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Cafés, restaurants and places in Gyeonggi, written by bloggers who went there.
Mirim Yangjang Time Villas Suwon Branch is a Chinese restaurant at Time Villas Suwon near Suwon Station, Gyeonggi. I tried its Peking duck set with crispy duck, mildly spicy jjamppong, and fried rice topped with a fried egg. Verdict: a satisfying choice for a Chinese meal that feels a little different.
Guil Baeksuk Haengju Fortress Branch is a Korean restaurant in Haengjusanseong, Goyang, Gyeonggi. We had a ₩45,000 half duck baeksuk with boneless boiled duck, duck bone-broth herbal soup, sticky rice, house-made kimchi, and bellflower-root salad. Verdict: a restorative feast I want to return for.
Mirinae Magic Theater Magic & Joy Gwanggyo is a family magic show in Suwon, Gyeonggi. In its 60-seat theater, we watched dove and balloon tricks up close while our child joined the stage experience and photo time. A great pick for families who enjoy taking part in the magic.
Songrim Bok Jangeo is an all-you-can-eat freshwater eel and barbecue restaurant in Saesol-dong, Hwaseong. I ordered the adult all-you-can-eat set for two and alternated eel, pork belly, and duck neck meat for a varied meal. Verdict: a practical pick for a family meal or group gathering with easy parking.
Cheongnyuok is a Korean restaurant and butcher shop on Banwol Island in Ansan, Gyeonggi. We had galbitang and royal bulgogi hot pot with the kids, with partitioned seating, high chairs, and tablet ordering making the meal easier; the galbitang was spicier than expected, but the hot pot went down well with everyone. A comfortable choice for family meals or group gatherings.
Dotorigol Yangpyeong Garden Cafe is a garden café in Yangpyeong, Gyeonggi, with a spacious outdoor garden and pond. My family shared shaved ice and drinks while taking in the pet-friendly seating and second-floor window views. Verdict: A lovely place to revisit for a walk and a rest in nature.
Suyori Sikdang is a Japanese omakase restaurant in Pangyo, Seongnam, Gyeonggi. The 45,000 won lunch course moves from uni-cream flounder and miso sea bream to sushi, kaisendon, tempura, futomaki, and udon. A great choice for a special lunch with plenty of changing flavors.
Esthetia Gwanggyo 1st Branch is a skin and body-care studio in Gwanggyo, Suwon. After a consultation for sensitive skin, I tried its Head & Neck treatment from the scalp to the face line with very little discomfort. Verdict: a reassuring option to consult first if strong contouring treatments feel daunting.
Boulangerie Tan, Hyundai Department Store KINTEX is a bakery on B1 of Hyundai Department Store KINTEX in Goyang, Gyeonggi. I stopped by during the closing sale for salt bread and sun-dried tomato and jambon fromage sandwiches, all generously filled. Verdict: Definitely grab the three-salt-bread promotion if you love salt bread.
Jin 1926 Dasan Branch is a lamb restaurant near Dasan Station in Namyangju, Gyeonggi. We had two servings of lamb ribs with spicy jjamppong and stir-fried mung bean sprouts in its calm, polished dining room. Verdict: a lovely pick for lamb ribs with a warming bowl of jjamppong.
Katsu Shokudo Pangyo Main Branch is a tonkatsu restaurant in Seongnam, Gyeonggi. On a weekend lunch visit, we had hire katsu and mozzarella cheese katsu with the included curry. Verdict: a great pick for a solo meal or easy tonkatsu lunch in Pangyo.
Susan Jang is a small seafood bar near Ansan Culture Square in Gojan-dong, Ansan, Gyeonggi. I had raw shrimp sashimi, a mini assorted seafood platter, kushikatsu, and ramen with two eggs, with the butter-grilled shrimp heads standing out most. Verdict: arrive early on weekend evenings for fresh seafood and drinks.
