La Yeon
Korean Contemporary · Seoul · Michelin Two Stars · Chef Kim Sung-il
Holding two Michelin stars, La Yeon in Seoul is led by chef Kim Sung-il, who presents contemporary Korean cuisine on the 23rd floor of The Shilla Hotel. The seasonal menu reinterprets traditional recipes, featuring signature preparations such as char-grilled Hanwoo beef alongside panoramic views of Namsan.
23F, Shilla Hotel, 249 Dongho-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul, Seoul
Menu
Dishes
- Yeon - The Feast (80000) — 10-course traditional Korean royal cuisine with chicken porridge, fresh ginseng, and choice of chargrilled chicken or three types of beef
- Tofu Pyeon — Traditional soy-based dessert with persimmon, strawberries, and blueberries
- Grilled Eel — Traditional chargrilled Korean eel with sweet soy glaze
- Chargrilled Hanwoo Sirloin — Premium Hanwoo beef sirloin chargrilled and marinated in aged soy sauce
- ➕ Beef Add-on (45000)
- Shilla Menu (135000) — 11-course premium menu including everything from The Feast plus gujeolpan nine-delicacy platter and premium Hanwoo options
- Chicken and Ginseng — Free-range chicken with fresh ginseng in cold soy milk broth
- Grilled Short Rib Patties — Traditional Korean grilled short rib patties (tteok-galbi)
- Warm Chestnut Broth — Warm chestnut broth with chestnut powder, comforting and aromatic
- Beef and Mushroom Dumplings — Hand-made beef and wild mushroom dumplings
Cocktails
- "Shilla" (10 courses) (135000)
- "Shilla" (10 courses) (135000)
- Yeon – The Feast (170000)
- "Shilla" (10 courses) (135000)
- "Shilla" (10 courses) (135000)
Tasting Menu
- Tasting Menu (150000)
- Braised Short Ribs Add-on (60000)
- Shilla (top menu) (230000)
Set Menu
- The Feast (10 courses) (90000)
- Dignity Menu (165000)
- Shilla Menu (Flagship) (200000)
The Experience
A formal room with an urban view. The meal is structured around a tasting menu and a wine pairing. A good fit for celebrations.
- Occasion: Celebration
- Atmosphere: Formal
- Format: Tasting menu, Wine pairing
- Setting: Urban view
Phone: +82 2-2230-3367
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