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Gyeongseong Memil (경성모밀)

Japanese Seoul Dongjak-gu

서울특별시 동작구 동작대로29가길 6

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Seoul Saneun NamjaSeoul Saneun Namja’s reviewRecommended

“The cold soba and Western-style tonkatsu set is great value with solid fundamentals”

  • Pan-memil (cold soba on a tray)BestDistinct bonito aroma, chewy noodles
  • Tonkatsu (pork cutlet)Western-diner style, with a satisfying meaty bite

Liked

  • Broth with a distinct bonito aroma
  • Springy, chewy noodles
  • Homemade tonkatsu from domestic fresh pork loin

Downsides

  • The broth is a bit salty
  • The sauce is poured on top, so it's less crispy
Price
Cold soba + tonkatsu ₩12,000
Wait
People line up before opening, even on rainy weekdays
Atmosphere
A neighborhood regulars' spot inside the market
Good for
A no-fail, good-value meal
Value
Great value considering today's prices
Tips
  • Order the cold soba and tonkatsu set
  • Add grated radish, scallions, and wasabi

Seoul Saneun NamjaSeoul Saneun Namja’s reviewRecommended

“The Pan Memil broth is deep and rich, and it's good value”

  • Pan Memil (cold buckwheat noodles on a tray)BestClear bonito aroma, springy and chewy noodles
  • Tonkatsu (Korean-style pork cutlet)Gyeongyangsik (Western-style diner) cutlet with a fruity sauce

Liked

  • Good value
  • Fun to browse the market
  • The tonkatsu sauce goes well with the broth

Downsides

  • Seasoning is a bit strong
  • The shop is small
Wait
Many people waiting even at opening on a rainy weekday
Reservations
Wait in line, then you order and get seated
Hours
Opens 11:30
Atmosphere
A small shop
Good for
A no-fail meal
Value
Definitely good value given today's prices
Tips
  • Recommended to line up from around 11:00
  • Add wasabi, radish, and scallions to taste

Seoul Saneun NamjaSeoul Saneun Namja’s reviewRecommended

“The pan-memil broth, rich with bonito aroma, is deep and clean”

  • Pan-memil (cold buckwheat noodles on a tray)BestDeep broth and springy noodles
  • Tonkatsu (breaded pork cutlet)Western-diner style, with a meaty bite

Liked

  • Good value
  • Homemade fruity sauce
  • Fun to browse the market

Downsides

  • The broth is a bit salty
  • The sauce is poured over the cutlet, so it's less crispy
Wait
Long waits even on rainy weekdays
Hours
Opens at 11:30
Atmosphere
A small shop run by a married couple
Good for
A no-fail meal
Value
Good value considering today's prices
Tips
  • Recommended to line up from around 11:00
  • The owner takes orders while you wait
  • Adjust the wasabi and scallions to taste

HaigaengseuHaigaengseu’s reviewRecommended

“The cheese cutlet and cold soba are hearty, and the sauce is special”

  • Donkkaseu & naeng-memil set (pork cutlet and cold soba)BestBig portion; the sauce is like a meat sauce

Liked

  • Very large portions
  • Thick-cut meat
  • Distinctive cutlet sauce
Wait
Quite a long wait
Atmosphere
Small interior with few tables
Good for
A market meal
Value
Generous portions for the price
Tips
  • Side dishes are self-serve

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