Sindo Kalguksu Main Store (신도칼국수 본점)

3.0Km 2024-12-24

대전광역시 동구 대전로825번길 11
042-253-6799

Established in 1961, this restaurant is still regarded as one of the best places for kalguksu in the Daejeon area. The broth, made from beef bones and anchovies, is enriched with perilla seed powder, creating a rich and nutty flavor. For the full experience, try pairing it with suyuk (boiled pork slices) or dubu duruchigi (stir-fried bean crud).

Samdaejjae Jeontong Kalguksu (삼대째전통칼국수)

3.0Km 2024-02-15

13 Daejeon-ro 825beon-gil, Dong-gu, Daejeon

Samdaejjae Jeontong Kalguksu is a restaurant located near Daejeon Station, specializing in kalguksu (noodle soup). The menu consists of kalguksu and suyuk (boiled pork slices), with a seasonal addition of kongguksu (noodles in cold soybean soup) during the summer. The kalguksu at this restaurant is characterized by its rich and hearty broth, made from a Korean beef bone base that is simmered for an extended period. Known for its affordable prices, the restaurant enjoys a loyal following among its customers.

Daecheongho Obaengni (500-ri) Road (대청호오백리길)

3.1Km 2021-06-04

34, Cheongaedong-ro, Dong-gu, Daejeon
+82-42-273-5550

Daecheongho Obaengni (500-ri) Road is a 220 kilometer walking path passing through the Daejeon (Dong-gu, Daedeok-gu) and Chungcheongbuk-do (Cheongwon, Okcheon, Boeun) areas. The road passes Daecheongho Lake, small streams, trekking roads, a forest trail, an old path, and much more. The "obaengni" (500-ri) from the name of the road comes from the distance from Seoul or Busan to Daecheongho Lake, which is 500-ri.

Several mountains at an altitude of 200-300 meters and lots of greenery surround Daecheongho Lake. The area also has a date course, a meditation course, a trekking course, a family trip course to experience rural culture and cultural exploration, a bike course and other themed courses. The road was awarded an Asian Townscape Award by the UN-Habitat Program.

Near the road are tourism attractions like the Daecheong Dam Water Culture Center, Daecheongho Sculpture Park, Daecheongho Art Museum, Daecheongho Natural Ecology Center and others. In addition, there are historic cultural tourism spots like Cheongwon Cheongnamdae, Munui Cultural Properities Site, Boeun Songnisan Mountain, Okcheon Dujunbong Peak, and the birthplace of Jeong Jiyong and Yuk Yeongsu.

Daejeon Jungang Market (대전 중앙시장)

3.1Km 2025-01-06

783, Daejeon-ro, Dong-gu, Daejeon
+82-2-226-0319

Daejeon Jungang Market is a large comprehensive market consisting of many smaller markets including the Jungang Comprehensive Market, Jungang Arcade Market, Jayu Wholesale Market, New Jungang Market, and Jungang Wholesale Market. Daejeon Jungang Market is located in downtown Dong-gu and is one of the most famous traditional markets in the city. The market has many different sections (dried seafood street, hardware street, fish street, herbal medicine street, hanbok street, delicacy street, etc.) which stretch all the way from Daejeon Station to the banks of the Daejeoncheon Stream.

OC Kalguksu (오씨칼국수)

3.1Km 2024-12-02

1F, 13 Yetsintanjin-ro, Dong-gu, Daejeon

This is a specialty kalguksu restaurant known for its broth made with surf clams. When you order the mulchong, or dongjuk jogaetang (surf clam soup), you’ll be surprised by the generous amount of clams piled above the pot. The broth, made with anchovies and surf clams, is spiced to enhance its flavor, making it more flavorful and less plain.

Kkumdori House (꿈돌이 하우스)

3.1Km 2025-02-04

3 Jungang-ro 203beon-gil, Dong-gu, Daejeon

Located near Daejeon Station, Kkumdori House promotes the city's tourist attractions and sells souvenirs. The first floor offers a variety of merchandise featuring "The Kkum Family," the symbol of Daejeon. On the second floor, visitors can enjoy a VR drive through Daejeon. The third floor showcases photos and media art of major attractions, such as the Daejeon Observatory and Sangso-dong Forest Park.

Eunhye Sikdang (은혜식당)

3.1Km 2024-02-29

11 Hanbat-daero 1159beon-gil, Daedeok-gu, Daejeon
042-625-5248

Eunhye Sikdang, opened in 1992, is renowned for its braised fish dishes. The signature menu item is galchi jorim (braised cutlassfish). Staying true to tradition, the dish is prepared by simmering cutlassfish with radish and a special seasoning sauce until tender, eliminating any fishy taste and adding a spicy kick. In addition to the galchi jorim, the restaurant offers a variety of Korean set menu, making it a popular choice among locals.

Hanbat Sikdang (한밭식당)

3.1Km 2024-02-15

1F, 3 Taejeon-ro, Dong-gu, Daejeon

Hanbat Sikdang is a traditional Korean restaurant that opened in 1955. It specializes in various Korean soup dishes made with a broth simmered from beef bones for over five hours. The signature dish is Sohanmari tang (Ox bone soup special), a type of rich gomtang (beef bone soup). The menu also includes seolleongtang (ox bone soup), doganitang (ox knee soup), galbitang (galbi soup), and suyuk (boiled pork slices). It is conveniently located near the KTX Daejeon Station.

Baekcheonjip Sikdang (백천집식당)

3.2Km 2024-02-15

119 Junggyo-ro, Dong-gu, Daejeon

Baekcheonjip Sikdang, situated within Daejeon Jungang Market, is renowned for its sundae dishes. The standout item on their menu is sundae gukbap (sundae and rice soup), a savory and flavorful dish where sundae is presented in a broth within a hot pot, ensuring a delightful experience free from any unwanted odors. The addition of kimchi enhances the dish's overall taste. Additionally, sundae is available as a standalone menu option.

Wangwan Sikdang (왕관식당)

3.2Km 2024-02-15

6 Seonhwa-ro 196beon-gil, Dong-gu, Daejeon

Wangwan Sikdang, a popular eatery, opens its doors for a brief two-hour lunchtime service. The menu features two signature items: kongnamul bap (bean sprout rice) mixed with soy sauce seasoning and yukhoe (beef tartare) made with Korean beef. These dishes, especially when combined, create a harmonious and delightful flavor. Conveniently situated, it is just a 15-minute walk from KTX Daejeon Station, ensuring easy accessibility.

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