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Beautiful lake park perfect for families and outdoor activities

Yeongtong-gu, Suwon

Build your own bowl with fresh greens, veggies, and vegan dressings. Order through Baemin or Coupang Eats.

174, Gwongwang-ro, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si

Nationwide poke franchise where you can build your own custom plant-powered bowl.

57, Gwongwang-ro 196beon-gil, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si

Salad and poke franchise with customizable healthy bowls and fresh ingredients.

397, Hyowon-ro, Yeongtong-gu, Suwon-si

Signature vegan gimbap, hummus salad, and crispy tofu bites in trendy Haenggung-dong. Perfect for picnics!

5, Changnyong-daero 7beon-gil, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si

Suwon-certified 100% vegan Korean buffet with dozens of plant-based dishes for only ₩14,000.

125, Chilbo-ro 88beon-gil, Gwonseon-gu, Suwon-si

100% vegan spot using soy milk and soy protein. Located in Yongin, just minutes from Gwanggyo.

16-8, Heungdeok 2-ro 65beon-gil, Giheung-gu, Yongin-si

Historic command post atop Hwaseong Fortress with stunning night views of the city and fortress walls.

42-140, Godeung-dong, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si

Enchanting evening palace experience with moon-lit courtyards and media-art light shows. Fri-Sat-Sun only (May-Nov).

825, Jeongjo-ro, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si

Second-highest Starbucks in the world with stunning city and lake views. Open until 10PM.

25, Beopjo-ro, Yeongtong-gu, Suwon-si (41F)

Sweet-n-Spicy hack: Top Buldak noodles with corn-cheese gratin to tame the heat. Perfect convenience store combo!

Any convenience store

Korea's viral convenience store recipe: sausage + cup spaghetti + tteokbokki + cheese. Simple and delicious!

Any convenience store

Winter comfort shortcut: Add microwaved dumplings to creamy beef-bone broth noodles for instant warmth.

Any convenience store

Since the 1970s, this Tongdak Alley legend has served whole chickens fried to a golden, ultra-crispy finish—no sauce, no fusion, just retro Korean comfort with metal trays and cold beer.

21, Jeongjo-ro 800beon-gil, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si

The movie-famous Wang Galbi Tongdak: smoky, sweet, and sticky soy-glazed fried chicken that tastes like Korean BBQ meets crispy comfort food. Big portions—perfect to share.

16, Jeongjo-ro 800beon-gil, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si

Jidong ‘Sundae Town’ favorite: fiery gochujang stir-fried sundae & gopchang on a sizzling griddle. Turn the leftovers into bokkeumbap at the end—non‑negotiable.

19, Paldalmun-ro, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si (Sundae Town, Jidong Market)

Beloved Nammun Market stand serving eomuk drenched in a bold, fiery sauce. Pair with tteokbokki or sundae for the full-on Korean street food trio.

15, Jungbu-daero 3beon-gil, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si

Modern Korean dessert & tea bar in Gwanggyo: honey‑glazed yakgwa, pillowy Gaeseong juak, and fragrant maesil-cha. Pair herbal ssanghwa-cha with warm juak—locals swear it beats espresso for melting travel fatigue.

300, Gwanggyohosugongwon-ro, Yeongtong-gu, Suwon-si (1F, FORENA Gwanggyo)

Minimalist-modern tea & dessert playground: traditional brews in clay cups, hotteok crowned with vanilla ice cream, flame-roasted garae‑tteok, and seasonal tomato‑matcha hwachae. One stylish stop for inventive Korean tea culture.

2F, 21, Sinpung-ro 45beon-gil, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si

20 years dedicated to aged pu-erh. Hand-brewed gongfu style, with expert classes on storage, aging, and multi-infusions—come sit, sip, and steep yourself in authentic technique.

68, Sinbong 1-ro, Suji-gu, Yongin-si