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Yupori Makguksu: Chuncheon’s Buckwheat Noodle Classic

By 김지훈 기자 Dining · 2026.07.29 · 3분 소요

When you think of Chuncheon, does dakgalbi come to mind first? The city has another soul food worth seeking out: refreshing makguksu, or buckwheat noodles.

Among the countless makguksu restaurants in the region, we visited Yupori Makguksu, a beloved local institution that has stood in the same spot for more than 50 years.

Rather than relying on flashy presentation, this restaurant lets the deep, natural flavor of its ingredients do the talking.

1. Essential Information Before You Go

Located in a quiet area just outside central Chuncheon, Yupori Makguksu is an ideal destination for a scenic drive.

Address: 62-2 Yupori, Sinbuk-eup, Chuncheon, Gangwon-do

Hours: Daily, 11:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m. (last order at 7:30 p.m.)

Regular closing day: Every Tuesday

Parking: Parking is easy, with extensive dedicated parking areas, including Lots 1 and 2.

Notable for: The restaurant has appeared on several television programs, including Master of Living, and is a proven favorite visited by the popular mukbang creator Tzuyang.

2. The Heart of Yupori Makguksu: Mild Dongchimi and Honest Noodles

Once you sit down and order makguksu, a separate kettle of chilled dongchimi broth arrives, topped with delicate ice crystals. You pour it over the noodles to suit your taste.

Dongchimi broth, your way: One sip reveals a broth that is neither overly sweet nor sour, but gently seasoned and remarkably deep. Diners accustomed to bold, highly seasoned flavors may find it a little subtle at first. That clean, understated character, however, is precisely what allows the natural flavor of the buckwheat to shine.

Noodles that proudly say, “I’m buckwheat!”: As the photos show, the noodles contain a high proportion of buckwheat, giving them a pleasantly crumbly texture that breaks apart easily. They are also thicker than those served at many other restaurants, and their nutty buckwheat flavor grows more pronounced with every chew. The neat, soy sauce–based dressing plays a supporting role; the true star is the buckwheat noodles themselves.

3. A Meal Best Enjoyed with Chuncheon’s Natural Scenery

The double portion of makguksu I ordered looked as if it were shouting, “I’m buckwheat!” from every angle.

I added just enough dongchimi broth to lightly coat the noodles. The flavor was never overpowering, yet it had a subtle appeal that kept drawing me back for another bite.

After the meal, I gazed at the mist hanging over Chuncheon’s rain-soaked mountain slopes and wondered whether there could be a better digestif.

If you want to escape the crowded tourist spots, take a quiet drive through the countryside, and fill up on an authentic bowl of makguksu made according to a 50-year tradition, this is the place to go.

For the Real Chuncheon, Look Beyond the Flash

Yupori Makguksu is likely to satisfy diners who appreciate the pure, nuanced flavor of quality ingredients more than those seeking something intensely seasoned or flashy.

If you’re looking for a genuinely good makguksu restaurant in Chuncheon, we highly recommend making a stop here.