Jung-gu · Namdaemun Market / large-format beef short rib soup hall
남대문 대가
A large, bright dining hall in the heart of Namdaemun Market with seating for over a hundred, this spot is built for the market's steady flow of shoppers and tour groups rather than a quiet meal. It's a dependable, filling stop near Seoul Station and the market's kitchenware and fabric alleys.
Listed in the Korea on a Plate guide
Wanggalbitang · large-cut beef short rib soup
Order the wanggalbitang — one or two full-size beef short ribs simmered in a clear broth with glass noodles — and rice on the side.
What a visitor needs to know before going. Google Maps listing checked 2026-10-04; prices and stations from our own records.
Closed Sundays; the size and layout make it an easy choice for larger groups without a reservation.
For allergies or dietary restrictions, ask the restaurant about ingredients and preparation before ordering.
FROM OTHER DINERS
Local Korean BBQ shop. Outstanding service by the ladies who helped me out with how to cook and eat the meat properly despite a language barrier. Food was fantastic.
Absolutely recommend. The employees and manager are extremely nice. The food is so delicious and really good quality meat. The sides are worthy of the meat. Great location, great food, and great experience.
Walked into this establishment by chance whist looking for fried chicken. Was intrigued by the display of beef cuts just by the entrance. Decided to try the premium beef rib soup. Beef ribs were fresh, delicious and tender. Soup base was not oily and very pleasant tasting with a
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NEAR YOU
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Order the wanggalbitang — one or two full-size beef short ribs simmered in a clear broth with glass noodles — and rice on the side.
Expect about ₩22,000 per person. Wanggalbitang ₩22,000; special (three ribs) ₩29,000; bulgogi ₩25,000.
11:00–21:00. Closed Sundays.
Namdaemun Daega is at 37-3 Namdaemunsijang-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul in Seoul. In Korean the address is 서울특별시 중구 남대문시장길 37-3. The nearest station is Hoehyeon Station (Line 4), Exit 5 — about 3 min walk into Namdaemun Market.
Namdaemun Daega suits Groups & sharing, First time in Korea, Near the sights.
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