Yang Good Korean BBQ Lamb Restaurant

Category: Restaurant - Halal Restaurant
Nearest Subway Station: Yeoksam Station (Line 2)
Distance from Subway Station: 289 meters (Exit 6)
District (gu): Gangnam-gu
GPS: 37.502177,127.034696 ↗
Description:
 
It is really unfortunate that there are not many choices for halal Korean food in Seoul. There is Murree Restaurant in Itaewon... and.... ? Well there are also many seafood options but I am sure we all agree that we. must. have. meat.

Fear not! You can have your sizzling, smoking grilled BBQ meat at this restaurant. They use lamb meat imported from Australia so they are Halal. Yeay! Prepare to spend a ~little~ bit extra though. But I'm sure the experience will be well worth it. Price is around 11,000 KRW - 22,000 KRW and the restaurant is open from 3 PM until late. (source 1, source 2)

 

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Cheongdamdong Fashion Street

Category: Attraction - Shopping
Nearest Subway Station: Apgujeongrodeo Station (Bundang Line)
Distance from Subway Station: 410 meters (Exit 2,3)
District (gu): Gangnam-gu
GPS: 37.52683,127.045466 ↗
Description:

Cheongdamdong Fashion Street is a very high scale shopping district. Luxury brands such as Louis Vuitton, Burberry, Gucci, Giorgio Armani and many others all have their flagship stores in this district. There is also the Galleria Department Store that is directly connected with the Apgujeongrodeo Station. This street is dubbed the luxury mecca of Seoul. And for K-Pop fans, it might interest you to know that SM Entertainment building is also on the same street, and you might stumble into your favourite artists here. (source)

 

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Haemul Sotbab Morang (해물솥밥 모랑)

Category: Restaurant - Seafood Restaurant
Nearest Subway Station:  Gangnam Station (Line 2)
Distance from Subway Station: 75 meters (Exit 5)
District (gu): Gangnam-gu
GPS: 37.494686,127.028645 ↗
Description:

Bibimbap is a really popular Korean dish. It is no wonder that there are many variations of this recipe. This restaurant, Haemul Sotbab Morang (Seafood Hot Stone Pot Rice Morang) is a chain that has seafood "sotbab" (hot pot rice) as its signature dishes. Most of their dishes are seafood or vegetarian base, with only two or three containing beef.

Their number one menu, Haemul Sotbab (seafood hot pot rice) is 8,500 KRW and comes with soup and side dishes. The restaurant has pictures and English descriptions on their menu so you can know what dishes to order. The restaurant is open from 11AM to 9PM and doesn't operate on Korean public holidays. It is located on the second floor, the same floor as Baba India. (source 1, source 2)

The restaurant is in this building, same floor as Baba India

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Everland (Bus Stop in Gangnam)

Category: Attraction - One Day Visit
Nearest Subway Station: Gangnam Station (Line 2)
Distance from Subway Station: 287 meters (Exit 10)
District (gu): Gangnam-gu
GPS: 37.501223,127.025705 ↗
Description:

There are several ways to get to Everland from Seoul. One of the easiest ways is by taking the bus numbered #5002 from a bus stop near Gangnam Station. You don't need to book or buy the ticket first before boarding the bus. Just tap your T-Money card or pay by cash to the driver. Because this is a public bus, it can get crowded though so make sure you make your way early in the morning.

The bus will stop at a terminal near Everland and from there you can take the free shuttle bus provided by Everland. Take the same bus to get back to Seoul but ask first that the bus is going to Gangnam and not Myeongji University. Journey from Gangnam to Everland is around 1 hour and the bus fare is 2,000 KRW using T-Money and 2,100 by cash. The first bus starts at 5:50 AM and last bus departs at 10:20 PM with each interval at around 11 minutes. (source)

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Walking Directions:

1. You should know that you are outside of Exit 10 when you see the sight below:

2. Walk straight until you've reached the end of the block. Then cross the zebra crossing and walk straight again:

3. Walk down another block and cross another zebra crossing. Don't worry, you are really close now!

4. Walk just a few steps more and you've arrived!

Garosu-gil (Tree-lined Street)

Category: Attraction - Shopping
Nearest Subway Station: Sinsa Station (Line 3)
Distance from Subway Station: 270 meters (Exit 8)
District (gu): Gangnam-gu
GPS: 37.518423,127.023248 ↗
Description:

"Gangnam Style" song is crazily popular now. "Gangnam" is the name of an upscale district in Seoul, full with large corporation offices and high-end shops, while "oppa" is the word used for a female to call a close older male. "Oppa Gangnam style" is basically "Hey girl, I've got the high class style" (though the music video really doesn't translate the lyrics).

Garosu-gil is one of the numerous uptrend streets in Gangnam. It is filled with boutiques by Korean designers, interior stores,book and art shops and also beautifully designed cafes. It is not as intimidating as Cheongdam-dong, another district in Gangnam with luxury boutiques abound and some even say Garosu-gil is comparable to European streets' charms. The street is lined up with ginkgo trees (hence the name) and in autumn their yellow leaves make the street really beautiful. A romantic place to be I must say :) (source 1, source 2)

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Kona Beans Cafe - Super Junior

Category: Attraction - Hallyu
Nearest Subway Station: Apgujeong Station (Line 3)
Distance from Subway Station: 721 meters (Exit 2)
District (gu): Gangnam-gu
Description:

This place may only be of interest to fans of Super Junior. It is a coffee shop managed by the mothers of three Super Junior members: Leeteuk, Sungmin and Kyuhyun. Being close to the SM Building, the sons sometimes drop by and help helm the cash register. Other members and other SM Entertainment's artists are also known to come and visit the mothers. The cafe is decorated with Super Junior decorations and always has fans of Super Junior enjoying their coffees and snacks. Come and make new friends and if you are lucky you may get a Super Junior member taking your orders ;)

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Bibigo - Gangnam

Category: Restaurant - Vegetarian Friendly Restaurant
Nearest Subway Station: Gangnam Station (Line 2)
Distance from Subway Station: 89 meters (Exit 8)
District (gu): Gangnam-gu
Description:

Bibigo restaurant serves customized bibimbap (rice with vegetable side-dishes) where diners can choose their own combination of rice type, topping and sauce. Customers can choose to not have topping for a vegetarian experience or to choose from a selection of toppings which includes tofu and shrimp. Price starts from 7,500 W. (source)

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India Gate Restaurant

Category: Restaurant - Vegetarian Friendly Restaurant
Nearest Subway Station: Gangnam Station (Line 2)
Distance from Subway Station: 74 meters (Exit 12)
District (gu): Gangnam-gu
Description:

This is an Indian restaurant located just a few steps away from Gangnam subway station. In addition to the usual Indian dishes like curries and tandooris, it even serves some Oriental dishes like Mee Goreng and Nasi Goreng. There are vegetarian and seafood options. Try to ask for customization (not to put chicken/beef in your dishes). Restaurant is open from 11.30 am to 10 pm. (source)

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Garobee Well-Being Buffet

Category: Restaurant - Vegetarian Restaurant
Nearest Subway Station: Sinnonhyeon Station (Line 9) / Gangnam Station (Line 2)
Distance from Subway Station:  247 meters (Exit 4) / 420 meters (Exit 11)
District (gu): Gangnam-gu
Description:

Garobee Well-Being Buffet is a trendy vegan buffet restaurant situated in Gangnam. Accessible from Sinnonhyeon and Gangnam station, this restaurant serves variety of food including Korean temple foods and the more modern french fries. Lunch service is from 12-2.30 pm and dinner starts from 6-9 pm. Price per person is 15,000 W with a discounted price of 12,000 W for weekday lunches. (source 1, source 2)

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Pasha Kebab

Category: Restaurant - Halal Restaurant
Nearest Subway Station:  Gangnam (Line 2)
Distance from Subway Station:  193 meters (Exit 9)
District (gu): Gangnam-gu
Description:

This halal restaurant serves Turkish food with its specialty being kebabs roasted in Turkish ovens. Lunch set for one person starts at 9,900 won. The restaurant is on the fourth floor. (source 1, source 2)

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