Cuisine

Chicken (닭요리전문점)

District

Seodaemun (서대문구) , Seoul

Address

Seoul Seodaemun-gu Yeonsero2da-gil 54

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Why go

Gongneung Dakhanmari has operated for over a decade in the Sinchon and Ewha area, characterized by its clear broth and signature dipping sauce.

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Expect possible waits during weekends or peak meal times.

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Gongneung Dakhanmari has operated for over a decade in the Sinchon and Ewha area, characterized by its clear broth and signature dipping sauce. Located at 54 Yonsei-ro 2da-gil, the restaurant serves a whole chicken in a pot, which staff cut into pieces at the table. After boiling for ten minutes, the meat becomes tender. The meal involves mixing a soy-based sauce with chili paste and dipping the chicken with napa cabbage. Once the chicken is finished, hand-cut noodles are added to the broth, followed by egg porridge. Some add cheongyang peppers for heat or mix in kimchi for spicy noodles. While an annex has helped with crowds, it often fills up after 12:00 PM on weekdays, so early arrival is helpful. Portions are generous for the price, making it popular for both value and as a soothing meal. The clientele spans students to tourists, and the service remains attentive. Groups can add more chicken or toppings like scallions, mushrooms, and rice cakes.