We've gathered restaurants and cafes in Seoul that K-POP idols have actually visited. Sit in the same seat as your favorite member from hugely popular groups like BTS, SEVENTEEN, NCT, and Stray Kids, and take a selfie! We've also included NAVER MAP links so you can use them right away on your next trip to Korea.
Seoul Restaurants Visited by BTS Members
RM — Wasedaya Ichon Branch (Yakiniku Restaurant)
This Japanese-style yakiniku restaurant became a hot topic after RM visited and left his autograph in 2025. The seat where RM sat and the menu items he chose are popular among ARMY, all in a calm and relaxed atmosphere.
Address: 290 Ichon-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
V — Hwayeonsanjang (Apgujeong Yakiniku)
This yakiniku restaurant in Apgujeong was visited by V during his time off in 2025. The premium galbi is exceptional, and the cozy restaurant still holds warm episodes that are very much V's style.
Address: 87-1 Cheongdam-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
Jungkook — Jindaegam Mapo Branch (Chadolbagi Specialty)
This restaurant is famous for its chadolbagi (thinly sliced beef brisket) and scallop set, which Jungkook enjoyed with his family. His autograph is displayed inside, and the staff grill the meat for you, so it's stress-free even for first-timers.
Address: 249-62 Gongdeok-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul
BTS Members — Yujeong Sikdang & Cafe Hyuga
Yujeong Sikdang is the iconic "Bangtan restaurant" that the members have frequented since their trainee days, and it remains an essential pilgrimage site in 2025. The black pork dolsot bibimbap is a timeless favorite loved by the members.
Cafe Hyuga is a cafe renovated from BTS's former dormitory, and it's a special place that transcends agency boundaries — even EXO's Kai has visited.
Seoul Restaurants Visited by SEVENTEEN Members
Jeonghan — Geumdwaeji Sikdang (Michelin-Listed Samgyeopsal)
This Michelin-listed samgyeopsal restaurant is extremely famous, and Jeonghan's visit made it even more of a sensation. The combination of sesame leaf kimchi and meat is unbeatable, and it's a well-known spot frequented by numerous K-POP idols and celebrities.
Address: 370-69 Sindang-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul
DK — Queen's Park Cheongdam (Brunch Cafe)
A stylish brunch cafe in Cheongdam-dong where you can experience the elegant moments DK enjoyed over a leisurely breakfast. The terrace seating is comfortable with a wonderful atmosphere.
Mingyu — Dosan Ttukbaegi Cheongdam & Daebongjip (All Members)
At Dosan Ttukbaegi, where Mingyu is a regular, you can savor tender, slow-simmered galbitang (short rib soup). Daebongjip Sinsa Branch is famous for its frozen daepe samgyeopsal (thinly sliced pork belly), and it's a spot that even appeared on the members' "Seul Live" streams.
NCT · Stray Kids · TXT · Other Idol Hot Spots
NCT Jaehyun & Taeyong
- Jaehyun — Sigol Bapsang Apgujeong Branch: A Korean home-style set meal restaurant. Fans flock here as Jaehyun's humble dining style creates a relatable charm
- Taeyong — Onion Anguk: A hugely popular cafe renovated from a traditional hanok. With its unique space and delicious bread, it's a must-visit spot even on your first trip to Korea
Stray Kids Felix & Hyunjin
- Felix — Somunnan Seongsu Gamjatang: The most famous gamjatang (pork bone stew) restaurant in Seongsu-dong. Be prepared to wait in line
- Hyunjin — Le Mont Blanc: An Itaewon cafe famous for its thread-shaped cakes. The artistic sweets are a huge hit
TXT · RIIZE · ZEROBASEONE · &TEAM · SHINee · Others
- TXT Soobin — Downtowner Hannam: Filming location for the 'LO$ER=LO♡ER' MV. A premium burger joint known for its generous portions
- TXT Yeonjun — PizzaExpress: An American-style pizza restaurant on Garosu-gil. The storefront is the classic photo spot
- RIIZE Shotaro — Jamsugyo-jip Apgujeong: A retro-style frozen samgyeopsal specialty restaurant
- ZEROBASEONE Sung Hanbin — Nangnang Para: A vintage-vibe cafe in Yeonnam-dong
- &TEAM — Rain Report British: A fantastical cafe themed after a rainy day in Britain
- SHINee Key — Seoul Coffee Ikseon Branch: A charming cafe in a hanok where you can enjoy ice cream and butter-red bean bread
- BOYNEXTDOOR Unhak — Pal Sikdang: A nostalgic spot the members have frequented since their trainee days
- BIGBANG G-DRAGON — Udon Cheong: An extremely famous restaurant in Apgujeong. The walls are covered with autographs from countless stars
- SUPER JUNIOR — Yeongcheon Yeonghwa Cheongdam Branch: Famous for Korean beef yukhoe bibimbap (raw beef bibimbap). The natural sweetness of the fresh meat is exceptional
Practical Tips for Seoul Idol Pilgrimage
- Install the NAVER MAP app to easily navigate using Korean addresses
- Most popular restaurants have long lines during lunch hours (12:00–14:00), so we recommend arriving right at the 11:00 AM opening
- Many pilgrimage spots are concentrated in the Gangnam/Apgujeong/Cheongdam area, so you can efficiently visit 3–4 places in a single day
Pair your idol pilgrimage with visits to famous Starbucks locations in Korea for an even more fulfilling trip. Also check out our Seoul public transportation guide. With a NAMANE Card, you can handle both transit and payments with a single card.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. How many idol spots can I visit in one day?
Many pilgrimage spots are clustered in the Gangnam/Apgujeong/Cheongdam area, so you can easily visit 3–4 places in a day. If you include spots in other areas like Ichon, Mapo, and Seongsu, you can manage 5–6 places by factoring in subway travel time.
Q. Can I find out which seat the idol sat in?
Many restaurants display autographs and photos, and if you ask the staff, they can often show you which seat the idol sat in. Restaurants like Yujeong Sikdang (BTS) and Geumdwaeji Sikdang (SEVENTEEN Jeonghan) are so accustomed to fan visits that the staff are very familiar with such requests.
Q. Should I use NAVER MAP or Google Maps for my pilgrimage?
In Korea, NAVER MAP is overwhelmingly more accurate and convenient. Google Maps has limited detailed route guidance in Korea, so we strongly recommend installing the NAVER MAP app before you go. Even if you don't know Korean, you can navigate by copying and pasting addresses.
