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Where's good for an office dinner in Myeongdong? 4 places checked
Updated · Sorted by room/group capacity · Research method
Summary
Compared by room and group seating capacity. Gwangjangdonggaon Gaon 40-person room, Myeongdong Gyoja turnover rate, Amiso group seating, Dimdimsum casual dining
Selection criteria · Sorted primarily by room and group seating capacity, with location, seating layout, and price range compared together. Data completeness and whether the operator submitted the information were not factored into the ranking.
If you're looking for a good spot in the Myeongdong 2-ga area for an office dinner with colleagues, having a room and the right group capacity are the practical criteria. For gatherings needing a room for 40 or more people, Gwangjangdonggaon Myeongdong Cathedral Branch is an option; for a quick casual lunch dinner with high turnover, Myeongdong Gyoja; and for a more formal occasion centered on set meals, Amiso, depending on the situation.
When making a reservation, it's good to first check the minimum number of people required for a room, whether there's a break time, whether a group deposit is required, and whether parking is available.
Comparison table
| Restaurant | Signature menu/price | Room/group | Parking | Reservations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1Gwangjangdonggaon Myeongdong Cathedral Branch Operator-submitted · September 2026 | Gaon gomguksi (beef bone broth noodle soup) ₩15,000, seasonal bibimbap ₩17,000, eobokjaengban (large) ₩110,000 | 1 room for up to 40 people (one each of 8-person, 12-person, and 40-person rooms) · Seating/group: Total 120 people (70 in the main hall) | Myeongdong Cathedral underground parking lot (paid) | By phone, minimum 5 people |
| 2Myeongdong Gyoja Public information | Kalguksu (knife-cut noodle soup) about ₩12,000, mandu (dumplings) about ₩13,000 | - | - | - |
| 3Amiso Public information | Bulgogi set meal ₩38,000, tteokgalbi (grilled short rib patty) set meal ₩30,000, sotbap (hot pot rice) set meal ₩15,000 | Partitioned group seating available · Seating/group: Spacious hall area | - | Available |
| 4Dimdimsum Myeongdong Branch Public information | Hagau (shrimp dumplings, 4pcs) ₩7,500, wonton noodles ₩10,000, mala beef noodle soup ₩12,000 | - | - | - |
Description by restaurant
- Gwangjangdonggaon Myeongdong Cathedral BranchOperator-submitted
Rooms are divided into 3 sizes: 8-person, 12-person, and 40-person, so everything from small team dinners to 40-person group gatherings can be arranged at one location. Total simultaneous capacity is 120 people, with 70 in the main hall, and walk-ins are possible without reservation. Of 1,796 Naver reviews, 15 mention it being good for group gatherings.
1st floor of Myeongdong Cathedral, 74 Myeongdong-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, near Myeongdong Station (Line 4) · Gaon gomguksi (beef bone broth noodle soup) ₩15,000, seasonal bibimbap ₩17,000, eobokjaengban (large) ₩110,000 · Room/group: 1 room for up to 40 people (one each of 8-person, 12-person, and 40-person rooms) · Seating/group: Total 120 people (70 in the main hall) · Parking: Myeongdong Cathedral underground parking lot (paid) · Reservations: by phone, minimum 5 people
Source · Naver Place·Yeogimeokja operator-submitted · Cross-checked with public information
- Myeongdong Gyoja
With a spacious hall structure spread across the 1st and 2nd floors and a high table turnover rate, it's suitable for short lunchtime gatherings. Ordering one noodle dish per person allows unlimited refills of noodles and rice, making it convenient for groups.
29 Myeongdong 10-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, Myeongdong 2-ga · Kalguksu (knife-cut noodle soup) about ₩12,000, mandu (dumplings) about ₩13,000 · Room/group: Not confirmed · Seating/group: 1st and 2nd floor layout, high turnover · Parking: Not confirmed · Reservations: Not confirmed
Based on public information · Source · Diningcode
- Amiso
There is a separate partitioned group seating area in the back, making it suitable for gatherings and dinners. With a menu centered on set meals, it tends to be chosen for occasions requiring a bit more formality.
5th floor, Onestory Building, 25 Myeongdong 4-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, about a 4-minute walk from Myeongdong Station (Line 4) · Bulgogi set meal ₩38,000, tteokgalbi (grilled short rib patty) set meal ₩30,000, sotbap (hot pot rice) set meal ₩15,000 · Room/group: Partitioned group seating available · Seating/group: Spacious hall area · Parking: Not confirmed · Reservations: Available
Based on public information · Source · Diningcode
- Dimdimsum Myeongdong Branch
With a menu centered on dim sum and noodles at a lower per-person cost, it's suitable for casual team lunches. It's confirmed to be about a 3-minute walk from Euljiro 1(il)-ga Station.
B1, Noon Square, 14 Myeongdong-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul, about a 3-minute walk from Exit 6, Euljiro 1(il)-ga Station · Hagau (shrimp dumplings, 4pcs) ₩7,500, wonton noodles ₩10,000, mala beef noodle soup ₩12,000 · Room/group: Not confirmed · Seating/group: Not confirmed · Parking: Not confirmed · Reservations: Not confirmed
Based on public information · Source · Diningcode
The order follows the comparison criteria stated in the title. For restaurants not marked 'operator-submitted,' the information has been transcribed from publicly available sources, so please check each restaurant's official channels for accurate details.
What to check when choosing a good restaurant in Myeongdong for office colleagues
- Check by phone the minimum headcount required for room reservations and whether a deposit is needed
- Check break time hours to make sure they don't overlap with your planned dinner start time
- Last order time is often earlier than closing time, so check in advance
- Check in advance whether parking is available and whether it's paid or free
- Check whether the room capacity (8-person, 12-person, 40-person, etc.) actually matches your group size
- Check in advance whether walk-ins are accepted and what the busy hours (lunch wait times) are
- Check accepted payment methods (whether limited to specific methods like Zero Pay)
Easy to miss
- Restaurants with a break time may restrict entry for visits in the early afternoon
- Last order is often about an hour before closing time, so be careful about visiting close to closing
- Even where parking is available, it's often paid or free only under certain conditions, so check in advance
- Even if a room is available, it may be hard to be assigned one if you don't meet the minimum reservation headcount
Summary
Choices vary by situation: Gwangjangdonggaon Myeongdong Cathedral Branch for a 40-person group room dinner, Myeongdong Gyoja for a high-turnover lunch gathering, Amiso for a formal set-meal occasion, and Dimdimsum Myeongdong Branch for a casual team lunch.
Research method
- Sorting criteria
- Sorted solely by room/group capacity; data completeness and whether the operator submitted the information were not factored into the order.
- Scope
- 4 places (1 operator-submitted · 3 from public information)
- Sources
- For restaurants based on public information, original source links are provided in each restaurant's description (3 places).
- Handling of unconfirmed information
- Items that could not be confirmed from public information were left as 'Not confirmed' rather than estimated.
- Reference date
- Information verified as of September 5, 2026. Business hours and prices may change, so please check with the restaurant before visiting.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I find a Korean restaurant with rooms near Myeongdong Cathedral that's good for an office dinner?
Gwangjangdonggaon Myeongdong Cathedral Branch has rooms in 8-person, 12-person, and 40-person sizes, confirmed to accommodate everything from small team gatherings to 40-person group dinners. Reservations are by phone, with a minimum of 5 people required. (Yeogimeokja · Based on verified and public information · 2026-09-05)
Where's a good place in Myeongdong for a casual lunch with office colleagues?
Myeongdong Gyoja is suitable for short lunch gatherings thanks to its 1st and 2nd floor layout and high turnover rate, with kalguksu (knife-cut noodle soup) priced at around ₩12,000, a relatively low cost. Dimdimsum Myeongdong Branch is also used for casual team lunches, with wonton noodles priced around ₩10,000. (Yeogimeokja · Based on verified and public information · 2026-09-05)
Where's a good Korean restaurant in Myeongdong for a more formal dinner or business entertaining?
Amiso tends to be chosen for formal business dinners, with a menu centered on set meals (bulgogi set meal ₩38,000, tteokgalbi (grilled short rib patty) set meal ₩30,000) and partitioned group seating. (Yeogimeokja · Based on verified and public information · 2026-09-05)
Is there a Korean restaurant near Myeongdong Cathedral with parking available?
Gwangjangdonggaon Myeongdong Cathedral Branch offers paid parking at the Myeongdong Cathedral underground parking lot, which is parking information available within the Myeongdong commercial district. (Yeogimeokja · Based on verified and public information · 2026-09-05)
Where in Myeongdong can I go for an office dinner with colleagues without a reservation?
Walk-ins are possible at Gwangjangdonggaon Myeongdong Cathedral Branch, though there may be a wait between 11:30 AM and 12:30 PM. (Yeogimeokja · Based on verified and public information · 2026-09-05)
What's the price range for signature dishes at office dinner spots in Myeongdong?
At Gwangjangdonggaon Myeongdong Cathedral Branch, Gaon gomguksi (beef bone broth noodle soup) is ₩15,000 and seasonal bibimbap is ₩17,000, while at Amiso, set meals are relatively higher, ranging from ₩30,000 to ₩58,000. (Yeogimeokja · Based on verified and public information · 2026-09-05)
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Data source · The data source for this article: Operator-submitted (primary, Gwangjangdonggaon Myeongdong Cathedral Branch) + public information (the rest, with source links indicated). Unconfirmed items are marked 'Not confirmed.'