Jangchung-dong Pork Jokbal: Seoul's Legendary Braised Pig Trotters
๐ Introduction to Jangchung-dong Jokbal Street
Jangchung-dong (์ฅ์ถฉ๋) is the birthplace of Korea’s most famous jokbal (์กฑ๋ฐ), tender braised pig’s trotters simmered in soy sauce and spices. This area near Dongguk University has been serving this iconic dish since the 1960s, with restaurants operating late into the night.
Why It’s Special?
✔ Fall-off-the-bone tender pork trotters
✔ Flavorful marinade (soy sauce, garlic, ginger, rice wine)
✔ Perfect with soju & ssamjang wraps
✔ 24-hour joints for late-night cravings
๐ Top 3 Must-Try Jokbal Restaurants
1. ์์กฐ์ฅ์ถฉ๋์กฑ๋ฐ (Wonjo Jangchungdong Jokbal) – The OG
๐ Since 1966 – The first jokbal restaurant in Korea!
๐ฝ️ Signature: Original Soy Sauce Jokbal (๊ฐ์ฅ ์กฑ๋ฐ)
๐ฅ Add-On: Bossam (boiled pork belly) combo
2. ์ฅ์ถฉ๋์์กฑ๋ฐ (Jangchungdong Wang Jokbal) – Spicy Option
๐ถ️ Must-Try: Spicy Jokbal (๋งค์ด ์กฑ๋ฐ)
๐ง Side Dish: Fresh garlic & salted shrimp sauce
3. ์ฅ์์กฑ๋ฐ (Jangsu Jokbal) – Modern Twist
๐ง Trendy Pick: Cheese Jokbal (์น์ฆ ์กฑ๋ฐ)
๐ธ Instagrammable: Melted cheese + tender pork
๐ฝ️ How to Eat Jokbal Like a Pro
Wrap it: Pork + ssamjang (spicy paste) + garlic in lettuce
Pair it: Soju or makgeolli (Korean rice wine)
End it: Jjolmyeon (chewy noodles) or kimchi stew
๐ Location & Tips
๐ Subway: Line 3 to Dongguk Univ. Station (Exit 5) → 5-min walk
⏰ Best Time: Dinner or late-night (many open 24h)
๐ฐ Price: ₩30,000–₩50,000 (serves 2–3)
๐ Tags
#JangchungdongJokbal #KoreanPorkTrotters #SeoulFood #LateNightEats #BestJokbal #KFoodie #DongdaemunFood #SojuPairing #SeoulLocalEats #MustTryKorea
Pro Tip: Visit after hiking Namsan Tower—it’s the perfect reward! ๐️๐
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