[Exploring Culinary Gems near Anyang Station] 'Ttoganjip' & Certified by 'Jeon Hyun-moo Project': Donghae Squid Bossam and Gallery-like Cafe Tour

Introduction and Overview

Hello! To all who love travel and good food. Today, I’m going to introduce a must-visit course near Anyang Station that you should never miss. This place was already popular enough to have people lining up, but following features on 'Ttoganjip' and the 'Jeon Hyun-moo Project,' it has truly become a hotspot — the Donghae Squid Bossam. I’ve also prepared a wonderful cafe nearby that feels like a gallery, perfect to visit after your meal, so please stay with me until the end!

Donghae Squid Bossam: A Legendary Delicacy near Anyang Station

1. Donghae Squid Bossam

- The legendary delicacy near Anyang Station

Donghae Squid Bossam, located close to Anyang Station, piques curiosity starting with its name.

'Squid' and 'Bossam' combined?

Just the thought of it makes your mouth water, doesn't it?

Menu Highlights and Dining Tips

Upon entering the restaurant, you're greeted by neatly prepared basic side dishes. Fresh lettuce, crunchy bean sprouts, and refreshing dongchimi (radish water kimchi) are all set to perfectly complement the squid bossam.

At last, the main dish arrives: the squid seasoned with spicy sauce! The red spicy seasoning immediately catches your eye. The key to this dish is the fantastic combination of crunchy radish salad and chewy poached squid. Added to this is a pleasant spicy kick, exploding with savory flavor in every bite — truly a delicacy among delicacies.

Here’s a tasty tip! Take a fresh lettuce leaf and pile it generously with the spicy squid. If the spiciness feels a bit too strong, try adding some bean sprouts served alongside. The spiciness gets mellowed, while the crunchy texture is enhanced, offering a taste that will have you giving a thumbs up instantly.

Complementary Dishes and Recommendations

A dish you must order with squid bossam is the squid mixed stew. It has an intriguing taste reminiscent of budae-jjigae (army stew) mixed with the refreshing notes of squid soup. After the first bite, you’ll quickly fall in love with its delightful flavor. The stew and the seasoned squid pair perfectly, and I highly recommend one rice bowl per person!

2. Perfect Ending After Your Meal

After-Meal Cafe Experience at The Mechanic

- Move to the gallery-like [The Mechanic] Cafe

After enjoying your meal at Donghae Squid Bossam, take a 13-minute drive to a cafe that welcomes you with a luxurious and stunning gallery-like atmosphere.

This place is famous not only for its ambiance but also for excellent coffee. Their cakes especially stand out with both visual appeal and taste that rival those of high-end hotels.

The spacious seating also makes it ideal for group visits.

It looked like a great spot for groups.

I personally ordered the black sesame cake, Basque cheesecake, and mango bingsu.

All three were genuinely 'thumbs up'!

At first, I was shocked by the price of the mango bingsu.

But the generous amount of mango and its deliciousness

quickly convinced me that it was worth it.

Enjoying sweet desserts after a spicy meal — isn't that the perfect healing course?

Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Anyang Station,

A perfect day balancing taste and atmosphere

Today, I introduced the famous Donghae Squid Bossam near Anyang Station and a great cafe with a lovely atmosphere. Blow away your stress with the spicy and crunchy squid bossam, then finish your day with sweet desserts at a stylish cafe. If you plan to visit Anyang Station, please keep this course in mind! Wishing you a delicious day.