Sunhui-ne Bindaetteok
순희네빈대떡 · Korean Food
ABOUT
Sunhui-ne Bindaetteok is a famous mung-bean pancake restaurant inside Gwangjang Market, one of Seoul’s traditional markets. The restaurant is known for its large, freshly cooked nokdu bindaetteok, prepared on a hot griddle near the customers. Its market-style setting, lively cooking area, and recognizable red signage make it a popular stop for visitors exploring traditional Korean food. The signature dish is nokdu bindaetteok, a savory pancake made from ground mung beans and vegetables. It is cooked until the outside becomes golden and crisp while the inside remains moist and hearty. Meat patties, shrimp pancakes, and assorted pancake sets are also available. Many diners pair the pancakes with makgeolli, Korean rice wine, and share additional market dishes such as yukhoe or mayak gimbap. The restaurant offers a classic Gwangjang Market dining experience rather than a quiet or formal restaurant setting. Customers sit close to the cooking area, and the atmosphere is energetic, crowded, and fast-moving. It is especially suitable for visitors who want to experience traditional market food and watch pancakes being cooked right in front of them.
WHAT LOCALS SAY
The most consistent positive theme in visitor reviews is the crispy, savory mung-bean pancake. Diners often describe the pancake as generously sized, with a golden exterior and a hearty interior. Several reviews mention that one pancake can be large enough to share, making it a practical choice for groups sampling different market foods. The meat patties and assorted combinations are another recurring recommendation. Visitors often order the meat patty alongside the mung-bean pancake, while groups may add yukhoe or gimbap to make a broader market meal. The pancake-and-makgeolli combination is also frequently associated with the restaurant and its traditional market atmosphere. The busy market setting is part of the experience, but it can also be a drawback. Reviews and visitor accounts mention crowds, queues, close seating, and a service style focused on keeping orders moving. Some diners have reported less welcoming service during busy periods. Overall, the restaurant is most appreciated for its signature pancake and market experience rather than attentive table service or a relaxed dining environment.
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11AM–9PM
NO BREAK TIME
CLOSED TUESDAYS
₩10,000–₩20,000 / 1 person
Sunhui-ne Bindaetteok is located inside Gwangjang Market, near Jongno 5-ga Station. From the station, enter the market and follow the signs toward the food alleys. The market’s busy layout can make individual stalls easy to confuse, so check the restaurant name before ordering. The restaurant is generally listed as open during daytime and evening market hours, but sources differ on opening time and weekly closing day. Some listings show Tuesday as the regular day off, while others show daily operation. Confirm the current schedule before visiting, especially on Tuesdays or near closing time. Expect a crowded, casual market dining environment. Seating may be close together, and queues can form during busy periods. Takeout is available, which can be useful when seating is full. Parking in the market area is difficult; public transportation is the most convenient option.
서울 종로구 종로32길 5 1층5, Jong-ro 32-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2264-5057
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