Introduction

Nambuk Tongil is a long-standing restaurant in Mapo-gu, Seoul, specializing in Pyongyang-style dumplings. You can enjoy large dumplings with thin wrappers generously filled with glass noodles, tofu, chives, and kimchi. Their kalmandu-guk, a soup with knife-cut noodles and dumplings simmered in beef broth, is especially popular. The mandu jeongol (dumpling hot pot) is also a favorite, with the spicy kick of kimchi and chives captivating many diners.

The spacious restaurant creates a comfortable atmosphere for all ages, from people in their 20s and 30s to seniors, and boasts a deep flavor that reflects its long history.

Parking Information

This place offers convenient parking, so visitors arriving by car can use it without worry. Thanks to the ample parking space, it is easily accessible even though it is located in the heart of Seoul.

Checking parking information in advance will make your visit even more pleasant, and using a car adds to the convenience.

Visitor Characteristics

The gender ratio of visitors to Nambuk Tongil is almost evenly split at 50:50, with the majority being people in their 20s and 30s, but there is also a good distribution of middle-aged and older customers in their 40s and above. Especially, people from various generations who value both taste and atmosphere keep coming back.

Families and office workers mainly visit during lunch and dinner hours to enjoy satisfying hot soup dishes.

User Reviews

Many visitors praise the harmony of the knife-cut noodles and dumplings, as well as the savory and rich beef bone broth. There are many reviews highlighting the texture of the dumpling wrappers and the mild filling, which blend perfectly with the broth for a unique taste.

Bindaetteok (mung bean pancakes) and buchimgae (Korean pancakes) are also popular specialties, and the restaurant receives high marks for taste and service with a high rate of repeat visits.

Key Features

They offer a variety of dumpling dishes, including Pyongyang-style dumplings, at reasonable prices. Warm soup dishes such as mandu jeongol and kalmandu-guk are the main menu items. The dishes are garnished with shredded green onions and seasoned beef for a neat presentation.

The spacious restaurant, friendly service, and long-standing tradition increase customer satisfaction, and the high number of repeat customers builds trust.

Nearby Transportation

It is conveniently located near Hapjeong, Hongdae Entrance, and Mangwon Stations, close to subway lines 2 and 6, the Airport Railroad, and the Gyeongui-Jungang Line, making it highly accessible. It is in a convenient location for those using public transportation.

Menu

• Bossam: KRW 35,000
• Tteok Mandu Guk (Rice Cake & Dumpling Soup): KRW 11,000
• Steamed Dumplings: KRW 11,000
• Chicken Gomtang (Chicken Soup): KRW 11,000
• Beef Bone Kalguksu (Knife-cut Noodle Soup): KRW 11,000
• Mung Bean Bindaetteok: KRW 11,000
• Kalmandu-guk (Knife-cut Noodle & Dumpling Soup): KRW 11,000
• Chicken Kalguksu: KRW 11,000
• Mandu Jeongol (Large): KRW 52,000
• Mandu Jeongol (Medium): KRW 39,000
• Mandu Jeongol (Small): KRW 26,000
• Extra Noodles/Fried Rice: KRW 3,000