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Bokdubujip (복두부집)

Bokdubujip (복두부집)

2024-02-23

615 Pyeonghwa-ro, Tanhyeon-myeon, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do
031-945-8258

Bokdubujip is a bean curd specialty restaurant located near Jangneung Royal Tomb, a World Heritage site in Paju. They use 100% Korean beans from Jangdan-gun to make their bean curd. The signature dishes include byeotjip cheonggukjang (rich soybean paste jjigae) and chamge dubu jeongol (hairy crab and bean curd hot pot). Additionally, they offer a variety of other dishes such as jangdankong suje dubu (handmade jangdankong bean curd), dwaejigogi duruchigi (stir-fried pork), and gochujang jjigae (red chili paste jjigae).

Goguryeo Choegang Darineuijip (고구려 최강 달인의 집)

Goguryeo Choegang Darineuijip (고구려 최강 달인의 집)

2024-02-23

19-81 Seongdong-ro, Tanhyeon-myeon, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do

Goguryeo Choegang Darineuijip is known for its sutbul dakgalbi (spicy charcoal-grilled chicken), infused with the aroma of deodeok, as well as deodeok bibim guksu (spicy noodles with deodeok). The chicken they use is all 100% Korean and grilled over charcoal, enhancing its flavor. Guests can choose between two flavors: a sweet and savory soy sauce, or a spicy sauce. The sutbul dakgalbi pairs exceptionally well with deodeok bibim guksu, creating a harmonious blend of flavors.

Goryeo Seolleongtang Haejangguk (고려설렁탕해장국)

Goryeo Seolleongtang Haejangguk (고려설렁탕해장국)

2024-02-23

5 Chodae-ro, Cheongsan-myeon, Yeoncheon-gun, Gyeonggi-do

Located in Yeoncheon, Goryeo Seolleongtang Haejangguk is renowned for its seolleongtang (ox bone soup) and haejangguk (hangover soup). Catering to a wide range of tastes, it is a favorite among all age groups, from children to the elderly, for its healthful offerings. The signature dishes include hot stone pot rice and ox bone soup. The ox bone broth, meticulously prepared with fresh ingredients, combines high-quality beef brisket to create a light, yet richly umami flavor.

Café Forecyan (카페 포레시안)

Café Forecyan (카페 포레시안)

2024-02-23

643 Sanseong-ro, Sangdang-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

Café Forecyan is located near the Sangdangsanseong Fortress, renowned for being a pleasant drive away. This spacious bakery-café is celebrated for its picturesque pond photo spot and captivating ice fountain during winter. Guests can indulge in a variety of delicious options such as coffee, yogurt, ice cream, tea, and child-friendly drinks. The menu also features a Fruits Party platter with 5-6 different fruits, sogeum baguette (salted baguette), fruits pie, and cake, all popular among visitors. The café is surrounded by a lush front yard filled with grass and flowers, and a serene backyard adorned with birch trees and hydrangeas, offering splendid views for a delightful visit.

Café Droptop (Osong Underpass Branch) (드롭탑 오송역언더패스점)

Café Droptop (Osong Underpass Branch) (드롭탑 오송역언더패스점)

2024-02-23

15-4 Osong-ri, Osong-eup, Heungdeok-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

Situated at KTX Osong Station, Café Droptop is a 24-hour unmanned coffee shop within a distinctive yellow container. Here, robots are tasked with preparing a wide selection of drinks, including espresso, latte, and caffè mocha. The café offers free parking on the day of purchase, enhancing its appeal. Conveniently, it's just a 5-minute walk from the Korail platform and near Exit 3 of Osong Station.

Seokhwachon (Boryeong) (석화촌(보령))

2024-02-26

15 Bakgangsul-gil, Jupo-myeon, Boryeong-si, Chungcheongnam-do
041-932-9005

Seokhwachon is a traditional Korean restaurant converted from a rural house. It specializes in Korean dishes. The menu includes specialties such as hanbang ori baeksuk (whole duck soup with medicinal herbs), hanbang dak baeksuk (whole chicken soup with medicinal herbs), samgyetang (ginseng chicken soup), saengseon gui (grilled fish), and galchi jorim (braised cutlassfish). The restaurant offers a variety of dishes that are both hearty and refined, combining sincerity and homemade flavors. Boasting a location where mountains and sea coexist, Boryeong offers diverse ingredients, and it hosts the Boryeong Mud Festival annually in July.

Sariwon Myeonok Main Store (사리원면옥 본점)

2024-02-23

62 Junggyo-ro, Jung-gu, Daejeon
042-256-6506

Sariwon Myeonok, a well-known restaurant in Daejeon, specializes in traditional Pyeongyang-style cuisine, with their Pyeongyang naengmyeon (cold buckwheat noodles) being the highlight of their menu. This dish is particularly notable for its light yet flavorful broth. Alongside their signature naengmyeon, the restaurant also offers other popular dishes such as galbitang (galbi soup) and sobulgogi (beef bulgogi). The galbitang is renowned for its rich flavor achieved through long simmering, and the sobulgogi is delightfully accompanied by bean sprouts and mushrooms. These main courses are complemented with hot broth and an array of standard side dishes.

Yangleem & Café Humanitas (인문 아카이브 양림 & 카페 후마니타스)

2024-02-23

25, Jubong-ro 15beon-gil, Heungdeok-gu, Cheongju-si, Chungcheongbuk-do

Yangleem & Café Humanitas offers a unique blend of culture and relaxation, featuring an archive housed within a traditional hanok and a contemporary café. The establishment is permeated with the comforting scent of wood and books, merging the architectural elegance of hanok with modern design elements. The café's balcony provides breathtaking views of Jubong Reservoir, adorned with lotus flowers, and the surrounding rice paddies. Their signature beverage, the yeonnip spänner (lotus leaf einspänner), along with espresso, lattes, and herbal teas, are among the favored selections.

Midohyang (미도향)

2024-02-23

8-4 Daesan-ro 223beon-gil, Ilsanseo-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do
031-918-5333

Midohyang is a specialty restaurant renowned for its mandu dishes, with mandu jeongol (mandu hot pot) being the flagship menu. The mandu jeongol can be ordered based on the number of people and includes gogi mandu (meat mandu) and kimchi mandu. It is a delight to complement with additional orders of bokkeumbap (fried rice) or noodles after enjoying the jeongol. The mandu jeongol can also be packed for takeout, comprising wangmandu (jumbo mandu), vegetables, broth, noodles, rice cake, and seasoned sauce.

Park Hyeonjane Deodeokbap (박현자네더덕밥)

2024-02-23

59 Hoengseong-ro, Hoengseong-eup, Hoengseong-gun, Gangwon-do
033-344-1116

Deodeok, a local specialty of Hoengseong, is known for its slightly bitter taste and crunchy texture, making it a premium and healthy ingredient. This restaurant highlights the Park Hyeonjane deodeok bap set menu (deodeok rice set menu), which features deodeok sundae (sundae stuffed with deodeok), yukhoe (beef tartare), and deodeok bulgogi. Additionally, the menu offers dishes like deodeok bulgogi bibimbap and deodeong makgeolli (deodeok unrefined rice wine). To maintain the warmth of the food, dishes are served on hot iron plates. A typical meal concludes with warm nurungji (scorched rice), which is known to refresh and soothe the palate after the spicy flavors, rounding off the dining experience.