Cheonggiwa Sikdang (Cheonggiwa Restaurant)
A cozy, long-running Suwon eatery known for hearty, spicy braised butterfish and summer-only razor clam stew; beloved for its generous portions and nostalgic interior.
GyeonggiKorean Food > Hanjeongsik (Traditional multi-course Korean set)
A longtime, homestyle Korean restaurant near Suwon Nammun (South Gate). The kitchen focuses on comforting stews and braises — dubu , dubu , saengtae and the spicy, generous byeong-eo are local favorites. In summer (July–September) the restaurant serves a popular made with Beolgyo razor clams from Suncheon. The interior has a nostalgic, old-shop vibe that reflects its history as a neighborhood staple.
Local Tips
- •House specialty: spicy, generous Byeong-eo Jorim (braised butterfish) ideal for sharing
- •Summer highlight: Matjogae Jjigae made with Beolgyo razor clams (available July–September)
- •Near Suwon Nammun (South Gate); casual, no-frills spot open Mon–Sat 11:00–21:00
Menu
Byeong-eo (braised butterfish)15,000 KRW
Dubu (tofu stew)8,000 KRW
Dubu (braised tofu)8,000 KRW
(seasonal razor clam stew, summer only)70,000 KRW
Practical Information
- Category
- Korean Food > Hanjeongsik (Traditional multi-course Korean set)
- Address
- 5 Maesan-ro 155beon-gil, Paldal-gu, Suwon, Gyeonggi Province
- Operating Hours
- Mon–Sat 11:00–21:00 (closed Sundays)
- Phone
- 031-253-5930
- Facilities
- Nostalgic, long-established interior,Casual, home-style dining,Seasonal menu items (summer only)
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Glossary
- Jjigae
- Korean stew — thicker and more intensely seasoned than a soup, usually shared at the table.
- Jorim
- A style of braising in a seasoned soy-based sauce, commonly used for fish or tofu.
- Matjogae
- A small, flavorful clam commonly used in Korean summer stews (seasonal ingredient).
