Sillim-dong Sundae Town is a well-known food destination in southwestern Seoul, famous for its sizzling Korean blood sausage stir-fry. Inside its food buildings, several small restaurants serve dishes cooked on large iron griddles with vegetables, glass noodles, pork intestines, and distinctive dipping sauces.
It is a casual place to share a hearty Korean meal with friends, especially if you enjoy spicy food and traditional Korean street-food flavors.
What to Eat
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Baek-sundae (White Sundae Stir-Fry)
Baek-sundae is the signature dish of Sillim Sundae Town. Sundae, pork intestines, cabbage, onions, glass noodles, and perilla powder are stir-fried together without a heavy red sauce.
The finished dish is savory and nutty, with a mild flavor. A spicy dipping sauce is served separately.
Approximate price: ₩10,000–12,000 per serving, depending on the restaurant.
Yangnyeom Sundae (Spicy Sundae Stir-Fry)
This version uses similar ingredients but is cooked with a spicy Korean seasoning. It has a stronger, more intense flavor than baek-sundae.
Approximate price: ₩10,000–12,000 per serving.
Sundae-gopchang Stir-Fry
A popular variation combines Korean blood sausage with pork intestines, vegetables, and seasoning. It is a filling option for visitors who enjoy a richer and more savory dish.
Approximate price: Around ₩11,000–13,000 per serving.
Prices are estimates. Restaurants inside the food buildings may have different menus and serving sizes.
How to Eat Sundae Town’s Stir-Fry
The dish is usually prepared on a large iron griddle and served hot at the table.
- Take a small portion of the stir-fried sundae and vegetables.
- Dip it into the restaurant’s spicy sauce if you are eating baek-sundae.
- Add perilla leaves, garlic, or other side ingredients according to your preference.
- When you have finished most of the dish, ask whether fried rice can be prepared with the remaining seasoning.
Baek-sundae is a good first choice for travelers who want to try the local specialty without starting with a very spicy dish.
Minimum Order and Group Size
Many restaurants serve sundae stir-fry in two-person portions, although minimum orders differ by business.
For two people, a two-person baek-sundae or spicy sundae set is a practical starting point. Check the menu before ordering, especially if you are traveling alone.
Some restaurants may offer individual dishes or other menu options, but these are not guaranteed throughout the town.
A Short History and Local Character
Sillim’s sundae food district grew from small street vendors and neighborhood restaurants that sold sundae and pork-based dishes. In 1992, many of the scattered sundae businesses moved into the buildings that became today’s traditional Sundae Town.
The area developed its own style of stir-fried sundae, combining blood sausage, pork intestines, vegetables, and glass noodles on a large griddle. Baek-sundae and spicy sundae became its best-known dishes.
Today, the food buildings remain a distinctive part of Sillim’s dining culture. Visitors can find several independent restaurants in the same building, each with its own menu and preparation style.
How to Get There
The easiest way to visit Sillim Sundae Town is by subway. The food district is near Sillim Station, where Seoul Subway Line 2 and the Sillim Line connect.
By Subway: Sillim Station (신림역)
Line 2 — Exit 3
- Take Seoul Subway Line 2 to Sillim Station.
- Follow the station signs toward Exit 3.
- Leave the station and walk toward Sillim-ro 59-gil.
- Continue for approximately 150–170 meters to the traditional Sundae Town buildings at 14 Sillim-ro 59-gil.
- Enter the building and check the restaurant name and floor before sitting down.
The walk from Exit 3 is short, but the restaurant buildings contain many independent businesses. If you have a specific restaurant in mind, search its name and floor rather than simply searching for “Sillim Sundae Town.”
Line 2 — Exit 4
Exit 4 is another convenient option for the surrounding food district. From the exit, follow the street toward Sillim-ro 59-gil and the Sundae Town buildings. The exact walking route depends on which building or restaurant you are visiting.
Sillim Line
The Sillim Line also serves Sillim Station. If you arrive on this line, follow the station transfer and exit signs toward the Line 2 station area and Exit 3 or 4. Allow extra time if you need to transfer between the two lines.
By Bus
Sillim is a major bus interchange, with stops around Sillim Station and Sillim Intersection. The closest stop depends on the direction of travel.
For a straightforward visit:
- Search for “Sillim Sundae Town” or the exact Korean address, 서울 관악구 신림로59길 14, in a Korean navigation app.
- Choose the public-transit option and enter your starting location.
- Check whether the suggested bus stops at Sillim Intersection (신림사거리) or a stop near Sillim Station.
- Get off at the stop shown in the route and follow the walking directions toward Sillim-ro 59-gil.
- Walk to the traditional Sundae Town building and check the restaurant’s floor or unit.
Several bus routes pass through the wider Sillim Station area, but routes and stop names may change. Use the live route suggested for your departure point rather than relying on a fixed bus number.
Practical tip: If you are unfamiliar with Seoul buses, taking Line 2 to Sillim Station and walking from Exit 3 is usually the simplest option.
Practical Tips
- Check the restaurant’s menu and minimum order before sitting down.
- Baek-sundae is the milder option; spicy sundae stir-fry is more intense.
- The restaurants are inside food buildings, so confirm the business name and floor.
- Dinner hours can be busy, especially on weekends.
- Check current opening hours, menu prices, and transport information before visiting.
Sillim Sundae Town is a good place to try a distinctive Seoul-style sundae stir-fry, share a generous griddle meal, and experience a traditional neighborhood food district.