Baekje Samgyetang

This place claimed to be in business for 40 years. We decided to try as we were craving for Samgyetang. The Ogolgye(black chicken) Samgyetang definitely did not disappoint. I enjoyed it very much. Loved the part where I poured the ginseng wine onto the hot boiling Samgyetang. We also tried the pajeon but it was just so so. The Abalone Porridge was alright. Overall, quite a nice place to have Samgyetang.

Had an early dinner 10/21/25 and my dinner experience was a mixed bag: the food was fresh and delicious; but the service was not the best. As a foreigner I do my best to greet and offer thanks in the local language; but the one middle aged lady who greeted me was anything but pleased to deal with me. I appreciated her effort to speak English, all the while I attempted to use a language app to communicate. I could sense her frustration, but still thanked her. At least I had a nice gentleman who ended up being nice when I payed my bill.

Ordered abalone porridge which is sweet and thick (felt like going for 2nd round), black chicken with normal ginseng (half chicken and wing is missing), chicken with wild ginseng (half chicken), chicken gizzards (goes super well with the porridge) and fried chicken (which is quite hard). The side dishes are unique as well.

Its located on the second floor and the stairs are to the left side of the building. Clean and large plentiful seating area. Ordered the wild ginseng chicken, pancake and fried spring chicken. Portions are reasonable priced and more than enough for 2pax. The small cups of wine is meant to be pour into the soup for more flavour. The ginseng soup was delicious and the chicken was tender with glutinous rice inside. The pancake was crispy and flavourful.

No trip to Korea is complete without trying Samgyetang, the iconic ginseng chicken soup. While searching for a spot near Myeongdong, we found ourselves at Baekje Samgyetang. It was a little tricky to locate, as the signage was in Chinese characters and we were navigating without knowledge of the Korean language. Stepping inside, the restaurant felt surprisingly spacious and noticeably cold, with air-conditioning blasting throughout the place. Stepping inside, the restaurant felt surprisingly spacious and noticeably cold, with air-conditioning blasting throughout the place. Each order of Samgyetang came with a complimentary cup of ginseng tea, along with a selection of banchan served on the side, a thoughtful touch to start the meal. The servers were friendly and could communicate in basic English or Mandarin, which made ordering and asking questions much easier for us. Ogolgyet'ang (Black Chicken Broth with Wild Ginseng) - 31,000 We went for one of the best items on the menu, Black Chicken Samgyetang with wild ginseng. Known for its nourishing properties, it’s believed to benefit the skin, muscles, and overall vitality, making it a delicious way to rejuvenate the body from within. This wholesome dish features a tender whole chicken stuffed with sticky rice and simmered to perfection with ginseng, garlic, and medicinal herbs. It’s the ultimate comfort food that’s both nourishing and delicious, often enjoyed to boost energy and vitality. Samgyet'ang (Cultivated by Wild Ginseng Root) - 25,000 We had the chance to try both the black chicken and the regular Samgyetang and enjoyed them both. The chicken in each was tender and flavorful. Naturally, the black chicken had a leaner build with less meat, but its rich, herbal depth made up for it. All in all, the meal was hearty, wholesome, and absolutely satisfying. As a side, we shared a seafood green onion pancake, crispy on the edges, packed with fresh ingredients, and absolutely delicious. A perfect complement to the hearty Samgyetang. Seafood Green Onion Pancake - 15,000 Another meal that truly hit the spot and fixed our craving! From the nourishing bowls of ginseng chicken soup to the tasty sides like seafood pancake, our visit to Baekje Samgyetang was a wholesome and memorable part of our Korean food journey. A comforting dish that’s worth seeking out when in Seoul.

April25, unforgettable experience with ginseng chicken since last visit to S Korea (2000). This time round decided to have plenty of it and glad to find one on my 2nd day. It was hot and good. We order the top tier white chicken and onion pancakes. Somehow the Korea beer is dry cold, best.

I like to eat the Korean Chicken Ginseng Rice soup in the US but I had never tasted the authenticity and essence of such soup until this restaurant. The soup came in with a hot stone pot and it was sizzling for a couple of minutes! The meat fall off the bones and the soup was just right amount or flavor (you add a couple more seasonings that they provide). They also provided with a tiny cup of ginseng win too. Of course, a big bottle of the local beer made my meal complete. My soul and mind was soothed after the meal 😊

I have been dining at Baekje Samgyetang for years, but this time, I noticed some changes. The ginseng chicken soup is still decent, with options for both black chicken soup and regular ginseng chicken soup. The flavors are acceptable but not particularly impressive or surprising. However, what stood out more this visit was the service. Unlike previous visits, I didn’t see the usual male owner. Instead, there was a woman who seemed to be the boss, and her attitude was less welcoming. She kept speaking loudly in Mandarin to the staff, almost as if arguing, and frequently urged customers to place their orders quickly.