Looking for great vegan and Halal food in Seoul?
Osegyehyang in Insadong serves delicious Korean and Chinese dishes that does not disappoint!
It can be a challenge to find truly authentic tasting vegan Korean or Chinese food, but this place does it right.
Information
Address: 서울 종로구 인사동12길 14-5
14-5 Insadong 12-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
Hours: 11:30-21:00
Public Transportation: 6 minute walk from Anguk Station (안국역) exit 6
Menu
Osegyehyang serves delicious vegan and Halal-friendly Korean and Chinese dishes that truly hit the spot.
MENU | PRICE (KRW) |
|---|---|
Soups & Stews | |
| Soft Tofu Stew 순두부 찌개 | 10,000 |
| Spicy Wheat Meat Stew 불구이뚝배기 | 10,000 |
| Spicy Noodle Soup (Vegan Jjamppong) 비건짬뽕 | M 9,000 L 11,000 |
Noodles | |
| Black Bean Noodles 비건짜장면 | M 7,500 L 9,000 |
| Chinese Stir Fried Noodles 중화볶음우동 | 9,000 |
(not) Meat | |
| Vegan Sweet & Sour Pork 매실탕수채 | S 9,000 L 16,000 |
| Vegan Bulgogi With Rice 불구이덮밥 | 10,000 |
| Brown Rice Soy Meat 현미불구이쌈밥 | 12,000 |
| Fried "Chicken" 후라이드 치킨 | S 7,000 L 13,000 |
Our Visit
We arrived right around 11:30 when they open for the day, so it was not too busy yet.
The unique charm of Insadong can really be felt and enjoyed on the short walk from the subway station.
Upon entering, there is a closet to put your shoes in since this is a traditional Korean-style restaurant.
They have photos on the wall by the entrance of famous vegetarians and vegans, which is fun to look at.
As you walk through the restaurant, you can see large bowls and platters with food being prepped for the day.
The interior is the classic Hanok look of natural wood and white walls.
The skylight lets in nice natural light and the plants evoke courtyard vibes.
Brown Rice Soy Meat with Vegetables
12,000 won
A classic Korean staple, but in meat-free form!
This was delicious and almost indiscernible from real meat.
The flavor profile was true to the original and the variety of side dishes to use as toppings in lettuce wraps really added to it overall.
Spicy Soft Tofu Stew
10,000 won
They offer both a spicy and mild version of this famous Korean stew.
We ordered the spicy one because we love a bit of heat, but if that's not your thing, don't worry, you can order the non-spicy version.
They hand make their own tofu here, which is impressive.
Vegan Fried Chicken (Small)
7,000 won
Crispy and savory as Korean fried chicken should be.
We ordered the plain one, though they do also offer a sweet & spicy version.
It was a little dry on its own, but we found dipping it in the soft tofu stew was a delicious combo!
The food was very filling and we found we were unable to finish it all.
We left feeling very satisfied and I don't think this will be our last visit.
How To Get There
Take exit 6 out of Anguk Station (안국역), turn and walk towards the road behind the exit.
Turn right down the road and go straight.
At the end of the road go left, then turn right.
Take a left at the end of the road.
Turn right at Gallery Cafe.
At the intersection, Osegyehyang will be on your left.
