Mapo · Yeomni-dong / Pyongyang cold noodles
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을밀대 본점
Eulmildae is one of Seoul's most-cited destinations for Pyongyang-style naengmyeon, a subtle buckwheat noodle in cold beef broth that Korean food lovers argue over endlessly. It's an acquired taste for first-timers, and a window into a dish with roots north of the border.
Mul-naengmyeon · Pyongyang-style cold buckwheat noodles
Order the mul-naengmyeon plain at first, the way regulars judge a Pyongyang naengmyeon house, then add vinegar or mustard to taste.
What a visitor needs to know before going. Google Maps listing checked 2026-10-04; prices and stations from our own records.
The broth is intentionally mild — resist adding vinegar or mustard until you've tried a few bites plain.
For allergies or dietary restrictions, ask the restaurant about ingredients and preparation before ordering.
FROM OTHER DINERS
This is the authentic experience if you're looking for pyong-naeng (평양냉면), or Pyoeongyayng style buckwheat noodles. It's an exercise in restraint. A frozen mist of beef and grain, nearly translucent whispering of salt and deep, hidden marrow (broth). The buckwheat noodles are thi
I ate at the annex in the floor-seating area, and while the atmosphere was fine, the staff’s attitude was a bit disappointing. The boiled pork was tougher than I expected, so I wasn’t very satisfied with it. On the other hand, the broth of the Pyongyang naengmyeon was mild and re
I can’t get enough of 평양냉면 (Pyeongyang naengmyeon) in the summer, and this place is hands down one of the best spots for it. The broth is subtle yet deeply flavorful, the noodles have just the right chew, and the overall balance is exactly what I crave on a hot day. The only dow
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NEAR YOU
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Order the mul-naengmyeon plain at first, the way regulars judge a Pyongyang naengmyeon house, then add vinegar or mustard to taste.
Expect about ₩16,000 per person. Mul-naengmyeon ₩16,000; bibim-naengmyeon ₩16,000; hoe-naengmyeon ₩20,000.
11:00–22:00. Open daily.
Eulmildae Main branch is at 24 Sungmun-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul in Seoul. In Korean the address is 서울특별시 마포구 숭문길 24. The nearest station is Daeheung Station, exit 4.
Eulmildae Main branch suits Not spicy, First time in Korea, Worth the trip.
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