Yeji Sikdang — Restaurant in Seoul

예지분식 (Yeji Bunsik) is a hidden gem of a traditional Korean eatery that offers a delightful array of Korean home-cooked food. From the moment you step into the restaurant, you are warmly greeted by a friendly couple who take great pride in their culinary creations.

The atmosphere of 예지분식 is cozy and inviting, creating a comfortable setting for a satisfying meal. The owners' genuine hospitality adds an extra layer of warmth to the dining experience, making you feel like you're visiting a close friend's home.

When it comes to the food, 예지분식 truly excels. The menu features a variety of traditional Korean dishes, each one prepared with love and care. The portions are incredibly generous, ensuring that you will leave the restaurant feeling fully satisfied.

One standout dish is the bibimbap, a vibrant and flavorful rice bowl topped with an assortment of fresh vegetables, marinated meat, and a perfectly fried egg. The ingredients are thoughtfully chosen, resulting in a harmonious blend of textures and flavors. Each bite is a delightful combination of savory, sweet, and tangy elements.

Another must-try is the tteokbokki, a classic Korean dish consisting of chewy rice cakes cooked in a spicy sauce. The tteokbokki at 예지분식 is perfectly balanced, with a rich and satisfying heat that keeps you coming back for more. The addition of fish cakes and vegetables adds depth and variety to the dish.

The prices at 예지분식 are reasonable, considering the generous portion sizes and the quality of the ingredients used. The restaurant truly offers great value for money.

In summary, 예지분식 is a charming eatery that serves up delicious Korean home-cooked food with a smile. The friendly couple, generous portions, and flavorsome dishes make it a must-visit destination for anyone seeking an authentic and heartwarming Korean...

This resto would be the very definition of “hole-in-the-wall”. It’s another hidden find that you have to know about to find, and it has a grand total of 5 tables. The owner is really friendly though; when he saw us peek our heads in to try our luck at 10.00am (as we’d read that queues could be really long), he asked us to give him 2 minutes as a table would be vacating and we could come in. We ordered bibimbap (9,000W) and a soft tofu stew (9,000W). The steamed egg (12,000W) on menu also looked delicious, so we thought we would add that on as well. We were expecting to have a reasonably light breakfast, but the owner had other ideas - basically, he just wanted to make sure we were fed. Because the banchan kept coming. Plate after plate filled with generous portions of banchan. And they were delicious.

So too, were the bibimbap and the soft tofu stew. Apparently, soft tofu stew comes with a side of seaweed. The traditional way to eat soft tofu stew includes taking a spoonful of rice, dipping it into the stew for taste, and then wrapping it in the seaweed before popping it into your mouth. How did I never know of this?

We were half filled with regret when the steamed egg came in a giant stone pot, but by gosh this steamed egg was phenonmenal. Fluffy, creamy and so tasty. It’s been a long time since I’ve had steamed egg this good.

Also, it seems like this place is really popular with Japanese tourists. While we were there, every other customer was Japanese.

Anyway in summary, come here for great food at reasonable prices, warm and kind service, and leave with your hearts and stomachs full. Don’t forget to order the steamed...

2025.9.15 (Mon)

It is not easy to find this place because it is in a nondescript alley. Look for TWO TWO chicken and turn left into the alley. There you find this hole in wall.

It offers 27 dishes 😅 I was quite skeptical bec I always believe in specialisation. Do one dish or two dishes very well. Well, I was wrong. Maybe we ordered all the right dishes.

7 dishes for banchan! And all excellent! No wonder it uses “Sikdang”. The sundubu here is excellent and so is the seafood pajeon. Yiu need to order based on # of pax ie. no such thing as 2pax sharing 1set or 3 pax sharing 2 sets. So you better come on an empty stomach bec the food is very substantial.

We were surrounded by Japanese tourists!

Note: ✔️Payment is cash only. ✔️If you need to use the toilet, they will lead you to a nearby building to use.

A hidden gem in Myeongdong. Nothing fancy …just simple and tasty traditional Korean fare.

I will come here again. Folks like Yeji Sikdang ..don’t have the means to do marketing and probably don’t know how to do social media. And competition in this area...