Recently, a group's opinion that it is necessary to consider âvegetariansâ in military diets has continued to be debated on various portals. The fact that the belief in vegetarianism, which was somewhat unfamiliar in Korea, has emerged as such a major issue is a sign that interest and influence in vegetarianism has increased.
In fact, the first thing that comes to mind when you think of a vegetarian is âveganâ means a complete vegetarian who does not eat any animal products, including milk and eggs. There are various types of vegetarianism according to each person's beliefs, from permitted vegan foods to âlacto,â which allows milk and dairy products, âlacto-ovo,â which allows up to eggs, âpesco,â which even allows seafood and fish, âpolo vegetariansâ that eat chicken, and finally, âflexitariansâ that consume red meat depending on the situation.
Among these, âvegansâ are leading the recent vegetarian craze, and they are continuing their active social activities by inventing the neologism âveganism.â In line with this, various restaurants with a vegan motto have also sprung up. I thought not only of restaurants that serve vegan food, but also of pubs that offer vegan menus along with bakeries.
Famous vegan restaurants and bakeries include Itaewon PLANT, Seoul Mangwon-dong Uburae-do, Seoul's Mangwon-dong Sunnybread, Yeonnam-dong Breadnista, Mangwon-dong Around Green, Hongdae Sukara, Hannam-dong Monk's Buddha, Itaewon Haebangchon News, Sangsu Slunch, Amsa-dong Pyeongsang-si, Garosu-gil Dunnilk Factory, Dongdaemun Queens Bucket, Seochon Soiloueum, Insadong Balwoo Gongyang, Jongno Ikseon-dong, Jeong Sang-dong Mangwon-dong Gawon, Hapjeong Yamiyomil, Mangwon-dong Dinnerjack, Mangwon-dong Mongtai, Mangwon-dong Cook&Book, Bangbae Pivot, Kyung Hee University Bejian, Songpa Bangi Zero Bakery, Mangwon Point Frederick, Haebangchon Bezetus, Sookdae Cafe Shiva, Sadang Nammi Plant Lab, Grand Hyatt Steakhouse, Songpa Holsom, Hapjeong The Robby Twins, Mangwon-dong Leventane, Hongdae Seoul Bowl, Hannam-dong Route There are Day, Hannam-dong Huggers, Bukchon Root on the Plate, Hannam-dong Salad Seller, Hannam-dong La Ferme, Banpo-dong Palem, Songpa Songridan-gil, Seongbuk-dong Little Mana, Sungshin Women's University Dalnyan, Yangjae Veggie Green, Busan Dongnae Meal, Incheon Songdo Meme, Cheongju Vegan Story Yeonu, Incheon Derby Gining, Gwangju Sujata, Jeju 901. Here are 5 of the best vegan restaurants and vegan bakeries that are popular with vegetarians, superfoods that clear the soul.
1. Vegan bread with extraordinary heaviness, 'Bread Honista' in Yeonnam-dong
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Image source: Panhonesta's Instagram
Image source: Panhonesta's Instagram
âBread Ernistaâ began when CEO Iaram, who is allergic to dairy products and eggs, wanted to make bread that he could eat. Instead of flour, gluten, dairy products, sugar, eggs, and preservatives, healthy bread is baked using ingredients such as rice flour, coconut sugar, coconut oil, and natural sweeteners. The signature menu is âhalf a brownie,â where you can enjoy matcha brownies and chocolate brownies at the same time. The matcha brownie on top has an appealing bitterness of matcha tea and a subtle coconut scent that spreads from the moment you put it in your mouth. Chocolate brownies made from Valrhona or cacao powder have a heavy yet luxurious sweetness. Bread Anista can also be found at the main branch in Yeonnam-dong, as well as branches in Apgujeong and Yeouido.
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â²Location: 153-13 Seongmisan-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
â²Opening hours: 12:00 â 22:00 every day, 12:00 â 21:00 on Sundays
â²Price: Half a Brownie 3,800 won, Earl Grey Pound 3,500 won
â²Testimonial (shikigin mibling): The desserts are healthy and tasty, and the flavor of coconut is added, so I recommend them even more if you don't have a taste for coconut! Pounds, scones, brownies, and drinks are all packed together to make you feel less guilty while dieting on a vegan diet and are easy to eat, so it's often a great place to enjoy. You might think it's expensive, but I'm eating it with confidence because it's also made with ingredients that are good for the body.
2. âNewsâ from Haebangchon, a new world of temple food
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Image source: _soseekseoul's Instagram
Image source: _soseekseoul's Instagram
âNewsâ presents temple food in a fusion style to suit popular tastes. They only stick to pesticide-free, naturally cultivated, and organically grown ingredients, and are purchased directly from farmers in Hoengseong, Hongseong, and Haenam. In line with the concept of temple food, knocking on a wooden table to order adds to the fun of the meal. The signature menu, âMushroom flavor,â is a soup made from oyster mushrooms, shiitake mushrooms, and mushroom mushrooms topped with shiitake mushrooms and Chinese cabbage grilled over an open flame. The thick texture of the soup thoroughly envelops the tongue, and the rich mushroom flavor that spreads fragrant throughout the mouth is exquisite. Please note that course meals consisting of popular menus are also available, and 100% reservation is required.
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â²Location: 57, Sinheung-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
â²Opening hours: 18:00 to 22:00 on weekdays, 17:00 to 23:00 on weekends, closed on Mondays
â²Price: The flavor of mushrooms 19,000 won, the temptations of the world 19,000 won
â²Testimonial (Shikshin Hon 73): I had a strong feeling that temple food was not tasty and bland, but this place had just the right amount of sauce and was delicious. Of all the things I've eaten, soy meat has the most similar flavor and texture to real meat, which is great. Even after eating, the stomach feels good without feeling burdened! If you want to eat delicious vegan food, be sure to come!
3. 'Sunny Bread' in Hannam-dong, a gluten-free bakery that you can enjoy healthily
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Image source: Sunnybreadkr's Instagram
Image source: Sunnybreadkr's Instagram
âSunny Breadâ is a place that uses brown rice flour and rice flour instead of wheat flour to make bread that can be eaten by patients suffering from diabetes, gluten intolerance, and atopic dermatitis. All menus are based on gluten-free products and are divided into vegan products that exclude animal ingredients, and low-carb products with a lower carbohydrate content. The signature menu is the âhey rhubarb tart,â where red rhubarb filling and vegan cream are placed one after the other on a tart paper made from brown rice flour and finished with a crispy crumble. The cream gently envelops the attractive rhubarb filling with its tangy freshness, and the crunchy crumble adds to the fun of chewing. You can check out today's menu on the official Instagram.
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â²Location: 33 Usadan-ro 14-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
â²Opening hours: 11:00 â 20:00 every day, closed on Mondays and Tuesdays
â²Price: Hey rhubarb tart 7,600 won, carrot cake 7,500 won
â²Review (Shikigami Healing Chicken 2): A place famous because a thief came in and ate bread for 4 hours! I went there because I was curious about how delicious it was. The rhubarb tart looks so pretty, and the flavor is fresh and sweet, so it's great! The carrot cake, which was light and not very sweet, was really delicious!
4. âBezetusâ in Haebangchon, where you can enjoy a variety of vegan foods
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Image source: Vegetuskr's Instagram
Image source: Vegetuskr's Instagram
âBezetusâ is a place where you can find a variety of vegan dishes such as paninis, salads, homemade burgers, and pasta. The interior of the store, which is decorated in a modern style, is further enhanced by green plants scattered all over the place. The signature menu, âBezetus Burger,â is an organic bun filled with lentil patties, tomatoes, lettuce, and grilled vegetables (eggplant, onions, mushrooms). Patties made with lentils, chopped vegetables, brown rice, and oats are appealing for their refreshing yet light flavor. I added homemade coriander sauce and vegetarian mayonnaise sauce to make the most of the burger's rich flavor. Along with the burger, plenty of french fries and salad are provided, making it a great place to enjoy a hearty meal.
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â²Location: 59 Sinheung-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
â²Business hours: Tuesday 17:00 â 21:30, every day 12:00 â 21:30, B/T (weekdays) 15:00 â 17:00, closed on Mondays
â²Price: Bezetus burger 13,000 won, mushroom cream pasta 12,000 won
â²Testimonial (Shikigin Blagh): When it comes to vegan food, I only thought about salads, but it was amazing that lasagna, burgers, etc. It was nice that the burger was really big, the bean patty was just as tasty as the meat patty, and the sauce went well with the ingredients!
5. 'Around Green' in Mangwon-dong, with deep flavors added with vegetables
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Image source: around_green's Instagram
Image source: around_green's Instagram
Located in a quiet alley in Mangwon-dong, 'Around Green' is a cafe and restaurant that sells vegan food and sweets. The small store has a simple feel with cute accessories. The signature menu is âHaru Vegetable Curry,â a curry made by simmering vegetables such as onions, carrots, potatoes, and sweet pumpkins over a long period of time, and seasoned with brown rice. Various vegetables such as grilled lotus root, sweet pumpkin, eggplant, and asparagus are added as toppings, and the colorful visuals enhance the taste buds to the fullest. The curry has a pleasant flavor, and you can enjoy a deeper flavor by adding a subtle sweetness derived from vegetables. âRose fusilli,â which combines gluten-free brown rice fusilli with soft rose sauce, and âmushroom pizza,â which has rice flour dough topped with three kinds of mushrooms, are also popular.
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â²Location: 47, Poeun-ro 5-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul
â²Opening hours: 12:00 â 21:00 every day, B/T 15:00 â 17:00, closed on Sundays and Mondays
â²Price: Vegetable curry 10,000 won per day, rose fusilli 13,000 won
â²Testimonial (Little Bug Eating): I was feeling heavy from eating a lot of irritating foods these days, but it was great that all the food I ate at Around Green was good for the body and felt healthy, yet delicious!