Authentic Jajangmyeon Near City Hall: Bokseonggak (Deoksugung Stone Wall Path Branch) - Just give it a try

 

🍜 Authentic Jajangmyeon Near City Hall: Bokseonggak (Deoksugung Stone Wall Path Branch)

If you're around Seoul City Hall and craving a classic bowl of Korean-Chinese noodles, look no further than Bokseonggak (복성각) — a long-standing favorite known for its rich, flavorful jajangmyeon and old-school charm.

📍 Location

This branch is located right along the scenic Deoksugung Doldam-gil (Stone Wall Path), just a short walk from City Hall Station (Exit 1 or 12) 🏛️. It’s on the 2nd floor of a building with a red sign, slightly hidden but well worth the find.

🍽️ What to Eat

Here’s what makes Bokseonggak stand out:

• Jajangmyeon (짜장면)
  The star of the show. Thick, chewy noodles covered in deep black bean sauce — rich, slightly sweet, and super satisfying 🖤🍝

• Jjamppong (짬뽕)
  Spicy seafood noodle soup with bold, smoky flavors 🔥🌶️

• Tangsuyuk (탕수육)
  Crispy deep-fried pork with a tangy sweet & sour sauce — crunchy, juicy, and perfect for sharing 🐖🍋

• Fried Dumplings (군만두)
  Golden-brown and crispy on the outside, packed with juicy filling inside 🥟

The flavors here are nostalgic and comforting — no fuss, just solid Korean-Chinese comfort food.

🕒 Hours

• Mon–Fri: 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM / 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM (Last order: 8:00 PM)

• Sat: 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM / 5:00 PM – 8:50 PM (Last order: 7:50 PM)

• Closed on Sundays & major holidays (Lunar New Year & Chuseok)

💡 Tip: It gets busy during lunch hours (12:00–1:00 PM), especially with nearby office workers, so try going early or later for a quieter experience.

💳 Payment & Atmosphere

• Accepts both card and cash

• Casual, clean interior — feels like a throwback to old Seoul

• Ideal for solo diners, coworkers, or families