Seoul Night Market Food Tour & Korean Drinking Games

Summary

Seoul street food tour with late-night bites & playful drinks

You’ll dive straight into Seoul’s buzzing night market with a local guide, tasting spicy tteokbokki and crispy jeon while weaving through crowds and neon lights. Later, you’ll slip into a tucked-away bar to learn real Korean drinking games — laughter guaranteed whether you win or lose. It’s messy, loud, delicious, and feels like being part of Seoul for one night.

What’s the experience like?

We were already weaving through the crowd when our guide, Minji, handed me something hot wrapped in paper — tteokbokki, she said, spicy rice cakes. The steam hit my face and I could smell chili and something sweet underneath. You know that feeling when you’re not sure if you should take a big bite or just nibble? I went for it. My mouth was on fire but in a good way. Minji laughed and told me to chase it with the barley tea she’d poured from her thermos. I didn’t expect to be sweating from food before 8pm.

The Gwangjang night market was louder than I thought it would be — vendors calling out, metal spatulas clanging against grills, couples ducking under neon signs. We stopped at a stall where an old man made jeon (savory pancakes) right in front of us. He nodded as he flipped one over and slid it onto our plate. It was crispy at the edges and soft inside, almost eggy. There was this moment where everyone just stood there chewing quietly, like we were all letting the taste settle in. Not sure why that sticks with me.

After the market, Minji led us down a side street — honestly I’d never have found it alone — to a tiny bar she called her “secret spot.” She taught us how to play this Korean drinking game that involved shouting numbers and slapping the table (I lost every round). The soju tasted sharper than I expected; maybe it was just the laughter or maybe because I tried saying “cheers” in Korean and got it totally wrong. Nobody seemed to mind.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Seoul night market and food

• Walk around famous night market
• Learn market's rich history
• Visit favorite local food spots
• Taste authentic Korean starter
• Enjoy authentic Korean main dish
• Try authentic Korean dessert
• Drink alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
• Play Korean drinking games

Top questions

What foods are included on the Seoul night market food tour?

You’ll try classic Korean dishes like tteokbokki (spicy rice cakes), jeon (savory pancakes), plus an authentic starter, main dish, and dessert.

Are drinks included in the Seoul night market food tour?

Yes, both alcoholic (like soju) and non-alcoholic beverages are included during the tour.

Is pickup included for this Seoul food tour?

No hotel pickup is mentioned; public transportation options are available nearby.

Can vegetarians join this night market food tour?

The tour may not be entirely suitable for vegetarians since some dishes can’t be substituted; contact the guide about dietary needs before booking.

How long does the night market food tour last?

The exact duration isn’t specified but expect an evening experience covering multiple stops at the market and bars.

Will there be English-speaking guides on this Seoul food tour?

Yes, your local guide will lead you through the experience in English.

Are private tours available for this Seoul food experience?

You can message the guide directly if you’d like to arrange a private tour option.

What’s included

Your evening includes all classic Korean foods—starter, main dish, dessert—and both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks while exploring Seoul’s famous night market and nearby bars with your local guide before heading back on your own schedule.