Tosokchon Samgyetang
Tosokchon Samgyetang (토속촌삼계탕) is Seoul's most legendary ginseng chicken soup restaurant, established in 1983 and operating at the same hanok (traditional Korean house) location near Gyeongbokgung Palace for over 40 years.
Price Range
₩16,000–25,000 per person
Menu Guide
3 items
Nearest Locations for Tourists
1 spots
How to Order
Arrive early — this iconic restaurant has long queues, especially at lunch (11am-1pm). The main branch near Gyeongbokgung Palace is the original. Seat yourself when space opens. Order at the table; the Original Samgyetang is the classic choice. The chicken is served boiling hot in a stone pot. Pull the meat apart with chopsticks, season with salt and pepper on the side. The ginseng-infused rice inside the chicken is the best part. Cash and cards accepted.
Tosokchon Samgyetang (토속촌삼계탕) is Seoul's most legendary ginseng chicken soup restaurant, established in 1983 and operating at the same hanok (traditional Korean house) location near Gyeongbokgung Palace for over 40 years.
This is NOT a franchise — it is a single iconic destination seating 400 guests.
The signature Tosokchon Samgyetang (₩20,000) features a whole native chicken stuffed with glutinous rice, 4-year ginseng roots, chestnuts, jujubes, garlic, ginger, and 10+ premium ingredients simmered into a thick, milky broth.
Premium options: Ogolgye (black chicken, ₩25,000) and Wild Ginseng Root (₩26,000-31,000).
A complimentary shot of ginseng liquor is served before the meal.
The sprawling hanok complex with courtyards creates an atmosphere of old Korea — the perfect post-Gyeongbokgung lunch.
Walk-in only (no reservations), but the 400-seat capacity keeps waits at 15-40 minutes typically.
The late President Roh Moo-hyun was a famous regular.
Open 10AM-10PM, 365 days.
Located at Jahamun-ro 5-gil, Jongno-gu.
Nearest Locations for Tourists
Gyeongbokgung Main Branch
서울특별시 종로구 체부동 85-1
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