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Cafés, restaurants and places in Gyeonggi, written by bloggers who went there.
The European Haenggung Main Branch is an Italian restaurant opposite Hwaseong Haenggung in Suwon, Gyeonggi. After the night opening, I ordered the 31,000 won steak burrata pizza and 32,000 won seafood tomato fresh pasta. A great dinner-date pairing with distinct meat and seafood flavors.
Ikkjujeokku is a Korean barbecue restaurant in Hanam, Gyeonggi, where diners can choose charcoal, griddle, or outdoor seating. I grilled pork belly and kimchi on the wide griddle, then finished with chilled mul-naengmyeon. Verdict: the griddle is an especially good match for kimchi pork belly fans.
Hongrad Mangpo Station Branch is a spacious, cozy café near Mangpo Station in Suwon, Gyeonggi. I tried a 6,000 won decaf Americano and a 7,500 won Hongrad Brownie while checking out solo seats with outlets, window tables, and sofas. Verdict: a café I want to revisit when I need to focus alone with coffee and dessert.
Ihwajeong Charcoal-Grilled Pork Galbi is a Korean BBQ restaurant in Pyeongtaek, Gyeonggi. I tried its signature marinated pork and beef rib meat, with the thick, tender pork neck and post-meal pear slush standing out. A satisfying pick for family meals or work dinners.
Gimcheongja Maeun Galbijjim Seohyeon Station Branch is a restaurant near Seohyeon Station in Seongnam, Gyeonggi, serving spicy braised pork ribs. The medium spice level with flat glass noodles was hotter than Shin Ramyun but milder than Buldak, with tender meat and a sweet-spicy sauce. Verdict: a satisfying spicy meal, especially with fried rice to finish.
King Kong Butcher Shop is a Korean beef and pork butcher shop in Homaesil-dong, Suwon. I bought 232 g of Korean beef brisket for my child’s birthday miyeokguk and a discounted ribeye cap. Verdict: the tender beef made even this beginner cook’s soup delicious.
Hwadegeuro Gan Godeungeo Siksa Branch is a wood-fired fish restaurant in Siksa-dong, Goyang, Gyeonggi, near Dongguk University Ilsan Hospital. We had grilled mackerel and stir-fried pork with pot rice, a bibimbap station, and a generous self-serve bar—especially memorable tteokbokki. Verdict: a spacious, family-friendly spot I would happily revisit.
Taejang Sikdang Suwon Station Branch is a frozen pork belly restaurant in Suwon, Gyeonggi, with 1990s–2000s music and retro décor. We ate three servings of frozen pork belly, mul naengmyeon, and Taejang fried rice with a generous spread of sides, though the aged kimchi was very sour. Verdict: a fun retro spot for pork belly and fried rice near Suwon Station.
Gimcheongja Maeun Galbijjim Seohyeon Station Branch is a spicy braised rib restaurant a one-minute walk from Seohyeon Station in Seongnam, Gyeonggi. The mild pork galbijjim for two came generously loaded with nearly boneless meat, rice cakes, glass noodles, steamed egg, and rice. A hearty pick when spicy ribs and a bowl of rice sound perfect.
Hanchon Seolleongtang Bucheon Kkachiul Station Branch is a Korean restaurant near Kkachiul Station in Bucheon, Gyeonggi. My husband chose rich doganitang while I had sweet-savory ttukbaegi bulgogi for a filling lunch. Verdict: a comforting choice for warm soup and hearty Korean food.
Mat Chandeul Wang Sogeum Gui Moran Branch is a Korean BBQ restaurant in Seongnam, Gyeonggi, near Moran Station. After swimming, the writer returned for tender staff-grilled pork belly, abundant side dishes, and hearty soybean paste stew. Verdict: a place to remember when you want perfectly cooked pork without grilling it yourself.
Daonjeong Shabu Son Kalguksu is a shabu-shabu and kalguksu restaurant in Wirye, Seongnam, Gyeonggi. The meal paired spicy shabu-shabu with minari and boiled pork, plus a crisp minari pancake, and the roomy table spacing and self-service bar were a highlight. Verdict: Daonjeong is a satisfying stop when kalguksu is calling.
