Get to know a few of Pyeongtaek-si’s most popular neighborhoods. Perfect for those relocating to work for the US Military for either Osan Air Force Base or Camp Humphreys. Additional Articles To Help you Understand Pyeongtaek-si Pyeongtaek Subway Stops How to Use the Subway and Where to Go New to Pyeongtaek? Important information for living your best life Do you realize how big Pyeongtaek is? It is more than a city, it is an administrative district that includes the sea and the mountains to the west. We have many different, unique towns and cities that come together to make Pyeongtaek-si. Keep in mind that this post does not constitute an extensive list of every neighborhood in Pyeongtaek-si. It is simply a highlight of commonly visited areas. Let’s take a closer look: 1. Pyeongtaek-dong, Pyeongtaek-si Pyeongtaek-dong, Pyeongtaek-si is the neighborhood we call Pyeongtaek City. This is the area around Pyeongtaek Station (AK Plaza). It is where you can catch express and inter-city buses, as well as trains going north and south—including the subway. It is both a travel and shopping hub. READ MORE about Pyeongtaek-Dong 2. Paengseong-eup, Pyeongtaek-si Paengseong-eup, Pyeongtaek-si is the town that bumps up against Camp Humphreys Army Base. It’s a rather large, rural area with beautiful open spaces and access to the river biking path. Anjeong-ri, Paengseong-eup, Pyeongtaek-si is the area outside Camp Humphreys where you can find English speaking businesses and a plethora of international residents and restaurants. It is a culinary hotspot in Korea with restaurants moving from Seoul to be a part of the Renaissance. 3. Sinjang-dong, Pyeongtaek-si Sinjang-dong, Pyeongtaek-si is also known to foreigners as “Songtan”. Many local residents will only know it as Sinjang-dong (also spelled Shinjang-dong). It is the neighborhood that bumps up against the east side of Osan Air Force Base. This is the center of Pyeongtaek-si nightlife with dance clubs, bars, and restaurants. Since this neighborhood is accessible via Songtan Subway Station, it is a popular tourist spot. There are a variety of international restaurants as well. READ MORE about Sinjang-dong. 4. Seojeong-dong, Paengseong Seojeong-dong, Paengseong is also sometimes referred to as “Songtan” by some, which can cause confusion. This area is another great place to go out at night. It is filled with local bars, Korean BBQ, and late night coffee shops. This is also the location of Immigration, North Pyeongtaek City Hall, North Pyeongtaek Arts Center, and more. It is accessible by Seonjeongri Subway Station and hosts one of Pyeongtaek’s best local markets. Jisan-dong, Pyeongtaek-si across the train tracks east from Shinjang-dong (Songtan) is an important area called Jisan-dong. It is accessible by Songtan Subway Station and the Songtan Bus Terminal. Jisan-dong does not have a nightlife. It is primarily a residential and business area. It’s a convenient and comfortable place to live. 5. Jinwi-myeon, Pyeongtaek-si Jinwi-myeon, Pyeongtaek-si is an important but often overlooked area. It holds two of Pyeongtaek’s outdoor pools, hiking, historical sites, and the local youth camp center. It also has beautiful mountains, cute cafes, a river walk, rail bikes, and more. It is sparsely populated and accessible by Jinwi Subway Station. It is near the northern border of Pyeontaek-si. READ MORE about Jinwi-myeong! 6. Bijeon-dong, Pyeongtaek-si Bijeon-dong, Pyeongtaek-si is a large area that consists of both Old Bijeon-dong and New Bijeon-dong which is known across the city as Sosabeol. Sosabeol is the place to be for a night out. It is brand new and packed with restaurants, activities, bars, movie theaters, shopping, mini-parks, and cafes. It is fun and fancy. Old Bijeon-dong is more classic and traditional in feel. It is the location of Pyeongtaek City Hall, Pyeongtaek Art Center and many delicious Korean restaurants. READ MORE about Seosabeol/Bijeon-dong 7. Seo-Pyeongtaek Seo-Pyeongtaek is the term used for the more rural areas of west Pyeongtaek. It has hiking, a lake, access to the sea for fishing (no beaches), Pyeongtaek Port, Korean spas, saunas, bike paths, and cafes. It is rural and beautiful to explore. There are many hidden wonders you can discover with the help of South of Se South of SeoulFounded in 2015, the South of Seoul team consists of volunteers on three continents working together to support English-speaking people traveling or living in South Korea. South of Seoul volunteers work with organizations and individuals across South Korea to improve equitable access to information across South Korea. Much of South of Seoul’s information focuses on Pyeongtaek, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea. Blogs published under the authorship of “South of Seoul” include blogs compiled by multiple volunteers to improve access to standardized information unrelated to individualized personal experiences. www.southofseoul.net

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Pyeongtaek (평택) is made up of many different, unique little neighborhoods. Over the last 2 years Pyeongtaek neighborhoods have been reorganized, a new address system created, and – often – completely new names assigned. Combine this with the constantly changing English Speaking population that rotates through each year, and life becomes like a big game of Telephone as half information turns into mythical information. That’s where South of Seoul comes in. We are on the ground and updating the South of Seoul app each time we are alerted to a change or inconsistency. We also let folks know of why things are weird and the tricks to getting around these inconsistencies so life becomes smoother. Which means…. always let us know if a business is closed, a new one has opened, or something isn’t working right! We make those changes and keep things running smoothly. Now let’s learn about a local neighborhood: Introducing Pyeongtaek City (팽택동)  Just like there is a New York, New York there is a Pyeongtaek-dong (평택동), Pyeongtaek-si (팽택시). This is the area surrounding the transportation hub and department store AK Plaza at Pyeongtaek Station. The area used to be the center of Pyeongteak society. One of the only places people went out. It was hopping with anyone who was anyone and all the best, new businesses wanted to be here. Since it was located near the biggest transportation hub in a working-class city, it also had a captive audience. However, things have changed. Sadly, Google hasn’t caught up with this fact. Instead of giving current blog results, it still feeds blogs from years ago for places that are gone or simply outdated which makes Pyeongtaek seem more stuck in the past than it is. It also makes Pyeongtaek-dong seem like it’s still the center of Pyeongtaek life when it just isn’t. The truth is that since 2015 Pyeongtaek-si has rapidly expanded and the glamor of Pyeongtaek-dong has faded. The area is no longer the hip stop. Instead, for Koreans, it’s the teenager hangout. Those with big bank accounts or status have headed to Sosabeol to party. However, don’t discount it. This remains one of our favorite places to hang out. Let’s take a look at why that is. What makes the area stand out? Funny as it might sound, Pyeongtaek-dongs fading popularity isn’t bad news for everyone. Especially for the foreign population. It has opened up space for more mom and pop foreign restaurants to open their doors. These days the area has started to evolve into something completely different and exciting, a mini-international district that’s picking up speed. Most of these foreign restaurants and businesses are located in the direction of the traditional market and are easily missed if you aren’t looking. If you are looking though, on some streets, you will see more Chinese restaurants than meat restaurants. In addition to traditional Chinese food, you can find a variety of foreign restaurants such as Indian, Japanese, Nepali, Mongolian, Vietnamese, Thai and more. Highly worth wandering around and exploring this area of the city. South of Seoul has included many of these foreign restaurants in our Pyeogntaek Food + Fun directory. Leave your reviews and let us know which are your favorite. Tell us about new, delicious places you find so we can share them with the community. What is there to do in Pyeongtaek City? Since there are so many high school kids that hang out near AK Plaza, it’s kind of a bonus because it means there are plenty of affordable, fun things like clothing boutiques, make-up stores, roller skating, archery, escape room, PC bangs, nori bangs, movie theater, and more. You can take 10,000 to Pyeongtaek City and still find something fun to do even if it’s play Fortnight with your friends for a few hours. Heck, that’s like free AC in summer and heat in winter! You can find many of our favorite experiences and places (except for the shopping) listed in the Pyeongtaek Food + Fun directory in the South of Seoul app. All of the listings automatically sort by what is closest to you. This means the first parking that pops up is the parking close to you. The first restaurant is the restaurant most close to you. Etc. Since many new arrivals aren’t fully oriented to location, this can make things much easier. What are some of the area highlights? AK Plaza: This was Pyeongtaek’s first fancy place and it still holds up. It’s expensive and filled with all kinds of delights: movie theater, food courts, restaurants, rooftop viewing area, bookstore, etc. Movie Theaters: There are two movie theaters in the area. CGV and Mega Box. Tong Bok Market: The biggest traditional market in Pyeongtaek, is open 7 days a week. If you are on a budget and want to eat fresh fruits and veg – shop at the open markets. WAY cheaper than Emart or Home Plus. (Technically located in Tong Bok dong) Foreign Food Marts: This brings us to a very important aspect of the area. Pyeongtaek-dong and Tong-bok dong have numerous foreign food groceries where you can pick up what you need for Thai, Filipino, Vietnamese, Indian, or Russian cooking.  (Technically located in Tong Bok dong) Tong Bok Youth Forest: Tucked in the back of the traditional market is a magic little wonderland of restaurants and businesses owned by young owners. The perfect place to hang out with friends and stuff your face with delicious things. (Technically located in Tong Bok dong) AK Plaza: This was Pyeongtaek’s first fancy place and it still holds up. It’s expensive and filled with all kinds of delights: movie theater, food courts, restaurants, rooftop viewing area, bookstore, etc. Movie Theaters: There are two movie theaters in the area. CGV and Mega Box. Lotte Inverns: Popular housing tower where many expats choose to live due to it’s proximity to Pyeongtaek Station. What is the nightlife like? This is where we like to go out at night, however, it doesn’t have a club scene per say. Instead, it’s still a very Korean experience with places you can spend all night talking, eating and laughing with friends. We have often lost track of time going from one hangout spot to another and suddenly realized it was 4am or 6am. The scene isn’t hype. It’s chilled out and entraining with bottle bars (pubs where you help yourself to beers from a wall of fridges and then pay for the bottles on the way out), nori bangs, and late night chicken joints. What is transportation like? Parking: There is a plethora of affordable public parking lots which have been entered into the South of Seoul app. City Bus: Almost all buses end up at Pyeongtaek Station for transfer to other parts of the area so it’s very easy to get to. Use either Google Maps via the South of Seoul app or Naver to find the right bus for you. If you are coming from Camp Humphreys just jump on the 20 bus. Sig Flips The Table made an awesome blog about this in 2017. Express Bus: There are two bus stations in this area. These are listed in the South of Seoul Transportation Hubs along with schedules. Local Trains: The majority of trains leave from Pyeongtaek Dong. However, there is no KTX or SRT that stop at this station. KTX leaves from Cheonan or Suwon and the SRT leaves from Jijae one stop north of Pyeongtaek Station. Subway: Line one stops at Pyeongtaek station. It goes South to Asan and north to Seoul South of SeoulFounded in 2015, the South of Seoul team consists of volunteers on three continents working together to support English-speaking people traveling or living in South Korea. South of Seoul volunteers work with organizations and individuals across South Korea to improve equitable access to information across South Korea. Much of South of Seoul’s information focuses on Pyeongtaek, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea. Blogs published under the authorship of “South of Seoul” include blogs compiled by multiple volunteers to improve access to standardized information unrelated to individualized personal experiences. www.southofseoul.net

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Pyeongtaek-si (평택시) is made up of many different, unique little neighborhoods. Over the last 2 years Pyeongtaek neighborhoods have been reorganized, a new address system created, and – often – completely new names assigned. Combine this with the constantly changing English Speaking population that rotates through each year, and life becomes like a big game of Telephone as half information turns into mythical information. That’s where South of Seoul comes in. We are on the ground and updating the South of Seoul app each time we are alerted to a change or inconsistency. We also let folks know of why things are weird and the tricks to getting around these inconsistencies so life becomes smoother. Which means…. always let us know if a business is closed, a new one has opened, or something isn’t working right! We make those changes and keep things running smoothly. Now let’s learn about a local neighborhood: Introducing Jinwi (진위) Jinwi is the northernmost subway stop in Pyeongtaek-si, one stop before Osan, and ends on the border of Yongin in the east. It also happens to be one of the most beautiful and overlooked areas due to the lack of public transportation and the fact there is no reason to go there unless you have a destination in mind. You don’t accidentally end up in Jinwi. However, the fact people miss out on it is a total shame. Especially if you live near Osan AFB. Jinwi has some of the best things for families. We have seen English spelling variations include Jinhee, Jinwee, and Jinhi. What is there to do here? Despite the area being sparsely populated and not very big, the area is actually packed with things to do outdoors like two family-friendly outdoor pools, a sledding slope, youth camp, river path, temple, traditional school, hiking, delicious Korean restaurants, historical places, and more. As a bonus, because it’s rural these places (except the pools on a hot day) are rarely packed. Often you will be almost alone. This area is for the people are looking to get away from hustle and bustle. It’s also for Korean food lovers. Go check out the restaurants along the river. What about transportation? We aren’t going to lie, there isn’t a lot of public transit here. You need a bike or a car to get around. The good news is that biking and parking here is a snap so go forth and explore. Subway: Jinwi Station Parking: Free and pretty much park where you want. It’s the countryside. Buses: Not many. Best to take a car or a bike. South of SeoulFounded in 2015, the South of Seoul team consists of volunteers on three continents working together to support English-speaking people traveling or living in South Korea. South of Seoul volunteers work with organizations and individuals across South Korea to improve equitable access to information across South Korea. Much of South of Seoul’s information focuses on Pyeongtaek, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea. Blogs published under the authorship of “South of Seoul” include blogs compiled by multiple volunteers to improve access to standardized information unrelated to individualized personal experiences. www.southofseoul.net

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Did you just move to Osan Air Force Base (OSAFB)? Would you like to learn more about life in Sinjang-dong (Songtan)? This is THE guide to life outside the OSAFB Main Gate. About Sinjang-dong Sinjang-dong is the name of the neighborhood outside of Osan Air Force Base. The neighborhood is known for its international restaurants and nightlife but it also has a vibrant and thriving community with the services needed to build a happy life. You can read more about this neighborhood in our Neighborhood Intros blog. In the following image, you can see the boundaries of Sinjangdong. As you can see, this neighborhood is somewhat extensive. The majority of the locations listed below are within an easy 5-10 minute walk of each other near the Osan Air Force Base walk-in-gate. However, Sinjang-dong does extend quite far and some places might be a 20-30 minute walk or 5-minute drive. We have not included every available service in Sinjang-dong. Instead, we have focused on the services most often requested by the local international population. For more information, you can download the South of Seoul app and also join Pyeongtaek Food & Fun. Subway Station Parking (and Station location) Police Station Post Office Bank As of 2021, there is one bank brank in Sinjang-dong. It’s a Farmers Bank. They do have Global ATMs but they are not the easiest bank for foreigners to bank due to systems that don’t handle foreign information well and limited support services for foreign language speakers. We recommend that foreigners open bank accounts with Hana Bank (They offer Sunday hours near Pyeongtaek Station) or KB Bank. These two options offer solid English language support, English language apps, and banking services for international residents with Korean IDs. Affordable Household and Lifestyle Items Nightlife and Shopping Popular Neighborhood Restaurants Cafes and Bakeries Pet Clinic and Pet Supplies Vintage Clothing Hardware Store Electric Transportation Wellness Clinic Baptist Church with English Services Pyeongtaek International Exchange Foundations (PIEF) South of SeoulFounded in 2015, the South of Seoul team consists of volunteers on three continents working together to support English-speaking people traveling or living in South Korea. South of Seoul volunteers work with organizations and individuals across South Korea to improve equitable access to information across South Korea. Much of South of Seoul’s information focuses on Pyeongtaek, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea. Blogs published under the authorship of “South of Seoul” include blogs compiled by multiple volunteers to improve access to standardized information unrelated to individualized personal experiences. www.southofseoul.net

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Visit Pyeongtaek during Chuseok and eat all the delicious international food without the crowds or giant price tags. Where to Visit in Pyeongtaek During Chuseok International residents living in Pyeongtaek have far more options over the Chuseok holiday than other areas of South Korea. Due to the presence of two US Military Bases, Camp Humphreys Army base and Osan Air Force Base, a few neighborhoods in Pyeongtaek-si remain open throughout the holiday week. Does this mean every business in Pyeongtaek remains open during Chuseok? It does not, but more places than in other cities. In fact, there are four primary places you can go over the holiday weekend. Businesses that serve Pyeongtaek’s international residents are the most likely businesses to remain open. Don’t even worry! There will be plenty to do if you know where to look! Sinjang-dong near Osan Air Force Base The neighborhood in front of Osan Air Force Base, also known as the SED by those associated with the Air Force, remains busy during the Chuseok holiday. Many businesses are owned and staffed by international community members who don’t celebrate local holidays. Many Korean families will also visit the area during Chuseok since the businesses around their homes may be closed for the holiday. This can often give the streets in front of Osan Air Force base a slightly festive and fun feel during Chuseok. Anjeong-ri Near Camp Humphreys Much of the neighborhood in front of Camp Humphreys also stays open during Chuseok. The crowd in this area tends to be mostly US Army during the Chuseok holiday as families may stay home to avoid the extensive traffic during the Chuseok Holiday. It is often a quiet and easygoing place to visit during the holiday time. Sosabeol Sosbeol is one of Pyeongtaek’s favorite neighborhoods for hanging out. That means many businesses remain open over the Chuseok holiday, even on Chuseok itself. Folks from across the Pyeongtaek will often head to Sosabeol to spend some time outside the house. Korean society is ever-changing and the younger generation enjoys meeting up with friends after the day with family. Not every business will be open, but many will. Additionally, Sosabeol businesses may have modified hours and open late in the day (after 5pm) or close early. Visit Sosabeol with an open mind and use Chuseok as a chance to try something new! Read Two More Important Blogs About Chuseok! There is more to know about Chuseok! Be sure to read these two blogs as well Supporting & Celebrating Chuseok Things to Do in or Near Pyeongtaek Over Chuseok South of SeoulFounded in 2015, the South of Seoul team consists of volunteers on three continents working together to support English-speaking people traveling or living in South Korea. South of Seoul volunteers work with organizations and individuals across South Korea to improve equitable access to information across South Korea. Much of South of Seoul’s information focuses on Pyeongtaek, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea. Blogs published under the authorship of “South of Seoul” include blogs compiled by multiple volunteers to improve access to standardized information unrelated to individualized personal experiences. www.southofseoul.net

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Looking for the best restaurants, cafes, and spots for drinks in Pyeongtaek? Here are the winners of the 2022 Best of Pyeongtaek Awards! What is the South of Seoul Best of Pyeongtaek Poll? South of Seoul is proud to host the 6th Annual Best of Pyeongtaek Poll to celebrate our delicious and delightful community. Founded in 2015, the South of Seoul (SOS) volunteer organization supports ex-pats living outside Seoul. The SOS volunteers manage multiple Facebook groups, the South of Seoul Facebook page, the South of Seoul blog, the SOS Public Health Program, and the South of Seoul smartphone app. You can see a review of 2022 SOS accomplishments here. Our volunteers adore the rich life we live south of Seoul, and we feel honored to help new arrivals discover the hidden magic it holds. Pyeongtaek is a rewarding mix of city life and country life which can make it a challenge for new arrivals since access may feel complicated. However, with a little information like the ‘Best of Pyeongtaek Poll Winners’ list, Pyeongtaek-si can be a delightful place for new arrivals and long-term international residents alike. How did the South of Seoul Best of Pyeongtaek Poll change in 2022? For 2022 we added a few new categories and withdrew a few to respond to the changes in our community’s dining needs and culinary interests. Since SOS volunteers stay closely connected with the community, we adjust the categories each year to reflect what is happening. We assess the current needs of the international community by analyzing the information and questions shared in our various community groups. Such an agile program design means the Best of Pyeongtaek Poll is a little different each year. Who votes in the Best of Pyeongtaek Poll? The South of Seoul Best of Pyeongtaek poll is open to the public. We make every feasible effort to reach outside the South of Seoul community into the communities around us to gain an authentic insight into the preferences of English-speaking international residents in Pyeongtaek. SOS volunteers feel confirmation bias does not serve the greater good, so we seek opinions outside of our own sphere of influence. We want the Best of Pyeongtaek Poll to hold accurate information, whether that information matches our beliefs or not. South of Seoul limits each business to 3 wins. We do this to keep the poll results engaging, helpful, and informative. In addition, since write-in votes are allowed, and some businesses may have an overwhelming advantage due to location and language ability, limiting the number of wins per business to 3 categories creates a better experience for all involved. South of Seoul volunteers want to meet the community’s authentic needs. Therefore, the South of Seoul Best of Pyeongtaek Poll provides us with the insight we need by reflecting on the opinions of others. That said, nothing about this poll is scientific. It is for fun and for community development. We level the playing field by leaving the poll open for two weeks so that community members can vote once a day and deeply support the people and businesses they love. Over 320 ballots were cast in 2021, over 730 were submitted in 2022, and over 760 in 2023. What did you learn from the Best of Pyeongtaek Poll in 2023? When reviewing the responses to The Best of Pyeongtaek 2023 poll, we found that English-speaking residents’ comfort zone in Pyeongtaek continued to expand! We can see this trend based on the increasing votes for locations beyond Sinjang-dong and Anjeong-ri. This trend started in 2018 and continues to grow each year. We love to see the international community comfortably exploring more areas across Pyeongtaek-si. In 2023, 33% of Best of Pyeongtaek winners are located away from US military bases. Each year more votes are cast for businesses that 1) aren’t English-dominant or 2) are located outside the Songtan/Sinjang-dong or Paengseong-eup areas. This growing trend makes our South of Seoul hearts very happy. In 2023, we learned that South of Seoul continues to be a leader in information in Pyeongtaek. Our Pyeongtaek Food & Fun Facebook Group has been a powerhouse of information with the community that allows us all to come together to support people every single day. The hard work of each Pyeongtaek Food & Fun member has driven the group to become one of the most influential places for international residents living in Pyeongtaek to gather information.  We want to congratulate the SOS Technology Development Volunteers for continuing to build the South of Seoul app. We never imagined a volunteer-built app could compete in Pyeongtaek with giants like Naver, Kakao, Google, and Facebook. Enough talking, time to get down to business. *drum roll please* We are proud to announce the amazing, hard-working, talented winners of The Best of Pyeongtaek 2022. Go visit them all! PYEONGTAEK’S BEST NEIGHBORHOODS SOSABEOL Offers the Best Experience for Date Nights and Families Two common questions in the Pyeongtaek Food & Fun group are, “Where can we go on a date?” or “Where can I go that’s family-friendly?” Every year since the Best of Pyeongtaek Poll started, Sosabeol has been the date night choice of English-speaking residents of Pyeongtaek. Past Awards: PAENGSEONG-EUP (ANJEONG-RI) Offers the Best Experience for Hanging Out The English-speaking residents of Pyeongtaek have spoken and chosen Paengseong-eup (this includes Anjeongri-ri). This is the first win for Paengseong (Anjeongri) as in the past, Sosabeol has swept all of the votes for Best “Date Night” Neighborhood, Best “Family” Neighborhood, and Best “Hangout” Neighborhood. So, if you want to hang out with friends or find new friends, maybe consider visiting Anjeong-ri for an evening of bar hopping and evening fun. PYEONGTAEK’S BEST RESTAURANT WINNERS IN 2022 Best International Grilled Meat: BRAAI REPUBLIC Neighborhood: Pyeongtaek-si, Paengseong (Near Camp Humphreys Army Base) Braai Republic offers heaping plates of South African comfort food including grilled lamb, ribs, chicken, and more. Braai Republic also has a location in Seoul. In addition to their BBQ, we also recommend their hearty and filling meat pies. Braai has been winning Best of Pyeongtaek awards since 2018! Braai Republic’s Other Awards: Support This Business Best Pub / Sports Bar: Sous Vide Chicken Pub Neighborhood: Pyeongtaek-si, Jukbaek-dong (Sosabeol) Sous Vide Chicken Pub has a unique and interesting menu. They even have a giant chicken dish that gets set on fire. It’s hard to compete with a restaurant that offers delicious and exciting food along with a nice assortment of beers, including some they brew themselves. This is their first year winning Best Pub or Sports Bar. Sous Vide Chicken‘s Other Awards: Support This Business: Best American BBQ Restaurant: JP’S BBQ Neighborhoods: Pyeongtaek-si, Paengseong and Sinjang (Near Camp Humphreys Army Base and Osan Air Force Base) JPs has been working hard to bring authentic USA-style smoked meat to Pyeongtaek for years, and that work has paid off! He started out working the pink carts in Songtan and grew into a catering company. In 2018, he and his wife opened their own storefront in Paengseon,g and in 2019, they opened a second location in Songtan/Sinjang-dong. Since last year they continue to sweep all non-Korean BBQ categories. JP’s BBQ’s Other Awards: Support This Business Best Pork Galbi Restaurant: MYEONGNYUM AYCE Neighborhood: Pyeongtaek-si, Paengseong (Near Camp Humphreys Army Base) Myeongnyum AYCE is another popular galbi restaurant in South Korea that recently opened a new location in Paengseong. The location became a big hit with the English-speaking community in 2021 earning them their first Best of Pyeongtaek award. Not only is their galbi excellent, they are also all-you-can-eat (AYCE). Myeongnyu AYCE Other Awards: Support This Business Best Korean BBQ Restaurant: ARIRANG Neighborhood: Pyeongtaek-si, Paengseong (Near Camp Humphreys Army Base) Arirang has been around for many years. The location offers delicious Korean BBQ and side dishes near gorgeous cafes. It makes it the perfect spot for families, couples, and companies. The location also offers plenty of parking huge tables and private rooms. This is Arirang’s second Best of Pyeongtaek win. They greatly deserve it since they are popular with both Korean and English-speaking residents. Arirang’s Other Awards: Support This Business Best Fried Chicken: MR CHICKEN Neighborhood: Pyeongtaek-si, Sinjang-dong (Near Osan Air Force Base) Mr. Chicken has been at it for a while in the Sinjang-dong area. The location is towards the end of the Sinjang Shopping Mall off the beaten path. With delicious options including garlic soy sauce, yangnyeom or just plain fried chicken, you cannot go wrong. And top off your order with his french fry and tater tots mix! The perfect meal for hungry days. This is Mr. Chicken’s first Best of Pyeongtaek win. Support This Business Best Family Restaurant: SOUS VIDE CHICKEN PUB Neighborhood: Pyeongtaek-si, Jukbaek-dong (Sosabeol) Sous Vide Chicken Pub has a unique and interesting menu. They even have a giant chicken dish that gets set on fire. It’s hard to compete with a restaurant that offers delicious and exciting food along with a nice assortment of beers, including some they brew themselves. Sous Vide Chicken Pub’s Other Awards: Support This Business Best NOT Fried Chicken: SOUS VIDE CHICKEN PUB Neighborhood: Pyeongtaek-si, Jukbaek-dong (Sosabeol) Not everyone enjoys fried chicken and you have great options. The best option in Pyeongtaek is Sous Vide Chicken Pub where you can have sous vide chicken dishes that melt off the bone. Sous Vide Chicken Pub Other Awards: Support This Business Best South American Restaurant: CEVICHE 210 Neighborhood: Pyeongtaek-si, Sinjang-dong (Near Osan Air Force Base) When you think Pyeongtaek you probably don’t think “What an amazing place for Peruvian food!”… but you should. The best of the bunch is hands down, Ceviche 210. It’s a show-stopper. It’s hard to pick a favorite dish on their menu because it’s all friggen’ delicious. Their green sauce is a legend all its own. Ceviche 210 also offers stunning off-site catering for your events. They often cater events for the Peruvian embassy in Seoul. Ceviche 210’s Other Awards: Support This Business Best Filipino Restaurant: MABUHAY PHILIPPINE FOOD Neighborhood: Pyeongtaek-si, Paengseong (Near Camp Humphreys Army Base) In Pyeongtaek-si, we have been blessed with a plethora of Filipino options. This year the small but mighty Mabuhay Philippine Food restaurant took home the title of Best of Filipino Food in Pyeongtaek. Their diverse menu and excellent prices made them a favorite. Support This Business Best Thai Restaurant: TASTE of THAILAND Neighborhood: Pyeongtaek-si, Paengseong (Near Camp Humphreys Army Base) Taste of Thailand moved to Pyeongtaek from Seoul and is one of the newest Thai restaurants to enter the food scene in our area. Their experience allowed them to move through 2020 with confidence that impressed the community. They continue to deliver consistent food and service. Their iced tea is an absolute MUST Try. Taste of Thailand’s Other Awards: Support This Business Best Fusion-Mexican or Mexican: QUE RICO Neighborhood: Pyeongtaek-si, Paengseong (Near Camp Humphreys Army Base) Que Rico has been a Pyeongtaek favorite for many years. Their focus on traditional Mexican food and a great atmosphere make it the perfect spot for tacos and other Mexican meals. If you love authentic Mexican food, flavors and tacos, make sure to put Que Rico on your list of top spots. Que Rico’s Other Awards: Support This Business Best Vietnamese: PHO VIETNAM Neighborhood: Pyeongtaek-si, Paengseong (Near Camp Humphreys Army Base) Vietnamese restaurants became a popular trend across Pyeongtaek in 2020 with a wide variety of new spots opening in many different neighborhoods. However, Pho Vietnam stood out. Tucked away on a side street in Anjeongri near Camp Humphreys, this small restaurant continues to offer big flavor and good prices. Pho Vietnam’s Other Awards: Support This Business Best Middle Eastern: RED ONION Neighborhood: Pyeongtaek-si, Paengseong (Near Camp Humphreys Army Base) Red Onion, one of the oldest Turkish kebab restaurants in the area, moved into a big, beautiful space in 2019. The new space and their improved menu certainly wowed Pyeongtaek. They won Best Middle Eastern restaurant by a landslide despite some stiff competition. We are loving this new trend in fancy middle eastern restaurants. They offer classic middle eastern dishes and delicious fusion burgers and tacos. Red Onion’s Other Awards: Support This Business Best...

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Want to know more about Pyeongtaek? Let’s explore one of its most beautiful areas, Jinwi-myeon. A quiet retreat from the hustle and bustle of the city. About Pyeongtaek-si and South of Seoul Pyeongtaek-si (평택시) is made up of many different, unique little neighborhoods. Over the last 2 years Pyeongtaek neighborhoods have been reorganized, a new address system created, and – often – completely new names assigned. Combine this with the constantly changing English Speaking population that rotates through each year, and life becomes like a big game of Telephone as half of the information turns into mythical information. That’s where South of Seoul comes in. We are on the ground and updating the South of Seoul app each time we are alerted to a change or inconsistency. We also let folks know of why things are weird and the tricks to getting around these inconsistencies so life becomes smoother. Which means…. always let us know if a business is closed, a new one has opened, or something isn’t working right! We make those changes and keep things running smoothly. Now let’s learn about a local neighborhood: About Jinwi-myeon Located in the upper right corner of Pyeongtaek-si, Jinwi-myeon is one of the hillier areas of the Administrative District. The neighborhood of Jinwi has begun to grow as more factories move into the area, but it still hosts beautiful hiking trails and a lovely, quiet river to walk or ride your bike along. It’s the perfect spot for kids to get their energy out and for outdoor lovers to find a little peace and quiet. Additionally, Jinwi hosts the majority of Pyeongtaek-si’s key tourist attractions. We will share some of these locations further along in this post. Jinwi Subway Station Jinwi-myeon has one subway stop. It’s on Seoul Line 1 which goes south to Asan and north to Seoul. You can easily hop off here with your bike on a weekend to enjoy reading around this rural community. Things to Do in Jinwi-Myeon Jinwi-myeon has a surprising number of things to do. Jinwi Cafes to Try Jinwi-Myeon offers a few lovely cafes to try. The cafes in the area tend to focus on creating a peaceful and restful space for visitors to relax and recover from their busy lives. Jinwi Restaurants to Try Jinwi also offers a few restaurants that you should certainly try when you visit. The following restaurants offer delicious food and usually have plenty of parking. Other You may also find these other locations interesting to visit while in Jinwi. Videos About Jinwi-myeon For those that love videos, check the following YouTube content to learn more about Jinwi-myeon, Pyeongtaek. South of SeoulFounded in 2015, the South of Seoul team consists of volunteers on three continents working together to support English-speaking people traveling or living in South Korea. South of Seoul volunteers work with organizations and individuals across South Korea to improve equitable access to information across South Korea. Much of South of Seoul’s information focuses on Pyeongtaek, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea. Blogs published under the authorship of “South of Seoul” include blogs compiled by multiple volunteers to improve access to standardized information unrelated to individualized personal experiences. www.southofseoul.net

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