Sunmine Haengbok Gejang (Dongdaemun Branch)

A 6-minute walk from Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station on Subway Line 4. A ganjang specialty restaurant in the Dongdaemun area. This restaurant serves fresh crabs from the west coast of Korea, marinated in a secret special sauce, making it an excellent dish. They offer a female crab set menu and an all-you-can-eat male crab menu, so you can easily visit alone or in a group. Another great value menu is the soy-marinated shrimp and bibimbap set menu. ▼Female crab gejang set menu 3,618 yen A bright orange crab was brought to me, and I was captivated by its beauty. With one bite, the sweetness of the crab and the deep flavor of the secret sauce were exquisite, and the subtle aroma of fruit and herbal medicine was impressive. It was not too salty, so it went perfectly with white rice. When I ate it with the rich crab miso on top, it was even more luxurious. The self-service makgeolli and side dish bar were also appreciated, and the gentle sweetness of the makgeolli further enhanced the taste of the gejang. There is a Japanese menu and simple Japanese support is also available, so there is no need to worry about the language barrier. Located in the heart of Dongdaemun, it is also a great place to stop by between sightseeing and shopping. This is the perfect spot for those who love Ganjang Gejang or want to enjoy a unique Korean food experience.

I went there with my family. We had already booked the female crab meal on Klook, so we didn't have to arrive at the booked time. We asked for 11 o'clock as our preferred time in the system, but we went at 5 pm that day. We could still eat there, but the clerk would confirm your name information first. The restaurant is on the second floor. The environment is clean and bright. The toilet is super bright and looks like an internet celebrity store. The clerk can speak Chinese, so communication is not a problem. You can ask if you don’t know how to eat. The female crab set meal has a lot of crab roe, and it’s super delicious when eaten with bibimbap! If you don't have enough rice, you can add more. The shrimps are also very fresh~ But the marinated shrimps still have a bit of fishy smell, and they are more delicious when cooked 😂 The female crab set meal is quite full for one person. If you feel a little greasy after eating, you can go downstairs and there are EDIYA, compose, and Mega coffee next door to relieve the greasy feeling. Overall, it is highly recommended for those who want to try marinated crab for the first time!

There weren't many people when we went there at noon. I recommend going there at noon as the staff can speak Chinese. The mother crab set meal has a high CP value and there are spicy chicken soup and mussel soup to drink. Margaritas are also free to drink and the environment is quite clean.

I chose this restaurant because it's near Dongdaemun and you can eat alone. All-you-can-drink Makgeolli! You can get by with just Japanese.

After finishing at the sauna next door at 8 PM, we walked straight over for dinner. When we showed the QR code, the staff thought we weren't coming anymore. Their system showed our reservation was for 5 PM, and they had already prepared our seats. However, we didn't arrive until 8 PM because the reservation only specified the date, not the time. It seems you need to confirm your dining time with the restaurant after booking. Thankfully, we were still able to dine in! Besides the soy-marinated crab and shrimp, there are also cooked dishes available. The buffet also includes mussels, spicy chicken soup, and toast. Even if you have travel companions who don't eat raw food, they can still enjoy a meal here. Highly recommended!

This meal for two is rich and delicious. You can help yourself to kimchi, mussels, mixed vegetables, etc. There is also white bread, but white rice needs to be purchased separately?

After finishing at the sauna next door at 8 PM, we walked straight over for dinner. When we showed the QR code, the staff thought we weren't coming anymore. Their system showed our reservation was for 5 PM, and they had already prepared our seats. However, we didn't arrive until 8 PM because the reservation only specified the date, not the time. It seems you need to confirm your dining time with the restaurant after booking. Thankfully, we were still able to dine in! Besides the soy-marinated crab and shrimp, there are also cooked dishes available. The buffet also includes mussels, spicy chicken soup, and toast. Even if you have travel companions who don't eat raw food, they can still enjoy a meal here. Highly recommended!

The meal was delicious, and the self-service sides included soup, chicken, various types of kimchi, and even rice wine. The restroom even had toothbrushes for guests, which was very thoughtful.

I went alone. When I told them I had made a reservation through Klook, they asked my name and immediately showed me to my table. Then, while I was getting my own side dishes, a set menu including Ganjang Gejang was served on the table. The taste was okay.

Ordering is very convenient and reasonably priced. The place is clean and tidy, the food is delicious, and the staff are helpful and will recommend how to eat it.