# Andong traditional restaurant serving shark meat heotjesabap: Gilpung - By Haru (https://superchart.com/en/@while-coffee-cools-a369/) - Written Sep 22, 2026 - Local places › Restaurants › Andong, Gyeongbuk - Sponsored: This visit was sponsored by the business. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@while-coffee-cools-a369/andong-pungsan-heotjesabap-jjimdak-gilpung/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@while-coffee-cools-a369/andong-pungsan-heotjesabap-jjimdak-gilpung/index.md) ## In short Gilpung is a Korean restaurant in Nabau-gil, Pungsan-eup, Andong, Gyeongbuk, specializing in heotjesabap (ancestral-rite-style rice) and Andong jjimdak (braised chicken). Two people ordered the seonbi heotjesabap set and a small Andong jjimdak, which came with salted mackerel, namul vegetables, shark meat and Andong sikhye, and the portions were so generous that more than half the jjimdak went home as takeout. Gilpung is a solid stop for a full traditional Andong meal after seeing Hahoe Village or Wolyeonggyo Bridge. ## Good to know - **Menu ordered**: Seonbi heotjesabap, Andong jjimdak (small) - **Location**: 8 Nabau-gil, Pungsan-eup, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do (near Hahoe Village) - **Parking**: Large lot, so parking is never a worry - **Seating**: Floor-seating tables, with a large room for family gatherings and events - **Good to know**: Groups welcome, reservations, takeout, separate men's and women's restrooms - **Also sold**: Andong soju *as written by the visitor on Sep 22, 2026* One of the dishes I really wanted to try while planning my Andong trip was heotjesabap (ancestral-rite-style rice). It's famous as a signature Andong food, and while looking into my travel course I found Gilpung. It's right near Hahoe Village, so it was perfect to visit along the way. I'd always wanted to try this dish at least once, so I went in with high expectations haha. ![Exterior of Gilpung, a heotjesabap restaurant in Pungsan-eup, Andong](https://img.superchart.com/images/andong-pungsan-heotjesabap-jjimdak-gilpung/andong-pungsan-heotjesabap-jjimdak-gilpung-01-1amv6-1200.webp) ## Gilpung in Pungsan-eup, Andong: parking and what the restaurant looks like Gilpung is a heotjesabap restaurant at 8 Nabau-gil, Pungsan-eup, Andong-si, Gyeongbuk, with a large parking lot, so there was no need to worry about parking. As a place known for traditional Andong food, the moment I walked in I could feel that famous-restaurant atmosphere. ![Entrance and spacious parking lot at Gilpung](https://img.superchart.com/images/andong-pungsan-heotjesabap-jjimdak-gilpung/andong-pungsan-heotjesabap-jjimdak-gilpung-02-1xrmt-966.webp) The walls were covered with traces of TV appearances, including MBC, and I heard it was even featured on Welcome, First Time in Korea?, which made me even more curious about the place. ![Wall at Gilpung covered with traces of TV appearances](https://img.superchart.com/images/andong-pungsan-heotjesabap-jjimdak-gilpung/andong-pungsan-heotjesabap-jjimdak-gilpung-03-157sl-966.webp) Walking inside, I was surprised by how huge the space was haha. There were spacious floor-seating tables, and a large private room that would be perfect for family gatherings or events. ![Spacious hall at Gilpung with floor-seating tables](https://img.superchart.com/images/andong-pungsan-heotjesabap-jjimdak-gilpung/andong-pungsan-heotjesabap-jjimdak-gilpung-04-c9c5w-966.webp) True to its reputation as a famous restaurant, the walls were packed with autographs~ ![Wall at Gilpung filled with celebrity autographs](https://img.superchart.com/images/andong-pungsan-heotjesabap-jjimdak-gilpung/andong-pungsan-heotjesabap-jjimdak-gilpung-05-5uqul-966.webp) ![Framed autographs packed densely on a wall at Gilpung](https://img.superchart.com/images/andong-pungsan-heotjesabap-jjimdak-gilpung/andong-pungsan-heotjesabap-jjimdak-gilpung-06-15e16-966.webp) ### The owner of Gilpung kept the side dishes coming all through the meal What stuck with me most was how kind the owner of Gilpung was. Throughout the meal, they kept coming by to check if we were running low on any side dishes or needed anything. Even though they must have been busy, the way they looked after every little detail felt genuinely warm. Thanks to that, we could eat comfortably, and the whole meal was a pleasant experience. ![Sign at Gilpung that reassured us the food was trustworthy](https://img.superchart.com/images/andong-pungsan-heotjesabap-jjimdak-gilpung/andong-pungsan-heotjesabap-jjimdak-gilpung-07-u1ll1-966.webp) This sign made me trust the food even more haha. ![Menu board at Gilpung](https://img.superchart.com/images/andong-pungsan-heotjesabap-jjimdak-gilpung/andong-pungsan-heotjesabap-jjimdak-gilpung-08-1va0i-966.webp) ![Menu board listing seonbi heotjesabap and Andong jjimdak](https://img.superchart.com/images/andong-pungsan-heotjesabap-jjimdak-gilpung/andong-pungsan-heotjesabap-jjimdak-gilpung-09-6uh4n-966.webp) Seonbi heotjesabap, Andong jjimdak (small) ![Full table spread of seonbi heotjesabap at Gilpung](https://img.superchart.com/images/andong-pungsan-heotjesabap-jjimdak-gilpung/andong-pungsan-heotjesabap-jjimdak-gilpung-10-m2ouq-966.webp) ## What comes with the seonbi heotjesabap set at Gilpung? Gilpung's seonbi heotjesabap was a neat yet generous spread. Looking at the heotjesabap as it arrived, I understood right away why it's called a signature Andong dish. Among the dishes filling the table, I noticed grilled salted Andong mackerel, various namul (seasoned vegetable) dishes, fritters and jeon (pan-fried dishes), and braised doraji (bellflower root) and lotus root. ![Heotjesabap table with grilled salted mackerel, namul, and jeon](https://img.superchart.com/images/andong-pungsan-heotjesabap-jjimdak-gilpung/andong-pungsan-heotjesabap-jjimdak-gilpung-11-17qxs-966.webp) Since this table setting originated from ancestral rite food, it felt light and clean overall rather than strongly seasoned. ![Plate of clean, light heotjesabap side dishes](https://img.superchart.com/images/andong-pungsan-heotjesabap-jjimdak-gilpung/andong-pungsan-heotjesabap-jjimdak-gilpung-12-1oygv-966.webp) The namul weren't heavily salted but had a nutty flavor, making them great to mix with rice, and the staff recommended mixing them with Joseon soy sauce~ ![Heotjesabap namul mixed with Joseon soy sauce](https://img.superchart.com/images/andong-pungsan-heotjesabap-jjimdak-gilpung/andong-pungsan-heotjesabap-jjimdak-gilpung-13-1pffb-966.webp) The salted mackerel was salty yet clean-tasting, pairing really well as a side dish for rice. ![Grilled salted Andong mackerel at Gilpung](https://img.superchart.com/images/andong-pungsan-heotjesabap-jjimdak-gilpung/andong-pungsan-heotjesabap-jjimdak-gilpung-14-1b6qt-966.webp) Shark meat also came out, which I'd never tried before, and it had a mild flavor with no off-putting taste haha. ![Shark meat served as part of the heotjesabap table](https://img.superchart.com/images/andong-pungsan-heotjesabap-jjimdak-gilpung/andong-pungsan-heotjesabap-jjimdak-gilpung-15-30obr-966.webp) Tasting the side dishes one by one, I naturally finished a whole bowl of rice before I knew it. The Andong sikhye that came with the meal also stuck in my memory. ![Andong sikhye made with chili powder and ginger](https://img.superchart.com/images/andong-pungsan-heotjesabap-jjimdak-gilpung/andong-pungsan-heotjesabap-jjimdak-gilpung-16-lwdn6-966.webp) ### How is Andong sikhye different from regular sikhye? Andong sikhye is a bit different from regular sikhye (sweet rice punch) — apparently it's made with chili powder and ginger. It had a tangy taste that felt refreshing after eating a variety of dishes. They also gave us regular sikhye so we could compare them side by side. ## Andong jjimdak (small): more than enough for two people When you think of Andong, jjimdak (braised chicken) is another must. Gilpung's Andong jjimdak (small) came with generous chunks of potato and carrot and plenty of glass noodles, all coated in a slightly saucy soy sauce glaze that went great with rice. The sauce was salty and a bit sweet — a familiar flavor, but tasting it in Andong made it feel fresh again. That said, since heotjesabap itself already comes with such a variety of side dishes and a generous portion, the total amount of food was quite a lot for two people. In the end, we packed up more than half of the jjimdak to take home. ![Gilpung's Andong jjimdak with plenty of potato and glass noodles](https://img.superchart.com/images/andong-pungsan-heotjesabap-jjimdak-gilpung/andong-pungsan-heotjesabap-jjimdak-gilpung-17-4hqjp-966.webp) ![Close-up of Andong jjimdak coated in saucy soy sauce glaze](https://img.superchart.com/images/andong-pungsan-heotjesabap-jjimdak-gilpung/andong-pungsan-heotjesabap-jjimdak-gilpung-18-vip2p-966.webp) We brought it home and reheated it the next day, and it still tasted great, so we ended up enjoying every last bit of the leftovers. It paired amazingly with Andong soju haha. If you want to properly experience the region's traditional food while traveling in Andong, heotjesabap is definitely a dish worth trying. ![Table set with both heotjesabap and Andong jjimdak](https://img.superchart.com/images/andong-pungsan-heotjesabap-jjimdak-gilpung/andong-pungsan-heotjesabap-jjimdak-gilpung-19-xvjft-966.webp) Being able to enjoy so many side dishes in one spread made tasting each one its own kind of fun, and it was a memorable meal in terms of directly experiencing Andong's food culture. Above all, the owner checking in on us throughout the meal to see if we needed anything made it an even more comfortable and pleasant experience. ### Ordering tips at Gilpung: order for your group size and pack up leftovers If you order heotjesabap and Andong jjimdak together, the portions are quite generous, so it's a good idea to order according to your group size. Like us, you can also get leftovers packed to take home~ If you're planning an Andong trip, exploring sights like Wolyeonggyo Bridge or Hahoe Village and then enjoying a full table of heotjesabap as Andong's traditional food could make for a great travel course. ![Table spread at Gilpung after finishing the meal](https://img.superchart.com/images/andong-pungsan-heotjesabap-jjimdak-gilpung/andong-pungsan-heotjesabap-jjimdak-gilpung-20-a7otf-966.webp) They also sell Andong soju. ![Andong soju sold at Gilpung](https://img.superchart.com/images/andong-pungsan-heotjesabap-jjimdak-gilpung/andong-pungsan-heotjesabap-jjimdak-gilpung-21-1u6j3-966.webp) ![Bottles of Andong soju on display](https://img.superchart.com/images/andong-pungsan-heotjesabap-jjimdak-gilpung/andong-pungsan-heotjesabap-jjimdak-gilpung-22-6ow1r-966.webp) ![Andong specialty products displayed inside Gilpung](https://img.superchart.com/images/andong-pungsan-heotjesabap-jjimdak-gilpung/andong-pungsan-heotjesabap-jjimdak-gilpung-23-1ecbr-966.webp) ## Gilpung visitor information: address, parking and seating Gilpung is located at 8 Nabau-gil, Pungsan-eup, Andong-si, Gyeongbuk. Group dining, reservations, and takeout are all available, and the restrooms are separated for men and women. ![Signage and storefront information for Gilpung](https://img.superchart.com/images/andong-pungsan-heotjesabap-jjimdak-gilpung/andong-pungsan-heotjesabap-jjimdak-gilpung-24-1mzcl-966.webp) > One-line review — From the neat heotjesabap spread to the generous Andong jjimdak, this was a meal we thoroughly enjoyed thanks to the kind owner who made experiencing Andong's traditional food a genuinely pleasant experience. ## Where it is - Gilpung (길풍) - 8 Nabau-gil, Pungsan-eup, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea - 경상북도 안동시 풍산읍 나바우길 8 - 36.580923, 128.556104 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EA%B8%B8%ED%92%8D/@36.580923,128.556104,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@while-coffee-cools-a369/andong-pungsan-heotjesabap-jjimdak-gilpung/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt