Seoul’s Best Meat Restaurants: Duck506, ModelBeef, UmaDam

Embark on a culinary journey through the top 7 meat restaurants in Seoul, each offering a unique and delightful experience.

UmaDam (우마담)

Located in Hapjeong, UmaDam is a hanwoo omakase restaurant known for its excellent quality meat at a great price. The chef properly grills a variety of cuts like ansim, deungsim, nakhyeobsal, and saeusah. Enjoy a range of dishes besides meat, providing a fun dining experience throughout. If you want to explore the world of hanwoo omakase, UmaDam is highly recommended.

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• address : 2F, 30 Dokmak-ro 3-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul
• phone : 02-6348-0518
• operating time : 17:00 – 23:00
• break time : No information
• holidays : No information

UmaDam (우라만)

UmaDam offers a private space for enjoying hanwoo omakase paired with whiskey. Known for using top-grade hanwoo and Korean ingredients, this restaurant provides a unique dining experience. With three private rooms available, UmaDam is perfect for upscale group gatherings and business dinners. For couples, sitting at the bar is recommended.

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• address : 1F, 25 Sowol-ro 38-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
• phone : 02-797-8399
• operating time : 17:00 – 23:30
• break time : No information
• holidays : Sunday

Duck5O6 (돝고기506)

Duck5O6, located near Yeoksam Station, is a specialist in aged pork, with their signature samgyeopsal aged for 506 hours. The menu features two variations of samgyeopsal: A506 aged for 506 hours and D806 dry-aged for 806 hours. Both are juicy and flavorful, with a hint of cheese taste. Enjoy the creamy fried rice and spicy kimchi jjigae as recommended sides.

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• address : 53 Yeoksam-ro 17-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
• phone : 02-6933-9501
• operating time : 11:00 – 23:00
• break time : No information
• holidays : No information

ModelBeef (뜨락)

ModelBeef, known as a top-quality hanwoo (Korean beef) restaurant, gained fame for its signature ansim (beef sirloin). The restaurant offers private rooms, a corkage-free policy for wine, and a thick, marbled meat that melts in your mouth. The beef is grilled using a brass lid, enhancing its tenderness and flavor. Make sure to try the meat without any seasoning first to fully appreciate its juiciness and savory taste.

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• address : 13-3 Yeongdong-daero 142-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
• phone : 02-543-2987
• operating time : Mon-Sat: 11:00 – 23:00, Sun: 11:30 – 22:00
• break time : No information
• holidays : No information

ModelRibeye (모범갈빗살)

ModelRibeye is a clean and cost-effective hanwoo galbi (beef ribs) spot. Located conveniently near Gangnam Station, it offers spaces on the 1st and 2nd floors to accommodate different group sizes. Popular for their special galbi, the juiciness and flavor of the meat stand out. Don’t miss trying the sides of doenjang-jjuk (soybean porridge) and butter rice.

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• address : 104ho, 40 Seocho-daero 73-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul
• phone : 02-533-2588
• operating time : 11:30 – 22:00
• break time : 14:30 – 17:00
• holidays : No information

YangInHwanDae (양인환대)

YangInHwanDae is a place to enjoy delicious and clean Korean-style lamb. With a new branch opening at Sinyongsan Station, the restaurant boasts a neat space and cozy ambiance, perfect for small group gatherings. Using lamb from lambs aged under 1 year, the dishes appeal to all palates. Try the French rack and lamb ribs; the former slightly oilier than the latter.

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• address : 101ho, 14 Hangang-daero 40-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
• phone : 02-749-0729
• operating time : 17:00 – 23:00
• break time : No information
• holidays : No information

CulinaryDine (교양식사)

CulinaryDine introduces a stylish Itaewon restaurant combining satpoloro-style lamb with a sense of artistry. Ideal for small groups of 2-4, the menu highlights French rack and lamb ribs. The lamb, not overly greasy, offers a perfect balance of richness and lightness. Served with grilled green onions and onions, the lamb’s unique flavor and aroma delight all diners.

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• address : 238 Itaewon-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
• phone : 0507-1425-2053
• operating time : Mon-Fri: 17:00 – 22:00, Sat-Sun: 13:00 – 22:00
• break time : No information
• holidays : No information

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