Lamb BBQ near Bangi Station: back-lot parking tip at Dangsan Odol

I've been obsessed with lamb lately, and suddenly I really wanted some. So I went looking and visited Dangsan Odol Bangi Branch (당산오돌 방이점), known as a great BBQ spot in Bangi-dong.

Dangsan Odol Bangi Branch serves lamb, pork and a range of special cuts, and the good reviews had me excited. When I got there, it was packed. It was close to full the whole time I ate, so it's clearly popular. Let me walk you through what I ate and what the place is like.

Where is Dangsan Odol Bangi Branch?

Dangsan Odol Bangi Branch is in Bangi-dong, Songpa, Seoul, close to Exit 4 of Bangi Station, so it wasn't hard to find. With such easy access, it looks like a fine spot for meetups or company dinners too.

Where to park at Dangsan Odol Bangi Branch without getting towed

If you drive to Dangsan Odol Bangi Branch, the safe option is the dedicated parking lot behind the building. At the building entrance, there was a notice saying cars parked there can be towed.

The parking space itself was big. But I saw what looked like a customer in trouble after parking in the numbered spaces in front of the restaurant. If you're driving, please park in the dedicated lot behind the building!

How big is Dangsan Odol, and is there a group room?

Inside, Dangsan Odol Bangi Branch is spacious with plenty of tables. It was bustling when I visited, and it was close to full the whole time I ate.

There's also a room on one side that seats up to 36 people, so it looked good for company dinners and group gatherings.

Dangsan Odol Bangi Branch menu and prices

Dangsan Odol Bangi Branch has a good range of lamb and pork. I liked that there are four special pork cuts, so you can pick to your taste. The menu is varied, so there's plenty of choice, and I was happy with the many side dishes too.

If you join the receipt review event, you can get a highball. I was curious, so I ordered an extra one. It went well with the meat and tasted good.

• Lamb ribs ₩25,000
• Seasoned pork neck ₩18,000
• Hangover teolleogi sujebi (hand-pulled dough soup) ₩14,000

Along with the meat the staff recommended, we ordered one teolleogi sujebi, which seems like something you can only get at Dangsan Odol.

The side dishes came in a lineup that suits eating with meat. There was a nice variety of sauces too, so you can try lots of combinations.

If you need more side dishes, there's a self-serve bar, so you don't have to call a staff member. Very convenient.

Shoulder lamb ribs: easy to grill on your first try?

The first thing we ordered at Dangsan Odol Bangi Branch was the shoulder lamb ribs (₩25,000). They're said to be tender with little gamey smell, and popular among lamb fans, so I was curious and ordered them.

It was my first time grilling lamb ribs myself, so I was fumbling a bit, but a staff member came over, showed me how to grill them and helped. The staff were friendly overall, which made the meal even more pleasant.

The ribs were juicy with almost no gamey smell, and the texture was tender. After trying them, I can see why lamb lovers keep coming back.

How is the mango-cut seasoned pork neck different from regular pork neck?

The seasoned pork neck (₩18,000) at Dangsan Odol Bangi Branch is scored in a mango shape, so the marinade soaked right into the meat. I'd never heard of seasoned pork neck, and the staff said it's a little different from regular pork neck, so I ordered it on their recommendation.

At first I hesitated, because I usually don't like pork neck for its dry texture. But it was the staff's recommendation, so I gave it a try. It felt a little different from the pork neck I'd imagined, and it wasn't dry, so it was easy to enjoy.

What does the hangover teolleogi sujebi taste like?

The hangover teolleogi sujebi (₩14,000) at Dangsan Odol Bangi Branch is made with dough kneaded with mulberry leaves, plus assorted vegetables and a dried shrimp broth. The broth was tasty and the dough was cooked just right, with a nice texture.

Personally, I liked it enough that I'd go back just to have it as a meal.

Who should try Dangsan Odol Bangi Branch?

Dangsan Odol Bangi Branch is a Bangi-dong BBQ restaurant where you can try lamb, pork and various special cuts. The lamb ribs were tender with no gamey smell, and the seasoned pork neck had a charm different from ordinary pork neck, which impressed me. The teolleogi sujebi was delicious too, so I was very happy with the meal options.

With its large space, group room and dedicated parking lot, I'd also recommend it to anyone looking for a Bangi-dong spot for a company dinner or group gathering. If you're looking for a lamb or BBQ restaurant near Bangi Station, it's worth a visit.