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Seoul: Anthony Bourdain-Inspired BBQ and Pub Experience

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Seoul: Anthony Bourdain-Inspired BBQ and Pub Experience
Seoul: Anthony Bourdain-Inspired BBQ and Pub Experience
Seoul: Anthony Bourdain-Inspired BBQ and Pub Experience
Seoul: Anthony Bourdain-Inspired BBQ and Pub Experience
Seoul: Anthony Bourdain-Inspired BBQ and Pub Experience
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Description

Dive into Seoul’s vibrant food culture with this immersive Korean BBQ and nightlife tour. Dine at the legendary pork BBQ restaurant featured on "Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown," where juicy charcoal-grilled pork and aged kimchi steal the show. Guided by a Korean food expert, you’ll learn BBQ and drinking etiquette while soaking in the lively atmosphere of this iconic spot. Explore a bustling pigs' feet market and a colorful pancake market brimming with savory treats and photo-worthy moments. End the night in a classic Korean pub, sharing drinks with locals from all walks of life. Upgrade to the “Three Stops” option for the ultimate experience, featuring a final stop at an old-school fried chicken pub with crispy chicken and cold beer. ✅ Solo traveler-friendly ✅ Female traveler-friendly ✅ LGBTQ+ traveler-friendly This unforgettable night out is your ticket to authentic Korean flavors and vibrant nightlife. All food and drink are included in the price. Book now!

Tour Options

Two Stops
  • BBQ, Market Pub: Korean BBQ and then savory pancakes and fried treats. All drinks included.
Three Stops
  • BBQ, Market Pub, Fried Chicken: Korean pork barbecue restaurant. Market with pancakes and traditional alcohol. Additional pub with fried chicken and beer.

Itinerary

60 min

Featured on "Parts Unknown with Anthony Bourdain," this is a local Korean BBQ stop that specializes in a unique specialty, Mapo-style Galmegisal. It's pork skirt steak grilled over charcoals with a moat of egg surrounding it.

60 min

We load up on savory Korean pancakes and sit down at the market pub for a crash course in Korean alcohol.

Highlights

Beer and a crash course in traditional Korean alcohol, including makgeolli, soju, and dongdongju
Various savory pancakes and Korean tempura with tteokbokki rice cakes
Local guide
Unlimited drinks (within reason)
Pork "Galmegisal," which is a delicacy, and thick-cut pork belly cooked over charcoal. Egg ring around the grill and side dishes. Neighborhood specialty.

What's included

Included
Beer and a crash course in traditional Korean alcohol, including makgeolli, soju, and dongdongju
Various savory pancakes and Korean tempura with tteokbokki rice cakes
Local guide
Unlimited drinks (within reason)
Pork "Galmegisal," which is a delicacy, and thick-cut pork belly cooked over charcoal. Egg ring around the grill and side dishes. Neighborhood specialty.
Not included
Gratuities
Extracurricular activities (karaoke, fried chicken pub) are optional after the main part of the tour

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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

Reviews(192)

4.9
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