If you visit Cheorwon Hantan River Columnar Joints, I recommend having a meal at “Gaeseong Grandma Traditional Yukgaejang.” Cheorwon Hantan River Columnar Joints are closed on Tuesdays, and “Gaeseong Grandma Traditional Yukgaejang” is closed on Mondays.
Mushroom Yukgaejang
Visited on December 25, 2025, Christmas Day
It was my first visit to “Gaeseong Grandma Traditional Yukgaejang.” I ordered the mushroom yukgaejang. At this restaurant, you need to choose the spiciness level: mild, regular, slightly spicy, or spicy. I chose regular, and it suited my taste. The price for the mushroom yukgaejang is 10,000 KRW. The large size is 13,000 KRW. I’m curious what the difference is for the extra 3,000 KRW.
After picking out all the solid ingredients from the mushroom yukgaejang, only a little broth was left. I didn’t drink the remaining broth, and even if I visit again, I probably won’t. For my taste, it’s spicy enough.
I didn’t just eat there; I also ordered takeout of the mushroom yukgaejang and mushroom hot pot bulgogi to eat at home. I prefer the mushroom yukgaejang over the mushroom hot pot bulgogi.
Location and Parking of “Gaeseong Grandma Traditional Yukgaejang”
The restaurant sign of “Gaeseong Grandma Traditional Yukgaejang” says “Yukgaejang Story.” I’m not sure what history it has.
You can park in front of the restaurant. There is plenty of parking space.
The street address is 53-3 Galmal-ro, Galmal-eup, Cheorwon-gun, Gangwon-do, South Korea.