# Gomtang with beer at a Wangsimni restaurant: Geumnyeong Gomtang - By Yunseul (https://superchart.com/en/@outing-then-coffee/) - Written Sep 6, 2026 - Local places › Restaurants › Seongdong, Seoul - Sponsored: This post was written after a meal provided by the restaurant. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@outing-then-coffee/wangsimni-gomtang-beer-pollack-side/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@outing-then-coffee/wangsimni-gomtang-beer-pollack-side/index.md) ## In short Geumnyeong Gomtang is a gomtang (beef bone soup) restaurant on Wangsimnino 20-gil near Wangsimni Station in Seongdong, Seoul, with seating on two floors. Ordered as a solo meal, the basic gomtang arrived with the rice already soaked in the hot broth (toryeom) and piled with beef and rice cake slices, and every table got a free bowl of spicy pollack salad, with kimchi and radish kimchi self-served from crocks. The owner kept topping up broth and kimchi, which is why Geumnyeong Gomtang is worth a return visit. ## Good to know - **Location**: 11 Wangsimnino 20-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul (Geumnyeong Gomtang) - **What we ordered**: Basic gomtang plus one bottle of beer - **Side dishes**: Self-serve kimchi and radish kimchi from crocks; free spicy pollack salad (myeongtae hoe-muchim) at every table - **Seating**: First and second floors; fine for solo diners and groups - **Restrooms**: Men's on the first floor, women's on the second - **Hours**: Daily 10:00–22:00 - **Break time**: 15:00–17:00 *as written by the visitor on Sep 6, 2026* When the weather turns chilly or you just crave a hearty meal, a warm, rich soup is always the first thing that comes to mind! ![A bowl of gomtang at Geumnyeong Gomtang](https://img.superchart.com/images/wangsimni-gomtang-beer-pollack-side/wangsimni-gomtang-beer-pollack-side-01-1qtbz-900.webp) ![Visit photo of Geumnyeong Gomtang in Wangsimni](https://img.superchart.com/images/wangsimni-gomtang-beer-pollack-side/wangsimni-gomtang-beer-pollack-side-02-1d414-900.webp) I'd been craving a deeply simmered gomtang (beef bone soup) recently, so I made my way to the famous Geumnyeong Gomtang. ## Where is Geumnyeong Gomtang in Wangsimni, and what is the entrance like? Geumnyeong Gomtang sits on Wangsimnino 20-gil, and the moment I arrived I was greeted by a cute, garden-like entrance. It felt like stepping into a small, pretty house tucked away in the city, and my expectations went up right from the doorstep! ![Geumnyeong Gomtang's garden-like entrance](https://img.superchart.com/images/wangsimni-gomtang-beer-pollack-side/wangsimni-gomtang-beer-pollack-side-03-1oimq-900.webp) ![Area around Geumnyeong Gomtang's entrance](https://img.superchart.com/images/wangsimni-gomtang-beer-pollack-side/wangsimni-gomtang-beer-pollack-side-04-smmoa-900.webp) ![Geumnyeong Gomtang's house-like exterior](https://img.superchart.com/images/wangsimni-gomtang-beer-pollack-side/wangsimni-gomtang-beer-pollack-side-05-wejtf-900.webp) ## Two floors of seating and separate restrooms for easy solo dining Stepping inside, the whole place felt very clean and pleasant. The space is split across two floors, so there's plenty of seating with room to spare! ![Clean interior seating at Geumnyeong Gomtang](https://img.superchart.com/images/wangsimni-gomtang-beer-pollack-side/wangsimni-gomtang-beer-pollack-side-06-w132m-900.webp) It's a layout that works well whether you're eating alone or coming with a group. ![Table layout on the 1st floor of Geumnyeong Gomtang](https://img.superchart.com/images/wangsimni-gomtang-beer-pollack-side/wangsimni-gomtang-beer-pollack-side-07-1l5xm-900.webp) ![Seating area on the 2nd floor of Geumnyeong Gomtang](https://img.superchart.com/images/wangsimni-gomtang-beer-pollack-side/wangsimni-gomtang-beer-pollack-side-08-1fpfm-900.webp) One thing I found especially convenient was the restrooms! ![Sign showing restrooms split by floor at Geumnyeong Gomtang](https://img.superchart.com/images/wangsimni-gomtang-beer-pollack-side/wangsimni-gomtang-beer-pollack-side-09-6vzp3-900.webp) The men's restroom is on the 1st floor and the women's on the 2nd floor, so the flow of traffic was clean and it felt very hygienic. ![Seat at Geumnyeong Gomtang while choosing a menu](https://img.superchart.com/images/wangsimni-gomtang-beer-pollack-side/wangsimni-gomtang-beer-pollack-side-10-y237a-900.webp) ## Basic gomtang with a bottle of beer: rice soaked in the broth Sitting down, I wondered what to order — but of course, you have to try the signature dish, right? I ordered the basic gomtang, Geumnyeong Gomtang's signature menu item, along with a cold bottle of beer to go with it! ![Beer ordered alongside the basic gomtang](https://img.superchart.com/images/wangsimni-gomtang-beer-pollack-side/wangsimni-gomtang-beer-pollack-side-11-yfan3-900.webp) After a short wait, the gomtang arrived bubbling and steaming — served neatly in a brass bowl, the sight alone made my mouth water!! ![Basic gomtang served in a brass bowl at Geumnyeong Gomtang](https://img.superchart.com/images/wangsimni-gomtang-beer-pollack-side/wangsimni-gomtang-beer-pollack-side-12-14bea-900.webp) Interestingly, Geumnyeong Gomtang serves the rice already toremed (soaked and mixed) into the broth! ![Gomtang rice toremed in the broth](https://img.superchart.com/images/wangsimni-gomtang-beer-pollack-side/wangsimni-gomtang-beer-pollack-side-13-1mnl2-900.webp) Each grain of rice was soaked through with the deep, rich broth, so the first spoonful hit with a deep flavor right away. And on top of that, the portion was seriously huge! There was a generous amount of meat topping, plus chewy rice cake (tteokguk-tteok) mixed in, so it was fun picking through the bowl. Paired with a clear yet deep broth and a cold glass of beer, all the fatigue of the day just melted away! ![Gomtang with meat topping and rice cake](https://img.superchart.com/images/wangsimni-gomtang-beer-pollack-side/wangsimni-gomtang-beer-pollack-side-14-nzs6i-900.webp) ## Self-serve kimchi and radish kimchi from the crocks After all, the heart of any great gomtang restaurant is the kimchi and radish kimchi, right? ![Kimchi and radish kimchi crocks on the table](https://img.superchart.com/images/wangsimni-gomtang-beer-pollack-side/wangsimni-gomtang-beer-pollack-side-15-1a53x-900.webp) Geumnyeong Gomtang keeps a generous crock at every table so you can help yourself to as much as you like! ![Kimchi and radish kimchi scooped onto a plate](https://img.superchart.com/images/wangsimni-gomtang-beer-pollack-side/wangsimni-gomtang-beer-pollack-side-16-mucw1-900.webp) The kimchi and radish kimchi were perfectly fermented, exactly the style I love. Scooping just the right amount onto a plate and layering it on top of the gomtang made for an absolutely perfect pairing! ![Kimchi placed on top of the gomtang](https://img.superchart.com/images/wangsimni-gomtang-beer-pollack-side/wangsimni-gomtang-beer-pollack-side-17-10mlf-900.webp) ## Free spicy pollack salad at every table And the real jaw-dropper was the free side dish! Surprisingly, Geumnyeong Gomtang serves myeongtae hoe-muchim (spicy seasoned raw pollack salad) to every single table, free of charge! ![Free pollack salad served as a side dish](https://img.superchart.com/images/wangsimni-gomtang-beer-pollack-side/wangsimni-gomtang-beer-pollack-side-18-4ihrh-900.webp) I tried a bite of the sweet-and-sour, spicy pollack salad, and it was a real treat that woke up my appetite. ![A plate of sweet and spicy pollack salad](https://img.superchart.com/images/wangsimni-gomtang-beer-pollack-side/wangsimni-gomtang-beer-pollack-side-19-1gr2f-900.webp) Taking a spoonful of the mild gomtang and topping it with a bit of the pollack salad made the seasoning land just right, with the savory flavor exploding — haha, I'd strongly recommend trying it this way! ![Pollack salad piled on top of the gomtang](https://img.superchart.com/images/wangsimni-gomtang-beer-pollack-side/wangsimni-gomtang-beer-pollack-side-20-11slq-1200.webp) ## The owner who kept refilling broth and kimchi Even in the middle of enjoying the meal, there were plenty of little moments that touched me. The owner kept an eye on the whole restaurant, warmly checking in with things like, 'Do you need more broth?' and 'Is the kimchi running low?' — so touching! ![Table set with gomtang and side dishes](https://img.superchart.com/images/wangsimni-gomtang-beer-pollack-side/wangsimni-gomtang-beer-pollack-side-21-7gfnc-900.webp) I could really feel the owner's sincerity and warmth toward each and every guest, and it warmed my heart the whole time I was eating. With food this good and service and kindness this perfect, I decided I definitely have to come back! ![Table at Geumnyeong Gomtang after the meal](https://img.superchart.com/images/wangsimni-gomtang-beer-pollack-side/wangsimni-gomtang-beer-pollack-side-22-1ooe1-900.webp) ## Geumnyeong Gomtang opening hours and break time - Hours: Daily 10:00–22:00 - Break time: 15:00–17:00 ![Sign showing Geumnyeong Gomtang's business hours](https://img.superchart.com/images/wangsimni-gomtang-beer-pollack-side/wangsimni-gomtang-beer-pollack-side-23-55qm0-900.webp) From 3 to 5pm is break time for prep work, so if you plan around that window, you should be able to enjoy a great meal any time! ![Full view of Geumnyeong Gomtang in Wangsimni](https://img.superchart.com/images/wangsimni-gomtang-beer-pollack-side/wangsimni-gomtang-beer-pollack-side-24-1gm6j-900.webp) If you're near Wangsimni looking for a hearty Korean meal or a great solo dining spot, be sure to visit Geumnyeong Gomtang for its heartfelt broth and touching service! ## Where it is - Geumnyeong Gomtang (금녕곰탕) - 11 Wangsimnino 20-gil, Seongdong-gu, Seoul, South Korea - 서울특별시 성동구 왕십리로20길 11 금녕곰탕 - 37.562919, 127.0351332 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EA%B8%88%EB%85%95%EA%B3%B0%ED%83%95/@37.562919,127.0351332,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@outing-then-coffee/wangsimni-gomtang-beer-pollack-side/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt