Jinjujip

Featured on TV

• Huh Young Man's Alumni Journey (Ep. 91) - Premium Oxtail Soup (Aired Feb 19, 2021)
• 2TV Live Information (Ep. 964) - Premium Oxtail Soup / Braised Oxtail (Aired Dec 20, 2019)
• Live Today Evening (Ep. 1040) - Premium Oxtail Soup / Braised Oxtail (Aired Apr 2, 2019)
• Live Today Evening (Ep. 470) - Oxtail Soup (Aired Oct 24, 2016)
• 2TV Live Information (Ep. 36) - Oxtail Soup (Aired Feb 29, 2016)
• Delicious TV (Ep. 549) - Oxtail Soup (Aired Oct 27, 2012)
• Live Information Showcase (Ep. 496) - Braised Oxtail (Aired Jul 25, 2012)
• Live Friday Wide (Ep. 27) - Oxtail Soup (Aired Dec 2, 2011)

Key Highlights

• 🏅 Awarded 1 Ribbon in Blue Ribbon Survey Seoul 2027
• 🍽️ Signature Dishes: Oxtail Soup (Kkori-gomtang) · Ox Knee Soup (Dogani-tang) · Ox Bone Soup (Seolleongtang)
• 📍 Floors 1–2, Inside Namdaemun Market
• 🕐 Open Daily: 08:00 – 21:00

🏅 Jinjujip: Serving Legendary Oxtail Soup in Namdaemun Market for 70 Years

If you are looking for an authentic, comforting bowl of Korean soup in Namdaemun Market, Jinjujip is an absolute must-visit. Recognized by the prestigious Blue Ribbon Survey, this iconic spot boasts a 70-year legacy of crafting rich, deeply flavorful oxtail soup.

Whether you are staying near Namdaemun Market or Seoul Station, start your day with a hearty, nourishing breakfast here—they open early at 8:00 AM.

Their signature dish, Oxtail Soup, comes filled with generous cuts of tender beef. The secret to enjoying it like a local is dipping the meat into Jinjujip's special house sauce and pairing each bite with fresh chives.

Beyond oxtail soup, the menu offers ox knee soup, seolleongtang, hangover soups, as well as boiled beef platters and braised oxtail—making it ideal for both a full meal and a relaxing drink.

👥 Why Locals Keep Coming Back

• 🏛️ 70 Years of Heritage — A beloved Namchang-dong landmark specializing in rich oxtail soup.
• 🏅 Proven Flavor — Official selection in the Blue Ribbon Survey Seoul 2027.
• 🥢 Unique Eating Style — Dip tender beef in custom sauce and eat it paired with seasoned chives.
• 🍲 Variety of Soups — Pick your favorite from oxtail, ox knee, seolleongtang, or hangover soup.
• 🌅 Perfect Morning Spot — Opens at 8:00 AM, making it popular for breakfast or morning hangover cures.

📍 Visitor Tips for Travelers

• 🚇 Getting there: Located inside Namdaemun Market, just 260m (a 4-minute walk) from Hoehyeon Station, Exit 5.
• 🍲 What to order: First-timers should try the signature Oxtail Soup. For a lighter, budget-friendly meal, go for the Seolleongtang (12,000 KRW).
• 🦴 Understanding the menu: 'Kkori-tomak' on the menu is a special jumbo portion of oxtail soup with extra meat. Order this if you want a extra hefty portion!
• 🥬 How to eat: Dip the beef into the dip provided and eat it with the fresh chives on the side.
• 🍚 Free rice refills: If you need extra rice to finish your soup, feel free to ask for more.
• 🕐 Operating hours: Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.