Introduction

Choi Daegamne is a large Korean restaurant located at the end of Insadong 8-gil alley, featuring a traditional hanok interior. You can enjoy clean and healthy Korean cuisine in a space that highlights a hanok interior over 100 years old. Especially, the Lettuce Shabu Set Menu and Braised Beef Short Rib Set Menu are signature dishes loved by many.

Key Features

The Lettuce Shabu Set Menu, which pairs beef shabu-shabu and rice balls on fresh lettuce, is a popular dish, offering an excellent harmony of fresh, abundant vegetables and meat. The Bulgogi Set Menu and Braised Beef Short Rib Set Menu come with homemade lotus leaf rice and savory soybean paste stew, providing a leisurely meal. It is a place where you can enjoy both traditional flavors and healthiness.

Visitor Profile

The gender ratio is almost equal, with a slightly higher proportion of visitors in their 50s and 60s, but people of all ages visit. Most visitors are families or middle-aged and older adults, and foreign tourists also visit to experience Insadong's traditional food culture.

User Reviews

There are many positive reviews about the cleanliness and healthiness of Korean food enjoyed in a hanok atmosphere. Many visitors are satisfied with the fresh ingredients, light side dishes, and neat table setting, and especially the Lettuce Shabu-shabu and Bulgogi Set Menu are gaining word-of-mouth popularity. However, some reviews express disappointment about the portion size compared to the price, with hopes for improvement.

Nearby Transportation

The nearest subway station is Anguk Station on Line 3, which is easily accessible on foot, making it convenient for public transportation. Located in the center of Insadong, it is a great place to visit along with various cultural streets nearby.

Value for Money Points

Although it is a premium Korean set menu that combines tradition and freshness, the lunch special menu is available at a more reasonable price, allowing you to experience a value-for-money Korean course meal. The well-composed set, including lotus leaf rice and soybean paste stew, increases satisfaction.

Menu

• Lettuce Shabu Set Menu: KRW 22,000
• Spicy Pork Set Menu (Lunch Special): KRW 17,000
• Abalone King Short Rib Soup (Lunch Special): KRW 19,000
• Braised Beef Short Rib Set Menu: KRW 28,000
• Bulgogi Set Menu: KRW 22,000
• Pork Belly (200g): KRW 21,000
• Pork Neck (200g): KRW 21,000
• Pork Ribs (250g): KRW 21,000
• Seafood Nurungji Soup: KRW 20,000
• Lotus Leaf Rice: KRW 5,000
• Soybean Paste Stew: KRW 5,000
• Flying Fish Roe Steamed Egg: KRW 7,000