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Play S1 E1On a mission to shed light on small businesses overshadowed by their larger, more famous neighbors, hosts explore hidden gems around Korea.
Cast: Kim Gu-ra, Lee Jin-ho, Lee Jang-jun
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Season 1
18 episodes
- 1. Episode 1The extraordinary Geumdwaeji Sikdang got Michelin-status for their pork belly. The unlucky Bokdwaeji barbecue restaurant is right next door. Is it any good?15CCFeb 6, 2021
- 2. Episode 2Gyerim's garlic-imbued braised chicken has been the star of Jongno for over 50 years. Their suspicious neighbor has something very similar. Is this a grudge?15CCFeb 13, 2021
- 3. Episode 3This place looks like a front for gambling. But don't say that too loudly! Beware the owner who has the courage to open a furniture store next to IKEA.15CCFeb 20, 2021
- 4. Episode 4Lee Young-ja's favorite restaurant sells hundreds of roast chickens in Hannam-dong daily. The neighbors also sell chicken. They're nice until you complain.15CCFeb 27, 2021
- 5. Episode 5Famous chefs have memorized their menu. If you're from Sadang, you know! The aunts have claimed a similar restaurant next door, where fritters are for friends.15CCMar 6, 2021
- 6. Episode 6Korea's largest outlet complex is in Gasan, Seoul. But what's with all the vacancies? This is serious! The team investigates the crumbling Manseung Outlet.15CCMar 13, 2021
- 7. Episode 7Who was first? The town's been dominated by Boyoung Mandu's dumplings and spicy noodles. Merely steps away, Boyong Mandu says their recipe is the original.15CCMar 20, 2021
- 8. Episode 8Suwon's "Chicken Street" is a must-see! Kim Gu-ra investigates the poultry hub, but he's not eating at famed Jin Mi Chicken. This restaurant is different!15CCMar 27, 2021
- 9. Episode 9Where is everybody? They're all at "Dessert Street"! Known for sweets, some cafés seem to have infinite customers. But that gloomy-looking one — is it open?15CCApr 3, 2021
- 10. Episode 10How about a little white powder? No wonder the chitterlings place is always full. But next door, there's hardly anyone. Looks like Kim Gu-ra's met his match!15CCApr 10, 2021
- 11. Episode 11On "Lamb Skewers Street" near Konkuk Univ., a restaurant pleads for help! Next door is a popular knife-cut noodle shop. Which recipe should they cut? Be honest!15CCApr 17, 2021
- 12. Episode 12The restaurant requested to be blurred out. It's all about the food! The rib joint next door isn't as popular, even with its creative name. Same menu, too!15CCApr 24, 2021
- 13. Episode 13All the way here — just for gimbap? Even celebrities line up for this Jeju restaurant. But there are customers leaving to eat at the neighbor's? Impossible!15CCMay 8, 2021
- 14. Episode 14Let's put Heebab, famed mukbang star of Jeju, to shame! Pork galbi's on the menu next to a restaurant famous for its Jeju black pig dishes. Better get to work!15CCMay 15, 2021
- 15. Episode 15It all comes down to this moment! They made gosari stew famous, but their neighbor? The owner has changed his mind five times in three years. Help his stew!15CCMay 22, 2021
- 16. Episode 16No synopsis available yet.15CCMay 29, 2021
- 17. Episode 17No synopsis available yet.15CCJun 5, 2021
- 18. Episode 18No synopsis available yet.15CCJun 12, 2021
The Shop next to the best
20211 season18 episodesReturning Series
On a mission to shed light on small businesses overshadowed by their larger, more famous neighbors, hosts explore hidden gems around Korea.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Park Jin-kyung
- Cast
- Kim Gu-ra, Lee Jin-ho, Lee Jang-jun
- Studio
- Kakao Entertainment
Maturity rating
15Check the rating before watching with younger viewers.
Audio languages
Korean
Where to watch
Not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service.
