Imun Seolleongtang, Korean restaurant in Jongno, South Korea.
Imun Seolleongtang is a Korean restaurant in Jongno that specializes in a traditional beef bone soup. The dish is made by simmering beef bones for hours to create a rich, creamy broth served alongside rice and sliced meat.
The restaurant was founded in 1904 and is recognized as the first registered restaurant in Korea. It survived major historical events including the Japanese colonial occupation and the Korean War.
The restaurant prepares its signature dish using methods passed down through generations of cooks. The cooking style reflects how this soup was made in early 20th century Seoul.
The restaurant is located on Ujeongguk-ro and opens early in the morning to serve breakfast. Operating hours vary between weekdays and weekends, with shorter evening hours on Sundays.
The restaurant received the Seoul Future Heritage designation in 2013, making it officially recognized by the city as worthy of preservation. This honor acknowledges its long history and importance as a living example of Seoul dining culture.
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