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Opened in 1953 by a woman known as Mabongnim, the restaurant takes pride in its 50-plus years of service. As Mabongnim gained popularity, other similar establishments opened nearby, and eventually, formed “tteokbokki street.” The elderly proprietor is well known, even starring in a red-pepper paste ad in the 1990s.
The secret of this restaurant’s tteokbokki lies in the fact that red pepper paste is mixed with Chinese soybean paste for a sweet and spicy taste. Adopted by other Sindangdong restaurants, the recipe is no longer a “secret.” Nevertheless, there is something special about this restaurant’s fare. At present, Mabongnim’s daughters-in-law are running the store.
TIP: The restaurant gets mixed reviews, but it is still recommended to those looking for unique flavor.