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  1. Pyongyang Myeonok
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Pyongyang Myeonok

평양면옥 본점
★ 3.9Google
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Seoul Junggu Jangchungdallo 207
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  • Rating & Reviews: Google Places(3.9)· verified 2026-02-28
  • Coordinates: Kakao Map
Price Range
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Nearest Station
Myeongdong Station · 2.1km · ~27min walk
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English Menu
Limited
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Phone
0222677784
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Hours
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Cuisine Type
Korean

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

27 min walk from Myeongdong 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 Jung-Gu

Jung-gu sits at the geographic and commercial center of Seoul, encompassing Myeongdong (K-beauty and street food), Namdaemun Market, and the financial district. The food here spans the full range — from tourist-facing street stalls in Myeongdong to understated lunch joints serving office workers, and traditional Korean restaurants that have operated for decades without needing to advertise.

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★★★★★Christian Cho5 months ago

Pyongyang Myeonok is a Pyongyang-style cold noodle restaurant that has been carrying on the tradition of a noodle shop for three generations. It's considered the origin of the "Jangchung-dong style" Pyongyang cold noodles, often regarded as the pinnacle of this type of dish. On the day I visited, perhaps due to the sudden cold weather, I was able to get a table immediately without waiting during lunchtime. However, given its reputation as a famous old establishment, some waiting time should be expected. It's also a restaurant that consistently features in the Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand. The Pyongyang cold noodles are light and subtle, with a clear, transparent broth and buckwheat noodles that have a strong grain flavor. The toppings include half a boiled egg, some green onions, cucumber, pickled radish, and thinly sliced beef and pork. The Pyongyang-style dumplings I had with the noodles were also delicious and subtly flavored.

★★★★★Yal Lepagnol6 months ago

I felt like I snuck into the VIP section of Pyongyang! 😉 This place absolutely deserves the Michelin badge—it's not just a meal, it's a culinary mission! The cold buckwheat noodle soup is the real secret weapon: grab that vinegar and mustard, season like a boss, and prepare for pure deliciousness! Enjoy the delicious defection...

★★★★★J Park1 year ago

I wasn’t always a fan of 평양냉면, but after plenty of trial and error with different styles, I’ve come to appreciate—not quite love, but genuinely enjoy—its simplicity and depth. Now that summer is officially here and temperatures are climbing past 27°C, it feels like the perfect time for cold noodles. A long wait is almost guaranteed. There are no tablets or kiosks to take your number or your order—everything is done the old-fashioned way: simple and manual. Don’t expect to be handed water after finally sitting down either. It’s self-serve, though you’ll only realize that once you see customers bring water to their own tables. Busy places like this aren’t known for exceptional service, but that’s just part of the experience. The 냉면 and 만두 are excellent, and that’s more than enough for me. After having 평양냉면, I usually don’t think about it again for another month or two. Until next time~

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수도권 맛집을 찾아서

실제 후기들을 보면 “요즘 보기 힘든 진짜 간짜장”, “옛날 중국집 감성이 살아 있다”는 평가가... 고기·회식·육즙 맛집 • Wangbijib Myeongdong Central • Gyeong-Gijib 냉면·전통음식 • Pyongyang Myeonok...

소원지기의 지식램프·May 2026
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한국 여행 갈 곳 추천 (외국인용,for foreigners)

5-ga Station (종로5가역), Exit 8 — 2 min walk ⏰ Hours: Most stalls open 9:00 AM–11:00 PM... Myeongdong, Hongdae, and Gangnam branches are used to serving foreigners. Naver Map: "다비치안경 홍대...

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