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Cafés, restaurants and places in Daegu, written by bloggers who went there.
Bongja Makchang Daegu Jongno Branch is a grilled intestines restaurant in Jung-gu, Daegu. On my last makchang outing before giving birth, I had chewy fresh makchang, ₩2,000 soybean paste stew, fried rice, and free ramen and patbingsu. Verdict: a generous, friendly spot for a Daegu makchang feast, haha.
Dento is a brunch café in Bongsan-dong, Jung-gu, Daegu. I walked from Banwoldang Station and ate five bite-sized open sandwiches in the suggested order, with flavors building toward the truffle ricotta. Verdict: a neat, adorable little brunch course worth trying.
Donggok Jemyeon Daegu Dongseong-ro Main Branch is a handmade-noodle Korean restaurant in Jung-gu, Daegu. I tried the seafood chive pancake set, Hanwoo beef-bone kalguksu, yukgaejang kalguksu, and extra-concentrated chicken kalguksu. Verdict: a filling pick when you want kalguksu topped with half a chicken.
Matdongsam Beomeo Main Branch is a pork barbecue restaurant in Suseong, Daegu. I had five-layer pork belly and pork jowl with stir-fried kimchi and barley doenjang, plus a generous complimentary doenjang jjigae. Verdict: fresh pork and excellent accompaniments made this a very satisfying meal.
Hubaldae Daegu Jongno Branch is a Korean BBQ restaurant in Jung-gu, Daegu, serving fresh pork belly with potato wraps. I reserved for a late weekday dinner and enjoyed staff-grilled pork belly and special fried rice without waiting. Verdict: a delicious pick for pork and basil potato wraps in Jongno.
Galbijeong is a Korean BBQ restaurant in Dalseong, Daegu, serving grilled pork ribs and a large doenjang-jjigae set for lunch. The ₩32,000 set for two includes staff-grilled pork ribs, rice, and a hearty soybean paste stew. Verdict: Galbijeong makes for a relaxed, filling lunch without the grilling work.
Palette Hannam is a pastel-toned Western restaurant in Dongseong-ro, Jung-gu, Daegu. I tried its signature Palette Pasta, soft-cooked egg omurice, and cola. A lovely pick for a date or a get-together with friends.
Raichen Chilgok Branch is a Vietnamese restaurant in Buk-gu, Daegu. The ₩37,500 Two-Person Set A includes Hanoi-style pho, bún chả and bánh xèo, with the rich pho broth standing out. Verdict: Delicious food makes this a satisfying meal despite slightly disappointing service.
Mirim Yangjang Daegu is a Chinese-style bar in Gyodong, Jung-gu, Daegu. We ordered half a Peking duck, kkanpung shrimp, and Zero Cola, then wrapped the crisp duck skin and juicy meat in wheat pancakes. Verdict: a cozy spot for a seriously good Peking duck wrap.
Hands Coffee Dongchon Resort Branch is a large café in Dong-gu, Daegu, overlooking Dongchon Resort. I tried the blueberry cream cheese waffle, milk tea, and banana fresh fruit juice, then explored seating from the second floor to the rooftop. Verdict: a lovely date-stop for fresh waffles and a relaxing lake view.
Cafe Dongi Daemyeong Station Branch is a Korean restaurant in Nam-gu, Daegu, serving set meals and nuruk-aged tangsuyuk. We visited with our 52-day-old baby and appreciated the high chair, hand-washing area, children’s meal, and generous service bar. A comfortable, filling choice for a family Korean meal.
Saero Beauty is a beauty shop in Suseong, Daegu, offering lash lifts and brow perms together. After a natural lift suited to my hooded eyelids and a brow tidy-up, I felt made up even bare-faced. A comfortable, polished result I was completely happy with.
