Olympic Park BBQ lunch: snowflake galbi and pork neck at Dangsan Odol

Dangsan Odol Bangi Branch (당산오돌 방이점) is already well known as a go-to Korean BBQ spot near Olympic Park and Bangi Station. You grill over charcoal, and the meat quality is the real deal, so you can just go without worrying. This time I had the snowflake galbi and the pork neck, and both were so good that I want to work my way through the other cuts next time!

Is there parking at Dangsan Odol Bangi Branch?

Yes, there is parking in front of the restaurant, so it's easy to come by car. Parking costs an extra ₩2,000. It's a charcoal grill that people hunting for Korean BBQ near Bangi Station have already vetted, and after actually going, I can see why it's perfect for Olympic Park and Bangi Station: it has everything.

Being able to park is a big plus too! And it was a weekday lunch, yet there were so many cars, which says a lot.

Atmosphere and group seating at Dangsan Odol Bangi Branch

Dangsan Odol Bangi Branch has a room that holds up to 36 people, so it works for family gatherings and company dinners. Step inside and the warm wood-tone interior welcomes you comfortably! The tables are spaced generously too, so for anyone looking for a family or group dinner spot, this Bangi Station BBQ place is just right!

What we ordered at Dangsan Odol Bangi Branch

That day we ordered 1 portion of snowflake galbi (nunkkot-galbi, bone-in short rib) and 2 portions of Silk Mango pork neck. The menu was packed with premium cuts.

• Snowflake galbi, 1 portion
• Silk Mango pork neck, 2 portions

The name Silk Mango pork neck seemed odd, but apparently it's called that because the meat is sliced like a mango! The name alone already has so much charm, hehe.

Side dishes and the self-bar

The side dishes at Dangsan Odol Bangi Branch are laid out in a lineup that pairs perfectly with the meat, and you can easily get refills at the self-bar.

The charcoal is set! It's brought to just the right strength for grilling, and just looking at the charcoal, you can tell the meat is going to be good.

What does the snowflake galbi taste like?

The snowflake galbi at Dangsan Odol Bangi Branch is bone-in rib with just the right ratio and balance of lean meat and fat, and the juices seep out once it goes on the charcoal. I gasped the moment I saw how it looked.

The marbling is a work of art and the grain is clearly defined. The moment the snowflake galbi goes onto the charcoal, the juices slowly seep out as it cooks, and it's a great sight.

I honestly wanted to grab the bone and just gnaw on it. From the look to the aroma, it was totally my taste.

How to eat snowflake galbi: wasabi, salt, or a radish wrap

There are many ways to eat the snowflake galbi: wasabi, salt, or in a lettuce wrap with shredded radish. Put a little wasabi on it and take a bite, and the rich, nutty juices blend with the wasabi aroma so the flavor feels even deeper! Honestly, even just dipping it in salt is delicious..

Wrap it in a leaf and add shredded radish, and the crunch gives you yet another texture. That's the charm of good meat: it's delicious however you eat it.

Is the Silk Mango pork neck tender?

The Silk Mango pork neck at Dangsan Odol Bangi Branch comes out as bright pink fresh pork neck sprinkled with pepper, and you can see with your own eyes that the raw meat quality is high!

The sizzling sound when it goes on the charcoal is already a treat! The Silk Mango pork neck is cut like a mango, so each piece is a perfect bite size. The smoky aroma rising as it cooks smelled so good that my mouth was watering.

From the first bite, the Silk Mango pork neck had no dryness at all. It chews tenderly and rich, deep juices fill your mouth. I'd never had pork neck this tender, so it completely won me over.

Verdict: Dangsan Odol Bangi Branch as a Korean BBQ near Olympic Park and Bangi Station

If you're looking for Korean BBQ near Olympic Park and Bangi Station, definitely save Dangsan Odol Bangi Branch! After the charcoal-grilled snowflake galbi and Silk Mango pork neck, a return visit is automatically on the cards. No need to search for Bangi-dong BBQ any more, it's here!!

Opening hours and visitor info

• Mon–Fri 11:30–22:00 (break time 14:00–16:00, last order 21:00)
• Sat–Sun 11:30–22:00 (last order 21:00)
• Parking available (paid, flat ₩2,000), valet available (paid, ₩2,000)
• Corkage available (paid), reservations, group seating
• Wi-Fi, separate men's and women's restrooms, takeout, baby chairs