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A Pohang seafood spot known for icy mulhoe (cold raw fish soup) and just-off-the-dock sashimi; winter gwamegi is a local highlight and can be shipped nationwide.
A Pohang seafood spot centered on mulhoe (chilled raw fish soup) and abalone offerings, known for wild Dodari (flounder) preparations. Simple, seafood-first cooking that showcases east-coast flavors.
A relaxed Pohang café known for its croffle variations and a broad, dessert-friendly drink menu — a good stop for a sweet snack and coffee after strolling the coast.
A relaxed Pohang café mixing familiar coffeehouse classics with playful local touches — expect house specialties like Simhae Coffee and the Homigot Sling.
A straightforward Pohang spot known for gwamegi, served as a hearty, sharable Hansara set with the classic accompaniments locals enjoy.
A cozy Pohang seafood pub where locals gather for gwamegi and fresh Tongyeong oysters, paired with comforting odengtang and crispy pajeon.
A no-frills seafood hoetjip in Pohang where daily catches are served simply and fresh. Locals come for icy mulhoe, briny meongge, and whole grilled flounder.
A coastal Pohang eatery known for traditional whale-based dishes — from warming gukbap to communal suyuk and a robust jeongol. It’s a local specialty spot for adventurous diners interested in regional seafood traditions.
A Pohang beef-focused spot where locals come for Hanwoo galbi — both grilled cuts and comforting soups are on offer, with a few premium marinated choices for special occasions.
A humble, long-running Pohang noodle shop known for its home-style, hand-cut kalguksu — comforting bowls that locals return to for a simple, satisfying meal.
Aomi is an intimate omakase sushi counter in Pohang offering chef-led lunch and dinner tasting menus, plus takeout sushi bento and options for private bookings.
A cozy Pohang café roasting its own beans and turning out daily breads and cakes — a quiet spot locals visit for straightforward, well‑made coffee and pastries.
A straightforward Pohang seafood-and-grill spot where East Sea fish take center stage — known for charcoal-grilled galchi and hearty fish stews.
A straightforward Pohang seafood spot where the day's catch is served as icy, spicy mulhoe — a local favorite for fresh, bold coastal flavors.
A straightforward Pohang seafood spot where the focus is on icy, spicy mulhoe — especially the seasonal dodari (flounder) version that locals favor.
A straightforward Pohang seafood spot known for its mulhoe (cold raw fish soup) and mail-order gwamegi; locals come for fresh flounder mulhoe and a wide sashimi selection.
A no-frills Pohang spot known for Andong-style someori gomtang — a restorative, beef-head soup — and generous plates of suyuk meant for sharing.
A straightforward Pohang eatery known for its hearty someori gomtang (beef-head soup) and tender Hanwoo suyuk — the kind of place locals choose for comforting, protein-forward meals.
A cluster of simple stalls inside Pohang's Jukdo Market known for comforting, freshly made sujebi — the homey hand-torn dough soup locals crave. Expect a lively market vibe, shared seating, and affordable bowls that warm you from the inside out.
A straightforward Pohang eatery serving hearty, home-style chicken dishes — from spicy soups to boiled chicken platters — favored for generous portions and familiar flavors.
A straightforward Pohang seafood spot where locals come for fresh East Coast sashimi, cold mulhoe soups, and seasonal gwamegi. Good for groups who want a lively, market-style seafood meal.
A Pohang seafood spot where local specialties — from gwamegi to fresh sashimi and seasonal king crab — take center stage. Good for groups and families, with set courses and casual seaside-style dining.
A straightforward Pohang chicken joint known for its variety of flavored Korean fried chickens and convenient half-and-half combos—great for sharing with friends.
A down-to-earth Pohang spot that centers on monkfish prepared several ways — from boiled slices and soup to the signature spicy braised agwijjim. Friendly, no-frills place popular with locals looking for hearty seafood mains.
A no-frills Pohang diner known for gwamegi — the region's half-dried fish specialty. Locals come for simple, briny slices meant to share, often enjoyed with a drink.
A straightforward Pohang seafood spot where fresh flounder and cold mulhoe take center stage; locals come for shareable stews and abalone dishes.
A down-to-earth market-style butcher restaurant in Pohang where fresh cuts and simple, hearty dishes take center stage—locals come for tabletop grilling and generous portions of yukhoe.
A straightforward Pohang seafood spot focused on mulhoe — the region's chilled, spicy raw-fish soup — offered with a range of fish from flounder to abalone. Casual, local-feel dining that’s ideal for sharing and sampling Pohang’s coastal flavors.
A down-to-earth Pohang noodle stall known for mori-guksu — large, shareable bowls portioned by group size. Great when you want a simple, comforting meal to enjoy with friends or family.
A simple, no-frills Pohang eatery known for long-simmered gomtang and tender suyuk—comfort food locals come back to for a filling, restorative meal.