Myeongdong's kalguksu since 1966, with a garlic kimchi kick

Self-paid. The blogger paid for this visit.

A four-item noodle and dumpling house right by Myeongdong Station, open since 1966. Go for the rich chicken broth kalguksu and the fiery garlic kimchi that comes with it.

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Didn't know kalguksu could taste this good.

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Is it for you?

Go forThe broth is made with chicken but tastes deep enough to pass for beef. Each bowl comes with four small dumplings, and the steamed mandu are clean and rich. The garlic kimchi is sharp and spicy.

Skip ifYou like firm, chewy noodles. These are soft and soak up the broth. It is also packed with tourists, and the garlic kimchi is strong.

Good to know

You order and pay first, then staff seat you.
Your whole group must arrive before you are seated. The sign at the door says this in English.
Garlic kimchi is self-serve refill at your table.
Ask for rice and you get it free. Drop it into the leftover broth.
Eating alone is easy here.

Myeongdong's kalguksu since 1966, with a garlic kimchi kick

What to order

Is it for you?

Good to know

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