Samdeok Tongdak Sinnonhyeon Branch
삼덕통닭 신논현점 · Korean Fried Chicken
ABOUT
Samdeok Tongdak Sinnonhyeon is a Korean fried-chicken restaurant near Sinnonhyeon Station, bringing the style of Daegu's Samdeok Tongdak to central Seoul. The restaurant's chicken is cooked in a traditional cauldron-style frying method, and the signature Sammi Tongdak combines sweet honey with Cheongyang chili and garlic. The result sits somewhere between classic fried chicken and the sticky, savory-sweet character of Korean dakgangjeong, while still keeping the crisp texture of fried chicken. The restaurant is particularly suitable for travelers who want to experience Korean chimaek culture rather than simply have a quick chicken meal. The location is extremely convenient for visitors around Gangnam and Sinnonhyeon, and the late evening hours make it suitable for a casual dinner, drinks after sightseeing, or a second stop after another meal. Alongside chicken, the menu includes familiar Korean drinking foods such as tteokbokki, fish cake soup, fried gizzards, chicken feet, and shrimp fritters.
WHAT LOCALS SAY
The most distinctive point in reviews is the texture and flavor of the chicken. A recent review describes the chicken as being fried in a traditional cauldron, with a crisp and savory coating made using grain powder. The reviewer found the Sammi Tongdak pleasantly spicy rather than overwhelmingly hot, with Cheongyang chili and garlic giving it a flavor closer to a lightly sweet, spicy dakgangjeong. The seasoning was fairly strong, making the boneless version particularly suitable for eating with rice. Other local reviews reinforce the restaurant's suitability for a casual chimaek meal. One recent diner praised the boneless soy-sauce chicken with draft beer, while another said the frying oil tasted clean and the portion was generous. The latter review specifically recommended the set menu and described the atmosphere as lively, casual, and good value, although the restaurant can become noisy during busy periods. The overall experience is therefore more about the combination of distinctive chicken, beer, and a lively Korean chicken-shop atmosphere than formal dining. For a first visit, Sammi Tongdak is the most interesting choice because it represents what makes this chain different from an ordinary fried-chicken shop. If you prefer something milder or want to compare styles, the basic fried chicken or soy-sauce chicken is a safer starting point.
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4PM–1AM
NO BREAK TIME
OPEN DAILY
₩20,000–₩30,000 / shared dish
Samdeok Tongdak Sinnonhyeon is very easy to reach for travelers staying or sightseeing around Gangnam. The restaurant is on the second floor at 37 Bongeunsa-ro 1-gil, and the nearest subway station is Sinnonhyeon Station, only about 100 meters away. It is a late-opening restaurant, with Friday and Saturday hours extending to 02:00, making it especially suitable for an evening chimaek stop. For a first visit, order Sammi Tongdak if you want to understand the restaurant's signature flavor. If you prefer a more familiar fried-chicken taste, choose the basic fried chicken or soy-sauce chicken. One practical point for travelers is that the restaurant is listed as having no parking, so public transportation is the easier option. Reservations are available through current reservation listings, although a walk-in visit is also a natural choice for a casual chicken-and-beer meal.
서울 강남구 봉은사로1길 37 호서빌딩 2층2F, 37 Bongeunsa-ro 1-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
+82-70-7543-5935
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