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Korean-Chinese · Sinchon & Ewha, Seoul

Hyodonggak

효동각

On TVBlue RibbonGreat for solo diners ⓘ

A tiny one-dish restaurant near Yonsei University that opens for about two and a half hours at lunch and serves only jajangmyeon. The black bean sauce is old-style and meatless, made with vegetables and hand-cut noodles, mild rather than sweet. Expect a queue at noon and self-service water and pickles.

서울특별시 서대문구 연대동문길 24

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How it works here

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Waiting

30-60 min wait
Just join the line

Lines form before the 11:50 opening and noodles can run out early.· 3 reviews

Long line? Locals' picks nearby

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What to order

📖 What is Jajangmyeon?
  • Old-style meatless jajangmyeon자장면

    A large size is also available.

How much to order

  • 👤 1One jajangmyeon; it's the only dish.
  • 👤 2Two jajangmyeon, or one large if you're hungry.
  • 👤 3–4One bowl each; tables are few, so come early.

Insider tips

  • Water, pickles and onion are self-service.· 2 reviews

Why it's famous

  • On TVFeatured on SBS 'Baek Jong-won's Top 3 Chef King' (jajangmyeon episode).· 2 reviews
  • Blue RibbonListed in the Blue Ribbon Survey.· 3 reviews

Good to know

  • Open only 11:50 am to 2:30 pm; closed Sundays and Mondays.· 3 reviews
  • Near Yonsei University, about 10 minutes' walk from Severance Hospital; no parking.· 2 reviews
Where this comes from (11 reviews)

Summarized in our own words from Korean diners' blog reviews; each fact is backed by at least two reviews. Last checked 2026-11-10.