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Damyang Apzip (담양앞집)

Damyang Apzip (담양앞집)

2026-07-01

전남광주통합특별시 담양군 담양읍 죽향문화로 22

This restaurant is famous for serving Damyang tteokgalbi (Grilled Galbi Patties), served alongside noodles. They use local produce and focus on enhancing the ingredients’ natural flavors. When you order tteokgalbi here, it’s presented on a large plate with a salad, much like a Western-style brunch. Their housemade noodles, crafted from a blend of buckwheat and Damyang bamboo leaves, are also a standout.

Gapgi Hoegwan Main Branch (갑기회관 본점)

Gapgi Hoegwan Main Branch (갑기회관 본점)

2026-05-28

전북특별자치도 전주시 덕진구 상리로 50

The signature 'Yagyongbibimbap' (medicinal bibimbap) features rice cooked in water infused with seven to eight medicinal herbs. In addition to standard toppings, ingredients such as chestnuts and jujube as well as a few medicinal herbs are included. The house-made chili paste, fermented with apple, pear, and onion, adds a subtle, pleasantly sweet flavor.

Gapgi Hoegwan Main Branch (갑기회관 본점)

Gapgi Hoegwan Main Branch (갑기회관 본점)

2026-05-28

전북특별자치도 전주시 덕진구 상리로 50

The signature menu of this restaurant is yagyong bibimbap (medicinal bibimbap), which has rice cooked in water boiled with seven to eight medicinal herbs. The yagyong bibimbap features not only traditional bibimbap ingredients but also medicinal ingredients, such as chestnuts and jujube, which add flavor and health benefits. The restaurant also makes its own red chili paste, which gains a mild sweetness from apples, pear, and onions used in fermentation.

Gogung Jeonju Main Branch (고궁 전주본점)

Gogung Jeonju Main Branch (고궁 전주본점)

2026-05-28

전북특별자치도 전주시 덕진구 송천중앙로 33

With more than 50 years of tradition, this Jeonju Bibimbap allows diners to choose between a brass bowl or a hot stone pot. It also serves 'Hwangpomuk' (yellow mung bean jelly), a key ingredient in Jeonju Bibimbap, as a side dish. An exhibition space on the second floor introduces the history of Jeonju Bibimbap.

Deokinkwan (덕인관)

2026-07-01

전남광주통합특별시 담양군 담양읍 죽향대로 1121

Originally opened in 1963 under the name ‘Deokin Eumsikjeom,’ this establishment boasts over 60 years of history. It is run by Park Gyu-wan, a designated Korean Food Grand Master No. 82, specializing in meat (grilled galbi). Initially, the restaurant served Korean table d’hote focused on galbi, but it has since evolved into a tteokgalbi specialty restaurant. The restaurant uses Korean cow beef ribs marinated in the master’s secret sauce. 

Sinsikdang (신식당)

2026-07-01

전남광주통합특별시 담양군 담양읍 담주2길 18-13

Established in 1932, this restaurant has been passed down through four generations. One of its unique qualities is making its own fermented soybeans, soy sauce, and red chili paste, giving its dishes a rich and deep flavor. 

Andong Sinsegye Jjimdak (안동신세계찜닭)

2026-05-28

10 Beonyeong-gil, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Having appeared on various TV programs over the years, the restaurant still remains a popular spot. 'Andong Jjimdak' (Andong Braised Chicken), 'Jjorimdak', and whole fried chicken can be ordered together for variety. Customers can easily adjust the spicy-level of the 'Jjimdak' to their preference. Andong soju made vy master brewer Cho, Ok-hwa is also available.

Subyeon Choego Dwaeji Gukbap Millak Main Store (수변최고돼지국밥 민락본점)

2024-12-26

부산광역시 수영구 광안해변로370번길 9-32

The signature dish is hangjeong gukbap (pork neck and rice soup) made with pork neck. The soup is known for its rich flavor, as it is prepared by simmering pork bones to extract a deep broth.

Anmok (안목)

2026-05-28

3 Gwangnam-ro 22beon-gil, Suyeong-gu, Busan

'Dwaejigukbap' (Pork and Rice Soup) made with pork bone broth that's simmered for over 24 hours, resulting in a deep flavor that requires little additional seasoning. A variation with noodles, known as 'dwaejiramyeon', is also worth trying. Other menu options include boiled pork slices and assorted cuts, served with a selection of simple side dishes.

Yangsanjip (양산집)

2024-12-26

부산광역시 중구 중구로47번길 30

A long-standing dwaeji gukbap restaurant beloved by both vendors and visitors of the Kkangtong Market. The restaurant is small, so it’s often necessary to wait for a seat. Despite this, it remains popular among regulars, who are more than willing to wait. The popular menu item is the suyuk baekban (boiled pork slices set menu), which includes soup, rice, and separately served boiled pork.