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Dakhanmari / Samgyetang
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Dakhanmari / Samgyetang is part of Korea’s varied everyday food culture. Use this guide to understand the dish and find current Eat in Korea restaurant listings that serve it.

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Tosokchon Samgyetang serving Dakhanmari / Samgyetang01 LOCAL TABLE
Seoul · Jongno & GwanghwamunDakhanmari / Samgyetang

Tosokchon Samgyetang

Tosokchon Samgyetang is one of Seoul’s best-known restaurants specializing in samgyetang, a traditional Korean ginseng chicken soup. Located near Gyeongbokgung Palace, the restaurant occupies a group of traditional-style hanok buildings, offering visitors a chance to enjoy a classic Korean meal in a distinctive setting. The soup is prepared with a whole young chicken, glutinous rice, ginseng, jujube, and a variety of nuts and seeds. Operating since 1983, Tosokchon has become a familiar stop for both Korean diners and international visitors exploring the palace district. Its main attraction is the hearty chicken soup and traditional Korean food experience rather than fine dining. Because of its popularity, queues can form around lunchtime, particularly during summer when samgyetang is traditionally eaten to help people cope with the heat.

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Jangsu Samgyetang serving Dakhanmari / Samgyetang02 LOCAL TABLE
Seoul · Jongno & GwanghwamunDakhanmari / Samgyetang

Jangsu Samgyetang

Jangsu Samgyetang is a traditional Korean restaurant in the basement of the Seoktan Hoegwan Building in Susong-dong, Jongno. It specializes in samgyetang, a nourishing chicken soup made by simmering a whole young chicken with glutinous rice, ginseng, and other aromatic ingredients. The restaurant also offers half-chicken portions and variations featuring ingredients such as oyster, medicinal herbs, or antler. Located in the office district around Jonggak and Gwanghwamun, it is a practical choice for visitors looking for a traditional Korean lunch away from the more tourist-oriented restaurants around major palaces. Its range of soup options makes it possible to choose between a smaller meal and a full serving of chicken soup.

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Jangsu Samgyetang Nakwon Branch serving Dakhanmari / Samgyetang03 LOCAL TABLE
Seoul · Jongno & GwanghwamunDakhanmari / Samgyetang

Jangsu Samgyetang Nakwon Branch

Jangsu Samgyetang’s Nakwon branch is a Korean soup restaurant in the lively Jongno area of central Seoul. Its specialty is samgyetang, a traditional dish made by simmering a young whole chicken with glutinous rice, ginseng, and other ingredients. The menu also includes half-portion chicken soup and herbal variations, giving diners options depending on their appetite and preferred flavor. Located on the second floor of Nakwon Building, the restaurant is convenient for visitors exploring Jongno 3-ga, Ikseon-dong, and nearby traditional shopping streets. It offers a straightforward way to experience a classic Korean nourishing soup in a neighborhood frequented by local diners.

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Baekbujangjip Dakhanmari Main Branch serving Dakhanmari / Samgyetang04 LOCAL TABLE
Seoul · Jongno & GwanghwamunDakhanmari / Samgyetang

Baekbujangjip Dakhanmari Main Branch

Baekbujangjip Dakhanmari Main Branch is a Korean chicken restaurant in Gongpyeong-dong, Jongno, near Jonggak Station. It specializes in dakhanmari, a traditional dish featuring a whole chicken simmered in broth with vegetables and rice cakes. The restaurant also serves dakbokkeumtang, a spicy braised chicken dish. Its menu offers a choice between a mild chicken soup meal and a more strongly seasoned chicken dish, making it suitable for different dining preferences. Located in central Seoul's office district, the restaurant is a familiar Korean dining option for workers and visitors exploring Jongno.

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Songane Dakhanmari serving Dakhanmari / Samgyetang05 LOCAL TABLE
Seoul · Jongno & GwanghwamunDakhanmari / Samgyetang

Songane Dakhanmari

Songane Dakhanmari specializes in dakhanmari, a traditional Korean dish in which a whole chicken is simmered in broth at the table. The restaurant is located in the Sinseol-dong area of Jongno, Seoul. The broth is known for its generous garlic flavor. Diners can enjoy the chicken with a dipping sauce and finish the meal with noodles or porridge added to the remaining broth.

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Jongno Gyerim Dakdoritang Original Main Branch serving Dakhanmari / Samgyetang06 LOCAL TABLE
Seoul · Jongno & GwanghwamunDakhanmari / Samgyetang

Jongno Gyerim Dakdoritang Original Main Branch

The restaurant is known for its traditional Korean dakdoritang, a spicy braised chicken dish served in a bubbling pot. Its signature style emphasizes garlic, chili, and a hearty broth rather than elaborate presentation. Located in the Jongno 3-ga area, the original branch has a casual, old-fashioned dining atmosphere. It is a familiar stop for people looking for a traditional Korean chicken stew in central Seoul.

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Jongno Gyerim Dakdoritang Wangsimni Branch serving Dakhanmari / Samgyetang07 LOCAL TABLE
Seoul · Other AreasDakhanmari / Samgyetang

Jongno Gyerim Dakdoritang Wangsimni Branch

Jongno Gyerim Dakdoritang is a Korean restaurant brand known for its signature garlic-rich dakdoritang, a spicy braised chicken stew cooked in a flavorful broth. The brand originated in Jongno, Seoul, and has become known for its distinctive approach to this much-loved Korean comfort food. Rather than serving a dry, heavily reduced sauce, the dish features a generous amount of garlic and a spicy broth that allows the chicken and vegetables to simmer together, creating a hearty and satisfying meal. The restaurant is a good option for visitors who want to experience a traditional Korean chicken dish with bold flavors. Dakdoritang is commonly shared around the table, making it suitable for meals with family, friends, or colleagues. Diners can enjoy the stew on its own or add ramen noodles to the broth for an extra filling finish. The Wangsimni branch has recently moved to a new location on Majang-ro in Seongdong-gu. As the relocation is very recent, some online information may still reflect the restaurant's previous location.

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Jongno Gyerim Dakdoritang Chungmuro Branch serving Dakhanmari / Samgyetang08 LOCAL TABLE
Seoul · Other AreasDakhanmari / Samgyetang

Jongno Gyerim Dakdoritang Chungmuro Branch

Jongno Gyerim Dakdoritang Chungmuro Direct Branch specializes in dakdoritang, a popular Korean dish in which chicken is simmered with vegetables in a spicy, seasoned broth. Its defining feature is the generous amount of minced garlic added to the stew, giving the broth a pronounced garlic aroma and a robust, savory flavor. The restaurant follows the style associated with Gyerim Sikdang, which began in Jongno in 1965. Rather than being served as individual portions, dakdoritang is typically cooked and shared at the table, making it a natural choice for a meal with friends, family, or coworkers. The menu also offers add-ons such as noodles and rice cakes, allowing diners to customize the meal as the broth develops in flavor. Located in the Chungmuro area of central Seoul, the restaurant can be a convenient stop for visitors exploring nearby Myeongdong and other parts of the city's downtown. It is particularly suitable for travelers who want to try a hearty Korean chicken dish with a spicy broth rather than a dry stir-fried preparation.

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Dakhanmari / Samgyetang.

15 · HOW TO EATHow to Eat DakhanmariStart with rice cakes, tender chicken, and the rich broth.

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