A Korean barbecue table set with raw beef, mushrooms, and various side dishes around a center grill.

Wangbijib Myeongdong Central

Authentic Korean Hanwoo beef and tabletop hardwood charcoal barbecue, served with generous banchan on the second floor in central Myeongdong.

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4.7 Rating From over 3,090 verified Google diners

11:30 – 22:30 Open daily with continuous dining hours

2nd Floor Upstairs entrance on Myeongdong 8na-gil

Table Service Skilled staff grilling directly at each table

Table-Side Grill & Cut Index

Selected Hanwoo Beef & Grill Offerings

Every cut is prepared over live hardwood charcoal embers and portioned table-side by dedicated staff to ensure optimal flavor and tenderness.

Korean barbecue grilling raw meat, green onions, and branded king oyster mushroom on a wire rack over charcoal.

Recommended Accompaniments

Egg yolk scallion salad Garlic dip Grilled king oyster mushroom

Attentive Hospitality

The Tabletop Charcoal Experience

Dining at Wangbijib is designed for effortless enjoyment, from efficient overhead smoke capture to attentive staff cooking.

Charcoal & Copper Extraction

Individual copper ventilation hoods over every table pull smoke away immediately, maintaining a comfortable and clean dining atmosphere.

Staff-Assisted Grilling

Trained servers monitor charcoal temperature, sear each cut to preferred doneness, and portion meat evenly directly onto your plate.

Generous Banchan Replenishment

A complete spread of traditional side dishes—including dressed scallions with egg yolk, japchae noodles, and pumpkin puree—is set and refilled.

Dining Room & Feasts

Table Spreads & Ambience

A visual overview of our second-floor dining tables, hardwood charcoal grills, and accompanying banchan dishes.

Interior of Wangbijib Myeongdong Central featuring rows of wooden dining tables with metallic ventilation hoods and upholstered chairs.

A full table spread of Korean barbecue with grilled meat and numerous side dishes at a restaurant.

A Korean BBQ grill at a restaurant table surrounded by various side dishes and bowls.

A table set for Korean barbecue at Wangbijib in Myeongdong, featuring a central grill surrounded by various banchan side dishes.

A selection of traditional Korean side dishes served on a wooden table at Wangbijib restaurant.

A spread of Korean barbecue side dishes and a tofu stew at a restaurant table.

Diner Feedback

Verified Guest Experiences

A 4.7-star rating across more than 3,090 reviews reflecting consistent food quality and table-side service.

★★★★★

"Wangbijib Center Branch is located on the second floor. The service was outstanding. Our server was incredibly friendly, attentive, and welcoming. She cooked all of the meat perfectly and helped portion the side dishes. The beef quality was exceptional."

Guest review Google review

★★★★★

"We arrived around 7:30 without a reservation and were seated within 5 minutes. We got the mixed cut of beef platter for 2. It was perfect with lots of vegetable sides and sauces. The ventilation kept the smoke from getting to you."

Guest review Google review

★★★★★

"The meat quality was excellent, and the portions were very generous. The side dishes were plentiful and really good. The staff who served me was attentive and thoughtful. I would definitely come back next time I am in Seoul."

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Visit Guidance

Location & Operating Hours

Conveniently situated in the bustling heart of Myeongdong on the second floor of 45 Myeongdong 8na-gil.

Street Address & Floor Guide

45 Myeongdong 8na-gil, 2nd Floor

Jung District, Seoul, South Korea.
Look for the street-level entrance on Myeongdong 8na-gil and head upstairs to the 2nd-floor dining room.

Operating Schedule

Monday	11:30 AM – 10:30 PM
Tuesday	11:30 AM – 10:30 PM
Wednesday	11:30 AM – 10:30 PM
Thursday	11:30 AM – 10:30 PM
Friday	11:30 AM – 10:30 PM
Saturday	11:30 AM – 10:30 PM
Sunday	11:30 AM – 10:30 PM

Direct Contact & Inquiries

+82 2-776-2361

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