Gangdongwon (강동원)
Chinese Seoul Mapo-gu
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Kim Jjamppong’s reviewHighly recommended
“An oily gan-jjajang that feels like the standard, but there's a wait”
- Gan-jjajang (dry-style black bean noodles)BestA textbook gan-jjajang where the oiliness is the kicker
- Be ready to wait
- Tips
- Go prepared to wait
Jaeseonrang’s reviewHighly recommended
“Ganjjajang fried to order and smoky jjamppong are great”
- Ganjjajang (stir-fried black bean noodles)BestStir-fried right when you order
- Jjamppong (spicy seafood noodle soup)Deep smoky wok aroma comes through
- Ansim Tangsuyuk (sweet-and-sour pork tenderloin)Amazing texture
- Ganjjajang ₩9,500
Jaeseonrang’s reviewHighly recommended
“The black pepper pork rice bowl and tangsuyuk are outstanding, worth queuing for”
- Black pepper pork rice bowl (Heukhuchu dwaeji-deopbap)BestPeppery kick, wok-fire flavor, and tender pork
- Jjamppong (spicy seafood noodle soup)The rich meat broth goes well with the onions
- Tangsuyuk (sweet and sour pork)Crispy sauce coating and thick meat
- Gan-jjajang ₩9,500
- Waitlist system; sign up and wait in line
- Would return
- Said it's worth coming just for this one dish
- Tips
- Gan-jjajang is stir-fried to order
Kim Jjamppong’s reviewHighly recommended
“Gan-jjajang has a rich body, and the tangsuyuk has a fresh texture”
- Gan-jjajang (dry-fried black bean noodles)BestDry, rich body, the best gan-jjajang
- Ansim Tangsuyuk (sweet and sour pork tenderloin)Lemon-scented sauce, a different texture from the usual
- Gan-jjajang ₩9,500
- There is a wait on weekdays
- Atmosphere
- Small space, you can also eat on the 2nd floor
- Tips
- Try the signature combo of tangsuyuk and gan-jjajang
Kim Sawon’s reviewHighly recommended
“The Eohyang Donggo and pork Jjamppong show real skill and excellent cooking”
- Eohyang Donggo (fish-fragrant stuffed shiitake mushrooms)BestMinced shrimp between shiitake mushrooms, crispy and surprisingly delicious
- Gogi Jjamppong (spicy pork noodle soup)Full of smoky wok aroma, lots of meat and a truly rich broth
- Dalkom Tangsuyuk (sweet crispy fried pork)Big pieces of meat with a thin, crispy batter
- Atmosphere
- Outdoor tables are packed when the weather is cool
- Good for
- Drinks with friends, a Hangang outing course
- Tips
- Be sure to order the Eohyang Donggo
- There are only a few pieces, so grab them quickly
- Follow the meal with a walk in Hangang Park
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