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Samgyetang
in Korea.

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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Jangsu Samgyetang serving Samgyetang01 LOCAL TABLE
Seoul · Jongno & GwanghwamunSamgyetang

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 Samgyetang02 LOCAL TABLE
Seoul · Jongno & GwanghwamunSamgyetang

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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