimchi, Korea’s famous fermented side dish. Bulgogi (marinated beef), Tteokbokki (spicy rice cakes), and Samgyeopsal (grilled pork belly) are popular favorites. Don’t miss Korean fried chicken and Sundubu-jjigae, a spicy soft tofu stew.

 

[Dan]

In Seoul, don’t miss trying Korean BBQ, kimchi, bibimbap, and tteokbokki. For street food, go for hotteok (sweet pancakes) and mandu (dumplings). Try samgyetang (ginseng chicken soup) in colder months. Local markets like Gwangjang offer a true taste of authentic Korean dishes loved by both locals and tourists.

 

[Hennery]

Seoul is a city of good and tasty food, therefore there are a lot of dishes, which one must definitely try. Among the favorites is Bibimbap which is a rice bowl containing vegetables and spicy gochujang sauce. Bulgogi, marinated grilled beef, and kimchi, spicy fermented cabbage are traditional staple foods. Common street and BBQ food are tteokbokki, spicy rice cakes and samgyeopsal, grilled pork belly. Without trying sundubu-jjigae, a soft tofu stew, and japchae, stir fried glass noodles, you can not leave. These dishes are the Korean cuisine culture.

 

[Shopia]

The best Seoul food dishes to try include classics like Bibimbap (mixed rice with veggies and meat), Kimchi Jjigae (spicy kimchi stew), Bulgogi (marinated grilled beef), and Tteokbokki (spicy rice cakes). Don’t miss Samgyeopsal (grilled pork belly) enjoyed with dipping sauces, and Jjajangmyeon (black bean noodles) for a comforting twist. These dishes showcase the bold, savory, and vibrant flavors that define Seoul’s dynamic food scene.