Gopchang restaurant in Anjung, Pyeongtaek: bomb steamed egg & kalguksu

I was craving gopchang in Anjung, Pyeongtaek, so I headed to Yangcheolbuk Gopchang Anjung (양철북곱창 안중점).

I had the Hanwoo Gopchang Platter with egg soufflé, fried rice and a drink. The gopchang was packed with creamy fat and so rich and nutty, the lung was chewy and the tripe was tender. I've been to quite a few gopchang places, but here every cut has a different texture, which made eating it fun, and even the fried rice was satisfying. The hall is large and has floor-seating group tables, so it looked good for eating with a crowd too.

Parking and the 5th anniversary event at Yangcheolbuk Gopchang Anjung

You can park in front of Yangcheolbuk Gopchang Anjung, and at the time of my visit a notice for its 5th anniversary event was posted at the entrance.

The sign caught my eye as soon as I arrived. Being able to park right in front made it easy to come by car.

A notice for the 5th anniversary event was posted at the entrance. It said that if you order the assorted platter and write a Naver review, you get one serving of daechang (beef large intestine), makchang (abomasum) or special yang (tripe).

The notice said the assorted platter was discounted from ₩71,000 to ₩49,000. Event periods and conditions may change, so please check with the restaurant when you visit.

There were also Naver Place receipt review and Naver blog review events. The notice said that if you write a review with photos and show it to the staff, you get one bottle of a drink. Please check the conditions at the restaurant on the day you visit.

Is Yangcheolbuk Gopchang Anjung good for groups?

With its large hall and floor-seating group tables, Yangcheolbuk Gopchang Anjung looked good for family gatherings or meals with a bigger party.

Stepping inside, I found the hall spacious, with plenty of room between tables.

There's floor seating for groups too, so it looked good for family gatherings or meals with a bigger party.

There's plenty of seating all the way to the back, so you could eat comfortably with your group. It doesn't seem like it would feel cramped even with a lot of people, so I thought it would work well as a meeting spot too.

The basic side dishes are brought to the table at the start, and you can get more from the self-serve corner. I liked being able to take as much as I needed.

Menu at Yangcheolbuk Gopchang Anjung and what we spent

That day I ordered the Hanwoo Gopchang Platter at ₩49,000, plus egg soufflé, fried rice for 2 and a soft drink, for ₩61,000 in total. The menu listed the assorted platter, the Hanwoo Gopchang Platter, hanwoo gopchang, hanwoo daechang and more.

Besides the gopchang dishes, there are also hot pots and side dishes, so you can choose to your taste.

• Hanwoo Gopchang Platter ₩49,000
• Egg soufflé ₩4,000
• Fried rice for 2 ₩6,000
• Soft drink ₩2,000
• Total ₩61,000

I could also see Bulkeano chicken feet (extra-spicy) and hanwoo gopchang jeongol (hot pot) on the menu. I had the Hanwoo Gopchang Platter this time, but I wanted to try other dishes next time.

The kimchi kalguksu (kimchi noodle soup) I had with the gopchang had a spicy, refreshing broth. After the rich gopchang, a sip of the broth left my mouth feeling clean.

The kalguksu bubbled away and a spicy kimchi aroma rose up. Eating it alternately with the gopchang, the noodles and broth went really well together.

What cuts come in the Hanwoo Gopchang Platter?

The Hanwoo Gopchang Platter at Yangcheolbuk Gopchang Anjung came with hanwoo gopchang, yang (beef tripe) and lung. Onion, bean sprouts, chives, potato, king oyster mushroom and rice cake came with it too, so the platter was generous.

With the grill piled with gopchang and vegetables, I couldn't wait to cook and eat. You can grill the bean sprouts, chives and onion together too, so the lineup was varied.

As the gopchang cooked, a rich, nutty smell drifted up. The vegetables were cooking alongside, and I just wanted to dig in already.

The lung was chewy and the tripe was tender. With several cuts on one platter, it was fun to alternate between them.

Cooked together with the gopchang, the bean sprouts and chives gave a crunchy texture that went well with the rich flavor. Adding potato, king oyster mushroom and rice cake let me enjoy the platter in lots of different ways.

Once the gopchang browned, it looked delicious outside and was chewy inside. Alternating with the tripe and lung, I could feel how different each cut's texture was.

The hanwoo gopchang was full of creamy fat, with a deep, nutty flavor.

The more I chewed, the more the flavor spread, and the chewy texture held up too, so my chopsticks kept going back.

Once the gopchang was nicely browned, eating it with bean sprouts and chives paired the richness with the vegetable crunch. Eating it this way, I never got tired of it until the end.

The bean sprouts and chives cooked right next to the gopchang, which made them easy to eat together. I loved the combination of rich gopchang and crunchy vegetables.

How to eat hanwoo gopchang with sauce and vegetables

The hanwoo gopchang at Yangcheolbuk Gopchang Anjung tastes different whether you eat it plain, dip it in sauce, or pair it with chives, bean sprouts and seasoned radish (mu saengchae), so it's fun to switch between them. The gopchang browned on the grill looked delicious just sitting there, and the creamy fat and chewy texture kept me reaching for one more piece.

The lung was good dipped in sauce too. The sauce added a savory depth to the nutty flavor.

Dipping it lightly in the sauce went well with the richness of the gopchang. It tasted different from eating it plain, so it was fun to switch back and forth.

Adding chives and bean sprouts to the gopchang brought the aroma and crunch of the vegetables. It's a different combination from gopchang alone, so try it however suits your taste.

With the bean sprouts and chives cooking next to the gopchang, I got even more excited to eat them together. The vegetables soaked in gopchang fat were nutty too and went well with the gopchang.

I also grilled the king oyster mushroom until golden and ate it with the gopchang. The mild mushroom flavor fit nicely between the rich bites of gopchang.

Eating the gopchang with seasoned radish gave several textures in one bite. Each cut tasted different, so it never got boring until the very end.

Eating chives and bean sprouts together added a vegetable aroma to the richness of the gopchang. You can enjoy it in many ways, dipping it in sauce or pairing it with vegetables.

Bomb egg soufflé and kimchi kalguksu with the gopchang

The bomb egg soufflé (gyeran-jjim, steamed egg, ₩4,000) at Yangcheolbuk Gopchang Anjung caught my eye the moment it arrived, puffed up high. One spoonful and it was soft and nutty, great with the gopchang.

The egg soufflé rose up round and looked so appetizing. The soft egg was perfect to eat between bites of gopchang. I think I would have regretted not ordering it.

I liked the spicy, refreshing broth of the kimchi kalguksu. Eating the noodles and broth in between the gopchang cleansed my palate.

Finishing with kimchi and seaweed fried rice

At Yangcheolbuk Gopchang Anjung, after finishing the gopchang we wrapped up with kimchi and seaweed fried rice (₩6,000 for 2) made on the same grill. Watching it being prepared on the grill the gopchang had been cooked on, I was looking forward to this last dish.

The fried rice had kimchi and seaweed in it, with great savory depth and aroma. Egg ringed the edge, which added more nutty flavor.

They stir-fry it so the kimchi and seaweed mix evenly through the rice, and a nutty smell rose up. Even full, I kept picking up my spoon.

I enjoyed the fried rice down to the last spoonful. Finishing the gopchang with kimchi and seaweed fried rice left me nicely full.

After the fried rice, the meal ended on a happy note. The whole combination of gopchang, egg soufflé, kimchi kalguksu and fried rice was satisfying.

Why I recommend Yangcheolbuk Gopchang Anjung

• You can taste hanwoo gopchang, yang and lung on a single platter.
• The hanwoo gopchang, full of creamy fat, was nutty and chewy.
• The kimchi kalguksu was spicy and refreshing and went well with the gopchang.
• The bomb egg soufflé was soft and nutty, great as a side.
• You can finish with a filling kimchi and seaweed fried rice.
• The large hall and floor-seating group area make it easy to visit with a crowd.
• Parking in front makes it easy to come by car.

I've been to quite a few gopchang places, but the nutty fat of the hanwoo gopchang and the different texture of each cut stayed with me most. Having the egg soufflé, kimchi kalguksu and fried rice with it made the meal even more filling and satisfying. It's a Pyeongtaek Anjung gopchang spot I'd definitely go back to, a real favorite of my life.

Yangcheolbuk Gopchang Anjung FAQ

Can you park in front of the restaurant?

Yes, Yangcheolbuk Gopchang Anjung has parking in front of the restaurant.

Is it okay to visit as a group?

There's a large hall and floor-seating group area. If your party is big, call ahead to check seats first.

What are the closing day and opening hours?

It's closed every Tuesday. On other days it's open from 3 PM to 11 PM.

Is there a Naver review event?

The notice in the restaurant listed a Naver Place receipt review event and a Naver blog review event. Please check how to take part and the benefits at the restaurant on the day you visit.

What do you recommend for a first visit?

Try the Hanwoo Gopchang Platter, where you can taste several cuts, with the bomb egg soufflé and fried rice.