Chef Ahn Yu-seong is a highly acclaimed culinary expert, recognized as the 16th Culinary Master of Korea, a prestigious national title. He is a prominent figure in the Korean culinary scene, known for overseeing a...
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Last updated: 9/17/2026, 4:12:53 AM
Key Information
Jangsu Naju Gomtang is a restaurant located in Gwangju, South Korea, specializing in Naju Gomtang, a traditional Korean beef soup.
Customer Perception
Customer feedback is generally positive, with mentions of the restaurant being a local favorite and a recommended spot for Naju Gomtang.
Additional Details
The restaurant was featured in a YouTube review by '광주맛집밥쪼' and mentioned in an article about restaurants associated with chefs from the Korean cooking show 'Culinary Class Wars' (흑백요리사).
I was planning to have lunch in Gwangju, but it was cold and I was craving some hot soup, so I came here. I heard it was run by Chef Ahn Yu-seong, so I was looking forward to it.
My order was processed quickly, but a hair came out of my first sip, so I quietly mentioned it to the waiter and asked for a new one. The service was decent. The taste itself wasn't bad, but perhaps because I had high expectations, the seasoning was quite strong, which was a bit disappointing. Overall, it was just okay.
This Naju-style gomtang is clear and rich. It's filled with tender meat, so much so that it feels like half soup and half meat. However, the meat is a bit thin. The broth is clean and flavorful, with no offal. I visited during lunchtime and was seated right away without a wait. While the restaurant has its own parking lot, we recommend using the subway at Nongseong Station if possible.
5
★4.4 Hanwoo Rhapsody is featured at this restaurant. The broth is rich and flavorful, with no gamey odor. It comes with a side dish of head meat (with refills). The boiled pork soup is even more meaty, making it a recommended choice for meat lovers. I only had the soup for lunch, but I'd love to try their other menu items.
5
The food was really good. The only downside is that parking is very difficult. Since it is located in a residential area, parking in the alleys is hard, and the restaurant's parking lot is small. Please keep this in mind.
5
It's delicious. The broth is clean, the slaughterhouse records are displayed at the entrance, and since it's an old building that was remodeled, there are only 2-3 tables in each room, so it's quiet and I liked it. I'm going to register as a regular.
