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Outdoor Eats to Beat the Heat
- Anyang’s signature spot by Anyang Art Park: Eunhaengnamu Restaurant
- Old Grandma Snack Bar in Jungnang-gu, Seoul — a 50-year tradition
- Olle-yo Raw Fish in Sadang — a full-on Jeju vibe
- Incheon’s atmospheric al fresco hang: Makgeolli Jip Gaekone
- Ttukbang Super in Goyang, Gyeonggi — an unbelievable rice-field view
The temps are climbing and the air is already sticky — summer is officially here. If sleepless, sultry nights have you tossing and turning, these outdoor spots are your passport to breezy evenings and good vibes. From chilled seafood perfect for warm nights to nostalgic late-night snack joints and buzzy, energetic patios, these five restaurants will help you squeeze every last drop of summer before it slips away.
Anyang Art Park’s go-to spot: Anyang’s Eunhaengnamu Restaurant
Eunhaengnamu Restaurant keeps it proudly local, sourcing only the freshest ingredients from across Korea. The instant authentic-eatery energy hits you the second you step inside, but the real magic is sitting outdoors — it turns a simple dinner into a mini summer ritual. Think cold dongdongju with crispy pajeon, kimchi jeon, tofu with kimchi, and acorn jelly for sharing, or heartier plates like whole chicken soup, braised chicken, and gochujang bulgogi if you’re dining for a meal. Open late, it’s an ideal stop after exploring Anyang Art Park when the night air finally cools down.
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Location
162-1 Yesulgongwon-ro, Manan-gu, Anyang-si, Gyeonggi-do
Hours
Daily 11:00 AM–12:00 AM (Last order 11:00 PM)
Prices
Seafood pajeon 15,000 KRW (≈ $11.25) Whole chicken herbal soup 55,000 KRW (≈ $41.25) Braised chicken 55,000 KRW (≈ $41.25)
Old Grandma Snack Bar in Jungnang-gu, Seoul — 50 years strong
Old Grandma Snack Bar delivers Shindang-dong–style tteokbokki that hits all the nostalgic notes without draining your wallet. This beloved neighborhood fixture has been around for over 50 years, run by a grandmother in her 80s who keeps the alleyway food culture alive. Their tteokbokki is loaded — wheat rice cakes, cabbage, scallions, fish cakes, ramen, chewy noodles, and fried dumplings — and even the smallest portion easily feeds two. The sauce walks the perfect line between mild heat and gentle sweetness, making every bite comfortingly memorable.
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Location
73-3 Junghwa-dong, Jungnang-gu, Seoul
Hours
Tue–Sun 9:00 AM–9:00 PM (Takeout only after 8:00 PM) / Closed every Monday
Prices
Tteokbokki (small) 5,000 KRW (≈ $3.75) Jjamppong 5,000 KRW (≈ $3.75) Udon 5,000 KRW (≈ $3.75)
Olle-yo Raw Fish in Sadang — feel like you’re in Jeju
Step past towering palm-like trees and a stone harubang, and you’ll swear you’ve been whisked away to Jeju. Olle-yo Raw Fish in Sadang nails the island mood with roomy indoor seating and a relaxed outdoor area that’s perfect for summer nights. Their stars are flatfish and salmon — silky salmon paired with firm, meaty flatfish served in generous portions. The complimentary seaweed soup and shrimp tempura (served per guest) are delightful extras. Try the mulhoe (cold raw fish soup) if you want something different: this version has just a hint of broth, so it’s like a juicy, dressed sashimi bowl — unexpectedly refreshing.
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Location
150 Sadang-ro 30-gil, Dongjak-gu, Seoul
Hours
Daily 11:00 AM–12:00 AM
Prices
Flatfish + salmon 43,000 KRW (≈ $32.25) Flatfish 35,000 KRW (≈ $26.25) Croaker — price varies
Incheon’s atmospheric al fresco hang: Makgeolli Jip Gaekone
Climb up past the parking lot and you’ll discover Makgeolli Jip Gaekone — a moody, laid-back outdoor spot in Incheon that’s all about communal grilling and good company. The signature is frozen pork belly you cook at your table: it arrives a la carte (not by person), thick-cut and paired with sides like potatoes, tofu, garlic, onions, and kimchi. They don’t usually offer lettuce wraps, but ask for pepper — a dash over the meat before grilling is a game-changer. To round out the experience, you can order pojangmacha-style staples like kimchi stew with fresh meat, chicken feet, whelks, jeon, and rolled omelets.
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Location
7 Bupyeongmunhwa-ro 53beon-gil, Bupyeong-gu, Incheon
Hours
Contact for hours
Prices
Kimchi stew with fresh meat 15,000 KRW (≈ $11.25) Old-style gochujang stew 15,000 KRW (≈ $11.25) Pollock stew 15,000 KRW (≈ $11.25)
Unbelievable rice-field view at Goyang’s Ttukbang Super
Just a short hop from Seoul, Ttukbang Super serves retro charm and wide-open rice-field views that feel straight out of a postcard. This old-school corner shop doubles as a cozy beer-and-snack spot where affordable comfort food meets genuine nostalgia. The scenery calms you, the decor warms you, and the drinks? They disappear fast. Highlights include a ridiculously good kimchi pancake for just 5,000 KRW and piping-hot celebratory noodles — all part of the spot’s uniquely homey vibe, great taste, and unbeatable value.
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Location
110-37 Gangmae-ro, Deogyang-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do
Hours
Daily 11:00 AM–8:00 PM / Closed in heavy rain
Prices
Cold soybean noodle soup 8,000 KRW (≈ $6.00) Celebration noodles 6,000 KRW (≈ $4.50) Spicy mixed noodles 6,000 KRW (≈ $4.50)
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