How to Choose a Restaurant in Yeoju or Gonjiam Before and After a Round at Rexfield CC

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Located at 1115 Gwangyeo-ro, Sanbuk-myeon, Yeoju-si, Gyeonggi-do, Rexfield CC is a 27-hole membership golf course owned by Woongjin Group. Divided into three courses—Lake, Mountain, and Valley—it boasts the motto "27 Holes, 27 Colors," with Tom Peck, formerly of the world-renowned design firm Nicklaus Design, assigning distinct characteristics to each course. The Par 3 7th hole of the Lake Course features Korea's first black sand bunker, reportedly made by grinding marble, and works by Italian sculptor Giuliano Banzi are displayed inside and outside the clubhouse, leading many reviews to describe the course as resembling a sculpture park rather than a golf course. It takes approximately one hour to reach from the Gangnam area of ​​Seoul via the Jungbu Expressway No. 1.

The area surrounding Rexfield CC in Sanbuk-myeon and Gonjiam-eup, Yeoju, is home to a diverse range of restaurants specializing in black goat meat, buckwheat noodles, and refined Korean set meals. There are also many restaurants that are frequently mentioned alongside nearby prestigious golf courses such as Rose Bien CC, East Valley CC, Greenhill CC, and Namchon CC, making them a good resource for local golfers to consider.

01Clubhouse dining, a mix of anticipation and disappointment

Reviews indicate that the Rexfield CC Clubhouse is convenient because ordering via tablet eliminates the need to wait for staff. One visitor who ordered Yeolmu Bibimbap and Doenjang Jjigae before an afternoon tee-off expressed satisfaction, stating, "Golf course restaurants often have food that is too salty, making you constantly reach for water, but that wasn't the case here." However, another visitor left an honest review, noting that the breakfast selection was somewhat ordinary compared to the course conditions and that the boneless chicken karaage at the halfway house felt expensive at 55,000 won.

Given how excellent the course was, I think it would become a truly perfect golf course if the food and beverage offerings were upgraded as well.

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02At dawn and in the morning, head toward Gonjiam

If you want to fill your stomach before an early tee-off, there is 'Seolhwang Hwangtae Haejangguk'. Located at 705 Gwangyeo-ro, Gonjiam-eup, Gwangju-si, Gyeonggi-do, it is a 10-minute drive from Rexfield CC. Reviews state that it is not a clear dried pollack soup, but rather a rich style with a strong perilla seed aroma; it is savory and not overly spicy, making it a good choice for a winter morning round. There is also the nearby 'Wanggil Sikdang Gonjiam Main Branch' (714 Gwangyeo-ro), where the bulgogi set meal (25,000 won per person), which includes rice cooked in a pot as standard, is praised for its delicious rice.

If you are looking for a place that opens early in the morning, there is also Megina Baechu. Located on the first floor at 713 Gwangyeo-ro, Gonjiam-eup, Gwangju-si, Gyeonggi-do, it is open from 5 AM (6 AM during the winter season from December to February) to 3 PM and is closed every Monday. It is located just 8 minutes from Greenhill CC, and is not far from Rexfield CC and Namchon CC. The Baechu-guk-yuk (Cabbage Soup with Pork) (12,000 won) comes with five side dishes, and there is a tip that men are recommended to order the pork along with the cabbage soup rather than just the soup alone. There are also menu items such as Sea Catfish Clear Soup and Spicy Soup (20,000 won per person), which require a minimum order of two people, and Turmeric Half-Chicken Soup (12,000 won).

03Nourishing your body with black goat

'Suyang Farm Garden Black Goat Gonjiam Main Branch' is consistently mentioned after a physically demanding round of golf. It is located at 110-3, Gyeongchungdaero 295beon-gil, Gonjiam-eup, Gwangju-si, Gyeonggi-do, and is open from 11:00 to 21:00 (weekday break time from 16:00 to 17:00, closed on Tuesdays). Many visitors combine their trip with visits to nearby golf courses such as Namchon CC, Rexfield CC, and Jungbu CC, as well as Hwadamsup Forest. Reviews suggest that due to its popularity, making a reservation via Naver is recommended on weekends.

If you are in the Sanbuk-myeon area of ​​Yeoju, there is also 'Sanbuk Black Goat'. It is located at 1107 Gwangyeo-ro, Sanbuk-myeon, Yeoju-si, Gyeonggi-do, and is easily accessible from Rexfield CC. Parking is convenient in front of the store, and the interior is spacious enough to accommodate large groups, so it is often mentioned as a venue for after-parties for golf gatherings. A popular set includes a two-person portion of the Mountain-High Hot Pot (60,000 won) accompanied by Stone Pot Rice (2,500 won).

04Light meal with buckwheat noodles and spicy chicken ribs

After a round of golf on a hot day, 'Seorak Makguksu Chuncheon Dakgalbi Gonjiam Branch' is a great choice. Located on the first floor at 809-24 Gwangyeo-ro, Gonjiam-eup, Gwangju-si, Gyeonggi-do, it is open from Tuesday to Sunday from 10:30 to 21:30 (closed on Mondays). Situated right next to the Donggonjiam IC, it is an 8-minute drive from Rexfield CC and within 10 minutes of various golf courses such as East Valley CC, Namchon GC, Rose Bien GC, and Greenhill CC. Reviews indicate that the combination of the charcoal-grilled Dakgalbi (16,000 won), made with 100% domestic chicken thigh meat, and the homemade buckwheat makguksu (10,000 won), made fresh daily, is excellent.

If you are looking for a luxurious meal, there is also 'Byeokje Pyongyang Naengmyeon Gonjiam Branch.' Newly opened near Rose Bien, East Valley, and Rexfield CC, the menu offers a wide range of options beyond its signature Pyongyang Naengmyeon, including domestic Hanwoo cut sirloin, ribeye, skirt steak, and bulgogi; main courses such as Eobok-jaengban and Galbittagwi; and even Hanwoo Seolleongtang, Hanwoo Gomtang, and Lamb Gomtang. Reviews indicate that it is suitable for gatherings looking to enjoy a light glass of wine after a round of golf, featuring a wine list with four of France's top five wines and private rooms.

05A neat and tidy Korean set meal

There is also 'Geoneop-ri Boribap,' recognized as a Blue Ribbon restaurant in Gonjiam. Located at 841 Gwangyeo-ro, Gonjiam-eup, Gwangju-si, Gyeonggi-do, it is open daily from 7:00 to 21:00, making breakfast available. Both Rexfield CC and East Valley CC are within a 10-minute drive. In addition to the basic barley rice, the nutritious pot rice and dried yellow corvina set meal are popular; a tip is that the proper way to eat the nutritious pot rice is to finish with sungnyung (rice water).

If you are looking for a fermented set meal, there is also 'Gungtteul,' a restaurant frequently mentioned among golfers at Gonjiam CC, Jungbu CC, Rose Bien CC, The Sienna Seoul CC, and Rexfield CC. Reviews indicate that it is a popular venue for company dinners and award ceremonies, as you can enjoy an outdoor garden barbecue alongside a meal prepared with 70-year-old starter soy sauce and soybean paste and vinegar fermented in earthenware jars. Additionally, information near Rexfield CC introduces 'Jeonju Sikdang' for its light braised pollack and mackerel; 'Pumsil Sanghoe Jayeon Bapsang,' a natural-style dining restaurant; 'Chogye-tang Makguksu,' a refreshing summer dish; 'Jeonju Ureong Ssambap,' which combines vegetables, meat, and rice; and 'Ppulnan Beoseot,' ideal for those seeking light and healthy meals. It is recommended to check business hours and reservation availability in advance before visiting with a group.

06A drive and a cup of coffee

If you want to enjoy brunch near Ludencia & Rexfield CC, there is 'Dangbit'. It is located on the first floor at 7 Jueo-ro, Sanbuk-myeon, Yeoju-si, Gyeonggi-do, and is open from 10:30 to 19:00 (closed every Sunday). The signature dishes are the cast-iron pot pork cutlet and the Dangbit Brunch, and reviews indicate that the brunch menu is substantial enough for a full meal.

If you are looking for a quiet drive, there is also 'Cafe Arch'. Located on the first floor at 25 Yongdam 1-gil, Sanbuk-myeon, Yeoju-si, Gyeonggi-do, it is closed every Friday and is open from 11:00 to 18:00. Reviews indicate that you must pass through a secluded road where rice fields and mountains meet, and since it is close to Ludencia and Rexfield CC, it is a good option to combine with a round of golf for an outing.

07A quick overview of the places introduced today

Prices and business hours are based on the time of this review and are subject to change, so we recommend confirming by phone or map app before making a reservation or visiting.

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