Seoul / Ginseng chicken soup
토속촌삼계탕
Pair a visit to Gyeongbokgung Palace with a warming bowl of chicken soup. The traditional hanok setting makes this an inviting introduction to Korean comfort food.
Korea on a Plate · Monthly 30 · September 2026
On a food route: Seoul in 3 days, one meal at a time
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Samgyetang · ginseng chicken soup
Classic samgyetang, seafood pajeon to share, and drink the free insam-ju before you eat.
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FROM OTHER DINERS
This is our must-visit spot for samgyetang every time we're in Seoul! We travel to Seoul almost every year, and ever since our first visit 7 years ago, the quality has remained consistently excellent. The restaurant has expanded into a much larger space compared to before, so th
Commercial, and Packed with Deep Ginseng Flavor! If you want to experience a true Seoul institution that operates like a beautifully oiled machine, Tosokchon Samgyetang (토속촌 삼계탕) is a must-visit. It is incredibly big and spacious inside, yet the service is lightning-fast and und
After spending the morning exploring the beautiful palace next door, Donkey and I went to Tosokchon Samgyetang for lunch. I had heard about this place before but our cycling friends also recommended it as a must try spot in Seoul so we knew we had to visit. The restaurant is set
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