Dumpling place: Jonny Dumpling

It is obvious that this is a dumpling place as its name reflects. I have been missing their dumplings for a long time and I finally had them. They never disappoint me!

The semi fried dumpling, crispy outside and juicy and soft inside (it is amazing indeed), is their signature so that I ordered them and a bowl of mussel soup which is good for cold weather to warm your body and soul. In addition, if you add a glass of Tsingtao with these, it would be the most perfect combination at Jonny Dumpling.

Jonny Dumpling

Opening hours
Mon - Sun 11:30 - 21:30

130-3, Itaewon-dong, Yongsan-gu

Seoul, South Korea

Subway: Itaewon station (Line 6)

from exit 4, 2 minutes on foot

+82 (2) 790 8830

Noodle place: Ulmildae

I do love nangmyeon, Korean cold noodles, a lot and a lot. To be more specific, there are two different kinds of nangmyeon, which are Hamheung style and Pyungyang style. You might assume that they are the name of cities in North Korea, and yeah, you are right, as nangmyeon is North Korean food. I especially prefer the latter which has more plain taste. I guess most nangmyeon you usually have would be Hamheung style as Hamheung nangmyeon places are predominant. Thus, the taste of Pyungyang nangmyeon maybe new to you. Indeed, quite many Koreans do not prefer that much Pyungyang nangmyeon because they are unfamiliar with its taste. I would say there are likes and dislikes when it comes to the taste of Pyungyang nangmyeon. But if you would like to try something new Korean food, it would be worth trying!

I ordered Mulnangmyeon, nangmyeon in ice broth which was amazing. If you fancy having something spicy, also Bibim nangmyeon (spicy cold noodles without broth) is available. 

I hope you like Pyungyang nangmyeon with its softer noodles and milder broth. Enjoy! 

Ulmildae

Opening hours

Mon - Sun 11:00 - 22:00

147-6, Yeomri-dong, Mapo-gu

Seoul, South Korea

Subway: Daeheung (Line 6)

from exit 3, 10 minutes on foot

+82 (2) 717 1922

Thai place: Soi yeonnam

Soi yeonnam is the restaurant run by the same owner of 'Tuktuk noodle Thai', one of the most famous Thai restaurants in this area. It reminded me of the local noodle place I visited in Bangkok, which means it keeps authentic Thai taste and atmosphere.

My friend and I ordered set A, comes with a big bowl of beef soup noodles and spring rolls, which is good to share for two (You can choose thick or thin noodles). The soup was quite plain so you can make it as savoury as you want with the spices and peppers served on the table. At the moment, the menu is pretty simple as meat on a stick is no longer available. However, overall, it was satisfactory.

+ Beers go really well with the food at Soi yeonnnam!

Soi yeonnam

Opening hours
Tue - Sun 12:00 - 22:30

(Break 15:30 - 17:00)

229-67, Yeonnam-dong, Mapo-gu

Seoul, South Korea

Subway: Hongik University (Line 2)

from exit 3, 10 minutes on foot

+82 (2) 323-5130

http://twitter.com/soiyeonnam