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What to order at Hadongkwan
- Must order
- Seolleongtang: ox-bone broth cooked until milky-white without additives.
- Signature dishes
- Seolleongtang
- Editor tip
- The kitchen closes at 15:30 sharp; arrive for an early lunch to guarantee a bowl.
CuisineKorean Traditional
Price₩
NeighborhoodJung-gu and Myeongdong
HoursDaily 07:00-15:30
Phone+82-2-776-5656
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Signature dishes: Seolleongtang
Must order: Seolleongtang: ox-bone broth cooked until milky-white without additives.
Tip: The kitchen closes at 15:30 sharp; arrive for an early lunch to guarantee a bowl.
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