[2025 Seoul Restaurant] Travel Guide for Wangbijip Myeongdong Main store (Updated Jul)

We had been wanting to try the famous Hanwoo beef for the longest time, and what better place than Seoul, Korea? After reading many glowing reviews, we decided to visit Wangbijip Myeongdong Main Store—and it did not disappoint. The Hanwoo beef was excellent—tender, sweet, and clearly of high quality. Compared to Wagyu, it was less fatty, which made it more palatable and enjoyable for us. Each bite was flavorful and satisfying, showing why Hanwoo is so highly regarded. The side dishes were delicious too, complementing the meat perfectly. The restaurant itself has a classic Korean BBQ vibe—simple, lively, and welcoming, with all the usual setup for grilling at your table. If you’re in Seoul and craving authentic Korean beef, Wangbijip in Myeongdong is definitely worth a visit. #summervacay #Wangbijip #HanwooBeef #KoreanBBQ #MyeongdongEats #SeoulFoodie #GrillExperience #HanwooInSeoul #KBBQLovers #AuthenticKoreanFood #SeoulDiningExperience #korea #koreatrip #seoul #seoultrip

#AbsolutelyFreeTrip If you want a great lunch for one person, try "Wangbiga Main Branch" 📍2F, 63-3, Chungmuro ​​2-ga, Jung-gu, Seoul Myeongdong Station Exit 9 3 minutes walk ✾Business hours 11:30-22:00 (break time 14:00-16:30) ✾Closed days Open all year round 𓊆Lunch time Until 17:00𓊇 ・Order the Deji Kalbi set meal Weekdays 15,000W Holidays 17,000W The pork ribs, grilled softly over charcoal, have just the right amount of fat and a chewy texture, and are deliciously sweetly seasoned🤤⟡.· Banchan doesn't use any chemical seasonings, so they're all homemade and good for your body👌ˊ˗ It's the best deal and delicious lunch, so go and try it🇰🇷 #SeoulTrip #AsiaTrip #Tourism #MyeongdongGourmet #Lunch #DejiKalbi #KoreanFood #Myeongdong #seoultrip #myeongdong #KoreaSoloTrip

#0yentrip ❣️Recommended points: The staff will grill everything for you! The interior is beautiful, and the food is delicious. It comes with a variety of small dishes, so you can eat a lot of vegetables, which is healthy and filling. 🕰️Visited: March 2025, around 10pm? 👥Crowdiness: The first store was crowded, so I was guided to the new second store, which was clean and empty! 🏖️Atmosphere/facilities: There are sometimes Japanese people there. You can relax and eat on the sofa seats. Please go and post some nice photos📷!

📍Itinerary Introduction Day 1: Hong Kong>Incheon>Hongdae Day 2: Namdaemun Children's Clothing Street + Market > Dongdaemun Cheonggyecheon Stream + Gwangjang Market > Myeongdong Day 3: Han River Park Cruise + Picnic > Goyang Sauna Day 4: Charter a car to Gangchon Rail Bike > Nami Island Day 5: Everland Day 6: Charter car, Huagaishan Garden Monorail > Dalongli Market > Chaoyang Textile Cafe > LUGE Slope Luge > Myeongdong Nanta Show Day 7: Starfield Library + Bongeunsa Temple > Lotte Aquarium > Myeongdong Day 8: Hongdae > Incheon > Hong Kong 🚇Transportation Climate Travel Card 7days 20,000 KRW, convenient and affordable Children use T-money 🍜Special Food Toyokawa Eel Princess's House Chuncheon Spicy Fried Chicken Market Snacks 🏠Accommodation recommendations A group of 8 people, including old and young, B&B is the most convenient But South Korea is very strict in sorting out garbage and spent a lot of time researching 😅

### **Seoul Myeongdong Guide** Myeongdong (명동) is one of the most prosperous shopping, food and entertainment centers in Seoul. It is home to international brands, Korean cosmetics stores, traditional snacks and trendy fashion. It is suitable for shopping, eating and experiencing Korean pop culture. --- ## **📌 Must-see highlights in Myeongdong** ### **🛍️ Shopping Recommendations** 1. Beauty Store - **Olive Young**: Korea’s largest drugstore chain, must-buy facial masks and skincare products. - **Innisfree, Etude House, 3CE**: Korean cosmetics brand flagship stores, often offering discounts. 2. Fashion shopping - **Lotte Young Plaza**: young fashion apparel and K-pop peripherals. - **ALAND**: A Korean designer brand collection store. - **SPAO, MIXXO**: affordable Korean clothing. 3. Duty Free Shops - **Lotte Duty Free Shop (Myeongdong Main Store)**: luxury goods, beauty products, and Korean specialties. - **New World Duty Free Shop**: a concentration of high-end brands. ### **🍜 Food Recommendations** 1. **Street Food** (Myeongdong Main Street) - **Spicy Rice Cake (떡볶이)** - **Korean fried chicken (치킨)** (recommended **BHC** or **Kyochon**) - **Egg Cake (계란빵)** - **Tornado Potato (회오리 감자)** 2. **Restaurant recommendations** - **Myeongdong Dumplings (명동교자)**: Sliced ​​noodles and dumplings are a must-try! - **Wang Fei's House (왕비집)**: A famous Korean BBQ restaurant. - **Sacred Snow Soup (신선설농탕)**: Beef soup with rice. ### **🎭 Culture and Entertainment** 1. **Myeongdong Cathedral** (the first Gothic Catholic church in Korea, suitable for taking photos) 2. NANTA (South Korea's representative silent comedy show) 3. **K-pop merchandise stores** (such as **SMTOWN COEX** or **Myeongdong Album Store**) --- ## **🚇 Transportation** - **subway**: - Line 4 **Myeongdong Station (명동역)** Exit 6 - Line 2 **Euljiro 1-ga Station** Exit 5 - **Bus**: Multiple lines are available, such as **104, 105, 263, 507**, etc. --- ## **⏰ Best time to visit** ✅ **Afternoon~Evening** (all shops are open, night market snack stalls are open) ❌ Avoid Mondays as some shops may be closed. --- ## **💡 Tips** 1. **Tax refund**: You can get a tax refund for purchases over 30,000 won. Remember to bring your passport. 2. **Currency exchange**: The exchange rate in Myeongdong is better, and the **Currency exchange in front of the embassy** is recommended. 3. **Language**: Most of the store staff can speak Chinese, so there is no need to worry about communication problems. Myeongdong is a must-visit fashion destination in Seoul, perfect for shopping, eating and taking beautiful photos! 🛒🍢📸

#11月好去地方2024 Every time I travel to Seoul, South Korea, I will go to eat barbecue. This time I chose Wang Fei's House, a very famous Korean beef restaurant. This restaurant has branches. I chose the main store in Myeongdong. This barbecue is really as good as it is said to be. The meat is super fresh and delicious. The side dishes are also very good. The fire is my favorite charcoal fire, which is very good. The only drawback is that the price is relatively expensive. #sunway #usj #Koreanbeef #Seoul #Seoulrestaurant

#cherryblossom2024 Nestled in the vibrant heart of Myeongdong, Wangbijip Korean BBQ is a culinary gem that deserves every bit of its praise. On my recent visit, I had the pleasure of ordering both the beef and pork options, and each left a lasting impression. The beef was notably succulent, perfectly marbled and grilled to a sublime tenderness that melted delightfully in the mouth. Each slice was rich in flavor, absorbing the smoky essence of the grill which complemented its natural juicy goodness. The pork was no less impressive. It boasted a juicy, tender texture that paired beautifully with the traditional sides and sauces. The meat’s high quality and the grill’s consistent heat worked in harmony to highlight the pork’s robust flavors. Service at Wangbijip was efficient and the ambiance was comfortably authentic, making it an ideal spot for both casual diners and tourists looking to indulge in genuine Korean cuisine. The pricing was reasonable, considering the high quality of the ingredients and the overall dining experience. Overall, Wangbijip Korean BBQ is a must-visit for anyone in Myeongdong. Whether you’re a fan of beef, pork, or simply looking to dive into a wide array of traditional Korean dishes, this restaurant will not disappoint. An absolute delight for the taste buds!

This is the BEST Korean bbq I ever had!! First time trying the famous Hanwoo beef in Korea and I love it!! What’s best is that a real Korean oppa grilled meat for me 😍😍 This is not the cheapest Korean bbq place in Korea, is bit pricey. But I think is totally worth it to pay abit more to get good quality beef and ingredients! I mean look at their side dishes, is so nicely presented and it’s very yummy as well! My fav is the pumpkin salad and I had 2 shares of it, oh did I mention all the side dishes are free flow?! The quality of the meat are really fresh, beef is really tender and nice. It’s so nice that we added one more set of pork 😍 you must complete this meal with. Beer, somehow the beer in Korea is not so bitter which why I really like it! And it’s so cheap here omg, their soju are like less than SGD $2? Anyways, I highly recommend this place :)

Thank god we found WBJ at Myeong-dong when despite arriving late in the evening. Tucked at a quiet corner of Myeong-dong it is easy to miss the resteif you don't keep a look out for the signage. Thankfully we relied on google map to find nearby restaurants. Had our first dinner here and tasted our first Hanwoo in a Longggggggg Looooooong time... It's quiet as we were the only tourist. Like the reviews mentioned it is a great place for korean barbecues. Great services and high quality meat at a reasonable price. Not to mention fantastic location. Only 5 mins from our hotel. Highly recommended! Will definitely revisit again. #wintergetaway #hanwoo #koreanbbq #seoulfun #seoulfarsoulgood