# Self-serve kkakdugi refills at a Myeongdong gomtang restaurant: Baekok - By Somin Rye (https://superchart.com/en/@tapgol-lunch-tray/) - Written Sep 17, 2026 - Local places › Restaurants › Jung-gu, Seoul - Sponsored: This post was written after receiving a sponsored visit to the restaurant. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@tapgol-lunch-tray/myeongdong-baekok-kkakdugi-refill-gomtang/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@tapgol-lunch-tray/myeongdong-baekok-kkakdugi-refill-gomtang/index.md) ## In short Baekok Myeongdong is a pork gomtang (clear pork bone soup) restaurant in a narrow alley off Myeongdong 8-gil in Jung-gu, Seoul, a five-minute walk from Myeongdong Station Exit 6. The order was a medium pork gomtang and cabbage dumplings (4 pieces), and the kkakdugi (cubed radish kimchi) served as the basic side matched the soup so well it was refilled three times at the self-serve corner. With a clear, light broth and big chunks of meat, Baekok Myeongdong makes a filling solo meal. ## Good to know - **Location**: B1 and 1F, 8-23 Myeongdong 8-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul (5-minute walk from Myeongdong Station Exit 6) - **Hours**: Daily 11:00 - 22:00 - **Gomtang menu**: Pork gomtang / Yak-gomtang (herbal) / Yeol-gomtang (spicy) - **Side menu**: Cabbage dumplings / Cold boiled pork / Grilled pork tail - **What was ordered**: Medium pork gomtang, cabbage dumplings (4 pieces) - **How to order**: QR code at every table, ordered from your seat - **Seating**: Mostly tables for two, with a separate bar counter for solo diners - **Basic side dish**: Kkakdugi (cubed radish kimchi), refillable at the self-serve corner - **Event**: Free drink for writing a Google review *as written by the visitor on Sep 17, 2026* ![A bowl of pork gomtang at Baekok Myeongdong](https://img.superchart.com/images/myeongdong-baekok-kkakdugi-refill-gomtang/myeongdong-baekok-kkakdugi-refill-gomtang-01-ekbt0-1200.webp) On chilly days like this, I really crave something hot and soupy. While looking for dinner in Myeongdong, I found Baekok Myeongdong and went to check it out🤍 It's a place for clean, light gomtang (bone soup), so I'd recommend it to anyone hunting for a good Korean restaurant in Myeongdong. ## Where is Baekok Myeongdong and what are its hours? Baekok Myeongdong is a 5-minute walk from Exit 6 of Myeongdong Station, tucked inside a narrow alley off Myeongdong 8-gil. It's open daily from 11:00 to 22:00. > Daily 11:00 - 22:00 ![Exterior of Baekok Myeongdong in the Myeongdong 8-gil alley](https://img.superchart.com/images/myeongdong-baekok-kkakdugi-refill-gomtang/myeongdong-baekok-kkakdugi-refill-gomtang-02-18s0o-900.webp) ![Entrance of Baekok Myeongdong deep inside the narrow alley](https://img.superchart.com/images/myeongdong-baekok-kkakdugi-refill-gomtang/myeongdong-baekok-kkakdugi-refill-gomtang-03-3rjn4-900.webp) It's located in a pretty quiet alley, so unless you're specifically searching for Baekok, it's not the kind of place you'd stumble across by accident. Even I got a little confused finding it — if you're headed there, just remember it's tucked deep inside a narrow alley☺️ ![Baekok Myeongdong's sign glowing brightly in the dark alley](https://img.superchart.com/images/myeongdong-baekok-kkakdugi-refill-gomtang/myeongdong-baekok-kkakdugi-refill-gomtang-04-avonl-900.webp) Among the dark alley, only Baekok was glowing brightly, which gave me a bit of a 'Lighting Shop' drama vibe✨ Finding it tucked away in such a narrow alley made me feel like I'd discovered a hidden gem in Myeongdong. The quiet atmosphere actually made it even better🤍 ![Baekok Myeongdong gomtang menu board](https://img.superchart.com/images/myeongdong-baekok-kkakdugi-refill-gomtang/myeongdong-baekok-kkakdugi-refill-gomtang-05-14vem-966.webp) ## What's on the menu at Baekok Myeongdong? The menu at Baekok Myeongdong was super simple — three gomtang options (pork gomtang / yak-gomtang / yeol-gomtang), and side dishes of cabbage dumplings / cold boiled pork / grilled pork tail. Seeing such a minimal menu made me feel like I'd found a real hidden gem, the kind you'd expect in Euljiro. It seemed like they put all their focus into the main gomtang dish, which made me even more curious what it would taste like👀 ![Two-person tables inside Baekok Myeongdong](https://img.superchart.com/images/myeongdong-baekok-kkakdugi-refill-gomtang/myeongdong-baekok-kkakdugi-refill-gomtang-06-lckkx-966.webp) ![Solo bar counter seating at Baekok Myeongdong](https://img.superchart.com/images/myeongdong-baekok-kkakdugi-refill-gomtang/myeongdong-baekok-kkakdugi-refill-gomtang-07-jh7er-966.webp) ![Seating and lighting at Baekok Myeongdong](https://img.superchart.com/images/myeongdong-baekok-kkakdugi-refill-gomtang/myeongdong-baekok-kkakdugi-refill-gomtang-08-rylt4-966.webp) ![Interior view of tables at Baekok Myeongdong](https://img.superchart.com/images/myeongdong-baekok-kkakdugi-refill-gomtang/myeongdong-baekok-kkakdugi-refill-gomtang-09-ha76v-966.webp) ## Can you eat alone? Bar seats and tables for two Most of the seating inside Baekok Myeongdong is two-person tables, but there's a separate bar counter for solo diners too😊 It didn't feel awkward at all to dine alone, and having a comfortable solo-friendly seat means anyone looking for a good solo dining spot in Myeongdong can eat here without worry🍚 It felt like the kind of place you could drop by for a solid solo dinner. ![Interior atmosphere of Baekok Myeongdong](https://img.superchart.com/images/myeongdong-baekok-kkakdugi-refill-gomtang/myeongdong-baekok-kkakdugi-refill-gomtang-10-cnbuy-966.webp) ![Sign explaining Baekok Myeongdong's cooking method](https://img.superchart.com/images/myeongdong-baekok-kkakdugi-refill-gomtang/myeongdong-baekok-kkakdugi-refill-gomtang-11-1kgeq-m-966.webp) Apparently the meat at Baekok Myeongdong is cooked using a low-temperature method for a tender texture. The broth is made with pork leg bones and shoulder meat, which is probably why it has such a rich, deep savory flavor! It's also been featured on the TV show Saengsaeng Jeongbotong as a well-known Seoul Myeongdong restaurant📺 If you love gomtang, this is definitely worth a visit. ![QR ordering sign on a table at Baekok Myeongdong](https://img.superchart.com/images/myeongdong-baekok-kkakdugi-refill-gomtang/myeongdong-baekok-kkakdugi-refill-gomtang-12-30l7o-966.webp) ![Salt and pepper on the table](https://img.superchart.com/images/myeongdong-baekok-kkakdugi-refill-gomtang/myeongdong-baekok-kkakdugi-refill-gomtang-13-1uktr-966.webp) ## QR ordering and adjusting the seasoning At Baekok Myeongdong, you order right from your table using the QR code. Salt and pepper are also provided at each table, so you can adjust the seasoning of your gomtang to taste. The broth has a slightly salty base, so I'd recommend trying it as-is first, then adding a bit more if needed! ![Kkakdugi served as the basic side dish](https://img.superchart.com/images/myeongdong-baekok-kkakdugi-refill-gomtang/myeongdong-baekok-kkakdugi-refill-gomtang-14-zwwyj-966.webp) ## The self-serve corner: kkakdugi refilled three times The only basic side dish at Baekok Myeongdong is kkakdugi (radish kimchi), and wow… it's seriously delicious🤤 It went perfectly with the gomtang. It was so good I honestly wanted to pack some to take home haha. And the water wasn't just plain water either — it had a taste similar to hutgae (raisin tree) tea. Even the water at Baekok is good! ![Self-serve kkakdugi corner at Baekok Myeongdong](https://img.superchart.com/images/myeongdong-baekok-kkakdugi-refill-gomtang/myeongdong-baekok-kkakdugi-refill-gomtang-15-1wvsr-966.webp) There's a separate self-serve corner, so you can easily grab more while eating your gomtang. I loved the kkakdugi so much I refilled it three times😍 The combo of gomtang and kkakdugi worked so well together, I understood why so many people come here looking for the best gomtang restaurant in Myeongdong. ![Sign for the Google review event](https://img.superchart.com/images/myeongdong-baekok-kkakdugi-refill-gomtang/myeongdong-baekok-kkakdugi-refill-gomtang-16-1dguh-966.webp) Baekok is also running a Google review event. Write a review and they'll give you a drink, so don't forget to join if you visit🥤 ![Table spread of pork gomtang and cabbage dumplings](https://img.superchart.com/images/myeongdong-baekok-kkakdugi-refill-gomtang/myeongdong-baekok-kkakdugi-refill-gomtang-17-99amu-966.webp) ## What the medium pork gomtang tastes like At Baekok Myeongdong, I ordered: •Pork gomtang (medium) •Cabbage dumplings! ![Clear broth medium-size pork gomtang](https://img.superchart.com/images/myeongdong-baekok-kkakdugi-refill-gomtang/myeongdong-baekok-kkakdugi-refill-gomtang-18-cwik0-900.webp) 📍Pork gomtang (medium) — Finally, the clear pork gomtang arrived! 🍲 The broth was clear and clean, packed with really huge chunks of meat. (Only slightly exaggerating, but they were almost the size of a human face…) The portion of meat was generous enough that just one bowl left me pretty full. There was also a generous amount of rice inside the soup, so one bowl left my stomach completely full! It's a solid, filling meal — I'd recommend Baekok as a great gomtang spot near Euljiro too🙌🏻 The seasoning is a little salty by default, so try a bite first and add salt or pepper to taste😋 ![Large chunks of meat inside the pork gomtang](https://img.superchart.com/images/myeongdong-baekok-kkakdugi-refill-gomtang/myeongdong-baekok-kkakdugi-refill-gomtang-19-1rup9-900.webp) ![A spoonful of gomtang meat and rice](https://img.superchart.com/images/myeongdong-baekok-kkakdugi-refill-gomtang/myeongdong-baekok-kkakdugi-refill-gomtang-20-1rxye-900.webp) A spoonful of rice, a big piece of meat, and a bit of kkakdugi on top — that combo is pure heaven! Meat + rice + kkakdugi, need I say more😇 ![Plate of four cabbage dumplings](https://img.superchart.com/images/myeongdong-baekok-kkakdugi-refill-gomtang/myeongdong-baekok-kkakdugi-refill-gomtang-21-13o8q-900.webp) ## Cabbage dumplings (4 pieces): a first-time order 📍Cabbage dumplings (4pcs) — I'd never seen cabbage dumplings before in my life, so seeing them on the menu had me really curious. The look of them alone was a fresh surprise — the dumpling filling was wrapped in cabbage leaves instead of dumpling skin😆 When I cut a cabbage dumpling in half, it was packed full of kimchi dumpling filling. With cabbage acting as the wrapper and the filling stuffed inside, it looked so appetizing my mouth was watering😆 ![Cabbage dumpling cut in half showing kimchi filling](https://img.superchart.com/images/myeongdong-baekok-kkakdugi-refill-gomtang/myeongdong-baekok-kkakdugi-refill-gomtang-22-1du9w-900.webp) Taking a bite, the soft texture of the cabbage was really appealing. The kimchi filling inside was slightly spicy, which paired nicely with the cabbage's subtle sweetness! While regular dumpling skin is chewy, cabbage dumplings are lighter and cleaner-tasting — better than I expected, and I kept reaching for more✨ I don't know who thought of wrapping dumplings in cabbage, but even as a completely new food to me, it left quite an impression. ![Floss and mouthwash placed at the counter](https://img.superchart.com/images/myeongdong-baekok-kkakdugi-refill-gomtang/myeongdong-baekok-kkakdugi-refill-gomtang-23-ck0ll-900.webp) There's even floss and mouthwash at the counter, so you can freshen up after your meal. The owner's got great attention to detail! ![A table at Baekok Myeongdong after finishing the meal](https://img.superchart.com/images/myeongdong-baekok-kkakdugi-refill-gomtang/myeongdong-baekok-kkakdugi-refill-gomtang-24-131v7-966.webp) ## When to visit Baekok Myeongdong Overall, Baekok Myeongdong serves a clean, light broth that made for a really satisfying meal. If you're craving something hot and soupy in Myeongdong, or looking for a good spot to eat solo, this place is perfect for that! I'll definitely come back next time I'm in Myeongdong🤍 ## Where it is - Baekok Myeongdong (백옥 명동) - B1, 1F, 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 --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@tapgol-lunch-tray/myeongdong-baekok-kkakdugi-refill-gomtang/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt