# Gangneung restaurant with fermented pollock makguksu: Gossi's Donghae - By Serim Ko (https://superchart.com/en/@daegwallyeong-cold-tray/) - Written Sep 15, 2026 - Local places › Restaurants › Gangneung, Gangwon - Sponsored: This post was written after a visit sponsored by the business. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@daegwallyeong-cold-tray/gangneung-local-pick-makguksu-sundubu-kalguksu/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@daegwallyeong-cold-tray/gangneung-local-pick-makguksu-sundubu-kalguksu/index.md) ## In short Gossi's Donghae Makguksu & Sundubu Kalguksu Main Branch is a house-made noodle restaurant near Gangmun Beach in Gangneung, serving makguksu (cold buckwheat noodles) and sundubu kalguksu (soft tofu knife-cut noodle soup). On a Gangneung local's recommendation, one table covered bibim makguksu topped with myeongtae sikhae (fermented pollock), mul makguksu, sundubu kalguksu, pork suyuk and unfiltered buckwheat makgeolli. Easy beach parking, pet-friendly floors and consistently good bowls make Gossi's Donghae Makguksu an easy choice for one noodle meal on a Gangneung trip. ## Good to know - **Location**: 25 Changhae-ro 350beon-gil, Gangneung, Gangwon (floors 1–3, near Gangmun Beach) - **Hours**: Weekdays 10:00–20:30 / Weekends 08:00–20:30 - **Parking**: Gangmun Beach public parking lot - **Size**: Floors 1–3, groups welcome - **Pets**: Pets allowed - **Waiting**: Sign up through Catch Table when there is a wait - **What we ordered**: Bibim makguksu, mul makguksu, sundubu kalguksu, pork suyuk, unfiltered buckwheat makgeolli - **Side dishes**: Basic banchan served; refills are self-serve *as written by the visitor on Sep 15, 2026* 🍜🍜🍜 Makguksu (buckwheat cold noodles) is one of those must-eat foods whenever you head to Gangwon-do!! I had a trip to Gangneung coming up and was wondering where to try it this time, when a local friend recommended a place, so I went to check it out. ![Exterior of Gossi's Donghae Makguksu near Gangmun Beach, Gangneung](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangneung-local-pick-makguksu-sundubu-kalguksu/gangneung-local-pick-makguksu-sundubu-kalguksu-01-1d6av-900.webp) ## Why a Gangneung local sends visitors to Gossi's Donghae Makguksu by Gangmun Beach My local friend's pick was none other than Gossi's Donghae Makguksu!! It's located near Gangmun Beach, one of Gangneung's hottest spots. ![Building and signboard of Gossi's Donghae Makguksu](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangneung-local-pick-makguksu-sundubu-kalguksu/gangneung-local-pick-makguksu-sundubu-kalguksu-02-f9unp-900.webp) Gossi's Donghae Makguksu was so cute right from the entrance..🤍 ![Entrance decoration at Gossi's Donghae Makguksu](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangneung-local-pick-makguksu-sundubu-kalguksu/gangneung-local-pick-makguksu-sundubu-kalguksu-03-yy2b7-900.webp) ## Parking, pets and waiting at Gossi's Donghae Makguksu Gossi's Donghae Makguksu is easy to get to and parking is really well set up — you can just use the Gangmun Beach public parking lot, which was super convenient. ![Gangmun Beach public parking lot and area around the restaurant](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangneung-local-pick-makguksu-sundubu-kalguksu/gangneung-local-pick-makguksu-sundubu-kalguksu-04-1nefs-900.webp) On top of that, pets are welcome, so it seemed like a lot of families were coming by!! ![Store entrance with pet-friendly signage](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangneung-local-pick-makguksu-sundubu-kalguksu/gangneung-local-pick-makguksu-sundubu-kalguksu-05-ktlzv-866.webp) Maybe because of all this convenience, Gossi's Donghae Makguksu tends to have a wait often — if there's a line, you register through Catch Table. ![Waiting information and waiting area at Gossi's Donghae Makguksu](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangneung-local-pick-makguksu-sundubu-kalguksu/gangneung-local-pick-makguksu-sundubu-kalguksu-06-1mgge-900.webp) ![Interior hallway at Gossi's Donghae Makguksu](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangneung-local-pick-makguksu-sundubu-kalguksu/gangneung-local-pick-makguksu-sundubu-kalguksu-07-19u0s-900.webp) ![Dining hall seating at Gossi's Donghae Makguksu](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangneung-local-pick-makguksu-sundubu-kalguksu/gangneung-local-pick-makguksu-sundubu-kalguksu-08-1wpbu-900.webp) We came deliberately at an early hour so we could go straight in!! Gossi's Donghae Makguksu is pretty spacious — with seating up to the 3rd floor, it seemed great for group visits too. ![Spacious seating extending up to the 3rd floor](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangneung-local-pick-makguksu-sundubu-kalguksu/gangneung-local-pick-makguksu-sundubu-kalguksu-09-1mzc4-808.webp) And since it's right in front of the beach, the view was amazing too!! ![Ocean view of Gangmun Beach from the window](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangneung-local-pick-makguksu-sundubu-kalguksu/gangneung-local-pick-makguksu-sundubu-kalguksu-10-sb54n-900.webp) ## What is on the menu at Gossi's Donghae Makguksu, and which set to pick Starting with their signature makguksu, plus buckwheat gimbap, sundubu kalguksu and more — Gossi's Donghae Makguksu really has such a varied menu! ![Menu board at Gossi's Donghae Makguksu](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangneung-local-pick-makguksu-sundubu-kalguksu/gangneung-local-pick-makguksu-sundubu-kalguksu-11-nj7j8-695.webp) ![Menu listing makguksu, buckwheat gimbap, and sundubu kalguksu](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangneung-local-pick-makguksu-sundubu-kalguksu/gangneung-local-pick-makguksu-sundubu-kalguksu-12-134aj-900.webp) There are various discount events and generous set menus too, so it seemed like a great value option. ![Information on set menus and discount events](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangneung-local-pick-makguksu-sundubu-kalguksu/gangneung-local-pick-makguksu-sundubu-kalguksu-13-klcv9-680.webp) After much deliberation, we ended up picking both the makguksu and the sundubu kalguksu we were curious about!! ![Order details for makguksu and sundubu kalguksu](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangneung-local-pick-makguksu-sundubu-kalguksu/gangneung-local-pick-makguksu-sundubu-kalguksu-14-1666d-819.webp) After ordering, they set us up with basic banchan that went well with the makguksu ![Basic banchan served with the makguksu](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangneung-local-pick-makguksu-sundubu-kalguksu/gangneung-local-pick-makguksu-sundubu-kalguksu-15-189ny-900.webp) and extra banchan was a self-serve system. ![Self-serve banchan corner](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangneung-local-pick-makguksu-sundubu-kalguksu/gangneung-local-pick-makguksu-sundubu-kalguksu-16-eqyvt-834.webp) While we were busy reading the instructions for eating it right, the makguksu we ordered was ready in no time!! ![Full spread of makguksu and sundubu kalguksu on the table](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangneung-local-pick-makguksu-sundubu-kalguksu/gangneung-local-pick-makguksu-sundubu-kalguksu-17-128bv-1200.webp) ## How do the fermented pollock bibim makguksu and mul makguksu taste? The visuals alone were spectacular at Gossi's Donghae Makguksu!! The portions looked generous from the start and it all looked so appetizing. ![A generously portioned bowl of makguksu](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangneung-local-pick-makguksu-sundubu-kalguksu/gangneung-local-pick-makguksu-sundubu-kalguksu-18-1hrqi-900.webp) My top pick, the bibim makguksu!! It wasn't just plain bibim — it was packed with myeongtae sikhae (fermented pollock), which made it even better. ![Bibim makguksu topped with myeongtae sikhae](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangneung-local-pick-makguksu-sundubu-kalguksu/gangneung-local-pick-makguksu-sundubu-kalguksu-19-vp7hx-900.webp) First off, the sweet sauce was absolutely top-notch — it's the kind of style anyone can enjoy, so it's easy to love without much divide in taste. And since they said it's self-made noodles, the buckwheat noodles themselves were nutty and just the best! ![Self-made buckwheat noodles mixed into bibim makguksu](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangneung-local-pick-makguksu-sundubu-kalguksu/gangneung-local-pick-makguksu-sundubu-kalguksu-20-5bs0q-900.webp) The mul makguksu looked refreshing just by sight! Like naengmyeon, the tangy, sour broth was charming, and the moment I took a bite, all the heat just vanished — so good. ![Cool broth of the mul makguksu](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangneung-local-pick-makguksu-sundubu-kalguksu/gangneung-local-pick-makguksu-sundubu-kalguksu-21-ni08x-900.webp) It was great to eat alongside the bibim for a different kind of charm! ## Sundubu kalguksu and pork suyuk: the two dishes not to skip The sundubu kalguksu (soft tofu noodle soup) that I would have regretted skipping!! I originally came only for the makguksu, but ordered this since I saw a lot of people around eating it, and it turned out to be a great call. ![Spicy broth of the sundubu kalguksu](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangneung-local-pick-makguksu-sundubu-kalguksu/gangneung-local-pick-makguksu-sundubu-kalguksu-22-1le38-900.webp) The smell was incredible from the moment it arrived, and it was spicy and hot and just so delicious!! The soft, silky sundubu was nutty and delicious too, and above all the noodles were chewy, which made it even more satisfying. ![Noodles and soft tofu in the sundubu kalguksu](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangneung-local-pick-makguksu-sundubu-kalguksu/gangneung-local-pick-makguksu-sundubu-kalguksu-23-1g58d-900.webp) And the best side dish, pork suyuk (boiled pork)!! The pork itself was cut thick and so delicious — there was no gamey smell at all, which I liked, and the meat itself was tender, which made it even better. ![A plate of thickly sliced pork suyuk](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangneung-local-pick-makguksu-sundubu-kalguksu/gangneung-local-pick-makguksu-sundubu-kalguksu-24-5w16d-m-900.webp) It went perfectly together with the makguksu!! ## Is Gossi's Donghae Makguksu worth one noodle meal in Gangneung? I enjoyed it all thoroughly along with the nutty buckwheat makgeolli! Living up to being a local friend's pick, Gossi's Donghae Makguksu in Gangneung was so satisfying!! From the location to the menu lineup to the taste, everything was perfect, so definitely stop by if you're heading to Gangneung~ ## Where it is - Gossi's Donghae Makguksu & Sundubu Kalguksu Main Branch (강릉 고씨네동해막국수&순두부칼국수 본점) - 25 Changhae-ro 350beon-gil, Gangneung, Gangwon, South Korea - 강원특별자치도 강릉시 창해로350번길 25 1층~3층 강릉 고씨네동해막국수&순두부칼국수 본점 - 37.7963232, 128.9171794 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EA%B0%95%EB%A6%89%20%EA%B3%A0%EC%94%A8%EB%84%A4%EB%8F%99%ED%95%B4%EB%A7%89%EA%B5%AD%EC%88%98%26%EC%88%9C%EB%91%90%EB%B6%80%EC%B9%BC%EA%B5%AD%EC%88%98%20%EB%B3%B8%EC%A0%90/@37.7963232,128.9171794,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@daegwallyeong-cold-tray/gangneung-local-pick-makguksu-sundubu-kalguksu/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt