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Cafés, restaurants and places in Daejeon, written by bloggers who went there.
Worang Myeongga Daejeon Doan Branch is a Korean beef barbecue restaurant in Doan-dong, Daejeon. We grilled 258 g of 1++(8) flower rib meat medium-rare in a private room and enjoyed plentiful table settings, including beef sashimi and marinated raw crab. Verdict: a satisfying choice for juicy Korean beef and generous accompaniments.
Plate is an Italian restaurant in Seonhwa-dong, Jung-gu, Daejeon. I chose fresh pappardelle for the abalone and crab tomalley cream pasta in the ₩37,900 steak set, and the chewy noodles and rich cream sauce were especially good. Verdict: a lovely date-night spot for sharing a variety of dishes.
Hwadeogeuro Gan Godeungeo Sintanjin Branch is a grilled mackerel restaurant in Daedeok, Daejeon. With moist oven-grilled fish, a varied self-serve bar, stroller-friendly seating, and a view, it makes a satisfying meal before Sintanjin IC.
Jeonbotdae Sutbul Ogyeop is a pork barbecue restaurant in Yongun-dong, Dong-gu, Daejeon. I tried a geun (600 g) set of pork belly and pork neck, doenjang sajangbap, and soybean paste stew, including its unusual seaweed, pollock roe mayo, and pickled chili pairing. Verdict: the juicy pork belly and distinctive accompaniments were the standouts.
Jokbo is a neighborhood jokbal restaurant in Wolpyeong-dong, Seo-gu, Daejeon. I ordered the Bul ON Small, with chewy warm jokbal and spicy fire jokbal, plus neatly prepared side dishes, for 42,000 won. Verdict: a generously portioned dinner-and-drinks spot for two, though parking takes some planning.
Uhwa Gopchang is a gopchang restaurant in Dunsan-dong, Seo-gu, Daejeon, with outdoor street-side tables. We had the Uhwa assorted platter, beef intestines, and flying-fish-roe fried rice while the staff cooked everything for us. Verdict: a great spot for gopchang and soju on a nice day.
Plate Dunsan Branch is an Italian restaurant in Dunsan-dong, Seo-gu, Daejeon. I chose my own pasta shapes for the Classic Meatball Bolognese and Creamy Rosé Pasta in its calm dining space. Verdict: an easygoing choice for a pasta date.
Luonto Sutonggol Branch is a large multi-level café with outdoor domes in Yuseong, Daejeon. After a drive through Sutonggol, I had Sangha Farm ice cream, an iced Americano, and peach iced tea—but the chimney bread was sold out. Verdict: a lovely place to linger and take photos on a nice day.
Worang Myeongga Daejeon Yuseong Main Branch is a Korean beef barbecue restaurant in Yuseong, Daejeon. The assorted Hanwoo beef was fresh and tender, with a self-service bar for vegetables, fruit, ice cream, and espresso. Verdict: a comfortable pick for a family meal or group gathering.
Macheonchwi is a Chinese restaurant in Mannyeon-dong, Seo-gu, Daejeon. Three of us ordered the Modern Simple Set for 18,000 won per person, with yusanseul, chili jumbo shrimp, Beijing sweet-and-sour pork, jajangmyeon or jjamppong, and dessert. Verdict: a refined, great-value set meal I would happily return for.
Boksakkot Pineun Jip is a restaurant in Yuseong, Daejeon, serving fire-grilled webfoot octopus, pizza, and café desserts after the meal. We had the 2-person Jjuchipa and a premium rice ball, and loved the spicy smoky flavor, cheese, pasta, and generous spread. Verdict: a filling choice for families, groups, or a date.
Mullae Hanjan Solo Drinking Bar is a social bar in Yuseong, Daejeon, where I visited with companions for a whiskey highball, Midori Sour, and Hibiki. The music, games, and chance to mingle stood out, though non-groups were seated directly beside strangers and there was a late-night wait when I visited.
