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Uraeok

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Korean cuisine

서울 중구 창경궁로 62-29 1-2층
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Uraeok · About this place

Uraeok is a long-established Pyeongyang naengmyeon restaurant near Euljiro 4-ga Station.

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Munhwaok

Matdori

Pig's trotter soup, Boiled pig's trotters, Seolleongtang

The pig's trotter soup has a clear broth simmered for more than a day and a chewy texture.

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Changgyeonggung-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
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Bogeonok

Jonmat

Kimchi Stew, Seoul-style Bulgogi

This place is introduced as a 45-year-old longstanding restaurant. The main scene shows kimchi stew and Seoul-style bulgogi being eaten together, but the exact business name and location are unconfirmed.

Walk ~1 minBike ~1 minDrive ~3 min
Changgyeonggung-ro 8-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
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Changjo Sikpum

Jonmat

Steamed scallops, Oyster pancakes, Cockles

Changjo Sikpum in Euljiro's printing alley looks like a supermarket but is a corner-store pub serving seasonal seafood snacks with makgeolli.

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Eulji-ro 27ga-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

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Woo Lae Oak, Where You Go for Naengmyeon and End Up Eating Meat Too—and Return Despite the Long Wait

The video gives a detailed look at the wait and flavors while trying Pyongyang naengmyeon, bulgogi, galbi, and kimchi-mari naengmyeon at Woo Lae Oak in Jung-gu.

The video introduces Pyongyang naengmyeon, bulgogi, galbi, and kimchi-mari naengmyeon together at Woo Lae Oak in Jung-gu.

Taste notes from the video

The Pyongyang naengmyeon broth is relatively rich, and the portion is generous. The bulgogi is tender and not overly seasoned, while the galbi is somewhat fatty and described as tastier. The kimchi-mari noodles are tangy and contain rice, so they may depend on personal taste.

Key visit points
  • Woo Lae Oak is in Jung-gu and is said to be accessible from Euljiro 4-ga Station and Jongno 5-ga Station.
  • The Pyongyang naengmyeon is said to have a relatively rich broth and a generous portion.
  • The bulgogi is tender and not overly seasoned, while the galbi is described as tastier but more expensive.
  • The kimchi-mari noodles are tangy, contain rice, and may depend on personal taste.
  • The wait is long, with a queue even through Tabling.
Dishes featured in the video
Pyongyang NaengmyeonRich broth, generous portionBulgogiModerate seasoning, tender meatGalbiFatty marinated galbi
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A long-running famous restaurant in Seoul with 75 years of history - Uraeok in Euljiro

At Uraeok near Euljiro 4-ga Station, the video features Pyongyang-style naengmyeon, galbi, and yukhoe.

A long-running Pyongyang-style naengmyeon restaurant near Euljiro 4-ga Station.

Taste notes from the video

The naengmyeon broth has a strong meaty aroma, the galbi is fairly fatty, and the seasoning is not too strong. The yukhoe is served without egg yolk and is eaten with pear.

Key visit points
  • It is a Pyongyang-style naengmyeon restaurant that has operated since 1946.
  • Mul naengmyeon, bibim naengmyeon, galbi, and yukhoe are ordered.
  • The broth is described as having a strong meaty aroma.
  • Staff grill the galbi for guests.
  • Waiting lines are especially long in summer.
Dishes featured in the video
Mul naengmyeonBroth with a strong meaty aroma.GalbiFairly fatty with mild seasoning.YukhoeLightly seasoned yukhoe eaten with pear.
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8 Best Pyongyang Naengmyeon Restaurants in Seoul

A comparison of the broth, noodles, suyuk, jeyuk, and dumplings at 8 Pyongyang naengmyeon restaurants in Seoul.

A leading Pyongyang naengmyeon restaurant in Seoul where you can enjoy strongly meaty Pyongyang naengmyeon with bulgogi.

Taste notes from the video

The meaty aroma is strong, and it is relatively salty. The noodles have a buckwheat aroma, and the portion is fairly generous. The bulgogi is mild and not strongly sweet.

Key visit points
  • Woo Lae Oak, Pildong Myeonok, Jangchung-dong Pyongyang Myeonok, Seoryeong, Eulji Myeonok, Eulmildae, Jinmi Pyongyang Naengmyeon, and Nampo Myeonok are compared.
  • Differences in the meaty aroma, saltiness, and dongchimi-like character of Pyongyang naengmyeon broth are explained.
  • Seoryeong uses 100% buckwheat noodles.
  • Eulmildae is introduced for its Pyongyang naengmyeon with thin ice.
  • Jinmi Pyongyang Naengmyeon's dumplings and jeyuk and Nampo Myeonok's eobok-jaengban are also covered.
Dishes featured in the video
Pyongyang NaengmyeonIt has a strong meaty aroma and a fairly generous portion.BulgogiIt is mild and not strongly sweet.GalbiIt is lightly seasoned and relatively expensive.