[Seoul/DDP] The Ultimate K-Noodle Comfort Food: Hand-Torn Soup & Kalguksu

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Kalguksu (칼국수) 📌 Table of Contents 1. Quick Overview 2. Location & Contact 3. Opening Hours 4. Signature Menu & Prices 5. Honest Review & Local Verdict 6. Nearby Attractions 7. Ratings 8. Maps If you are exploring DDP, Sindang-dong, or Dongdaemun and want a bowl of true Korean comfort food, Ildeung Sujebi is a small local restaurant worth adding to your Seoul food list. This cozy noodle spot serves sujebi , a Korean hand-torn dough soup, and kalguksu , knife-cut noodle soup. It is simple, warm, filling, and exactly the kind of meal locals crave when they want something comforting. 📌 Quick Overview Restaurant Name Ildeung Sujebi (일등수제비) Cuisine Traditional Korean Noodle Soup (Kalguksu & Sujebi) Location Near DDP & Sindang Station, Seoul Vibe Authentic, Retro, Local Heritage (Nopo)   Outside the restaurant   Inside the restaurant   Inside the restaurant #2 🗺️ Location & Contact Address 15-1 Toegye...

[Hongcheon, Gangwon] makguksu (Korean buckwheat noodles) local Korean cuisine - 시골막국수(Sigol Makguksu)

 

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A cozy traditional restaurant in Hongcheon known for its rich perilla oil makguksu and homemade potato dishes.

If you are traveling in Hongcheon, Gangwon Province and want to experience authentic local Korean cuisine, 시골막국수(Sigol Makguksu) is a charming restaurant worth visiting.

This restaurant specializes in makguksu (Korean buckwheat noodles) and traditional dishes made with Gangwon-do potatoes, one of the region's most famous ingredients.

The restaurant itself is especially unique because it was created by renovating an old traditional boarding house in a Korean hanok-style building. The warm and quiet atmosphere makes visitors feel as if they are dining in a countryside home.

Another appealing point is that all dishes are prepared fresh after ordering, which helps preserve the natural flavors of the ingredients. Many visitors say the food tastes mild, clean, and not overly spicy, making it comfortable for both locals and international travelers.

Restaurant Information
Name
시골막국수 (Sigol Makguksu)

Address
9 Sanghwagye 3-gil, Bukbang-myeon, Hongcheon-gun, Gangwon-do, South Korea

Phone
033-434-4313
Signature Menu
메밀 콩국수 (Buckwheat Noodles in Soybean Soup with Ground Peanuts)

감자전 (Korean Potato Pancake)
감자전 (Korean Potato Pancake)

모두부 (Fresh Homemade Tofu)
모두부 (Fresh Homemade Tofu)

감자 옹심이 (Potato Dumpling Soup)
감자 옹심이 (Potato Dumpling Soup)

메밀 막국수 (Buckwheat Makguksu)
메밀 막국수 (Buckwheat Makguksu)

회 막국수 (Makguksu with Raw Fish)
회 막국수 (Makguksu with Raw Fish)
Why This Restaurant is Special
Traditional Hanok Atmosphere
The restaurant is located in a renovated traditional boarding house, creating a peaceful and cozy countryside dining experience.

Freshly Cooked After Ordering
Every dish is prepared only after customers place an order, ensuring freshness and better flavor.

Gangwon-do Potato Dishes
The restaurant uses locally famous Gangwon potatoes to create popular dishes such as potato dumpling soup and potato pancakes.

Highly Praised Homemade Tofu
The modubu (fresh tofu) receives many positive reviews for its soft texture and rich soybean flavor.

Mild and Clean Taste
Many visitors say the food is not overly spicy or salty, making it easy for international travelers to enjoy Korean cuisine.
Opening Hours
11:00 – 18:30
Break Time: 15:00 – 17:00
Closed on Thursdays
Parking
  • Parking spaces are available in front of the restaurant
  • Additional parking is possible along nearby streets and alleys
Ratings
  • Kakao Map: 4.5 / 5
  • Google Maps: 4.2 / 5
Map & Location
Tips for Foreign Visitors
Makguksu is a traditional Korean cold noodle dish made with buckwheat noodles. It is especially famous in the Gangwon region. One interesting feature of this restaurant is the use of perilla oil (deulgireum), which gives the noodles a rich, nutty aroma that many Korean food lovers enjoy. If you want to experience authentic regional cuisine from Gangwon-do, this restaurant offers a calm atmosphere and delicious traditional flavors.

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