Balwoo Gongyang

Vegetarian restaurant · 가회동

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"Because it serves Korean temple food, meat and alcohol are not offered here. Instead, you’ll drink a special pine-needle tea that is naturally relaxing. I love to bring important guests to Balwoo. The servers are so soft and gentle, as if they were monks, and are great at explaining the menu in English." - Hyunhee Lee

Where to Eat and Hang Out in Seoul, According to a Local Pastry Chef - AFAR

71 Gyeonji-dong, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea Get directions

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