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Gyeongbokgung Station(Line 3)·Korean Noodles
Chaebudong Janchi House
A famous restaurant for traditional kalguksu and jeon near Gyeongbokgung
  • 16 Jahamun-ro 1-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul

  • 3

    196m from Gyeongbokgung Station

  • Lunch 10,000 won range·Dinner 20,000 won range

  • Open Now ~ Closes at 22:30

Introduction

Chaebudong Janchi House is a traditional Korean restaurant located in Sejong Village Food Culture Street near Gyeongbokgung Station in Jongno-gu, Seoul. It has established itself as a popular spot where everyone can enjoy a variety of jeon and noodle dishes. In particular, their perilla seed kalguksu was selected as one of the top 5 delicious kalguksu in Seoul, earning its reputation.

Visitor Characteristics

The gender ratio of visitors is almost 50:50, and it is a comfortable Korean restaurant frequented by a wide range of age groups from their 20s to over 60s. Especially, a broad customer base including nearby office workers, hikers, and tourists visit, making the place always lively.

Main Features

Noodle dishes such as banquet noodles, handmade kalguksu, and perilla seed kalguksu are the main menu, and jeon varieties like mung bean jeon, seafood pajeon, and potato jeon are also very popular. You can also try handmade dumplings made on the spot, offering a wide selection of menu items. There are group seats for up to 50 people, so reservations are possible.

User Reviews

Many visitors highly praise the taste and value for money, and it enjoys steady popularity for both lunch and dinner. Some say it is so famous that people line up to wait, and the clean and savory taste provides a pleasant dining experience.

Nearby Transportation

It is conveniently accessible by public transportation, being close to Gyeongbokgung Station Exit 2 and Gwanghwamun Station. Its accessibility makes it a popular dining spot for tourists after visiting Gyeongbokgung.

Value for Money Points

The generous portions and great taste for the price make it an affordable option for those on a budget. You can enjoy the taste of traditional Korean food at reasonable prices, making it a satisfying choice for both locals and tourists.

Menu

  • Soybean Noodle (Kongmilmil): 8,000 KRW
  • Handmade Kalguksu: 6,000 KRW
  • Handmade Sujebi: 6,000 KRW
  • Cold Buckwheat Noodles: 5,500 KRW
  • Mung Bean Jeon: 12,000 KRW
  • Oyster Jeon: 16,000 KRW
  • Potato Jeon: 12,000 KRW
  • Seafood Pajeon: 18,000 KRW
  • Small Banquet Noodles: 4,000 KRW
  • Baby Jeon: 1,000 KRW
  • Perilla Seed Kalguksu: 7,500 KRW
  • Buckwheat Pancake: 6,000 KRW
  • Spicy Buckwheat Noodles: 6,500 KRW
  • Marinated Pork Ribs: 14,000 KRW
  • LA Galbi: 16,000 KRW
  • Rice Cake Dumpling Soup: 6,000 KRW
  • Acorn Jelly: 8,000 KRW
  • Steamed Egg: 8,000 KRW
  • Tofu Kimchi: 17,000 KRW
  • Perilla Seed Buckwheat Noodles: 8,000 KRW
  • Perilla Seed Sujebi: 7,500 KRW
  • Perilla Seed Rice Cake Soup: 7,500 KRW
  • Rolled Omelet: 8,000 KRW
  • Spicy Seafood Sujebi: 14,000 KRW
  • Banquet Buckwheat Noodles: 6,000 KRW
  • Spicy Whelk Salad: 17,000 KRW
  • Chive Jeon: 11,000 KRW
  • Kimchi Jeon: 9,000 KRW
  • Buckwheat Jeon: 8,000 KRW
  • Meat Dumplings: 5,000 KRW
  • Kimchi Dumplings: 5,000 KRW
  • Half & Half Dumplings: 5,000 KRW
  • King Meat Dumplings: 5,000 KRW
  • King Kimchi Dumplings: 5,000 KRW
  • Shrimp Dumplings: 6,000 KRW
  • Thumb King Dumplings: 6,000 KRW
  • Fresh Pork Belly: 14,000 KRW
  • Beef Short Plate: 18,000 KRW
  • Pan Buckwheat Noodles: 7,000 KRW
  • Soybean Noodles: 7,000 KRW
  • Small Spicy Noodles: 5,000 KRW

Address

16 Jahamun-ro 1-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul