Zero Complex
Seoul, South Korea
⭐1 Star
The Experience
From Michelin Guide
Chef Lee Chung-hu has been consistently presenting innovative interpretations of the ingredients since he first opened his restaurant. The restaurant was relocated twice, but the flavors and creativity of the dishes never wavered. After moving to a larger venue, the number of tables was reduced to focus more on the quality of the food. The restaurant showcases the delightfully bouncy texture and rich, smoky flavor of sea mustard through one of their signature dishes, which is Pacific geoduck served with sides of chewy barley, sea spaghetti, and sea mustard mouse. The restaurant, located in a quiet residential area in Seobinggo-dong, might be a challenge to find but tasting the dishes overlooking the quiet garden will make it worth your while.
Unique Things
From Visitor Experiences
1. Chef's Background: Chef Lee Choong Hu studied at Le Cordon Bleu in Paris and apprenticed at the restaurant Le Chateaubriand, which was run by Iñaki Aizpitarte. 2. Unconventional Decor: The restaurant features a stainless steel decor that was reportedly taken aback by visitors when it first opened. 3. Innovative Menu Approach: Zero Complex offers a regular-changing short tasting menu with minimalist and often vegetable-focused courses based on one main ingredient, such as corn, asparagus, mushroom or chocolate.
Ingredient Stars
From Visitor Experiences
["Mushroom","Asparagus","Corn"]
Menu & Pricing
Current Offerings & Prices
Tasting Menu
- 1 Star Michelin menu: ₩₩₩₩ (approximately $250-$300 USD)
Signature Dishes
- Pacific geoduck served with sides of chewy barley, sea spaghetti, and sea mustard mouse: price not specified