July in Korea is generally very humid. Once the rainy season passes, it becomes blazing hot and dry, but until then we have to suffer through the humidity that makes everyone twice as sweaty and cranky. These days, we've experienced super high temperatures as well, averaging about 32-33, sometimes going up to even 37 degrees Celsius. Some countries might scoff and say that's nothing, but for a Korean who's never lived in any other climate, this is pretty intense.
Therefore, it comes as no surprise that many Koreans survive the summer on cold noodles and bingsu (shaved ice dessert). I myself went out with some colleagues yesterday for some noodles to cool down, at Gusku Myeongga, a place very close to Nambu Bus Terminal station and a minute's walk from our Seocho branch. Directions are easy-peasy: walk straight from exit 6 and turn right as soon as you pass the BC Card headquarters. The restaurant may not be easily noticeable but it's there:
Ugh, unfortunately I didn't bring my camera with me and had to use my phone. So sorry for the bad photo qualities, but it'll have to do. :D
The restaurant is not too big nor small, and was packed when we arrived a little after 12. This photo was taking around 12:40, as you can tell by the clock on the wall, which is when everyone was done with their lunch and on their way back to work.
So the place, obviously, specializes in different kinds of noodles. Prices are extremely affordable, I would say about 6,000 to 8,000 won per bowl, which is low especially for Gangnam, the pricier part of town. Here are the menus we ordered!
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Therefore, it comes as no surprise that many Koreans survive the summer on cold noodles and bingsu (shaved ice dessert). I myself went out with some colleagues yesterday for some noodles to cool down, at Gusku Myeongga, a place very close to Nambu Bus Terminal station and a minute's walk from our Seocho branch. Directions are easy-peasy: walk straight from exit 6 and turn right as soon as you pass the BC Card headquarters. The restaurant may not be easily noticeable but it's there:
Ugh, unfortunately I didn't bring my camera with me and had to use my phone. So sorry for the bad photo qualities, but it'll have to do. :D
The restaurant is not too big nor small, and was packed when we arrived a little after 12. This photo was taking around 12:40, as you can tell by the clock on the wall, which is when everyone was done with their lunch and on their way back to work.
So the place, obviously, specializes in different kinds of noodles. Prices are extremely affordable, I would say about 6,000 to 8,000 won per bowl, which is low especially for Gangnam, the pricier part of town. Here are the menus we ordered!
Cold soybean noodles, with broth made from ground soy beans
Cold kimchi mari guksu (noodles with stirred kimchi)
Steamed dumplings, super yummy and already seasoned so you don't need to dip 'em in soy sauce!
Bibimbap
Bibimguksu (noodles mixed with spicy sauce)
If you're in the area and looking for something inexpensive, quick, Korean, and delicious, this is definitely a great option. Go check it out!
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