# Dongmyo Indian curry restaurant with 9 Blue Ribbon years: Namaste - By Minseo Ok (https://superchart.com/en/@seochon-evening-bowl/) - Written Sep 19, 2026 - Local places › Restaurants › Jongno, Seoul - Sponsored: This review was written after receiving a complimentary meal from the restaurant. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@seochon-evening-bowl/dongmyo-namaste-blue-ribbon-couple-set/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@seochon-evening-bowl/dongmyo-namaste-blue-ribbon-couple-set/index.md) ## In short Namaste Dongmyo Branch is an Indian curry restaurant on the second floor of a building right outside Dongmyo Station in Jongno, Seoul, and it has been named to the Blue Ribbon list for nine years running since 2018. A married couple ordered the couple set and worked through samosa, chicken tikka, shrimp chili, chicken makhani, vegetable curry, rice and garlic naan in one spread. With Indian decor throughout and wide gaps between tables, Namaste Dongmyo Branch is an easy pick for a change-of-pace meal while browsing Dongmyo. ## Good to know - **Hours**: Daily 11:00–22:00 - **Last order**: 21:00 - **Parking**: Not available (close to the subway station, so public transit is recommended) - **Couple set includes**: Samosa, chicken tikka, shrimp chili, 2 curries, rice, naan - **Curries served this time**: Chicken makhani, vegetable curry - **Award**: Named to the Blue Ribbon list 9 years running since 2018 - **Location**: 2nd floor, 18 Jibong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul — right outside Dongmyo Station *as written by the visitor on Sep 19, 2026* These days a lot of people head to Dongmyo to browse the market or vintage shops. I found an exotic restaurant you can eat at during a date or a hangout with friends in Dongmyo—Namaste Dongmyo Branch, where you can get Indian curry. This place is right in front of Dongmyo subway station, so it's easy to find, and from the atmosphere to the food, everything feels wonderfully exotic, making it worth a visit at least once. Plus, it's a Blue Ribbon restaurant in Dongmyo that's been recognized for 9 years running. ## What is the atmosphere like inside Namaste Dongmyo Branch? Namaste Dongmyo Branch is on the 2nd floor of the building, and as soon as you climb the stairs, an exotic space full of Indian-style decorations and props unfolds. The restaurant is bigger than expected with plenty of room between tables, so it's great for couples, or even groups. ![Exotic atmosphere at the 2nd-floor entrance of Namaste Dongmyo Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/dongmyo-namaste-blue-ribbon-couple-set/dongmyo-namaste-blue-ribbon-couple-set-01-10aai-966.webp) The exotic atmosphere hits you the moment you climb the stairs to the 2nd floor! The entrance alone feels really special, right? ![Interior decorated with Indian-style decor and props](https://img.superchart.com/images/dongmyo-namaste-blue-ribbon-couple-set/dongmyo-namaste-blue-ribbon-couple-set-02-pq4yl-966.webp) There were so many Indian-style decorations and props scattered throughout the restaurant that it felt like being abroad. There were also traditional-looking sculptures, giving off the feeling of a mini trip to India. ![A corner of the restaurant with traditional sculptures](https://img.superchart.com/images/dongmyo-namaste-blue-ribbon-couple-set/dongmyo-namaste-blue-ribbon-couple-set-03-k6vws-966.webp) ![Namaste Dongmyo Branch's dining hall with wide table spacing](https://img.superchart.com/images/dongmyo-namaste-blue-ribbon-couple-set/dongmyo-namaste-blue-ribbon-couple-set-04-vu6fr-966.webp) The restaurant was bigger than I expected, with a lot of tables and plenty of space between them. It looked like there was a group seating area in the back too. It's great for couples like us, but also fine for friends or larger groups. ## Namaste Dongmyo Branch menu: what comes in the couple set? Namaste Dongmyo Branch's couple set comes with samosa, chicken tikka, shrimp chili, 2 types of curry, rice, and naan. There were so many curries and dishes on the menu that we agonized over what to pick and just went with this set. ![Namaste Dongmyo Branch's menu](https://img.superchart.com/images/dongmyo-namaste-blue-ribbon-couple-set/dongmyo-namaste-blue-ribbon-couple-set-05-i9gmp-966.webp) The menu was even more varied than I expected. Not knowing what to choose, we just decided on the couple set. It comes with samosa, chicken tikka, shrimp chili, 2 curries, rice, and naan—really a hearty spread. ![Menu page showing the couple set composition](https://img.superchart.com/images/dongmyo-namaste-blue-ribbon-couple-set/dongmyo-namaste-blue-ribbon-couple-set-06-9hijs-966.webp) ![Menu page listing various curry dishes](https://img.superchart.com/images/dongmyo-namaste-blue-ribbon-couple-set/dongmyo-namaste-blue-ribbon-couple-set-07-b9y8y-966.webp) ![Menu page listing cooked dishes](https://img.superchart.com/images/dongmyo-namaste-blue-ribbon-couple-set/dongmyo-namaste-blue-ribbon-couple-set-08-1pd6s-966.webp) ![Menu page listing à la carte items](https://img.superchart.com/images/dongmyo-namaste-blue-ribbon-couple-set/dongmyo-namaste-blue-ribbon-couple-set-09-tqp6c-966.webp) There were so many types of curries, and behind them, so many cooked dishes too—there was just too much to photograph it all. If the couple set is too much for you, you can also comfortably order à la carte. ## How do the samosa, chicken tikka and shrimp chili taste? About 10 minutes after ordering, the dishes at Namaste Dongmyo Branch started coming out one after another. The samosa and chicken tikka, which I tried for the first time, tasted like the kind of thing that makes you want a beer. ![The first dishes that arrived 10 minutes after ordering](https://img.superchart.com/images/dongmyo-namaste-blue-ribbon-couple-set/dongmyo-namaste-blue-ribbon-couple-set-10-z6sfd-966.webp) About 10 minutes after ordering, the dishes came out quickly, one after another. It was my first time trying samosa and chicken tikka. It tasted like the kind of thing that makes you want a beer. ![Chicken tikka and shrimp chili served on one plate](https://img.superchart.com/images/dongmyo-namaste-blue-ribbon-couple-set/dongmyo-namaste-blue-ribbon-couple-set-11-gjhao-966.webp) Chicken tikka and shrimp chili came out together on one plate, in a reasonable amount. The shrimp chili tasted familiar, like something I'd had often before. The chicken tikka was really delicious—it tasted like the chicken skewers you get at a night market, if that makes sense? There was really a smoky, charred flavor to it. ![Two samosas served with ketchup](https://img.superchart.com/images/dongmyo-namaste-blue-ribbon-couple-set/dongmyo-namaste-blue-ribbon-couple-set-12-csjs7-966.webp) The samosa came out as two pieces with ketchup. My husband and I shared one each. Inside, it was packed full of curry flavor, so it was more filling than I expected. ## Chicken makhani and vegetable curry with rice and garlic naan The main curries in the couple set are chicken makhani and vegetable curry, served with rice and garlic naan. Namaste Dongmyo Branch's chicken makhani tasted a bit more authentic than I expected, and the vegetable curry surprisingly had a faint hint of kimchi flavor. ![Table set with two curries, rice, and naan](https://img.superchart.com/images/dongmyo-namaste-blue-ribbon-couple-set/dongmyo-namaste-blue-ribbon-couple-set-13-tre4o-m-966.webp) Next came the two main curries, rice, and naan from this Blue Ribbon restaurant in Dongmyo. The curries were chicken makhani and vegetable curry! ![Chicken makhani curry with pieces of meat](https://img.superchart.com/images/dongmyo-namaste-blue-ribbon-couple-set/dongmyo-namaste-blue-ribbon-couple-set-14-1kbb9-966.webp) Chicken makhani is the dish I most often order when I go for Indian curry, so I figured it would taste similar, but it was a bit more authentic-tasting than I expected. Maybe that's what made it feel more exotic and special? It was especially delicious spooned over rice. The meat inside was also nice and tender. ![Vegetable curry with plenty of chunky ingredients](https://img.superchart.com/images/dongmyo-namaste-blue-ribbon-couple-set/dongmyo-namaste-blue-ribbon-couple-set-15-wrv7d-966.webp) It was my first time trying the vegetable curry, and it had a good texture thanks to all the chunky ingredients inside. It surprisingly tasted a bit like kimchi? It obviously wasn't kimchi, but since I love kimchi, this ended up being one of my favorite dishes of the meal. ![Basic garlic naan served in three pieces](https://img.superchart.com/images/dongmyo-namaste-blue-ribbon-couple-set/dongmyo-namaste-blue-ribbon-couple-set-16-luum7-966.webp) And here's the naan, which my husband and I both love. This is the basic garlic naan. It came out in three big pieces, still warm, so we dipped it straight into the curry. ![Dipping garlic naan into creamy curry](https://img.superchart.com/images/dongmyo-namaste-blue-ribbon-couple-set/dongmyo-namaste-blue-ribbon-couple-set-17-qoe7l-966.webp) The combination of creamy curry and garlic naan feels familiar yet you keep reaching for more. Eating the curry with rice feels like a proper meal, and then dipping naan into the curry feels more like a snack—so you never get tired of the curry and can finish it all. ![Curry spooned over fluffy rice](https://img.superchart.com/images/dongmyo-namaste-blue-ribbon-couple-set/dongmyo-namaste-blue-ribbon-couple-set-18-k19c7-966.webp) Personally, I liked eating it with rice the most. The rice was cooked fluffy, and with the delicious curry spooned right on top, it was so good you didn't need any other side dishes. It's a taste that makes you understand why this place has won the Blue Ribbon for 9 years. ## Worth it for a change-of-pace meal in Dongmyo? Namaste Dongmyo Branch is a stone's throw from Dongmyo Station, making it a great stop in the middle of exploring Dongmyo. It's been a Blue Ribbon selection for 9 consecutive years since 2018, so it's a great choice whenever you're tired of the usual menu. ![The full spread of Namaste Dongmyo Branch's couple set](https://img.superchart.com/images/dongmyo-namaste-blue-ribbon-couple-set/dongmyo-namaste-blue-ribbon-couple-set-19-ovx5a-1200.webp) There's so much to see in Dongmyo that if you spend the whole day wandering around, you'll definitely need to eat at some point. If you always end up eating the same kind of food, giving Indian curry in Dongmyo a try this time is a great idea. Namaste in particular is really close to Dongmyo Station, so it's easy to get to and the food is delicious—highly recommend it. ![Storefront of Namaste Dongmyo Branch, a 9-year consecutive Blue Ribbon selection](https://img.superchart.com/images/dongmyo-namaste-blue-ribbon-couple-set/dongmyo-namaste-blue-ribbon-couple-set-20-1mpsv-966.webp) Namaste has been a Blue Ribbon selection for a whopping 9 consecutive years since 2018. The atmosphere feels like you've stepped into India itself, both exotic and quite upscale, so I hope you get the chance to visit this Blue Ribbon restaurant in Dongmyo, Namaste! ## Namaste Dongmyo Branch location, hours and parking - Hours: Daily 11:00–22:00 - Last order: 21:00 - Parking: Not available *near subway station, public transit recommended - Address: 2nd floor, 18 Jibong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea ## Where it is - Namaste Dongmyo Branch (나마스테 동묘점) - 2nd floor, 18 Jibong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea - 서울특별시 종로구 지봉로 18 2층 - 37.5717459, 127.016013 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EB%82%98%EB%A7%88%EC%8A%A4%ED%85%8C%20%EB%8F%99%EB%AC%98%EC%A0%90/@37.5717459,127.016013,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@seochon-evening-bowl/dongmyo-namaste-blue-ribbon-couple-set/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt