5 Centennial Restaurants in Gyeonggi You Need to Visit
- A 100-year tradition simmered in a cast-iron pot — Anseong 'Anilok'
- Three generations of Okcheon-style naengmyeon — Yangpyeong 'Okcheon Myeonok'
- Anseong seafood jjim standout — Gyeonggi Anseong 'Gungjung Haemultang'
- 60 years of seolleongtang tradition — Gunpo 'Gunpo Sikdang'
- Sushi honored as a century-old shop — Goyang 'Hwajeong Matjip MinCook Dasima'
Restaurants that have remained in the same spot for decades naturally collect stories. When diners return with their kids and grandkids in tow, it’s proof of consistent flavor and trust. These places rely on hands-on techniques that shrug off trends, and the meals that families remember across generations become more than just dinner. As the years pass, the depth of flavor only grows — and that’s the biggest part of the appeal. Here are five century-worthy spots in Gyeonggi where you can taste the region’s charm.
A 100-year tradition simmered in a cast-iron pot — Anseong 'Anilok'
Anseong’s seolleongtang spot 'Anilok' started with a single iron cauldron in the Anseong market in 1920 and has been serving up hearty bowls for a century. Their method is simple and obsessive: the broth simmers in a heavy pot for more than 18 hours. That time and care yield a clean, deeply savory broth that never disappoints. No artificial seasonings or additives — just quality ingredients and old-school patience. The result is a restorative bowl that feels like comfort and nourishment in one.
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20 Jungang-ro 411beon-gil, Anseong-si, Gyeonggi Province
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Daily 8:00 AM–9:00 PM (break 3:00–5:00 PM / last order 8:00 PM)
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Hanwoo Special Beef Soup 29,000 KRW (≈ $22) / Seolleongtang 11,000 KRW (≈ $8) / Hanwoo Head Meat Soup 15,000 KRW (≈ $11)
Three generations of Okcheon-style naengmyeon — Yangpyeong 'Okcheon Myeonok'
'Okcheon Myeonok' in Yangpyeong has been serving Pyongyang-style naengmyeon for three generations. The broth is mild and refreshing, the noodles perfectly chewy — classic, restrained flavor. But don’t skip the sides: thinly sliced boiled pork (pyeonyuk), bindaetteok (mung bean pancakes), and pork meatballs make the meal. The half-and-half menu lets you mix two items, and there’s even a three-way option so you can sample the savory meatballs, the light bindaetteok, and the tender pyeonyuk all at once. It’s a smart, satisfying way to taste the house favorites.
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▲Location
13 Okcheon-gil, Okcheon-myeon, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi Province
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Daily 9:30 AM–8:30 PM (last order 8:00 PM)
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▲Price
Mul Naengmyeon 11,000 KRW (≈ $8) / Bibim Naengmyeon 11,000 KRW (≈ $8) / Meatballs 22,000 KRW (≈ $17)
Anseong's seafood jjim standout — Gyeonggi Anseong 'Gungjung Haemultang'
This place is known for generous portions of fresh, expertly seasoned seafood jjim. They source seafood themselves, so the natural sweetness and clean flavors of the ingredients really shine through. It’s the kind of meal that feels celebratory without being fussy.
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673 Manse-ro, Yangseong-myeon, Anseong-si, Gyeonggi Province
- ✔Hours
Daily 11:00 AM–8:50 PM, closed Tuesdays
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Seafood Stew (small) 44,000 KRW (≈ $33) / Monkfish Jjim (small) 38,000 KRW (≈ $29) / Abalone Hot Pot 15,000 KRW (≈ $11)
60 years of seolleongtang tradition — Gunpo 'Gunpo Sikdang'
Gunpo’s 'Gunpo Sikdang' has preserved its signature seolleongtang through multiple generations. The current owner — the daughter who took over from her mother — keeps a close eye on the broth to make sure the taste never drifts. They use a traditional pouring method that results in a deep, comforting broth reflecting the shop’s 60-year history. The meat is tender to the point of disappearing on the tongue, and the jarred kimchi and kkakdugi served alongside are perfect partners. If you crave the kind of seolleongtang depth you can’t get from a chain, this is your spot.
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6 Gunpo-ro 556beon-gil, Gunpo-si, Gyeonggi Province
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Mon–Sat 8:00 AM–9:00 PM / Closed Sundays
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Hanwoo Brisket Seolleongtang 13,000 KRW (≈ $10) / Hanwoo Brisket Boiled (Large) 49,000 KRW (≈ $37)
Sushi honored as a century-old shop — Goyang 'Hwajeong Matjip MinCook Dasima'
'Hwajeong Matjip MinCook Dasima' in Goyang prides itself on refusing to compromise on ingredients. Since 2001, it’s been a leading name in Japanese-style cuisine in the city. They store rice milled within five days in a dedicated aging cooler, cook it with Jeju Samdasoo water, and prepare sushi fresh each morning so the rice and toppings harmonize perfectly. Their thick Jeju black pork tonkatsu is tender and popular — pairing tonkatsu with sushi makes for a hearty, well-rounded meal.
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✔Location
37 Hwasein-ro 260beon-gil, Deogyang-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi Province
✔Hours
Daily 10:00 AM–9:30 PM / Break 3:00–5:00 PM / Closed Sundays
✔Price
Sushi Set 25,500 KRW (≈ $19) / Mincook Set 35,500 KRW (≈ $27) / Special Assorted Sushi 22,000 KRW (≈ $17)
