Introduction

Jjangmoya - Gangnam Underground Shopping Mall is a Korean restaurant near the Express Bus Terminal, famous for its noodles and dumplings. Featured on the TV show "Master of Living," it attracts many visitors, and its signature dishes are chewy noodles made with house-made dough and juicy handmade dumplings.

The noodle dishes, made with high-quality ingredients and rich anchovy broth, satisfy not only long-time regulars but also first-time visitors.

Visitor Characteristics

Mainly frequented by nearby office workers and young people using the subway, it is so popular that long lines form during lunchtime. Thanks to the TV exposure, there is a steady stream of visitors even on weekends and evenings.

Most customers are busy and have short meal times, resulting in a high turnover rate, but some users mention slight inconvenience due to seat arrangements with waiting customers during meals.

Key Features

The main menu items are Moya Noodles (banquet noodles), chewy spicy noodles, and handmade dumplings. The noodles are praised for their chewy texture that doesn't get soggy over time. The dumplings are juicy with chewy skins, making them a highly recommended menu item.

With a pre-order and pre-payment system, in-store waiting time is minimized, but the small store size can lead to congestion, making efficient seat management important.

Nearby Transportation

It is easily accessible from Express Bus Terminal Station (Lines 3, 7, 9), Sinbanpo Station, and Banpo Station. Located inside the underground shopping mall, it is convenient for subway users and offers excellent accessibility from central Seoul.

Due to the area's high public transportation usage, there are relatively few visitors by car, and parking information is not clearly provided.

User Reviews

Many visitors are satisfied with the rich anchovy broth and chewy noodles, and the dumplings are also highly rated for their juicy filling. However, some users express disappointment with staff friendliness and seat issues during waiting.

Overall, the rich flavors and carefully crafted menu lead to a high intention to revisit, and many say they are satisfied even with long wait times.

Value for Money Points

Although the prices are slightly higher than typical food court levels, the quality is maintained with house-made noodles and handmade dumplings, providing sufficient value. The small-sized dumplings are also available for takeout, making them easy to enjoy.