Published Date : Oct 24, 2019 / Edited Date : Aug 31, 2023
Would you like to taste the famous Korean fried chicken and drink a cold beer while enjoying a terrific view of the Hangang River? It is easy! Just order food delivery that is available along the entire river. Have a picnic with your family and friends along the Hangang River. Just lay out your picnic blanket on the grass and order beer and food delivery. You can have the luxury of an outdoor restaurant right next to the river at an affordable price. Most of the famous Korean fried chicken franchises are located near the Hangang Parks. It takes them less than 20 minutes to deliver your order (on weekdays) to wherever you are. Autumn is great for outdoor activities. Cap off your day in a happy and fun way along the Hangang River with the special food and beverage delivery service that Seoul has to offer.
Growing popularity
Korean Chimaek Craze
The combination of fried chicken and beer (“chimaek” in contemporary Korean) is now as popular as the combination of grilled pork belly and soju, in terms of matches made in heaven. Experiencing the fantastic duo is an emerging trend amongst foreign travelers in Seoul. Quite a number of international tourists are helping to spread the chimaek craze around the world, taking photos while holding fried chicken in one hand and beer in the other and posting them on their SNS accounts and blogs. “Chimaek” is now rooted as a local cultural phenomenon. Even the popular chimaek festivals are being exported overseas.
Quick 'n easy!
Hangang Food Delivery
Korea’s food delivery culture is attracting plenty of attention overseas. 20% of international tourists arriving in Seoul pointed to food delivery as a cultural experience they want to try out when visiting Hangang River. Hangang Parks are especially popular in September and October when Korea has an unusually high number of holidays, offering many locals the opportunity to enjoy days off from work and school. Fried chicken the most popular menu for autumn picnickers. It is delivered to their picnic spot right away in any Hangang Park. It is easy to spot the small boxes used to deliver fried chicken in the garbage bins of Hangang Parks. The original Korean Food Delivery Culture is adored by many, both at home and abroad. Be sure to experience first-hand the famous, quick food delivery culture along the Hangang River while in Seoul.
#1 spot for chimaek
Yeouido Hangang Park
Out of the various parks in the city, Yeouido Hangang Park is a must-see as one of the most frequently visited places by the local citizens. It is like an oasis in the midst of the forest of buildings in Yeouido, located just across any crosswalk. Yeouido Hangang Park is also just outside the subway station, making it easily accessible from anywhere in the city. No particular plan is needed to enjoy a perfect picnic, day or night, in Yeouido Hangang Park. Many even drop by after work to spend some time winding down near the water. The park is particularly popular for chimaek enthusiasts. In fact, fried chicken with a can of beer and the off-river breeze caressing your cheek may be even more delicious than an a la carte menu from a high-end restaurant.
Yeouido Hangang Park
Address
330, Yeouidong-ro, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul (Yeouido Information Center)
Tel
+82-2-3780-0561
Directions
Subway Line 5, Yeouinaru Station, Exit 3 (4 mins on foot)
#2 spot for chimaek
Banpo Hangang Park Picnic Area
Like Yeouido Hangang Park, Banpo Hangang Park is dearly loved by visitors. Less crowded and more grassy, the park is even more friendly to those who want to do outdoor activities. The lawn of the park, which is popular as a picnic area, is dotted with plenty of big trees under which visitors can spread picnic mats and enjoy food delivery in the best location imaginable. Besides a picnic blanket, visitors can even use tents in the park to enjoy local foods without getting sunburnt, watching time fly by while having fun.
Banpo Hangang Park
Address
40, Sinbanpo-ro 11-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul
Tel
+82-2-591-5943
Directions
* Subway Line 9, Sinbanpo Station, Exit 1 (19 mins on foot)
* Subway Lines 3/7/9, Express Bus Terminal Station, Exit 8-1 (21 mins on foot)
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