유 유안 Yu Yuan
A Michelin-starred Cantonese restaurant in Seoul, offering the grandeur of 1920s Shanghai with modern culinary artistry and impeccable service.
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유 유안 Yu Yuan
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A Michelin-starred Cantonese restaurant in Seoul, offering the grandeur of 1920s Shanghai with modern culinary artistry and impeccable service.
"Experience Michelin-level excellence with the finest Peking duck and refined ambiance at Yu Yuan."
Book Peking Duck Ahead
Reservations are essential, especially for the renowned Peking duck. Book in advance to secure your table.
Balance Your Duck Order
Consider ordering more Peking duck than other dishes to ensure a well-balanced and satisfying meal.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Cantonese
Price
$$$
Phone
+82 2-6388-5500
Address
97 Saemunan-ro, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea
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Discover the most iconic attractions and experiences
Legendary Peking Duck
Experience the best Peking duck in Korea with its perfectly crispy skin and moist, flavorful meat. A must-try signature dish.
Elegant 1920s Shanghai Ambiance
Step back in time to the grandeur of 1920s Shanghai with a chic and opulent interior design, creating a luxurious dining experience.
Exquisite Dim Sum Selection
Indulge in a variety of meticulously crafted dim sum, from delicate steamed dumplings to unique creations, offering a taste of luxury.
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Book Peking Duck Ahead
Reservations are essential, especially for the renowned Peking duck. Book in advance to secure your table.
Balance Your Duck Order
Consider ordering more Peking duck than other dishes to ensure a well-balanced and satisfying meal.
Lunch Dim Sum Sets
For a more budget-friendly option, try the dim sum lunch sets for a luxurious taste at a lower price point.
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Book Peking Duck Ahead
Reservations are essential, especially for the renowned Peking duck. Book in advance to secure your table.
Balance Your Duck Order
Consider ordering more Peking duck than other dishes to ensure a well-balanced and satisfying meal.
Lunch Dim Sum Sets
For a more budget-friendly option, try the dim sum lunch sets for a luxurious taste at a lower price point.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Yu Yuan is highly praised for its exceptional Peking duck and elegant ambiance, reminiscent of 1920s Shanghai. The impeccable service and modern twist on authentic Chinese cuisine are consistently lauded. While most reviews are overwhelmingly positive, some diners find the dim sum to be slightly overpriced compared to alternatives, though still enjoyable for the overall experience.
"The best peking duck in Korea ❤️ great service, atmosphere, and food. Tea was quite nice too. Recommend ordering more peking duck than other dishes in balancing the portion."
Eunjoo Lee
"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 was delicious!"
Sarah B
"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 coming back."
Jin P
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, reservations are highly recommended, especially if you wish to try their famous Peking duck, as it can sell out.
Yu Yuan is most famous for its exceptional Peking duck, often cited as the best in Korea, and its elegant 1920s Shanghai-inspired ambiance.
Absolutely. The elegant ambiance, impeccable service, and exquisite food make it a perfect choice for special occasions and fine dining.
Yu Yuan is considered an upscale dining experience, with prices reflecting the fine dining quality and Michelin recognition.
Yes, they offer lunch options like dim sum sets which provide a taste of luxury at a more accessible price point.
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