Best Korean BBQ Spots in Myeongdong

Best Korean BBQ Spots in Myeongdong: Where Locals and Tourists Grill Together

Myeongdong isn’t just for skincare hauls and fashion finds — it’s also home to some of the best Korean BBQ in Seoul. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a BBQ enthusiast hunting for the next unforgettable bite, these five restaurants offer something for every taste. From premium black pork to two-step grilled YBD cuts, here are Myeongdong’s top BBQ spots, curated from real menus and behind-the-scenes stories.

1. Wangbijib (왕비집)

A well-known favorite, Wangbijib is where locals and international visitors meet for a classic Korean BBQ experience. The interior strikes a balance between modern and traditional, and the menu is impressively broad — from thick-cut samgyeopsal to premium hanwoo (Korean beef) steak.

• Menu Highlights: Hanwoo Salchisal ₩56,000, LA Galbi Set ₩28,000 (lunch), Samgyeopsal ₩19,000
• Address: 26 Myeongdong 8ga-gil, Jung-gu
• Homepage: wangbijib.com
• Instagram: @wangbijib_official

Wangbijib in Myeongdong

2. Yuktongryeong (육통령 명동점)

Crowned as one of Seoul’s top 3 samgyeopsal spots by Wednesday Food Talk and SBS Live Today, Yuktongryeong specializes in premium black pork that rivals the flavor of beef. Their signature "King Tomahawk" cut is a visual and culinary masterpiece.

• Menu Highlights: Tomahawk Pork Belly ₩49,000, Ogyeopsal ₩17,000, Doenjang Stew ₩8,000
• Address: 37-2 Myeongdong 8na-gil, Jung-gu
• Instagram: @yuctongryoung_official

Yuktongryeong in Myeongdong

 3. Daol Charcoal Grill (다올 숯불구이 명동점)

Daol is what you get when a self-proclaimed meat-lover visits every BBQ restaurant in Korea before opening his own. Their house-made marinades and attention to grill technique have won over locals, tourists, and even bank employees from nearby offices.

• Menu Highlights: Marinated Pork Galbi ₩19,000, LA Galbi ₩38,000, Aged Samgyeopsal ₩17,000
• Address: 8-11 Myeongdong 8-gil, Jung-gu
• Instagram: @daolfriend

Daol Charcoal Grill in Myeongdong

 4. Ikseondong Mokjang Myeongdong (익선동목장 명동점)

This is where Korean BBQ turns into art. Ikseondong Mokjang offers meats like 0.3% YBD samgyeopsal and 100% Iberico Bellota, grilled with their exclusive two-step method: first on a hot iron to intensify browning, then over a table grill with house-made herb oil.

• Menu Highlights: YBD Samgyeopsal ₩17,000, Iberico Galbisal ₩20,000, Yukhoe Bibimbap ₩15,000
• Address: 46 Myeongdong 4-gil, 3rd Floor, Jung-gu
• Instagram: @iksun.farm

Ikseondong Mokjang in Myeongdong

 5. Dosihwaro (도시화로)

Dosihwaro blends traditional fire-grilled flavor with a cool, urban aesthetic. It's one of the most visually appealing BBQ spots in Myeongdong, with private booth options and a solid selection of pork and beef — all fresh, never frozen.

• Menu Highlights: Sam-Mok-Jung Set ₩58,000, Signature Set ₩51,000, Kimchi Jjigae & Naengmyeon ₩8,000–₩10,000
• Address: B1, 36 Myeongdong 3-gil, Jung-gu
• Instagram: @dosihwaro.myeongdong

Dosihwaro in Myeongdong

 Final Thoughts

Whether you’re after melt-in-your-mouth pork, marinated LA galbi, or refined premium cuts, these Myeongdong BBQ spots offer more than just grilled meat — they offer stories, passion, and unforgettable flavor.

Next time you’re in Myeongdong, skip the fast food chains and follow the smoky scent of samgyeopsal to one of these local gems.

Which one would you try first? Let me know in the comments!