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A casual Nampo-dong pizzeria offering Korean-style pizzas—think bulgogi and balsamic-garlic toppings—and creative crust options like sweet‑potato and king‑shrimp. Good for groups or takeaway when exploring Busan's waterfront.
A straightforward, local pork-gukbap shop near Taejongdae in Yeongdo — known for hearty bowls featuring various cuts and innards; a satisfying stop after coastal sightseeing.
A down-to-earth Korean-Chinese diner in Nampo-dong known for seafood-forward comfort dishes like samseon jjambbong and hearty fried rice.
A straightforward gopchang grill near Nampo Port in Jung-gu, Busan, serving salt- and seasoned-grilled yang-gopchang plus a hearty gopchang jeongol in shareable sizes.
A no-frills dumpling shop in Choryang by Busan Station known for quick, satisfying steamed and pan-fried dumplings with several convenient takeout options.
A straightforward Haeundae seafood spot focused on hearty cod dishes — spicy braised cod head and a comforting codfish soup. Locals drop by for filling plates after a day at the beach.
A down-to-earth Dongnae neighborhood spot best known for its Dongnae-style pajeon and hearty seafood side dishes — a good place to taste Busan's coastal flavors with friends.
A straightforward, much-loved Busan spot serving rich pork-and-rice soups and tender boiled pork; locals stop by for a filling, no-frills meal near Busan Station.
A straightforward Seomyeon spot known for Busan-style milmyeon — chilled wheat noodles served in a light broth or a spicy mixed sauce. Casual, local counter dining where combos with dumplings are a common pick.
A straightforward neighborhood spot in Choryang known for cooling, chewy milmyeon — a Busan specialty. Simple, speedy service makes it a favorite for commuters and travelers passing through Busan Station.
A down-to-earth Busan noodle shop known for cold and spicy noodle variations, especially milmyeon — a local specialty. Expect simple, satisfying bowls and a few seafood sides like seasoned skate.
A neighborhood spot in Busan known for robust, spicy braised cod head (daegu-bbol jjim) served in generous, shareable pots. Locals come for the rich, gelatinous fish collar and the fiery, savory broth.
A no-frills Haeundae spot that focuses on grilled intestines and a hearty single-serving gopchang hotpot. Good for groups who enjoy smoky, fatty barbecue paired with a communal, bubbling soup.
A Gwangalli neighborhood grill known for Eonyang-style bulgogi and a broad selection of Hanwoo cuts, served in a casual, meat-first setting. Locals come for charcoal grilling, late-night dinners, and the chance to try raw beef appetizers.
A down-to-earth Busan eatery known for hearty bowls of pork gukbap and generous platters of boiled pork. Locals come for rich, unpretentious broths and shareable suyuk in a casual neighborhood setting.
A straightforward Busan eatery serving hearty Hapcheon-style pork gukbap and generous plates of suyuk and sundae. Locals drop in for a warm, no-frills meal that’s easy to share.
A straightforward Haeundae shop focused on hearty Busan-style pork soups (dwaeji-gukbap) and sundae plates — simple, filling bowls that locals favor for any time of day.
A Haeundae seafood spot focused on pufferfish (bok), offering everything from sashimi and clear-broth or spicy soups to porridge, fried dishes and tasting omakase — a practical place to explore traditional blowfish preparations in Busan.
A casual, no-frills Busan eatery near Nampo that focuses on yang and gopchang — chewy, savory tripe and intestines cooked at high heat and enjoyed with cold drinks. Ideal for a lively evening bite after strolling Gwangbok-ro.
A straightforward Haeundae grill known for amso (mature native-cow) galbi — pick fresh or marinated short ribs and finish with a bubbling ttukbaegi doenjang and potatoes.
A coastal Gijang spot in Busan specializing in fresh and live pufferfish (bok), served several ways from raw to fried; a good place to try local puffer varieties prepared by experienced hands.
A Busan neighborhood spot focused entirely on pufferfish — from comforting bokguk to shabu‑shabu and multi-course sashimi sets; great if you want to explore different pufferfish varieties and preparations.
A humble, home-style spot near Gwangalli and Namcheon serving jaecheop — Busan's tiny freshwater clam — in soothing clear soups and simple set meals beloved by locals.
A down-to-earth Songdo spot known for charcoal-grilled offal and hearty late-night plates — locals come for gopchang, daechang and the satisfying fried-rice finish.
A course-focused restaurant on the Haeundae–Songjeong stretch of Busan offering set lunch and dinner menus; a relaxed spot for a thoughtfully paced meal near the coast.
A down-to-earth Busan jokbal spot where rich, gelatinous braised pig's trotters are shared family-style, balanced by cold naengchae and hearty stone-pot rice.
A casual, student-loved noodle shop in Busan's Geumjeong District offering generous, no-frills bowls. Choose your size — botong, gopbaegi, or wang — depending on appetite.
A no-frills Sasang spot known for chewy grilled pork skin and rich oxtail plates — the kind of place locals go to share hearty, casual barbecue. Bring a group to sample the oxtail assortment and finish with a warming bowl of doenjang ramyeon.
A Seomyeon spot that focuses on rich, communal gopchang jeongol and the local favorite nakgop jeongol — perfect for sharing with friends. Finish the meal with bokkeumbap and a sari (noodle or dough add-in) to soak up the spicy, savory broth.
A Seomyeon eatery known for a wide range of Hanwoo (Korean beef) options — from comforting soups and weekday lunch sets to grilled cuts and raw beef dishes enjoyed with friends.