Watch "The Shop next to the best: Season 1" on Netflix South Korea

The extraordinary Geumdwaeji Sikdang got Michelin-status for their pork belly. The unlucky Bokdwaeji barbecue restaurant is right next door. Is it any good?

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Gyerim'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?

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This 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.

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Lee 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.

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Famous 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.

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Korea'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.

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Who 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.

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Suwon'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!

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Where 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?

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How 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!

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On "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!

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The 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!

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All 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!

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Let'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!

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It 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!

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This is an emergency! Why are there no customers at such a popular place? Jeju's so-called hot spot is empty. Is this the right restaurant? Help us, Heebab!

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This barbershop may have opened in 1927, but it's just as popular with the youth! The owner's 61 years of experience eclipse the neighboring hair salon's 57.

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Italians say their food is authentic, but that's next door. Is this a pizza parlor or the unofficial Im Young-woong museum? His fan club needs to see this!

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Everyone loves a lottery. This lucky lottery spot boasts over 40 winners! Care to try your luck next door? The investigation and results might be surprising!

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No investigation today. Instead the team has a picnic on a mountain! The guardian of Dobongsan, Captain Arirang, shows them the best spot and colorful tofu.

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There's a spy lurking in Seoul! The investigation team goes undercover for the sting. But the spy flees once catching a glimpse of the investigators. After him!

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They've been a Michelin restaurant for years, with membership revenue in the millions! And next door? Strange rumors and deathly spice await the unwitting.

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What's the best after-work hot summer treat? Cold beer and dried pollock! Euljiro's "Nogari Alley" is always packed, but this one spot is a void. Time to act!

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Are we climbing Mount Everest this time? The investigation team tries Um Hong-gil's favorite Nepali restaurant. The colorful dishes are a playground of flavor!

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Ready to empty those wallets for a fuller, thicker mane? Check in with hair transplant master Dr. Hwang Sung-joo before checking out the wig shop next door!

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Investigator Lee goes undercover to find the missing customers! Since the chef graduated from YouTube, that gross secret sauce should probably stay a secret.

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Vacation would be nice. The investigators go undercover as tourists, but the shop next door has everyone blushing. Where's Gu-ra when the team needs him most?

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Even Kim Gu-ra is at a loss for words! Popular food "critic" Sayuri takes over with her sweet and sour comments. The food? It's okay, but definitely not good!

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Newbie Jang-jun's first investigation has got him gagging! But Gu-ra says a good fermented fish should make your nose bleed. Will they take it even further?

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Pork galbi is the target of our 30th investigation! YouTuber Seungwoo's Dad visits the "best" restaurant with everyone, but it seems to be closed. Or is it?

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Gwangjang market is packed with great food, and this spot started the yukheo craze! Incredible knife skills beckon customers next door, but no bites yet.

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This isn't the Euljiro we know. Welcome to a mecca for Gen Z, Hip-jiro! The team dances on to the best spot. Meanwhile, Investigator Lee is all alone next door.

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It began with three tables; now it's the original hairtail restaurant! But next door? Silence. What's the story behind the feisty owner and her gentle husband?

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Let's go to Bangsan Market! It has one of the four best kimchijjigae places in Seoul. But the next spot is hidden deep down an alley. The owner is... chatty.

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Pass your physical, or no promotion! The investigators set out for the best gym in Yeouido — but end up next door. Why no equipment? And there's singing?

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Our target of investigation is Yeouido Jinju Jib. Back in the day, it was acknowledged by all as the best. What about next door? Looks like we’ve got a runner!

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Buy and sell anything at an auction house! The investigators can't stop themselves. Our next door is just as big... but kind of empty. Time for marketing!

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Cheers! Investigators chug beers from around the world at the best shop. The next round's at the next shop. It's cheap... but eerie. Hear the owner's sad story.

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Available on Netflix South Korea

Available on Netflix South Korea

Available on Netflix South Korea

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