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Korea House

Restaurant Tourist attraction Korean restaurant Cultural center Korean traditional full course meal restaurant

One of the Top rated Cultural centers in Seoul


Address

10 Toegye-ro 36-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea

Website

www.chf.or.kr

Contact

+82 2-2266-9101

Price rating

$$$ $

Rating on Google Maps

4.30 (1.8K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Tuesday: 12 to 9:30 PM
  • Wednesday: 12 to 9:30 PM
  • Thursday: 12 to 9:30 PM
  • Friday: (Singmogil), 12 to 9:30 PM, Hours might differ
  • Saturday: 12 to 9:30 PM
  • Sunday: 12 to 9:30 PM
  • Monday: Closed

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  • 5/5 Alan C. 1 year ago on Google • 92 reviews
    Enjoyed an immersive traditional lunch experience set within Korea House. Traveller's Tips: 1. Korea House is located up a slight ramp that's next to an art centre and shop. Easy to miss if you're a tourist. 2. The food is Korean traditional style and has the more subtle Seoul tastes than other places like Jeonju or streetfood style. 3. Be mindful and respectful - It's a more quiet setting and you will need to take off your shoes to enter the restaurant. We ordered one of the set lunch menus which had 8 courses (see photos). Thoroughly enjoyed the dishes, especially the spicy flat fish, abalone and grilled beef. The bibimbap was also flavourful and with very fresh ingredients. The menu reminds me of Cantonese cuisine that relies on the natural flavours but with a Korean touch. Don't expect each course to be large (and there are plentiful side dishes "banchan" to go with) but we were well satisfied after the entire meal. We also wanted to call out that the service was great - efficient and respectful at all times. Outside, Korea House is a Instagrammer's paradise with the traditional hanok setting, garden, fish pond and Namsan backdrop. Remember to take a short walk around the grounds before or after your meal. Definitely recommended experience!
    10 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 beergal h. 10 months ago on Google • 1205 reviews
    BTS shooting location: 綠吟亭 for Billboard. go up and look for the pavilion. keep quiet if there are already some customers dining inside.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 TH W. 6 years ago on Google
    Amazing traditional korean food. Great place as the building itself is very traditional. Heard that they have some performance but I didn't watch. A bit on the pricey side though.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sofia S. 8 months ago on Google • 123 reviews
    If you want to have a authentic korean confectionery experience, then I will suggest you to try it in korea house. Even the koreans book their lunch or brunch in here to have traditional korean confectionery experience. The snack facilitators were all dressed up in traditional korean hanbok attire. The background music is traditional korean instrumental music and the place is a hanok house itself. All in one it’s full of fancy if you really like korea. The confectionery were really good and unique taste. The facilitator were explaining everything about the confectionery in korean. Then they will ask you to enjoy the meal. You can spend as much time as you want. But i left after 1 hour!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Isabel R. 1 year ago on Google • 301 reviews
    Außergewöhnlich beschreibt es wohl am besten. Hochwertige Einrichtung, exklusiver Service und ausgezeichnetes Essen. Außerdem gibt es im Vorhof Darbietungen anzusehen. Wir hatten einen wunderschönen Abend in einem nicht alltäglichen Restaurant. Vielen Dank dafür.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Samuel S. 5 years ago on Google
    Made a reservation at Korea House after reading reviews about it. You can enjoy traditional Korean cuisine here. However, the price point is significantly higher. I had a meal for 47000 won. There was seafood, including crab stew. Even though the portions of the food was small, by the time I was done with the courses, I was full. I would say that the food isn't super amazing as you would get at the food carts. But it has a more elegant taste, that makes it taste good.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Jasper L. 11 months ago on Google • 230 reviews
    I like Gujeolpan(Platter of 9 Delicacies) and Bibimbap the most. Staff and Services are nice, but when they keep talking Korean I just don’t understand. The environment and atmosphere are great, I’m really enjoying it.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Eunsan H. 1 year ago on Google • 57 reviews
    We had a traditional Korean wedding ceremony at Korea House and it was a dream come true. Very impressed with the quality of food we had at the dinner reception. Quality gift shop.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 가즈아 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) We put an end to the Cultural Heritage Administration's stamp tour. This year, I had a lot of accidents. It's been quite a while since the stamp tour ended, but I came to meet my birthday. After eating Gaon set meal, I looked at Namsan Mountain...the crescent moon is floating...I remember Hwang Jin-hee's cigar half moon. (Original) 문화재청의 스탬프 투어에 마지막 종지부를 찍었습니다. 올해는 정말 사건 사고가 많은 날을 보냈네여 ㅠㅠ..스탬프 투어 종료한지 꽤 되었는데..생일에 맞춰 오게 되었습니다.. 코로나로 ㅠㅠ 한국의 집은 워낙 유명하고 운치가 있는 곳이나 누구나 와도 만족할 겁니다. 가온정식 먹고 남산 한번 보니...초승달이 떠있네여...황진희의 시가 반달이 생각나네여
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Nathaniel K. 6 months ago on Google • 64 reviews
    They finished remodeling the place (고호재) where they hold the afternoon tea. We love the vibe and enjoy quality, traditional Korean snacks.

  • 5/5 Zakin R. 4 years ago on Google • 55 reviews
    One of our best experience in Korea! The set meal was lovely, I like how you can taste the true flavor of each ingredient. But if you’re used to heavier taste of food, you might find the it a bit flat. And the show was excellent! The story makes me understand the traditional culture more. The story, the drum, the dance, the funny little plays... you get so much in an one hour show.

  • 5/5 Joy N. 1 year ago on Google • 26 reviews
    It's a beautiful, tranquil place. I love the soft korean string instrumental music. The food was exquisitely prepared. Dainty to the heart!

  • 5/5 Teresa W. 6 months ago on Google • 20 reviews
    Newly renovated old house. It’s got a restaurant for dining and a traditional lunch set for 2 hour seating and a small dance performance. Would be so nice in summer and with autumn leaves 🍁

  • 4/5 Aaron T. 2 years ago on Google
    A very nice place to see and enjoy korean culture

  • 4/5 myeong seob k. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Not delicious, but very good for taking foreigners (Original) 맛있진 않지만 외국인 데려가기에 참 좋음

  • 5/5 양세은 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Reservation required. Delicious. (Original) 예약 필요. 맛있음.

  • 5/5 바람구두 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Cicero (Original) 좋앙노

  • 3/5 양원철 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The ceremony is a new traditional wedding ceremony. Buffet is just then (Original) 예식은 전통혼례 새롭다. 뷔페는 그냥 그럼

  • 5/5 김준한 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) So good ^^ (Original) 너무 좋습니다 ^^

  • 4/5 정연도 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Good place for traditional wedding (Original) 전통혼례하는 좋은곳

  • 4/5 이영애 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Korean traditional houses and gardens in the middle of downtown Seoul (Original) 서울 시내 한 가운데 조선의 한옥과 정원

  • 5/5 김대인 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Neat and tidy (Original) 정갈하고 깔끔

  • 5/5 콕콕티비&파쿠르 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It is easy to take pictures and the food is delicious. Good accessibility (Original) 사진 찍기 좋고 음식도 맛있어요. 접근성 좋습니다

  • 5/5 이종진 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It is a great place for a meeting. Food comes out to be adequately full. Hyojonggeng was delicious. (Original) 상견례 자리로 안성맞춤이다. 음식은 적당히 배부르도록 나온다. 효종갱이 맛있었다.

  • 5/5 김양수 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Place for meeting with in-law adults to prepare for their son's wedding.. A small garden and grove in the middle of downtown Seoul is a really nice place. Just one thing... Food is quite expensive.. (Original) 아들 결혼식 준비차 사돈어른들과 상견례 장소.. 서울 도심 한복판에 아담한 정원과 작은숲이 정말 좋은곳 입니다. 다만 한가지... 음식값은 꽤나 비쌉니다..

  • 5/5 Loralei S. 2 years ago on Google
    If you want to experience the traditional Korean tea time, this is a perfect place!!❤❤❤

  • 5/5 Junie S. 5 years ago on Google
    Great experience! I booked my experience through klook. I chose a royal feast & performance. I suggest at least 1.5hours for the dinner + 1 hour performance. Even though I booked 7pm, I wisely arrive earlier at 6.15pm & was promptly showed to my table. The show started at 8pm. The amount of time is just right. The meal was better than expected & more luxurious than stated in klook. There was prawns, scallop, abalone, fish, beef for the basic set even though the menu stated in klook looked very simple. Attached photo is the actual menu for basic set. The performance was good.

  • 4/5 Sean L. 3 years ago on Google
    you can feel the state of peace in the preserved Korean traditional house site.

  • 4/5 Anchisa P. 5 years ago on Google
    Traditional Korean restaurant serving set course Korean. The food here is alright taste-wise but the highlight is the variety of traditional Korean dishes you don’t find elsewhere. The signature of the place, however, is the traditional feel. The restaurant is set on an old compound with several traditional Korean houses. The ambiance inside is elegant/traditional. Seems to be popular with local families and business meetings. Service is very courteous.

  • 3/5 Charleston C. 1 year ago on Google
    Went there on a weekday during my vacation. Scenery was great. Many photo opportunities if you need them. Very authentic interior with music for dinning. Food was very average. I could've gotten better tasting equivalent food at the nearby eateries and for a more affordable price. Portions were also extremely little. But the staff did explain the purpose of the food served to us. Just pay for the place, environment, education and photo opportunities. Food wise, you can find better in nearby eateries.

  • 2/5 Johanna F. 1 year ago on Google
    Price quality relationship was not great. All of us left the chicken soup on the plate, as totally tasteless. Bulgogi was better, but not tender. No performances, rushed service at 7 pm. The best experience of the evening was the plum wine!

  • 3/5 Adelina N. 1 year ago on Google
    Being renovated when we visited and only a small part of the restaurant is open. Very pricey but food is very bland and unimpressive. Ambiance is nice though and service is good as well

  • 4/5 Adam Phoenix P. 1 year ago on Google
    Everything was good however the way one of the clerks recommended course was too simple. you'd better try out 70 bucks course instead of 50 bucks. It would be better choice for you.

  • 4/5 Ben T. 1 year ago on Google
    Great, free music and dance performance. Announcements in Korean only, but full understanding was hardly needed for full enjoyment.

  • 5/5 Sara l. 1 year ago on Google
    Great experience, the foods was so good, friendly service and we even had the occasion to assit to a traditional concert 🎶

  • 5/5 Kast K. 1 year ago on Google
    Just went there for sightseeing and yes uts really a nice place

  • 5/5 Finn L. 1 year ago on Google
    It’s incredible experience. My friend had Korean traditional wedding in here. It was amazing and touching.

  • 4/5 Olive T. 1 year ago on Google
    They have restaurant and wedding venue!

  • 3/5 기지Giji 5 months ago on Google • 10 reviews
    We ordered the 신선로 정식 B Rotal Hot Pot Jeongsik B Price wise is fine since we are from Los Angeles where everything is 20% service charge + fees. I came here before their big remodeling. Food was great with traditional touch. This time food was outrageously disgusting. First appetizer the chips drenched in used oil with strong cow grease. A dried shrimp that was hard to chew off paired with stale pastry. That had set the tone. Although plate settings, backdrop ambience and staffs were spectacular. The abalone was greasy ( speaking from someone that loves fried food); I almost gagged on the burger patty which had an unpleasant taste of the chips I had earlier in the appetizer. The tiny hotpot was soggy. Then came later the dessert set which was great. The only good thing of the meal. When I digging into it, the server added an item onto the set. (I didn't know why this item came in later....when another person already had it) Overall, I really miss the menus before the great remodel or pre lock down. I did see a very respectable actress that day and a few tables of Japanese ladies went there having lunch. I probably come back just for their dessert set. To make reservations, I had had about 20+ email back and forth due to seasonal menu changes. I was looking at Naver reservation menu while they updated the English new menu only weeks before I flying out on their website.

  • 5/5 박정환 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Taking Korean desserts to the limit (Original) 한국식 디저트를 극한으로 끌어올림

  • 5/5 뽀이스 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I went on a survey for data research, but I first knew if there were such cultural properties in the city center. Most of them go to Namsan Hanok Village, which is nearby, but it is a place that feels newer when you know how Korean houses were used in the past. (Original) 자료조사차 답사를 간건데 도심지안에 이런 문화재가 있는지 처음 알았다 대부분 근처에있는 남산한옥마을을 많이 가는데 한국의 집이 과거 어떻게 쓰였는지를 알고 가면 더 새로운 느낌이 드는곳이다

  • 5/5 Kevin K. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I came out with good service and feeling like a king in a nice atmosphere. (Original) 분위기 좋은 곳에서 좋은 서비스 받고 왕이 된 기분으로 나왔네요.

  • 5/5 Lim C. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A must-go place. (Original) 꼭 가볼만한 곳.

  • 5/5 LEE D. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The food was clean and quiet, and the photos were good. (Original) 음식이 정갈하고 조용하며 사진찍기도좋았어요

  • 5/5 다정한별 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Go Ho-jae is definitely worth every season :3 (Original) 고호재는 시즌마다 꼭 갈만합니다 :3

  • 5/5 p C. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Korean and beautiful place worth visiting at least once (Original) 한번쯤 들러볼만한 한국적이고 아름다운곳

  • 5/5 cw j. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A quiet hanok space in the middle of Seoul (Original) 서울 가운데 고즈넉한 한옥 공간

  • 5/5 조현진 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I had a good experience in a good space. It was a precious time to experience while listening to refreshing refreshments and explanations. (Original) 좋은 공간에서 좋은경험 했습니다. 정갈한 다과와 설명을 들으며 경험해서 소중한 시간이었습니다.

  • 4/5 Jyoung K. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Honestly, it doesn't taste great. However, the satisfaction of the atmosphere and the place is enormous. The staff dressed in traditional hanbok helped me attentively, so I felt good to be treated. (Original) 솔직히 맛이 엄청나게 뛰어나진 않습니다. 그러나 분위기와 장소가 주는 만족감이 엄청납니다. 전통한복을 차려입은 직원분들께서 세심히 도움을 주셔서 대접받는 느낌이 좋았습니다.

  • 4/5 L3 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) There is a place like this in the middle of Seoul hahaha The refreshment itself is not very tasty or not, but it’s a very strange experience. (Original) 서울 한복판에 이런곳이있다니 ㅋㅋㅋ 다과 자체가 엄청 맛있거나 하지는 않았지만 너무 신기한 경험하고 갑니다

  • 5/5 The Mean B. 3 years ago on Google
    Great service beautiful scenery and amazing flavours

  • 5/5 Hippie-Korea F. 5 years ago on Google
    Excellent Korean Culture Performances, Meals, Traditional Weddings and Shaman Rituals ~extra ordinaire!

  • 5/5 Duncan F. 5 years ago on Google
    This is a very unique place to host a Korean wedding. Beautiful architectures and food presentation! A place to create a unforgettable memories forever!

  • 5/5 Maya S. 4 years ago on Google
    Amazing experience with Korean Dining Food and traditional performance.

  • 5/5 J R L. 3 years ago on Google
    If you're looking for dinner and a show in Seoul, then this is the place to go. My family and I had a great meal in the traditional Korean setting while observing a dancing performance. The environment of the restaurant itself seems to transport you back to the time when dynasties ruled the peninsula.

  • 5/5 Jaco van D. 4 years ago on Google
    Beautiful place. Was there for a traditional Korean wedding. Staff was friendly and the food was good. It was a pretty standard buffet lunch/dinner but it was good. Very clean place.

  • 5/5 Ammar A. 3 years ago on Google
    The setting is somewhat formal and having a traditional Korean meal is a fantastic experience. Staff speak English fluently and give a rundown on each dish as they serve. The experience was very enjoyable and educational, not mention well presented yummy food.

  • 5/5 남희륜 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Little Korea in Korea (Original) 한국속의 작은한국

  • 4/5 윤정일 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A place that is cheaper than you think and kills the atmosphere! (Original) 생각보다 저렴하고 분위기 죽이는 곳!

  • 5/5 Joy L. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Too beautiful and neat space. It was really nice to be able to enjoy this quietness in the city center. I ate a refreshment at Gohojae and it tasted good and looked pretty. (Original) 너무 아름답고 정갈한 공간. 도심 속에 이런 고요함을 즐길 수 있어서 정말 좋았다. 고호재에서 다과상 먹었는데 맛도 좋고 보기에도 예뻤다.

  • 5/5 소식 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Go Ho-jae was a very fun time I look forward to next season too😊 Fall 2020.October Go Hojae-Goes well with chrysanthemum tea Warm clothes were good. Jujube porridge is very strong December 2020 Gohojae-Creamy and savory green bean porridge is delicious. Because it's winter, the proportion of heavy desserts has increased (Original) 고호재 매우 즐거운 시간이었습니다 다음시즌도 기대할께요😊 2020.10월 가을 고호재- 국화차와 잘 어울리는 따뜻한 차림 좋았습니다. 대추죽 아주 든든해요 2020.12월 가을 고호재-크리미한 고소한 녹두죽 맛있어요. 겨울이라 무게감있는 디저트 비중이 높아졌어요

  • 4/5 이정훈 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It is a place that shows the traditional culture of Korea. I also had lunch (abalone rib soup). It is neatly prepared. You can also drink traditional tea. There is a Korean traditional hanok village (?) next to it, so it is good to take a walk. (Original) 한국의 전통적인 문화를 보여주는 곳이지요. 점심 (전복갈비탕)도 먹었습니다. 정갈하게 차렸네요. 전통차도 마실 수 있습니다. 옆에는 한국 전통 한옥 마을(?)이 있어서 산책하기도 좋아요.

  • 5/5 Uk Y. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Located in Chungmuro. Hanjeongsik and Korean traditional wedding (Original) 충무로에 위치. 한정식과 한국전통혼례를 할 수 있는 곳

  • 5/5 Yeunho L. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The food is clean and delicious~! The service is also very good~! (Original) 음식이 정갈하고 맛있어요~! 서비스도 매우 좋습니다~!

  • 5/5 박청미 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The food is delicious and the service is good. I want to go on a meaningful day again. (Original) 음식도 맛있고, 서비스도 좋음. 의미있는 날 또 가고 싶음.

  • 5/5 심억조 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Convenient parking Very good food Good service (Original) 주차 편리 음식 매우좋음 써비스 좋음

  • 5/5 황인미 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The variety of Korean desserts is surprising and delicious, and it is a place to get drunk with the atmosphere. (Original) 한식 디저트의 다양함에 놀라고 맛도있고 분위기에 취하는곳이더라고요.

  • 5/5 김용갑 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Best hospitality (Original) 최고의대접

  • 5/5 수락폴 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) When I visited a nearby movie theater, I looked at the wall and wondered what the place was, but I got a chance to eat. I ate the abalone Sulligangjeongsik, and the taste of Korea was well felt and the feeling of healthier health was also full. The tea served as a side dish or dessert was also wonderful, and above all, the superb view of Hanok and Namsan over the sky was very beautiful. I thought it was a place I could confidently recommend if I had foreign friends, and I recommend it as a formal place suitable for important events. (Original) 근처 영화관 방문 시 담벼락을 보고 뭐하는 곳일까 궁금했는데 식사할 기회가 생겼다. 전복설리갱정식을 먹었는데 한국의 맛이 제대로 느껴지고 건강해지는 보양식의 느낌도 가득했다. 반찬이나 후식으로 나오는 차 등도 훌륭했고, 무엇보다 한옥과 하늘 너머로 보이는 남산의 절경이 너무도 아름다웠다. 외국인 친구가 있다면 자신있게 추천할 수 있는 곳이라 생각했고, 중요한 행사에도 어울리는 격식있는 장소로 추천한다.

  • 5/5 Namhun R. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Korean Restaurant (Original) 한식집

  • 5/5 조시큰 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I tried to eat Sulligang, but I ate Hyojonggang, but the Hyojonggang is really delicious. I want to eat it again. (Original) 설리갱 먹으려다가 효종갱 먹었는데 효종갱이 진짜 맛있네요 또 먹고싶습니다

  • 5/5 Ernest yolis LIFE L. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The recently released Hyojonggang menu is fine. It was a food for the sea jang during the Joseon Dynasty, and the thick soup, which was well harmonized with siraegi and ribs, warmed the inside of the cold winter, so I was very satisfied. (Original) 최근 출시된 효종갱 메뉴 괜찮습니다. 조선시대 해장을 위한 음식이었다는데, 시래기와 갈비가 잘 어우러진 진한 탕국이 추운 겨울, 속을 따뜻하게 해주어 매우 만족스러웠습니다

  • 4/5 Seong Hai L. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The cost-performance ratio is good and above all, the atmosphere is good~ (Original) 가성비도 좋고 무엇보다 분위기가 굿~

  • 5/5 테디 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Clean and tasty (Original) 깨끗하고 맛남


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