# Danyang Gugyeong Market dakgangjeong shop after a Jebibong hike - By Doyun (https://superchart.com/en/@saucer-side-stories/) - Written Sep 14, 2026 - Local places › Restaurants › Danyang, Chungbuk - Sponsored: This is a sponsored post written after visiting the restaurant with support from the business. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@saucer-side-stories/danyang-market-black-garlic-nurungji-chicken-edc7/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@saucer-side-stories/danyang-market-black-garlic-nurungji-chicken-edc7/index.md) ## In short Danyang Heukmaneul Nurungji Dakgangjeong is a black garlic and nurungji (crispy rice crust) dakgangjeong (sweet crispy fried chicken) shop inside Gugyeong Market in Danyang, Chungbuk. After finishing a Jebibong hike, the writer tasted a free sample while walking through Gugyeong Market, then ordered the black garlic original nurungji dakgangjeong for 20,000 won plus a black garlic makgeolli and waited about 30 minutes for the takeout. The chicken firmed up slightly on the drive home, but the fried garlic chips, the crunchy nurungji and the deeply fragrant yet mild black garlic makgeolli were the parts worth remembering. ## Good to know - **Location**: 31-1 Dojeon 4-gil, Danyang-eup, Danyang-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do - **Hours**: 10:00–20:00 (last order 19:30; closes early when ingredients run out) - **Menu**: Black garlic double-flavor dakgangjeong 20,000 won / Black garlic original nurungji dakgangjeong 20,000 won - **Services**: Takeout, delivery, Wi-Fi - **Parking**: Danyang Gugyeong Market public parking lot - **Wait**: About 30 minutes after ordering *as written by the visitor on Sep 14, 2026* ## Why stop at Danyang Gugyeong Market after a Jebibong hike? Danyang Heukmaneul Nurungji Dakgangjeong is a fried chicken shop inside Danyang Gugyeong Market (구경시장). My sister-in-law's family and I went hiking on Jebibong in Danyang after a long while. We already had a hearty lunch after the hike, but coming all the way to Danyang and just heading home felt like a waste. So we decided to wander around Gugyeong Market, which is packed with all kinds of food stalls. While browsing, a striking visual stopped me in my tracks — fried chicken piled high with savory nurungji (crispy scorched rice). ![Black garlic dakgangjeong topped with nurungji at Danyang Gugyeong Market](https://img.superchart.com/images/danyang-market-black-garlic-nurungji-chicken/danyang-market-black-garlic-nurungji-chicken-01-8vq2h-1200.webp) It was Danyang Heukmaneul Nurungji Dakgangjeong, known as the dakgangjeong (Korean fried chicken with sweet-savory glaze) spot at Danyang Gugyeong Market. Fried chicken made with black garlic, Danyang's signature specialty — I was curious how it would taste, but my husband and son waiting at home came to mind first. If I went home empty-handed after enjoying a delicious lunch by myself, my conscience would definitely bother me. And since my son's favorite fried chicken was right in front of me, I couldn't just walk past it, so I packed some to share with the family. ![Front of Danyang Heukmaneul Nurungji Dakgangjeong at Gugyeong Market](https://img.superchart.com/images/danyang-market-black-garlic-nurungji-chicken/danyang-market-black-garlic-nurungji-chicken-02-rbnn8-m-900.webp) ## Where is Danyang Heukmaneul Nurungji Dakgangjeong, and what are its hours? - Location: 31-1 Dojeon 4-gil, Danyang-eup, Danyang-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do, South Korea - Hours: 10:00–20:00, last order 19:30, may close early when ingredients run out - Takeout, delivery, and free Wi-Fi available ### Parking at the Danyang Gugyeong Market public lot If you're driving, you can park at the Danyang Gugyeong Market public parking lot. It's close to the market, so it's easy to walk from your car, making it convenient to browse the other Danyang Gugyeong Market restaurants at leisure too. ![Danyang Gugyeong Market public parking lot](https://img.superchart.com/images/danyang-market-black-garlic-nurungji-chicken/danyang-market-black-garlic-nurungji-chicken-03-g2vca-900.webp) ![Walking path from the public parking lot to Danyang Gugyeong Market](https://img.superchart.com/images/danyang-market-black-garlic-nurungji-chicken/danyang-market-black-garlic-nurungji-chicken-04-tvne4-900.webp) ## The tasting counter: try the dakgangjeong before you order In front of the shop there was a sample corner where you could taste the dakgangjeong before ordering. It's a great setup for first-time visitors — you can try it yourself and pick without worrying about what you'll get. ![Fried chicken tasting corner in front of the shop](https://img.superchart.com/images/danyang-market-black-garlic-nurungji-chicken/danyang-market-black-garlic-nurungji-chicken-05-1scnj-900.webp) ## Menu and prices, and why the original won out - Black garlic double-flavor dakgangjeong ₩20,000 - Black garlic original nurungji dakgangjeong ₩20,000 After tasting both, the double-flavor version, with its bold black garlic aroma, was actually pretty good too. But my mom-instinct kicked in — I could just picture my son shaking his head after one bite. In the end, I went with the black garlic original nurungji dakgangjeong so the whole family could enjoy it without any fuss. ![Menu and prices for black garlic dakgangjeong](https://img.superchart.com/images/danyang-market-black-garlic-nurungji-chicken/danyang-market-black-garlic-nurungji-chicken-06-1tuvd-900.webp) ![Ordering the black garlic original nurungji dakgangjeong](https://img.superchart.com/images/danyang-market-black-garlic-nurungji-chicken/danyang-market-black-garlic-nurungji-chicken-07-8dh7i-900.webp) ## Nurungji rice crust made in-house at the shop On one side of the shop, they were making the nurungji that goes into the dakgangjeong themselves. Seeing them carefully make it in-house, rather than using store-bought nurungji, got me even more excited for the savory flavor of the black garlic nurungji dakgangjeong. Watching the nurungji toast up crispy, I found myself wanting to reach for it even before the chicken was ready — that's how appetizing it looked. ![Handmade nurungji being toasted in-store](https://img.superchart.com/images/danyang-market-black-garlic-nurungji-chicken/danyang-market-black-garlic-nurungji-chicken-08-2eox2-900.webp) ## A 30-minute wait, and what the takeout box looked like After waiting about 30 minutes, we finally got our freshly made black garlic nurungji dakgangjeong. It was a bit of a wait, but since they made it fresh and packed it right after, holding that warm box in hand felt worth it. The chicken came in a sturdy box with a handle, easy to carry home, and the packaging was neat overall. ![Fried chicken takeout box with a carrying handle](https://img.superchart.com/images/danyang-market-black-garlic-nurungji-chicken/danyang-market-black-garlic-nurungji-chicken-09-1gmva-781.webp) The black garlic makgeolli (rice wine) we bought along with it also came in its own black package with the bottle just peeking through — it looked more like a nice gift set than something from a market stall. With a box of chicken in one hand and makgeolli in the other, my heart felt full even if my hands felt heavy. I'd say that counts as not just sightseeing in Danyang, but bringing home a proper taste of it too, right? ![Black garlic makgeolli in its dedicated black package](https://img.superchart.com/images/danyang-market-black-garlic-nurungji-chicken/danyang-market-black-garlic-nurungji-chicken-10-1fnfe-900.webp) ## Generous with fried garlic chips and nurungji As soon as I got home, I opened up the black garlic nurungji dakgangjeong package right away. On top of the glossy fried chicken were generous, crispy fried garlic slices, plus chunky pieces of nurungji tossed right in with the chicken. The moment I opened the box, it clicked — this was exactly why the shop is called Danyang Heukmaneul Nurungji Dakgangjeong. It's not just plain fried chicken; with the garlic chips and nurungji piled on generously, anyone who loves crispy textures would love this. ![Fried chicken topped with garlic chips and nurungji](https://img.superchart.com/images/danyang-market-black-garlic-nurungji-chicken/danyang-market-black-garlic-nurungji-chicken-11-tik7r-900.webp) ![Opening the black garlic nurungji dakgangjeong box at home](https://img.superchart.com/images/danyang-market-black-garlic-nurungji-chicken/danyang-market-black-garlic-nurungji-chicken-12-mzbt4-900.webp) ## How does it taste? Sweet-savory glaze with a crunchy bite On the first bite, the sweet and salty glaze came with a subtle black garlic depth, making it taste different from usual. The fried garlic chips were crispy and savory, and eating them together with the nurungji added a fun chewy contrast. The chicken had firmed up a bit by the time we got home, but with the garlic chips and nurungji alongside, the distinct character of this Danyang dakgangjeong spot still came through clearly. ![Picking up a piece of chicken with nurungji together](https://img.superchart.com/images/danyang-market-black-garlic-nurungji-chicken/danyang-market-black-garlic-nurungji-chicken-13-dlkuc-674.webp) ## Black garlic makgeolli: strong aroma, surprisingly mild taste Just from the name 'black garlic makgeolli,' I wondered to myself why the makgeolli wasn't actually black in color, haha. The moment I opened the lid, a strong black garlic aroma hit me — ah, so it really is black garlic makgeolli! If you're sensitive to strong smells, you might hesitate at first, but once I actually drank it, the flavor was milder than I expected. ![Opened bottle of black garlic makgeolli](https://img.superchart.com/images/danyang-market-black-garlic-nurungji-chicken/danyang-market-black-garlic-nurungji-chicken-14-1ikgj-900.webp) The aroma practically announces 'I'm black garlic!' with full presence, but once you actually drink it, the flavor goes down surprisingly smoothly. That contrast between the bold aroma and the mild taste was the charming twist of this black garlic makgeolli. ![Black garlic makgeolli served alongside the fried chicken](https://img.superchart.com/images/danyang-market-black-garlic-nurungji-chicken/danyang-market-black-garlic-nurungji-chicken-15-u0dlj-900.webp) After hiking Jebibong in Danyang, I ended up bringing home a delicious gift for the family from Danyang Gugyeong Market. The chicken felt slightly firm in parts, but with the fried garlic chips and nurungji added, it had a clear character distinct from regular dakgangjeong. Pairing it with the black garlic makgeolli, whose contrast between aroma and taste was fun to discover, made for a full taste of Danyang. If you're looking for a different kind of chicken at Danyang Gugyeong Market, it might be worth stopping by Danyang Heukmaneul Nurungji Dakgangjeong to try the charm of Danyang's local specialty. ## Where it is - Danyang Heukmaneul Nurungji Dakgangjeong (단양흑마늘누룽지닭강정) - 31-1 Dojeon 4-gil, Danyang-eup, Danyang-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do, South Korea - 충청북도 단양군 단양읍 도전4길 31-1 - 36.982746, 128.3694932 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EB%8B%A8%EC%96%91%ED%9D%91%EB%A7%88%EB%8A%98%EB%88%84%EB%A3%BD%EC%A7%80%EB%8B%AD%EA%B0%95%EC%A0%95/@36.982746,128.3694932,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@saucer-side-stories/danyang-market-black-garlic-nurungji-chicken-edc7/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt