# Minari beef rib hot pot with parking at Hyoeunok, Gyeongju restaurant - By Seodam (https://superchart.com/en/@daegu-table-margin/) - Written Sep 7, 2026 - Updated Sep 14, 2026 - Local places › Restaurants › Gyeongju, Gyeongbuk - Sponsored: This post was written based on a sponsored store visit. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@daegu-table-margin/gyeongju-minari-galbi-jeongol-hyoeunok/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@daegu-table-margin/gyeongju-minari-galbi-jeongol-hyoeunok/index.md) · [日本語](https://superchart.com/ja/@daegu-table-margin/gyeongju-minari-galbi-jeongol-hyoeunok/index.md) · [简体中文](https://superchart.com/zh-cn/@daegu-table-margin/gyeongju-minari-galbi-jeongol-hyoeunok/index.md) · [繁體中文](https://superchart.com/zh-tw/@daegu-table-margin/gyeongju-minari-galbi-jeongol-hyoeunok/index.md) · [Tiếng Việt](https://superchart.com/vi/@daegu-table-margin/gyeongju-minari-galbi-jeongol-hyoeunok/index.md) · [ไทย](https://superchart.com/th/@daegu-table-margin/gyeongju-minari-galbi-jeongol-hyoeunok/index.md) · [Bahasa Indonesia](https://superchart.com/id/@daegu-table-margin/gyeongju-minari-galbi-jeongol-hyoeunok/index.md) · [Bahasa Melayu](https://superchart.com/ms/@daegu-table-margin/gyeongju-minari-galbi-jeongol-hyoeunok/index.md) · [Español](https://superchart.com/es/@daegu-table-margin/gyeongju-minari-galbi-jeongol-hyoeunok/index.md) ## In short Hyoeunok Gyeongju Branch is a Korean restaurant in the Bomun Lake area of Gyeongju, Gyeongbuk, serving a Gyeongju minari (water dropwort) beef rib hot pot as a full course with shabu-shabu and gondre rice porridge. With its own parking lot, a free public lot across the street, mother-of-pearl interior decor, baby chairs and a self-service side dish corner, it's an easy pick for a family meal, and the mountain-high hot pot and clean broth made the visit well worth it. ## Good to know - **Address**: 1F, 12-6 Bukgun3-gil, Gyeongju, Gyeongbuk, South Korea - **Hours**: Daily 11:00–21:00 - **Parking**: Hyoeunok's own lot; free public lot across the street when full - **Signature menu**: Ppyeodeumbuk galbitang (bone-packed short rib soup), sohanmaritang (whole beef soup), Gyeongju minari beef rib hot pot set - **Event**: Free Cheomseongdae tteokgalbi (grilled short rib patty) with a verified Naver receipt review - **Amenities**: Baby chairs, self-service side dishes (kkakdugi, kimchi), broth refill kettle and microwave *as written by the visitor on Sep 7, 2026* A review of Hyoeunok Gyeongju Branch, a well-known restaurant I found while traveling around Gyeongju. I wanted to share this with anyone looking for good food around Gyeongju's Bomun Lake area, or for a restaurant Gyeongju locals actually eat at — it's a Korean restaurant specializing in nourishing home-style dishes. ![Main image from the Hyoeunok Gyeongju Branch review](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-minari-galbi-jeongol-hyoeunok/gyeongju-minari-galbi-jeongol-hyoeunok-01-1xmtz-900.webp) ## Where do you park? In Hyoeunok's own private parking lot. ![Hyoeunok Gyeongju Branch's private parking lot](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-minari-galbi-jeongol-hyoeunok/gyeongju-minari-galbi-jeongol-hyoeunok-02-1vjve-900.webp) If that lot is full, you can use the free public parking lot right across from the restaurant. ![Free public parking lot across from the restaurant](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-minari-galbi-jeongol-hyoeunok/gyeongju-minari-galbi-jeongol-hyoeunok-03-1wqop-900.webp) ## The exterior: hanok tiled roof Hyoeunok Gyeongju Branch pairs a classic hanok tiled roof with a modern white signboard in a stylish combination. To the left of the entrance stand signs for minari hanwoo yukhoe muljjim (raw beef with water dropwort in cold broth) and Gyeongju-style minari yukhoe makguksu (buckwheat noodles with raw beef and water dropwort), and stone steps lead into a clean, tidy dining room. ![Exterior of Hyoeunok Gyeongju Branch with hanok tiled roof and white signboard](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-minari-galbi-jeongol-hyoeunok/gyeongju-minari-galbi-jeongol-hyoeunok-04-1562u-900.webp) A large signature menu board is mounted on the outer wall. It shows detailed photos and descriptions of the restaurant's representative dishes — ppyeodeumbuk galbitang, sohanmaritang, and the Gyeongju minari beef rib hot pot set — building anticipation before you even step inside. ![Signature menu board mounted on the outer wall](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-minari-galbi-jeongol-hyoeunok/gyeongju-minari-galbi-jeongol-hyoeunok-05-1713t-899.webp) ## Mother-of-pearl decor inside A mother-of-pearl vanity, just like the one I remember seeing at my grandmother's house. Such a nostalgic piece. ![Nostalgic mother-of-pearl vanity displayed inside the restaurant](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-minari-galbi-jeongol-hyoeunok/gyeongju-minari-galbi-jeongol-hyoeunok-06-1kemj-900.webp) The interior is a spacious, comfortable dining space. Ornate traditional mother-of-pearl inlay patterns on the walls combine with warm lighting to create an upscale atmosphere. ![Interior with mother-of-pearl traditional inlay decor and lighting](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-minari-galbi-jeongol-hyoeunok/gyeongju-minari-galbi-jeongol-hyoeunok-07-155kd-900.webp) The tables are spaced well apart with comfortable chairs, making it a great spot to bring your parents or gather with family. ![Dining area with widely spaced tables](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-minari-galbi-jeongol-hyoeunok/gyeongju-minari-galbi-jeongol-hyoeunok-08-qjuyh-900.webp) A sign announcing a free gift of Cheomseongdae tteokgalbi for verified Naver receipt reviews, along with promotional material for Horang Yuja Saengmakgeolli (tiger-and-citron unfiltered rice wine), which was chosen as the toast drink for the APEC summit dinner. ![Sign for the receipt review event and rice wine promotional material](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-minari-galbi-jeongol-hyoeunok/gyeongju-minari-galbi-jeongol-hyoeunok-09-13j0i-900.webp) A neatly arranged self-service side dish corner on one side of the restaurant. It's stocked full of crisp, well-seasoned kkakdugi (cubed radish kimchi) and spicy kimchi, plus a kettle of warm broth for refills and a microwave — a thoughtful touch for guests. ![Self-service side dish corner stocked with kkakdugi and kimchi](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-minari-galbi-jeongol-hyoeunok/gyeongju-minari-galbi-jeongol-hyoeunok-10-jn4xc-900.webp) Baby chairs are also on hand, so families with young kids can dine comfortably too. ![Baby chairs provided at the restaurant](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-minari-galbi-jeongol-hyoeunok/gyeongju-minari-galbi-jeongol-hyoeunok-11-woxjo-899.webp) ## How to eat the beef rib hot pot Every table has a helpful sign explaining how to best enjoy the beef rib hot pot. It walks through the full course step by step — from step one, heating the meat, to enjoying the vegetables and sauce, then on to the shabu-shabu kalguksu (knife-cut noodles) and finally gondre juk (wild aster rice porridge). ![Table sign explaining how to best enjoy the beef rib hot pot](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-minari-galbi-jeongol-hyoeunok/gyeongju-minari-galbi-jeongol-hyoeunok-12-1a855-900.webp) ## Gyeongju minari beef rib hot pot and gondre juk ![Bowl of rice topped with gondre greens and seaweed flakes](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-minari-galbi-jeongol-hyoeunok/gyeongju-minari-galbi-jeongol-hyoeunok-13-50nyk-900.webp) ![Gondre juk simmered in the hot pot broth](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-minari-galbi-jeongol-hyoeunok/gyeongju-minari-galbi-jeongol-hyoeunok-14-gis1j-900.webp) Rice topped with nutty sesame, seaweed flakes, and fragrant gondre (wild aster greens) simmered right into the rich hot pot broth becomes a soft, comforting gondre juk that settles your stomach. ![Plate of shabu-shabu beef](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-minari-galbi-jeongol-hyoeunok/gyeongju-minari-galbi-jeongol-hyoeunok-15-1tll4-900.webp) ![Shabu-shabu beef being blanched in the broth](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-minari-galbi-jeongol-hyoeunok/gyeongju-minari-galbi-jeongol-hyoeunok-16-yzpjt-900.webp) A plate of shabu-shabu beef to enjoy alongside the hot pot vegetables. The bright red, freshly marbled beef is outstanding, and briefly blanching it in the hot broth gives it a wonderfully tender texture. ![Gyeongju minari beef rib hot pot piled up like a mountain](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-minari-galbi-jeongol-hyoeunok/gyeongju-minari-galbi-jeongol-hyoeunok-17-e5e4l-1200.webp) ![Vertical shot of the beef rib hot pot with the Hyoeunok flag](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-minari-galbi-jeongol-hyoeunok/gyeongju-minari-galbi-jeongol-hyoeunok-18-ghixz-m-900.webp) The sheer, mountain-like visual of the Gyeongju minari beef rib hot pot as it arrives at the table. A cute little Hyoeunok Gyeongju flag is planted atop the thick, meaty short ribs, with fragrant minari, bean sprouts, and mushrooms piled generously underneath. ![A full hot pot spread loaded with minari and bean sprouts](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-minari-galbi-jeongol-hyoeunok/gyeongju-minari-galbi-jeongol-hyoeunok-19-m0974-900.webp) The portion size is huge. ![Minari beef rib hot pot bubbling away on the burner](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-minari-galbi-jeongol-hyoeunok/gyeongju-minari-galbi-jeongol-hyoeunok-20-gy1nv-900.webp) The hot pot bubbling away, looking absolutely irresistible. The deep, clear broth draws out the flavor from the crisp minari and tender rib meat, delivering a clean yet deeply savory taste. ## Final thoughts Everything about Hyoeunok Gyeongju Branch was on point — the heartfelt nourishing food, the friendly service, and the spotless dining space. If you're hunting for a good restaurant around Gyeongju's Bomun Lake area, or one that Gyeongju locals swear by, I'd recommend visiting without a second thought. ## Visit info - Address: 1F, 12-6 Bukgun3-gil, Gyeongju, Gyeongbuk, South Korea - Hours: Daily 11:00–21:00 ## Where it is - Hyoeunok Gyeongju Branch (효은옥 경주분점) - 1F, 12-6 Bukgun3-gil, Gyeongju, Gyeongbuk, South Korea - 경상북도 경주시 북군3길 12-6 1층 효은옥 경주 - 35.852513, 129.2647527 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%ED%9A%A8%EC%9D%80%EC%98%A5%20%EA%B2%BD%EC%A3%BC%EB%B6%84%EC%A0%90/@35.852513,129.2647527,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@daegu-table-margin/gyeongju-minari-galbi-jeongol-hyoeunok/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt