# Gyeongju Korean restaurant lunch with yukhoe noodles: Goyu - By Yeobaek (https://superchart.com/en/@daegu-wooden-tray/) - Written Sep 12, 2026 - Local places › Restaurants › Gyeongju, Gyeongbuk - Sponsored: This post was written with support for a visit to the restaurant. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@daegu-wooden-tray/gyeongju-hwangridan-goyu-set-lunch/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@daegu-wooden-tray/gyeongju-hwangridan-goyu-set-lunch/index.md) ## In short Goyu is a Korean restaurant on Hwangridan-gil’s main street in Gyeongju, Gyeongbuk. I had the 46,000 won Goyu Set with tiger makgeolli, crispy bulgogi, Hanwoo yukhoe buckwheat noodles, and gangdoenjang ssambap, and the portions were generous. A filling, stylish lunch stop for a Gyeongju trip. ## Good to know - **Location**: 49 Sajeong-ro, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea (경상북도 경주시 사정로 49), on Hwangridan-gil’s main street - **Ordered**: Goyu Set (Hanwoo yukhoe bibim buckwheat noodles, gangdoenjang ssambap, crispy bulgogi, and 1 drink) — ₩46,000 - **Ordered**: Tiger Makgeolli — ₩6,000 - **Ordering**: Order using the tablet at the table - **Seating**: Bar seating and table seating - **Parking**: Use a nearby public parking lot *as written by the visitor on Sep 12, 2026* ## Goyu, a Korean dining spot on Gyeongju’s Hwangridan-gil ![Signature photo of Goyu, a Korean dining spot on Gyeongju’s Hwangridan-gil](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-hwangridan-goyu-set-lunch/gyeongju-hwangridan-goyu-set-lunch-01-jmp0b-1200.webp) During this one-night, two-day trip to Gyeongju, I visited Goyu, a popular Korean restaurant on Hwangridan-gil, for lunch. It is a Korean dining spot with a hanok-style exterior and large glass windows that keep the space feeling open, serving traditional Korean dishes with a modern touch. ## Easy access from Hwangridan-gil’s main street Goyu is on the main street of Gyeongju’s Hwangridan-gil. It is about a five-minute walk from Daereungwon and the heart of Hwangridan-gil’s shopping area, and only about two minutes on foot from Hwangnam Market, so it was convenient for planning our route while traveling. ![Location guide near Goyu on Hwangridan-gil](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-hwangridan-goyu-set-lunch/gyeongju-hwangridan-goyu-set-lunch-02-1o72t-966.webp) ![Location guide near Goyu on Hwangridan-gil](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-hwangridan-goyu-set-lunch/gyeongju-hwangridan-goyu-set-lunch-03-squif-966.webp) Simply search for Goyu or the address in your navigation app to find it easily. If you are driving, use one of the nearby public parking lots. ## A hanok exterior and an airy interior As you would expect from a well-known Gyeongju restaurant, the hanok-style exterior immediately caught my eye. The full-height glass gave it an open feel rather than anything enclosed or stuffy. ![Goyu exterior with hanok styling and large glass windows](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-hwangridan-goyu-set-lunch/gyeongju-hwangridan-goyu-set-lunch-04-1rzk0-966.webp) We arrived at around 1:10 p.m., a little after the lunch rush. Luckily, the wait was just about ending, so we got in quickly without waiting long. ![Waiting area at Goyu after the lunch rush](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-hwangridan-goyu-set-lunch/gyeongju-hwangridan-goyu-set-lunch-05-kabcs-966.webp) ![Waiting area at Goyu after the lunch rush](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-hwangridan-goyu-set-lunch/gyeongju-hwangridan-goyu-set-lunch-06-9r7ve-966.webp) The interior was clean overall, with both bar seats and tables, so it looked like a good place whether you are dining alone or with company. ![Goyu interior with bar seats and table seating](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-hwangridan-goyu-set-lunch/gyeongju-hwangridan-goyu-set-lunch-07-fqp4r-966.webp) ![Goyu interior with bar seats and table seating](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-hwangridan-goyu-set-lunch/gyeongju-hwangridan-goyu-set-lunch-08-10tbo-966.webp) I also liked the open kitchen layout, where you can watch the food being prepared. ![Goyu’s open kitchen where guests can watch food being prepared](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-hwangridan-goyu-set-lunch/gyeongju-hwangridan-goyu-set-lunch-09-1vlg2-966.webp) ## Ordering the Goyu Set by tablet You place your order using the tablet at the table. ![Tablet ordering system at the table](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-hwangridan-goyu-set-lunch/gyeongju-hwangridan-goyu-set-lunch-10-xzzka-966.webp) The signature menu included perilla-oil buckwheat noodles, Hanwoo yukhoe perilla-oil bibim noodles, boneless Spanish mackerel gondre sotbap (pot-cooked rice with thistle greens), whole pork belly kimchi stew, and Hanwoo yukjeon (pan-fried beef slices), along with many other Korean dishes. ![Goyu’s selection of Korean dishes](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-hwangridan-goyu-set-lunch/gyeongju-hwangridan-goyu-set-lunch-11-s1rtl-966.webp) ![Goyu’s selection of Korean dishes](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-hwangridan-goyu-set-lunch/gyeongju-hwangridan-goyu-set-lunch-12-10918-966.webp) We ordered the Goyu Set (₩46,000), which came with Hanwoo yukhoe bibim buckwheat noodles, gangdoenjang ssambap (rice wrapped in greens with thick soybean paste), crispy bulgogi, and one drink. ![Goyu Set with Hanwoo yukhoe bibim buckwheat noodles and gangdoenjang ssambap](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-hwangridan-goyu-set-lunch/gyeongju-hwangridan-goyu-set-lunch-13-xo4qt-966.webp) There was also a good selection of traditional Korean alcohol, so we ordered a Tiger Makgeolli (₩6,000) to have lightly alongside the food. ![Tiger Makgeolli ordered with the meal](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-hwangridan-goyu-set-lunch/gyeongju-hwangridan-goyu-set-lunch-14-j5x14-966.webp) ## From crispy bulgogi to gangdoenjang ssambap First, the complimentary sides arrived: clear beef-and-radish soup and geotjeori, freshly seasoned kimchi. The soup was refreshing, with generous chunks of beef, and the geotjeori was clean-tasting and delicious too. ![Complimentary clear beef-and-radish soup and geotjeori](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-hwangridan-goyu-set-lunch/gyeongju-hwangridan-goyu-set-lunch-15-1fykp-966.webp) ![Complimentary clear beef-and-radish soup and geotjeori](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-hwangridan-goyu-set-lunch/gyeongju-hwangridan-goyu-set-lunch-16-dz4jk-966.webp) The Tiger Makgeolli arrived first in a pretty glass. It was sweet and refreshing, making it a nice light accompaniment during the day. ![Tiger Makgeolli served in a pretty glass](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-hwangridan-goyu-set-lunch/gyeongju-hwangridan-goyu-set-lunch-17-j9y8s-966.webp) After a short wait, the crispy bulgogi came out first. Served on a hot iron plate, it stayed warm for a long time. The outside was nicely crisped, and the sauce was tasty, so it went well with the makgeolli too. ![Crispy bulgogi served on a hot iron plate](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-hwangridan-goyu-set-lunch/gyeongju-hwangridan-goyu-set-lunch-18-1gox3-966.webp) Next came the Hanwoo yukhoe bibim buckwheat noodles. You mix together the raw beef and seasoned noodles; the sauce was not overpowering, and the perilla-oil aroma came through nicely, giving it great overall balance. ![Hanwoo yukhoe bibim buckwheat noodles with a perilla-oil aroma](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-hwangridan-goyu-set-lunch/gyeongju-hwangridan-goyu-set-lunch-19-1g93h-966.webp) Lastly, the gangdoenjang ssambap arrived. Cold boiled pork was placed on top of the kale rice wrap in the middle, with gangdoenjang surrounding it. The mildly salty soybean paste, ssambap, and cold pork worked very well together and tasted great. ![Gangdoenjang ssambap with kale rice wraps and cold boiled pork](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-hwangridan-goyu-set-lunch/gyeongju-hwangridan-goyu-set-lunch-20-158dk-966.webp) The portions were generous overall, so one set made for a properly filling meal. ![A filling Goyu Set meal](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-hwangridan-goyu-set-lunch/gyeongju-hwangridan-goyu-set-lunch-21-c4xg6-966.webp) ## A great lunch stop during a Gyeongju trip Because Goyu sits on Hwangridan-gil’s main street, it was a good place for a meal during a Gyeongju trip. The hanok exterior, modern atmosphere, and contemporary take on traditional Korean food all went well together, and the Goyu Set I tried was clean-tasting and delicious overall. If you are looking for a lunch spot with a nice atmosphere on Gyeongju’s Hwangridan-gil, it would be worth a visit. ## Where it is - Goyu (고유) - 49 Sajeong-ro, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea (경상북도 경주시 사정로 49) - 경상북도 경주시 사정로 49 - 35.8367243, 129.208533 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EA%B3%A0%EC%9C%A0/@35.8367243,129.208533,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@daegu-wooden-tray/gyeongju-hwangridan-goyu-set-lunch/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt