Lee Gyeongmun Sundae Gopchang
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ABOUT
Lee Gyeongmun Sundae Gopchang is a traditional Korean restaurant tucked into an alley near Jongno 3-ga Station and the Ikseon-dong area. It is known for hearty sundae gopchang hot pot, combining Korean blood sausage, gopchang (intestines), and vegetables in a rich broth. The restaurant has a longstanding, old-school neighborhood character rather than a modern or polished dining style. The signature dish is sundae gopchang hot pot, available in small, medium, and large sizes. The broth is commonly described by visitors as savory, rich, and nutty, with perilla seed powder contributing to its flavor. The pot contains generous portions of gopchang and sundae, and diners can enjoy it with rice or finish the meal by making fried rice using the remaining broth. The restaurant is a casual, compact place where the focus is on hearty food and shared dining. Its simple interior and lively atmosphere are part of the traditional Jongno alley-restaurant experience. It is particularly suited to friends, coworkers, and groups who want to enjoy a warming Korean hot pot with drinks, rather than a quiet or spacious dining environment.
WHAT LOCALS SAY
The sundae gopchang hot pot is the dish most frequently highlighted in visitor reviews. Guests often describe the portion as generous, with plenty of gopchang and sundae in the pot. The broth is commonly praised for its rich, savory flavor and the nutty aroma of perilla, while some visitors find it mildly spicy as it cooks. The gopchang is often described as tender and pleasantly chewy, with visitors noting that it does not have an overpowering smell in the finished dish. The sundae is a familiar Korean-style blood sausage, and the combination of intestines, sausage, and broth makes the hot pot filling enough to share. Fried rice made with the remaining broth is also a popular way to finish the meal. The restaurant's old-school atmosphere and crowded seating are frequently mentioned together. Visitors appreciate the generous food and casual neighborhood character, but the small dining area can feel tight when full. Waiting is common during busy lunch and dinner periods, and the lively environment may be less suitable for guests seeking a quiet meal. Overall, reviews emphasize hearty portions and flavor, while noting that comfort and service pace can vary during peak times.
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11AM–10:30PM
NO BREAK TIME
CLOSED SUNDAYS
₩17,000–₩22,000 / serving
The restaurant is located at 5 Donhwamun-ro 11na-gil in Jongno-gu, in a small alley near Jongno 3-ga Station. It is approximately a short walk from Exit 6 of Jongno 3-ga Station and is within the broader Ikseon-dong dining area. The alley location can be easy to miss, so using the Korean restaurant name in a map app is recommended. The restaurant is generally listed as open from 11;00 AM to 10:30 PM, with Sunday reported as a regular closing day. Some sources show slightly different closing times, so check the latest information before visiting. The restaurant is known to become busy during lunch and dinner, and walk-in waiting may be necessary. Online reservation platforms are not confirmed; visitors should check directly with the restaurant if they plan to visit with a large group. Parking is not available at the restaurant according to visitor and local listing information. The surrounding alley is narrow and the Jongno 3-ga area can be congested, so public transportation is the more practical option. The restaurant is a casual local dining spot, and visitors should expect close table spacing and a lively atmosphere when busy.
서울 종로구 돈화문로11나길 5 1층5, Donhwamun-ro 11na-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-765-1532
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