Jongno · Jongno 3-ga / Spicy braised chicken
종로계림닭도리탕원조 본점
A Jongno 3-ga institution for garlicky, chili-red braised chicken, sized by the pot so groups can order without fuss. The alley has several similarly named competitors, but this original branch is the one longtime locals point to.
Listed in the Korea on a Plate guide
On a food route: Jongno market walk
Dakdoritang · spicy braised chicken with potatoes
Order the smallest pot for two, and add the ₩2,000 noodles to the leftover sauce at the end.
What a visitor needs to know before going. Google Maps listing checked 2026-10-04; prices and stations from our own records.
The kitchen closes for a mid-afternoon break — plan lunch before 3:30pm or dinner after 4:30pm.
For allergies or dietary restrictions, ask the restaurant about ingredients and preparation before ordering.
FROM OTHER DINERS
This is a decent old-fashioned restaurant. It contains heavy amount of garlic but the soup is mild and savory. It's a popular place, so there might be a queue.
Old chicken cuisine specialty store in Euljiro. Leek, garlic, and red peppers have a spicy taste and chicken to make oily and spicy dishes. There are many disappointing places in Euljiro, which will not be disappointed. Chicken dishes are recommended for two people. The fried ri
The best Dak-Dori-Tang we have had. This place has been featured on several Korean food TV shows throughout the years. They only serve 1 food option (Dak-Dori-Tang), so be aware before going here. Soft and juicy chicken texture coated with mild spicy Korean redpepper soup flavor.
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NEAR YOU
Other guides close to this restaurant, by straight-line distance.
Order the smallest pot for two, and add the ₩2,000 noodles to the leftover sauce at the end.
Expect about ₩15,000 per person. Dakdoritang small (2 people) ₩30,000; medium (3 people) ₩42,000; noodle add-on ₩2,000.
11:30–21:45. Closed Sundays.
Gyerim Dakdoritang is at 39 Donhwamun-ro 4-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul in Seoul. In Korean the address is 서울특별시 종로구 돈화문로4길 39. The nearest station is Jongno 3-ga Station, exit 12.
Gyerim Dakdoritang suits Groups & sharing, Bring the heat.
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