# Cheonan date-night Korean restaurant: mackerel gondre rice, Hyangtaek - By Pildam (https://superchart.com/en/@cups-and-plates/) - Written Sep 15, 2026 - Local places › Restaurants › Cheonan, Chungnam - Sponsored: This is a review written after receiving a complimentary meal from the business. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@cups-and-plates/hyangtaek-cheonan-buldang-korean-date/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@cups-and-plates/hyangtaek-cheonan-buldang-korean-date/index.md) ## In short Hyangtaek Cheonan Buldang Branch is a Korean restaurant that recently opened on the first floor of a main-road building in Sinbuldang, Cheonan, Chungnam. On a weekend date, the writer and her fiancé ordered the signature mackerel gondre rice (Spanish mackerel with gondre herb rice) and yukhoe bibimbap (raw beef rice bowl), and the light seasoning and neat side dishes left them feeling settled rather than heavy. With parking in the building and calm lighting and noise, Hyangtaek suits both a date and a meal out with parents. ## Good to know - **Location**: 1F, Units 110 and 109, 192 Buldang25-ro, Seobuk-gu, Cheonan-si, Chungcheongnam-do (first floor of a main-road building in Sinbuldang) - **Hours**: 11:00 - 20:00 - **Break time**: 15:30 - 17:00 - **Last order**: 15:00 and 19:30 - **Parking**: Parking available in the building - **Payment**: Local currency vouchers / Zero Pay / mobile payments - **Seating**: Tables for two, tables for four, bar seats for solo diners - **What we ordered**: Mackerel gondre rice, yukhoe bibimbap *as written by the visitor on Sep 15, 2026* This weekend my fiancé and I went to Hyangtaek Cheonan Buldang Branch, a tidy new Korean restaurant that just opened in Sinbuldang :) I was craving healthy Korean food that wouldn't sit heavy rather than anything too intense, and the table setting was so clean and my stomach felt so comfortable afterward that it instantly earned Korean-food-spot status 👍🏻 In a neighborhood where parking is always a headache, being able to park in the building made it even more satisfying! I'd recommend it to anyone looking for a filling, healthy meal 🤍 ![Table setting at Hyangtaek Cheonan Buldang Branch, a Korean restaurant in Buldang-dong, Cheonan](https://img.superchart.com/images/hyangtaek-cheonan-buldang-korean-date/hyangtaek-cheonan-buldang-korean-date-01-5ysxk-900.webp) ![Vertical shot of Hyangtaek Cheonan Buldang Branch's Korean menu](https://img.superchart.com/images/hyangtaek-cheonan-buldang-korean-date/hyangtaek-cheonan-buldang-korean-date-02-4w20a-900.webp) ## Where is Hyangtaek Cheonan Buldang Branch? Hours and parking Hyangtaek Cheonan Buldang Branch is at 1F 110, 109-ho, 192 Buldang25-ro, Seobuk-gu, Cheonan-si. Hours are 11:00 - 20:00, with a break time from 15:30 - 17:00, and last order is at 15:00 and 19:30. Building parking is available, and they accept local currency, Zero Pay, and simple pay. - 📍 1F 110, 109-ho, 192 Buldang25-ro, Seobuk-gu, Cheonan-si, South Korea - ⏰ Hours 11:00 - 20:00 / Break time 15:30 - 17:00 / Last order 15:00, 19:30 - 🅿️ Parking available (building parking) - 💳 Local currency / Zero Pay / simple pay It's on the ground floor of a building right on the main road of the Sinbuldang commercial district, so it was really easy to find! Instead of being tucked down some complicated alley, it caught my eye right away even though it was my first time there! The exterior has warm wood framing paired with a neat sign, giving off a really polished feel! ![Exterior of Hyangtaek on the ground floor of a building on the main Sinbuldang road](https://img.superchart.com/images/hyangtaek-cheonan-buldang-korean-date/hyangtaek-cheonan-buldang-korean-date-03-avgr0-900.webp) ![Hyangtaek's entrance with wood framing and a neat sign](https://img.superchart.com/images/hyangtaek-cheonan-buldang-korean-date/hyangtaek-cheonan-buldang-korean-date-04-118y9-m-900.webp) ![Full exterior view of Hyangtaek Cheonan Buldang Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/hyangtaek-cheonan-buldang-korean-date/hyangtaek-cheonan-buldang-korean-date-05-13fsy-m-900.webp) ## Inside Hyangtaek: seating for dates and for solo diners Walking through the door of Hyangtaek Cheonan Buldang Branch, I was greeted by an interior that prettily mixes the coziness of a traditional hanok with modern touches 🪵 The tables were spaced well apart and everything felt neat and well organized, giving it a pleasant vibe haha. On top of the 2-seat and 4-seat tables, there were even solo bar seats where you could comfortably eat alone without feeling self-conscious! The lighting was soft and it wasn't loud at all, so it was really nice to chat with my fiancé while we ate! Hyangtaek, a Korean restaurant in Buldang-dong, has such a calm overall atmosphere that it would also be great for bringing your parents or as a tidy family dinner spot in Buldang-dong~ 🧑🧑🧒🧒 ![Hyangtaek's interior mixing hanok warmth with a modern feel](https://img.superchart.com/images/hyangtaek-cheonan-buldang-korean-date/hyangtaek-cheonan-buldang-korean-date-06-9lud7-966.webp) ![Well-spaced 2-seat and 4-seat tables at Hyangtaek](https://img.superchart.com/images/hyangtaek-cheonan-buldang-korean-date/hyangtaek-cheonan-buldang-korean-date-07-1ud2a-966.webp) ![Solo bar seating at Hyangtaek for eating alone](https://img.superchart.com/images/hyangtaek-cheonan-buldang-korean-date/hyangtaek-cheonan-buldang-korean-date-08-wov47-844.webp) ![Interior of Hyangtaek Cheonan Buldang Branch under soft lighting](https://img.superchart.com/images/hyangtaek-cheonan-buldang-korean-date/hyangtaek-cheonan-buldang-korean-date-09-1noc7-713.webp) ## What's on the menu at Hyangtaek Cheonan Buldang Branch Hyangtaek's menu ⬆️ was made up of healthy dishes that showcase the natural flavors of seasonal ingredients, all laid out nicely! From the signature mackerel gondre rice to eggplant-doenjang rice bowl, wild herb and squid rice bowl, yukhoe bibimbap, and even bibim noodles with popping herring roe — there were so many appealing options 👍🏻 ![Hyangtaek's menu board listing mackerel gondre rice and rice bowls](https://img.superchart.com/images/hyangtaek-cheonan-buldang-korean-date/hyangtaek-cheonan-buldang-korean-date-10-1ky4f-966.webp) Before our order arrived, they set out soy sauce, egg yolk, and seasoning sauce for mixing into the yukhoe bibimbap and mackerel gondre rice! With roasted gim (dried seaweed), salted seafood, and pickles added too, the table was already packed full ![Basic table setting of soy sauce, egg yolk, seasoning sauce and roasted gim](https://img.superchart.com/images/hyangtaek-cheonan-buldang-korean-date/hyangtaek-cheonan-buldang-korean-date-11-18q2w-966.webp) ## Mackerel gondre rice: crisp skin, moist flesh, no fishy smell The mackerel gondre rice came with a thick, nicely grilled piece of mackerel sitting on top of the rice, and it looked so delicious just from the visual alone... The side dishes served with it weren't overpowering either, they were mild, so they paired really well with the main dish! ![A full serving of mackerel gondre rice topped with a thick grilled mackerel fillet](https://img.superchart.com/images/hyangtaek-cheonan-buldang-korean-date/hyangtaek-cheonan-buldang-korean-date-12-5erg7-966.webp) I broke up the mackerel with a spoon and mixed it into the fragrant gondre (mountain herb) rice! There wasn't a hint of fishy smell at all, crispy outside and moist inside, it was seriously delicious. The savory flavor unique to gondre and the clean fish flesh filled my mouth — it was healthy yet deeply flavorful, so if you're looking for a Korean rice place in Buldang-dong, I recommend Hyangtaek 🤤🤍 ![Mackerel flesh mixed into the gondre rice](https://img.superchart.com/images/hyangtaek-cheonan-buldang-korean-date/hyangtaek-cheonan-buldang-korean-date-13-10rt9-966.webp) ## Yukhoe bibimbap: chewy raw beef with crunchy vegetables My fiancé chose the yukhoe bibimbap, and it came piled generously with fresh, vivid red yukhoe (raw beef) and vegetables, so much that I wanted to trade with him... but he wouldn't give it up at all *^^* ![Yukhoe bibimbap topped with vivid red raw beef and vegetables](https://img.superchart.com/images/hyangtaek-cheonan-buldang-korean-date/hyangtaek-cheonan-buldang-korean-date-14-16ttn-900.webp) ![Hyangtaek's yukhoe bibimbap bowl before mixing in the seasoning sauce](https://img.superchart.com/images/hyangtaek-cheonan-buldang-korean-date/hyangtaek-cheonan-buldang-korean-date-15-iix7q-900.webp) I mixed in the seasoning sauce and managed to steal a bite anyway! The chewy, springy texture of the fresh yukhoe combined with the crunchy vegetables made it really delicious too. The seasoning wasn't heavy or overly spicy but had a subtle umami depth, so I could enjoy it all the way to the last spoonful without getting tired of it 👍🏻 ![Table cleared to the last side dish after the meal at Hyangtaek](https://img.superchart.com/images/hyangtaek-cheonan-buldang-korean-date/hyangtaek-cheonan-buldang-korean-date-16-194jv-840.webp) ## After the meal: would we go back to Hyangtaek? We finished everything neatly again today... didn't leave a single side dish uneaten haha. That's basically a certified Buldang-dong food spot, right? The food overall wasn't heavily seasoned and carefully preserved the natural freshness of the ingredients, so my stomach felt comfortable with no bloating afterward! The side dishes were also served neatly, which made it feel even better — with great taste and quality, easy parking, and an emotional interior all in one place, this is a 100% return-visit restaurant that I'd love to bring my parents to next time! If you're looking for a can't-go-wrong spot in Buldang-dong, or want a hearty meal that's easy on your stomach, I definitely recommend paying a visit :)🤍 ![Representative photo of Hyangtaek Cheonan Buldang Branch's Korean food](https://img.superchart.com/images/hyangtaek-cheonan-buldang-korean-date/hyangtaek-cheonan-buldang-korean-date-17-x5pag-1200.webp) ## Where it is - Hyangtaek Cheonan Buldang Branch (향택 천안불당점) - 1F 110, 109-ho, 192 Buldang25-ro, Seobuk-gu, Cheonan-si, Chungcheongnam-do, South Korea - 충청남도 천안시 서북구 불당25로 192 1층 110, 109호 - 36.8180843, 127.1091588 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%ED%96%A5%ED%83%9D%20%EC%B2%9C%EC%95%88%EB%B6%88%EB%8B%B9%EC%A0%90/@36.8180843,127.1091588,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@cups-and-plates/hyangtaek-cheonan-buldang-korean-date/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt