Seoul

From soaring skyscraper retreats to storied garden sanctuaries, Inspectors' Key hotels in Seoul blend the best of old and new in the South Korean capital.

The 10th-anniversary edition features 233 restaurants across Seoul and Busan, including 10 newly awarded Stars within a total of 46 MICHELIN-Starred establishments.

These are the best restaurants in Seoul and Busan, according to our Inspectors for the big 10th-anniversary edition of The MICHELIN Guide in South Korea.

This year’s Bib Gourmand selection welcomes eight new additions, bringing the total to 71 restaurants that strike a balance between quality and price across South Korea.

Where to eat, stay and shop across Seoul’s commercial and cultural core in northern Seoul — from Dongdaemun’s fashion engine and the world's largest Louis Vuitton Store to the eclectic streets of Hannam and Itaewon.

Where to eat, stay, and shop in southern and eastern Seoul, from Cheongdam’s luxury retail to Seongsu’s industrial-chic design hubs.

Ready to experience Seoul beyond the screen? Immerse yourself in Seoul's vibrant culture with this carefully curated two-day adventure by the MICHELIN Guide.

Experience the Magic of Fall at MICHELIN-Selected Hotels Offering Unforgettable Views and Tranquility

Affordable Experiences in Seoul’s Trendiest District

The top hotels in Seoul are equal parts creative and comfortable, incorporating the arts as much as the sights that make one of the most bustling cities in Asia such a compelling destination.

The latest 2023 Seoul edition features a total of 176 restaurants selection including 35 Star restaurants

The selection features 169 restaurants, including 24 one-Star, 7 two-Star and 2 three-Star restaurants, plus two new special MICHELIN awards.

The 2021 selection showcases 2 three Star, 7 two Star, 23 one Star, 60 Bib Gourmand and 86 MICHELIN Plate establishments.

This year’s guide welcomes two new two-starred and five new one-starred restaurants to the capital of South Korea.

Chefs Lee Jun, Ryu Tae-hwan and Yim Jung-sik talk about the modernisation of Korean cuisine.

Though an accomplished restaurateur with a slew of eponymous restaurants around the world, one of Akira Back's greatest challenges was going back to his Korean roots with MICHELIN-starred Dosa in Seoul.

These creative establishments are flying the flag for modern Korean gastronomy.

A guide to dining in the heart of Seoul's culture centre.