Inamjang Seolleongtang Myeongdong

Quick Facts

• 💳 Credit cards and mobile payments accepted
• 👥 Perfect for solo diners, families, office lunch breaks, and casual get-togethers
• 🍲 Signature Dishes: Seolleongtang (Ox Bone Soup) · Special Seolleongtang · Naejangtang (Offal Soup)

🍲 Rich, Seoul-Style Ox Bone Soup in Myeongdong: Lee Nam Jang Myeongdong

Seolleongtang has been a staple in Seoul households since the 1920s. It is not reserved for special occasions; rather, it has always been the ultimate go-to meal for breakfast, lunch, or even as a comforting cure after a night of drinking. With its milky broth, tender beef, rice, and simple side of kimchi, this humble dish has endured for a reason.

To international visitors, seolleongtang is often introduced as a "Korean bone broth." But in reality, it is much more than just soup—it is a dish woven into the very rhythm of daily life in Seoul. Amid the city's nonstop hustle, seolleongtang has remained a steadfast, unchanging part of everyday routines.

👥 Why Locals Love It

• 🥣 Deep, Rich Meat Broth — A clean yet deeply savory soup packed with tender slices of beef for a satisfying, nourishing meal.
• 🥩 Generous Portions of Meat — Choose from standard or special bowls piled high with meat to suit your appetite.
• 👤 Solo-Friendly Dining — Simple to order and quick to enjoy, making it totally stress-free for solo diners.
• 🏙️ Authentic Local Vibe Between Myeongdong and Euljiro — A chance to experience a traditional spot where local office workers grab a classic meal right in the heart of a tourist-heavy district.
• 👥 Great for Groups — Beyond seolleongtang, they offer dishes like boiled beef slices (suyuk) and beef tartare (yukhoe) that are perfect for sharing with family or friends.

📍 Tips for Visitors

• 🥣 New to Seolleongtang? — Start with the classic bowl. It's the easiest, most approachable way to dive into Korea's comforting soup culture.
• 🧂 Season to Taste — Before dumping in loads of salt or pepper, try the broth on its own, then tweak the seasoning gradually.
• 🥩 Craving More Meat? — Go for the special version (teuk-seolleongtang) for an extra-generous portion of beef.
• 🥬 Don't Skip the Kimchi and Kkakdugi — Pair your soup with these radishes and cabbages for the authentic, traditional way Koreans enjoy gukbap.
• 🚇 Seamlessly Fits Into Your Itinerary — Conveniently located between Euljiro 1-ga and Myeongdong stations, making it an ideal stop before or after exploring the shopping districts.