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- 5
118m from Jongno 3(sam)-ga Station
Lunch 30,000 won range·Dinner 50,000 won or more
Open Now ~ Closes at 22:00
- Group Seating Available
- High Chair Available
- Take-Out Available
- Free Wi-Fi
- Separate Restrooms (Men & Women)
Introduction
Jongno Jin Nakji - Main Store is a live octopus specialty restaurant boasting 30 years of tradition, where you can truly experience the craftsmanship of a master chef. Using fresh live octopus, it offers a healthy and clean taste, and is so popular that it sometimes closes early due to high demand.
The restaurant provides comfortable dining spaces on both the 1st and 2nd floors, and is family-friendly with group seating and baby chairs available.
Key Features
The rich menu includes a variety of dishes such as stir-fried live octopus on an iron plate, live octopus hot pot, octopus pancake, and cheese fried rice, allowing for a diverse culinary experience. The dishes that highlight the freshness of live octopus are especially impressive.
Takeout service and wireless internet add convenience, and separate restrooms for men and women ensure thorough hygiene management. It is recognized as a restaurant that satisfies both health and taste.
Visitor Profile
The ratio of male to female visitors is almost 50:50, with a wide range of age groups visiting. While people in their 20s to 60s visit evenly, the proportion of customers in their 40s to 60s is particularly high.
As people of various ages enjoy the food, you can experience healthy and special octopus dishes without burden. It is a suitable place for company dinners, family gatherings, and social meetings.
User Reviews
Most visitors express satisfaction with the fresh live octopus and the clean cooking methods. The spiciness can be adjusted to suit your taste, and the friendly service is also highly praised.
There are many reviews highlighting the excellent combination of iron plate dishes and fried rice, and many regulars express their intention to revisit. The healthy taste and pleasant environment are factors that keep customers coming back.
Nearby Transportation
It is close to Jongno 3-ga Station, providing excellent public transportation access via lines 1, 3, and 5. Located in the city center, it is a great spot to visit after work or shopping.
Thanks to its convenient location, it attracts a steady stream of visitors on both weekends and weekdays, making it ideal for those using public transportation.
Value for Money Points
Despite using premium live octopus as the main ingredient, the prices are reasonable, resulting in high satisfaction for the quality. With a variety of sides and additional menu options, it is suitable for customers who value cost-effectiveness.
It is a recommended restaurant for those who want to recharge their energy in a healthy way and enjoy a delicious and hearty meal on a special day.
Menu
- Stir-fried Live Octopus on Iron Plate: 22,000 KRW
- Stir-fried Live Octopus: 23,000 KRW
- Manila Clam Soup: 19,000 KRW
- Live Octopus Sashimi
- Live Octopus Short Rib Soup: 24,000 KRW
- Live Octopus & Beef Short Rib Hot Pot (Medium): 65,000 KRW
- Live Octopus & Beef Short Rib Hot Pot (Large): 85,000 KRW
- Tangtangi (Chopped Live Octopus)
- Live Octopus Hot Pot / Pumpkin Sprout Yeonpotang (Small): 42,000 KRW
- Live Octopus Hot Pot / Pumpkin Sprout Yeonpotang (Medium): 62,000 KRW
- Live Octopus Hot Pot / Pumpkin Sprout Yeonpotang (Large): 82,000 KRW
- Spicy Live Octopus Salad: 45,000 KRW
- Blanched Live Octopus: 40,000 KRW
- Stir-fried Frozen Octopus: 14,000 KRW
- Octopus Pancake: 19,000 KRW
- King Dumplings (5 pcs): 7,000 KRW
- Steamed Egg: 4,000 KRW
- Extra Live Octopus (1 piece): 15,000 KRW
- Extra Vegetables for Iron Plate/Hot Pot/Yeonpotang: 6,000 KRW
- Extra Porridge (for Hot Pot or Yeonpotang): 4,000 KRW
- Mozzarella Cheese Fried Rice: 6,000 KRW
- Extra Somen, Kalguksu, or Wide Glass Noodles: 3,000 KRW
- Extra Ramen or Rice Cake: 2,000 KRW