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Woo Lae Oak

Cold noodle restaurant · Jongno-dong ·

Woo Lae Oak

Cold noodle restaurant · Jongno-dong ·
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The Best Barbecue in Seoul: 14 Must-Try Restaurants | Eater

"Although the naengmyeon (cold buckwheat noodles) in extra meaty broth might steal the spotlight at historic Woo Lae Oak, the restaurant has also been one of Seoul’s classic spots for barbecue since 1946. The bulgogi has been a popular choice for generations, but the pro move is to order the off-menu special: the famed naengmyeon noodles added to bulgogi broth. Although the restaurant is spacious, there’s a long line out the door all day." - Matty Kim

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Historic Korean BBQ spot renowned for flavorful Pyongyang naengmyeon

pyongyang naengmyeon
bulgogi
cold noodles
beef broth
long queue
kimchi
barbecue
historic restaurant
Google Rating
4.2 (6.3K)
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62-29 Changgyeonggung-ro, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea Get directions

₩10,000–20,000

Usually a wait
Restroom
Accepts reservations
Popular for lunch
Lunch reservations recommended
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Information

Historic Korean BBQ spot renowned for flavorful Pyongyang naengmyeon

pyongyang naengmyeon
bulgogi
cold noodles
beef broth
long queue
kimchi
barbecue
historic restaurant
Google Rating
4.2 (6.3K)
Featured in The Infatuation
Featured in
Michelin 2025 Bib Gourmand
2025 Bib Gourmand
Featured in Eater
Featured in
Featured in Conde Nast Traveler
Featured in

62-29 Changgyeonggung-ro, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea Get directions

₩10,000–20,000

Usually a wait
Restroom
Accepts reservations
Popular for lunch
Lunch reservations recommended
Woo Lae Oak by null
Woo Lae Oak by Photo by Matty Kim
Woo Lae Oak by null
Woo Lae Oak by null
Woo Lae Oak by null
Woo Lae Oak by null
Woo Lae Oak by null
Woo Lae Oak by null
Woo Lae Oak by null
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