# Myeongdong Korean restaurant with pork gomtang: Baekok Myeongdong

- By Gangwon Walker (https://superchart.com/en/@gangwon-notes/)
- Written Sep 10, 2026
- Local places › Restaurants › Jung-gu, Seoul
- Sponsored: This visit was sponsored by the business.
- English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@gangwon-notes/myeongdong-baekok-clear-pork-gomtang/
- Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@gangwon-notes/myeongdong-baekok-clear-pork-gomtang/index.md)

## In short

Baekok Myeongdong is a Korean restaurant in Myeongdong, Jung-gu, Seoul, serving clear yet rich pork gomtang. I ordered pork gomtang and four cabbage dumplings on my own; the huge pork slices, juicy filling, and no-break-time hours were especially satisfying. Verdict: I’d happily return when I’m craving a neat, comforting bowl of gomtang in Myeongdong.

## Good to know

- **Address**: 1F and B1, 8-23 Myeongdong 8-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea
- **Hours**: Daily 11:00–22:00
- **Break time**: None
- **Gomtang varieties**: Pork gomtang, yak gomtang, yeol gomtang
- **Pork gomtang**: ₩11,000
- **Four cabbage dumplings**: ₩8,000
- **Seating**: Four-person tables and group tables

*as written by the visitor on Sep 10, 2026*

## Finding Baekok Myeongdong (백옥 명동) in a Myeongdong alley

![The way to Baekok in a Myeongdong alley](https://img.superchart.com/images/myeongdong-baekok-clear-pork-gomtang/myeongdong-baekok-clear-pork-gomtang-01-1gpaq-1200.webp)

If it’s your first time in Myeongdong, or you don’t come here often, you might be surprised and think, “There’s a restaurant here..??” (Because that was me, haha. I went in going, “Surely this is the alley?” haha.)

![Baekok standing sign farther into the alley](https://img.superchart.com/images/myeongdong-baekok-clear-pork-gomtang/myeongdong-baekok-clear-pork-gomtang-02-1l54p-900.webp)

Thankfully, there was a standing sign farther into the alley, so I stopped doubting myself and found my way in~ The address is 1F and B1, 8-23 Myeongdong 8-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, and it’s open daily from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. There’s no separate break time, so I even came out after eating at 3 p.m.~

## A graceful, spotless interior

![Baekok's graceful and clean interior](https://img.superchart.com/images/myeongdong-baekok-clear-pork-gomtang/myeongdong-baekok-clear-pork-gomtang-03-xh5x7-900.webp)

The interior was really graceful and clean. There happened to be no other customers, so I could take photos comfortably. The tidy atmosphere felt relaxing.

![Baekok interior with a neat atmosphere](https://img.superchart.com/images/myeongdong-baekok-clear-pork-gomtang/myeongdong-baekok-clear-pork-gomtang-04-uhph4-900.webp)

![Four-person and group tables at Baekok](https://img.superchart.com/images/myeongdong-baekok-clear-pork-gomtang/myeongdong-baekok-clear-pork-gomtang-05-1xcfp-900.webp)

There are four-person tables as well as group tables. I think families could all sit together here without any trouble~

## Ordering pork gomtang and cabbage dumplings

![Menu for pork gomtang and cabbage dumplings](https://img.superchart.com/images/myeongdong-baekok-clear-pork-gomtang/myeongdong-baekok-clear-pork-gomtang-06-1yxf1-900.webp)

There were three main kinds of gukbap (rice soup): pork gomtang, yak gomtang, and yeol gomtang. I got the standard signature pork gomtang for ₩11,000, along with four cabbage dumplings for ₩8,000~ (Honestly, I wanted the naengjeyuk, or chilled boiled pork, too... but I was alone, so I couldn’t order it, sob..) 

![Salt, pepper, and side dishes on the table](https://img.superchart.com/images/myeongdong-baekok-clear-pork-gomtang/myeongdong-baekok-clear-pork-gomtang-07-1vu50-900.webp)

There was salt and pepper on the table, and they gave me a dipping sauce and kkakdugi (cubed radish kimchi)~

![Kkakdugi cut into small pieces](https://img.superchart.com/images/myeongdong-baekok-clear-pork-gomtang/myeongdong-baekok-clear-pork-gomtang-08-l7wcq-900.webp)

The kkakdugi was cut into small pieces, which was convenient because I didn’t have to open my mouth wide and bite through it, haha. (When you go to a gukbap place, don’t you all either cut one big piece with scissors or bite it apart..?? I always tear it apart with my teeth, haha.)

## Pork gomtang with a clear yet rich broth

![Pork gomtang topped with scallions and meat](https://img.superchart.com/images/myeongdong-baekok-clear-pork-gomtang/myeongdong-baekok-clear-pork-gomtang-09-tqkb3-900.webp)

My pork gomtang came out~ It had an incredibly clear broth, topped with scallions and large pieces of meat.

![Pork gomtang with clear broth](https://img.superchart.com/images/myeongdong-baekok-clear-pork-gomtang/myeongdong-baekok-clear-pork-gomtang-10-vy3y6-900.webp)

The broth was such a clear, rich gomtang broth. I loved how deep yet clean it tasted.

![Pork gomtang with meat and rice](https://img.superchart.com/images/myeongdong-baekok-clear-pork-gomtang/myeongdong-baekok-clear-pork-gomtang-11-gosfy-900.webp)

![Gomtang with large pieces of meat](https://img.superchart.com/images/myeongdong-baekok-clear-pork-gomtang/myeongdong-baekok-clear-pork-gomtang-12-1fvvc-900.webp)

There was rice beneath the big pieces of meat, and there were four or five really, really large slices.

![Hand-sized piece of meat from the gomtang](https://img.superchart.com/images/myeongdong-baekok-clear-pork-gomtang/myeongdong-baekok-clear-pork-gomtang-13-h2r7r-900.webp)

One piece was as big as my whole hand!! The lean and fatty parts were nicely balanced, and I liked that there was more lean meat~ haha. The meat was super tender, with a pleasantly springy chew in the mouth, too. (Dipping it in the red sauce definitely brought out more savory flavor.) Also, I prefer gomtang as-is rather than with pepper or salt, so I didn’t add either. Its natural flavor was delicious enough on its own~~

## Juicy dumplings wrapped in cabbage leaves

![Cabbage dumpling wrapped in a cabbage leaf](https://img.superchart.com/images/myeongdong-baekok-clear-pork-gomtang/myeongdong-baekok-clear-pork-gomtang-14-khqau-900.webp)

The cabbage dumplings I ordered came out. Dumpling filling was tucked inside cabbage leaves. It was kimchi dumpling filling, and it was packed in sooo generously.

![Kimchi cabbage dumpling packed with filling](https://img.superchart.com/images/myeongdong-baekok-clear-pork-gomtang/myeongdong-baekok-clear-pork-gomtang-15-3yms0-900.webp)

At first, I thought an actual whole dumpling had been wrapped in cabbage, but that wasn’t it—it was just the dumpling filling shaped into a bundle and wrapped in a cabbage leaf. (It was so fascinating that it stayed together, haha.)

![Cabbage leaf and dumpling filling ingredients](https://img.superchart.com/images/myeongdong-baekok-clear-pork-gomtang/myeongdong-baekok-clear-pork-gomtang-16-77p13-900.webp)

When I took a bite, the whole cabbage leaf came right into my mouth and only the dumpling filling was left~ hahaha. There were all sorts of ingredients inside, including tofu, kimchi, and glass noodles. I think the tofu made the filling even juicier, hehe.

![Cross-section of a juicy cabbage dumpling](https://img.superchart.com/images/myeongdong-baekok-clear-pork-gomtang/myeongdong-baekok-clear-pork-gomtang-17-afr7q-900.webp)

![Dumpling filling with tofu and kimchi](https://img.superchart.com/images/myeongdong-baekok-clear-pork-gomtang/myeongdong-baekok-clear-pork-gomtang-18-1yu2u-900.webp)

Both the cabbage leaves and the filling inside were so soft and juicy that I really recommend ordering the cabbage dumplings~ I was sooo full after just two.. haha.

![Pepsi Zero ordered to finish the meal](https://img.superchart.com/images/myeongdong-baekok-clear-pork-gomtang/myeongdong-baekok-clear-pork-gomtang-19-a5a99-900.webp)

After having the warm broth, I started craving something fizzy. So I ordered a Pepsi Zero, too. One sip and the meal ended sooo satisfyingly~!!

## A Myeongdong gomtang spot that was easy to visit alone

When I’m craving clear yet rich gomtang, I think Baekok will come to mind. Baekok is a chain with several branches besides the Myeongdong location. Apparently, it’s already widely known in Myeongdong as a great gomtang restaurant. I ate here alone, but there were other solo diners as well as international visitors. And I really loved that there was no break time. The staff were kind, too, so I was able to enjoy my meal with peace of mind~

![Area stocked with mouthwash and toothpicks](https://img.superchart.com/images/myeongdong-baekok-clear-pork-gomtang/myeongdong-baekok-clear-pork-gomtang-20-14z1d-900.webp)

On the way out, there was mouthwash and toothpicks ready, which was nice for freshening up in the restroom after eating. Baekok Myeongdong has that kind of thoughtful touch, too—I think I’d visit again next time I’m in Myeongdong~

## Where it is

- Baekok Myeongdong (백옥 명동)
- 1F and B1, 8-23 Myeongdong 8-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea
- 서울특별시 중구 명동8길 8-23 지하1층, 1층
- 37.5628872, 126.9839841
- Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EB%B0%B1%EC%98%A5%20%EB%AA%85%EB%8F%99/@37.5628872,126.9839841,17z

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