Gaboh Oh Tojongdak Sokcho: Hot Stone Jjajang Worth the Wait (2026)

A 80-minute wait on a long weekend in May

Both Jjajangmyeon and Tangsuyuk were absolutely delicious

I'd willingly wait up to 60 minutes, unless it's extreme summer or winter

Hey there, fellow travelers!

I recently visited Sokcho during a long weekend in May, and I'm thrilled to share a fantastic dining spot that's perfect for your next getaway.

The restaurant is called Gaboh Oh Tojongdak, but don't let the name fool you – it's a legendary Jjajangmyeon hotspot!

📍32 Haksapyeong-gil, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do

⏱️Daily 10:30 AM - 5:00 PM (Closed Wednesdays), closes early if ingredients run out

🅿️Parking lot behind the restaurant (attendant available)

💰Seafood Hot Stone Jjajangmyeon, Gaboh Oh Jjamppong ~$8 / Mini Tangsuyuk ~$12, Regular ~$19

✅️Legend has it: This place started as a chicken restaurant, but their unexpectedly delicious Jjajangmyeon took over!

✅️Served on a hot stone, the Jjajangmyeon stays warm, preventing the noodles from getting soggy and enhancing the flavor! Plus, their Tangsuyuk is a must-try.

1. Gaboh Oh Tojongdak Location & Parking in Sokcho

Gaboh Oh Tojongdak in Sokcho is conveniently located right off the Sokcho IC exit of the Donghae Expressway.

It's also quite close to Sono Belle Del Pino, making it an ideal dining choice for those staying in the area.

That's exactly why we headed straight there after checking in for our stay!

My father-in-law had visited this spot before, and it's already a well-known waiting list restaurant in Sokcho.

It was quite intriguing that a place named after a traditional chicken dish was famous for its hot stone Jjajangmyeon!

The main parking lot is located behind the restaurant, and you can also park along the nearby roads.

A friendly parking attendant is usually on hand to help guide you to a spot.

2. The Wait for Hot Stone Jjajang in Sokcho

To join the queue at Gaboh Oh Tojongdak in Sokcho, simply enter your number at the kiosk located in front of the restaurant.

You'll find the kiosk at the entrance where people gather.

There's a tent set up next to the restaurant, offering a shaded spot to wait out of the sun.

We arrived on a Saturday at 12:45 PM and were seated just before 2:00 PM,

which means we waited for approximately 80 minutes.

(There were about 20-30 groups ahead of us.)

3. Gaboh Oh Tojongdak Menu & Interior

Gaboh Oh Tojongdak surprisingly has a fast turnover, largely thanks to its annex building, which provides a good number of additional seats.

Beyond the main restaurant on the roadside, there's an annex building in the back.

This section alone seemed to have about 40-50 seats.

The self-serve bar offered radish kimchi, pickled radish, raw onions, and chunjang (black bean paste).

Although not pictured, they also provide complimentary rice, which is perfect for mixing with any leftover Jjajangmyeon sauce!

Gaboh Oh Tojongdak Menu, Sokcho

The main dish is the Seafood Hot Stone Jjajangmyeon, available in mild or spicy.

They also offer Gaboh Oh Jjamppong, and Tangsuyuk (sweet and sour pork) in mini and regular sizes – a simple yet effective menu.

Our group of four ordered:

One Gaboh Oh Jjamppong,

One Mild Seafood Hot Stone Jjajangmyeon,

Two Spicy Seafood Hot Stone Jjajangmyeon, and

One Mini Tangsuyuk.

4. Honest Review

Uniquely, the kimchi served was radish kimchi, not the usual cabbage kimchi.

The combination of Jjajangmyeon and radish kimchi was unexpectedly perfect!

The dishes were served surprisingly quickly, which also contributes to their fast table turnover.

Almost all our orders arrived at once, so we could start our feast together!

I primarily ate the Spicy Seafood Hot Stone Jjajangmyeon, and let me tell you, it's a completely different level of spice compared to just adding chili powder to regular Jjajangmyeon.

As someone who loves spicy food, I was extremely satisfied with the heat level.

Perhaps because of the hot stone, it felt even spicier than Chapagetti Sichuan flavor.

In contrast, the Mild Seafood Hot Stone Jjajangmyeon had a much sweeter profile.

The hot stone kept the dish piping hot until the very last bite, meaning the noodles never got soggy and tasted even better! 🩷

Oh, and seriously, this Tangsuyuk is a game-changer!

Even the mini size was generously portioned, and the batter wasn't overly thick, allowing the delicious pork to shine through.

The thinly sliced onions on top were a fantastic complement to the Tangsuyuk, and everyone at the table raved about it!

Finally, the Jjamppong also featured a generous amount of seafood, using the same fresh ingredients as the Jjajangmyeon, resulting in a wonderfully refreshing broth.

If you're dining with a group, ordering one to share for the broth is a great idea.

And to top it all off, we thoroughly enjoyed mixing rice into the leftover Jjajangmyeon sauce! 😋

You can still see all the abundant seafood remaining even after finishing the noodles, which just goes to show how generous they are with their toppings!

That concludes my review of Gaboh Oh Tojongdak, a fantastic Seafood Hot Stone Jjajangmyeon restaurant in Sokcho, and our weekend waiting experience. :>

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