Cuisine

Korean (음식점)

District

Hwasun (화순군) , Jeonnam

Address

Jeollanam-do Hwasun-gun Hwasun-eup Singi-ri 395-4

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Why go

Hwasunjip is a chicken kalguksu restaurant located in Hwasun-eup, Hwasun-gun, Jeollanam-do Province.

Best for

A focused meal stop

Visit tip

Expect possible waits during weekends or peak meal times.

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Hwasunjip is a chicken kalguksu restaurant located in Hwasun-eup, Hwasun-gun, Jeollanam-do Province. It has gained widespread attention for its extraordinary portion sizes, strong value proposition, and the unusual touch of serving complimentary gorgonzola pizza alongside traditional Korean noodle soup. The chicken kalguksu features a whole chicken submerged in the broth, and two portions generate enough food for three adults with leftovers to spare. The broth carries a flavor reminiscent of Nagasaki champon, managing to be both refreshing and deeply savory, with bean sprouts, cabbage, and other vegetables adding layered textures. The noodles have a distinctive green tint suggesting the incorporation of a health-oriented ingredient, and fresh cheongyang peppers are served separately for those who want additional heat. The chicken is cooked until the meat falls effortlessly from the bone, and dipping pieces in salt or chili sauce draws out the clean, natural flavors. Midway through the meal, a complimentary gorgonzola pizza arrives as a service item, topped with what appears to be acacia honey. Its sweet yet restrained profile creates a surprisingly harmonious pairing with the noodle soup. Cash payments may receive a bonus serving of dakgangjeong (sweet crispy chicken). The freshly made geotjeori kimchi is crisp and spicy, and square-cut pickled radish offers a tart contrast that pairs well when alternated with spoonfuls of broth. At approximately twenty thousand won for two people, the value is exceptional given the volume and variety delivered. The restaurant maintains a clean interior with attentive staff and a large parking lot. An afternoon break begins at 3 PM, and utilizing the online queuing system before arriving is recommended to reduce wait times.