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Bocalino 보칼리노

보칼리노

4.2 665 reviews
Korea Eats comparison signal 8.7
Cuisine
Italian (이탈리아 음식점)
District
Jongno · Seoul
Address
Seoul Jongno-gu Saemunan-ro 97

150m from Gwanghwamun Station. Bocalino is an authentic Italian restaurant located within the Four Seasons Hotel Seoul on Saemoonan-ro, Jongno-gu. Following a chef change, the restaurant has received notably improved reviews for its culinary quality. The wood-fired pizzas are a particular strength. The diavola has drawn praise as one of the finest available domestically or internationally, and the margherita impresses with its chewy, pleasantly salty dough. The hanwoo beef carpaccio stands out as the top antipasti selection thanks to its exceptional freshness, while the melanzane and lasagna demonstrate equally strong execution across the starter and primo categories. Both beef and pork steaks are tender, and daily specials like the pasta of the day deliver satisfying sauce and noodle combinations. The Make Your Own Course option allows diners to assemble their preferred combination, with dessert, coffee, and sparkling water included as complimentary additions when a course is ordered. A salad bar stocked with fresh ingredients provides additional variety through vegetables and appetizers. Large windows fill the space with natural light, creating a bright, welcoming atmosphere, and window seats should be requested at the time of reservation. The wine list is thoughtfully curated with a strong Italian focus, and the service standard reflects the five-star hotel setting, making Bocalino a fitting choice for anniversaries, business entertaining, and any occasion calling for polished Italian dining in central Seoul.

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Why go
150m from Gwanghwamun Station.
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665 Google Maps reviews make this a useful shortlist pick.

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디아볼라 피자
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한우 카르파쵸

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How this listing compares

Within this cuisine
#55 of 106 by the published comparison signal
Italian
Within this area
#166 of 259 by the published comparison signal
Jongno
Review depth
1.3× the cuisine median (median 506)

Analysis generated 2026-07-30 from 4,138 Korea Eats records. Ratings and review counts can change. This is not a personal review or quality guarantee. Check current details on the linked map.

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