Wonjo Hosu Samgyetang(원조 호수삼계탕)

Cuisine

Samgyetang(삼계탕 전문점)

District

Yeongdeungpo(영등포구),Seoul

Address

Seoul Yeongdeungpo-gu Dorim-ro 274-1

Wonjo Hosu Samgyetang is a perilla-seed samgyetang specialist in Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul, maintaining its reputation over decades with a thick, nutty broth that sets it apart from standard chicken soup. The base is built primarily on perilla powder blended with pine nuts and peanuts, producing a deeply savory, clean-finishing flavor without artificial enhancement. The perilla content is calibrated so that even diners who are not particular fans of the ingredient find the taste approachable, and the warming, stick-to-the-ribs quality fulfills its role as a restorative tonic. The chicken retains a tender yet firm texture that holds up well against the thick broth, making each spoonful richly satisfying. Fresh, long-cut cucumber and chili peppers arrive at the table upon seating; dipping them into the house-made gochujang produces a sweet-spicy contrast that sharpens the appetite against the richness of the soup. The restaurant operates a mix of floor-seating (shoes-off entry) and standard chair-and-table sections, and takeout is available. The single-item menu enables rapid kitchen output. Street-side parking in front accommodates only a few vehicles; when full, a free parking lot two to three minutes on foot offers complimentary shuttle-bus service. Peak boknal (summer dog days) season produces extremely long queues, making winter the optimal period for a wait-free meal. Some diners note that prices have risen over the years and that the kkakdugi has shifted toward a sweeter profile.