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Top 10 Oldest Korean Restaurants in Seoul
Ever wondered what are the oldest Korean restaurants in Seoul? Here is the list of top 10 oldest (& delicious) restaurants, in the order of the history. The oldest restaurant, "Imun Seolnongtang" that opened in 1904, boasts a history of more than 100 years.
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Imun Seolnongtang 이문설농탕
Opened in 1904, It is the oldest restaurant in Korea. It serves original Seolnongtang (Korean broth soup made from ox bones, brisket and other cuts)
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Woo Lae Oak 우래옥
Opened in 1946, it is most known for its Pyeongyang Naengmyeon (cold noodles which is popular especially during Summer among the Koreans). It also serves authentic Korean cuisine such as Bulgogi and Galbi, all from original Korean beef called "Hanwoo."
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Cheong Jin Oak 청진옥
Opened in 1937, it is famous for "Haejangguk," which refers to all kinds of soup eaten as hangover cure in Korean cuisine.
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Oak Cheon Oak 옥천옥
Opened in 1904, it mainly serves "seollongtang" (Korean broth soup made from ox bones, brisket and other cuts), especially known for its rich and thick soup.
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Gombo Chutang 곰보추탕
Opened in 1933, it specializes in one of the most original tastes of Chutang (mudfish soup).
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Yong Geum Oak 용금옥
Opened in 1932, it also serves mudfish soup and it is located in the heart of Seoul, near Cheonggyecheon stream and City Hall which makes the place even more attractive.
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Ha Dong Kwan 하동관
Opened in 1939, it is the most representative Gomtang (traditional Korean soup boiled with beef bone) restaurant in Seoul.
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HyeongJae Chueotang 형제추어탕
Opened in 1926, it specializes in mudfish soup, which is considered one of the stamina foods among the Koreans. Many former presidents have visited this place.
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Eunho Sikdang 은호식당
Opened in 1932, it offers a variety of different stews made by boiling various beef and bone parts such as oxtail, head and others.
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Han Il Kwan 한일관
Opened in 1939, it is a prestigious and upscale Korean restaurant well known for its Bulgogi and a very enjoyable course meal. Many former presidents have visited this restaurant. A great place for a light business lunch or dinner.
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