Maison De Luxe Gangnam, Premium Home Theater Suite

Bathed in warm tones and accented with contemporary artworks and refined tableware, Mingles embodies an elegant minimalism, its windows framing calm green views. Chef Mingoo Kang seamlessly weaves Korean culinary philosophy into a modern tasting format, using seasonal ingredients to build layered, nuanced flavors rather than overt showiness. Signature elements such as the long-simmered “Mingling Pot,” rich with concentrated umami from dried seafood, vegetables, and fruit, and the “Jang Trio,” a French-inspired dessert reinterpreting doenjang, ganjang, and gochujang, highlight the chef’s innova

The raised open kitchen with its sizable brigade of chefs adds a little theatre to the dining experience at Chef Park Moo-hyun’s stylish restaurant. A smart, well-versed team of servers is also on hand to guide you through the meal. The set menu challenges the taste buds by mixing up dishes whose flavor combinations are complementary with those whose make-up is more innovative and unexpected. Presentation is strong–beets with goat’s cheese and hazelnuts is as delicious as it is good-looking–and dessert is often a highlight.

At Restaurant Allen, Chef Hyun-min Suh’s sensibility shines through in contemporary dishes accented with light French touches. The elegant yet comfortable dining room, paired with carefully chosen tableware and views into the orderly kitchen, enhances the experience. The cuisine is delicately constructed around seasonal local ingredients and reinterpreted throughout the year. A sourcing map in the menu highlights the origins and seasonality of the products used. The makgeolli-yeast sourdough, with its crisp crust and balanced acidity, is a standout. Warm, polished service brings the meal to a

Set in a minimalist space where modern technique meets Korean tradition, this restaurant offers a quietly compelling dining experience. The chef draws on two decades of experience to highlight the pure, delicate flavours of seasonal Korean ingredients. The meal begins with finely crafted small bites paired with traditional Korean spirits, followed by a main course served in a refined ‘doksang’ style. A dessert trolley appears at the end, bringing the experience to an elegant close. During the day, natural light fills the serene room, making it an ideal setting for business meetings or intimate

Located in a quiet residential neighbourhood, Exquisine is Chef Kyung-won Jang’s creative space for exploring the characters and potentials of Korean ingredients. Using herbs grown in-house and fresh, regionally sourced produce, the restaurant offers reasonably priced menus—one for lunch and one for dinner—each changing frequently according to ingredient and kitchen conditions. With soft lighting and minimalist decor, the compact dining room in black and grey tones creates a warm, intimate atmosphere ideal for dates and quiet meals.

Beneath an industrial-style ceiling, a dark-toned counter wraps around the open kitchen, allowing guests to observe each dish taking shape up close. Bright, upbeat music and the team’s easygoing service create an atmosphere that feels both relaxed and refined. Drawing on experience from well-known kitchens, co-owner Chef Sung-bin Jeon presents a seasonal menu that blends Korean tradition, modern technique, and personal interpretation. Subtle, expressive flavours and a bold yet minimalist aesthetic define the course experience. A thoughtfully curated wine pairing is recommended for those seekin

Chef Joseph Lidgerwood turns foraging into an art form, handcrafting traditional meju and brewing his own sauces. For him, there is no such thing as an ordinary or overused ingredient. His signature meju doughnut, filled with cream, anchovy dalgona, and black garlic, elevates umami and fermented depth to new heights. The menu at Evett is a canvas of innovation, featuring bold reinterpretations of Korean culinary heritage, such as house-made pine needle oil and floral-infused medicinal liquor. By seamlessly blending tradition with a global vision, the chef’s creations shine even brighter when p