Best forEarly risers
AreaMyeongdong
PriceAbout ₩20,000–40,000 per person
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Quick answer
Best for a historic Seoul breakfast or early lunch: a clear bowl of gomtang with several beef cuts, served quickly and paid for in advance.
Best for
Early risersSolo dinersTraditional Seoul food
Why this place?
01
Serving gomtang since 1939
Its longevity gives the meal genuine local context.
02
A distinctive bowl
The soup can include brisket, intestines and tripe rather than only one beef cut.
03
Efficient daytime service
Advance payment and quick service suit a planned morning, though queues are common.
What to choose
- Gomtang — the defining order
- Ask about cuts if you avoid offal
- Suyuk — better suited to sharing
Before you go
- Recheck current prices and menu before making a special trip.
- Travel times around Myeongdong can change with traffic and crowds.
- Mon–Sat 07:00–16:00; closes when sold out
Frequently asked questions
Can I eat here for breakfast?
Yes. The published opening time is 07:00.
Why can it close early?
The tourism listing says service ends when the day’s supply sells out.
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