Homejourney: Best Food & Restaurants in Busan Highlights 2025

The best food and restaurants in Busan highlights feature fresh seafood at Jagalchi Market, spicy tteokbokki at Leegane, and hearty dwaeji gukbap, perfect for your Korea 7 days or Korea one week adventure in this coastal gem.

Busan's culinary scene blends bold Korean flavors with fresh ocean catches, drawing food lovers from Singapore and beyond. As part of our Korea 7-Day Itinerary: Seoul & Busan Highlights Guide, this cluster dives into must-try eats, linking back to the pillar for a complete Seoul Busan itinerary. Homejourney verifies these spots for safety and trust, ensuring confident travel decisions just like our property platform.

Why Busan Food is a Must for Korea Travelers

Busan, Korea's second-largest city, is a seafood paradise with street food stalls and markets offering affordable, authentic bites. From spicy rice cakes to grilled eel, these Busan highlights showcase why it's a top stop in any Korea one week plan. Singaporeans will appreciate the hawker-like vibe at BIFF Square, reminiscent of our own street eats but with Korean twists.

Best time to visit: Spring (April-May) or fall (September-October) for mild weather and festivals. Fly direct from Singapore Changi to Gimhae Airport (2.5-3 hours via Scoot or Korean Air). Exchange SGD to KRW at 1 SGD ≈ 1,000 KRW; use Homejourney's currency tools for real-time rates via our bank rates page.

Top Busan Food Highlights and Must-Try Dishes

Focus on these iconic eats for an authentic taste of Busan. Prices are budget-friendly, starting from 4,000 KRW (~SGD 4), ideal for travelers eyeing Asian lifestyle investments.

Jagalchi Market: Korea's largest seafood market. Pick fresh sashimi (hwae), spicy fish stew (maeuntang), or grilled eel (jangeo gui). Vendors cook upstairs; expect 25,000-40,000 KRW per person. Open daily, best mornings.[2]
Leegane Tteokbokki: Chewy, spicy rice cakes with veggies and fried bits for 3,000 KRW (~SGD 3). Insider tip: Pair with fish cakes (eomuk) from nearby stalls—Busan's 24/7 comfort food.[1]
Dwaeji Gukbap: Pork rice soup at Suyeong Bonga (255-13 Bujeon-dong, open all day, ~7,000 KRW). Hearty hangover cure; locals swear by it post-night out.[1][2]

Vegetarian option: Temple-view seaweed bibimbap near markets for fresh, plant-based flavors.[2]

Street Food Gems in BIFF Square and Nampo-dong

Exit Nampo MRT (Line 1), walk 5 minutes to BIFF Square (44 Gudeok-ro). Try ssiat hotteok (seed-filled pancakes), gimbap, and eomuk skewers. Open all day, prices vary 2,000-10,000 KRW. Safe, bustling spot verified by locals—perfect for families.[1]

Best Restaurants in Busan Highlights by Category

From Michelin-recognized spots to hole-in-the-walls, here's a curated list with addresses, hours, and prices (2025 updates).

Category	Restaurant	Address & Details	Price (KRW)
Street Food	Haejeon Gopchang	14 Gwangbok-ro 6beon-gil, Jung-gu. Grilled intestines, 12-5AM.[1]	7,000
Beef Lovers	Joseon’s Hanwoo Nampo	35-17 Bupyeongdong, 12-23:50. Melt-in-mouth hanwoo beef.[1]	18,000+
Seafood	Daebak Sliced Sashimi	276-8 Geumgang-ro, Geumjeong-gu. 18-2AM (later weekends).[1]	25,000+
Ramen	Ramen Ya	78 2nd Fl, 680 Jungang-daero. Miso ramen, 11:30-23:30.[1]	6,000
Modern	Modern Table	45-9 Jungang-daero. Cafe vibes, 12-23.[1]	4,000+

Michelin picks like Born and Bred or Hanwolgwan elevate fine dining.[5] For expats, SOL Taphouse offers pizza with Gwangalli Beach views.[3]

Practical Tips for Safe Dining in Busan

Visa & Transport: Singaporeans get 90-day visa-free entry. Use T-money card for subways/buses (load via 7-Eleven). From airport, bus to Busan Station (1 hour, 7,000 KRW).
Safety: Markets are safe; stick to crowds. Homejourney prioritizes trust—scan QR for hygiene ratings via apps.
Money-Saving: Eat where locals do (Bujeon Market for gukbap). Budget 20,000 KRW/day for food.
Accommodation: Stay in Haeundae or Nampo for food access (hotels from 100,000 KRW/night).

Sample 1-Day Busan Food Itinerary

Integrate into your Seoul Busan itinerary: Morning at Jagalchi (sashimi), lunch at Leegane (tteokbokki), afternoon BIFF Square snacks, dinner at Joseon’s Hanwoo. Total ~50,000 KRW.

From Busan Bites to Singapore Real Estate Opportunities

Many Busan visitors explore Asian property diversification. Singapore's stable market offers vacation homes or expat options—compare KRW/SGD conversions on Homejourney bank rates. Search verified listings via property search or projects directory. For maintenance, check aircon services. Homejourney builds trust through verified data, ideal for investors from Korea considering Singapore.