Dongakgol Geumjae Garden 동악골금재가든
Andong · Woryeonggyo Bridge & Andong Lake · Meal
Tucked into a valley north of the city, this rustic restaurant is a destination for people who want a local favorite instead of a tourist stop. The signature is dakdoritang: large pieces of chicken braised with potatoes and vegetables in a peppery sauce, with enough in one pot for two or three people. Catfish stew is the alternative for those who do not eat chicken.
Cooking takes time and the line can be long at the weekend, so phone ahead if possible and ask your hotel to help. The valley holds few other restaurants. Closed Wednesdays.
Expect a mid-range bill, and bring a car or taxi, since no regular bus passes.
It is about 25 minutes by car from the old town in Waryong district; taxis cost more in the countryside, so arrange the return. (Show a driver: 동악골금재가든)
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- Best time to visit
- Avoid weekend lunch peaks, or call ahead for a time slot.
- Pair it with
- Woryeonggyo Bridge and Iljik Sikdang are the closest places on the way back.
- Great for
- Friends
- Local tip
- A remote valley restaurant famed for dakdoritang (spicy braised chicken) and catfish stew. Queues are long on weekends, so have your hotel phone ahead; closed Wednesdays, and a car or taxi is necessary.
- Reservations
- Phone ahead (ask your hotel to call)