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Unbelievable Prices! A Ulsan Hidden Gem: A Chinese Restaurant That’s Like a Daiso!

Hello everyone! I’m here today in Dong-gu, Ulsan, greeting you as always. Is there anyone in Korea who doesn’t like Daiso? Probably not, because all the daily necessities are priced between ₩1,000 and ₩2,000, making it a frequent destination. You might be wondering why I’m suddenly talking about Daiso, but the place I’m introducing today is a Chinese restaurant that I dare say is the most affordable in South Korea – a Daiso of Chinese cuisine!

It’s located near Ilsan Beach in Dong-gu, Ulsan. You might be thinking, “What’s so special about it that you’re making such a fuss?” Well, at this point in 2024, the prices of the top three Chinese dishes are insane! And that’s just the beginning. Even the sweet and sour pork is incredibly cheap, and you can even get punggi (a type of Korean stir-fried vegetables) at this price!

From a price perspective, it’s unbelievably affordable. But there’s one drawback: there’s no dedicated parking lot. The interior is quite large, but it’s already packed, and there’s even a bigger crowd of older folks waiting outside! Looking at the menu here fills you with anticipation. As I mentioned at the beginning of the video, it’s like Daiso – the prices are so low that you can’t help but order everything!

Mind-Blowing Prices: ₩2,000 Jjajangmyeon and More!

₩2,000 for a bowl of jjajangmyeon (black bean noodles)! Cash only? No, you don’t *have* to pay in cash. Seriously, it’s unbelievable. ₩3,000 for jjamppong (spicy seafood noodles) – look at all that squid! And they give you this much pickled radish at this price? These days, a roll of gimbap or a bowl of instant noodles costs ₩5,000. Compared to that, the ₩3,000 jjamppong is higher quality than instant noodles – there’s no comparison!

Really, the ₩2,000 jjajangmyeon price is just…wow. Look at the portion size! Seriously! Looking at jjajangmyeon price statistics, it’s like the mid-1990s. This isn’t a temporary promotional price; it’s the regular price! Usually, a regular jaengban jjajang (stir-fried black bean noodles on a platter) costs ₩8,000, and a seafood jaengban jjajang costs ₩9,000. But here, you can get a jaengban jjajang with ₩9,000 quality for ₩6,000! At first, I thought they made a mistake.

It seems like what would normally be a small portion (so) of sweet and sour pork for ₩18,000 at a regular Chinese restaurant is given here for ₩12,000. They even give you the sauce separately (for dipping)! One of my companions chose the udong, which was ₩4,000 and had amazing quality. True to Chinese restaurant udong, it had plenty of seafood, and it was a real udong with the aroma of pepper and sesame oil. It had squid, which was really delicious. Slightly spicy, with a squid flavor!

A Closer Look at the Dishes

The sweet and sour pork took a while to come out. It’s ₩12,000, which is like a small size at a regular Chinese restaurant. I understand why it took so long; they probably fry it to order, especially if there are a lot of orders. I didn’t dip it in the sauce, but it was still delicious because it was lightly seasoned.

I think some people come in the morning because the jjamppong is only ₩3,000. But these days, no matter how cheap it is, if the food isn’t good, customers won’t come.

It’s really amazing.

Cut it so it’s easier to eat. Cut it some more. That’s enough.

We ordered late, even yesterday.

Wow, a lot! Auntie, two more jjajangmyeon! Two jjajang!

The udong broth… Ah, the udong earlier had that sesame oil fragrance. It was really authentic.

₩2,000.

Even three adult men could eat this and be full. The batter and meat are lightly seasoned. It tastes good even without dipping it in the sauce. The squid flavor was a bit strong, but it wasn’t overly so. The jjamppong was somewhat spicy and seasoned. If you compare it to a jjamppong that costs ₩8,000 at a good restaurant, it feels like it’s worth about ₩5,000.

The jjajangmyeon here was excellent. It wasn’t oily; it was more plain. But it wasn’t a healthy flavor. I enjoyed it so much because it was so cheap and delicious. We ordered five dishes – jjajangmyeon, jjamppong, udong, jaengban jjajang, and sweet and sour pork (small) – and it came out to ₩28,000. Incredible! If we were to order that at a regular Chinese restaurant, the sweet and sour pork would be ₩18,000, the jjajangmyeon would be ₩6,000, the jjamppong would be ₩8,000, the udong would be ₩8,000, and the jaengban jjajang would be ₩9,000. That would be about ₩49,000, but we saved ₩20,000 by coming here!

If you’re a Ulsan resident, go visit right away! And for 부산 (Busan) subscribers who are visiting Dong-gu, Ulsan, check it out! This has been a review of a cost-effective Chinese restaurant in Dong-gu, Ulsan. Thank you!

Google Search Assessment of a Restaurant in Ilsan Beach, Dong-gu, Ulsan

A quick Google search of restaurants near Ilsan Beach in Dong-gu, Ulsan reveals a mix of options, primarily Korean BBQ, seafood, and cafes. Chinese restaurants are present, but the search results don’t immediately highlight any with the extreme value proposition described above. Reviews across the available restaurants seem generally positive, focusing on fresh ingredients (especially seafood given the beachside location), nice ambiance, and friendly service. To find *this specific* restaurant, it will likely require local knowledge or search terms specifically related to affordable Chinese cuisine.

Without knowing the exact name of the establishment described in the blog, it’s difficult to directly assess its online reputation. However, assuming the information provided is accurate, the restaurant presents a unique opportunity for diners looking for budget-friendly Chinese food.

Summary of Key Points:

• Located near Ilsan Beach in Dong-gu, Ulsan.
• Extremely affordable prices (₩2,000 jjajangmyeon, ₩3,000 jjamppong).
• Large portions for the price.
• Popular with locals, especially older patrons.
• No dedicated parking.
• Potentially long wait times due to popularity.