Jung-gu · Jangchung-dong / Braised pork trotters
장충동 뚱뚱이할머니집
The restaurant traces back to an eatery its founder opened in 1957, part of the original wave of cooks who turned this street into Seoul's best-known jokbal alley. Trotters are simmered in a soy-based broth until the skin turns glossy and tender, then sliced to share.
Jokbal · braised pig's trotters
Order a medium jokbal to share, plus the makguksu buckwheat noodles the shop is known for pairing with it.
Ask for the makguksu to be mixed at your table if you want to see the tableside preparation.
For allergies or dietary restrictions, ask the restaurant about ingredients and preparation before ordering.
FROM OTHER DINERS
Good food , well priced. we had pigs feet ( as they call it ) . But I think it was the whole leg. we had some Soju as well. It was enough for 2 people ( quite a big portion) it was served with cold noodles and a variety of condiments as a traditional Korean meal
There are many restaurants for Jokbal and this one is my favorite. Blue Ribbon has been awarded since year 2021. The signature menu of Jokbal is a Pork trotter which is tender, chewy and savory. There are set menu with Makguksu, buckwheat noodles and Green Onion Pancake. It is g
Excellent and clearly popular restaurant! Loved the food. I went alone and was made very welcome. Plenty of English speaking staff and a menu that included set meals for one!
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