Yukhoe Jamaejip Main Branch 1 signature dish
SEOUL / JONGNO & GWANGHWAMUN

Yukhoe Jamaejip Main Branch 1

육회자매집 본점1호점 · Korean Food

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Kakao Map ★3.9/5 · Naver Map Not rated

198 Kakao reviews · 3.7k Naver reviews

ABOUT

Yukhoe Jamaejip Main Branch 1 is a long-established Korean beef restaurant near Gwangjang Market in Jongno. The restaurant specializes in yukhoe, Korean-style seasoned raw beef, and other traditional beef dishes. Its straightforward market-area setting and focused menu make it a recognizable stop for visitors exploring Seoul’s traditional food scene. The signature dish is yukhoe, thinly sliced or shredded raw beef seasoned with a sweet-savory sauce and sesame. The restaurant also serves yuktangi, a combination of yukhoe and chopped live octopus, as well as yuk sashimi and yukjeon. For a more substantial individual meal, yukhoe deopbap and perilla-oil aged-kimchi yukhoe bibimbap are available. The restaurant has a practical, lively dining environment rather than a formal setting. It is suited to casual meals, market food tours, and groups sharing several dishes. The menu offers both raw and cooked options, although the restaurant’s identity is centered on raw beef. Diners who prefer cooked food can choose yukjeon or rice bowls with cooked components.

WHAT LOCALS SAY

The most consistent positive theme in available reviews is the freshness and texture of the beef. Visitors commonly praise the quality of the yukhoe and its seasoning, describing the beef as fresh and easy to eat. The restaurant’s signature yuktangi is particularly memorable for diners who enjoy the combination of raw beef and chopped live octopus. Another recurring point is the variety of dishes for sharing. Yukjeon, yukhoe rice bowls, and mixed raw-beef dishes are frequently ordered alongside the signature yukhoe. Some visitors mention that the freshly cooked yukjeon works well as a contrast to the raw dishes, while the rice bowls provide a more filling option. The restaurant is also described as busy and casual, especially around meal times and market visits. Reviews mention a lively atmosphere and occasional crowding, although some visitors report being seated without a long wait. Opinions on seasoning and value vary

some find the yukhoe flavorful and reasonably priced, while others feel the seasoning is mild or the price is ordinary. It is best understood as a popular market-area specialty restaurant rather than a quiet dining destination.

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PRACTICAL INFO

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10:30AM–9:40PM

1:50PM–3:10PM

CLOSED MONDAYS

₩11,000–₩16,000 / 1 person

The restaurant is located at 200-4 Jong-ro, near Gwangjang Market. From Jongno 5-ga Station, Exit 8, it is approximately a three-minute walk. The building is identified as Je-u Building; check the branch name before entering because several Jamaejip locations operate in the same area. Opening hours vary across listings. Most current restaurant-directory information shows Tuesday through Saturday from approximately 09:30 to 21:20 and Sunday until 21:00, with Monday listed as a regular holiday. Other platforms show different hours and break times, so verify the current schedule before visiting. The restaurant is suitable for casual market dining and sharing dishes. Parking is not available on-site according to dining listings, so public transportation is recommended. Since the main menu includes raw beef and live octopus, diners who do not eat raw meat or seafood should choose cooked options such as yukjeon.

서울 종로구 종로 200-4200-4, Jong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

+82-2-2274-8344

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