Rated 4.3 on Naver — very well-reviewed by local diners, featured in 1,650 Korean food blog posts as one of the most talked-about 일식 spots.
Known for Japanese cuisine, this spot draws diners from across Seoul.
14 min walk from Jongno 3-ga Station Station, making it easy to combine your meal with a visit to nearby attractions like Korean Convenience Store Food Guide: Best Snacks & Combo Hacks Near Myeongdong.
Japanese cuisine has deep roots in Seoul, shaped by geographic proximity and a long shared history. Seoul-style Japanese restaurants range from affordable sushi conveyor belts and ramen shops to high-end omakase counters. Quality fish is flown in daily, and Korean chefs often put their own spin on Japanese classics — thicker broths, spicier condiments, and seasonal Korean ingredients woven into traditional recipes.
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.
Cheonggye Pharmacy
청실약국
2 nearby →Kookmin Bank ATM
KB Kookmin Bank 무교 365자동화점 ATM
2 nearby →7-Eleven
7-Eleven
2 nearby →MoneyBox Namdaemun(머니박스 남대문)- Currency Exchange(환전)
메가환전(MEGA EXCHANGE)
2 nearby →Store bags, explore hands-free
View all →Free maps & English staff
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View all →The broth in the raw fish stew was spicy and delicious. The fish was large and the stew was good, but the rice was a bit undercooked, which was a shame. Please note that rice is not included with the stew, so you'll need to order it separately.
Real visitor reviews from Naver Blog
친구랑 종로3가 맛집 믿고스시에서 만났습니다. It's been a long time since I went out to... Jongro 3-ga restaurant is right from Exit 6 of Jongno 3-ga Station on Line 1, 3, and 5. Jongno 3-ga is...
을지로3가역에서 가까운 을지로3가역 맛집 성수라 을지로점에 다녀왔습니다. I went to Euljiro branch of Sungsura, a restaurant near Euljiro 3-ga Station. 성수라 을지로점은 건물...
2nd branch of Baekban Gihaeng Ilmi Restaurant in Nakwon-dong, Jongno 3-ga 위치는 익선동과... paste stew 다시 갈 지도 고민은 맛집만 놓칠 뿐 The only worry is missing out on good restaurants.
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