Ratings
Average ★ 4.4 across 3 sources (DiningCode's 100-point score converted to 5).
Why here
A Seochon anju bar built around a rotating spread of seasonal seafood dishes — herring roe bibimbap, thick-cut hoe, and grilled gopchang served alongside soju and makgeolli. Operating near Gyeongbokgung Station since 1985, it now draws some of the longest walk-in queues in the neighborhood, with waitlists regularly running 50 or more teams; a second branch (Tonginjeom) opened nearby to handle the overflow. Featured on Kim Three Meals (김사원세끼).
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₩₩ · ₩15,000–40,000 per person
Dishes mostly ₩20,000–₩30,000 each; group totals (multiple dishes + soju, split among diners) land around ₩25,000–₩30,000 per person (2025-2026).
Expect lines
One of Seochon's longest walk-in queues; 50-75+ teams waiting is common even on weekdays, with regulars registering on the Table-ing/CatchTable waitlist as early as 10am for an evening seat. A second branch (Tonginjeom, nearby) opened to absorb overflow and typically has shorter waits.
Waitlist app (KR phone)
Waitlist via Table-ing or CatchTable remote registration; no walk-in guarantee at peak times.
Seochon, Jongno
종로구 내자동 1-2 — show this to your taxi driver
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Who's featured this place
From the YouTubers, broadcasters and guides we track — most-trusted first.
- Kim Three Meals✓ — 반차 필수!! 서울에서 가장 가기 힘든 술집 2023-12-04
Good to know
What is Anju Maeul?
Anju Maeul is a pocha drinking restaurant in Seochon, Seoul, operating since 1985. The dish to order is Herring roe bibimbap.
How do I get into Anju Maeul?
Anju Maeul uses a Korean waitlist app (a Korean phone number is usually required); you can also line up in person. Waitlist via Table-ing or CatchTable remote registration; no walk-in guarantee at peak times.
How long is the wait at Anju Maeul?
At Anju Maeul: One of Seochon's longest walk-in queues; 50-75+ teams waiting is common even on weekdays, with regulars registering on the Table-ing/CatchTable waitlist as early as 10am for an evening seat. A second branch (Tonginjeom, nearby) opened to absorb overflow and typically has shorter waits.
How much does Anju Maeul cost per person?
Expect ₩15,000–40,000 per person at Anju Maeul. Dishes mostly ₩20,000–₩30,000 each; group totals (multiple dishes + soju, split among diners) land around ₩25,000–₩30,000 per person (2025-2026).
Can I order at Anju Maeul without Korean?
We haven't confirmed whether Anju Maeul keeps an English menu — most neighbourhood spots in Seoul don't. This page lists what to order in English, and the restaurant's Korean name is printed on it, so you can show the name at the door and order by pointing at the counter. Cards are accepted almost everywhere, and there is no tipping.
Nearby:
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🚶 2minDoryang 도량
Korean-Chinese Course
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