Eolchigi Visitor Guide
Dining space and services, frequently asked questions, and directions, all on one page.
Space and Services
A comfortable place to bring your parents, and just as easy with children.
A Standalone Building on Cheonsu-ro
107 Cheonsu-ro, Jinju: an easy-to-spot building right on the main road. The on-site parking lot makes arriving by car simple.
Spacious Hall · Private Rooms
Wide windows keep the hall bright and airy, and private rooms are ready as well. Family dinners, gatherings and group visits are all seated with room to spare.
Certificates and Awards on the Wall
Awards including the Eumsik-daega (Master of Cuisine) certificate hang in the house. See them for yourself when you visit.
Serving Robots at Work
Serving robots carry the dishes. The taste keeps its tradition while the service keeps getting more convenient.
What Sets Eolchigi Apart
One bowl of the original Jinju naengmyeon, 40 years in the making
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The Original, for 40 Years
An original Jinju naengmyeon house with 40 years of history, and a cold-noodle favorite that Jinju locals return to steadily.
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Jinju Naengmyeon Topped with Beef Jeon
Beef jeon is the emblem of Jinju naengmyeon. Savory pan-fried beef and cool noodles come together in one bowl.
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Pure Buckwheat Noodles, Cold-Aged 5 Days
The buckwheat dough rests five days at low temperature to build its strength. The 40-year noodle master keeps the aroma and chew of buckwheat alive to the last strand.
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A Broth Built in Three Stages over 48 Hours
Hanwoo marrow bones, brisket and pheasant simmer for 48 hours into a broth base, layered with South Sea seafood stock, then finished with well-ripened kimjang-season dongchimi for a clean, cool finish.
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A Secret Sauce Built on Fruit
Minced pear, apple and fresh vegetables join a rich brisket stock and seasonings for a sweet-and-sour sauce found only at Eolchigi. Bibim and seokkeum bowls carry a skate topping.
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More than Cold Noodles
Galbitang, hanwoo bulgogi mushroom hot pot, grilled bulgogi, marinated ribs and pork belly. Beyond a naengmyeon house, this is a restaurant the whole family comes to.
We Recommend Eolchigi For
- Anyone searching for the best cold noodles in Jinju
- Those looking for lunch near Gyeongsang National University Hospital or Jeil Hospital
- Anyone who needs a comfortable restaurant to bring their parents to
- Those looking for a good table near Juyak-dong, Manggyeong-dong or Cheonjeon-dong
- Anyone who wants cold noodles, beef jeon and ribs at one table
- Families who want to dine out without worrying about parking
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of restaurant is Eolchigi?
Eolchigi is an original Jinju-style cold noodle house at 107 Cheonsu-ro, Jinju. Around its 40-year tradition of Jinju naengmyeon and beef jeon, it also serves Korean classics such as marinated ribs, grilled bulgogi, galbitang and hot pot.
How is Jinju naengmyeon different from ordinary cold noodles?
Jinju naengmyeon is defined by its topping of savory pan-fried beef jeon over chilled broth. Eolchigi uses buckwheat-blend noodles, and adds a skate topping to bibim and seokkeum bowls for extra depth.
Is parking available?
Yes, we have our own parking lot. The restaurant sits right on the Cheonsu-ro main road, so arriving by car is easy.
What are your opening hours?
We are open from 10:00 in the morning to 9:00 in the evening.
Where are you located? Are you close to the hospitals?
We are at 107 Cheonsu-ro (Juyak-dong), Jinju. Gyeongsang National University Hospital, Jeil Hospital and other city hospitals are close by, so many guests come for lunch near the hospital.
Do you offer takeout?
Yes, takeout is available. Order ahead by phone (+82-55-753-9233) to cut down your waiting time.
Can you host family gatherings or groups?
Yes. The spacious hall suits family dinners and group visits, and shared-table dishes like ribs and hot pot make eating together easy. For group visits, please call ahead and we will arrange everything comfortably.
Is there anything on the menu besides cold noodles?
Yes. Grill menus such as marinated beef ribs, marinated pork ribs and fresh Korean pork belly, plus galbitang with pot rice, hanwoo bulgogi mushroom hot pot, seafood soft-tofu set and king dumplings.
Directions
- Address
- 107 Cheonsu-ro, Jinju-si, Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea
- Phone
- 055-753-9233
- Hours
- 10:00 ~ 21:00
On-site parking makes visiting by car easy.