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Myeongdong Gyoja
A beloved Myeongdong noodle shop where a hearty bowl of and juicy — served with house garlic kimchi and refillable rice — draw steady queues from locals and visitors.
Gangbuk (Seoul)Korean Food > Kalguksu / Handmade Noodles
4.1
(166 reviews)A long-standing Myeongdong noodle house known for its simple, dependable and plump . Popular with both locals and tourists, the original shop often has a line — people keep coming back for the comforting broth, garlicky kimchi, and juicy dumplings. Rice is offered with free refills, and the and remain the signature draws.
Local Tips
- •Signature knife-cut kalguksu with rich, comforting broth and house-made garlic kimchi
- •Popular spot with frequent lines — try mid-afternoon to avoid the busiest times
- •Order mandu (juicy dumplings) alongside kalguksu; rice comes with free refills
Menu
(knife-cut noodle soup)11,000 KRW
(dumplings)13,000 KRW
(spicy mixed noodles)11,000 KRW
Kong-guksu (seasonal cold soybean noodles)13,000 KRW
Practical Information
- Category
- Korean Food > Kalguksu / Handmade Noodles
- Address
- 29 Myeongdong 10-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
- Operating Hours
- Daily 10:30 AM – 9:00 PM
- Phone
- 0507-1366-5348
- Website
- Visit Website →
- Facilities
- Takeout,No parking
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Glossary
- Bibim-guksu
- Chilled wheat noodles tossed in a spicy, tangy sauce — refreshing in warm weather
- Kalguksu
- Knife-cut wheat noodles served in a hot, savory broth — a classic Korean comfort soup
- Kongguksu
- Seasonal summer dish of chilled noodles in a creamy soy-milk broth
- Mandu
- Korean dumplings, typically filled with meat and vegetables; served steamed, boiled, or pan-fried
