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Myeongdong Kalguksu Seonyu Branch

Myeongdong Kalguksu Seonyu Branch

명동칼국수 선유점

Noodles

About

Cozy local eatery by Seonyudo Station known for comforting bone broth kalguksu, value lunch sets, and beef shabu-shabu with noodles.

Tucked along the roadside just minutes from Seonyudo Station, Myeongdong Kalguksu Seonyu Branch is a bustling daytime fixture for Yeongdeungpo office workers. The dining space is compact, with tables arranged in close quarters that fill rapidly once the lunch rush begins. The hum of conversation and bubbling hot pots creates an unpretentious neighborhood rhythm where speed and value take precedence. The restaurant anchors its menu on a rich, comforting beef-bone (sagol) broth kalguksu. Served with springy, chewy noodles, the bowl arrives unseasoned so patrons can adjust the saltiness to their liking. Requesting the house chili seasoning (gochu dadaegi) adds a sharp, spicy kick to cut through the richness. Every bowl is paired with freshly made geotjeori—a punchy garlic kimchi that diners ladle onto their plates from tabletop crocks. For solo eaters and neighborhood workers, the lunch sets offer remarkable range. The standout bossam jeongsik pairs tender steamed pork, wrapping greens, and rice with a miniature bowl of the signature noodle soup. A jeyuk jeongsik similarly combines spicy stir-fried pork with rice and a mini kalguksu for a balanced midday spread. Groups often gather around the tables for sirloin shabu-shabu, requiring at least two diners. A clean, mild broth simmers with fresh leafy vegetables and thinly sliced beef, served alongside dipping sauces like soy-wasabi and sweet chili. Pacing is key: letting staff know five minutes before finishing the meat brings out thick kalguksu noodles, followed by rice folded into the concentrated broth to make a thick porridge (juk). While peak-hour orders can take time to emerge from the kitchen, the steady portioning and grounded flavors keep this modest dining room packed day after day.

Menu

  • Myeongdong Kalguksu명동칼국수₩8,000
  • Bossam Set보쌈정식₩11,000
  • Beef Sirloin Shabu-Shabu등심샤브샤브₩15,000
  • Spicy Pork Set제육정식₩10,000
  • 명동보쌈₩35,000
  • 직화우육칼국수₩9,000
  • 직화우육얼큰칼국수₩9,000
  • 명동왕만두(6알)₩9,000
  • Tteok Manduguk떡만두국₩9,000
  • Dumpling Soup만두국₩9,000

Local tips

  • Order the bossam lunch set for a generous mix of boiled pork, rice, and mini kalguksu.
  • Ask for chopped pepper paste (gochu dadaegi) to add a spicy kick to your noodle broth.
  • Shabu-shabu noodle and porridge prep takes time—notify staff about 5 minutes before finishing your meat and veggies.

Details

Nearest station
Seonyudo Station
Phone
02-2632-5850

Opening hours

Sunday
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Monday
11:00–21:00
Tuesday
11:00–21:00
Wednesday
11:00–21:00
Thursday
11:00–21:00
Friday
11:00–21:00
Saturday
11:00–21:00

Daily 11:00-21:00; Weekday break time 15:00-17:00

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