Introduction
   Since Seoul is the biggest city in Korea, it is easy to find foreigners everywhere around Seoul. However, among lots of places, Itaewon is well-known for a place full of exotic atmosphere. Walk along the World Food Culture Street, and you will find many restaurants representing various countries’ dishes. Keep following the path and go up to Haebangchon to enjoy the nicest city view in Seoul. This K-feature presents great restaurants in Itaewon where people can experience unique foods and cultures from other countries.

Buddaha’s Belly (48 Noksapyeong-daero 40-gil, Yonsan-gu, Seoul)

Operating hours
Everyday, 11:30 – 22:00
(Break time: 15:30 – 16:30)
Recommended menu
Pad Thai, fried rice noodle with Pad Thai Sauce
Khao Pad Sapparod, Thai fried rice with pineapple

   Buddaha’s Belly is a Thai cuisine that has traditional Thai dishes cooked by local chefs. From the interior of the restaurant, you can feel exotic. Since all the people working here are local people, people can feel like they are in Thailand. There are some seats placed on the terrace so that visitors are able to enjoy both food and the views. The foods have a lot of spices, and subjectively, the seasoning is a little strong. However, the menu is much more diverse than other Thai restaurants, so the reporter recommends trying foods that you have not usually tried.

MoroCoco Café (34 Sinheung-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul)

Operating hours
Everyday 12:00 – 22:00
except on Mondays
Recommended menu
Tagíne, slow-cooked savory stew made with meat and vegetables
Morocco over rice, a menu with chicken on top of rice

   Walk through the World Food Culture Street, and you can see the Moroccan restaurant at the entrance of Haebangchon. It is okay if you have never been to Morocco or eaten Moroccan food. Because there are not many menus, people can feel the atmosphere of Morocco no matter what food they eat. There is a traditional Moroccan food called tagíne on the menu, and it is delicious with bread. Actually, the original name of the bowl is Tajin. Order a menu called Morocco over rice with tagine, and you can have a satisfying meal in Haebangchon.

   People can see the beautiful scenery of Seoul between the alleys on the way up to Haebangchon. How about taking a break in an attractive place where you can see the whole Seoul at a glance? Looking at the open view in a busy life will make your eyes and mind happy.

   Not only the scenery that can be seen high, but the alleys have a mood. It is also interesting to stroll all over Haebangchon, expecting what buildings are going to come around the corner. Haebangchon is also close to Namsan Tower, so going there after eating can be one of the ways to have a fun day.

The 100 Factory (45-1, Sinheung-ro 20-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul)

Operating hours
Everyday 11:30 - 22:00
Recommended menu
American cheese burger
French fries

   Go up to the top of Haebangchon, and you will find a handmade burger restaurant famous for its great taste. Hamburgers are now a favorite food for many people all over the world, but The100factory’s hamburgers are not commonly eaten ones. Foods made from traditional American hamburger recipes go well with the restaurant’s incredible view. This place is popular because it is located high, so people can enjoy fascinating scenery and eat delicious hamburgers. You can face the end of a leisurely day in Itaewon.