Incheon Top 10 Places to Eat: Cafes, Seafood and Local Favourites

Planning a trip or day out to Incheon? This vibrant city offers plenty of sights and eats, from Chinatown to Songdo International City and the seas of Yeongjongdo. Here is a complete guide to 10 of Incheon's most recommended and verified eateries, complete with addresses, opening hours, menus and visitor reviews.

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1. Forest Outings Songdo Branch

"A massive plant-filled cafe that serves as a giant indoor botanical garden for urban healing."

• Address: 145 Cheongnyang-ro, Yeonsu-gu, Incheon

• Opening Hours: Daily 10:00 - 22:00

• Phone Number: 0507-1377-3750

• Main Menu:

• Whole Mango Fresh Cream Cake (reservation only): 58,000 KRW

• Wagyu Chuck Flap Tail Steak: 47,000 KRW

• Shrimp Cream Pasta: 23,000 KRW

• Forest Pizza: 24,000 KRW

A large botanical cafe ideal for hot and humid weather, featuring lush indoor gardens filled with the scent of plants and the sound of running water. The grand interior makes every spot a great photo zone. Among the desserts, the cream-filled Udo Peanut Croissant comes highly recommended.

2. Madelim

"A 100-year-old church building transformed into a fantastical forest space."

• Address: 42 Yongyuseo-ro 479beon-gil, Jung-gu, Incheon

• Opening Hours: Daily 10:00 - 21:30

• Phone Number: 0507-1351-1904

• Main Menu:

• (Signature) Stone Bread / Dirt Bread: 6,300 KRW

• Pen Shell Grilled Seafood and Clam Chowder Pizza: 33,000 KRW

• (Summer Special) Real Watermelon Juice: 10,500 KRW

The standout feature is the unique interior that places a forest inside a chapel, creating a dreamy atmosphere reminiscent of the film Avatar. Every space from the basement cave to the rooftop is full of personality, and an outdoor area featuring fallow deer makes it great for families with children. The signature stone bread is both fun in shape and excellent in taste.

3. Namdong Industrial Complex Tteokbokki

"An essential pilgrimage spot for tteokbokki fans, serving soup-style tteokbokki packed with umami."

• Address: 226 Namdongseo-ro, Namdong-gu, Incheon

• Opening Hours: 07:00 - 19:00 (Regularly closed every Sunday)

• Phone Number: 032-821-5566

• TV Broadcast: Saturday is Rice (Episode 73)

• Main Menu:

• Tteokbokki: 2,500 KRW (uncooked takeaway popular)

• Jjolmyeon / Rabokki / Jjolbokki: 3,500 KRW

• Gimbap: 2,500 KRW

Famous far beyond Incheon as a nationwide tteokbokki hotspot, many visitors opt for takeout due to long queues. Although the broth appears clear, it features a deep anchovy aroma and strong umami taste with a sweet yet moderately spicy kick. Be sure to dip the plain gimbap into the tteokbokki broth.

4. Omokgol Instant Buckwheat Udon

"Incheon's round-the-clock soul food, a buckwheat udon specialist operating 24 hours a day."

• Address: 145 Seokjeong-ro, Michuhol-gu, Incheon

• Opening Hours: Daily 00:00 - 24:00 (Open 24 hours)

• Phone Number: 032-868-1717

• TV Broadcast: Live Today Evening, Live Information, and others

• Main Menu:

• Buckwheat Udon: 7,500 KRW

• Buckwheat Bibim Noodles: 8,500 KRW

• Egg Roll Gimbap: 4,500 KRW

Offering top-tier value, ordering one menu item per person entitles you to one free noodle refill. The soft buckwheat noodles and rich broth make it an unbeatable choice for late-night dining. Pairing the dishes with thick egg roll gimbap and chewy dumplings completes the experience, aided by very friendly staff.

5. Haesong Ssambap

"An essential stop on the Yeongjongdo golfing circuit, featuring healthy wrap rice with over 20 types of nuts."

• Address: 177 Gonghangseo-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon

• Opening Hours: 10:30 - 21:00 (Regularly closed every Monday)

• Phone Number: 032-747-0073

• Main Menu:

• Stir-fried Webfoot Octopus Wrap Rice Set (per person): 19,000 KRW

• Skate (Medium): 20,000 KRW

A generous eatery offering unlimited refills on fresh vegetables and all side dishes. The star attraction is the webfoot octopus wrap paste made with over 20 kinds of nuts, which is savoury and mild enough to enjoy in abundance without feeling salty. Refills for stir-fried spicy pork ensure a filling meal, making it a great destination to visit with parents.

6. Seonnyepung

"So much raw fish it feels overwhelming! The king of mulhoe (raw fish soup)."

• Address: 272 Yongyuseo-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon

• Opening Hours: 11:00 - 21:00 (Regularly closed every Monday and Tuesday - check Naver to confirm)

• Phone Number: 032-751-2121

• TV Broadcast: 2TV Live Information, Live Broadcast Today, and others

• Main Menu:

• Seonnyeo Mulhoe: 25,000 KRW

• Emperor Mulhoe (Small): 50,000 KRW

Loaded with an abundance of seafood including abalone, sea cucumber, sea squirt, and octopus, the sweet and sour broth is ideal for stimulating the appetite in summer. Even the small portion size easily satisfies hearty appetites, and pairing it with crispy savoury pancake offers a nice contrast when seafood fatigue sets in.

7. Donghae Makguksu

"The true foodie sanctuary for wrapping boiled pork slices in buckwheat pancakes."

• Address: 16 Yongyuseo-ro 479beon-gil, Jung-gu, Incheon

• Opening Hours: 11:00 - 20:40 (Regularly closed every Monday)

• Phone Number: 032-746-5522

• Main Menu:

• Boiled Pork (Small): 16,000 KRW

• Buckwheat Pancake: 6,000 KRW

• Bibim Makguksu: 9,000 KRW

Ordering the boiled pork is a must here, served with seasoned Alaska pollock (myeongtae sikhae) as a special delicacy. Placing a slice of pork and the pollock onto a thinly cooked buckwheat pancake creates an exceptional flavour combination. The seasoned Bibim Makguksu is recommended over the water version, making a great stop along the Eulwangri driving route.

8. Songdo Galbi Main Branch

"A spacious setting with stylish interiors, offering a premium beef short rib dining experience."

• Address: 16 Neunheodae-ro, Yeonsu-gu, Incheon

• Opening Hours: Daily 11:30 - 22:00

• Phone Number: 032-831-0000

• Main Menu:

• Pork Charcoal Grilled Stone Pot Rice Set: 24,500 KRW

• Seasoned Galbi Rib Meat Stone Pot Rice Set: 36,000 KRW

• Galbitang (Short Rib Soup): 13,000 KRW

Featuring expansive parking and upscale interiors, this venue is recommended for company dinners or family gatherings. The pork ribs are clean-tasting and tender, accompanied by attentive service. The complimentary seasoned raw crabs served as a side dish are delicious enough to warrant paid refills, and the rich galbitang remains popular for lunch.

9. Hwanghae Haemul Kalguksu

"Filled with clams and littlenecks, a bowl of knife-cut noodles capturing the essence of the sea."

• Address: 13 Yongyu-ro 21beon-gil, Jung-gu, Incheon

• Opening Hours: 09:00 - 19:00 (Regularly closed every Monday)

• Phone Number: 032-746-3017

• Main Menu:

• Seafood Kalguksu: 13,000 KRW

• Live Octopus: 20,000 KRW

Packed with a mountain of clams, littleneck clams, and scallops, this non-irritating and clean broth pairs well with kimchi. Although weekend queues can be substantial, table turnover runs relatively fast. Adding live octopus enhances the fresh sea flavours during an essential Yeongjongdo outing.

10. Dongchun Sagol Sundaeguk Dongchun Branch

"Clean broth free of gamey odours, the final destination for blood sausage soup enthusiasts."

• Address: 2nd Floor, 8 Donggukjae-ro 49beon-gil, Yeonsu-gu, Incheon

• Opening Hours: 09:00 - 21:00 (Regularly closed every Monday)

• Phone Number: 032-815-0141

• Main Menu:

• Sundae Soup: 10,000 KRW

• Assorted Sundae: 13,000 KRW

Completely devoid of the typical gamey odours associated with blood sausage soup, making it accessible even for beginners. The rich, savoury bone broth combined with generous portions of perilla powder and chives provides a nourishing meal. The large, well-formed blood sausages add extra enjoyment, and those preferring spicy flavours can opt for the spicy sundae soup version.