Ttukbaegi Jip
뚝배기집 · Soups & Stews
ABOUT
Ttukbaegi Jip is a long-running, no-frills Korean stew restaurant in Jongno, near the Jongno 3-ga and Jonggak area. It focuses on a short menu of familiar jjigae dishes rather than a broad selection of Korean food. The restaurant is known for serving a filling meal at a relatively low price in central Seoul. The main choices are wooreong doenjang, classic doenjang-jjigae, sundubu-jjigae, and kimchi-jjigae. Each meal is served with rice and side dishes. The restaurant’s simple menu and quick service make it suitable for breakfast, lunch, or a straightforward dinner. One distinctive part of the meal is the large bowl of rice served with vegetables and banchan. Diners commonly mix the rice with seasoned vegetables, kimchi, and gochujang, then eat it alongside the stew or add some stew broth. The dining room is compact and practical, with a busy local-restaurant atmosphere rather than a spacious or leisurely setting.
WHAT LOCALS SAY
The most frequently repeated positive point in available reviews is the value and generous meal. Diners describe the rice portion as substantial and appreciate being able to eat a complete stew-and-rice meal at a relatively inexpensive price. Wooreong doenjang is repeatedly singled out as a favorite, while the other stew options are also described as dependable everyday choices. A second recurring theme is the mix-your-rice meal. Reviewers mention combining rice with the vegetables and kimchi served at the table, adding gochujang, and eating it with the stew. This simple combination is a major part of the restaurant’s appeal, especially for customers looking for a familiar, filling Korean meal rather than a polished dining experience. The restaurant is also frequently described as busy, compact, and fast-moving. Visitors report queues around breakfast and lunch, close seating, and occasional shared tables. The line may move relatively quickly, but the space is not ideal for diners who want privacy, a quiet atmosphere, or a long meal. Review evidence is positive overall, though some longtime customers feel the taste is less memorable than they remember.
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7AM–9:30PM
NO BREAK TIME
OPEN DAILY
₩7,000–₩8,000 / serving
The restaurant is located on Jong-ro 16-gil, between Jongno 3-ga and Jonggak. Jongno 3-ga Station is approximately a five-minute walk away. It is convenient for a simple meal before or after exploring central Jongno. Opening hours differ slightly across listings: most show approximately 07:00–21:30, while some sources list an earlier opening and earlier closing. Check the current map listing before visiting, especially for an early breakfast or public holiday. Some listings report no parking and no reservation service; plan to walk in. The dining room is small and can become crowded during meal times. Shared seating may be necessary, and the restaurant is better suited to a quick meal than a long visit. The menu is simple, but English support may be limited; showing the Korean menu name or using a translation app can help.
서울 종로구 종로16길 12 1층12, Jong-ro 16-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2265-5744
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