Gamnamu Sikdang 감나무식당

Located in Yangyang-eup, Yangyang-gun, Gamnamu Sikdang specializes in hangover and rice soups featuring local dried pollack and pine mushrooms. Yangyang is a prominent region for dried pollack production due to its drying racks in the Seoraksan foothills, while the local coastal climate and pine forests offer ideal conditions for pine mushrooms. The signature dried pollack rice soup (hwangtae gukbap) is simmered in an earthen pot with bean sprouts and rice until it reaches a thick, porridge-like consistency. The pollack meat is soft enough to dissolve into the milky broth, and the savory scorched rice at the bottom of the pot adds a satisfying depth. The pine mushroom and dried pollack hangover soup (songi hwangtae haejang-guk) provides a spicy, rich broth with a distinct mushroom aroma, though its strong flavor profile leads some visitors to prefer the standard version. A notable side dish is the grilled flatfish, which features a crispy yet tender texture that complements the soups. The restaurant opens early for breakfast and closes at 3:00 PM (last order at 2:30 PM). It is closed on Thursdays. Significant crowds are common on weekends, often resulting in long queues before the morning opening.