Yeolchajip
열차집
Bindaetteok and makgeolli in Jongno's Pimatgol, the old-fashioned way.
- Walk-in only
- Jonggak Station (Line 1)
Why we picked it
A drinking house that began in the alleys behind Jongno, where commoners once ducked away from passing horses. Thick, crisp pancakes with a famous oyster-sauce dip and cold makgeolli — classic Seoul after-work food.
What to order
Original bindaetteok (2 pieces) Signature
원조 빈대떡
₩19,000
Mixed bindaetteok (3 pieces)
모둠 빈대떡
₩24,000
Original, kimchi and pork.
Oyster pancake
굴전
₩22,000
Our recommended order
For two: the mixed bindaetteok and a kettle of makgeolli.
How to enjoy it
Dip in the salted oyster sauce (굴젓), the house speciality.
Before you visit
- Location
- 47 Jong-ro 7-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul서울 종로구 종로7길 47 1층
- Nearest station
- Jonggak Station (Line 1), Exit 2
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 11:00–23:00 (last order 22:00); Sat 14:00–22:30 (last order 21:30); Sun 14:00–21:00 (last order 20:00)
- Eating solo
- Better with 2+ people
- Waiting
- Busy after 18:30 on weekdays.
- Reservation
- Walk-in only.
- Phone
- 0507-1440-2849
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