Korean BBQ, Market and Pub Experience: Immerse Yourself in Seoul's Food Culture
4.9
123 Ratings
Singongdeok-dong
Experience Seoul's food culture with a Korean BBQ, market, and pub tour. Learn about Korean BBQ etiquette, try traditional and trendy alcoholic drinks, and explore vibrant markets. Choose the 'Three Stops' option for an extra fried chicken pub experience.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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What's Included
- Snacks
- Local guide
- Unlimited drinks (please drink responsibly)
- Dinner included
- Introduction to traditional Korean alcohol with beer, makgeolli, soju, and dongdongju
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Extracurricular activities (karaoke, fried chicken pub) are optional after the main part of the tour
Additional Information
Embark on a classic Korean night-time journey, visiting the famed Korean pork BBQ joint highlighted in ‘Anthony Bourdain Parts Unknown’. Spend an engaging night with a connoisseur of Korean cuisine, acquaint yourself with Korean BBQ and drinking customs, and dive into a variety of traditional and modern alcoholic beverages in a lively bar, ebbing with Koreans from all lifestyles. Your adventure continues with a stroll through a renowned pig’s foot market, and a vibrant marketplace offering savory pancakes and a diverse range of tempura.
For an unparalleled adventure, opt for the ‘Three Stops’ choice to include a visit to a vintage fried chicken pub, complete with beer.
Bring your camera along for the ride, just be careful not to misplace it; you wouldn’t want it to end up in the fryer. This is the most immersive exploration of Korean culinary culture you can experience.
MEETING POINT
Gongdeok Station, Exit 7, at the bottom of the escalators
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum drinking age is 19 years
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Not recommended for unadventurous eaters
- Pork is the only BBQ option. The restaurant has no substitutions.
- Subway is the best way to arrive at the meeting point. Taxis tend to get stuck in traffic.
- If you’re landing after 3 p.m., you may not make it in time. Please anticipate bottlenecks and traffic. Unfortunately, this has happened a lot.
- Tour includes pork and alcohol
Location
56-75
Gongdeok Station, Gate 7, bottom of the escalator
(Don't rely on the address. We use subway exits for locations in Seoul.)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(123 Ratings)
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Sharongraylantis
Mar 20, 2024
Book it! - Joe, owner was amazing. So knowledgeable and fun. He picked the most perfect spots for us to enjoy authentic South Korean cuisine. Probably one of our most favorite food tours ever.
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Connector59765781302
Feb 26, 2024
A home run on our first night in Seoul. - The three stops in very different settings made this an interesting way to spend the evening. The food and drinks were great at each location. What really set the tour apart was our host Ron. He was a rock star. We got lost on the way to the meeting location and he patiently helped us on the way with maps and phone calls. Once we were with the group he made sure we fit in even though we were late. He also gave us interesting perspectives on the food and culture. He even checked to make sure we got back to our hotel safely. We could not have asked for a better evening on our first night in Seoul.
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Z1390tdkatiec
Feb 24, 2024
Fun foodie night out - As a solo traveler, doing BBQ in Seoul would have been tough so this tour helped me experience what I probably won't have alone. Ron was a fantastic guide and made us all feel instantly comfortable. As a solo female traveler I was a little nervous but the two couples in the group were so friendly and fun! The BBQ joint was where Anthony Bourdain had been which was really neat! I've been to kbbq but not in Korea so getting to have that authentic experience was great! And then makgeolli, fried food, and the jeon were so good too! We ended with chicken and beer and played an easy drinking game.
I really enjoyed the comradery and getting to know the other travelers. Funny enough one of the couples was staying in the same hotel as me!
If you're looking for an authentic experience going to BBQ and other restaurants, check it out! If you're a solo traveler, this was a great way to meet new people and have a shared experience!
Thank you again to Ron!
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Charlotte_s
Feb 13, 2024
Incredible time with Jeff... - Incredible time with Jeff during the bbq tour. Great food and a fun way to see authentic Seoul - we also learned so much about Korean culture!
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Kim_b
Dec 14, 2023
Beyond my expectations - This was the absolute best!! Our guide Hannah was lovely and amazing!! I could have stopped after the first place! The Korean bbq place was perfect full of local! The food was beyond amazing!!! The next stop was so fun and then it hit us that we still had one more stop!!😳 The third stop push me over the edge!!🤣 I hit a food wall and needed a nap! We went in having zero expectations and came out beyond pleased!! This tour is worth every penny!!! I highly recommend!!!!
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Eddiel463
Nov 29, 2023
A LOT OF FOOD! - Some food tours give you a few small snacks and some little sips of alcohol, not this one! Come hungry and ready to drink! Jeff stuffed us full of KBBQ, pancakes, fried chicken, beer, and more!
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Amy_a
Nov 15, 2023
Must go! - We had such a great time! We would have really missed some unique experiences if not for Joe and this tour. We ate, we drank, we sang and laughed. I’d recommend this tour to anyone.
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Jonathan
Nov 14, 2023
A must do to get an crash course on Korean culture - The tour was great fun with Jeff , providing a great insight on the Korean culture and history.
Onion on sale was a master piece.
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Hauntedsavannahp
Nov 14, 2023
Delicious - This is an immersive, small group tour. Joe was our guide and he was an excellent host. We learned to cook "sea gull meat" and it was delicious! This was so delightful that I am trying to figure out how to replicate this in my backyard. Joe gave us a wonderful background and history as we prepared our grilled pork in a traditional and unique restaurant. The food was delicious and we learned about Korean cooking and drinking rituals. When we thought we couldn't eat another bite, Joe took us to a traditional Korean pancake place. We went down a row of fresh seafood, picked out a copious amount, and then our platter was turned into delicious, traditional savory pancakes. We learned about different types of soju and Korean drinking games. Come to this tour hungry, you'll want to eat everything!
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Mondobeerpizza
Dec 8, 2023
Creepy hosts - The guy that hosted that trip was so nice but I was a solo girl and he got me really drunk and took advantage of me being alone. I really felt uncomfortable and I wouldn’t recommend people take this tour.
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