# Cheonan budae-jjigae with karaage sides and watermelon: Cheongwon - By Garam (https://superchart.com/en/@window-steam/) - Written Aug 19, 2026 - Local places › Restaurants › Cheonan, Chungnam - Sponsored: This post was written following a sponsored visit to the restaurant. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@window-steam/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-side-dishes/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@window-steam/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-side-dishes/index.md) ## In short Cheongwon Restaurant: Cooking Budae-jjigae, Cheonan Dujeong Main Branch is a budae-jjigae (army stew) restaurant in Dujeong-dong, Cheonan. One pot of Cheongwon budae-jjigae comes with chicken karaage, stir-fried fish cake, kimchi and seasoned bean sprouts as basic side dishes, finished with ramyeon noodles and followed by watermelon for dessert. With 1++ Korean beef mince in the broth plus plenty of ham and beef brisket, Cheongwon budae-jjigae made a hearty, satisfying meal. ## Good to know - **Hours**: 11:00–21:00 - **Last order**: 20:30 - **Parking**: About 4 spaces in front of the restaurant - **Main menu**: Songtan budae-jjigae, Cheongwon budae-jjigae - **Side**: Pork cutlet (donkkaseu) - **Add-ons and toppings**: Assorted noodle add-ons, sausage, beef brisket, glass noodles and more - **Alcohol and drinks**: Soju, beer, Cheongha, makgeolli, soft drinks and more - **Self-bar**: Unlimited refills of ramyeon noodles and rice - **Event**: Free egg roll for posting a Naver receipt review - **Other**: Takeout discount offered on budae-jjigae *as written by the visitor on Aug 19, 2026* Today I'm bringing you a story about a budae-jjigae (army stew) specialty restaurant in Cheonan famous for its deep, rich broth loaded with ham and sausage: 'Cheongwon Restaurant: Cooking Budae-jjigae, Cheonan Dujeong Main Branch.' With carefully simmered broth, generous portions, and a solid side dish lineup, it's a perfect Dujeong-dong restaurant for a hearty meal or lunch — let me walk you through it in detail. ## Cheongwon Restaurant Cheonan Dujeong branch: hours and parking Cheongwon Restaurant: Cooking Budae-jjigae, Cheonan Dujeong Main Branch is open 11:00–21:00, with last order at 20:30. About 4 cars can park in front of the restaurant. ![Parking space in front of Cheongwon Sikdang Cheonan Dujeong branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-side-dishes/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-side-dishes-01-cg6p6-900.webp) The restaurant sits on the first floor of the building, marked by a light-purple sign reading 'Cheongwon Restaurant: Cooking Budae-jjigae.' ![Exterior of Cheongwon Restaurant: Cooking Budae-jjigae with its light-purple sign](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-side-dishes/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-side-dishes-02-alt25-900.webp) Stepping inside, there's a pleasant dining hall with clean wood-toned tables, making for a comfortable meal. ![Wood-toned tables inside the Cheongwon Sikdang dining hall](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-side-dishes/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-side-dishes-03-19xf7-900.webp) ## What is on the menu at Cheongwon Restaurant? The menu is neatly laid out on a wood-paneled wall. - Main menu: Songtan budae-jjigae, Cheongwon budae-jjigae - Side menu: Pork cutlet (donkkaseu) - Add-ons and toppings: Assorted noodle add-ons, sausage, beef brisket, glass noodles, etc. - Drinks: Soju, beer, cheongha, makgeolli, soft drinks, etc. ## Basic side dishes that include chicken karaage After ordering, Cheongwon Sikdang Cheonan Dujeong branch sets the table with kimchi, seasoned bean sprouts, chicken karaage, and stir-fried fish cake as basic side dishes — neat yet substantial. ![Basic side dish spread at Cheongwon Sikdang](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-side-dishes/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-side-dishes-04-3ikln-900.webp) ![Basic kimchi served with the budae-jjigae](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-side-dishes/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-side-dishes-05-1of3t-900.webp) ![Crisply seasoned bean sprout side dish](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-side-dishes/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-side-dishes-06-ql67i-900.webp) ![Chicken karaage and stir-fried fish cake served as basic sides](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-side-dishes/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-side-dishes-07-19qgt-900.webp) Kimchi & seasoned bean sprouts — the classic kimchi and crisply seasoned bean sprouts that pair perfectly with budae-jjigae. Chicken karaage & stir-fried fish cake — crispy fried chicken karaage and warm stir-fried fish cake come out as basic sides, whetting the appetite. ## Cheongwon budae-jjigae: Songtan-style base with beef brisket and cheongyang chili Finally, the signature main dish — 'Cheongwon budae-jjigae' — arrived, piled high in the pot! Cheongwon budae-jjigae builds on the Songtan-style base with beef brisket and cheongyang chili added, giving it a spicy kick. ![Pot piled high with Cheongwon budae-jjigae](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-side-dishes/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-side-dishes-08-1kcai-900.webp) ![Cheongwon budae-jjigae spread loaded with Spam and sausage](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-side-dishes/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-side-dishes-09-1ug8s-900.webp) Thickly sliced Spam and sausage, minced meat, and green onion were all packed in generously — it looked absolutely delicious. ![Pot of Cheongwon budae-jjigae bubbling on the stove](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-side-dishes/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-side-dishes-10-1npow-900.webp) ![Close-up of the reduced budae-jjigae broth](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-side-dishes/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-side-dishes-11-1jchs-900.webp) ![Thick ham and sausage lifted out of the pot](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-side-dishes/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-side-dishes-12-10f7w-900.webp) ![A spoonful of rice topped with ham](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-side-dishes/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-side-dishes-13-1gz16-900.webp) As it started bubbling and the broth reduced, the 1++ Korean beef mince and carefully simmered stock came together for an even deeper, richer broth. Picking up a piece of the thick ham and sausage and putting it over rice, the spicy yet savory umami flavor filled my mouth. ![Beef brisket inside the budae-jjigae](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-side-dishes/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-side-dishes-14-qukfo-900.webp) There was also plenty of savory beef brisket packed in. ![A large bowl of steamed rice](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-side-dishes/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-side-dishes-15-1laq8-900.webp) Mixing the broth and ham into the generous bowl of rice makes it impossible to stop eating. Anyone looking for a great budae-jjigae in Dujeong-dong is sure to love this. ## Finishing with ramyeon noodles, then watermelon for dessert After eating a good amount of meat and ham, adding ramyeon noodles to boil is basically the unspoken rule! ![Ramyeon noodles added to the budae-jjigae](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-side-dishes/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-side-dishes-16-17qmt-900.webp) ![Broth-soaked ramyeon noodles lifted out of the pot](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-side-dishes/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-side-dishes-17-1kuxy-900.webp) The ramyeon noodles soaked up the now spicier, richer broth, and slurping them down was so satisfying. ![Chopsticks picking up ramyeon noodles](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-side-dishes/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-side-dishes-18-ozjfl-900.webp) ![Watermelon served as dessert](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-side-dishes/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-side-dishes-19-17t4z-900.webp) To finish the meal, they served cool, sweet watermelon for dessert, cleansing the palate perfectly — such a thoughtful touch! ## Self-bar with unlimited rice and ramyeon, plus a takeout discount At the self-bar at Cheongwon Sikdang Cheonan Dujeong branch, ramyeon noodles and rice are kept neatly stocked for unlimited refills. A sign on the wall titled 'How to Enjoy Cheongwon Sikdang' kindly guides first-time visitors on how to enjoy the meal. ![Sign explaining how to enjoy Cheongwon Sikdang](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-side-dishes/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-side-dishes-20-1tvaj-900.webp) ![Self-bar with ramyeon noodles and rice for refills](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-side-dishes/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-side-dishes-21-z5wxb-900.webp) ![Wall sign about 1++ Korean beef mince and takeout discount](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-side-dishes/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-side-dishes-22-12xby-900.webp) On the wall, you can also see clear signage noting that Cheongwon Sikdang uses 1++ Korean beef mince, along with details on the takeout discount for budae-jjigae. ## Receipt review event: free egg roll ![Notice about the receipt review event and free egg roll](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-side-dishes/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-side-dishes-23-1o8nz-900.webp) Take part in the Naver receipt review event and get a free egg roll! Just scan the QR code to participate easily and make sure to grab the savory egg roll perk! A perfect combination of deep-flavored broth made with 1++ Korean beef mince and generous ham! One of the best Korean restaurants in Dujeong-dong for a hearty, satisfying meal! ![Signature photo of Cheongwon budae-jjigae at the Cheonan Dujeong branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-side-dishes/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-side-dishes-24-6a9pw-1200.webp) ## Where it is - Cheongwon Restaurant: Cooking Budae-jjigae, Cheonan Dujeong Main Branch (청원식당 부대찌개를 끓이다 천안두정본점) - 32-4 Dujeongsangga 4-gil, Seobuk-gu, Cheonan-si, Chungcheongnam-do, South Korea, 1st floor - 충청남도 천안시 서북구 두정상가4길 32-4 1층 - 36.8326276, 127.1430023 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EC%B2%AD%EC%9B%90%EC%8B%9D%EB%8B%B9%20%EB%B6%80%EB%8C%80%EC%B0%8C%EA%B0%9C%EB%A5%BC%20%EB%81%93%EC%9D%B4%EB%8B%A4%20%EC%B2%9C%EC%95%88%EB%91%90%EC%A0%95%EB%B3%B8%EC%A0%90/@36.8326276,127.1430023,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@window-steam/cheonan-dujeong-budae-jjigae-side-dishes/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt