Crispy-skirted dumplings with ten years of Michelin Bib Gourmand, a minute from the station

Self-paid. The blogger paid for this visit.

A small dumpling shop run by a Korean husband and Chinese wife, listed in the Michelin Bib Gourmand ten years in a row. The house dumplings are pan-fried with a lacy, crispy skirt and steamed on top, and plates cost under ₩10,000.

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Ended up eating three plates by myself, no problem.

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Is it for you?

Go forThe signature Gubok dumplings have a crisp, nutty fried base and soft steamed tops, with a pork filling seasoned well enough to eat without sauce. The kimchi dumplings use house-made kimchi. The xiaolongbao have chewy skins and plenty of soup, lighter than Din Tai Fung. Prices are low for a Michelin-listed place.

Skip ifYou want a roomy space or table service with atmosphere. The shop is small and the focus is just the dumplings. Fans of rich, oily xiaolongbao may find these a bit light.

Good to know

If there is a wait, write your name on the list at the counter and wait outside. The line moves fast.
Takeout orders go straight to the counter, no list needed.
Eat the dumplings while hot. If they cool down, ask and staff will reheat them.
Mix your own dipping sauce: the dish has ginger, then add vinegar sauce, chili flakes and green onion to taste.
Use the spoon for xiaolongbao. The soup inside is very hot.
Namyeong-dong's food alleys are right across the street for a walk after.

Crispy-skirted dumplings with ten years of Michelin Bib Gourmand, a minute from the station

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