# Big handmade dumplings, cabbage-based broth for lunch in Goyang - By Yeodam (https://superchart.com/en/@cups-and-parcels/) - Written Sep 7, 2026 - Updated Sep 15, 2026 - Local places › Restaurants › Goyang, Gyeonggi - Sponsored: This post was written after visiting the restaurant, which provided the meal free of charge. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@cups-and-parcels/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@cups-and-parcels/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch/index.md) · [日本語](https://superchart.com/ja/@cups-and-parcels/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch/index.md) · [简体中文](https://superchart.com/zh-cn/@cups-and-parcels/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch/index.md) · [繁體中文](https://superchart.com/zh-tw/@cups-and-parcels/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch/index.md) · [Tiếng Việt](https://superchart.com/vi/@cups-and-parcels/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch/index.md) · [ไทย](https://superchart.com/th/@cups-and-parcels/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch/index.md) · [Bahasa Indonesia](https://superchart.com/id/@cups-and-parcels/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch/index.md) · [Bahasa Melayu](https://superchart.com/ms/@cups-and-parcels/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch/index.md) · [Español](https://superchart.com/es/@cups-and-parcels/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch/index.md) ## In short Arirang Gaeseong Son Mandu Siksa Branch is a Korean restaurant in Siksa-dong, Goyang, Gyeonggi, serving oversized handmade dumplings and dumpling hot pot. Ordered for lunch, the clear, light broth grew richer as cabbage and meat simmered in, and the dumplings were so big they had to be split in half and eaten with the soup. It's a mild, easy-on-the-stomach lunch that's great for sharing with a group. ## Good to know - **Signature dish**: Dumpling hot pot - **Parking**: Convenient parking available - **Good for**: Family meals, lunch with friends, office lunches *as written by the visitor on Sep 7, 2026* ![A full spread of dumpling hot pot at Arirang Gaeseong Son Mandu Siksa Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch-01-1iv9f-1200.webp) A lunch spot in Siksa-dong, Goyang ![The storefront of Arirang Gaeseong Son Mandu in Siksa-dong, Goyang](https://img.superchart.com/images/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch-02-174at-900.webp) ![A lunch table at the Siksa-dong Gaeseong Son Mandu restaurant](https://img.superchart.com/images/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch-03-1mv1v-900.webp) ## Why I picked dumpling hot pot for lunch in Siksa-dong, Goyang I was looking for a warm, filling lunch in Siksa-dong, Goyang, and ended up at Arirang Gaeseong Son Mandu! I already like dumpling hot pot (mandu jeongol) in general, so I went in with high hopes, and I wasn't disappointed — the big handmade dumplings and hearty hot pot were satisfying. It's a great Siksa-dong lunch spot for when you want something clean-tasting but still comforting, rather than something too intense. There are plenty of restaurants in Siksa-dong, but it's surprisingly hard to find something that works for a group and that anyone, any age, can enjoy without hesitation. The restaurant's signature dumpling hot pot is cooked at the table, bubbling away, so it stays warm through the whole meal, and you get dumplings, vegetables, and meat all in one pot. It seemed like a great fit for a family outing, a lunch date with friends, or an office lunch. ![Handmade dumplings and cabbage in the hot pot](https://img.superchart.com/images/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch-04-qxpvh-900.webp) ![The dumpling hot pot with clear broth before boiling](https://img.superchart.com/images/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch-05-1t80r-900.webp) ![Generous vegetables and meat in the hot pot](https://img.superchart.com/images/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch-06-1olb7-900.webp) ![The dumpling hot pot bubbling as it simmers](https://img.superchart.com/images/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch-07-fyrdf-900.webp) ![Close-up of a large handmade dumpling](https://img.superchart.com/images/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch-08-1pv9l-900.webp) ![A dumpling split in half showing the filling](https://img.superchart.com/images/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch-09-a2c4q-900.webp) ![A dumpling served with the hot pot broth](https://img.superchart.com/images/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch-10-14gf4-900.webp) ![A plate of side dishes served with the meal](https://img.superchart.com/images/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch-11-2h21y-900.webp) ![The side dish spread alongside the dumpling hot pot](https://img.superchart.com/images/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch-12-1p1rk-900.webp) ![Cooked cabbage and handmade dumplings](https://img.superchart.com/images/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch-13-114a3-900.webp) ![A bowl ladled with the hot pot broth](https://img.superchart.com/images/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch-14-1ruc3-900.webp) ![Meat fished out of the dumpling hot pot](https://img.superchart.com/images/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch-15-t1sn5-900.webp) ![The hot pot broth after it has deepened in flavor](https://img.superchart.com/images/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch-16-1rtp5-900.webp) ![A dumpling moved onto a small side plate](https://img.superchart.com/images/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch-17-f2gsh-900.webp) ![Cross-section of a handmade dumpling showing the filling](https://img.superchart.com/images/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch-18-1mt3s-900.webp) ![A lunch table set with the hot pot and rice](https://img.superchart.com/images/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch-19-mv55l-900.webp) ![The remaining broth in the dumpling hot pot](https://img.superchart.com/images/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch-20-1m1kv-900.webp) ![The comfortable interior of the restaurant](https://img.superchart.com/images/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch-21-he4zc-900.webp) ## First impressions of the dumpling hot pot and the broth When the dumpling hot pot arrived, the first thing I noticed was how generous it looked. The pot was packed with big handmade dumplings and plenty of cabbage and other vegetables, and there was more than enough broth to keep simmering it at leisure. What started out looking clear and light grew deeper and richer as the vegetables and meat released their flavor while it boiled. The broth wasn't too spicy or salty, so it was easy to keep eating, and it had a subtle savoriness that kept pulling my spoon back in. It's the kind of broth that warms you up from the inside, great on a chilly day or really any day you're craving something hot and filling. Rather than hitting you with strong flavor from the start, it's the kind that deepens naturally as the ingredients cook, so it's easy to enjoy without feeling weighed down. ## Big handmade dumplings — how they differ from store-bought ones Above all, the real star at Arirang Gaeseong Son Mandu is the handmade dumplings (son mandu). They were so big they were hard to eat in one bite, and packed full of filling, so just a few were plenty filling. The dumpling skin wasn't too thick but didn't tear easily either, and it kept a chewy texture even after simmering fully in the broth. The filling was generously packed with meat and vegetables, and everything came together for a flavor that was both light and savory. Splitting a dumpling in half and eating it with the broth added moisture and made it even better. The seasoning wasn't overdone, so it paired well with the side dishes too. You could really taste the care that goes into handmade dumplings — a clear step up from the store-bought kind. It's a flavor that adults and kids alike can enjoy without any resistance, making it a good pick for a family visit. ### Plenty of cabbage and other vegetables too I also liked how generous the vegetables in the hot pot were. The sweetness of the cabbage naturally soaked into the broth, and eating it alongside the dumplings added even more texture. Fishing out the meat and vegetables first, then sipping the warm broth in between, made for a pretty filling meal. The portion is generous, so it seems even more satisfying shared among a group. Since the broth stays hot until the very end, it's also nice for a slow meal with conversation. Eating quickly at lunchtime is fine too, but sometimes a hot pot simmering away in the middle of the table, eaten at a leisurely pace, is its own kind of appeal. The broth, drawn out from the dumplings and vegetables, kept deepening over time, so there was some fun in how the flavor shifted from the first spoonful to the last. ## The atmosphere and who to bring The atmosphere was comfortable and unpretentious, easy to walk into without any fuss. It wasn't a flashy space, but one where you could focus on the food itself, the kind of place that comes to mind naturally when you want warm Korean food. It suits a shared hot pot with family or friends better than a quick solo lunch. If you're looking for a good spot in Siksa-dong, Goyang, Arirang Gaeseong Son Mandu is worth a try for a warm, filling dumpling hot pot lunch. The big, generously filled handmade dumplings, the light yet deep broth, and the plentiful vegetables all came together well. It wasn't too intense, so I still felt comfortable afterward, and it's a menu that should satisfy just about anyone you bring along. If you're deciding on a lunch spot in Siksa-dong, Goyang, craving a hot soup dish, or looking for somewhere comfortable to eat with family, I'd recommend Arirang Gaeseong Son Mandu. Thanks to the carefully made dumplings and the hearty hot pot, it was a meal that warmed both body and mind. ![The parking lot at Arirang Gaeseong Son Mandu Siksa Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch-22-odrhj-900.webp) *Parking is also very convenient* Parking is also very convenient ## Where it is - Arirang Gaeseong Son Mandu Siksa Branch (아리랑 개성손만두 식사점) - 81-1 Dongguk-ro, 1st floor, Ilsandong-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea - 경기도 고양시 일산동구 동국로 81-1 1층 - 37.6792188, 126.8028831 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EC%95%84%EB%A6%AC%EB%9E%91%20%EA%B0%9C%EC%84%B1%EC%86%90%EB%A7%8C%EB%91%90%20%EC%8B%9D%EC%82%AC%EC%A0%90/@37.6792188,126.8028831,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@cups-and-parcels/arirang-gaeseong-handmade-dumpling-siksa-lunch/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt