Korean Wave is Here to Stay: Top 8 Korean Restaurants in Taiwan You Must Try

By MOOK Scenic Spots Chen Wenlin | Compiled & Reported
 
With Korean culture gaining global popularity, Korean food has become a common sight both in K-dramas and shopping districts. From hearty Korean BBQ perfect for group meals to Korean fried chicken paired with beer during late-night cravings, each dish has become a popular favorite among today’s youth. In recent years, Taiwan has also been swept up in this Korean wave, leading to the opening of numerous Korean restaurants. Below, we recommend eight trending Korean restaurants that foodies who love Korean cuisine simply must not miss.

1. Gongneung One Chicken

Gongneung One Chicken, already famous in Korea, continues to attract crowds even after opening its overseas branch in Taiwan. The whole chicken stewed into soup is not only sweet and rich in flavor but also pairs perfectly with tender braised chicken — a delicious and healthy combo that food lovers adore. At the end, you can even soak your rice in the savory broth for a comforting rice porridge experience.
 
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Gongneung One Chicken
Address: No. 14, Lane 83, Section 1, Da’an Rd., Da’an District, Taipei City

2. Harmony Korean Restaurant

Run by a Korean-Chinese owner, Harmony Korean Restaurant is one of the most popular Korean eateries in southern Taiwan. The restaurant not only serves traditional Korean dishes but also offers modern Korean cuisine with Western influences, including cocktails crafted from Korean soju. Its innovative style appeals to many young diners. The interior follows the style of a Korean izakaya, featuring a renovated old building with bright, spacious, and cleverly designed decor that has become a popular spot for social media photos.
 
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Harmony Korean Restaurant
Address: No. 408, Fuguo Rd., Zuoying District, Kaohsiung City

3. Samgyeopsal Eight Flavors

Samgyeopsal Eight Flavors is the go-to choice for those who love trying various flavors of grilled pork. Carefully selected premium pork belly ensures tender and flavorful meat, while the restaurant innovates with eight unique flavor profiles — garlic, red wine, pine needles, herbs, curry, doenjang (fermented soybean paste), spicy sauce, and ginseng — all infused into the pork belly. This allows diners to enjoy a variety of tastes in one meal, satisfying every Korean BBQ lover's appetite.
 
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Samgyeopsal Eight Flavors
Address: No. 3, Lane 10, Alley 223, Section 4, Zhongxiao East Rd., Da’an District, Taipei City