# Korean restaurant in Gwangju: charcoal jokbal at Kkankkanhan - By Danbi (https://superchart.com/en/@between-side-dishes-2/) - Written Sep 6, 2026 - Updated Sep 11, 2026 - Local places › Restaurants › Buk-gu, Gwangju - Sponsored: This post is related to a campaign, and the scope of what was provided and the sponsorship disclosure are being confirmed. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@between-side-dishes-2/kkankkanhan-jokbal-yongbong-charcoal-aa1d/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@between-side-dishes-2/kkankkanhan-jokbal-yongbong-charcoal-aa1d/index.md) ## In short Kkankkanhan Jokbal Yongbong Branch is a Korean restaurant in Yongbong-dong, Buk-gu, Gwangju. I tried its charcoal-grilled jokbal with steamed egg and fish cake soup, and found the meat moist, chewy, and lightly smoky. The relaxed setting suited sharing dinner or drinks with a group. ## Good to know - **Restaurant**: Kkankkanhan Jokbal Yongbong Branch (깐깐한족발 용봉점) - **Location**: Yongbong-dong, Buk-gu, Gwangju - **What I ate**: Charcoal-grilled jokbal - **Served with**: Steamed egg, fish cake soup, wrap vegetables, and side dishes - **Hours**: Daily 16:00–23:30, according to the original post - **Takeout and delivery**: Available from 11:30, according to the original post - **Reservations**: Available *as written by the visitor on Sep 6, 2026* Wanting jokbal (braised pig’s trotters) with a smoky grilled flavor, I visited Kkankkanhan Jokbal Yongbong Branch in Yongbong-dong, Buk-gu, Gwangju. That day, I had the charcoal-grilled jokbal. ![Charcoal-grilled jokbal at Kkankkanhan Jokbal Yongbong Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/kkankkanhan-jokbal-yongbong-charcoal-aa1d/kkankkanhan-jokbal-yongbong-charcoal-01-1lgtp-1200.webp) ## Is the atmosphere good for a group dinner? It had a comfortable atmosphere for sharing a plate of jokbal with a group. I thought it would also suit dinner, drinks, or a company gathering. ![Yongbong Branch atmosphere for group dining](https://img.superchart.com/images/kkankkanhan-jokbal-yongbong-charcoal/kkankkanhan-jokbal-yongbong-charcoal-02-18lg6-900.webp) ![Dining space at Kkankkanhan Jokbal Yongbong Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/kkankkanhan-jokbal-yongbong-charcoal/kkankkanhan-jokbal-yongbong-charcoal-03-rkixw-900.webp) That day, I liked not only the main jokbal but also the selection of side dishes. Having foods to eat alongside the jokbal made it easy to vary the combinations throughout the meal. ![Jokbal and accompaniments eaten at Yongbong Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/kkankkanhan-jokbal-yongbong-charcoal/kkankkanhan-jokbal-yongbong-charcoal-04-jbd6y-900.webp) ## How were the aroma and texture of the charcoal-grilled jokbal? The charcoal-grilled jokbal had a subtle smoky flavor that made it taste rich. The outside carried a charcoal aroma, while the inside was moist and chewy. ![Charcoal-grilled jokbal with a smoky flavor](https://img.superchart.com/images/kkankkanhan-jokbal-yongbong-charcoal/kkankkanhan-jokbal-yongbong-charcoal-05-ndz7q-900.webp) It had a glossy look when it arrived, and it was cut into easy-to-eat pieces, making it convenient to wrap in vegetables. ![Charcoal-grilled jokbal cut into easy-to-eat pieces](https://img.superchart.com/images/kkankkanhan-jokbal-yongbong-charcoal/kkankkanhan-jokbal-yongbong-charcoal-06-baw2i-900.webp) The skin did not feel tough, and the meat was not dry. Overall, it was tender and chewy, so it was easy to enjoy until the end. ![Tender and chewy charcoal-grilled jokbal](https://img.superchart.com/images/kkankkanhan-jokbal-yongbong-charcoal/kkankkanhan-jokbal-yongbong-charcoal-07-1eniz-900.webp) I placed a piece of jokbal on lettuce and added garlic, ssamjang (seasoned soybean paste), and a little of the side dishes. The chewiness of the meat was joined by the crisp vegetables, and the smoky flavor still came through in the wrap. It felt cleaner than eating it on its own. ![Charcoal-grilled jokbal wrap with lettuce and garlic](https://img.superchart.com/images/kkankkanhan-jokbal-yongbong-charcoal/kkankkanhan-jokbal-yongbong-charcoal-08-1leql-900.webp) ## How were the steamed egg and fish cake soup served alongside it? Steamed egg and fish cake soup were served with the jokbal. They were good accompaniments between bites of the salty, rich jokbal. ![Accompaniments served with charcoal-grilled jokbal](https://img.superchart.com/images/kkankkanhan-jokbal-yongbong-charcoal/kkankkanhan-jokbal-yongbong-charcoal-09-2n19w-900.webp) ![Warm steamed egg served with jokbal](https://img.superchart.com/images/kkankkanhan-jokbal-yongbong-charcoal/kkankkanhan-jokbal-yongbong-charcoal-10-obzdp-900.webp) The steamed egg was soft and warm, making it nice to eat at the start of the meal. Taking spoonfuls while eating the jokbal seemed to soften and reset the rich flavor. ![Steamed egg eaten with jokbal at Yongbong Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/kkankkanhan-jokbal-yongbong-charcoal/kkankkanhan-jokbal-yongbong-charcoal-11-1e4ow-900.webp) The fish cake soup had a refreshing, warm broth that was good to sip between bites of jokbal. Alternating the smoky jokbal and the broth kept the meal from becoming tiring. ![Warm fish cake soup served with jokbal](https://img.superchart.com/images/kkankkanhan-jokbal-yongbong-charcoal/kkankkanhan-jokbal-yongbong-charcoal-12-d8sw7-900.webp) ![Broth accompaniment for a charcoal-grilled jokbal meal](https://img.superchart.com/images/kkankkanhan-jokbal-yongbong-charcoal/kkankkanhan-jokbal-yongbong-charcoal-13-eanfi-900.webp) ## What other menu items are available besides charcoal-grilled jokbal? The main menu introduced charcoal-grilled jokbal, spicy grilled jokbal, old-style king jokbal, and bossam (boiled pork wraps). There were options ranging from grilled and spicy jokbal to classic jokbal, depending on your preference. If visiting with several people, I thought a half-and-half option or a set menu could also be good to share. ![Jokbal menu at Kkankkanhan Jokbal Yongbong Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/kkankkanhan-jokbal-yongbong-charcoal/kkankkanhan-jokbal-yongbong-charcoal-14-alxzs-900.webp) ## What are the hours and takeout and delivery information? According to the original post, the restaurant is open daily from 16:00 to 23:30, while takeout and delivery are available from 11:30. Reservations were also listed as available. ## Where it is - Kkankkanhan Jokbal Yongbong Branch (깐깐한족발 용봉점) (깐깐한족발 용봉점) - 82 Yongbongtaekji-ro, Buk-gu, Gwangju, South Korea (전남광주통합특별시 북구 용봉택지로 82 깐깐한족발 용봉점) - 전남광주통합특별시 북구 용봉택지로 82 깐깐한족발 용봉점 - 35.1782781, 126.8956061 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EA%B9%90%EA%B9%90%ED%95%9C%EC%A1%B1%EB%B0%9C%20%EC%9A%A9%EB%B4%89%EC%A0%90/@35.1782781,126.8956061,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@between-side-dishes-2/kkankkanhan-jokbal-yongbong-charcoal-aa1d/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt