Wonjo Hosu Samgyetang (원조호수삼계탕)
Korean food Seoul Yeongdeungpo-gu
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Seoul Saneun Namja’s reviewHighly recommended
“The perilla broth is thick and rich, and the chicken is tender”
- Deulgae Samgyetang (ginseng chicken soup with perilla seed)BestThick, nutty broth with tender young chicken
- Solo dining OK
- Atmosphere
- Old-school long-running restaurant feel, several locations including a main and an annex building
- Good for
- Solo dining, stamina-boosting meal
- Tips
- Dip cucumber in gochujang and alternate with the soup
Seoul Saneun Namja’s reviewRecommended
“The perilla seed samgyetang broth is rich and the chicken is tender”
- Deulkkae Samgyetang (perilla seed ginseng chicken soup)BestNutty, rich and creamy broth, tender young chicken
- Cucumber and gochujang (red chili paste)Resets your palate from the mild broth
- Good for
- With a friend or partner who needs a health boost
- Tips
- Dip the cucumber deep into the gochujang and your mouth feels refreshed
- Finish with the glutinous rice, ginseng, jujube and chestnut inside the chicken
Haigaengseu’s reviewHighly recommended
“The combo of deulkkae samgyetang with cucumber and gochujang is unmatched”
- Deulkkae Samgyetang (ginseng chicken soup with perilla seed)BestNutty and clean; the chicken is on the small side
- Cucumber & Gochujang (chili paste)The sweet gochujang is excellent
- Atmosphere
- Large main building and annex, table seating
- Would return
- Revisiting after 5 years
- Tips
- Only one menu item: deulkkae samgyetang
- Refill at the cucumber self-serve bar
