Cheap Eats in Jongno District

“The restaurant has a lively atmosphere and excellent service, ideal for those who love authentic Korean BBQ.”

“Our favourite Korean BBQ restaurant in Seoul. Good food and the sweetest and most smiling servers. For that alone, we returned many times during our longer stay in the city.”

“The atmosphere was outstanding, and the meat exceeded my expectations, so I'm leaving this review!”

“The store is spacious and comfortable, and the tables are ample, so I recommend it for dates, group gatherings, and company dinners.”

“Enjoying kalguksu for 13,000 won per person is a fantastic value, and a bottle of soju for 3,000 won is a real bargain.”

“The dumplings are handmade, so the skin is thin and the filling is filling, giving them a wonderful texture.”

“I wrapped the daegi gogi in lettuce with ssamjang, garlic, and kimchi, and had it with rice, and it was as delicious as ever.”

“Located in the heart of Jongno, this restaurant maintains its reputation for its fragrant bulgogi and rice.”

“Maybe it's because my grandmother wasn't there then, but the taste seems to be consistently good.”

“Bibim mandu is cheap at 5,500 won, and kimbap is delicious at 2,500 won. The price is reasonable.”

“The food is delicious, the interior is clean, and the prices are not too high.”

“I ordered a roll of kimbap, tteokbokki (stir-fried rice cakes in broth), and udon, and it was really good value for money.”

“The terrace has a beautiful hanok view, making it a great place for a date or blind date.”

“The wine, fresh pasta, and shrimp with arugula were so delicious. I wondered how they managed to get the seasoning to soak up the fresh pasta so well.”

“The cozy hanok (traditional Korean house) setting created a wonderful atmosphere!”

“This is a place near Jongno where you can enjoy delicious pig's feet, making it a great place for a company dinner or a date.”

“If you want to enjoy a neat and plentiful pig's feet meal in Jonggak, I highly recommend Yeonnam Jokbal 1987 Jonggak Branch!”

“Jongno Jokbal Jonggak Station's new restaurant, Yeonnam Jokbal 1987 Jonggak Branch, is the best!”

“The tender beef from the two-pul Hanwoo beef, along with the delicious brisket, strip loin, and short ribs, made for a truly delicious meal.”

“The staff were attentive and very kind - they provided English menus to us and tried their best to answer our questions.”

“The assorted set meal was top-notch, with the beef gravy bursting out of your mouth, and paired with the side dishes of salt and garlic, it was delicious.”

“Even during a busy schedule, the owner is always friendly and attentive, providing excellent service.”

“High-quality domestic pork belly costs only 30,000 won for three servings, offering incredible value.”

“An old house tucked away in a Seochon alley, narrow and worn, yet with a charming interior.”

“One of the best Tteock-bokki and Tofu Kimbap I’ve had in Seoul. Food is tasty, clean, and made from scratch.”

“This little spot is such a favorite! The vegan food was absolutely delicious and the service was excellent.”

“The best dumplings ever that made me purchase it twice! Crispy soft skin with the most flavourful filling.”

“This is absolutely perfect raw beef. It's incredibly fresh, and even with just a little seasoning, it's incredibly delicious.”

“The raw beef bibimbap is even more delicious when dipped in soy sauce.”

“I was happy that I could eat raw beef bibimbap with lots of raw beef for 10,000 won☺️”

“The chicken itself is delicious! I recommend adding noodles! The special sauce pairs perfectly with the chicken, making it incredibly satisfying in the winter.”

“There weren't many tourists there!!! I thought it was amazing Seeing the long queue next door, I had already finished my hot soup and it was so delicious!”

“The taste is just as good and delicious as the one next door, which has a long line.”

“The restaurant is warmly lit and clean, making it the perfect spot for a date or a gathering with friends in Jongno.”

“I've always loved this pizza place, and I visited this one in Jongno. It was delicious and the atmosphere was great!”

“The Shrimp Gangster and the Cheese & Patty Bomb half and half, and they were both delicious!”

“Service was excellent and attentive, nice atmosphere and friendly staff. Helped guide us through the menu.”

“The bulgogi, doenjang-guk, and bibimbap for lunch here are fantastic. The prices are reasonable, too.”

“The lady of the house is amazing! She serves well and able to multitasking efficiently.”

“The food here is really delicious. I would recommend all of you to visit this Everest curry world located at dongdaemun.”

“Situated just steps from Dongdaemun Station, it's easily accessible, and the high chairs are perfect for bringing children.”

“Everything was fresh and delicious, the have a good selection of South/North Indian, Nepalese and Tibetan food.”

“The pork cutlet is amazing. The broth is delicious, and the sauce is also delicious.”

“If you go at the wrong time, you might have to wait, so I recommend going a little early or a little late during meal times.”

“The sauce is very, very tasty. It tastes like curry, a little bit like tomato, and it seems like ground fruit.”

“I sometimes visit here to eat pig's feet. Even though it's spicy, it's delicious when eaten with steamed eggs, kulpis, and rice balls.”

“Best value for money. Two people went and ordered the least spicy pig's feet.”

“I visited again after a few years, and the spicy pig's feet were still delicious.”

“I ordered a bowl of beef bone soup, and the broth itself was incredibly thick and delicious.”

“The assorted boiled pork is so good. The texture is chewy and fantastic.”

“The boiled pork is good, but if you order boiled pork, they give you seolleongtang broth and somen noodles for free.”

“The pork ssambap was delicious, and the vegetables were fresh. The side dishes were also delicious.”

“This truly delicious pork comes with a generous portion of ssam (wrap) and unlimited rice.”

“A restaurant that serves the same delicious food no matter when or what time you go.”

“The seafood pancakes were simply heavenly, and the Perillasamen Sujebi was also delicious.”

“The restaurant’s pretty tightly packed, so I would recommend to only go in groups of up to 4 people!”

“I arrived at this restaurant after strolling from Anguk Station down a narrow alley lined with quaint old buildings.”

“Ordered a set menu of noodles and spicy noodles. The noodles were really delicious, so I almost finished them all.”

“First of all, it's delicious. Many noodle restaurants in Jongno are delicious, but their cleanliness is questionable. The cutlery and utensils were very clean.”

“When it comes to sundae gukbap, it's Baekam Sundae! We've been coming here for over the years, and the flavor remains consistently rich.”

“I went in with low expectations based on the ratings, but the staff were friendly and the food was delicious.”

“This is a restaurant specializing in Seolleongtang located at Exit 1 of Dongdaemun Station on Subway Lines 1 and 4.”

“The Seolleongtang is a bit strong, and the Bone Soup is just average.”

“The pig's feet weren't too greasy, and they were delicious. This truly excellent restaurant is worth trying whenever I visit.”

“It's really good value for money and tastes great. For 30,000 won, it's a medium portion! It's filling.”

“The waitress is always on hand to make sure everything is ok.”

“The raw beef was fresh and delicious, and the meatballs were even better than I expected.”

“The bindaetteok, made to order, was delicious, crispy on the outside and moist on the inside.”

“Gwangjang Market still has that same vibe, as he used to crave pajeon (green onion pancake) and makgeolli (rice wine).”

“If you want to eat tuna, come here anytime~~ The staff is friendly and the condition is the best!!!”

“This is Dongwon Tuna Jongno 5-ga Branch, located in Jongno 5-ga, Jongno-gu, Seoul. You can enjoy delicious tuna here.”

“The restaurant's interior seemed old, so the atmosphere wasn't great, but the food was truly delicious, and the owner's dedication was evident in the side dishes and main dishes.”

“If you order the set meal (13,000 won), you'll get sundae soup, head meat, and a small plate of sundae.”

“For many years. Diligent and kind sisters. Various menus including pork dishes. Stone plate boiled pork and sundae gopchang stir-fry”

“There's a public parking lot right next door, but you have to pay for your own parking.”

“Loved the chewiness of the noodles as always! Tried the hand pulled noodles this time and it didn’t disappoint.”

“The noodles were perfectly cooked and the broth was delicious. Both the pork and kimchi dumplings were great, but only having two dumplings felt kind of stingy.”

“Friendly service and fantastic food, the price seems to be fixed so it does not differ from any of the surrounding stalls.”

“The cheese kimbap was really delicious. Perhaps it's because they use Philadelphia cheese, which makes it better than other cheese kimbap?”

“The shop mainly sells rice rolls, and the interior space is small. The rice rolls are cheap and delicious.”

“We tried the tuna and the beef Gimbap and we loved both of them. Especially the …”

“The kimbap was delicious even without many ingredients because the rice is seasoned just right. The tteokbokki is a bit sweet and ordinary.”

“The squid at Yukhoe Tangtang is lively and fresh, and the texture is so strong it sticks to your mouth - it's amazing.”

“The set menu costs 12,000 won, and the tteokbokki is soft and delicious. It's enough for two people or one person to enjoy a hearty meal.”

“The food is delicious and the service is great. You can feel that they care about their customers.”

“Sushi Nooha, located at the foot of the beautiful Seochon Village, is famous for its cost-effectiveness.”

“This is a sushi restaurant that has captured the best taste and atmosphere in Seocho.”

“It's really great when you're craving spicy ramen. The price is good, the taste is good, and it's the best.”

“The ramen was delicious, and I don't know why, but I think you need to fix the ventilator.”

“The ramen bean sprouts and rice cakes are spicy and delicious without interfering with the soup's flavor.”

“The soup was creamy white and the sundae soup was delicious, so we were hungry, but still had a delicious meal.”

“Pork blood sausage soup and pork ribs soup. The pork was not well processed but the soup was delicious and the ribs were very soft and tasty.”

“The staff are friendly and the food is delicious, but I personally wish they had more soup.”

“Cheese Whopper is the most delicious and has a unique taste of French fries, so it is different from other franchise hamburger stores.”

“My favorite Burger King in Hyehwa is the one in the area. It's spacious and clean.”

“The fried patties were crispy and delicious, not soggy. They seemed to be well-managed.”