For those who love Korean culture, the image of brightly lit tent chophouses placed along both sides of the streets of Seoul are familiar. These are called Pojangmacha, which first appeared in Korea in the 1950s and gradually became a distinct cultural beauty of the kimchi land. With its unique appearance, diverse food and affordable prices, Pojangmacha is extremely popular with Korean people and even foreign food enthusiasts who visit this beautiful country.
Pojangmacha: The typical-Korean food vendor culture
Standing out in the heart of modern Seoul, Pojangmacha - rustic roadside eateries - still retain their special appeal, giving visitors a unique Korean street food culture experience. Born in 1950 in the Cheonggyecheon area of Seoul and becoming extremely popular since 1970 due to the profound influence of Palli-palli culture, pojangmacha are the “savior” of workers. Korean officials come home from work late.
Each Pojangmacha eating house opens in the evening and closes at 3-4 a.m. the next morning, creating a unique and interesting space for those who want to experience night street food in Seoul. The special thing is that Pojangmacha is not only attractive to workers and civil servants, but also attracts all types of people, from children to the elderly, men and women. For every Korean, this is truly a popular and unmissable destination, where they can enjoy traditional street food culture in a memorable way.
Pojangmacha - a wonderful experience from the screen to real life
Stepping into Pojangmacha, the first thing you can feel is the warmth from the food being cooked and the unique aroma of Soju that makes you forget the subzero cold of Seoul's winter. Pojangmacha is a place that allows you to let go of all the worries of a hard day's work to enjoy a delicious meal and comfortably chat with friends. With affordable prices and a diverse and attractive menu; Pojangmacha is ideal for diners to satisfy their appetite without worrying about being ripped off. A “street food paradise” is displayed before your eyes, a cozy, small, beautiful and peaceful space - this place deserves to be the “ending point” for a long working day.
“Taste” of Seoul night - A place where Korean culture meets
Pojangmacha - rustic roadside eateries - are not only a place to enjoy food, but also an indispensable part of the spiritual life of Korean people. This place is considered the “soul” of Korean street culture, a destination not to be missed for tourists who want to fully explore the kimchi land. Therefore, whenever visiting the beautiful country of Korea, don't forget to check-in at this “made-in-Korea” restaurant!
Leehav | Mira
