IZZA – Trendy Hotspot in Seongsu, Seoul!

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IZZA – A Must-Try Restaurant in Seongsu, Seoul! 🍕🍷

Whenever I make plans in Seoul, Seongsu-dong is always my go-to spot. Why? Because every time I visit, there’s a new, exciting restaurant waiting to be discovered.

For my last outing before heading back to the U.S., I wanted to try one of the hottest new spots in town.

At the time, IZZA wasn’t well-known yet, and it wasn’t located on Seongsu’s main street. I didn’t expect much, but it turned out to be one of my best dining experiences!

Finding IZZA – A Hidden Gem in Seongsu

📍 33, Gwangnaru-ro 4ga-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul
⏰ 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM (Break Time: 2:00 PM – 5:30 PM)

The walk to IZZA felt a little different from my usual Seongsu adventures.

Instead of trendy cafés and packed streets, I found myself wandering through a quiet residential area lined with kids’ academies and ordinary buildings. I double-checked my map several times, wondering if I was in the right place.

Then suddenly—a sleek, modern restaurant with floor-to-ceiling glass windows appeared.

This was IZZA, a newly opened spot that quickly became a reservation-only restaurant.

Starters – A Flavor Explosion!

Clam: Bitturi Whelk, Herb Butter & IZZA Bread (₩18,000)

🍷 Paired with two glasses of house wine

I had already seen photos of this dish before coming, and it was the first thing I wanted to try.

💥 One bite in, and I knew I’d be coming back to IZZA.

✔️ The IZZA bread was crispy, nutty, and perfectly baked.
✔️ The whelk (Bitturi Sora) was chewy, buttery, and packed with flavor.

I wasn’t expecting the whelk to be so addictively delicious. Honestly, I could’ve skipped the main dishes and just ordered a whole plate of this! 😆

🔥 Must-order menu item! If you visit IZZA, this should be your first dish.

IZZA’s Famous Charcoal Pizza 🍕

IZZA Jambon: Charcoal Dough, Jambon, Fig, Hazelnut Butter (₩29,000)

I first saw IZZA’s Jambon Pizza on Instagram, and my initial reaction was “Meh, it looks like a raw egg yolk on top.” 😂

But since it’s IZZA’s signature dish, I decided to try it. And wow—it was beyond amazing.

✔️ The charcoal dough had a chewy, slightly smoky texture.
✔️ The ham was lightly salty, perfectly balancing the sweetness of the figs.
✔️ The hazelnut butter added a rich, nutty depth that made each bite more addictive.

Perfect with wine. 🍷 Now I understand why this pizza is so popular!

A Unique Pasta Dish 🍝

Truffle Paccheri: Reggiano, Pecorino, Charcuterie, Black Pepper Butter (₩25,000)

This pasta immediately caught my attention because of its black dough and thick, chewy texture.

✔️ Strong truffle aroma – If you love truffle, you’ll love this!
✔️ Rich, cheesy, and creamy – A deep, indulgent flavor.

For truffle lovers, this dish is a must-try. Personally, truffle oil isn’t my favorite, so I found it a little overwhelming. But if you’re a fan of bold, earthy flavors, you’ll love this pasta.

Final Thoughts – Would I Go Back?

Seongsu has become a fast-changing foodie hotspot, with new restaurants opening and closing all the time.

Because of this, I rarely find a place that makes me say, “I HAVE to come back.”

But IZZA is different. It’s one of the few places I genuinely want to revisit.

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✔️ Quiet location – Away from the crowded Seongsu streets.
✔️ Creative, unique dishes – Not your average Italian restaurant.
✔️ A memorable dining experience – Every dish felt special.

When I return to Korea this summer, IZZA is at the top of my must-visit list!