Cuisine

Chinese (중국 음식점)

District

Jongno (종로구) , Seoul

Address

Seoul Jongno-gu Samildaero17-gil 15

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Near Insadong.

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Near Insadong. Xiaobao Beef Noodles Jongno Bonjeom is a Chinese noodle restaurant specializing in Taiwanese and Lanzhou-style beef noodle soup, located along the Cheonggyecheon corridor near Samil-daero in Jongno-gu, Seoul. The defining feature is the house-made hand-pulled noodles, available in eight different thickness levels, offering diners the opportunity to find their preferred texture across multiple visits. The open kitchen allows direct observation of the noodle-pulling process, adding to the dining experience. The base beef noodle broth is localized for Korean palates through the inclusion of radish, and the herbal spice profile is restrained enough to maintain overall balance. The beef, shin shank cut, is sliced to a moderate thickness, though portion sizes may feel conservative. Cilantro and pickled mustard greens (jjasai) are provided as standard accompaniments, and lajiojiang (chili oil sauce) is applied as a default topping; diners who prefer to taste the broth unadulterated should request its omission. The mayak-gopchang-myeon (addictive intestine noodles) comes paired with thickness number three, and the hyangla-yukseul suits cilantro enthusiasts as a drinking accompaniment. The guo bao rou achieves a high standard with coexisting moisture and crispness, and the eggplant tangsuyuk delivers a crisp shell around a juicy interior, earning consistent popularity. The ge-saeu-myeon (crab-shrimp noodles) is a newer addition featuring a pronounced nuttiness from crab innards. The restaurant accommodates over 50 diners with restroom facilities on-site. Lunch service suits a quick, satisfying meal, while evening service expands into a broader selection of dishes paired with alcohol. Saltiness intensity may register as strong across certain menu items.