100 Year Restaurant Tour

Busan

Pork soup is the soul food of Busan. Many historic restaurants here gained fame by providing affordable, hearty meals to refugees during the Korean War. Sinchang Gukbap (est. 1948): Located in Bupyeong-dong, it is famous for its clear, deep broth, which differs from the more common milky versions. It has maintained its original recipe for over 75 years. Milmyeon is a dish unique to Busan, created when refugees used wheat flour (distributed by US aid) instead of buckwheat to make cold noodles. Naeho Naengmyeon (est. 1919): This is the oldest Milmyeon restaurant in Busan, spanning four generations. Originally started in North Korea and moved to Busan during the war, it is considered the birthplace of Busan-style Milmyeon. Baekhwa Yang-gopchang (est. 1952): Located in the Jagalchi Market area, this place offers a unique atmosphere where multiple vendors operate under one roof, serving grilled tripe. It is a "living museum" of Busan’s postwar dining culture. Dongnae Halmae Pajeon (est. 1940s): This restaurant specializes in Dongnae Pajeon (green onion pancake). It was historically served to kings and is known for its soft, moist texture using high-quality seafood and local green onions.