Korean BBQ late lunch in Gwanak, Seoul: charcoal-grilled rice ball

A tiny, prized pork cut similar in shape to tuna belly, cross-aged for 20 days — the pork shoulder set is known for its rich fatty flavor and chewy texture.

The set comes with Gwanaksan egg soufflé and either doenjang (soybean paste) stew or aged kimchi stew, so it's quite filling.

Today's mission: Sharosu-gil near Seoul National University Station on subway line 2 ~ spent a delicious time with a special Korean pork cut.

Where is Gogigupneunsaramdeul Sharosu-gil, and where can you park?

Gogigupneunsaramdeul Sharosu-gil is located at 70 Gwanak-ro 14-gil, Hyorim Building 1F #106, Gwanak-gu, Seoul, in Sharosu-gil near Seoul National University Station. Hours are 12:00–23:00, group reservations are available, and baby chairs are on hand.

• 📍 70 Gwanak-ro 14-gil, Hyorim Building 1F #106, Gwanak-gu, Seoul, South Korea
• ⏰ 12:00–23:00
• ⭐️ Group reservations available / baby chairs on hand
• 🚗 Parking for up to 2 cars in front
• When full, use nearby paid public lots — Moraenae Park, Nakseongdae, or Gwanak-gu Office public parking

Inside the restaurant and the atmosphere

Visited for a late lunch, right after a wave of customers had come and gone.

Company motto: Fill our customers up~ !!!

Gogigupneunsaramdeul menu and current events

Why we don't grill it for you — the meat proves it

Aaah, so excited~ Gogupsa (short for Gogigupneunsaramdeul) is run in a distinctive way by the family that has kept a butcher shop going for 32 years — a good-value BBQ spot.

During lunch happy hour, soju/beer/highball are up to 50% off.

Leave a Naver receipt review and get a free house-doenjang countryside stew!!! There's also a semester-start event giving one serving of beolljip (honeycomb pork tripe) per table — no student ID needed — through October 11.

Great value set menus

Gogupsa's signature cross-aging (wet + dry) method gives the pork menu a soft texture and deep flavor~~~

Beef gets the same cross-aging treatment for extra flavor too

There's even an all-you-can-eat menu

A tasty and varied lineup of side dishes too, yoohoo~~~

What we ordered for a late lunch

• Pork shoulder set ₩51,500 (limited to one per table)
• Charcoal-grilled rice ball ₩3,500 (flying fish roe topping +₩1,000)

Side dishes and the self-serve bar

At Gogigupneunsaramdeul Sharosu-gil, basic side dishes come from a self-serve bar, and anything not there can be ordered as a refill via the table order tablet. Onions and sauce are a must~~~

Green onion shreds get an extra kick from the spicy sauce

A fun twist — tonkatsu sauce and crispy breadcrumbs

Pickled kimchi and spicy pickled chili strips, salted hairtail intestine and radish salad, whole garlic and ssamjang (dipping paste) perfect for grilling

Anything not on the self-serve bar, order through the table tablet's refill request

The charcoal color was so pretty I had to take a photo~ meat grilled over charcoal is just the best

How do the cross-aged pork shoulder and diced pork neck taste?

The pork shoulder set comes with cross-aged shoulder cut and diced pork neck (mokjal). The shoulder is fresh and high quality, while the neck comes out cut into big cubes, true to its name.

They put the leaner diced pork neck on the grill first

If a flare-up happens, don't panic — there's a small water container on the table, just splash it on the edges

Thick cuts mean a chewy texture, with a clean but savory flavor

Meat lettuce wraps with the spicy green onion shreds are always a good choice

The right amount of fat keeps it from drying out, the charcoal aroma brings out the savory flavor, and the chewy texture makes it satisfying to chew

Dip it in the sauce and coat it in breadcrumbs for a fun texture that's tonkatsu-ish, but not quite

Wrapping it with seasoned kim (seaweed) also gives it a different flavor

Gwanaksan steamed egg and countryside doenjang stew

The pork shoulder set comes with Gwanaksan egg soufflé and doenjang stew (or aged kimchi stew). Soft and fluffy egg soufflé — good for coating your stomach before the meat.

Wow~ this place's doenjang stew is a must-try.

A true doenjang stew spot where the deep flavor of countryside doenjang really comes through. And it's never too salty — the seasoning is just right, which makes the stew even better.

Charcoal-grilled rice ball with flying fish roe

Gogigupneunsaramdeul's charcoal-grilled rice ball is ₩3,500, with flying fish roe topping for ₩1,000 more. You shape the rice ball yourself and grill it over charcoal.

Charcoal-grilled rice ball~ the name was so intriguing I had to order it. Oh~ so you just knead and knead to shape the rice ball, then grill it.

It can burn, so grab some sesame oil from the self-serve bar and brush it on for a nuttier flavor and better grilling. The outside turns golden and crispy like nurungji (scorched rice), nutty flavor and all~ great idea, honestly

Finally, the owner's thoughtful touch — a yogurt drink after the meal~~ ended things on a sweet note ❤️❤️

Is Gogigupneunsaramdeul worth it? Final verdict

Gogigupneunsaramdeul wins on the strength of its meat! A meat spot near Seoul National University Station. Great to enjoy quality meat at a good price even at lunch, and with service and various events on offer, it's also a solid choice for gatherings, company dinners, or eating out

A meat spot in Sharosu-gil that's serious about meat. Also great for egg soufflé and doenjang stew. You can walk out having enjoyed quality meat, deliciously