The Food Court at IKEA Goyang – A Mixed Experience
During a short staycation at Urbanest Hotel Goyang, I searched for nearby food and attractions and found that both IKEA Goyang and Starfield Goyang were within easy reach. That played a big role in choosing the hotel, since it meant we could shop, eat, and relax all in one area.
We decided to head to IKEA Goyang for a late lunch and, of course, check out the famous IKEA food court.
📍 Address: 420 Gwonnyul-daero, Deogyang-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do
🕒 Hours:
- Store: Weekdays 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM / Weekends 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Food Court: Weekdays 10:30 AM – 8:30 PM / Weekends 9:30 AM – 8:30 PM
Layout and First Impressions
What’s unique about IKEA Goyang is that it’s directly connected to a Lotte Outlet. On the first floor, you’ll find a smaller snack corner with soft-serve ice cream and quick bites, but the main food court is located on the second floor.
Like most IKEA food courts worldwide, the system is queue-based: you grab a tray, line up, choose your dishes, and then pay at the end. On weekends, the wait can be about 10 minutes for food and around 20 minutes total until you’re seated and eating.
One quirky detail I noticed was the plush toys displayed throughout the food court area—clearly, IKEA was promoting them heavily. They showed up again near the checkout counters, almost as if the store was nudging you to take one home.
Menu Variety
The menu at IKEA Goyang was fairly diverse, offering both Korean-inspired dishes and Western-style favorites. Prices ranged from about 7,000 to 8,000 KRW per dish, which seems affordable at first glance, but portions were smaller than expected.
Here’s what we tried:
- Salmon Salad: Thin slices of smoked salmon paired with greens. Fresh and tasty, but the portion felt a little light.
- Ricotta Cheese Salad: A nice balance of cheese and veggies, though again on the small side.
- Spaghetti and Pork Cutlet: A filling combo that leaned more toward comfort food.
- Charcoal-grilled Galbi with Salmon Salad: Surprisingly well-prepared—the galbi was tender, juicy, and flavorful.
- Kimchi Fried Rice: A Korean twist that worked well with the other sides.
Another plus was the self-serve drinks system: you pay per cup, but get unlimited refills, whether it’s soda or coffee.
The Classic IKEA Touch
IKEA food courts are famous for their Swedish meatballs, which are also available here, along with other international favorites like chicken, bread rolls, and desserts. Many families treat the food court as part of the IKEA experience—it’s affordable, convenient, and family-friendly. IKEA even uses the food court as a way to make the shopping trip feel like a mini-outing.
At IKEA Goyang, the food quality was decent, but the value for money felt a bit lacking compared to other locations.
Final Thoughts
✅ Good for one-time experience – fun to explore the menu while shopping.
✅ Spacious parking – even on weekends, you won’t struggle to find a spot.
✅ Family-friendly – lots of kids, plenty of casual dining options.
❌ Portions are small – price-to-quantity ratio isn’t the best.
❌ Queues on weekends – expect at least 20 minutes from start to finish.
For me, it was worth experiencing once, but I probably wouldn’t rush back just for the food. If you’re already at IKEA Goyang to shop or visit Starfield, then it’s worth grabbing a meal here for the convenience and atmosphere.
