Maehyang
A local favorite in Gongju where you can enjoy healthy, deep flavors
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Maehyang, 18, Baengmigoeul-gil, Gongju-si, Chungcheongnam-do, Republic of Korea
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Facilities
Baby chair
Reservation
Same-day visit and on-site registration only (no reservations)
Open/Closes
Mon 11:00 ~ 15:00 Tue 11:00 ~ 15:00 Wed 11:00 ~ 15:00 Thu 11:00 ~ 15:00 Fri 11:00 ~ 15:00 Sat 11:00 ~ 15:00 Sun 11:00 ~ 15:00
Prices & Programs of Maehyang
- [Fees]
- Naengmyeon - 12,000 won
- Makguksu - 12,000 won
- Children's makguksu - 6,000 won
- Seasoned sliced boiled pork - 20,000 won
Parenting Tips for Maehyang
- This place grinds buckwheat daily with a millstone and serves fresh pure buckwheat noodles, and is a local favorite famous for makguksu and seasoned sliced pork.
- There is a children's makguksu for kids age 7 and under, so children can enjoy it too.
- A high chair is available, so you can dine comfortably with your child.
- Business hours are short, and it may close early when ingredients sell out.
- Each table has a tablet, so ordering and payment are easy.
- At the entrance, they also sell pure buckwheat sablé made without flour, butter, or preservatives.
- There is no separate dedicated parking lot, so you will need to use the road in front of the restaurant or a nearby public parking lot.
- Since it is near Gongsanseong Fortress, it can be somewhat crowded on weekends or at lunchtime, so visiting a little early is recommended.
- It is also nice to stop by together with nearby Art Center Goma and the Baekje Five Senses Experience Center.
Enjoying the charm of Maehyang with your kids
A special place where Gongju's history and nature come together
Located at 18 Baekmigoeul-gil, Gongju-si, 'Maehyang' sits in Baekmigoeul, one of Gongju's most well-known food streets. It is easy to reach from central Gongju, and nearby you will find Gongsanseong Fortress, the Tomb of King Muryeong, and a variety of cultural heritage sites where Baekje's brilliant history still feels alive, making it a great stop for a family outing with your kids.
Why it is a great place to visit with your child
Fresh pure buckwheat noodles milled daily with a millstone
- The signature menu item, makguksu (12,000 won), is made with 100% pure buckwheat noodles that are ground fresh by hand with a millstone every day at the restaurant, giving it a fresh and nutty flavor.
- There is also a separate children's makguksu (6,000 won) for kids age 7 and under, so it is a nice place to dine together as a family.
- Seasoned sliced boiled pork (20,000 won) is also a popular menu item.
A comfortable dining environment for families with children
- High chairs are available, so you can dine more comfortably with your child.
- Each table has a tablet, making it easy to order and pay.
Ingredients chosen with freshness and health in mind
- At the entrance, the restaurant also sells pure buckwheat sable cookies made without flour, butter, or preservatives.
Things to know before you visit
- The restaurant does not have a dedicated parking lot, so you will need to use roadside parking in front of the restaurant or a nearby public parking lot.
- It is a popular place, so weekends and lunchtime can be busy. Visiting a little earlier is recommended.
- Business hours are short, from 11:00 to 15:00 every day, and the restaurant may close early if ingredients sell out.
Easy to combine with nearby sightseeing
- It is close to a variety of attractions including Gongsanseong Fortress, the Tomb of King Muryeong, Art Center Goma, and the Baekje Five Senses Experience Center, so it is also recommended as part of a history and culture outing before or after your meal.
Amenities
- Available amenities: High chairs
- Unavailable amenities: nursing room, diaper changing station, stroller rental, parking, reservations
"Maehyang is a great match for family visitors thanks to its appealing pure buckwheat dishes, child-friendly dining environment, and proximity to Gongju's major attractions."
FAQ about Maehyang
Does Maehyang have a separate children's menu for dining with kids?
Yes, Maehyang offers a separate children's makguksu menu item (**6,000 won**) for children age 7 and under, so kids can enjoy it comfortably too.Does Maehyang have any amenities for visitors coming with children?
Yes, Maehyang provides high chairs, so you can dine comfortably with your child. However, additional amenities such as a nursing room, diaper changing station, stroller rental, reservation service, and parking are not available.How should I handle parking when visiting Maehyang?
Maehyang does not have its own dedicated parking lot, so you will need to use roadside parking in front of the restaurant or a nearby public parking lot.What are Maehyang's business hours and what should I keep in mind when visiting?
Maehyang is open every day from 11:00 to 15:00. Business hours are short, and the restaurant may close early if ingredients run out. It can also get quite busy on weekends and during lunchtime, so visiting a little earlier is recommended.Is there anything special I can buy besides the meal at Maehyang?
Yes, at the entrance the restaurant separately sells pure buckwheat sable cookies made without flour, butter, or preservatives, which you can buy as a healthier snack.Can I order and pay easily at Maehyang?
Yes, each table at Maehyang is equipped with a tablet, so you can order and pay easily.
Maehyang Address
Address: Maehyang, 18, Baengmigoeul-gil, Gongju-si, Chungcheongnam-do, Republic of Korea
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How to make a reservation for Maehyang?
Same-day visit and on-site registration only (no reservations)