Pork cutlet soba set for weekday lunch in Hwajeong: Min Cook Dasima

Today I'm bringing you a lunch review from Min Cook Dasima, a place I found while looking for somewhere to eat near Hwajeong Station.

It's designated as a Hundred-Year Store, so it turns out it's been loved by Hwajeong Station locals for a long time.

I was trying to decide on a lunch spot near Hwajeong Station and suddenly craved sushi, so I headed over — turned out to be a good call haha.

Where is Min Cook Dasima, and what are the hours and parking?

Min Cook Dasima's address is 37 Hwasin-ro260beon-gil, Deogyang-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do, and it's a walkable distance from Hwajeong Station Exit 1. Hours are 11:00–21:00, with a break time from 15:00 to 16:50.

Parking is available at the Hwajeong E-mart across the street, worth keeping in mind.

The Hundred-Year Store plaque at the Min Cook Dasima entrance

Min Cook Dasima felt like a place with history from the moment you walk in.

Right as you enter, there's a row of photos and certificates showing off the years gone by, so you can't just walk past them.

A place like this isn't just old — it also means there's a big base of regulars, which gave me confidence. With the Hundred-Year Store plaque, you could immediately feel that this was a Hwajeong Station lunch spot that had held its ground for a long time.

QR ordering and seating inside Min Cook Dasima

Min Cook Dasima was convenient since you order from your seat using your phone. You just scan the QR code and pick your menu — no confusion, straight to ordering.

The interior had a clean, tidy atmosphere that felt comfortable for a lunchtime meal.

What comes in the weekday lunch sets?

What I ordered that day were the tonkatsu-soba set and the special sushi set. Maybe because it was lunchtime, the lunch set prices felt pretty reasonable.

Since this lineup is only available on weekday lunches, if you're trying to figure out what to eat near Hwajeong Station, I'd recommend visiting on a weekday.

How is the pork cutlet soba set?

The tonkatsu-soba set came with crispy tonkatsu (pork cutlet) alongside cold soba (buckwheat noodles), making it a hearty single meal.

The soba noodles had a chewy bite and the broth's seasoning was clean, so eating it alongside the tonkatsu didn't feel greasy at all — I liked that.

How is the special sushi set served?

Min Cook Dasima's special sushi set came with a generous plate of assorted sushi, filling enough just to look at.

The rice grains held their shape well and the sashimi was fresh, so I could really taste the sushi for what it was. The tempura that came with it stayed crispy too, so switching between textures as I ate was part of the fun.

The tempura and side dishes that came along were well put together, so it felt like a properly set table. Since it came as a set meal, porridge, salad, and various side dishes rounded things out into a satisfying finish.

That said, since this place is popular, there can be a wait during lunch hours, so I'd recommend visiting with some time to spare.

Is Min Cook Dasima worth it for lunch near Hwajeong Station?

I wanted to recommend Min Cook Dasima to anyone looking for a good restaurant near Hwajeong Station. True to a Hundred-Year Store that's held its ground for so long, it was a place where you could taste the hands-on care in every dish.

Both the tonkatsu-soba set and the special sushi set were satisfying, but the sushi set in particular — with its well-formed rice and fresh sashimi — made me understand why it's so often mentioned as a top sushi spot near Hwajeong Station. The tonkatsu-soba set was also light yet filling, an easy recommendation for a lunch menu.

The lunch set was so well put together that I want to come back for dinner and try something different next time. It seems like a good place to remember whenever you're deciding what to eat near Hwajeong Station, or when you want a tidy, proper meal with family or friends.