Full Korean marinated crab feast served with side dishes and stew in traditional brass bowls

Crab Country Myeongdong

Authentic Korean soy-marinated raw crab cured in rich house marinade, filled with natural golden roe and served with traditional banchan in central Seoul.

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Google Rating ★ 4.9 (360+ reviews)
Price Level $$ Moderate
Operating Schedule 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Location Myeongdong 2F
House Specialty

Cured to Perfection with Silky Roe & Deep Savory Depth

Crab Country Myeongdong Branch specializes in the revered Korean delicacy of raw marinated crab (ganjang gejang). Prepared using impeccably fresh, plump crabs, our marinade balances deep fermented soy notes with subtle natural sweetness, yielding silky, tender crab meat and rich roe.

Conveniently situated in the bustling heart of Myeongdong on the second floor, our dining room provides a comfortable, clean wooden dining atmosphere tailored for visitors and local enthusiasts seeking genuine Korean flavors.

  • Fresh Golden Roe

    Plump, rich roe ready to be spooned and mixed directly with warm rice and seaweed.

  • Complete Banchan

    Served alongside rotating seasonal Korean side dishes, soups, and traditional brassware.

Full table of Korean side dishes, rice, and marinated crab served in golden brass bowls
Menu Highlights

Signature Dining Offerings

Traditional Korean seafood courses crafted with house marinades and fresh ingredients.

Moderate Price Range ($$)
Korean meal set featuring marinated raw crab, stew, and various side dishes
House Specialty

Soy-Marinated Raw Crab (Ganjang Gejang)

Fresh raw female crab cured in aged house soy sauce. Loaded with rich orange roe and delicate, silky crab meat.

A brass bowl filled with rice, shredded dried seaweed, and bright orange fish roe
Essential Pairing

Seaweed & Flying Fish Roe Rice Bowl

Steamed warm white rice topped with toasted nori seaweed and seasoned flying fish roe, designed for mixing with crab roe.

Korean savory seafood scallion pancake served on brass plate with dipping sauce
Savory Classic

Seafood Scallion Pancake (Haemul Pajeon)

Crisp golden-brown pancake loaded with fresh seafood and tender scallions, served with seasoned soy dipping sauce.

Spicy Korean seafood stew served in a black stone pot alongside banchan
Hot Pot

Spicy Seafood Tofu Stew

A bubbling, savory hot stone stew with tender tofu and seafood, delivering balanced heat and comforting warmth.

Culinary Tradition

How to Enjoy Ganjang Gejang

Follow the authentic Korean method to experience the rich depth of soy-marinated crab and roe.

Korean meal set with marinated crab, steamed rice, banchan, and stew
Guest Impressions

Verified Dining Experiences

What travelers and local diners note about our crab quality, marinade, and service.

★★★★★

"Absolutely incredible ganjang gejang. The crab was impeccably fresh, marinade perfectly balanced (savory soy, subtle sweetness, not overpoweringly salty), and the roe was rich and creamy. Texture was silky, not mushy."

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★★★★★

"Good place for Korean crab! Nice flavor and the location is very close to the city centre. Service was warm and quick to explain how to mix rice into the shell."

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★★★★★

"Love this awesome place. Crab is fresh and service is good. Banchan were generous and well-rotated. Will come back again when visiting Myeongdong!"

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Plan Your Visit

Location & Operating Hours

Conveniently located on the 2nd floor in central Myeongdong, accessible from Myeongdong and Euljiro stations.

Address
Myeongdong 7-gil 21, Suites 213–215 (2nd Floor), Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Phone & Contact
+82 2-310-9226
Operating Schedule
Open Today: 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM
  • Monday10:00 AM – 11:00 PM
  • Tuesday10:00 AM – 11:00 PM
  • Wednesday10:00 AM – 11:00 PM
  • Thursday10:00 AM – 11:00 PM
  • Friday10:00 AM – 11:00 PM
  • Saturday10:00 AM – 11:00 PM
  • Sunday10:00 AM – 11:00 PM
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