The area around Gwangmyeong Cheolsan Station can be considered a representative pottery commercial district. A central shopping district has formed around Cheolsan Station, and most of the surrounding areas are residential, with densely packed apartments, making it one of the prime commercial districts. Thanks to this, you can find various restaurants, cafes, general stores, and academies in the vicinity.
“Dakgalbi Specialist: Yoogane Dakgalbi”
Yoogane Dakgalbi is a representative dakgalbi franchise restaurant that can be found all over Korea. It gained significant popularity when it appeared as a product placement in the drama “Misaeng,” and it holds memories of scenes where “Yoogane Dakgalbi” was featured in work-related gatherings.
“Gwangmyeong Cheolsan Station: Yoogane Dakgalbi”
You can also find Yoogane Dakgalbi in the vicinity of Gwangmyeong Cheolsan Station. It’s located close to Exit 1 of Cheolsan Station on Subway Line 7. However, it’s relatively located at the end of the commercial district, making it somewhat challenging to find. It’s situated on the second floor of a building, so it’s relatively inconspicuous.
“A Clean Atmosphere with a Youthful Feel”
Yoogane Cheolsan branch was originally located elsewhere. It seems they relocated the store and renovated it, transforming it into a place with a clean atmosphere and a youthful vibe.
The menu includes dakgalbi dishes that can be found at Yoogane, as well as other items like fried rice. The menu is as follows (please note that the prices are based on 2021 and may have increased slightly since then).
“Dakgalbi”
- Yoogane Dakgalbi: KRW 8,500
- Corn Cheese Dakgalbi: KRW 10,000
- Half and Half Dakgalbi: (For 2) KRW 22,000, (For 3) KRW 30,000
- Cheese Pong Dakgalbi: (For 2) KRW 22,000, (For 3) KRW 31,000
- Rose Dakgalbi: (For 2) KRW 22,000, (For 3) KRW 30,000
- Charcoal-grilled Dakgalbi: KRW 10,000
- Nakji Dakgalbi: KRW 9,500
- Jjuk Dakgalbi: KRW 9,500
- Miso Honey Dakgalbi: KRW 9,500
- Original Green Onion Dakgalbi: KRW 9,000
“Fried Rice”
- Dakgalbi Iron Plate Fried Rice: KRW 6,000
- Chicken Vegetable Iron Plate Fried Rice: KRW 5,500
- Seafood Iron Plate Fried Rice: KRW 5,500
- Miso Honey Iron Plate Fried Rice (Shrimp & Corn): KRW 5,500
“Additional Sides”
- Assorted Sides: KRW 4,000
- Mozzarella Cheese: KRW 2,000
- Rice: KRW 1,000
- Ramen Side: KRW 2,000
- Jjolmyeon Side: KRW 2,000
- Udon Noodles Side: KRW 2,000
- Tteokbokki Rice Cake: KRW 2,000
- Cheese Rice Cake: KRW 2,000
- Sweet Potato Rice Cake: KRW 2,000
- Fried Rice: KRW 2,000
- Flying Fish Roe Fried Rice: KRW 3,000
- Large Fried Rice: KRW 2,000
- Flying Fish Roe Wrap: KRW 3,000
- Flying Fish Roe: KRW 2,000
“Special Menu”
- Large Serving of Makguksu Noodles: KRW 10,000
- Cold Buckwheat Noodles: KRW 6,000
- Bibim Makguksu Noodles: KRW 6,000
- Huruluk Tteokbokki: KRW 5,000
- Cheese Tteokbokki: KRW 6,000
- Cheese Rabokki: KRW 6,000
- Cold Jjolmyeon Noodles: KRW 5,000
- Bibim Jjolmyeon Noodles: KRW 5,000
- Fish Cake Soup: KRW 6,000
- Spam Rice Ball: KRW 4,000
- Nurungji: KRW 4,000
- Steamed Egg: KRW 3,000
“Yoogane Dakgalbi: KRW 8,500”
This time, we ordered the representative menu item, Yoogane Dakgalbi. It was available for KRW 8,500 for one serving and KRW 17,000 for two servings.
First, we enjoyed the dakgalbi, and for the finishing touch, we had the fried rice. After having both the dakgalbi and fried rice, we were able to have a satisfying meal.
“A Self-Service Bar in the Store”
Having a self-service bar allows you to take additional vegetables and more for free, which is an advantage.
It’s a good restaurant to visit for a casual meal when you’re in the mood for dakgalbi. It’s also a great place to have a meal with friends.
“Gwangmyeong Cheolsan Station Dakgalbi Specialist, Yoogane Dakgalbi”
- Address: 23 Domoa Building, Digital-ro 33beon-gil, Gwangmyeong-si, Gyeonggi-do, 14239, South Korea
- Phone: 02-2612-8734
- Operating Hours: 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM
- Website: https://www.yoogane.co.kr/intro/main/main.html