Jung-gu · Jeong-dong (near Gwanghwamun/Seochon) / clear-broth pork rice soup
광화문국밥
This modern gukbap counter near Gwanghwamun swaps the usual cloudy, Busan-style broth for a clean, clear one closer to old Seoul recipes, and has built a strong local lunch following as a result. It sits a short walk from Gyeonghuigung Palace and the Seochon neighborhood, making it an easy stop between palace-hopping.
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Dwaeji-gukbap · clear-broth pork and rice soup
Order the dwaeji-gukbap — thin-sliced pork in a clear, mild broth, quite different from Busan's cloudy version — and mix in rice to taste, seasoning with the scallions provided.
What a visitor needs to know before going. Google Maps listing checked 2026-10-04; prices and stations from our own records.
Closed Sundays and takes a mid-afternoon break on weekdays, so aim for a weekday lunch before 14:00.
For allergies or dietary restrictions, ask the restaurant about ingredients and preparation before ordering.
FROM OTHER DINERS
I visited Gwanghwamun Gukbap specifically for their signature clear pork soup. Knowing I had a health checkup the next day, I was looking for something nourishing yet very light, and this remarkably clean, grease-free broth was the perfect choice. They thoughtfully offer regular,
The Ultimate authentic Korean cuisine restaurant! It was meant to be a small meal to have the famous clear pork soup with rice but we ended up ordered many fantastic dishes such as Beef rib stew, boils pork slices, spicy buckwheat noodles, and the famous blood sausage! None of th
A Michelin-recognized restaurant that's definitely worth visiting. The gukbap was outstanding with a rich, authentic broth that tasted like it had been simmering for hours. They use only beef brisket, and the meat was tender and flavorful. The service was friendly and efficient.
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NEAR YOU
Other guides close to this restaurant, by straight-line distance.
Order the dwaeji-gukbap — thin-sliced pork in a clear, mild broth, quite different from Busan's cloudy version — and mix in rice to taste, seasoning with the scallions provided.
Expect about ₩12,000 per person. Pork gukbap ₩12,000; premium gukbap ₩15,000; Pyongyang naengmyeon ₩15,000.
Mon–Fri 11:00–21:40. Closed Sundays.
Gwanghwamun Gukbap is at 53 Sejong-daero 21-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul in Seoul. In Korean the address is 서울특별시 중구 세종대로21길 53. The nearest station is Gwanghwamun Station (Line 5), Exit 7, or City Hall Station (Line 1/2) — about 5–10 min walk.
Gwanghwamun Gukbap suits First time in Korea, Not spicy, Near the sights.
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