Dochwi Hanok Restaurant

#seoulspots Jongno, known as the city of hanoks (traditional Korean houses) in the heart of Seoul, is home to Seochon—an area famous for its hidden gems tucked between narrow alleys. Among the many restaurants and cafés lining these streets, Dochwi Hanok stands out with its calm, traditional atmosphere. Here, you can enjoy a unique fusion Korean dining experience through a 9-course tasting menu. Recommended dish: Dochwi-style Full Moon Chef’s Tasting Menu – 65,000 KRW per person, and it’s worth every won. From appetizers to the main course and dessert, each item is made with care and creativity. Some highlights include: A surprising harmony of tofu and blue cheese Creamy abalone innards sauce Chewy beef tartare served on crispy seaweed rice paper chips Grilled short rib topped with fermented seed sauce Savory pine mushroom grilled to perfection Braised hairtail with radish, topped with fried chives Deep, rich seaweed soup that tastes like it’s been simmered for hours But the real magic happens at dessert. Many places drop the ball when it comes to dessert after an elaborate course meal—not here. They finish strong. Dessert includes: Ice cream made from red yeast rice (hongguk ssal) Dried persimmon rolls filled with cream cheese and nuts, topped with fresh strawberries It starts off refreshing and ends with a bold, nutty finish—absolutely unforgettable. If they ever sold this as a product, I’d order it immediately. The course menu changes slightly with the seasons, so even visiting once per quarter would feel fresh and new. Dochwi Hanok is the sister restaurant of Dochwi Dining, and its menu is a curated selection of highlights from the main location. Address: 1F, 118 Pilun-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea. Business hours: 12:00 PM – 11:59 PM (Break time: 3 PM – 5 PM) Menu ordered: Dochwi-style Full Moon Tasting Menu – 65,000 KRW per person