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Get InspiredAsiaSouth KoreaSeoulJongsamyook

Jongsamyook

KR
Korean Barbecue·Lively, Smoky, Local Leaning
Jongsamyook
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Jongsamyook
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Jongsamyook
Photo by 종삼육 from Google Places
Jongsamyook
Photo by 종삼육 from Google Places
Jongsamyook
Photo by Friedrich Beutles from Google Places
Jongsamyook
Photo by 이채린 from Google Places
Jongsamyook
Photo by Lani Staley from Google Places

Jongsamyook offers a quintessential Seoul dining experience, specializing in charcoal-grilled pork and premium beef. The restaurant is well-loved for its generous portions and fresh, high-quality ingredients, including a variety of traditional side dishes and a divine kimchi soup. Guests can choose between indoor tables or a charming outdoor seating area, which provides a unique, smoky ambiance perfect for soaking in the local energy. Whether you are enjoying a casual dinner or a night out with friends, the combination of grilled meat, cold noodles, and soju makes for an unforgettable meal. It is a bustling, authentic spot that captures the heart of Korean barbecue culture.

Jongsamyook offers a quintessential Seoul dining experience, specializing in charcoal-grilled pork and premium beef. The restaurant is well-loved for its generous portions and fresh, high-quality ingredients, including a variety of traditional side dishes and a divine kimchi soup. Guests can choose between indoor tables or a charming outdoor seating area, which provides a unique, smoky ambiance perfect for soaking in the local energy. Whether you are enjoying a casual dinner or a night out with friends, the combination of grilled meat, cold noodles, and soju makes for an unforgettable meal. It is a bustling, authentic spot that captures the heart of Korean barbecue culture.

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Address
8-1 Donhwamun-ro 11-gil, Donui-dong,Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea
Websiteinstagram.com
Phone02-745-4450
Hours
Closing soon
Daily 12:00 PM - 1:00 AM

Highlights

  • High-quality charcoal-grilled pork and premium beef.

  • Authentic outdoor seating options on the second floor.

  • Generous portions of fresh meat and side dishes.

  • Refreshing cold noodles to finish the meal.

  • Cozy, high-energy atmosphere perfect for groups.

Best For

Authentic Korean BBQ and lively social dinners.

Currency

KRW ₩

Average Cost

$30-$60 p/day

Time of Day

Dinner, Late Night

Languages Spoken

Korean, English

Occasion Tags

Casual Drinks, Groups, Locals

Reviews

4.7
Excellent891 reviews

Jongsamyook is consistently praised as a top-tier destination for Korean BBQ in Seoul, boasting a 4.7-star rating. Reviewers frequently highlight the high quality of the charcoal-grilled pork and beef, noting that the meat is fresh and never feels greasy. The atmosphere is a major draw, with many guests loving the lively, smoky buzz and the option to dine outdoors on the second floor. The side dishes, particularly the kimchi soup and fresh vegetable wraps, are described as generous and delicious. While some mention that the premium beef can be pricey, the consensus is that the experience is well worth the cost. Overall, visitors appreciate the authentic, local feel of the restaurant and often express a desire to return.

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Location

Donhwamun-ro 11-gil, Seoul, South Korea

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