🇰🇷 Seoulful Bites in Johor: Myeong Dong Korean Restaurant Delivers the Real Deal

If you’re craving authentic Korean flavors without the plane ticket, Myeong Dong restaurant is your answer. Drawn here by a friend’s glowing recommendation, I left utterly convinced—this spot nails the balance of homely comfort and vibrant Seoul-style dining.

The seafood pancake (haemul pajeon) was a crispy, golden masterpiece, loaded with tender squid, shrimp, and scallions, paired with a tangy dipping sauce that cut through the richness perfectly. But the star was the Korean ginseng chicken soup (samgyetang): a steaming, fragrant clay pot of tender whole chicken stuffed with glutinous rice, swimming in a broth that whispered of earthy ginseng and subtle garlic. One sip transported me back to a cozy eatery in Seoul—that level of authenticity. The pork skewers were juicy and charred just right, while the fresh oysters were plump and briny.

Service here is a highlight—warm, attentive, and quick to offer suggestions or refill banchan (those addictive kimchi sides!). The staff’s genuine smiles and eagerness to share their favorites added a welcoming touch to the meal.

As for pricing? Expect reasonable rates that won’t shock your wallet.

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Post by Crumpled Nomad | Jun 29, 2025