# Daegu Korean restaurant for mackerel sotbap: Hyangtaek Daebong - By Uyeon (https://superchart.com/en/@dining-detours-3/) - Written Sep 12, 2026 - Local places › Restaurants › Jung-gu, Daegu - Sponsored: This post was created with support from Hyangtaek Daebong Branch. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@dining-detours-3/daegu-bongcheon-market-hyangtaek-noodle/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@dining-detours-3/daegu-bongcheon-market-hyangtaek-noodle/index.md) ## In short Hyangtaek Daebong Branch is a Korean restaurant near Kim Kwang-seok Street and Bangcheon Market in Jung-gu, Daegu. I had Spanish mackerel gondre sotbap, herring roe bibim noodles, and a plate of mushrooms. Verdict: a memorable lunch of mild rice and popping roe noodles. ## Good to know - **Address**: 17 Dalgubeol-daero 440-gil, 1st floor, Jung-gu, Daegu, South Korea (대구 중구 달구벌대로440길 17 지상 1층) - **Hours**: Daily 11:00–20:00 - **Break time**: 15:30–17:00 - **Last order**: 15:00 / 19:30 - **Parking**: Use parking around the alley or the public parking lot on the nearby main road. - **Holiday notice**: Closed for Chuseok on September 25. *as written by the visitor on Sep 12, 2026* ![Vertical photo announcing a visit to Hyangtaek Daebong Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-bongcheon-market-hyangtaek-noodle/daegu-bongcheon-market-hyangtaek-noodle-01-1wav5-900.webp) ## Hyangtaek Daebong Branch near Bangcheon Market ![Featured photo of Hyangtaek Daebong Branch, a restaurant near Bangcheon Market](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-bongcheon-market-hyangtaek-noodle/daegu-bongcheon-market-hyangtaek-noodle-02-1h8ka-1200.webp) Yesterday, I visited Hyangtaek Daebong Branch, a rice restaurant near Kim Kwang-seok Street that has a reputation for being delicious. If you are looking for somewhere to eat near Kim Kwang-seok Street or Bangcheon Market, it is worth stopping by. ## A tucked-away restaurant near Kim Kwang-seok Street and Bangcheon Market ![Exterior of Hyangtaek Daebong Branch near Kim Kwang-seok Street](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-bongcheon-market-hyangtaek-noodle/daegu-bongcheon-market-hyangtaek-noodle-03-vaul1-900.webp) Hyangtaek Daebong Branch sits in an alley near Kim Kwang-seok Street and Bangcheon Market, making it a nice place for a meal while exploring the area. Its unassuming exterior and location down the alley made it feel like I had to seek it out at first, but that was part of the fun—like finding a hidden local favorite. It can get busy at lunchtime, so it would be good to visit with some time to spare. Parking was around the alley, and there was also a public parking lot on the nearby road, so eating here was more convenient than I expected. ## Hyangtaek Daebong Branch menu and how to enjoy it ![Guide to Korean menu items at Hyangtaek Daebong Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-bongcheon-market-hyangtaek-noodle/daegu-bongcheon-market-hyangtaek-noodle-04-1wq8m-900.webp) ![Photo of the Hyangtaek Daebong Branch menu](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-bongcheon-market-hyangtaek-noodle/daegu-bongcheon-market-hyangtaek-noodle-05-jbmq4-900.webp) The menu at Hyangtaek Daebong Branch includes neatly prepared Korean dishes such as Spanish mackerel gondre rice, eggplant doenjang rice bowl, yukhoe bibimbap, and chamnamul squid rice bowl. There are also good dishes to share or add on, including herring roe bibim noodles, a plate of mushrooms, and a plate of galbi. ![Guide to enjoying the Hyangtaek menu](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-bongcheon-market-hyangtaek-noodle/daegu-bongcheon-market-hyangtaek-noodle-06-1saum-900.webp) Hyangtaek's suggested way to enjoy the food: mix the toppings evenly into the rice or noodles, eat them with gopchang gim (richly flavored roasted seaweed) and seasoned salted seafood, then try the special sauce for another layer of flavor.... ![Hyangtaek dining guide and receipt-review photo](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-bongcheon-market-hyangtaek-noodle/daegu-bongcheon-market-hyangtaek-noodle-07-98cj1-900.webp) ![Receipt-review benefit for a free plate of mushrooms](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-bongcheon-market-hyangtaek-noodle/daegu-bongcheon-market-hyangtaek-noodle-08-tqp1f-900.webp) Leave a receipt review and the plate of mushrooms is free. Be sure to get it.... ## The lunchtime atmosphere inside ![Interior of Hyangtaek Daebong Branch with an open kitchen](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-bongcheon-market-hyangtaek-noodle/daegu-bongcheon-market-hyangtaek-noodle-09-1ya4g-900.webp) Once inside, the clean and orderly atmosphere caught my eye first. Above all, the open kitchen made me trust the place even more because I could see the food being prepared. It was busy with diners, but the staff calmly carried out their individual tasks, so I received my food without waiting as long as I expected. It was impressive to see the kitchen running steadily even during the busy lunch rush. ![Busy restaurant interior at lunchtime](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-bongcheon-market-hyangtaek-noodle/daegu-bongcheon-market-hyangtaek-noodle-10-5rrzi-900.webp) I went around noon, and it was full of customers. Diners ranged from younger people to middle-aged guests, so I thought it would be good for a family meal, a gathering with friends, or even a Daegu wedding-invitation get-together. ## A mild, satisfying Spanish mackerel gondre rice ![A full set of gondre rice topped with Spanish mackerel](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-bongcheon-market-hyangtaek-noodle/daegu-bongcheon-market-hyangtaek-noodle-11-ewzh8-900.webp) The first dish I tried, Spanish mackerel gondre rice, was exactly what its name suggests: Spanish mackerel served over fragrant gondre rice. Breaking up the fish and mixing it into the gondre rice made for a mild, savory combination. ![Gondre rice and Spanish mackerel dish](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-bongcheon-market-hyangtaek-noodle/daegu-bongcheon-market-hyangtaek-noodle-12-19ttp-900.webp) ![Gondre rice served with Spanish mackerel](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-bongcheon-market-hyangtaek-noodle/daegu-bongcheon-market-hyangtaek-noodle-13-ij27l-900.webp) ![Mixing Spanish mackerel gondre rice](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-bongcheon-market-hyangtaek-noodle/daegu-bongcheon-market-hyangtaek-noodle-14-vxokx-900.webp) The aroma of gondre and tender Spanish mackerel went so well together that it was an easy, unfussy meal. I could see why it is popular with everyone from younger diners to middle-aged guests. If you are looking for a good sotbap (rice cooked in a stone pot) restaurant in Daegu, this is a dish I would definitely want to try again. ![Spanish mackerel gondre rice with seasoned sauce](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-bongcheon-market-hyangtaek-noodle/daegu-bongcheon-market-hyangtaek-noodle-15-13b4a-900.webp) I poured on the lightly seasoned sauce, and there was no fishy taste at all. ![Bibim noodles topped with herring roe and beef brisket](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-bongcheon-market-hyangtaek-noodle/daegu-bongcheon-market-hyangtaek-noodle-16-hefzp-900.webp) ## Popping herring roe bibim noodles and a plate of mushrooms The herring roe bibim noodles came topped with herring roe and thinly sliced beef brisket. The roe popped with every bite, and the rich brisket was especially appealing. As I ate the noodles with the sauce, the distinctive texture of the roe made it more fun than ordinary bibim guksu (spicy mixed noodles). ![A spread of herring roe bibim noodles and side dishes](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-bongcheon-market-hyangtaek-noodle/daegu-bongcheon-market-hyangtaek-noodle-17-1du4l-966.webp) ![Noodles and toppings in the herring roe bibim noodles](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-bongcheon-market-hyangtaek-noodle/daegu-bongcheon-market-hyangtaek-noodle-18-1ll2n-900.webp) Adding the plate of mushrooms we ordered completed an even more generous spread. Each dish had its own character but worked well together, and I left full and satisfied. ![Meal spread with a plate of mushrooms](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-bongcheon-market-hyangtaek-noodle/daegu-bongcheon-market-hyangtaek-noodle-19-euc4n-900.webp) ![Savory plate of mushrooms](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-bongcheon-market-hyangtaek-noodle/daegu-bongcheon-market-hyangtaek-noodle-20-1oqw7-900.webp) The plate of mushrooms had the mushrooms' own aroma combined with a generous amount of oil, making it even more savory. (Free with a receipt review.) ![Plate of mushrooms wrapped in gopchang gim](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-bongcheon-market-hyangtaek-noodle/daegu-bongcheon-market-hyangtaek-noodle-21-lzcmi-900.webp) ![Korean meal served with gopchang gim](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-bongcheon-market-hyangtaek-noodle/daegu-bongcheon-market-hyangtaek-noodle-22-vwoy8-900.webp) Wrapped in gopchang gim, it tastes even more different. Such a Korean flavor!! I love Korean food. If you are looking for a restaurant near Kim Kwang-seok Street, Bangcheon Market, or Kyungpook National University Hospital Station, Hyangtaek Daebong Branch would be a good place to enjoy an unusual Korean meal. Thanks to the delicious Spanish mackerel gondre rice and herring roe bibim noodles, it was a lunch I will remember. ## Where it is - Hyangtaek Daebong Branch (향택 대봉점) - 17 Dalgubeol-daero 440-gil, 1st floor, Jung-gu, Daegu, South Korea (대구 중구 달구벌대로440길 17 지상 1층) - 대구광역시 중구 달구벌대로440길 17 지상1층 - 35.8620621, 128.6040243 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%ED%96%A5%ED%83%9D%20%EB%8C%80%EB%B4%89%EC%A0%90/@35.8620621,128.6040243,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@dining-detours-3/daegu-bongcheon-market-hyangtaek-noodle/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt