# Dujeong-dong army stew restaurant packed at 7pm: Cheongwon Sikdang

- By Nayeon P. (https://superchart.com/en/@glass-door-dinners/)
- Written Sep 14, 2026
- Local places › Restaurants › Cheonan, Chungnam
- Sponsored: This post was written after a visit supported by the business.
- English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@glass-door-dinners/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-weeknight/
- Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@glass-door-dinners/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-weeknight/index.md)

## In short

Cheongwon Restaurant: Cooking Budae-jjigae, Cheonan Dujeong Main Branch is a budae-jjigae (army stew) restaurant in Dujeong-dong, Cheonan that simmers 1++ Korean beef mince into its broth. Arriving at 7pm on a weekday to a fully packed dining room, the writer ordered Cheongwon Budae-jjigae for two at 12,000 won with 2,000-won glass noodles added, found it spicier than Shin Ramyun because of the cheongyang chili, and finished with free unlimited rice and ramyeon refills. For a sharp, spicy broth at a fair price, Cheongwon Sikdang is worth the trip.

## Good to know

- **Hours**: Mon–Sat 10:00–21:00 (last order 20:30), closed every Sunday
- **Parking**: 4 spaces in front of the restaurant; 2 hours free in the Starpellis officetel underground lot by the restaurant
- **Location**: 1F, 32-4 Dujeongsangga 4-gil, Seobuk-gu, Cheonan-si, Chungcheongnam-do (10-minute walk from Dujeong Station Exit 1)
- **Signature Songtan Budae-jjigae**: 11,000 won
- **Cheongwon Budae-jjigae, the crowd favourite**: 12,000 won (with cheongyang chili)
- **Pork loin cutlet (kids' side dish)**: 9,000 won
- **Glass noodle side portion**: 2,000 won
- **Free refills**: Unlimited rice and ramyeon noodles with any budae-jjigae order
- **Freebie**: Complimentary rolled omelette for visits before 11:30
- **Facilities**: Separate men's and women's restrooms, high chairs available
- **Price reference**: ₩12,000 ≈ $8.9 · ₩2,000 ≈ $1.5 (2026-09-15)

*as written by the visitor on Sep 14, 2026*

![Signature photo of Cheongwon Restaurant: Cooking Budae-jjigae, Cheonan Dujeong Main Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-weeknight/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-weeknight-01-8k6dl-1200.webp)

> Cheongwon Restaurant: Cooking Budae-jjigae, Cheonan Dujeong Main Branch

## Cheongwon Sikdang in Dujeong-dong, Cheonan: hours and parking

- Hours: Mon–Sat 10:00–21:00 (last order 20:30 / closed every Sunday)
- Parking: 4 spots in front of the restaurant, plus 2 hours free at the Starpellis officetel (1492 Dujeong-dong) underground lot right across the street
- Restrooms: separate men's and women's restrooms inside (kept very clean)
- High chairs available
- Address: 1F, 32-4 Dujeongsangga 4-gil, Seobuk-gu, Cheonan-si, Chungcheongnam-do, South Korea (10-min walk from Dujeong Station Exit 1)

I visited a budae-jjigae (army stew) spot in Dujeong-dong, Cheonan that nails deep, rich broth AND great value! 😊 Today's post is my review of Cheongwon Restaurant: Cooking Budae-jjigae, Cheonan Dujeong Main Branch, where they simmer the stew with 1++ Korean beef mince and fresh ingredients.

## How to walk from Dujeong Station, and where to park

![Exterior of Cheongwon Sikdang on the Dujeong-dong commercial street](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-weeknight/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-weeknight-02-16s6n-900.webp)

Cheongwon Restaurant: Cooking Budae-jjigae, Cheonan Dujeong Main Branch sits near the Dujeong-dong commercial district, so it's super easy to find. ✨ If you're driving, you can park for free for 2 hours in the underground lot at the Starpellis officetel right in front of the restaurant, which is really convenient.

From the entrance, you could already smell that unmistakable 'this place is good' stew aroma, and it was packed with people!

## What Cheongwon Sikdang is like at 7pm on a weekday — can you eat alone?

![Cheongwon Sikdang's dining room fully packed on a weekday evening](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-weeknight/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-weeknight-03-bqoe8-900.webp)

![Tables and seating at Cheongwon Sikdang](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-weeknight/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-weeknight-04-14822-900.webp)

![The bustling dining hall at Cheongwon Sikdang, full of customers](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-weeknight/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-weeknight-05-1nv6w-900.webp)

![A clean and well-kept interior space at Cheongwon Sikdang](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-weeknight/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-weeknight-06-s54cm-900.webp)

I visited Cheongwon Sikdang around 7pm on a weekday, and the place was already completely full — popularity level: explosive! The space is bright and impeccably kept, making it a great spot for lunch or a dinner-with-drinks gathering.

There were so many people that I rushed through taking interior shots, sorryyyy ㅠㅠ felt a bit self-conscious haha 💦 Notably, solo dining works fine here too, and I saw quite a few people eating alone. Seems like it's a well-known local favorite.

## Cheongwon Sikdang menu and prices

- Signature Songtan Budae-jjigae: a classic, clean-tasting budae-jjigae, ₩11,000
- Charming Cheongwon Budae-jjigae: spicy and tangy with cheongyang chili, ₩12,000
- Pork cutlet (kids' side menu): a crowd-pleaser for all ages, ₩9,000
- Free unlimited rice and ramyeon-sarigi refills with any budae-jjigae order / free rolled egg omelet for visits before 11:30am

I ordered Cheongwon Budae-jjigae (for two), ₩12,000 x 2, plus glass noodle sarigi for ₩2,000.

## Side dishes and how the self-serve refill bar works

![Basic banchan: kimchi, bean sprouts, and stir-fried fish cake](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-weeknight/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-weeknight-07-1jorm-900.webp)

The basic banchan (side dishes) are crunchy kimchi, mild bean sprouts, and savory stir-fried fish cake to whet your appetite.

![Self-serve bar for refilling rice and ramyeon-sarigi](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-weeknight/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-weeknight-08-18mdj-900.webp)

![Self-serve banchan corner with kimchi and bean sprouts](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-weeknight/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-weeknight-09-17q7i-900.webp)

Kimchi, bean sprouts, rice, and ramyeon-sarigi can all be refilled as much as you want at the self-serve bar, and if you ask staff for more fish cake, they'll happily bring you a refill!

## Cheongwon Budae-jjigae for two with extra glass noodles

I got the spicy, refreshing Cheongwon Budae-jjigae for two with added cheongyang chili, plus a glass noodle sarigi on top! It came out right after ordering.

![Pot of Cheongwon Budae-jjigae for two, set on the table](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-weeknight/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-weeknight-10-1aqsk-900.webp)

![A plate of extra-ordered glass noodle sarigi](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-weeknight/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-weeknight-11-moc4b-900.webp)

The glass noodle sarigi isn't included by default, so you have to order it separately haha.

![The budae-jjigae pot simmering with the lid on](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-weeknight/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-weeknight-12-12mhp-m-900.webp)

Once the pot arrives, the key tip for the best flavor is to leave the lid on and wait until a staff member comes to stir it for you before opening it.

It's loaded with 1++ Korean beef mince, ham, sausage, and domestic scallions and onions, so the broth flavor is really rich and deep. Taste the broth first, then add more stock later depending on your preference.

![Budae-jjigae topped with beef mince and scallions](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-weeknight/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-weeknight-13-1cazk-900.webp)

That beef mince is honestly a hidden delicacy. This stew just wouldn't be the same without it haha. And the scallions are so plentiful and tasty, plus the ham is clearly not the cheap stuff.

![Broth-soaked glass noodles lifted from the pot](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-weeknight/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-weeknight-14-uj5gh-900.webp)

The chewy glass noodles soak up the stew broth perfectly — slurping them down is an amazing texture haha.

![Cheongwon Budae-jjigae broth with beef brisket slices](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-weeknight/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-weeknight-15-nm2hp-900.webp)

What makes Cheongwon Budae-jjigae special is the beef brisket slices, which make it even richer and nuttier. It's my first time having budae-jjigae with beef brisket in it, and it's ridiculously good haha. So. Good.

![Close-up of the spicy budae-jjigae with cheongyang chili](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-weeknight/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-weeknight-16-1s9q4-900.webp)

The tangy kick of the cheongyang chili totally cuts through the richness of the ham, so you never get tired of it, right down to the last bite. Love the spiciness.

![A bowl of budae-jjigae mixed with rice and ramyeon-sarigi](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-weeknight/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-weeknight-17-xb654-900.webp)

Mixing the broth, ham, glass noodles, ramyeon-sarigi, and rice all together and slurping it up piping hot is just so, so good. The milky broth gives it an even deeper flavor? And the portions are genuinely huge!!

![The finished budae-jjigae with ramyeon-sarigi added in](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-weeknight/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-weeknight-18-m38kb-900.webp)

## How spicy is Cheongwon Budae-jjigae?

Maybe because I'm a spice wimp, but the Cheongwon Budae-jjigae's spice level was spicier than I expected — had me going 'whew.' Spicier than Shin Ramyeon, but a bit less spicy than Teumsae Ramyeon, maybe? Cooking in the unlimited ramyeon-sarigi refills made for a truly filling meal haha.

With unlimited rice and ramyeon noodles, this would be great for big eaters too. Top-tier value for money!

## Final verdict on Cheongwon Sikdang

Generous ingredients, real care in the cooking, and the amazing value of free rice and ramyeon-sarigi refills — this place had it all! If you're in Dujeong-dong, Cheonan looking for a rich, spicy local budae-jjigae spot, I recommend Cheongwon Restaurant: Cooking Budae-jjigae, Cheonan Dujeong Main Branch 👍💕

## Where it is

- Cheongwon Restaurant: Cooking Budae-jjigae, Cheonan Dujeong Main Branch (청원식당 부대찌개를 끓이다 천안두정본점)
- 1F, 32-4 Dujeongsangga 4-gil, Seobuk-gu, Cheonan-si, Chungcheongnam-do, South Korea
- 충청남도 천안시 서북구 두정상가4길 32-4 1층
- 36.8326276, 127.1430023
- Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EC%B2%AD%EC%9B%90%EC%8B%9D%EB%8B%B9%20%EB%B6%80%EB%8C%80%EC%B0%8C%EA%B0%9C%EB%A5%BC%20%EB%81%93%EC%9D%B4%EB%8B%A4%20%EC%B2%9C%EC%95%88%EB%91%90%EC%A0%95%EB%B3%B8%EC%A0%90/@36.8326276,127.1430023,17z

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