How do I get to Gaeseong Mandu Koong?

Gaeseong Mandu Koong is located at 서울특별시 종로구 인사동10길 11-3. You can reach it by subway or bus. Check Google Maps for the best route from your location.

What are the must-try dishes at Gaeseong Mandu Koong?

The signature dish is the Joraengi Tteok Mandu-guk (acorn-shaped rice cake dumpling soup). The Mandu Jeongol (dumpling hot pot) and Gaeseong Beoseot Mandu Jjim (steamed mushroom dumplings) are also highly recommended.

Is this restaurant recognized by any food guides?

Yes, Gaeseong Mandu Koong is a Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant, recognized for offering high-quality food at good value. It has maintained this distinction for multiple consecutive years.

Do I need a reservation?

Reservations are accepted but not always required. However, the restaurant can get very busy during lunch hours (12:00-13:00), so arriving early or making a reservation is recommended. Note there is a break time from 15:00-16:00.

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Gaeseong Mandu Koong

Name: Gaeseong Mandu Koong
Price range: $$
Location: 서울특별시 종로구 인사동10길 11-3

Address서울특별시 종로구 인사동10길 11-3

Price$$

Cuisinekorean, dumpling

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Highlights

✦75+ years of dumpling history
✦Authentic Gaeseong-style large mandu
✦Delicately thin handmade wrappers

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✦Authentic Korean dining experience for tourists

✦Located in popular Seoul neighborhood

Visitor Tips

Lunch hours (12-1 PM) are busiest — arrive early or visit at 2 PM for shorter waits

Most Korean BBQ restaurants expect you to order at least 2 servings per person

Ask staff to help you grill if its your first time — they are happy to assist

Side dishes (banchan) are free and refillable at most Korean restaurants

Cash and cards both accepted — T-money card works for nearby subway

How to Get There

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Anguk Station (Line 3) Exit 6, 3-min walk to Insadong.

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Hours

Sun11:30 - 20:00

Mon11:30 - 20:00

Tue11:30 - 21:30

Wed11:30 - 21:30

Thu11:30 - 21:30

Fri11:30 - 21:30

Sat11:30 - 21:30

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