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La Yeon

Restaurant · Korean

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Two Michelin stars crown this Seoul temple of precision-driven Korean cooking at its most refined.

Korean tradition elevated to the level of art: this two Michelin-starred Seoul kitchen has earned every bit of its international standing, translating centuries of technique into cooking that's both meticulous and deeply grounded. The ambition here is quiet but total, with seasonal discipline and craft that commands respect from every global ranking worth its name.

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Charted by Michelin Guide · OAD Top Restaurants · La Liste· Last verified 2026-07-11