Cheongju Jiwel City set menus of ramen and curry rice: Myeonsikdang

Where to eat ramen and tonkatsu in Cheongju's Jiwel City

I was trying to figure out what to eat for lunch or dinner around Jiwel City in Cheongju, and I ended up at Myeonsikdang. The Jiwel City area has plenty of restaurants and cafés to choose from, but that day I was craving warm ramen and crispy tonkatsu, so I headed to Myeonsikdang.

Myeonsikdang Jiwel City

The exterior was clean and eye-catching overall. If you're looking for somewhere to eat in Jiwel City, this is definitely one to keep on your radar.

This place has even shown up on TV as a local favorite, and the menu turned out to be huge. There was a menu board right in front of the store, which was nice to check before going in.

Inside Myeonsikdang Jiwel City: seats and solo window bar

The interior of Myeonsikdang Jiwel City had a relaxed, easygoing vibe, making it a good fit whether you're eating solo or coming with friends or family.

The seats were spaced generously apart, and there were single seats by the window, so it seemed like a good spot for groups of different sizes.

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Ordering two set menus at Myeonsikdang

Looking through the Myeonsikdang menu, there was a wide range of options—from ramen to rice bowls to tonkatsu.

When one menu item alone feels like it's not quite enough, the set menus are a great choice, so that day we ordered the tonkotsu ramen butadon set and the handmade pork loin katsu with curry rice set.

Each table came with pickled radish and small side dishes ready to go, which was convenient.

Tonkotsu ramen and butadon (pork rice bowl) set

First up was the tonkotsu ramen butadon set! The butadon (grilled pork over rice) had a strong smoky char that looked really appetizing.

With the tonkotsu ramen, the milky broth was the first thing that caught my eye. Eating the noodles together with the rich broth felt warm and filling. If you like that classic savory, deep ramen broth flavor, this was a solid, easy-to-enjoy menu.

The butadon that came alongside the ramen was also unmissable. With meat piled on top of the rice, it filled me up much more than the ramen alone would have. Getting to enjoy both noodles and rice at once really showed off the appeal of a set menu.

Handmade pork loin katsu and curry rice set

Next was the handmade pork loin katsu with curry rice set. The pork loin katsu came cut into easy-to-eat pieces, letting you taste both the crispy breading and the tender meat together.

It's a great fit for anyone who likes tonkatsu that's crispy outside and juicy inside, and pairing it with the curry rice made for a pretty filling combo.

I especially felt like a set menu is the way to go when you want to taste a little bit of several dishes rather than committing to just one.

With the ramen and butadon on one side and the tonkatsu and curry on the other, the menu lineup was different enough that it was fun picking and choosing based on what we were craving.

Who should visit Myeonsikdang Jiwel City

Overall, Myeonsikdang was a great place to visit when you want to enjoy ramen, tonkatsu, and rice bowls all at once in a clean, comfortable setting. If you're looking for a hearty meal in Jiwel City, it's worth a visit.

The wide range of menu options also made it convenient for everyone in our group to pick whatever they were in the mood for. If you're craving ramen or tonkatsu in Cheongju and looking for a good spot in Jiwel City, put Myeonsikdang on your list.

Myeonsikdang was a solid choice not just for ramen and tonkatsu lovers, but for anyone looking for a rice dish too. It's the kind of place that makes you want to come back and try something else on the menu.

If you're looking for somewhere to eat in Jiwel City, Cheongju, grab a hearty meal at Myeonsikdang. They have set menus that let you taste a variety of dishes at once, so it's worth checking the menu before you go and picking what suits your taste.