[Haenghwachon] A Legendary Chinese Restaurant (Especially the Jjajangmyeon)

Located right in the heart of Myeong-dong, Jung-gu, Seoul, this is a Chinese restaurant where calling it “perfect” doesn’t feel like an exaggeration. It’s not a place that does just one or two dishes well—fried items, sauces, and thick-starch dishes are all consistently solid here. If you’re heading to Myeong-dong, this is absolutely worth putting on your must-visit list.

The first dish introduced was Gasang Dubu. The name suggests a “home-style tofu dish you might often eat at home,” and it’s exactly that vibe—crispy fried tofu paired with assorted vegetables, finished with a sweet and savory sauce. It’s not the kind of dish that strongly divides opinions, so it’s easy for anyone to enjoy. And because this restaurant nails the seasoning so cleanly, it’s a great choice as your first order.

Next up is Kkanpung Shrimp. For this dish, the keys are a crunchy fry and a well-balanced sauce, and this place delivers on both. It might be hard to claim it’s the best in the world, but it’s the kind of shrimp dish that makes you feel like there’s nothing more you could ask for—that’s how satisfying it is.

The third dish is Crab Meat Yusansul—a thick, glossy stir-fry made with crab meat, seafood, and vegetables. It’s so good you can’t help but be impressed, and it’s introduced as a must-order if you visit. One quick tip: add a tiny drizzle of chili oil on top—the flavor becomes even more vibrant.

Laziji is also strongly recommended. The meat itself is delicious, but what really completes the dish is the combination of mushrooms and vegetables mixed in—so good you’ll likely finish the plate completely. It’s not just “great meat”; the sides are perfectly in sync too.

And then, the classic grand finale of a Chinese meal: Jjajangmyeon. This place’s version is confidently described as “the ultimate destination for jjajangmyeon.” In fact, according to singer Sung Si-kyung, it was the best jjajangmyeon he’s ever had. At that point, what else is there to say? Don’t just read about it—if you can, go and try it yourself. ⭐️

Chinese restaurants often specialize—some excel at fried dishes, others at sauces and starch-based stir-fries. But this place is praised as an all-rounder that seems to do everything well. It’s more than “I’ll stop by if I’m in Myeong-dong”—it’s the kind of restaurant that gives you a reason to go to Myeong-dong just for this.