Pildong Myeonok

Quick Facts

• 🍜 Signature Dishes: Naengmyeon (Cold Noodles) · Plate Mandu (Dumplings) · Jeyouk (Boiled Pork Slices)
• 🕐 Mon–Sat 11:00 AM–7:50 PM (Break Time 3:00 PM–5:00 PM) · Closed Sundays
• 💰 Naengmyeon / Mandu ₩15,000 · Jeyouk ₩30,000 · Suyeok (Boiled Beef Slices) ₩33,000
• 🚗 Parking for 6–8 cars available behind and beside the building · Kids menu available
• ⭐ Michelin Guide Seoul 2026

🍜 Pildong Myeonok: Legendary Pyongyang Cold Noodles with Subtle, Savory Broth

Located near Chungmuro Station, Pildong Myeonok is an iconic spot famous for authentic Pyongyang-style cold buckwheat noodles served in a clean, delicately savory broth.

If you want to experience a true classic loved by locals while visiting Seoul, step into this time-tested restaurant and savor an authentic taste of Korean culinary history.

The dish features springy buckwheat noodles topped with tender sliced meat in a crystal-clear broth, often finished with a sprinkle of chili powder for an extra layer of flavor.

Complete your meal with their hearty steamed dumplings packed with rich filling or thin, tender slices of boiled pork—the perfect side pairings for your cold noodles.

👥 Why Locals Love It

• 🍜 Pyongyang Naengmyeon — Clean, delicate broth with subtle meat flavors
• 🥟 Plate Mandu — Savory steamed dumplings generously filled with minced meat and vegetables
• 🥩 Jeyouk & Suyeok — Tender boiled pork and beef slices, perfect alongside noodles
• 🏮 Old-School Vibe — A cozy, retro atmosphere with decades of tradition

📍 Tips for Visitors

• 🍜 First time visiting? Pair your cold noodles with a plate of steamed dumplings!
• 🕒 Keep in mind they close for an afternoon break from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
• 📅 The restaurant is closed every Sunday.
• 🚇 Just a 5-minute walk from Exit 1 of Chungmuro Station.