Mingles Seoul

Mingles sits on Dosan-daero 67-gil, a twenty-minute walk from Apgujeong Rodeo Street. The venue holds two Michelin stars and was named the best restaurant in Korea in the 2024 Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants list. It also holds the no. 43 spot on The World’s 50 Best Restaurants. The room runs smart and elegant, serving a blend of Korean and Japanese-inspired fusion.

Choosing Mingles over the more casual spots near the COEX Aquarium is a deliberate choice for a structured experience. While the surrounding district often leans into the frantic pace of the city’s commercial hubs, this kitchen demands the focus that the more frenetic local spots intentionally avoid. You come here for the precision of the fusion techniques, which feel more intentional than the catch-all menus found throughout the rest of Gangnam.