Are you looking for the best samgyetang restaurants in the Pyeongtaek area? Then, here are nine spots where you can find ginseng chicken soup to fill your bellies and beat the heat. 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 samgyetang restaurant recommendations provided exist within the city of Pyeongtaek. 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 Samgyetang? If you have been following along with A Year to Learn Korean Cooking blogs, we recently posted about this fabulous ginseng chicken soup, Samgyetang 삼계탕. This soup features a whole young chicken stuffed with garlic, glutinous rice (sweet rice), jujubes, and ginseng. However, some locations add other herbs or even medicinal herbs to the soup to make it an even more of a health food. While Koreans believe this soup will help to refresh your stamina and replenish your body from the heat, this soup may also become favorite Korean comfort food. Although samgyetang can be eaten year-round, Koreans eat this most often during the hottest days of summer (also known as the dog days of summer). It is not uncommon to see people lined up on the three hottest days referred to as Sambok 삼복. Sambok comes from sam, meaning three, and bok referring to a Chinese character of a dog lying down due to the hot weather. For more information about Sambok and the traditions, check out the article Sambok in Korea: Why Hot Soup Is the Secret to Beating Summer Heat from United on the RoK magazine. The three hottest days of the year (sambok) change each year but usually occur between June and August. These days are known in Korea as chobok 초복, jungbok 중복, and malbok 말복. This spans about a month. Chobok and jungbok are ten days apart, and jungbok and malbok are twenty days apart. For 2023, the dates are as follows: July 11 (chobok), July 21 (jungbok), and August 11 (malbok). Also, there are many kits and options that allow you to make samgyetang at home relatively quick and easy. However, if you prefer to let someone else do the cooking for you, check out one of the nine recommended samgyetang restaurants in Pyeongtaek below. Nine Samgyetang Restaurants in Pyeongtaek KimchiRednecks Samgyetang Videos We love to try new foods and find local places to enjoy the fabulous Korean cuisine. Therefore, we eat at a lot of different locations to experience whatever is available. Often, we will choose a recipe and try a few restaurants. Afterwards, we research recipes, so we can make the dishes at home. Currently, we have two videos available: one for cooking samgyetang and one for one of the restaurants. However, since this list of Samgyetang Restaurants in Pyeongtaek is quite extensive, we will definitely explore more of the options above for variety. If you check out our YouTube channel, you can find other restaurant reviews and cooking videos and much more. We update content regularly. How to Source Additional Information About These Locations If you have questions about things like business hours, you can use the free foreigner support app/phone number 1330. 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. Volunteer with South of Seoul Interested in working with a fun team of talented volunteers? The South of Seoul volunteer team is always looking for other like-minded folks to research information, compile blogs, and edit content. KimchiRednecksAbout Melissa Edwards-Whittington & Chuck Whittington (KimchiRednecks) Chuck and Melissa—also known as the KimchiRednecks—have been living in Korea since 2017 and documenting their life abroad since launching their YouTube channel in 2018. Originally created to share their adventures with friends and family back in the U.S., KimchiRednecks has since grown into a vibrant and dynamic platform that reflects their love for Korean culture, food, travel, and everyday life. From foodie explorations and recipe experiments to gaming, tech, and car projects (especially the BRZ), their content offers a fun and honest window into expat life. Chuck Whittington is a graduate of Francis Marion University with a degree in Information Systems Management. With over two decades of experience in IT, Chuck combines his technical expertise with a long-standing fascination with Korea—having visited many times before moving permanently. He’s the tech-savvy side of KimchiRednecks and brings a love for innovation, gaming, and cars to the channel. Melissa Edwards-Whittington holds a degree in Bible with a minor in Elementary Education from Mid-Atlantic Christian University. She has worn many hats over the years—working in customer service, marketing, and now also serving as a volunteer Co-Editor and Social Media Marketing Manager for United on the RoK Magazine. Her writing and digital work focus on building community and supporting military-connected and expatriate populations in Korea. Melissa also volunteers with South of Seoul, where she helps manage online social media groups, supports local language exchanges, and creates original content to assist newcomers and long-term residents alike. Together, Chuck and Melissa share their lives with their three beloved Shih Tzu daughters—Minion, Sookie (forever in their hearts), and Mayhem—who are frequently featured in their videos and social media posts. Whether they’re sipping coffee at a neighborhood café, exploring hidden corners of Korea, or experimenting with homemade whiskey and brandy on their second channel, Shining with KimchiRednecks, Chuck and Melissa are passionate about sharing the real and ever-evolving journey of life abroad. One of their greatest joys is cooking, and they frequently document their culinary adventures—especially their experiences learning to prepare Korean dishes and other global cuisines—on their YouTube channel, inviting others to celebrate food, culture, and connection alongside them. 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