Myeongdong Kyoja

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9 / 10
722
ratings
  • Phone

    +82 2-776-5348

  • Website

    mdkj.co.kr

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  • Type

    Dumpling Restaurant

Address

중구 명동10길 29 (본점) Myeong dong Jung gu Seoul 04537 South Korea

Reservations No
Credit Cards Yes
Outdoor Seating No
Menus Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour

Comments / 103


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dumplings lively mandu casual good for a quick meal kalguksu great value spicy food gyoza good for singles crowded wontons Bay rice brunch food lunch garlic meats attractions dinner
Michelle Evangeline

Only 4 items on the menu. 2 cold noodle , 1 soup noodle and gyoza . The soup noodle and gyoza are really good! Must try! Those abit adventurous can try the spicy cold noodle .

Dann

Chung-Cheong province style chopped noodles . The chicken broth is rich. The fresh kimchi has strong garlic flavour. You may ask for rice bowl or extra noodles for free. Payment in advance. Long queue.

Jacky Yan

Their dumpling and noodles are definitely a must try. The kimchi is one of the best I have ever had in Seoul and you can ask for refill and a bowl of rice with no charge!

Suhyun Lee

Gallic kimchi is so delicious! I love that place. But you have to know that food is kind of large size. So If you will go there with three friends, then just order two food. It’s enough!

Edd

I loathe myeongdong and all its touristy glitz but this packed noisy chaotic eatery is its saving grace. The dumplings r bomb. The kimchi is a garlic party. And the noodles are so good u want seconds

Andy Kim

Warning: My wife has been an avid fan for 30 years. MDG is the first place we visit in Seoul. HOWEVER, something has changed! Noodles , rice , broth, toppings, just not as good anymore ????????(mgmt chg?)

Hasan Uygurer

Everything is great but especially kalguksu and kimchi are the best in Seoul. It should be on everybody’s list. I visit once or twice during my stay in Seoul

Ting

Very popular with both locals and tourists ,most patrons go for the hot soup noodles in winter.There are only 4 items in the menu and all come served with fresh kimchi.Go during offpeak to avoid queue.

Katrina

If u love dumplings u need to stop here. Thin dumpling skin with lots of yummy meat inside (₩8000). There's also cold soy noodles and hot soup noodles . (₩8000 each) Always a line so try to go off hrs.

Prudence

Myeongdong Kyoja. Must try: kalguksu (handrolled noodle soup ), bibim-guksu (cold noodle with red pepper paste) and mandu (dumplings ). Place looks like a tourist trap but is actually very good.

Emily Doong

There's only four options here so you can't go wrong! I had the noodles with minced beef and a rich chicken broth , great for people who like soft noodles .

Jac Mao

They only have four items on the menu, steamed dumplings are delicious, of course dumpling noodle soup are great too. The restaurant deserve Michelin star .

Charis

Dumplings are a must-try! Portions are really large too so do order your dishes to share. Cool soybean noodles are unique, like cendol .

Kailey L.

The steamed dumplings here are so good! My Korean friend highly recommend here. Friendly staff . Crowded and long lineup during lunchtime, so come later in afternoon for lunch to avoid queue.

Ji

If you finish your noodles (though I can only just manage the one bowl), you can ask for free “refills” of broth and noodles . For extra noodles ,you ask for “sa-li” (사리) or “sa-ri.” 

Pearlyn Sin

Their noodles are like silk , every slurp comes with satisfaction and surprise. Garlic Kimchi is super delicious too! Service is faster than McDonald's!

Tiffany

Mm only 4 items on the menu but everyone gets the dumpling kalguksu ! It was really flavorful and so good. A must try.

Yannick Boucher

The menu consists of just 4 dishes, and they are all excellent! Especially the dumplings ! Efficient and delicious!

Prudence

Myeongdong Kyoja. Must try: kalguksu (handrolled noodle soup ), bibim-guksu (cold noodle with red pepper paste), mandu (dumplings ), kimchi (comes as a side dish--super garlicky!)

Dunja

Great cold noodles + they offer lunch specials . Tricky to find, no sign outside. Well kept Myeongong secret.

Julie Chen

Everyone talks about the kalguksu (칼국수) but I think the bibim guksu (비빔국수) is the real standout here. Very flavorful. Also, every dish is 8000 won and you have to pay when you order.

John Co

There’s 2 the same dumpling house that offers almost same menu. Go for this resto and order everything on the menu. ????

Aor Jitthip

Agreeing with everyone here. Delicious gyoja and noodles . Order one is enough to feed two people easily. The kimchi is super good too.

Gregory K.

Pretty good dumplings and noodles . Easy picture menu. Staff are nice and fast. Noodles were a little over cooked but they were fresh.

Andrew Chun

Steamed pork dumplings are the best value at 8000won for 10pcs i think! The ja jiang noodles were a close 2nd! Was lucky to get a seat without waiting but the crowds came in just as we finished up!

Damian Bayona

Get the noodles and share the dumplings . You pay first and then simply leave when done. Fast and delicious.

Akkaranant Treewatanawong

From 4 dished in the menu, the Dumpling is best, must-try, the service super fast, in 2-3 minutes you get your order.

Heston Surjadjaja

Pork dumpling and noodle . Won 2012 award. Best food after tired shopping! Close at 9.30 PM. Difficult for large group over 20.

David Lim

The non-spicy standard soup noodles had a very strong garlic and onion taste. Cold noodles in sesame broth very delicate flavor but acquired taste. Very large portions of noodles

Nick Abela

All four items on the menu are awesome! The kimchi definitely packs a flavour punch!

Ly Le

Noodle soups , cold noodles and dumplings . It was all good, but that was it. No wow effect, nothing spectacular. Wouldnt travel to come here to eat, but would pass by if in the area.

MrTomCologne

Very very nice local Korean Food - no tourists just locals - tasty and prices are very low

C Hsieh

Yeah. It's the real deal. Great mandoo! Wonton skin delicate, tasty and piping hot. Just the right texture.

Gene Soo

Go for dumplings , forget the noodles

Sujin Yang

Noodle is really good I love it. But it's really busy and narrow place with small tables. Warning: kimchi is super hot!!!

KeukHee Bang

This restaurant is famous in MyeongDong. There are many delicious foods such as dumpling , kalguksu and kimchi . These are awesome, so i recommend you to enjoy them.

Peter Thomson

Big bowl of fantastic noodle soup . Walked straight in and had ordered, paid and been served in about 5 minutes. Will go back to try their dumplings .

KC Lee

You must order the dumplings when you're here. It is the namesake after all ????????

Emily K.

Tourist hot spot, but the long lines move surprisingly fast and the wait is never too long. Their kimchi is RIDICULOUSLY garlicky and pungent – there's a reason they give you free gum at the end...

Appie Tiffie

The noodles are the most yummy noodle I’ve tasted. Some and smooth. Get the one with hot soup

Ha0

Love the noodle and soup , especially drink the hot soup in cold weather!!

Vincent Tan

Limited options in the menu. But Great gyoja and noodles . Highly recommended.

Evelyn A.

Such good soup on a cold day! The kimchi is a bit minty--if you like that, then you'll love it. I, on the other hand, did not. Will come back though!

Manh NguyenHuu

Good place for luchie. Traditional noodle and dumpling are yummy

Magdalena Mrázková

Favourite spot for locals where they don't have much patience with foreigners but the dumplings are worth it

Ron

kalguksu - gets busy by opening so come just before 10:30am!

Huang yin

I like noodles more than dumplings ~so good

Nick Tan

Order their kalguksu (KRW 8000) and mandu (KRW 10000), and expect them to arrive soon after. Now, that's fast food !

jansen c

Amazing dumpling , kimchi is super spicy

alex yi

Great gyoza . Just order all the dishes from the menu and enjoy!

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