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Sandong Gyojagwan

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Locals' pickMichelin GuideFine on your own ⓘ

A tiny Chinese dumpling house by Apgujeong Station, run in the tradition of Korea's long-settled Chinese community (hwagyo). Its pan-fried dumplings, crisp outside and full of juice, are among the most praised in Gangnam, and the five-spice pork and stir-fried eggplant are worth sharing.

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How it works here

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Waiting

30-60 min wait
Just join the line

With only four tables, a line at meal times is normal.· 5 reviews

What to order

📖 What is Mandu?
  • Gun-mandu (pan-fried dumplings)군만두

    The star.

  • Jjin-mandu (steamed dumplings)찐만두
  • Mul-mandu (boiled dumplings)물만두
  • Ohyang-jangyuk (cold five-spice pork)오향장육
  • Gaji-bokkeum (stir-fried eggplant)가지볶음
  • Yusanseul-bap (seafood and vegetables over rice)유산슬밥

How much to order

  • 👤 1A plate of pan-fried dumplings, or yusanseul-bap.
  • 👤 2Pan-fried and steamed dumplings, plus the five-spice pork or stir-fried eggplant.
  • 👤 3-4Two kinds of dumplings, five-spice pork, stir-fried eggplant and a rice dish.

Why it's famous

  • Michelin GuideListed as a Bib Gourmand in the Michelin Guide Seoul, and a Blue Ribbon Survey restaurant.· 4 reviews

Good to know

  • Near Apgujeong Station exit 2 (Line 3), beside the Hyundai Shopping Center. Parking is very hard, so come by subway.· 3 reviews
Where this comes from (18 reviews)

Summarized in our own words from Korean diners' blog reviews; each fact is backed by at least two reviews. Last checked 2026-10-30.