# Cheongdam chicken soup restaurant with free rice refills: Mimgye - By Suhyeon (https://superchart.com/en/@seoul-bibimbap-break/) - Written Sep 20, 2026 - Local places › Restaurants › Gangnam, Seoul - Sponsored: This post was written after receiving a complimentary meal as part of an in-store sponsorship. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@seoul-bibimbap-break/cheongdam-mimigye-lunch-chicken/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@seoul-bibimbap-break/cheongdam-mimigye-lunch-chicken/index.md) ## In short Cheongdam Mimgye is a chicken specialty restaurant a 2-minute walk from Exit 8 of Cheongdam Station in Gangnam, Seoul. On a visit for two, the writer ordered spicy chicken soup (dakgaejang) for 11,000 won, a half-portion chicken soup (dakgomtang) for 10,000 won and a barley shrimp scallion pancake for 14,000 won, with unlimited rice refills at weekday lunch. Cheongdam Mimgye is an easy, wallet-friendly place for a comforting meal in Cheongdam. ## Good to know - **Address**: 20 Hakdong-ro 77-gil, 1st floor, Gangnam-gu, Seoul (31-27 Cheongdam-dong) - **Hours**: Weekdays 11:00–21:30, Saturday 11:00–21:00 (last order 1 hour before closing) - **Closed**: Every Sunday - **Dishes ordered**: Spicy chicken soup (dakgaejang) 11,000 won / Half-portion chicken soup (dakgomtang) 10,000 won / Barley shrimp scallion pancake 14,000 won - **Weekday lunch**: Unlimited rice - **Corkage**: Free - **Parking**: No private lot; Eonbuk Elementary School public parking lot, 3-minute walk - **Getting there**: Line 7 Cheongdam Station Exit 8, 2-minute walk / Bus stop Cheongdam-dong Catholic Church 1 minute, Gangnam-gu Office and Gangnam Tax Office 3 minutes - **Facilities**: Groups and reservations, men's and women's restrooms, Wi-Fi, takeout, delivery, high chairs - **Price reference**: ₩10,000 ≈ $7.2 · ₩11,000 ≈ $7.9 · ₩14,000 ≈ $10 (2026-09-20) *as written by the visitor on Sep 20, 2026* ![Full chicken dish spread at Cheongdam Mimgye](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheongdam-mimigye-lunch-chicken/cheongdam-mimigye-lunch-chicken-01-2vztu-1200.webp) *A healthy, easy-on-the-stomach chicken meal :)* A light yet filling, healthy meal in Cheongdam: Cheongdam Mimgye. I stopped by Cheongdam Mimgye, a chicken restaurant, while out in the Cheongdam area with my partner. Even in Cheongdam, it was a hearty meal at a reasonable price, and rice was unlimited during lunch hours, so it seemed to be a favorite lunch spot for nearby office workers haha ;) Since the menu is centered on chicken, it's great for a healthy meal, and the deep yet clean broth flavor stood out! Here's my review of Mimgye, a casual Cheongdam lunch spot that was comfortable to enjoy 😊 ## Where is Cheongdam Mimgye, and what are its hours and parking? Cheongdam Mimgye is located at 20 Hakdong-ro 77-gil, 1st floor (31-27 Cheongdam-dong), Gangnam-gu, Seoul, a 2-minute walk from Exit 8 of Cheongdam Station on Line 7. Hours are weekdays 11:00–21:30 and Saturday 11:00–21:00, with last order 1 hour before closing, and it's closed every Sunday. - Group/reservation seating available, men's/women's restrooms, Wi-Fi, takeout, delivery, high chairs - Free corkage - Parking: no dedicated lot, use nearby public parking (Eonbuk Elementary School public parking lot, 3 min walk) - Bus: Cheongdamdong Catholic Church 1 min walk, Gangnam-gu Office & Tax Office 3 min walk ## What Cheongdam Mimgye looks like from the street ![Mimgye's storefront in a Cheongdam-dong alley](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheongdam-mimigye-lunch-chicken/cheongdam-mimigye-lunch-chicken-02-1k8lv-966.webp) ![Mimgye entrance with chicken figures](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheongdam-mimigye-lunch-chicken/cheongdam-mimigye-lunch-chicken-03-12e77-966.webp) The cozy-looking exterior of Mimgye, tucked in a Cheongdam-dong alley :) True to being a chicken specialty restaurant, two chicken figures greet you at the entrance haha ## Inside Cheongdam Mimgye: seating, atmosphere and free corkage ![Wood-tone interior tables at Mimgye](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheongdam-mimigye-lunch-chicken/cheongdam-mimigye-lunch-chicken-04-15r3e-966.webp) ![Long stretch of interior seating at Mimgye](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheongdam-mimigye-lunch-chicken/cheongdam-mimigye-lunch-chicken-05-nktja-966.webp) The interior had a warm wood-tone design. The space stretched back further than it looked from outside, making the table layout comfortable and tidy to move through. With seating for 2 up to 4 people plus sofa seats, it looked great for office workers' lunches or small gatherings too. ![Wine glasses set out on one side of the restaurant](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheongdam-mimigye-lunch-chicken/cheongdam-mimigye-lunch-chicken-06-1244k-966.webp) Wine glasses were set out on one side of the restaurant — corkage is free. Seems like a good spot for a light drink alongside chicken dishes in the evening too ;) ## Cheongdam Mimgye menu and weekday lunch prices ![Mimgye menu board listing chicken hot pot and chicken soup](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheongdam-mimigye-lunch-chicken/cheongdam-mimigye-lunch-chicken-07-1a8jm-966.webp) True to being a chicken specialty restaurant, there's quite a variety of chicken-based dishes, from chicken hot pot to dakgomtang (chicken soup), dakgaejang (spicy chicken soup), chicken noodle soup, and chogyemyeon (cold chicken noodles). Besides soups, there are also side dishes like cheese buldak (spicy chicken) and pancakes. ![Sign for unlimited rice at weekday lunch](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheongdam-mimigye-lunch-chicken/cheongdam-mimigye-lunch-chicken-08-rajj7-966.webp) *Unlimited rice on weekday lunch 👍* For weekday lunch, there's a variety of meal options in the low-₩10,000s range like half dakgomtang or spicy dakgaejang, and rice is unlimited too. For Cheongdam, this was a hearty and affordable price point for lunch :) We visited as a pair and ordered spicy dakgaejang (₩11,000), half dakgomtang (₩10,000), and barley shrimp pancake (₩14,000). ## How do the spicy dakgaejang and half dakgomtang taste? ![Basic side dishes of kimchi, corn salad, and pickles](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheongdam-mimigye-lunch-chicken/cheongdam-mimigye-lunch-chicken-09-2wb2a-966.webp) Clean, simple banchan (side dishes) that pair well with chicken dishes — kimchi, corn salad, and pickles. ![Spicy dakgaejang topped with scallions and egg garnish](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheongdam-mimigye-lunch-chicken/cheongdam-mimigye-lunch-chicken-10-aqktm-966.webp) ![A hearty bowl of spicy dakgaejang](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheongdam-mimigye-lunch-chicken/cheongdam-mimigye-lunch-chicken-11-1mlz8-966.webp) My partner's order, spicy dakgaejang (₩11,000). Topped with shredded scallions and egg garnish, with plenty of hearty ingredients haha If you like glass noodles, definitely add some — they really give you a generous amount 👍 Spicy, rich broth plus rice. My partner's pick for a satisfying lunch 😋 This is the half dakgomtang I ordered (₩10,000). I loved the rich yet clean, savory broth flavor — ![Broth of the half dakgomtang](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheongdam-mimigye-lunch-chicken/cheongdam-mimigye-lunch-chicken-12-e8xqk-966.webp) ![Seasonings on the table like crushed garlic and pepper](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheongdam-mimigye-lunch-chicken/cheongdam-mimigye-lunch-chicken-13-i4g2z-966.webp) ![Dakgomtang with seasoning added](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheongdam-mimigye-lunch-chicken/cheongdam-mimigye-lunch-chicken-14-iwknh-966.webp) Adding crushed garlic and pepper seasoning made it even more flavorful and delicious 😋 It was nice that a variety of seasonings were set out on the table so you can adjust to your own taste :) ![Half a chicken whole in the dakgomtang](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheongdam-mimigye-lunch-chicken/cheongdam-mimigye-lunch-chicken-15-u61l5-966.webp) ![Chicken meat inside the dakgomtang](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheongdam-mimigye-lunch-chicken/cheongdam-mimigye-lunch-chicken-16-nmkwm-966.webp) ![Dakgomtang served with rice](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheongdam-mimigye-lunch-chicken/cheongdam-mimigye-lunch-chicken-17-1w0ml-966.webp) True to its name, the half dakgomtang comes with an entire half chicken in it — warm chicken broth plus chicken meat, great as a wholesome nourishing dish :) Not overly seasoned, so I'd recommend it to those watching their diet too. ## Barley shrimp scallion pancake and the complimentary chogyemyeon ![Golden-brown barley shrimp pancake](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheongdam-mimigye-lunch-chicken/cheongdam-mimigye-lunch-chicken-18-1emie-966.webp) ![Cross-section of the vegetable-packed barley shrimp pancake](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheongdam-mimigye-lunch-chicken/cheongdam-mimigye-lunch-chicken-19-1o1r0-966.webp) Golden-brown barley shrimp pancake (₩14,000). Packed with vegetables, with a subtle savory flavor from the barley shrimp and a crispy texture. Adding this one to our meal made it feel like a set menu :) ![Pancake served alongside the meal](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheongdam-mimigye-lunch-chicken/cheongdam-mimigye-lunch-chicken-20-11chk-966.webp) ![Complimentary chogyemyeon from the event](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheongdam-mimigye-lunch-chicken/cheongdam-mimigye-lunch-chicken-21-v9v4j-966.webp) If you take part in the in-store event, you also get chogyemyeon (cold chicken noodles) as a complimentary dish — and for a freebie, the portion is quite generous 👀! ![Chogyemyeon with added sauce](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheongdam-mimigye-lunch-chicken/cheongdam-mimigye-lunch-chicken-22-1psux-966.webp) ![A bite of the sweet and tangy chogyemyeon](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheongdam-mimigye-lunch-chicken/cheongdam-mimigye-lunch-chicken-23-191q3-966.webp) Adding the sauce made it sweet, tangy, and refreshing — great as a palate cleanser after the dakgomtang and pancake. If you visit, definitely try the event too ;) ![Full chicken meal enjoyed by two at Mimgye](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheongdam-mimigye-lunch-chicken/cheongdam-mimigye-lunch-chicken-24-5e54e-m-966.webp) The two of us really enjoyed a generous full spread of chicken dishes together 👍 ## Is Cheongdam Mimgye worth a lunch visit? Final verdict Mimgye was a great place for a hearty lunch in Cheongdam at a reasonable price 😊 From the gentle dakgomtang to the spicy dakgaejang and crispy pancake, the menu was varied and portions generous — an overall satisfying meal. It's a chicken specialty restaurant that's just as good for lunch as it is for a drink in the evening. If you're looking for a good-value, easy-on-the-stomach lunch spot in Cheongdam-dong, this is worth a visit ;)! ## Where it is - Cheongdam Mimgye (청담 미미계) - 20 Hakdong-ro 77-gil, 1st floor, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea - 서울특별시 강남구 학동로77길 20 1층 - 37.5199887, 127.0488471 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EC%B2%AD%EB%8B%B4%20%EB%AF%B8%EB%AF%B8%EA%B3%84/@37.5199887,127.0488471,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@seoul-bibimbap-break/cheongdam-mimigye-lunch-chicken/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt