Intro – 원창식당
Planning a walking trip around Gyeongbokgung Palace and Seochon Village?
Long walking routes in Jongno can quickly build up physical fatigue — especially before visiting major attractions nearby.
Wonchang Sikdang is a hidden local Dakgomtang (Korean chicken soup) restaurant located in a quiet alley near Gyeongbokgung Palace that many visitors unknowingly walk past.
This place is known among local regulars as a favorite restaurant of a major Korean corporate chairman and recently gained more attention after being featured on Korean TV.
Location – Walking Distance from Gyeongbokgung Palace
• Address: 7, Sajik-ro 9ga-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
• About 338m from Exit 1 of Gyeongbokgung Station
• Around 5–7 minutes on foot
✔ Google Maps Location:
👉 View Wonchang Sikdang Location & Walking Directions on Google Maps
Many visitors unknowingly walk past this restaurant before heading toward:
• Tongin Traditional Market
• Bukchon Hanok Village
• Cheong Wa Dae Sarangchae
• Gyeongbokgung Palace Main Gate
Opening Hours
• Daily: 07:00 AM – 09:00 PM
• Lunch hours may require waiting after recent TV feature
• Price: ₩10,000 (Approx. $7–8 USD)
Recommended Menu (Verified Only)
• Dakgomtang (Korean Chicken Soup)
Other menu items are available, but this recommendation is based only on the Dakgomtang dish.
Taste or quality of other menu items has not been personally verified.
Broth Taste Tip (Good for First-Time Visitors)
The broth is known for its:
• Clear appearance
• Light and clean taste
• Mild flavor profile
Because of this, the soup is easy to enjoy even for first-time visitors to Korea who may not be familiar with traditional Korean flavors.
If the taste feels too mild, adding a small amount of salt is recommended to adjust the seasoning to your preference.
Dakgomtang vs Samgyetang (At Wonchang Sikdang)
At Wonchang Sikdang, the Dakgomtang is prepared in a traditional stamina-boosting style that includes ginseng and jujube in the broth.
Unlike Samgyetang, which uses a whole young chicken stuffed with glutinous rice, medicinal herbs, ginseng, and jujube, Dakgomtang here is served with shredded chicken meat for easier eating while still maintaining the benefits of a recovery-focused Korean soup.
Both dishes are traditionally known in Korea to help restore physical energy and reduce fatigue — making Dakgomtang a lighter alternative before long walking trips around Gyeongbokgung and Seochon.
How to Eat Dakgomtang (Local Tip)
• Pour the rice directly into the soup
• Mix it well with the broth
• Eat together with kimchi and pickled radish
In Korea, Dakgomtang is considered a traditional recovery meal.
Finishing the soup broth completely is recommended when eating it as a stamina-boosting dish before walking.
Experience – Hidden Spot Turned Popular After TV Feature
Wonchang Sikdang was previously known mainly by regular customers, and many visitors would unknowingly walk past this hidden local spot.
After being introduced on a Korean TV program recently, the restaurant has become more popular among visitors.
During lunch hours, waiting lines are now common.
Final Thoughts
If you’re planning a Seochon + Gyeongbokgung walking itinerary, having Dakgomtang at Wonchang Sikdang beforehand can genuinely make your walking experience more comfortable.
This local restaurant is also a great stop on your
Jongno 1 Day Walking Route Near Gyeongbokgung Palace
Practical Information
✔ Google Maps Location:
👉 View Wonchang Sikdang Location & Walking Directions on Google Maps
Nearby Attractions in Seochon
• Visit Korean Chicken Soup in Seochon Near Gyeongbokgung
If you’re planning a Jongno 1 Day Walking Route near Gyeongbokgung Palace,
this local restaurant is a great place to stop by for a healthy Korean meal.
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