Mosu (restaurant)

Description

Mosu takes its name from the second half of "kosumosu," the Korean word for the cosmos flower. Chef Anh Sung-jae, who moved to the United States at age 13, created the menu by blending Korean cooking with influences from Japanese, French, and other cuisines he encountered growing up in California. The restaurant earned a Michelin star in its first year, then closed and relocated to Seoul, reopening in 2017 with two stars. Its Seoul location received three Michelin stars for 2023 and 2024, was listed on Asia's 50 Best Restaurants in 2022, and was named The Best Restaurant in Korea 2023.

After ending a partnership with its previous investor, the Seoul branch closed temporarily in 2024 and plans to reopen in a new location in 2025. In April 2026, Mosu faced backlash when a customer reported being charged for an expensive wine but served a cheaper substitute. Anh Sung-jae reviewed security footage, confirmed the incident, and apologized. The Michelin Guide launched an investigation in June 2026.