Yeongudong in Daegu: Jajangmyeon and Ulmyeon

Yeongudong in Daegu is an old-school Chinese restaurant in Dalseo-gu, near Duryu Station, a six-minute walk from Exit 15. I would start with Jajangmyeon for a generous bowl of sauced noodles or Ulmyeon for a mild, sesame-scented noodle soup. I found the food good value, though the dining room was small and the cooking took some time.

Quick Info

• Price during visit: Jajangmyeon (자장면) — 3,500 won
• Price during visit: Ulmyeon (울면) — 4,000 won
• Price during visit: Bokkeumbap (볶음밥) — 4,500 won
• Price during visit: Dongaseu (돈가스) — 4,000 won
• Menu price (not ordered): Udong (우동) — 4,000 won
• Menu price (not ordered): Jjamppong (짬뽕) — 4,000 won
• Menu price (not ordered): Seupesyaltteokbokki (스페샬떡볶이) — 5,000 won
• Menu price (not ordered): Ramyeon (라면) — 2,500 won
• Menu price (not ordered): Deungsimdongaseu (등심돈가스) — 5,500 won
• Menu price (not ordered): Gopppaegi Chuga (곱빼기 추가) — 1,000 won
• Address: 3 Yaoeeumakdang-ro 45-gil, Dalseo-gu, Daegu (대구 달서구 야외음악당로45길 3)
• Phone: 053-656-4374
• Hours: Daily 11:00–20:00
• Closed: Regular closing days were not confirmed, so check before visiting.
• Phone comes from recent public listings; check before visiting.

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What is Yeongudong in Daegu like?

I found Yeongudong down an alley in Daegu’s Dalseo-gu. A sign at the alley entrance had an arrow pointing inward, and the restaurant had both a tall vertical sign and another sign above the entrance. Those signs made the alley approach straightforward.

Yeongudong felt like a small, familiar neighborhood restaurant in Daegu. I saw closely spaced tables, a large ceiling fan, and the kitchen at the back. A wall mirror reflected much of the room, with stacked chairs and another fan in one corner. I would find the tight layout less comfortable for a large group.

How does Jajangmyeon taste?

My Jajangmyeon at Yeongudong cost 3,500 won at the time of my visit. I liked the old-school character of the bowl: glossy sauce covered the noodles generously, with large pieces of onion, sesame seeds, and cucumber strips on top. The portion felt generous for the price.

I found Jajangmyeon satisfying, but the seasoning could feel a little salty depending on your taste. Jajangmyeon would be my choice for a substantial bowl with plenty of sauce rather than a lightly seasoned meal.

What makes Ulmyeon different?

My Ulmyeon at Yeongudong cost 4,000 won at the time of my visit and was my mother’s favorite dish. I found soft strands of egg, zucchini, and wood ear mushrooms in the thickened broth, with sesame seeds and pepper on top. A swirl of sesame oil gave Ulmyeon a noticeable sesame aroma.

I found Ulmyeon’s broth mild, while the thin noodles had a springy texture when I lifted them with chopsticks. Ulmyeon would be my pick for someone who prefers a gentler-tasting noodle soup.

What comes with Bokkeumbap and Dongaseu?

I also ate Bokkeumbap and Dongaseu at Yeongudong. At the time of my visit, Bokkeumbap cost 4,500 won and Dongaseu was listed at 4,000 won. My Bokkeumbap contained chopped scallion and carrot and came with a fried egg and black bean sauce sprinkled with sesame seeds. My Dongaseu came with glossy sauce, ketchup, crushed peanuts, rice, and cabbage salad dressed with mayonnaise and ketchup.

What else does the menu list?

At the time of my visit, Yeongudong’s menu also listed Seupesyaltteokbokki at 5,000 won, Udong and Jjamppong at 4,000 won each, and Deungsimdongaseu at 5,500 won.

FAQ

How much was Jajangmyeon?

Jajangmyeon at Yeongudong cost 3,500 won at the time of my visit. I found the portion generous for that price.

Which noodle dish would suit someone who prefers mild flavors?

I would choose Ulmyeon at Yeongudong for its mild broth and sesame aroma. My bowl also had soft egg strands, zucchini, and wood ear mushrooms.

Is the dining room comfortable for a large group?

I found Yeongudong’s dining room tight for a large group. The tables were closely spaced, with only a small amount of room between them.