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Cafés, restaurants and places in Ulsan, written by bloggers who went there.
Ulsan Daewangam Dol Jjamppong is a Chinese restaurant in Dong-gu, Ulsan, serving jjambbong and jjajang on hot stone plates. We ordered stone jjambbong, the 2-person handmade pork-and-chicken tangsuyuk, and yuni jjajang, finishing the noodles, bean sprouts, green onion kimchi, and scorched rice. Verdict: a place I’d happily revisit for a different kind of jjambbong and jjajang.
Boksan Haejang Nam-gu Sinjeong Branch is a Korean restaurant in Nam-gu, Ulsan. Its haejang kalguksu came with both noodles and rice, while the yukhoe bibimbap had fresh, springy beef and well-balanced seasoning. Verdict: a satisfying choice for a hearty lunch.
MUG (카페 먹) is a large café in Ulju, Ulsan, with outdoor grass, a fountain, and a wide selection of breads and desserts. The family enjoyed bug-catching outdoors, lemon slushies, coffee, and desserts during a weekend outing. Verdict: a satisfying stop for a family day out with dessert.
Ulsan Daewangam Dol Jjamppong is a Chinese restaurant near Daewangam Park and Ilsan Beach in Dong-gu, Ulsan. We tried level-2 whole-squid stone jajangmyeon and the handmade pork-and-chicken tangsuyuk set; the portions were generous and the stone platter kept everything hot. Verdict: choose a higher spice level if you prefer savory heat over sweeter black bean sauce.
Samsam Milmyeon Main Branch is a milmyeon restaurant near the Ulsan Intercity Bus Terminal in Nam-gu, Ulsan. We ordered extra-large mul milmyeon, extra-large bibim milmyeon, and dumplings, and loved the rich warm broth and cucumber-filled noodles. Verdict: Delicious, but think twice before ordering two extra-large bowls plus dumplings!
Boksan Haejang Nam-gu Sinjeong Branch is a Korean restaurant in Nam-gu, Ulsan, serving haejangguk, yukhoe bibimbap, and pork bulgogi. With parking, high chairs, and roomy tables, Boksan Haejang Nam-gu Sinjeong Branch made for an easy family lunch. Verdict: a satisfying, unfussy meal I want to have again.
MUG is a large bakery café in Ulju, Ulsan, set among forest views in a striking charcoal-wood building. I visited with my baby, used the nursing room, explored the pond terrace, and tried a cinnamon roll and the black lemon smoothie. Verdict: a relaxing stop for a family or pet-friendly weekend outing.
Samsam Milmyeon Main Branch is a milmyeon restaurant in Nam-gu, Ulsan, near Ulsan Terminal. I paired cold, chewy mul milmyeon with mild, warm dumplings and enjoyed refills of the warm broth. Verdict: a satisfying stop when you are craving a cool bowl of noodles.
MUG is a large café in Ulju, Ulsan, with mountain views and a water-feature area. Four of us shared breads, avocado smoothies, and ades while enjoying the window scenery and sunset. Verdict: MUG is a lovely stop for a relaxed chat after a drive.
Boksan Haejang Nam-gu Sinjeong Branch is a Korean restaurant in Nam-gu, Ulsan, serving haejangguk, yukhoe bibimbap, and pork bulgogi. On a suddenly chilly travel day, the refreshing soup and exceptionally tender meat stood out, while the yukhoe bibimbap was nutty even without sauce. Boksan Haejang is a filling lunch stop for meat dishes.
MUG (카페 먹) is a bakery café in Ulju, Ulsan. On a drive, I tried its lemon smoothie, 100% organic Hadong matcha latte, strawberry preserve latte, lemon cream cheese cinnamon roll, and Lamington cake. MUG is a calm place for sweet bakes and drinks among greenery.
Sut Tori Ulsan Samsan Branch is a Japanese-style izakaya in Samsan-dong, Ulsan. We stopped by for a second round and ordered the Yakitori Assortment 7P, keeping each skewer warm over the brazier. Verdict: a satisfying spot for its atmosphere, flavor, and thoughtful service.
