Gwanghwamun Mijin 광화문 미진

Two bamboo trays arrive holding four bundles of glossy cold buckwheat noodles (naengmemil), with the dipping broth served in a whole kettle. The broth is sweet and savory with a light bonito smokiness, and grated radish, scallions, and crushed seaweed sit on the table for seasoning it to taste. Since the 2018 Michelin Bib Gourmand selection, queues run long even at weekday lunch; you join the list on the tablet outside or through the Tabling app, and tables turn over quickly. Bossam (boiled pork), old-style pork cutlet, and buckwheat crepes round out the menu, and side dishes come from a self-serve bar.