Jongno · Jonggak / Ox bone soup
이문설농탕
Settle into a bowl of milky ox bone soup in Jongno. Imun is a long-established stop for a gentle, savory meal between neighborhood walks.
Korea on a Plate · Monthly 30 · October 2026
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Seolleongtang · ox bone soup
The special (특) for brisket, tongue and tripe; season with salt and scallion yourself and pile on the kkakdugi.
What a visitor needs to know before going. Google Maps listing checked 2026-10-04; prices and stations from our own records.
Taste the broth first, then season a little at a time.
For allergies or dietary restrictions, ask the restaurant about ingredients and preparation before ordering.
FROM OTHER DINERS
Imun Seolnongtang has a really nostalgic feel, and the seolleongtang came across as simple in the best way. The broth was light, milky, and comforting, and I liked having the rice served right in the soup. The napa cabbage and radish kimchi on the side rounded it out nicely. It f
I went to see the exhibition in Insa-dong and went in at lunchtime. It was also open on Sunday and there was a separate seat for one person. There were a lot of seats and I ate Seolleongtang. It’s crowded to enjoy a leisurely meal, so it‘s a place where you can go without any pre
No beef taste, it’s like drinking white water. Condiments taste better. What locals do is add a big heap of salt to their bowl. Their kimchi is good though which is why I gave it an additional star
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NEAR YOU
Other guides close to this restaurant, by straight-line distance.
The special (특) for brisket, tongue and tripe; season with salt and scallion yourself and pile on the kkakdugi.
Expect about ₩15,000 per person. Seolleongtang ₩15,000; special ₩18,000.
08:00–21:00. Open daily.
Imun Seolnongtang is at 38-13 Ujeongguk-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul in Seoul. In Korean the address is 서울특별시 종로구 우정국로 38-13. The nearest station is Jonggak Station.
Imun Seolnongtang suits Early breakfast, Solo dining, Near the sights, Not spicy.
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