HELLO KOREA 2022/2023: Gudeul 구들 Omakase
[Travel in December 2022 – January 2023]
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Today marks the conclusion of my journey, a journey I eagerly anticipated since the onset of Covid, and I am thrilled to be back home at last! For my final evening, I’ve opted for something truly extraordinary – an Omakase dining experience. It’s a departure from my usual meals in Korea, adding a touch of uniqueness and excitement to this special occasion. Let’s savor this distinctive culinary adventure! Woohoo! 🙂
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For the best experience, sat right beside the chef… haha
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For dating experience, sit on your own hahaha
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My view!
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I need to buy some Korean utensils back next time!
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Rice Cake 🙂
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Cute little rice cake ball!! 🙂
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the chefs are busy
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cooking the best foods that I am waiting for!
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1st course. You can actually see that they used the mini table that koreans used in their home.
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a little luxury feel with a traditional touch
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prawns on cone?
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beef tartare
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uni on snow crab
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korean potatoes pancake
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2nd course. soondobu
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i really love it alot, there’s tofu, egg and minced meat. everything looks so delicious!
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and they told us that we have to order 1 bottle of drink for every table. picked the cheapest in the menu since i dont really drink. Surprisingly, this could be the best makgeolli I ever had, and I don’t know where to buy this particular brand!!!
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3rd course. Prawn
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Chef start to cook with new things haha
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4th course: Jjukkumi with kimchi risotto
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It’s so gooood, i really love Jjukkumi. But at this course was a little big portion already haha.
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5th course: Egg roll with squid ink sauce
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So big and thick haha!! who love EGG ROLL!!! 🙂
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6th course: Sashimi with cold noodles
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This is very special and very nice! It’s like a up level of the usual cold noodles you have in Korea!
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FIRE!
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7th course: Beef or Chicken. We actually order 1 beef 1 chicken, but I think he mistaken and give us 2 portion of beef, which was wow good! I love the medium rare temp!
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8th course: First you tried the fried rice~
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then, they pour in the soup! 🙂
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Dessert ice cream sorbet! 🙂
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Busy chef cooking and letting me film as well haha!
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I can’t decide which is my favourite, but I think this 3 is really top from it. But I have trouble choosing haha!
Direction to Gudeul 구들 Omakase
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Apujeong Rodeo Station Exit 5
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Walk straight (you will see Nike in front of you)
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Cross the zebra crossing and continue to walk straight 🙂
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Turn right at this junction
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Continue to walk straight
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Continue to walk straight
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Spot the santa (i went during winter, so during other season this might be not around)
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Yes this one!
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So you continue to walk straight after this restaurant – turn right
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You will see the door here, go in and take the lift! 🙂
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Take the lift up to Level 3!
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Entrance to your yummy food! 🙂
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Gudeul (구들)
Address: South Korea, Seoul, Gangnam-gu, Apgujeong-dong, Seolleung-ro 155-gil, 26 3층
Contact: 070-8882-8889
Nearest Subway Station: Apujeong Rodeo Station Exit 5
Operating Hours: 5:30pm – 11:00pm (Sunday Closed)
PLEASE MAKE RESERVATION 🙂
HELLOSIHUI’S THOUGHTS:
Experiencing Omakase for the first time, especially in Korea with a Korean twist, was truly remarkable. Surpassing my expectations, the quality of the meal justified its price. Sharing this experience with friends elevated the enjoyment and concluded our trip on a high note. I relished every moment and look forward to introducing different friends to the diverse menus in the future! 🙂
HELLOSIHUI’S TIPS:
Don’t forget to make a reservation since they don’t accept walk-ins. While the chef’s English may be limited, it’s not much of an issue during Omakase since there’s not a lot of conversation anyway—except maybe when choosing between beef or chicken! LOL.
Overall Rating: 8/10
From Singapore to Incheon Airport
Via Singapore Air – 90,000 Mile + S$87.70 Tax
Singapore Air flight the same period cost S$1665.30
Seoul Accommodation (Sinchon)
Peter Cat Hotel – S$623.25 / S$56.70 per night
Seoul Accommodation (Hongdae)
RYSE, Autograph Collection Seoul by Marriott – SGD 535.20 / S$267.60 per night
Busan Accommodation
Ramada Encore by Wyndham Busan Station – S$319.20 / S$159.60 per night
Transport
Airport Transfer 6002 Bus Limousine: 17,000won
Korail (KTX): S$125.50 (2 Way, Seoul – Busan, Busan – Seoul)
Private Transport: Kakao Taxi and payment via Youtrip
Within Seoul & Busan: T-Money
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