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Boreumsae
Korean beef restaurant

Boreumsae

Gangnam District, South Korea

Nestled in Gangnam's dynamic Teheran-ro, Boreumsae captivates with its rare heukwoo-native Jeju black cattle raised on the restaurant's own island farm and flown fresh daily for unparalleled tenderness and depth of flavor. Savor an exquisite array of cuts like dry-aged sirloin, tenderloin, and innovative raw beef tartare or sashimi, all masterfully grilled over charcoal in an inviting space adorned with private rooms ideal for intimate gatherings or celebratory feasts. This trailblazing spot, the world's first Michelin-starred Korean barbecue and a fixture in the guide for eight consecutive years, embodies Seoul's culinary pinnacle, where every bite reveals the island's pure essence in a symphony of juicy richness and refined elegance.

Photo: Boreumsae
Photo: Boreumsae
Photo: Boreumsae
Photo: Boreumsae
Photo: Boreumsae
Photo: 보름쇠/Boreumsae
Photo: 보름쇠/Boreumsae

The details

Category
Korean beef restaurant
Address
36 Teheran-ro 81-gil, Gangnam District, Seoul, South Korea
Phone
+82 2-569-9967
Website
guide.michelin.com

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