Ratings
Review split — 297 on Korean platforms, 143 on Google. In Korea, Google reviews come mostly from visitors and Naver/Kakao/DiningCode mostly from Koreans. See where Koreans eat or where visitors eat.
Average ★ 3.9 across 3 sources (DiningCode's 100-point score converted to 5).
Why here
A single-menu grill spot near Hanseongdae-ipgu station — salt-grilled pork neck (mokssal) is the only thing on the menu, cooked over charcoal, and it's what's kept the place running for decades. Featured on Kim Three Meals (김사원세끼).
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₩₩ · ₩15,000–40,000 per person
Pork neck (200g) ~19,000 won per person (2024-2025; ~17,000 won in 2023)
17:00-23:00, closed Sun-Mon
Short waits at peak
Opens at 5pm on weekdays (closed Sun/Mon), and a few parties are often already waiting right at opening — the wait is typically short, not a long queue.
Walk-in
Walk-in only; salt-grilled pork neck is sold as a single 200g portion for ₩19,000, so solo dining works.
Dongsomun-dong, Seongbuk
성북구 성북로2길 56 (동소문동1가) — 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✓ — 이런 집이 숨어 있었다고!? 오직 메뉴 하나로 34년을 지켜온 집 2024-06-04
Good to know
What is Dongarae?
Dongarae is a Korean BBQ and grilled-meat restaurant in Dongsomun-dong, Seoul, operating since 2005. The dish to order is Salt-grilled pork neck (mokssal).
Do I need a reservation at Dongarae?
No — Dongarae is a walk-in spot, no reservation needed. Walk-in only; salt-grilled pork neck is sold as a single 200g portion for ₩19,000, so solo dining works.
How long is the wait at Dongarae?
At Dongarae: Opens at 5pm on weekdays (closed Sun/Mon), and a few parties are often already waiting right at opening — the wait is typically short, not a long queue.
How much does Dongarae cost per person?
Expect ₩15,000–40,000 per person at Dongarae. Pork neck (200g) ~19,000 won per person (2024-2025; ~17,000 won in 2023)
Can I order at Dongarae without Korean?
We haven't confirmed whether Dongarae 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.
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