Guldari Sikdang

Kimchi jjigae

Guldari Sikdang

굴다리식당

Gongdeok's legendary kimchi stew with thick slabs of pork.

  • Solo-friendly
  • Walk-in only
  • Gongdeok Station (Line 5/6

Why we picked it

Named after the railway underpass it once stood by, this Gongdeok institution serves a famously rich kimchi stew loaded with fatty pork. Open from 8 a.m., a short ride from Hongdae or Seoul Station.

What is Kimchi jjigae? How to eat it

What to order

  • Kimchi stew Signature

    김치찌개

    ₩10,000

    Per person, with big pieces of pork.

  • Spicy stir-fried pork

    제육볶음

    ₩12,000

  • Rolled omelette

    계란말이

    ₩10,000

Our recommended order

For two: two kimchi stews and a spicy stir-fried pork.

How to enjoy it

Cut the pork with the scissors on the table and eat it with the stew over rice.

Before you visit

Location
8-1 Saechang-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul서울 마포구 새창로 8-1
Nearest station
Gongdeok Station (Line 5/6, Airport Railroad), Exit 9
Hours
09:30–21:30
Eating solo
Welcome
Waiting
Lunch queue on weekdays.
Reservation
Walk-in only.

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