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La Yeon at The Shilla Seoul
The Shilla Seoul's Korean restaurant, updating classical dishes with a light touch; two Michelin stars.
Korean classics on the 23rd floor
La Yeon is the Korean restaurant on the 23rd floor of The Shilla Seoul in Jung-gu, Seoul, and holds two Michelin stars in the MICHELIN Guide Seoul & Busan 2026.
The Michelin inspectors note the views but stress the food: dishes with a delicacy and lightness that update time-honoured Korean traditions without compromising familiar flavours and textures. Crisp red mullet and tender, char-grilled Hanwoo bulgogi show a kitchen that avoids overcomplication in favour of clean, precise flavours. The dining room is comfortable, and the service team is singled out.
Sources: Michelin Guide
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