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Jung-gu · Namdaemun Market / large-format beef short rib soup hall

Namdaemun Daega

남대문 대가

4.9 · 138 Google reviews · read them

A large, bright dining hall in the heart of Namdaemun Market with seating for over a hundred, this spot is built for the market's steady flow of shoppers and tour groups rather than a quiet meal. It's a dependable, filling stop near Seoul Station and the market's kitchenware and fabric alleys.

In short: Namdaemun Daega is a large-format beef short rib soup hall restaurant in Jung-gu · Namdaemun Market, Seoul. The dish to order is Wanggalbitang · large-cut beef short rib soup. Expect about ₩22,000 per person. Open 11:00–21:00. Closed Sundays. The Korean name is 남대문 대가 and the address is 서울특별시 중구 남대문시장길 37-3.

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At a glance₩22,000 per personHours 11:00–21:00Closed SundaysGroups & sharingFirst time in KoreaNear the sights
Galbitang beef short rib soup with glass noodles and egg garnish
Representative dish photo · stu_spivack · CC BY-SA 2.0. Cropped for layout.

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Ratings & reviews on Google

4.9138 Google reviewsas of 2026-09-13

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Wanggalbitang · large-cut beef short rib soup

A suggested order

Order the wanggalbitang — one or two full-size beef short ribs simmered in a clear broth with glass noodles — and rice on the side.

Neighborhood
Jung-gu · Namdaemun Market
Food style
large-format beef short rib soup hall
Station to look up
Hoehyeon Station (Line 4), Exit 5 — about 3 min walk into Namdaemun Market
Hours
11:00–21:00 (last order 20:30)
Closed
Closed Sundays
Typical spend
₩22,000 per person
Key prices
Wanggalbitang ₩22,000; special (three ribs) ₩29,000; bulgogi ₩25,000

What to know before ordering

Closed Sundays; the size and layout make it an easy choice for larger groups without a reservation.

For allergies or dietary restrictions, ask the restaurant about ingredients and preparation before ordering.

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