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“There's a restaurant that earns 100 million KRW in a single day just by selling 11,000-won bowls of kalguksu! That's Myeongdong Kyoja, right in the heart of Myeongdong. Since opening in 1966, it's been an iconic dining spot for over half a century. I've been coming here for almost 20 years myself.”

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“In Gangnam’s Dosan-daero, Gomtang Lab is run by Lim Jeong-sik, the chef behind the two-Michelin-star restaurant Jungsikdang. Here, the signature collagen-rich gomtang is made by simmering ox bones, beef tendon, shank and tail for over 10 hours. Only 20 bowls are served per day, making it highly sought after.”

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“In Yongsan, Neungdong Minari is famous for its gomtang topped with fresh minari (Korean water dropwort) from Cheongdo, Gyeongbuk. Minari is a vegetable known for its excellent detoxifying effects and its richness in vitamins and minerals, making it very good for your health. Even so, it's definitely worth trying at least once.”

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“Since 1989, Manjok Ohyang Jokbal has been serving pork hocks simmered with five aromatic spices, achieving the perfect balance of tender meat and chewy skin. From 2017 to 2025, it's been a Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant for nine straight years. Their heated serving plates keep the jokbal warm and their garlic sauce is a signature touch.”

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“At lunchtime, they serve Bibimbap wrapped in cloth; in the evening, they offer a seasonal vegan full-course menu. It's one of the few restaurants to receive both a Michelin Bib Gourmand and a Green Star for sustainability. located close to Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and Insadong it's an ideal stop for travelers exploring the area.”