Busan Seomyeon Sangkeum

Baohaus offers casual Taiwanese-inspired cooking, presenting simple, approachable dishes that highlight both authenticity and the chef’s personal touch. The menu centers on comforting favorites such as steamed bao, lu rou fan (soy-braised pork belly over rice), mapo tofu, and crispy yu-xiang eggplant. Familiar yet gently exotic, the food is easy to enjoy and thoughtfully prepared. The space is small and does not take reservations, so waits can occur.

You’ll find Cor Pasta Bar on the second floor of a trendy alley in Jeonpo-dong, Busan. The restaurant greets diners with an open kitchen bustling with chefs and a counter seating just over ten guests. Cor Pasta Bar offers a variety of house-made pasta dishes. From spaghetti rich with the flavor of bisque, bottarga pasta made with Italian mullet roe, to a ragù featuring hanwoo beef, the menu stays true to classic Italian flavors. A one-drink-per-person order is required, so pair your pasta with a reasonably priced glass of wine.

If you pine for Hong Kong cuisine and want to experience a uniquely Hong Kong vibe, this diner deserves your full attention as it is inspired by cha chaan teng, or a Hong Kong-style café. The owner says he opened this joint merely out of his love for Hong Kong. It serves less-than-authentic Hong Kong dishes, slightly modified to suit the Korean palate. Still, their flavors and visuals are no less spectacular than those of the local Hong Kong cuisine. Signatures include pleasantly spicy tomato noodle soup with plenty of tomato and ham; bread generously glazed with condensed milk and syrup; swee

Tucked away in a quiet alley, this spot combines an industrial, chic interior with lively music for a relaxed, inviting atmosphere. Inspired by his passion for Mexican cuisine, the chef started this restaurant. Everything from tortillas to fillings and sauces is made in-house. Fresh tortillas are prepared every morning, with colourful variations crafted from different corn varieties. The pork taco is a must-try. Warm, attentive service completes the dining experience.

Located near Namcheon Station, this Japanese diner specialises in omakase dining prepared using an irori hearth. Seasonal fish skewers are slowly grilled in front of guests, creating appetising aromas and visual appeal. An embodiment of Chef Eu-tteum Jeong’s experience with Japanese cuisine, the menu boasts a wide range of beautifully grilled fish, along with clay pot rice and other refined dishes that showcase traditional Japanese flavours.

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