Busan Food Guide 2026: 7 Must-Eat Local Restaurants
Embark on a delicious adventure through Busan! We've rounded up 7 incredible, must-try restaurants, from fresh seafood to hearty stews, for your ultimate 2026 food tour.
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Embark on a delicious adventure through Busan! We've rounded up 7 incredible, must-try restaurants, from fresh seafood to hearty stews, for your ultimate 2026 food tour.
Words/Photos by Jin Saengsu
Hey there, fellow foodies! It's Jin Saengsu!
I recently embarked on an epic culinary adventure to Busan, and let me tell you, it was a feast for the senses!
Busan truly has an endless array of delicious dishes, making it a delightful challenge to pick where to eat each time I visit.
Today, I'm thrilled to spill the beans on my top Busan restaurant recommendations – places I've personally tried and absolutely adored!
These are the absolute must-visit spots, so get ready to take notes – you won't want to miss these!
✔️ Gijang Haenyeo Village: Fresh Seafood Galore
A Busan food tour wouldn't be complete without a stop at Gijang Haenyeo Village. It's a truly essential experience!
Imagine enjoying a spread of incredibly fresh seafood right by the ocean, paired with a refreshing glass of soju. It's the perfect way to let go of everyday stress!
✔️ Clear and Refreshing Cod Soup (Daegu-tang)
After a lively night out, I headed straight to Sokssi Wonhan Daegu-tang for a much-needed hangover cure.
The broth was incredibly clear and invigorating – I couldn't help but marvel at its deliciousness. And for the perfect pairing, don't forget their moist and fluffy `al-mari` (egg rolls) – it's a match made in heaven!👍🏻
✔️ Ijaemo Pizza: A Sausage and Cheese Extravaganza
Ijaemo Pizza has become so popular that now, when I think of Busan, pizza often comes to mind first!
I ordered the half-sausage, half-cheese pizza, and the cheese was incredibly stretchy, while the dough was wonderfully chewy – truly amazing!
The sausage was even baked right into the crust, which was a delightful surprise.
It immediately became clear why everyone raves about this place and lines up for it.
Read more about Ijaemo Pizza takeout review near Sajik Baseball Stadium
✔️ A Hearty Bowl of Dwaeji Gukbap (Pork Soup)
And of course, you absolutely cannot visit Busan without trying its most iconic dish‼️
I made sure to stop by Suyeon Choegeo Dwaeji Gukbap Haeundae Branch. The broth was incredibly rich, and it was packed with generous amounts of tender pork. I truly understood why this Busan restaurant is so famous!
✔️ Sajik Baseball Stadium's Dak Jiri (Clear Chicken Stew)
If you're looking for a unique local specialty, you absolutely must try the Dak Jiri (clear chicken stew) at Seungri-ui Tongdak, located near Sajik Baseball Stadium.
It's a clear and deeply flavorful chicken hotpot that's incredibly light and savory – perfect to enjoy with a glass of soju!
✔️ Haemok and Moon Toast for Delightful Snacks
To complete your culinary journey, indulge in Haemok's visually stunning eel rice bowl (Jang-eo Deopbap) and the irresistibly sweet and savory Songjeong Moon Toast – it's truly addictive and makes for a perfect snack!
I highly recommend this ultimate Busan food tour; you absolutely can't go wrong with these choices!
This trip was truly blissful, with three satisfying meals a day. I left feeling utterly content!
If you're planning your Busan itinerary, be sure to keep my delicious Busan restaurant recommendations in mind. You're guaranteed a wonderfully fulfilling and memorable trip!🤍
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📍 Gijang Haenyeo Village
182-1 Yeonhwa1-gil, Gijang-eup, Gijang-gun, Busan, South Korea
📍 Ijaemo Pizza Jeonpo Branch
1st Floor, 207 Jeonpo-daero, Busanjin-gu, Busan, South Korea
📍 Sokssi Wonhan Daegu-tang Mipo Main Branch
1st Floor, 28 Dalmaji-gil62beon-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan, South Korea
📍 Suyeon Choegeo Dwaeji Gukbap Haeundae Branch
39 Gunam-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan, South Korea
📍 Seungri-ui Tongdak
1st Floor, Haiyan Building, 88 Asiade-daero171beon-gil, Dongnae-gu, Busan, South Korea
Ijaemo Pizza recommends the half sausage and half cheese menu. Its characteristics include stretchy cheese, chewy dough, and whole sausages embedded in the crust.
At Sokssiwonhan Daegutang, we recommend pairing the clear and refreshing Pollack Roe Soup with "Almari," a moist rolled omelet. This combination is introduced as a perfect match.
Dakjiri at Seungri-ui Tongdak is a clear and rich hot pot-like dish made with chicken. Its broth is very light and savory, making it a great accompaniment for soju.
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