# Daegu Korean restaurant for eggplant doenjang rice: Hyangtaek - By Chaerin (https://superchart.com/en/@daegu-dining-rounds/) - Written Sep 13, 2026 - Local places › Restaurants › Jung-gu, Daegu - Sponsored: This post was written with support for a visit to the restaurant. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@daegu-dining-rounds/daegu-jongro-eggplant-doenjang-hyangtaek/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@daegu-dining-rounds/daegu-jongro-eggplant-doenjang-hyangtaek/index.md) ## In short Hyangtaek Daegu Jongno Branch is a Korean restaurant in Jung-gu, Daegu, serving carefully prepared rice bowls. We shared Spanish mackerel gondre rice and eggplant doenjang rice for 14,000 and 13,000 won in its serene hanok-inspired setting. Verdict: a satisfying, thoughtfully prepared meal in Daegu Jongno. ## Good to know - **Address**: 19 Jungang-daero 77-gil, Jung-gu, Daegu, South Korea - **Hours**: Daily 11:00–20:00 - **Break time**: 15:30–17:00 - **Last order**: 15:00, 19:30 - **Spanish mackerel gondre rice**: ₩14,000 - **Eggplant doenjang rice**: ₩13,000 - **Parking**: No dedicated parking; use a nearby parking lot - **Amenities**: High chairs available *as written by the visitor on Sep 13, 2026* The weather has been so lovely lately that I finally met up with an older friend I’m especially fond of for a delicious dinner! We both love light, unfussy Korean food, and while searching, I found a newly popular spot in Daegu Jongno and quickly went to check it out. It was Hyangtaek Daegu Jongno Branch (향택 대구종로점). ## Hyangtaek Daegu Jongno Branch: location and visitor information Hyangtaek Daegu Jongno Branch is a 3–5 minute walk from Exit 1 of Jungangno Station. It is directly across from Starbucks Jongno Gotaek, and only about five minutes on foot from The Hyundai Daegu or the Yangnyeongsi herbal medicine market, so it is very easy to find. - Hours: daily 11:00–20:00 - Break time: 15:30–17:00 - Last orders: 15:00 and 19:30 - There is no dedicated parking, but a nearby parking lot one minute away on foot is convenient. - High chairs are available~! ## A blend of hanok charm and modern style ![Restaurant interior blending hanok charm and modern style](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-jongro-eggplant-doenjang-hyangtaek/daegu-jongro-eggplant-doenjang-hyangtaek-01-e7pko-966.webp) The moment I stepped inside, I loved the atmosphere: the serene character of a hanok (traditional Korean house) was blended with a modern sensibility. The lighting was soft, and the tables were comfortably spaced, making it perfect for a cozy meal and conversation with my friend. ![Restaurant interior with soft lighting and comfortably spaced tables](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-jongro-eggplant-doenjang-hyangtaek/daegu-jongro-eggplant-doenjang-hyangtaek-02-5d36k-966.webp) ![Serene interior of Hyangtaek Daegu Jongno Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-jongro-eggplant-doenjang-hyangtaek/daegu-jongro-eggplant-doenjang-hyangtaek-03-g9t8x-966.webp) Above all, the owner was incredibly kind! As each dish arrived, they carefully explained one by one how to combine the components for the best flavor, so we could start our meal feeling warmly looked after. ![Dining table where guidance on how to eat the menu is provided](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-jongro-eggplant-doenjang-hyangtaek/daegu-jongro-eggplant-doenjang-hyangtaek-04-s8ffv-966.webp) For reference, Hyangtaek uses only Sindongjin rice, known for its large, glossy grains. The fresh ingredients grown in Korea, along with the owner’s kindness, had me very excited even before taking a bite. ## Hyangtaek Daegu Jongno Branch menu and side dishes > Hyangtaek Daegu Jongno Branch menu ![Hyangtaek Daegu Jongno Branch menu](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-jongro-eggplant-doenjang-hyangtaek/daegu-jongro-eggplant-doenjang-hyangtaek-05-1t0vx-966.webp) ![Hyangtaek Daegu Jongno Branch menu selection](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-jongro-eggplant-doenjang-hyangtaek/daegu-jongro-eggplant-doenjang-hyangtaek-06-p51uf-966.webp) ![Menu listing Korean rice bowl dishes](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-jongro-eggplant-doenjang-hyangtaek/daegu-jongro-eggplant-doenjang-hyangtaek-07-riatx-966.webp) ![Hyangtaek menu information](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-jongro-eggplant-doenjang-hyangtaek/daegu-jongro-eggplant-doenjang-hyangtaek-08-1guze-966.webp) ![Photo of the Hyangtaek Daegu Jongno Branch menu](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-jongro-eggplant-doenjang-hyangtaek/daegu-jongro-eggplant-doenjang-hyangtaek-09-fip2g-966.webp) You order by looking over the menu, and once you do, they set the table so neatly like this! ![Neatly arranged side dishes and soup](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-jongro-eggplant-doenjang-hyangtaek/daegu-jongro-eggplant-doenjang-hyangtaek-10-aiext-966.webp) There were pickled gungchae stems, salted fermented squid, a refreshing and clean miso-doenjang soup, and roasted seaweed! They were delicious alongside the rice bowls!? There is also a guide to enjoying Hyangtaek’s dishes, so have a look and use it as a reference! ![Guide to enjoying Hyangtaek rice bowls](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-jongro-eggplant-doenjang-hyangtaek/daegu-jongro-eggplant-doenjang-hyangtaek-11-16k5c-966.webp) ## Sharing Spanish mackerel gondre rice and eggplant doenjang rice We each ordered the rice bowl we wanted and shared them! ### My friend’s pick: Spanish mackerel gondre rice The Spanish mackerel gondre rice was ₩14,000. ![A bowl of Spanish mackerel gondre rice](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-jongro-eggplant-doenjang-hyangtaek/daegu-jongro-eggplant-doenjang-hyangtaek-12-q5fvj-1200.webp) ![Gondre rice topped with thick grilled Spanish mackerel](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-jongro-eggplant-doenjang-hyangtaek/daegu-jongro-eggplant-doenjang-hyangtaek-13-1y7pd-966.webp) This rice bowl came topped with a thick piece of beautifully golden-grilled Spanish mackerel, fragrant gondre greens (Korean thistle greens), and pickled mushrooms. ![Rice bowl with gondre greens and pickled mushrooms](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-jongro-eggplant-doenjang-hyangtaek/daegu-jongro-eggplant-doenjang-hyangtaek-14-7tjvd-966.webp) I mixed it together as the owner had suggested and gave it a try. ![Mixed Spanish mackerel gondre rice](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-jongro-eggplant-doenjang-hyangtaek/daegu-jongro-eggplant-doenjang-hyangtaek-15-1un1k-966.webp) The fish bones had been removed well, so it was easy to eat. It was mild rather than overpowering, and the nutty gondre aroma paired wonderfully with the Spanish mackerel. ![Mild Spanish mackerel gondre rice meal](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-jongro-eggplant-doenjang-hyangtaek/daegu-jongro-eggplant-doenjang-hyangtaek-16-1lxn3-966.webp) ![Spanish mackerel gondre rice eaten with roasted seaweed](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-jongro-eggplant-doenjang-hyangtaek/daegu-jongro-eggplant-doenjang-hyangtaek-17-1qmla-966.webp) *It was delicious wrapped up and eaten this way, too.* It was a healthy dish with real depth of flavor. It was even better wrapped in seaweed!! ### My pick: eggplant doenjang rice The eggplant doenjang rice was ₩13,000. ![A bowl of eggplant doenjang rice](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-jongro-eggplant-doenjang-hyangtaek/daegu-jongro-eggplant-doenjang-hyangtaek-18-ziav0-966.webp) ![Rice bowl with grilled eggplant and gangdoenjang sauce](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-jongro-eggplant-doenjang-hyangtaek/daegu-jongro-eggplant-doenjang-hyangtaek-19-1yfz3-966.webp) This rice bowl featured large grilled pieces of eggplant, a savory gangdoenjang (thick fermented soybean paste) sauce, and fragrant chives. I already tend to love eggplant dishes, but— ![Eggplant doenjang rice with chives](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-jongro-eggplant-doenjang-hyangtaek/daegu-jongro-eggplant-doenjang-hyangtaek-20-21kkm-966.webp) The earthy gangdoenjang had soaked right into the eggplant’s soft texture, and when I mixed it well with the rice as instructed, it was a total rice thief! ![Eggplant doenjang rice mixed well with rice](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-jongro-eggplant-doenjang-hyangtaek/daegu-jongro-eggplant-doenjang-hyangtaek-21-l3vv2-966.webp) I ate it exclaiming over every bite. ![Rice bowl meal served with side dishes](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-jongro-eggplant-doenjang-hyangtaek/daegu-jongro-eggplant-doenjang-hyangtaek-22-1ir0g-966.webp) The accompanying side dishes and warm soup were also set out neatly, and both my friend and I scraped our bowls clean. ## A meal made with care in Daegu Jongno ![Neatly presented Korean rice bowl meal](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-jongro-eggplant-doenjang-hyangtaek/daegu-jongro-eggplant-doenjang-hyangtaek-23-8u317-966.webp) ![Dining space and meal setting at Hyangtaek Daegu Jongno Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-jongro-eggplant-doenjang-hyangtaek/daegu-jongro-eggplant-doenjang-hyangtaek-24-dyxwv-966.webp) From the neat presentation and fresh ingredients to the serene atmosphere and the owner’s kind service, there was nothing missing here. When you want a meal made with care, I highly recommend Hyangtaek Daegu Jongno Branch as a great restaurant in Daegu Jongno or a place to eat near Banwoldang! ## Where it is - Hyangtaek Daegu Jongno Branch (향택 대구종로점) (향택 대구종로점) - 19 Jungang-daero 77-gil, Jung-gu, Daegu, South Korea - 대구광역시 중구 중앙대로77길 19 1호 향택 대구종로점 - 35.8682937, 128.5923805 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%ED%96%A5%ED%83%9D%20%EB%8C%80%EA%B5%AC%EC%A2%85%EB%A1%9C%EC%A0%90/@35.8682937,128.5923805,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@daegu-dining-rounds/daegu-jongro-eggplant-doenjang-hyangtaek/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt