{"id":10413,"date":"2026-07-08T05:06:50","date_gmt":"2026-07-07T20:06:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/linksboo.blog\/travel\/apgujeong-cheongdam-garam-guksu-selected-for-13-consecutive-years-by-blue-ribbon-%e2%99%a1\/"},"modified":"2026-07-08T05:25:20","modified_gmt":"2026-07-07T20:25:20","slug":"apgujeong-garam-guksu-blue-ribbon","status":"publish","type":"lb_travel","link":"https:\/\/linksboo.blog\/en\/travel\/apgujeong-garam-guksu-blue-ribbon\/","title":{"rendered":"Apgujeong\/Cheongdam] Garam Guksu.. Selected for 13 Consecutive Years by Blue Ribbon \u2661"},"content":{"rendered":"
\"Blog<\/figure>\n

On Wednesday, January 28, 2026, I visited Garam Guksu located at Cheongdam-dong<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Seoul Outing After Depositing Coins<\/h2>\n

I intended to deposit coins from my piggy bank at the bank, but I had confirmed on Monday that my local Kookmin Bank only accepts coin deposits on Wednesday mornings, so I visited again on this day. The bank informed me that deposits were not possible immediately but around 12 PM, so instead of waiting, I headed straight to Seoul.<\/p>\n

I stopped by House of Shinsegae Cheongdam near Apgujeong Rodeo Station<\/a> and bought bakery items without waiting in line, visiting the Cheongdam branch instead of Seongsu. After buying my favorite salt bread and looking for a place to have lunch, I discovered a restaurant with a similar taste to ‘Deulkkae Bangagan’ through an AI recommendation. I thought, “The world has really become convenient.”<\/p>\n

A Restaurant Selected for the Blue Ribbon for 13 Consecutive Years, Garam Guksu<\/h2>\n

I trusted the AI-recommended restaurant, which had received multiple Blue Ribbons, and visited. Garam Guksu, which I reached after about a 6-minute walk, opens at 11 AM and has a break time. This restaurant, selected for the Blue Ribbon Survey for 13 consecutive years since 2012, is a traditional noodle restaurant from Hakdong Station that has moved and reopened in Cheongdam. ‘Garam’ means river, and ‘Guksu’ means noodles.<\/p>\n

\"Exterior<\/figure>\n
\"Interior<\/figure>\n

Continuous awards are likely the result of consistently maintaining taste and quality.<\/p>\n

\"Blue<\/figure>\n

The restaurant had three tables for two, but there were three solo diners. I also felt a bit awkward sitting at a four-person table, but I felt I needed to finish my meal quickly.<\/p>\n

\"Four-person<\/figure>\n

The restaurant was clean, and on the left, there were three private rooms for group customers. I could tell they were regulars as people older than me came in groups of 3-4 and exchanged greetings with the server. The interior had a modern gray tone, but the mother-of-pearl cabinet placed towards the kitchen was impressive. It seemed traditional elements were retained even after the renovation.<\/p>\n

\"Restaurant<\/figure>\n

Menu Exploration and Ordering<\/h3>\n

The signature dishes at Garam Guksu are anchovy kalguksu and beef kalguksu. A set menu for two is also available.<\/p>\n

\"Menu<\/figure>\n

I considered ordering dumplings, but the Greek yogurt I had at Shinsegae Department Store didn’t seem to have fully digested, so I skipped the dumplings and ordered only the ‘Anchovy Guksu’.<\/p>\n

\"Menu<\/figure>\n

Side Dishes<\/h4>\n

The side dishes provided were perilla leaves, chives kimchi, and napa cabbage kimchi.<\/p>\n

\"Side<\/figure>\n

I was curious about the taste of the perilla leaves here, remembering the delicious perilla leaves at the Andong Guksu restaurant, a family favorite. However, they didn’t have any particular distinguishing features.<\/p>\n

\"Perilla<\/figure>\n

The chives kimchi seemed like it would be delicious added to a beef soup with a beef bone broth base.<\/p>\n

\"Chives<\/figure>\n

The napa cabbage kimchi, which was already set on the table, exceeded my expectations. It had a deep flavor, possibly from adding fish sauce like *kkana-ri* or *hwangseok-eo-jeot* in addition to salted shrimp. It was perfectly fermented, and I ate the whole plate and even asked for a refill.<\/p>\n

\"Napa<\/figure>\n

A review event was also in progress, but I was in a situation where I needed to finish my meal quickly and leave, so I couldn’t participate. I decided to focus on my meal.<\/p>\n

\"Review<\/figure>\n

Anchovy Guksu Taste Evaluation<\/h3>\n

The anchovy guksu I ordered contained a small amount of shredded kimchi, chives, and enoki mushrooms. The soup had a slightly reddish hue due to the kimchi.<\/p>\n

\"Anchovy<\/figure>\n
\"Anchovy<\/figure>\n

The noodles were not somyeon but kalguksu noodles, flat medium-thick noodles with a chewy texture, possibly containing rice flour.<\/p>\n

\"Anchovy<\/figure>\n

Most importantly, the broth was truly delicious. As expected from a kimchi restaurant, the kimchi blended with the soup, creating a savory and refreshing taste.<\/p>\n

\"Anchovy<\/figure>\n

Although I couldn’t leave a review, I recorded this delicious restaurant with a short video.<\/p>\n

\"Anchovy<\/figure>\n

It was the perfect dish for the cold weather. I enjoyed my meal thoroughly.<\/p>\n

\"Meal<\/figure>\n

Visit Information<\/h2>\n

Garam Guksu is located between Apgujeong Rodeo Station<\/a> and House of Shinsegae Cheongdam, and there is also a Samgakji branch. I recommend visiting if you are in the area. The AI’s recommendation was good.<\/p>\n

Wishing all my neighbors good health!<\/p>\n

\"Garam<\/figure>\n
\"Garam<\/figure>\n

Garam Guksu<\/strong><\/p>\n

Seoul Special City<\/a> Gangnam District<\/a> Seolleung-ro 152-gil 15, 1st Floor, Garam Guksu Cheongdam Branch<\/p>\n

Garam Guksu<\/strong><\/p>\n

Seoul Gangnam District<\/a> Seolleung-ro 152-gil 15, 1st Floor, Garam Guksu Cheongdam Branch<\/p>\n

https:\/\/naver.me\/5OFyLMa7<\/a><\/p>\n

#GaramGuksu #Apgujeong<\/a>restaurant #Cheongdamrestaurant #Seolleungrestaurant<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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