Gwangju Sikdang

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Pollock stew

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A video of eating pollock stew at Gwangju Sikdang inside Dongmyo Market in Seoul.

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We Visited the 'Dongmyo Pollock Stew Place' That Draws Long Lines Even at Noon

A look at Gwangju Sikdang in Dongmyo Market, known for its line-worthy pollock stew.

A pollock stew restaurant inside Dongmyo Market in Seoul.

Taste notes from the video

The broth is described as refreshing and spicy, with plump pollock pieces that are soft and pleasantly chewy. The portions are also described as generous.

Key visit points
  • Gwangju Sikdang at 400-1 Changsin-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul
  • Pollock stew is the featured dish
  • 8,000 won pollock stew is mentioned
  • Broth refills are offered
  • Long queue but fast turnover
Dishes featured in the video
Pollock stewRefreshing spicy broth, plump pollock pieces
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Even Grandfathers Wait in Line! The Place Famous for Being the Best in the Area with Just One Dish

It features Gwangju Sikdang, which has drawn lines in Dongmyo for 34 years with a single pollock stew, along with 1,000-won coffee and 1,000-won toast.

This is a café in Dongmyo showing 1,000-won coffee and 1,000-won toast. Its name and location are not confirmed in the video.

Taste notes from the video

The toast is said to have a margarine aroma.

Key visit points
  • It introduces the Dongmyo area of Jongno-gu, Seoul.
  • Gwangju Sikdang is a 34-year-old pollock stew restaurant.
  • It says pollock stew is the only dish on the menu.
  • The pollock stew is described as spicy but not heavy, with a clean and refreshing taste.
  • It shows 1,000-won coffee and 1,000-won toast at a Dongmyo café.