Myeongdong Dumpling Restaurant (명동교자) is a well-known long-established restaurant located in Myeongdong, Seoul. Founded in 1966, it initially operated as "Jangsuchang," later changing its name to "Myeongdong Knife-Cut Noodles," and finally settling on its current name, "Myeongdong Dumplings." It is a famous Korean chain brand specializing in knife-cut noodles and dumplings.
Must-Try Signature Dishes (Special Menu)
Knife-Cut Noodles (칼국수, Kalguksu)
This is the representative staple food of Myeongdong Dumplings.
The broth is made with chicken and beef bone stock, resulting in a rich and flavorful taste. The noodles are smooth and tender.
The noodles are topped with minced meat, small dumplings, and stir-fried onions, offering a satisfying texture.
Characteristics: The broth is rich and flavorful, a classic representative of Korean knife-cut noodles.
Dumplings (교자, Gyoza/Mandu)
The dumpling wrappers here are incredibly thin, so thin you can almost see the filling inside.
The filling is made with high-quality pork, chives, vegetables, and sesame oil, resulting in a delicious and juicy flavor.
The dumplings are steamed and usually served with knife-cut noodles.
Spicy Kimchi (매운 김치)
The kimchi at Myeongdong Dumplings is its soulmate, a unique specialty of the restaurant.
This kimchi is in the form of spicy cabbage (겉절이), made with a generous amount of chili powder and minced garlic, resulting in an extremely spicy and intense flavor.
Its spicy and stimulating taste forms a perfect balance with the rich knife-cut noodle broth, making it irresistible.
Restaurant Features
Long History: With over half a century of history, it is beloved by locals and tourists from all over the world.
Service: Some main dishes (such as knife-cut noodles) previously offered free refills of noodles and rice (subject to the store's policy at the time).
Location: The main store is located in Myeongdong, a shopping center in Seoul, and is very easy to find.
If you're visiting Myeongdong and want to enjoy a flavorful and distinctive Korean knife-cut noodle dish and dumplings, Myeongdong Dumpling Restaurant is an excellent choice.
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