Jungnang-gu fried chicken restaurant with ₩10,000 1kg boneless: Daroa

The moment I opened the takeout bag, a savory, deep fried-food aroma spread out and got my mouth watering before I even took a bite. Here's my honest, detailed review of the burgers and the "Irowoon 1kg boneless fried chicken" I picked up from Daroa Dongbu Market Branch. Let's dive into this Dongbu Market restaurant, this Jungnang Dongbu Market restaurant.

Where is Daroa Dongbu Market Branch, and when is it open?

Daroa Dongbu Market Branch is located inside Dongbu Market near Jungnang Station. The storefront is decorated cutely, so it's easy to spot at a glance.

For hours, please check the signage at the store.

What's on the menu at Daroa?

The signature menu at Daroa Dongbu Market Branch includes fried chicken, burgers, sides, and drinks. Besides that, there's also a wide variety of breads and snacks.

The Irowoon set or Irowoon bread in particular was the best value. Ten pieces of bread for only ₩10,000... boss, are you secretly an angel?

₩10,000 Irowoon 1kg boneless fried chicken: how much do you get, and how does it taste?

Now let's get into the actual taste test~ The moment I opened the box, the pieces of chicken were piled up so heavily it really felt like 1kg, catching my eye instantly. It wasn't that soggy, oil-soaked feeling—the golden coating had every grain of texture alive, so the crispiness was incredible.

The moment I took a bite, the coating shattered softly with a crisp 'crunch.' When the coating is too thick, you end up tasting raw flour, but here it wrapped the meat thinly and evenly, so it wasn't greasy but light and clean.

The chicken inside the coating held moisture and juiciness without any dryness. Each bite tore softly along the grain without being chewy, and any gamey chicken smell was cleanly removed, so I didn't get tired of it even down to the last piece. This really lives up to being a Dongbu Market restaurant, a Jungnang Dongbu Market restaurant!

Deep inside the meat, there was a subtle, non-aggressive umami flavor, so it tasted just right even without dipping it in salt or sauce. Adding a bit of mustard or a sweet sauce doubled the savory charm of the fried coating along with sweet-salty appeal.

Since the portion was so generous, it naturally cooled down as I ate slowly, but even after cooling, the coating didn't turn soggy and kept its crisp texture for a long time. The meat also stayed pleasantly springy instead of hardening, so I could enjoy it comfortably till the end.

Tasting Daroa's three burgers: egg, corn and cheese

Next up, I ordered three burgers total: egg, corn, and cheese! The moment I unwrapped them, the thick, fluffy bun felt substantial in my hand. It wasn't a bun that crumbles dryly—it had a slightly chewy, soft texture that held onto the juices and sauce from the fillings.

The fresh lettuce and vegetables, crisp as if just cut, lightened the greasiness. Combined with a sweet-salty signature sauce and a smooth sauce, they filled in the gap between the bun and patty seamlessly.

The meat wasn't coarsely ground but finely minced, so it chewed softly along with the bun, and the more you chewed, the more its rich umami and subtle aroma filled your mouth.

Takeout is available too, so everyone should come check it out~ And that's how the meal wrapped up!

The owner also gave me a potato-shaped keyring as a free gift! It's a cute item that squeaks when you press it. Isn't the face pretty adorable too~ I'll have to squeeze it whenever I'm stressed. Haha.

How clean are the shop and pickup counter?

The moment I opened the door and stepped in, the interior of Daroa Dongbu Market Branch was arranged so cleanly and without clutter that it made a great first impression. There wasn't a trace of grease or stickiness around the floor, order counter, or pickup area, and it was kept dry and tidy, which gave me deep confidence in terms of hygiene.

Given that this store handles fried dishes and burgers, managing the cooking area can't be easy, but the glimpse I got of the kitchen inside showed utensils kept clean enough to shine. The ventilation system was well set up, so there was no stale oil smell or stuffy smoke inside, and the air stayed pleasant the whole time I was there.

Unlike the usual chaos of stores near a market, the flow was intuitive and spacious. The waiting area for takeout orders was also neatly arranged, so I could wait comfortably without any crowding.

The menu board and pickup area were arranged clearly so you could take everything in at a glance, and the staff's service was bright and friendly, making even the walk out with my takeout bag feel pleasant.

Thanks to the store's pleasant facilities and hygienic atmosphere, I could enjoy the food even more with peace of mind.