Stop At: Mangwon Market, 14, Poeun-ro 8-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul 04010 South Korea
Mangwon Market has been going through a renaissance. Younger people have come in and opened interesting restaurants, pubs, and food stands next to the older proprietors. It feels like a revived traditional market that hasn't lost its character.
Duration: 20 minutes
Sample Menu
• '90s style Korean Fried Chicken - The classic is what you won't find outside Korea. We'll enjoy different styles that will make your journey back in time.
• Country-style Barbecue Chicken - Smoky barbecued chicken in a sticky sauce. Served in a romantic restaurant made to evoke an old Joseon Dynasty country inn.
• Sizzling Boneless Thigh Meat Smothered in Sauce & Cheese - Guests really dig this unique modern interpretation of Korean chicken and beer. It's a secret place that shows off the owner's WWII collection.
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Mangwon Station, Seoul, South Korea
06:00 PM
3 to 4 hours(approx.)
Returns to original departure point
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
Minimum drinking age is 19.
Wear comfortable shoes, as there is a good bit of walking.
There are no vegetarian options.
Subway is the best way to arrive at the meeting point. Taxis tend to get stuck in traffic.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 11 travelers
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Posted By : mafang2020
Great chicken/beer experience in a neighborhood away from the crowded central Seoul area. Three locals-filled places for three different tastings of fried, grilled chicken (and I really mean shared full dishes, not just samples). Thanks to our guide, Jeff, for the food and the engaging conversation!
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Posted On : 2024-04-26
Posted By : marktB3411LK
Ron gave an excellent tour that included 3 old school, mom and pop chicken and beer places near Mangwon station. During the tour, he took me through the Mangwon market, which I'll definitely revisit at some point. All 3 stops included a variety of tasty chicken and beer combinations with some fun side dishes to compliment the flavors and offset a little bit of the spice. They all had the feel of older, dimly lit pubs, which enhanced the experience.
Ron was interesting to engage with as he spoke about some interesting aspects of the culture in Seoul. Though the tour features Cass and Red Rock beer, which is best with the chicken dishes, he also knows craft beer pretty well, so it was good to pick his brain on that with respect to Seoul.
I'd highly recommend taking this tour if you enjoy wings, beer and great conversation about Seoul.
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Posted On : 2024-03-14
Posted By : Connie_B
Amazing!! The absolute best guide. Joe was funny, knowledgable and very engaging. The quaint restaurants served the best chicken I have ever had. An added bonus was the walking down alleyways and through markets to get to the next restaurant.
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Posted On : 2024-03-03
Posted By : Holly_H
We got lucky and got two tour guides! Jeff and Ruth were so much fun and taught us a lot about Korea and the chicken and beer culture. Would definitely recommend this tour!
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Posted On : 2023-11-30
Posted By : Alan_W
First of all our guide Joe is awesome…funny as hell!!! Knows his chicken and beer and took the time to explain which restaurants he chose and why…was not a random stop. After the tour was over he took us to a local joint for beer before we went home…if you like chicken and beer you cannot go wrong taking this tour it was a fun filled awesome evening
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Posted On : 2023-11-08
Posted By : toni d
I had this experience solo. It lasts 3 hours and passed in 3 restaurants. The 3rd was the more original, but at that stage, you had enough of chickens. 1-2 =restaurant quite a similar plate. Guide very kind and interesting. Processed me to get the addresses of the restaurants I never received :(
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Posted On : 2023-10-31
Posted By : Thomas_W
Amazing exercise!! We visited several unique
places with different styles of chicken. Joe was a great host and shared a lot about Korean lifestyle and culture!
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Posted On : 2023-10-23
Posted By : waynedarren1966
I have thought very hard how to leave a review for this experience, 1 Star for the food however this lost 4 stars due to the following; The tour guide spoke about himself a lot, food reviews, where he has travelled to and where he was going to travel to. He commented on food other patrons had ordered, these comments were not necessarily positive, was this necessary?. He only touched on Korean food history and food culture, he made comment that the last leg of this tour, that we would stumble there as we would be drunk. He kept telling me if my glass was empty I would have to drink more, I was not inspired to finish my drink. He also told the group that South Korea is very much like North Korea with Propaganda, at this point I was disgusted . The tour guide was not South Korean, what South Korean would behave like this and talk horribly on their own country and hard earned freedom. I won’t say what country this guy was from but I can say that I will be telling as many people as possible not to book any of the 10 tours that Zenkimchi operate’s. This was definitely not an authentic South Korean experience, I didn’t pay $138 USD for this. In closing I could only take 1/4 of this event, I quietly slipped away in utter disappointment and disgust. If I wanted this experience I would have traveled to the country that this guy was from. If you want an authentic South Korean experience, do not book this. Attached is the proud owner of this disreputable tour
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Posted On : 2023-10-20
Posted By : joeylB6565EX
Joe is a great host. I actually booked this tour after having a great time on the bbq tour the previous night. If you are looking for a great time and food away from the touristy areas, this is the one for you!
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Posted On : 2023-10-19
Posted By : 631dewih
I was the only one who signed up during my experience. I had a great time with the guide/host! A great experience to meet other people and to experience amazing and authentic chicken in Seoul!
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Posted On : 2023-10-01
