Myeongdong / Beef soup
하동관 본점
Take a break from Myeongdong with a bowl of beef soup. Hadongkwan serves several beef cuts together for a rich, satisfying meal.
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Gomtang · beef soup with rice
The '특' (special) for extra brisket and tripe; pour a little kkakdugi brine into the broth like regulars do.
Ask about the cuts of beef if you prefer to avoid offal. The restaurant may close when its daily supply sells out.
For allergies or dietary restrictions, ask the restaurant about ingredients and preparation before ordering.
FROM OTHER DINERS
Hadongkwan is a very simple, old-school spot in Myeongdong with a focused menu, which I appreciated. I went in expecting a lot because of the Michelin reputation and my love of seollongtang, but it was more modest than I hoped. Still, if you enjoy a straightforward bowl and don’t
I dropped by Hadongkwan right after landing at Incheon Airport and no queue at all (open just at 7am) Only three or four tables of tourists filled the ground floor, plus an upstairs seating area with extra space, making it a relaxing stop for an early breakfast. This Michelin Bi
I came to Hadongkwan with high expectations because of the hype, but I found it to be just a normal gomtang place. The broth wasn't deep and felt a bit thin, though the taste was okay overall. Compared to other spots, it is definitely pricey for what you get. While the history is
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