Incheon Yeongjong Island Yangzi River: A Visit to a King Galbi Jjamppong Restaurant with Legendary Visuals
Incheon Jung District Located at 494 Yongyuseo-ro, Yangzi River is known for offering a special jjampong that can be enjoyed at Yeongjong Island. It operates from 11 AM to 9 PM on weekdays and 10 AM to 9 PM on weekends. For inquiries, please call 032-746-2666.
This place is already famous locally for its jjampong, which boasts “crazy, legendary visuals.” It’s just a 3-minute drive from Eulwangni Beach, and ample parking is available, adding to the convenience for visitors. Despite being a popular restaurant, the dining area is not very large, giving the impression that it accommodates only a suitable number of guests.
Please note that Yangzi River offers takeout but no delivery. Due to the high number of visitors, there can be a long wait, but you can apply for a wait remotely through the Catchtable app, allowing you to utilize your waiting time efficiently. If you register for the wait in advance, you can enter without a long wait, but be aware that if you do not enter within 2 minutes of your turn, your wait will be automatically canceled.
Compared to the exterior, the dining area operates only on the first floor, so it doesn’t feel overly crowded. The basic side dishes provided are pickled mustard greens, pickled radish, onions, and black bean paste.
Menu Exploration: The Charm of King Galbi Jjamppong and Tangsuyuk
Orders can be placed via tablet PCs available at each table. Here, we ordered the King Galbi Jjamppong, Chadol Jjamppong, and a small portion of Tangsuyuk.
The Chadol Jjamppong was appetizing with its generous amount of toppings. However, since we visited to taste the signature menu, the King Galbi Jjamppong, the Chadol Jjamppong left us wanting a bit more.
The Chadol Jjamppong with rice was served in a different bowl than the noodles. It’s unclear if they used a different bowl because they were busy or if it’s always served separately. Sometimes, when bowls are scarce, dishes are served in alternative containers.
Finally, the long-awaited King Galbi Jjamppong. We ordered it with rice, and we were curious if the noodle version was also served in the same earthenware pot. As you saw in the thumbnail, a massive short rib was included whole, taking quite some time to debone and cut the meat. It was filling enough to eat just the meat, and the taste was excellent. However, for those who prefer a very spicy jjampong, it might feel a bit less fiery. But overall, it was delicious and highly recommended.
The small portion of Tangsuyuk came with the sauce served separately, allowing us to dip it. Even though it wasn’t glutinous rice flour tangsuyuk, its chewy texture was exceptional. In fact, it was so delicious that we found it even better than the King Galbi Jjamppong, making it a standout for tangsuyuk as well.
The complimentary fried dumplings, served according to the number of people, were also crispy and satisfying. This place can also be recognized as a great spot for fried dishes. Yangzi River is a place we’ve saved on our Kakao Map restaurant list, indicating a high intention to revisit. We highly recommend the jjampong at Yangzi River for those visiting Incheon Yeongjong Island to find a great restaurant or for those seeking a hangover cure after a night of drinking.
