Haobin is a Chinese restaurant helmed by Chef Hu Deok-juk, celebrated as a living legend of Korean-Chinese cuisine and a trailblazer who led the refinement of Cantonese cuisine. The restaurant’s title, which means “precious guests” in Chinese, reflects the chef’s respect for his diners. Haobin boasts a vast repertoire of signature dishes, including braised whole sea cucumber with Sichuanese sauce and fried noodles with stir-fried seafood. Yet, its best-known offering is the classic soup poetically dubbed “Buddha Jumps Over the Wall,” which was first introduced to Korea by Chef Hu and has remained the icon of his cuisine. “I strive to highlight the genuine flavors of the ingredients from the freshest ingredients.” This quote by the chef carries exceptional weight although it merely reiterates the time-tested principle of culinary art. In addition to diverse gastronomic delights, the establishment also offers various vigor-boosting dishes made with seasonal ingredients.