Din Tai Fung Myeongdong Review 2026: Private Rooms & Xiaolongbao

On Saturday evening,

six adults gathered and

visited Din Tai Fung Myeongdong (명동).

For those looking for

a group gathering spot

in Myeongdong,

this place is highly recommended.

We pre-booked a private room

via Naver Reservations,

so the six of us could dine comfortably

in our own space,

and all the dishes arrived at once,

which was great for sharing.

Address

2nd Floor, Hotel28, 13 Myeongdong 7-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul (서울 중구 명동7길 13 호텔28)

​

Operating Hours

11:00 ~ 21:00

​

Parking

Not Available

How do you get to Din Tai Fung Myeongdong?

Enter the Hotel28 building,

go up to the 2nd floor,

and the restaurant will be right there.

The restaurant occupies a large space

on the 2nd floor,

so there's no way to get lost.

Operating hours were

from 11 AM

to 9 PM.

Is it good for groups?

The restaurant is very spacious

and has separate rooms,

making it ideal for groups.

As soon as we entered,

we could see the dim sum

being made right away.

Seeing each one handcrafted

right before my eyes definitely

instilled trust.

The main hall had customers

of various nationalities,

creating a very Myeongdong-like atmosphere.

We were guided to

our private room.

With six adults gathered,

the room was much more comfortable

for conversation than the open hall.

If your group has 6 or more people,

I recommend reserving a room in advance

via Naver Reservations.

What's included in Din Tai Fung Myeongdong's Autumn Set?

We ordered Autumn Set #2

and added an extra order of

spicy crab roe shaomai.

Stir-fried Green Beans with Beef

Chili Shrimp

Vegetable Wonton Noodles

Dan Dan Noodles

Egg Fried Rice

Xiaolongbao

Shrimp Xiaolongbao

Red Bean Xiaolongbao

When we placed our order,

we asked for everything to be prepared

at once, and all the dishes came out together.

When sharing among several people,

it was definitely more convenient

to receive everything at once.

Autumn Set Menu 2

₩115,500 (~$86)

​

Xiaolongbao (10 pieces)

₩15,000 (~$11)

​

Spicy Crab Roe Shaomai (10 pieces)

₩21,000 (~$16)

​

How do you eat Xiaolongbao?

As expected, Din Tai Fung Myeongdong's (딘타이펑 명동)

signature dish

was the Xiaolongbao.

I placed one on my spoon,

gently pierced the skin,

and savored the rich broth first.

Then, I added shredded ginger and

a touch of soy sauce on top,

and when I popped it all in my mouth,

it was absolutely delightful!

The shrimp Xiaolongbao also

came out with it,

so it was fun to alternate between the two varieties.

Wonton Noodles, Egg Fried Rice, and Dan Dan Noodles Too!

The Vegetable Wonton Noodles

had a light, mild broth

that was incredibly comforting.

The Egg Fried Rice was also

lightly seasoned

and mild.

When I enjoyed these two dishes

alongside the Dan Dan Noodles,

the combination was simply perfect.

The mild flavors of the wonton noodles and fried rice were

wonderfully complemented by the savory broth of the Dan Dan Noodles.

Chili Shrimp

With the Green Bean Beef Stir-fry and

Chili Shrimp arriving,

our table became a feast!

Spicy Crab Roe Shumai: How Spicy Is It?

Just as the menu indicated with three chili icons,

it was spicier than I expected.

But this was actually a good thing!

Amidst all the richer dishes,

it really helped cut through the richness.

If you're someone who isn't a fan of spicy food,

then keep this in mind when ordering.

Concluding with Red Bean Paste Xiaolongbao for Dessert

The Red Bean Paste Xiaolongbao that came out at the end

was perfect as a dessert.

With its sweet red bean filling,

it was a wonderful way to

conclude our meal on a high note.

Highlights of Our Visit

Thanks to the spacious restaurant and private rooms,

group gatherings are super comfortable here.

You can watch the chefs hand-making the dim sum right before your eyes!

With just one set menu,

you get to savor dim sum, main dishes, noodles, rice,

and even dessert!

I was able to try a bit of everything.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What are the operating hours?

A. As of our visit,

it was 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Q. Can I reserve a private room for a group?

A. We booked our room through Naver Reservation (네이버 예약)

and were assigned a room.

Q. Can all the dishes be served at once?

A. When we requested it,

all the dishes were served together.

Q. Are there any spicy dishes?

A. The Spicy Crab Roe Shumai (매운 게살 샤오마이)

was marked with three chili peppers,

and it was quite spicy.

Q. Where is it located?

A. The Hotel 28 (호텔28) building.

It's on the 2nd floor.

Din Tai Fung Myeongdong (딘타이펑 명동)

is comfortable even for groups,

and with its clean menu,

it was easy to understand

why it's so popular.

If you're considering a group gathering

location in Myeongdong (명동),

consider making a room reservation

at Din Tai Fung Myeongdong.