Uraeok 우래옥

The Pyongyang naengmyeon broth tastes almost plain at first, then builds a heavy, meaty depth with each sip. Buckwheat noodles are springy yet snap cleanly, and the toppings of white kimchi, sliced boiled beef and pear add flavor without any sauce, and the only sweetness comes from the pear. Bulgogi is a small, sweet portion that works as a shared starter, and a clear galbitang with kkakdugi is the hot option. Open since 1946 in Euljiro, the restaurant takes waitlist sign-ups only in person through Tabling, and weekend lunches mean a long wait.