Shandong Province

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A neighborhood Chinese restaurant near Seoul Regional Military Manpower Administration Station, known for old-style tangsuyuk and gan-jjajang.

At 산동성, the appeal is the familiar pleasure of a neighborhood Chinese restaurant: a table crowded with noodles, fried pork and shared dishes, without ceremony. In Yeongdeungpo, near Seoul Regional Military Manpower Administration Station, this is a place for the classics—especially gan-jjajang and tangsuyuk—served in a roomy dining hall that can accommodate groups. The gan-jjajang is the dish to start with. One diner describes a generous onion-rich sauce, glossy with oil and savory enough to cling to the noodles; another found the seasoning moderately sweet and salty, with noodles that were less firm than expected. Add a little chili powder, as one visitor suggests, to sharpen the deep, roasted character of the black-bean sauce. It’s an inviting choice when you want something more substantial than a plain bowl of jjajangmyeon. Tangsuyuk makes a good centerpiece. The pork is noted for its substantial pieces, and the sweet-and-sour sauce has the familiar balance of tang and sweetness. Texture depends on the visit: one account praises a crisp coating, while another found it softer and especially satisfying with sauce. If you enjoy the tender, sauce-soaked style, there’s a case for eating it as it comes; if you prefer to keep the crust crisp, ask about serving the sauce separately. For a fuller spread, visitors have paired the pork with gan-jjajang, fried rice or dumplings. Some meal orders also came with a small serving of spicy jjamppong broth, a warming extra that brings a little heat to the table. The room’s multiple tables and reported private rooms make 산동성 practical for a family meal or a gathering, while the food stays rooted in the dependable repertoire of a local Chinese restaurant. Come for a classic combination: glossy gan-jjajang, tangsuyuk to share, and a pot of tea while you decide what else the table needs.