Myeongdong Kyoja Itaewon

Kalguksu restaurant · 이태원동

Myeongdong Kyoja Itaewon

Kalguksu restaurant · 이태원동

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136 Noksapyeong-daero, Yongsan District, Seoul, South Korea

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Specializes in dumplings & noodle soup, made in-house  

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136 Noksapyeong-daero, Yongsan District, Seoul, South Korea Get directions

mdkj.co.kr

₩10,000–20,000 · Menu

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136 Noksapyeong-daero, Yongsan District, Seoul, South Korea Get directions

+82 2 790 7300
mdkj.co.kr

₩10,000–20,000 · Menu

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@michelinguide

"Myeongdong Kyoja is a family-owned place in operation since 1966. The restaurant, which offers only four items on the menu, specializes in dumplings and noodle soup. An impressive number of patrons flock here daily, largely because all the dishes, including its signature garlic-laden kimchi, are made in-house. Simple décor and service come with hefty portions at affordable prices. It has a sister operation in the same area of Myeong-dong." - Michelin Inspector

https://guide.michelin.com/en/seoul-capital-area/kr-seoul/restaurant/myeongdong-kyoja
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@cntraveler

The Best Things to Do in Seoul, South Korea's Layered Capital | Condé Nast Traveler

"A longtime favorite since 1966, Myeongdong Kyoja is famous for excellent kalguksu (knife-cut noodle soup), and I appreciated that you can even ask for a free second helping of noodles." - Katie Chang

https://www.cntraveler.com/story/best-things-to-do-in-seoul
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Autumn Park

Google
Came there twice to eat while I was on holiday in seoul for 1 months. Love the noodles with dumplings. Weekends morning get a little busy but it was quick to get in.

CY Lim

Google
The cold noodles were great as was the cabbage kimchi. The kimchi is slightly spicier than others we’ve had in the city. I’m not sure I like the other noodle dish as much as these 2 dishes. Also had the dumplings. To be fair, I come from a city with plenty of awesome dumpling restaurants so the dumplings tasted quite average. Generally the food is a good intro to Korean noodles and it is to pricey. You have to queue to get into the restaurant - doesn’t take too long. Also take note that both Google and NAVER maps seem to lead you to the back door!!! the front of the restaurant is along the touristy thoroughfare.

Dave

Google
Came to this place for lunch after seeing it was previously a Michelin star restaurant. Only has a few items on the menu but they were all quite sizeable and delicious. Great value for money. Plenty of seating so didn't have to wait for a table.

Emily Yolo

Google
Really refreshing cold soybean noodles after walking around half the day. The broth was extremely thick and really clung to the noodles. It had a bit of peanut-y flavor and a nice kick of garlic. There was no wait when I stopped by but they did direct me to the 2nd floor where there were more empty tables. There's a kiosk ordering system and bathrooms available.

Rommel Canillas

Google
We went to this branch cause of the shorter queue, i love the simplicity of the menu, we tried everything in the menu. definitely the best dumplings i had when i was in seoul last november. and the noodles were really good too, it feels homey and not mass produced. but the star has to be the cold noodles. that was really good and balanced. servings are good too! you will feel satisfied after. great value for money.

Alex

Google
Ate here for breakfast. Got here on a Saturday a little after 1030am and was lucky that there was no wait. Tried all the dishes that were available (they didn't have the cold summer dish ). Loved the broth in the knife cut noodles kalguksu. The spicy noodles was cold and refreshing , slightly spicy /sweet. Glad to have tried this place

SPZ Aruba

Google
They have mastered kalguksu (cut noodle soup) and steamed mandu. They only serve 4 main dishes, so they can concentrate on that flavor. The broth was fantastic and they do have a spicy noodle offering if you are looking for a little more kick.

matilda ra

Google
Absolutely phenomenal food. I tried the Mandu-soup and holy moly it was great! Kimchi very spicy and garlicky but I saw other people mixing in their soups etc and did the same and it added extra flavour to the main dish!! So yum! It’s a two floor restaurant so don’t be afraid to check out upstairs. You order first on the vending machines when you arrive and give your docket to the waiters and then they will seat you. Ps the cutlery is in a drawer in the table!!