유 유안 Yu Yuan — Restaurant in Seoul

5 Stars – Michelin-Level Excellence at Yu Yuan, Seoul

Dining at 유 유안 (Yu Yuan), a prestigious Michelin Guide restaurant in Seoul, was a flawless experience from beginning to end. The service was refined and attentive, the ambiance elegant, and the table setting beautifully curated—every detail spoke of understated luxury.

The Peking duck was the star of the evening—perfectly roasted with crispy skin and tender, flavorful meat, served with traditional accompaniments that elevated the dish even further. Every course we enjoyed was superb, showcasing the kitchen’s mastery of authentic Chinese cuisine with a modern, elevated touch.

Yu Yuan is a true gem in Seoul’s fine dining scene. A must-visit for those seeking impeccable service, exquisite flavors, and a...

Went there for dinner and for lunch!! For dinner, our group decided to go for two of us with the Peking Duck and two of us got the Set Menu B. It was all delicious but also, expensive. Not something I would go to often but it was an experience! Food was great and service was even better! We also did the beverage pairing with the dinners and that was amazing! They did a very good job pairing the wines and I got it try some things I never had before. For lunch the next day, we did the dim sum set menu which I think was a bit on the pricey side but you’re paying for the experience and the exceptional staff! We again did the beverage pairing add on (don’t think it was necessary for this) but got the add ons of the mail tofu and the sweet and sour pork, all of it...

I had the lunch dim sum combo. Overall, it felt like a safe, slightly fancy take on dim sum.

In comparison, I could easily find better-tasting dim sum at a regular dim sum restaurant in Vancouver. Most of the items had a similar shrimp-based flavor, which became a bit repetitive. Aside from one or two standout dishes, the rest were quite underwhelming.

That being said, the food itself wasn’t bad—it was just not worth the price. The overwhelming sense of it being way too overpriced never left me throughout the meal. They either need to lower the price or significantly upgrade the variety and quality of the dishes.

I might return to try the truffle Peking duck, but other than that, I have no intention of...