Have you tried Pumpkin Duck in Pyeongtaek? We feel this Korean dish is one of the best foods ever.
Where is Pyeongtaek
Feel free to skip this section if you live in Pyeongtaek or know about the area.
Pyeongtaek-si is located in the southern portion of the Gyeonggi-do province. This large city includes both US military installations, Camp Humphreys and Osan Air Base.
The pumpkin duck restaurant recommendations provided exist within the city of Pyeongtaek.
Therefore, In this blog post, South of Seoul provides addresses and phone numbers. However, we recommend using this information in either Naver Maps or Kakao Maps for the best results. As a result, such apps help you figure out how far each restaurant might be from you.
What is Pumpkin Duck?
One of Pyeongtaek’s best kept culinary secrets is a dish known as Pumpkin Duck. It is, quite simply, duck that has been cooked inside of a Korean pumpkin. Yes, I know this sounds too simple to be dreamy perfection, but just trust us on this one – you need to try it.
Also, don’t wait until halfway through your time here to give it a try. If you love it as much we do you are going to want to eat here as many times as possible during your stay. We don’t want you to live with regrets.
Pumpkin Duck Restaurants in Pyeongtaek
There are are two restaurants where this dish is best. There are two near Osan Air Base and one opened up closer to Sosabeol. So, it is easier for you to get an opportunity to enjoy this.
Remember, as is Korean dinner tradition, Pumpkin Duck isn’t a meal for one person. Two people or more are needed to make this happen.
Pumpkin Duck Shabu Shabu 호박오리샤브샤브
The first option, and our favorite, is where the Pumpkin Duck is a second course served after a duck broth Shabu Shabu filled with shaved pork and fresh vegetables. We love this meal because it’s delicious, filling, and affordable. The new location is also romantic, beautiful, and hard to find. Located one a one-lane road behind a local university. If you think you are completely lost, you are most likely headed in the right direction.
Pumpkin Duck Shabu Shabu
031-667-2372
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A wide variety of side dishes, excellent fresh greens, delicious pork, and duck roasted in pumpkin make this an area favorite.
Hangul Address
경기 평택시 장안웃길 56-70
Pumpkin Duck Shabu Shabu New!
0507-1462-1161
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Pumpkin duck shabu shabu course meal. Larger modern restaurant with plenty of parking in the back.
Hangul Address
경기 평택시 관동길 5
Also Duck 또오리
If you want to focus only on the Pumpkin Duck, then this is the restaurant you want to try. It’s a bit more expensive and a bit easier to find but just as delicious. The restaurant is also older and has a more traditional feel.
Tto Duck
0507-1418-5245
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Lots of duck dishes. Pumpkin duck. Great banchan
Hangul Address
경기 평택시 오리곡길 29-5
Honestly, though, if you have any interest in duck or delicious food these are two must try spots. We consider this one of the best foodie meals in the area.
How to Source Additional Information About These Locations
Whenever you have questions about things like business hours, you can use the free foreigner support app/phone number 1330. In addition, this is really helpful especially around holidays to make sure if a business will be open when you want to visit. With this app, you can prevent a wasted trip to a location when they are enjoying their regular day off or a holiday.
Join the Pyeongtaek Food & Fun Facebook Group
You are also welcome to join our Pyeongtaek Food & Fun Facebook Group. The South of Seoul moderated community of active and friendly Pyeongtaek international residents makes moving to Pyeongtaek easier. With so many different voices and opinions, it is always refreshing to see everyone’s adventures in our local community. In addition, all of the posts shared introduce our community to new places and old places that can feel new all over again.
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