Cuisine

Samgyetang (삼계탕 전문점)

District

Seocho (서초구) , Seoul

Address

Seoul Seocho-gu Banpodaero28-gil 56-3

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A third-generation samgyetang specialist near Gyodae Station in Seocho-gu, Seoul, offering three distinct broth flavors: pine nut, mugwort, and mung bean.

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Expect possible waits during weekends or peak meal times.

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A third-generation samgyetang specialist near Gyodae Station in Seocho-gu, Seoul, offering three distinct broth flavors: pine nut, mugwort, and mung bean. The menu even includes notes on which samgyetang style is popular in different countries, reflecting an awareness of international visitors. The pine nut version stands out with its pale, velvety broth that coats the spoon like a cream soup - after finishing the meal, a lingering pine nut aroma fills the palate while walking outside. The mugwort version adds a subtle herbal fragrance that gives a wholesome, restorative quality. The chicken is braised until the meat slides effortlessly off the bone, and dipping it in hamcho (glasswort) salt brings out the clean, delicate flavor. Glutinous rice is served separately in a bowl for mixing into the broth with a pinch of salt, with refills available. The sous-vide dak-bokkeum-tang is a relatively recent addition that has quickly gained popularity - chicken breast is cooked sous-vide to maintain moisture, served with three dipping sauces before transitioning to braised chicken pieces in a seasoned broth. Crispy nurungji rice balls can be added as well. Wait times stretch significantly around boknal (peak summer tonic food days), so reserving through the Tabling app or timing your visit outside peak hours is recommended. Parking is limited, making public transportation via Gyodae Station the more convenient choice.