A Culinary Tour of the Original Flavors of Incheon Open Port — From Jajangmyeon to Dakgangjeong
Since this is a walking course connecting Chinatown, Sinpo Market, and Dongincheon, it is convenient to start at Incheon Station on Line 1. Famous Chinese restaurants in Chinatown, such as Gonghwachun and Mandabok, have long wait times during weekend lunches, so it is recommended to enter before 11 AM. For the Dakgangjeong at Sinpo Market, the lines for takeout and dining in are separate, so be sure to check before standing in line. The portions at Hwapyeong-dong Naengmyeon are basin-sized, so the regular size is sufficient.
Gonghwachun
공화춘
Mandabok
만다복
Sinpo International Market
신포국제시장
Hwapyeong-dong Naengmyeon Street
화평동 냉면거리
Dongincheon Spanish Mackerel Street
동인천 삼치거리
Gonghwachun
공화춘
A representative Chinese restaurant in Chinatown often mentioned alongside the history of Jajangmyeon. The old-fashioned Jajangmyeon and Uni Jajangmyeon are popular, and it is safe to run in on weekends.
Mandabok
만다복
A Chinese restaurant in Chinatown famous for its Baeknyeon Jjajang. The White Jjajang (Baeknyeon Jjajang) is the signature dish, and it is fun to compare it with Gonghwachun.
Sinpo International Market
신포국제시장
A market famous as the birthplace of Dakgangjeong. Spicy is the default flavor, so those who can't handle spice should choose the mild one, and the line for takeout is faster than the line to eat in.
Hwapyeong-dong Naengmyeon Street
화평동 냉면거리
The King Naengmyeon Alley, known as the "washbasin-sized" cold noodles. The standard portion is so large that there is no such thing as an extra-large serving, so do not overdo it by ordering more.
Dongincheon Spanish Mackerel Street
동인천 삼치거리
An alley where grilled Spanish mackerel cooked over briquettes and a glass of makgeolli are the official combination. Competition for seats is fierce after the evening rush hour.
