A Hamheung-style noodle and beef house that has been in the same spot behind the Seocho courts for about twenty years, used mainly by local office and legal workers. Alongside the cold noodles it serves a clear galbitang of short ribs and a beef bone dumpling soup. Warm broth is brought to the table free of charge.
Menu and ordering
Galbitang with rice is the straightforward order. A common pairing is one galbitang and one mul-naengmyeon between two people, with a plate of hand-made mandu to share.
Galbitang ₩18,000; galbitang special ₩21,000; dumpling soup ₩12,000; mul-naengmyeon ₩12,000
Before you go
Weekday lunch runs busy with the nearby court and office crowd, so 13:30 onwards is calmer. It stays open through the afternoon with no break, which makes it useful for a late lunch.
46 Banpo-daero 28-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul
Seocho Station (Line 2) or Gyodae Station (Lines 2 and 3), about 5 minutes on foot from either · Daily 11:00–21:20 · Open daily
Neighborhood
Seocho · Seocho-dong
Food style
Short rib soup and cold noodles
Typical spend
₩18,000 per person
Key prices
Galbitang ₩18,000; galbitang special ₩21,000; dumpling soup ₩12,000; mul-naengmyeon ₩12,000
What a visitor needs to know before going. Google Maps listing checked 2026-10-04; prices and stations from our own records.
Rating
★3.8 from 729 Google reviews
Reviews by visitors
5 of 5 featured Google reviews are in a language other than Korean
Ordering
Show staff this: 서초면옥 — 갈비탕
Payment
Cards accepted (Google listing)
Reservations
Takes reservations (Google listing)
Getting there
Seocho Station (Line 2) or Gyodae Station (Lines 2 and 3), about 5 minutes on foot from either · Daily 11:00–21:20
Budget
about ₩18,000 per person
For allergies or dietary restrictions, ask the restaurant about ingredients and preparation before ordering.
FROM OTHER DINERS
What do diners say on Google?
3.8★★★★☆729 Google reviewsas of 2026-10-28
Sushi B.★★★7 years ago
Known as the best naengmyun (cold noodle house) in the area. Slightly sweeter taste than most hamheung style cold noodles. The broth is absolutely fantastic. However the restaurant is loud and crowded during lunch times. And not very sanitary. Mandoo was okay but I prefer the lig
Stephen Lim★★★★★7 years ago
Made a habit out of eating here straight out of the airport. Comforting meat that melts off the bones. Balance out with soup and rice. Finish up with some refreshing cold noodles.
Kevin Baik★★★★2 years ago
nengmyun is better than the galbi jjim. also, ask for yook soo on the side (beef broth)
Reviews from Google. Shown in part; read the full reviews on Google.
Questions people ask about Seocho Myeonok Main Branch
What should I order at Seocho Myeonok Main Branch?
Galbitang with rice is the straightforward order. A common pairing is one galbitang and one mul-naengmyeon between two people, with a plate of hand-made mandu to share.
How much does a meal at Seocho Myeonok Main Branch cost?
Expect about ₩18,000 per person. Galbitang ₩18,000; galbitang special ₩21,000; dumpling soup ₩12,000; mul-naengmyeon ₩12,000.
When is Seocho Myeonok Main Branch open?
Daily 11:00–21:20. Open daily.
Where is Seocho Myeonok Main Branch and how do I get there?
Seocho Myeonok Main Branch is at 46 Banpo-daero 28-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul in Seoul. In Korean the address is 서울특별시 서초구 반포대로28길 46. The nearest station is Seocho Station (Line 2) or Gyodae Station (Lines 2 and 3), about 5 minutes on foot from either.
Who is Seocho Myeonok Main Branch good for?
Seocho Myeonok Main Branch suits First time in Korea, Groups & sharing, Not spicy.
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