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Junggukgwan

중국관
★ 4.4N
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Address
Seoulteukbyeolsi Jongrogu Jongro46gil 33
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Nearest Station
Dongdaemun Station · 176m · ~3min walk
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English Menu
Limited
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Phone
02-764-1259
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Hours
Checking...
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Cuisine Type
Korean
For International Visitors

An English or foreign-language menu is available at this restaurant, making it easier for international visitors to browse and order. Don't hesitate to ask staff for the English menu when you arrive.

Rated 4.4 on Naver — very well-reviewed by local diners.

Known for traditional Korean cuisine, this spot draws diners from across Seoul.

Foreign Language Menu

3 min walk from Dongdaemun Station Station, making it easy to combine your meal with a visit to nearby attractions like Euljiro Guide: Seoul's Retro-Industrial Food Scene.

About 한식

Korean cuisine (hansik) is built around balance — fermented sides (banchan), a steaming bowl of rice, and a main dish that changes with the season. Meals are served all at once rather than in courses, and sharing dishes at the table is the norm. The depth of flavor comes from slow-fermented pastes like doenjang (soybean) and gochujang (chili), which form the backbone of soups, stews, and marinades across the country.

About Jongno-Gu

Jongno-gu is the historic heart of Seoul, containing Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village, and Insadong's antique street. The area balances ancient and modern — traditional Korean restaurants, teahouses, and street food vendors operate alongside contemporary galleries and specialty coffee shops. Eating here feels like a connection to centuries of Seoul food culture.

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Full Menu

Menu
Assorted Seafood Over Rice
₩15,000
Assorted Seafood Stew
₩35,000
Beer
₩4,000
Beverages
₩2,000
Chili Chicken
₩25,000
Chili Pork
₩25,000
Fried Rice
₩6,000
Kaoliang Wine
₩5,000
Noodles in Black Bean Sauce
₩6,000
Noodles in Black Bean Sauce
₩5,000
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