Myeongdong Kyoja Itaewon

One of my favorites so far. You need to order on the kiosk while you wait (they don’t say that, they just assume that you know) and then you bring your ticket in to hand the waitress when you sit. More flavorful than just a standard bone broth for the kalguksu. Good sauce on the bibim noodle and also great Mandu. The kimchi was the spiciest I’ve had so far but was great. Big line that moves quickly. They take orders very close to break time but will not take them at that time at all (obviously)

This place is so local, family owned and simple but delicious item!!!! We had noodle soup two so much food and one dumpling like 24$. Service fast and all local ppl here we are the only two tourist. Love love it. I think they are on michline guide here if is the info better than I can describe “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.” P.s if u don’t finish food no take out containers , all local all final their noodle - we ordered 3 dish it is way too much for two lol

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.

I was looking for a place to eat in Itaewon and I stumbled across this one - not knowing it was in the Micheline guide. The food was great and the price was reasonable - the queue wasnt too long. However, the ordering machine doesnt accept cash

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.

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.

A very traditional and well known restaurant. Only few options to choose from, but i can guarantee they will all taste amazing. It’s recommended in the Michelin guide for a good reason. We loved the food. The service was also good but you don’t have a lot of interaction with the staff.

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.