# Hwaseong Indian-Nepali restaurant: two curries and tandoori at Jogee - By Neuti (https://superchart.com/en/@restaurant-sketchbook/) - Written Sep 16, 2026 - Local places › Restaurants › Hwaseong, Gyeonggi - Sponsored: This visit was sponsored by the business. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@restaurant-sketchbook/jogee-restaurant-thali-set-special-namyang/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@restaurant-sketchbook/jogee-restaurant-thali-set-special-namyang/index.md) ## In short Jogee Restaurant is an Indian and Nepali restaurant on the second floor of an alley building in Namyang Market, Namyang-eup, Hwaseong, Gyeonggi. The signature Thali Set Special arrives on one tray with naan fresh from the tandoor, two curries — chicken makhani and lamb masala — plus tandoori chicken, samosa and homemade lassi. The spicing at Jogee Restaurant stays gentle enough for first-timers with Indian food, and paying 1,000 won extra to swap in garlic naan is worth it. ## Good to know - **Menu**: Thali Set Special (2 curries + tandoori chicken + naan + rice + salad + samosa + lassi) - **Curries tried**: Chicken makhani, lamb masala - **Naan swap**: Garlic naan for 1,000 won extra - **Location**: 2F, Unit 202, 79 Namyangsijang-ro, Namyang-eup, Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do - **What stands out**: Indian and Nepali curry specialist, cooked by the owner and chef from the region *as written by the visitor on Sep 16, 2026* Today I visited a really special spot that's building word-of-mouth among residents of Namyang-eup in Hwaseong — Jogee Restaurant, an Indian and Nepali food specialist near Namyang Market. Namyang Market usually brings to mind gukbap (soup with rice), Korean home-style food, or butcher's restaurants, but this place tucked into a side alley feels like stepping into a restaurant in Delhi the moment you walk in. What I tried today was the restaurant's signature, ultimate menu item: the Thali Set Special. Here's my 200% self-funded, honest review! ## Inside Jogee Restaurant at Namyang Market: first impressions You can find Jogee Restaurant by following the faint, exotic scent of spices drifting through the alleys of Namyang Market. The exterior has a cozy neighborhood-spot feel, but step inside and traditional Indian patterns blend harmoniously with local music playing overhead. Both the owner and the chef are local Indian/Nepali residents, and they speak Korean very well and greeted me warmly — which put me in a good mood right from the entrance. - Location: near Namyangsijang-gil, Namyang-eup, Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do - Highlight: authentic Indian-Nepali curry specialist cooked by local chefs - Cleanliness: tables, cutlery, and spice containers all kept neat ## What comes in the Thali Set Special at Jogee Restaurant? 'Thali' means a large tray in Indian languages. It's the concept of an Indian set meal served all at once on a large metal tray — curry, naan, rice, salad, samosa, lassi, and more. Among the thali options, the 'Thali Set Special' is Jogee Restaurant's highlight dish, packed with two of its most popular curries, tandoori chicken, and a full lineup of sides. ## Tasting the Thali Set Special, dish by dish After a short wait, the Thali Set Special arrived, piled high on a large tray with a gorgeous presentation — the kind of visual that gets your mouth watering just from looking at it. ### 1. Naan straight from the tandoor The first thing I reached for was the freshly baked naan. Straight out of the tandoor, it was warm with a clean, mellow aroma. The outside was crisp and the inside wonderfully chewy — I tore off pieces by hand, dipped them generously in curry, and the nutty flavor filled my mouth. ### 2. Two curries: chicken makhani and lamb masala - Chicken makhani: tomato, butter, and soft cream come together for a sweet, nutty flavor. A crowd-pleaser even for those unfamiliar with spices. - Lamb masala: a spicy kick with the distinct flavor of lamb still shining through. No gamey off-notes at all, and the meat chunks were generously sized for a satisfying bite. ### 3. Smoky tandoori chicken and crisp samosa The tandoori chicken, coated in a deep red marinade, was infused with spice while staying juicy inside. Dipping it in the accompanying green chutney (cilantro sauce) added an extra layer of sharp aroma. The samosas — fried dumplings filled with potato and beans — also nailed the balance of crispy pastry and savory filling. ### 4. Homemade lassi to finish Sipped between bites, the homemade lassi cleansed the palate with a well-balanced sweetness and tang — the perfect partner for cooling down the spice. ## Why Jogee Restaurant stands out in Namyang-eup - Great value: it's surprising how much you get, at this price, at a dedicated Indian restaurant. - Spicing tuned to Korean palates: not overpowering, but still keeps its authentic character. - Friendly service: the owner is happy to recommend dishes if you're not sure what to order. ![Exterior of Jogee Restaurant in Namyang Market](https://img.superchart.com/images/jogee-restaurant-thali-set-special-namyang/jogee-restaurant-thali-set-special-namyang-01-18z8u-900.webp) ![Interior of Jogee Restaurant with traditional Indian patterns](https://img.superchart.com/images/jogee-restaurant-thali-set-special-namyang/jogee-restaurant-thali-set-special-namyang-02-xkvl4-900.webp) ![Table and spice containers at Jogee Restaurant](https://img.superchart.com/images/jogee-restaurant-thali-set-special-namyang/jogee-restaurant-thali-set-special-namyang-03-1wdmw-900.webp) ![Menu board at Jogee Restaurant](https://img.superchart.com/images/jogee-restaurant-thali-set-special-namyang/jogee-restaurant-thali-set-special-namyang-04-1m658-m-900.webp) ![Thali Set Special served on a tray](https://img.superchart.com/images/jogee-restaurant-thali-set-special-namyang/jogee-restaurant-thali-set-special-namyang-05-1c22h-900.webp) ![Full spread of the Thali Set Special](https://img.superchart.com/images/jogee-restaurant-thali-set-special-namyang/jogee-restaurant-thali-set-special-namyang-06-1c0x9-900.webp) ![Freshly baked naan from the tandoor](https://img.superchart.com/images/jogee-restaurant-thali-set-special-namyang/jogee-restaurant-thali-set-special-namyang-07-85k8t-m-900.webp) ![Chicken makhani curry](https://img.superchart.com/images/jogee-restaurant-thali-set-special-namyang/jogee-restaurant-thali-set-special-namyang-08-1nxzn-900.webp) ![Close-up of lamb masala curry](https://img.superchart.com/images/jogee-restaurant-thali-set-special-namyang/jogee-restaurant-thali-set-special-namyang-09-j5tp2-900.webp) ![Tearing naan and dipping it in curry](https://img.superchart.com/images/jogee-restaurant-thali-set-special-namyang/jogee-restaurant-thali-set-special-namyang-10-10hpq-m-900.webp) ![Thali Set Special with tandoori chicken on top](https://img.superchart.com/images/jogee-restaurant-thali-set-special-namyang/jogee-restaurant-thali-set-special-namyang-11-7aqry-1200.webp) ![Green chutney next to tandoori chicken](https://img.superchart.com/images/jogee-restaurant-thali-set-special-namyang/jogee-restaurant-thali-set-special-namyang-12-15gvf-900.webp) ![Samosa filled with potato and beans](https://img.superchart.com/images/jogee-restaurant-thali-set-special-namyang/jogee-restaurant-thali-set-special-namyang-13-ucxow-900.webp) ![A glass of homemade lassi](https://img.superchart.com/images/jogee-restaurant-thali-set-special-namyang/jogee-restaurant-thali-set-special-namyang-14-gzsf2-900.webp) ![Thali plate with rice and salad](https://img.superchart.com/images/jogee-restaurant-thali-set-special-namyang/jogee-restaurant-thali-set-special-namyang-15-f04hr-900.webp) ![Scooping up curry from the tray](https://img.superchart.com/images/jogee-restaurant-thali-set-special-namyang/jogee-restaurant-thali-set-special-namyang-16-bzyj9-900.webp) ![Side dishes from the Thali Set Special](https://img.superchart.com/images/jogee-restaurant-thali-set-special-namyang/jogee-restaurant-thali-set-special-namyang-17-1om2f-900.webp) ![The thali tray after finishing the meal](https://img.superchart.com/images/jogee-restaurant-thali-set-special-namyang/jogee-restaurant-thali-set-special-namyang-18-19a1p-900.webp) ## Verdict and tips before you visit Jogee Restaurant If you're tired of the usual Namyang Market menu, or want to taste properly authentic Indian curry, Jogee Restaurant is a choice you won't regret. I'd especially recommend the Thali Set Special if you're visiting solo and want to sample a variety of dishes, or if you're looking for a unique date spot with a partner or friend! - Taste rating: ★★★★★ (5.0 / 5.0) - Would return: 200% - Tip: the plain naan is good, but I strongly recommend paying ₩1,000 extra to switch to garlic naan! Come enjoy a special meal at Jogee Restaurant — a hidden gem tucked in the alleys of Namyang Market! ## Where it is - Jogee Restaurant (Jogee 레스토랑) - 79 Namyangsijang-ro, 2F Unit 202, Namyang-eup, Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea - 경기도 화성시 만세구 남양읍 남양시장로 79 2층 202호 조기 레스토랑 - 37.2098048, 126.8178522 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/Jogee%20%EB%A0%88%EC%8A%A4%ED%86%A0%EB%9E%91/@37.2098048,126.8178522,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@restaurant-sketchbook/jogee-restaurant-thali-set-special-namyang/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt