How to Choose a Restaurant in Dongtan Before and After a Round at Rivera CC

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Located at 183 Jungni-gil, Dongtan-gu, Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do, Rivera CC is a 36-hole membership golf course with a history spanning over half a century, having opened in 1972 under the name 'Gwanak CC'. It consists of four courses—Cherry, Hill, Pine, and Valley—and is famous as an 'apartment view golf course' where the high-rise apartments of Dongtan New Town are clearly visible during a round. It is also characterized by its facilities, which include a driving range, a Par 3 course, restaurants specializing in Hanwoo beef and black pork, and banquet halls.

The biggest advantage of Rivera CC is its proximity to Dongtan New City, making dining convenient. From a quick meal before an early morning round to a hearty meat feast after your round and meals for group gatherings, you can easily find everything you need in the Sinricheon Cafe Street and Dongtan-daero areas. We have compiled reviews from various bloggers who have visited Rivera CC to list places worth stopping by before or after your round.

01If you resolve it inside the clubhouse — Gwanakjeong

The nearest dining spot is 'Gwanakjeong,' located inside the golf course. Situated on the L floor of the Cherry Building at the Rivera CC Golf Training Center, it offers easy access, and its signature dishes include Neungi Galbitang (beef rib soup with mushrooms), Yukhoe Bibimbap (raw beef bibimbap), Hanwoo beef, and Jeju Black Pork Chilgyeopsal. Reviews indicate that the spacious restaurant features private rooms, making it suitable for both quiet meals and group dining. If you are heading out for an early morning round, 'Byeolnan Beoseotjip' is also mentioned as an alternative, serving unique mushroom yukgaejang (spicy beef soup) and mushroom bulgogi stew with a rich mushroom flavor.

02Hangover cure for early morning rounders

'Baegam Jin Sundaeguk Gamjatang Dongtan Rivera CC Branch' (5-57, Dongtan-daero 14-gil), located right in front of the main gate of Rivera CC, is the most frequently mentioned. It is open from 5:30 AM (some reviews say 5:00 AM) from Tuesday to Sunday and from 9:00 AM on Mondays, making it a good place to stop by before an early morning round. It is also praised for its good value, with Sundaeguk and Bone Haejangguk priced around 10,000 won. The fact that you can freely have extra seasoned bean sprouts and kkakdugi at the self-service bar also enhances satisfaction. If you are looking for a heartier soup, there is also '2 Dongtan Jin Seolleongtang' (268, Dongtan Sinricheon-ro), located in front of Rivera CC. It operates from 6:30 AM to 8:30 PM (closed on Mondays), and its main menu consists of Seolleongtang, Hanwoo Spicy Lamb Gomtang, and Doganitang. 'Yangpyeong Haejangguk Dongtan Branch,' which opens at 5 or 6 in the morning, is also considered a mecca for breakfast near the entrance and exit of Rivera CC.

If you choose the wrong restaurant in the early morning, it's not easy to find another place because of the time, is it? I was satisfied with both the location and the business hours.

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03A plate of meat after the round

If you are craving meat for an after-party, 'Handon Gotgan Dongtan Main Branch' is a recommended choice. Reviews indicate it is a great place to grill and share a plate of Korean pork dishes with companions, featuring menus such as pork belly, pork neck, pork jowl, pork shoulder, and pork skirt. If you prefer a lighter finish, there is also 'Woong Star Jokgalbi Dongtan 11-ja Shopping Center Branch' (3-6 Jisan 1-gil); it features a half-and-half pork ribs dish grilled over coconut charcoal, consisting of garlic soy sauce and spicy barbecue options, and is praised as a perfect accompaniment to a glass of soju after a round at Gold CC or Rivera CC. If you want to enjoy premium 1++ Hanwoo at a reasonable price, there is also 'Dongtan Hanwoo Number 9' (11-2 Wangbaesan 2-gil). You can enjoy 1++ Hanwoo for around 14,000 won per 100g without a table setting fee, and its proximity to Giheung CC and Rivera CC makes it a popular spot for after-parties.

04When you crave spicy broth and seafood

For a spicy after-party menu, there is 'Seungdorine Gopdoritang Dongtan Branch.' Reviews indicate that you can enjoy a hearty meal by adding beef tripe, beef large intestine, udon noodles, sujebi, and potato pancakes to the gopdoritang. The octopus hot pot at 'Ppalgan Geojjanggune Dongtan Branch' (14-12, Dongtan-daero 21ga-gil), which features live octopus, is also mentioned among golfers seeking a spicy broth. For the summer season, there is also 'Oksanwi Mulgogi' (33, Dongtan-giheung-ro 257beon-gil), whose signature dish is grilled cuttlefish; reviews suggest that it is consistently visited by golfers from Rivera CC and Hwanwon CC for summer after-parties due to its private rooms.

05Omakase and pasta for formal occasions

Uncheon Sushi, an omakase specialty restaurant in Dongtan, is recommended as a gathering place after a round at Rivera CC or Hanwon CC. Reviews indicate that it offers a diverse menu ranging from omakase to sashimi, sushi, nabe, and tempura, and allows diners to enjoy their meal while watching the chef at work from the counter seats. There is also Beefeater (6-48, Dongtan-daero 14-gil), an Italian restaurant overlooking Sinricheon Stream, which is recommended for dates or anniversaries with its signature wood-fired Margherita pizza and Gambari Rosé pasta.

In addition, if you need refreshing buckwheat noodles, 'Memilrae Dongtan Branch' (28 Pulmugol-ro) or 'Daegwol Makguksu Dongtan Osan Direct Branch' (57-29 Oesammi-ro 152beon-gil) are frequently mentioned as great restaurants at Rivera CC, and if you want a light plate of pig's trotters, 'Nae Insaeng Choegoeui Jokbal Dongtan Branch' in front of Dongtan Namgwangjang is also often mentioned.

06A 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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