# Daegu izakaya for chicken nanban and soju: Gyodong Nakwon

- By Haesol (https://superchart.com/en/@late-bites-daegu/)
- Written Sep 16, 2026
- Local places › Bars › Jung-gu, Daegu
- Sponsored: This post was written as part of a paid in-store visit sponsorship.
- English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@late-bites-daegu/gyodong-nagwon-izakaya-daegu-jjamppong-chicken-nanban/
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## In short

Gyodong Nakwon is a well-known izakaya on Gukchaebosang-ro in Gyodong, Jung-gu, Daegu. Three friends ordered crab tomalley pasta, Osaka beef brisket jjamppong soup at medium spice (about as hot as Shin Ramyun) and chicken nanban, cleared every plate and got through three bottles of soju. With warm lighting, wide gaps between the two-person tables and room for larger parties, Gyodong Nakwon works just as well for a date as for a group night out.

## Good to know

- **Address**: 627 Gukchaebosang-ro, 1st floor, Jung-gu, Daegu (next to Melting Point)
- **Hours**: Weekdays 18:00–02:00, weekends 17:00–02:00
- **Parking**: No parking on site (free parking at the City Hall lot on weekends)
- **Good to know**: Naver reservations available, corkage allowed, groups welcome, live sports on screen
- **Motsunabe hot pot**: 26,000 won
- **Osaka beef brisket jjamppong soup**: 23,000 won
- **Crab tomalley pasta**: 16,000 won
- **Aged salmon sashimi**: 27,000 won
- **Stir-fried beef tendon with scallions**: 13,000 won
- **Chicken nanban**: 17,000 won
- **Roll cabbage**: 14,000 won
- **Opened**: January 2022

*as written by the visitor on Sep 16, 2026*

![Main image of Gyodong Nakwon, an izakaya in Gyodong, Daegu](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyodong-nagwon-izakaya-daegu-jjamppong-chicken-nanban/gyodong-nagwon-izakaya-daegu-jjamppong-chicken-nanban-01-15clf-m-900.webp)

Looking for a warm, cozy bar among the hot spots in Gyodong, Daegu? Then let me recommend Gyodong Nakwon! It's such an appealing spot — a warm, snug space where you can enjoy good food with a drink.

![Gyodong Nakwon storefront info and atmosphere photo](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyodong-nagwon-izakaya-daegu-jjamppong-chicken-nanban/gyodong-nagwon-izakaya-daegu-jjamppong-chicken-nanban-02-3783-m-1200.webp)

Gyodong Nakwon
📍 Address: 627 Gukchaebosang-ro, 1st floor, Jung-gu, Daegu, South Korea (next to Melting Point)
⏰ Hours: Weekdays 18:00–02:00, weekends 17:00–02:00
🅿️ No parking
✏️ Naver reservations available, corkage allowed, groups welcome, sports broadcasts

## Where is Gyodong Nakwon, and is there parking?

![Location of Gyodong Nakwon along Gukchaebosang-ro](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyodong-nagwon-izakaya-daegu-jjamppong-chicken-nanban/gyodong-nagwon-izakaya-daegu-jjamppong-chicken-nanban-03-thica-900.webp)

Gyodong Nakwon sits right along one of downtown Daegu's main roads, so it's easy to get to from anywhere. It's within a 5-minute walk from Exit 3 of Jungangno Station on Daegu Subway Line 1, and there's a bus stop about 100m away, so I'd recommend coming by public transit. If you're planning to drive, note that you can park free at the City Hall lot on weekends.

![Gyodong Nakwon exterior with orange lighting](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyodong-nagwon-izakaya-daegu-jjamppong-chicken-nanban/gyodong-nagwon-izakaya-daegu-jjamppong-chicken-nanban-04-vh4mv-m-900.webp)

It's been open since January 2022, and in the ever-changing Dongseongno bar scene, four years is a pretty long run for a beloved izakaya. The exterior has this orange glow that gives off a warm vibe and really catches the eye.

![Motsunabe illustration painted on Gyodong Nakwon's exterior wall](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyodong-nagwon-izakaya-daegu-jjamppong-chicken-nanban/gyodong-nagwon-izakaya-daegu-jjamppong-chicken-nanban-05-li3ar-900.webp)

The little drawing of motsunabe is so cute *_*

![Sign with Japanese lettering and 'Gyodong Nakwon' together](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyodong-nagwon-izakaya-daegu-jjamppong-chicken-nanban/gyodong-nagwon-izakaya-daegu-jjamppong-chicken-nanban-06-j571j-900.webp)

I couldn't read the main sign since it's in Japanese, but if you see "Gyodong Nakwon" written beside it, you've found the right place!

## Inside Gyodong Nakwon — can it seat a group?

Like the orange exterior, the inside of Gyodong Nakwon has warm, soft lighting and a comfortable feel. I was surprised there were more table seats than I expected! Bars around Dongseongno and Gyodong that can fit large groups aren't that common, but this place seems more than capable.

![Empty highball bottles lined up as decoration](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyodong-nagwon-izakaya-daegu-jjamppong-chicken-nanban/gyodong-nagwon-izakaya-daegu-jjamppong-chicken-nanban-07-19yv4-m-900.webp)

I'd heard the highballs here were amazing and popular, and sure enough, empty highball bottles were lined up cutely all around the space.

![Widely spaced two-person tables at Gyodong Nakwon](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyodong-nagwon-izakaya-daegu-jjamppong-chicken-nanban/gyodong-nagwon-izakaya-daegu-jjamppong-chicken-nanban-08-ruakp-m-900.webp)

There are lots of two-person tables, and the spacing between them is unusually generous, which makes it a great date spot too.

![Bag baskets and coat hangers placed at each seat](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyodong-nagwon-izakaya-daegu-jjamppong-chicken-nanban/gyodong-nagwon-izakaya-daegu-jjamppong-chicken-nanban-09-16bb6-900.webp)

Every seat has a separate hanger for coats and a basket for bags. As someone who always shows up loaded down with stuff, I really noticed and appreciated these little touches of consideration!

![Bar counter seating at Gyodong Nakwon, good for solo drinking](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyodong-nagwon-izakaya-daegu-jjamppong-chicken-nanban/gyodong-nagwon-izakaya-daegu-jjamppong-chicken-nanban-10-1cdpv-m-900.webp)

There's also a bar-style counter (tachi seating), which would be great for solo drinkers or couples who like sitting side by side.

## Gyodong Nakwon menu and prices

![Gyodong Nakwon menu board listing small plates and hot pots](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyodong-nagwon-izakaya-daegu-jjamppong-chicken-nanban/gyodong-nagwon-izakaya-daegu-jjamppong-chicken-nanban-11-kede5-900.webp)

As a signature izakaya in Gyodong, Gyodong Nakwon has a wide range of small plates, sake, liquor, and drinks. The hot pots let you adjust the spice level in detail, and there's plenty of crowd-pleasers across sashimi, hot pots, fried dishes, and pasta.

- Motsunabe hot pot ₩26,000
- Osaka beef brisket jjamppong soup ₩23,000
- Crab tomalley pasta ₩16,000
- Aged salmon sashimi ₩27,000
- Stir-fried beef tendon and scallion ₩13,000
- Chicken nanban ₩17,000
- Cabbage rolls ₩14,000

![Sake menu board with detailed descriptions at Gyodong Nakwon](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyodong-nagwon-izakaya-daegu-jjamppong-chicken-nanban/gyodong-nagwon-izakaya-daegu-jjamppong-chicken-nanban-12-vtpv4-900.webp)

An izakaya needs sake, right? Usually izakayas just list endless sake names, which makes ordering hard if you're not familiar with it, but here each sake comes with a detailed description, so it's fun to browse even if you're not into sake.

![Beer, soju, highball, and traditional liquor menu board](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyodong-nagwon-izakaya-daegu-jjamppong-chicken-nanban/gyodong-nagwon-izakaya-daegu-jjamppong-chicken-nanban-13-umi3p-900.webp)

Even beyond sake, there's beer, soju, highballs, and traditional liquor, so you can pair to your taste. Personally, I thought the range of highballs was fun to work through one by one.

## Honest taste review: crab tomalley pasta, beef brisket jjamppong, chicken nanban

![Shrimp chips served as a starter snack](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyodong-nagwon-izakaya-daegu-jjamppong-chicken-nanban/gyodong-nagwon-izakaya-daegu-jjamppong-chicken-nanban-14-18633-900.webp)

Shrimp chips come out as a starter snack. A place that gives you shrimp chips...I love it...♥

![A plate of crab tomalley pasta at Gyodong Nakwon](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyodong-nagwon-izakaya-daegu-jjamppong-chicken-nanban/gyodong-nagwon-izakaya-daegu-jjamppong-chicken-nanban-15-154u1-900.webp)

The first thing I ordered was the crab tomalley pasta. Last time I had this at a different izakaya, I loved it so much I was practically lovesick, so when I saw this uncommon dish on the menu, I ordered it right away.

![Crab tomalley pasta topped with shrimp, crab stick, and scallions](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyodong-nagwon-izakaya-daegu-jjamppong-chicken-nanban/gyodong-nagwon-izakaya-daegu-jjamppong-chicken-nanban-16-3ae8i-900.webp)

The shrimp were plump and full, and the distinctive smell of crab tomalley wasn't too strong, so even people who aren't big fans of tomalley could enjoy it. The crab stick topping and scallions worked beautifully with everything else too, like receiving a well-matched gift set.

![Pot of Osaka beef brisket jjamppong soup at Gyodong Nakwon](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyodong-nagwon-izakaya-daegu-jjamppong-chicken-nanban/gyodong-nagwon-izakaya-daegu-jjamppong-chicken-nanban-17-17l5l-900.webp)

Next was the beef brisket jjamppong soup — if you're Korean, you need at least one hot pot dish, right? Osaka beef brisket jjamppong soup is Gyodong Nakwon's signature menu item, apparently selling over 10,000 bowls a year. Honestly, brisket + jjamppong + hot pot is a combination that just can't miss.

![Beef brisket jjamppong soup filled with mushrooms, bok choy, and bean sprouts](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyodong-nagwon-izakaya-daegu-jjamppong-chicken-nanban/gyodong-nagwon-izakaya-daegu-jjamppong-chicken-nanban-18-1tz9g-900.webp)

It's loaded with mushrooms, bok choy, brisket, and bean sprouts, so there's plenty to dig into. We ordered it at medium spice, about as spicy as Shin Ramyun, and it was just the right amount of spicy, pairing wonderfully with the crab tomalley pasta. I was worried it'd be too spicy, but it was totally manageable and delicious.

![Food and drinks spread across a table for three](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyodong-nagwon-izakaya-daegu-jjamppong-chicken-nanban/gyodong-nagwon-izakaya-daegu-jjamppong-chicken-nanban-19-1y21h-900.webp)

With three of us sharing two dishes, we naturally got hungry again and ordered chicken nanban on top^_^

![Gyodong Nakwon's chicken nanban served with tartar sauce](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyodong-nagwon-izakaya-daegu-jjamppong-chicken-nanban/gyodong-nagwon-izakaya-daegu-jjamppong-chicken-nanban-20-1crgf-900.webp)

Wow, the chicken nanban was seriously good. I'm not exactly a hater of mayo-based tartar sauce, but I'm not a big fan either. But this one had crispy chicken with a sweet-and-sour, almost creamy sauce that worked really well together. I want to go back and order this again. The generous amount of tomato and cabbage served alongside was a nice bonus too.

![Tomato and cabbage served alongside the chicken nanban](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyodong-nagwon-izakaya-daegu-jjamppong-chicken-nanban/gyodong-nagwon-izakaya-daegu-jjamppong-chicken-nanban-21-q4pa8-900.webp)

![Soju glasses during drinks at Gyodong Nakwon](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyodong-nagwon-izakaya-daegu-jjamppong-chicken-nanban/gyodong-nagwon-izakaya-daegu-jjamppong-chicken-nanban-22-f0n9k-900.webp)

And so one bottle of soju became... two bottles... became three... A cozy, fun time.

![Nearly empty pot of beef brisket jjamppong soup](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyodong-nagwon-izakaya-daegu-jjamppong-chicken-nanban/gyodong-nagwon-izakaya-daegu-jjamppong-chicken-nanban-23-16yzu-900.webp)

![Empty table after finishing pasta and chicken nanban](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyodong-nagwon-izakaya-daegu-jjamppong-chicken-nanban/gyodong-nagwon-izakaya-daegu-jjamppong-chicken-nanban-24-wl7mf-900.webp)

We finished off the pasta, the chicken nanban, and the jjamppong soup down to the last bite before leaving..^^

## Is Gyodong Nakwon worth a visit in Daegu?

- ✔️ Recommended if you're looking for a warm-mood bar in Gyodong, Daegu
- ✔️ A Gyodong izakaya that can accommodate groups
- ✔️ Must-order dishes: beef brisket jjamppong and chicken nanban
- ✔️ Works great for dates, gatherings, and everything in between!

Three close friends and I had a cozy, warm time chatting away together *_* I hope you'll pay a visit too and have a great time eating well 💛 That's today's review. The end.

## Where it is

- Gyodong Nakwon (교동 낙원)
- 627 Gukchaebosang-ro, 1st floor, Jung-gu, Daegu, South Korea (next to Melting Point)
- 대구광역시 중구 국채보상로 627 1층 (멜팅포인트 옆)
- 35.8703556, 128.5993707
- Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EA%B5%90%EB%8F%99%20%EB%82%99%EC%9B%90/@35.8703556,128.5993707,17z

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