Foods in Myeongdong
All people love their food, and the Koreans are no exception. Whether it is traditional local specialties like Kimchi or Tteokguk soup or modern Korean food such as all-you-can-eat Korean style BBQ, together with 5 star named restaurants and international brands from Burger King to Starbucks. International specialties such as Italian, French and authentic Indian foods are readily available. While for those who can't stop shopping there are street snack stalls that sell things you can carry in hand and eat while still window shopping.
Street Food
Along the many smaller streets in the area are plenty of small stalls selling street foods, either literally in the street or from window opening up from their small shops and kiosks. Try some of the local favorites including deep fried sausage and rice cakes on a stick, or French Fries and sausage coated in batter on a stick. More traditional are gyeran bbang which is a type of fried egg cake or muffin which is a tasty and nutritious snack that all people can enjoy.
For those who love spicy food try dakkochi which is a spicy chicken skewer, cooked over coals to get a BBQ flavor but with plenty of chili heat as well.
Try also the hotteok which is a stuffed small pancake with a sweet sugary filling. Great warmers on a cold evening these are a popular snack with children and adults alike.
Korean Dishes
Have some Banchans or savory condiments that go with rice in Korean food. More than just sauces these are a major part of the cuisine and a good range add to the experience. A major delight is the bibimbap which is a type of mixed rice dish, served in a big decorative bowl it is a work of art as much as a food and much effort and pleasure goes into the arrangement of the many different ingredients into an interesting pattern.
Then after the main meal try patbingsoo which is a kind of sweet ice for dessert.
Cafe Culture
Seoul has a developed cafe culture and Myeongdong has plenty of choices including local brands Beansbins Coffee, and of course Starbucks.
Other cuisines
TAJ - Taste of India - Located in the YMCA building this traditional Indian restaurant offers Muslim visiting Seoul a chance to have Halal foods. Close to the national Mosque of Korea.