# Gangnam Korean BBQ dinner with gochujang stew: Yeontan Gongjang

- By Chabun (https://superchart.com/en/@bite-before-home/)
- Written Sep 12, 2026
- Local places › Restaurants › Gangnam, Seoul
- Sponsored: This review was written with support for a visit to the restaurant.
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## In short

Yeontan Gongjang is a Korean barbecue restaurant in Gangnam, Seoul, serving charcoal-grilled pork king ribs and gochujang stew. I had a filling dinner with a friend, pairing sweet-savory ribs with pickled cabbage, spicy stew, and bibim naengmyeon. A good pick for a lively outdoor-style Korean BBQ dinner.

## Good to know

- **Address**: 36-4 Apgujeong-ro 48-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea (서울 강남구 압구정로48길 36-4)
- **Hours**: Daily 16:00–24:00
- **Parking**: Valet parking available
- **Reservations & groups**: Reservations and group seating available
- **Pork king ribs**: ₩21,000 per serving
- **MT (gochujang) stew**: ₩11,000, rice included
- **Bibim naengmyeon**: ₩9,000
- **Steamed rice**: ₩2,000

*as written by the visitor on Sep 12, 2026*

![Charcoal-grilled pork king ribs and side dishes](https://img.superchart.com/images/apgujeong-charcoal-pork-ribs/apgujeong-charcoal-pork-ribs-01-1aigv-900.webp)

> From sweet charcoal-grilled pork king ribs to spicy gochujang stew and bibim naengmyeon

I went to Yeontan Gongjang (연탄공장) in Apgujeong with a friend for dinner. In a neighborhood full of restaurants and cafés, its retro sign and bustling atmosphere really stand out. If you are searching for pork ribs around Apgujeong Rodeo and want an outdoor-style dining atmosphere too, it is worth a look.

## Yeontan Gongjang in Apgujeong: restaurant information

- Hours: Daily 16:00–24:00
- Address: 36-4 Apgujeong-ro 48-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea (서울 강남구 압구정로48길 36-4)
- Parking: Valet parking available
- Break time: No separate information provided
- Restroom: Please check while using the restaurant
- Smoking: Use the designated outdoor area
- Reservations: Available
- Group seating: Available

![Yeontan Gongjang restaurant sign in an alley](https://img.superchart.com/images/apgujeong-charcoal-pork-ribs/apgujeong-charcoal-pork-ribs-02-1pw1p-900.webp)

![Yeontan Gongjang exterior with orange lights](https://img.superchart.com/images/apgujeong-charcoal-pork-ribs/apgujeong-charcoal-pork-ribs-03-mtrof-900.webp)

## A retro sign and a lively outdoor-style atmosphere

Once you enter the alley, the large Yeontan Gongjang sign and orange lights are the first things you see.

Inside, there were plenty of round tables. Even on a Sunday evening, it was full of diners and felt lively.

![Restaurant interior with round tables](https://img.superchart.com/images/apgujeong-charcoal-pork-ribs/apgujeong-charcoal-pork-ribs-04-1i0mz-900.webp)

The ceiling was high and partly open, so although I was indoors, it felt like eating in an outdoor dining space. It has an atmosphere unlike an ordinary Korean barbecue restaurant, making it a good place to remember when looking for outdoor-style dining in Apgujeong.

![Outdoor-style dining space with an open ceiling](https://img.superchart.com/images/apgujeong-charcoal-pork-ribs/apgujeong-charcoal-pork-ribs-05-wemnc-900.webp)

## Ordering pork king ribs, stew, and naengmyeon

After looking over the menu, we ordered the signature pork king ribs, MT (gochujang) stew, bibim naengmyeon (spicy mixed cold noodles), and steamed rice.

- Pork king ribs, 1 serving ₩21,000 × 3
- MT stew ₩11,000 (rice included)
- Bibim naengmyeon ₩9,000
- Steamed rice ₩2,000

We chose the pork king ribs, a popular choice for Apgujeong Rodeo pork ribs, as our main dish, then added gochujang stew and rice to eat with the meat. We finished the meal feeling full with bibim naengmyeon, too.

![Ordered pork king ribs and stew](https://img.superchart.com/images/apgujeong-charcoal-pork-ribs/apgujeong-charcoal-pork-ribs-06-1cftv-900.webp)

![Pork king ribs meal spread](https://img.superchart.com/images/apgujeong-charcoal-pork-ribs/apgujeong-charcoal-pork-ribs-07-bbh18-900.webp)

![Ribs and side dishes spread](https://img.superchart.com/images/apgujeong-charcoal-pork-ribs/apgujeong-charcoal-pork-ribs-08-1ii5e-900.webp)

After we ordered, kimchi, seasoned bean sprouts, lettuce, garlic, ssamjang (savory dipping paste), and dongchimi (radish water kimchi) were set out.

![Kimchi and seasoned bean sprout side dishes](https://img.superchart.com/images/apgujeong-charcoal-pork-ribs/apgujeong-charcoal-pork-ribs-09-w9v1r-900.webp)

![Pickled cabbage with mustard sauce](https://img.superchart.com/images/apgujeong-charcoal-pork-ribs/apgujeong-charcoal-pork-ribs-10-p1yaf-900.webp)

A generous bowl of pickled cabbage arrived as well. The cabbage was especially good with its crisp texture, mustard sauce, and tangy flavor, which paired nicely with the sweet marinated ribs. It cut through the richness better than eating the meat alone, so I naturally kept reaching for it.

## Sweet-savory pork king ribs grilled over charcoal

The pork king ribs came partially grilled, with thick meat evenly soaked in marinade.

They put charcoal in the center of the table and set the grill over it. Seeing the charcoal glowing red made it feel like we were having a proper barbecue meal.

![Pork king ribs over charcoal](https://img.superchart.com/images/apgujeong-charcoal-pork-ribs/apgujeong-charcoal-pork-ribs-11-2m53r-1200.webp)

![Partially grilled pork king ribs on the grill](https://img.superchart.com/images/apgujeong-charcoal-pork-ribs/apgujeong-charcoal-pork-ribs-12-1ms88-900.webp)

![Marinated pork ribs grilling over charcoal](https://img.superchart.com/images/apgujeong-charcoal-pork-ribs/apgujeong-charcoal-pork-ribs-13-15fqc-900.webp)

![Pork king ribs covering the grill](https://img.superchart.com/images/apgujeong-charcoal-pork-ribs/apgujeong-charcoal-pork-ribs-14-mjzld-900.webp)

We covered the grill with meat, then cut it into bite-size pieces and cooked it.

![Pork ribs cut into bite-size pieces](https://img.superchart.com/images/apgujeong-charcoal-pork-ribs/apgujeong-charcoal-pork-ribs-15-rwxwu-900.webp)

True to the pork ribs popular around Apgujeong Rodeo, the sweet and salty marinade had seeped right into the meat, while the charcoal gave the surface an appetizing sear.

![Marinated ribs with a charcoal-grilled sear](https://img.superchart.com/images/apgujeong-charcoal-pork-ribs/apgujeong-charcoal-pork-ribs-16-1r1ak-900.webp)

![Thick grilled pork king ribs](https://img.superchart.com/images/apgujeong-charcoal-pork-ribs/apgujeong-charcoal-pork-ribs-17-rc07v-900.webp)

The ribs were not too thin, so they had a satisfying bite while still being tender. I also liked the subtle smoky flavor. They were tasty on their own, but topping them with tangy pickled cabbage made them even fresher.

![Pork ribs with pickled cabbage](https://img.superchart.com/images/apgujeong-charcoal-pork-ribs/apgujeong-charcoal-pork-ribs-18-1f0c3-900.webp)

![Steamed rice with a piece of pork rib](https://img.superchart.com/images/apgujeong-charcoal-pork-ribs/apgujeong-charcoal-pork-ribs-19-1rw80-900.webp)

A piece of pork rib over a bowl of steamed rice was another combination I could not skip.

![Gochujang stew in a large pot](https://img.superchart.com/images/apgujeong-charcoal-pork-ribs/apgujeong-charcoal-pork-ribs-20-q1xad-900.webp)

## Hearty gochujang stew and bibim naengmyeon

The gochujang stew arrived bubbling in a large pot.

![Bubbling gochujang stew](https://img.superchart.com/images/apgujeong-charcoal-pork-ribs/apgujeong-charcoal-pork-ribs-21-1hsq1-900.webp)

![Gochujang stew with tofu and pork](https://img.superchart.com/images/apgujeong-charcoal-pork-ribs/apgujeong-charcoal-pork-ribs-22-1gwzm-900.webp)

It was generously filled with tofu, pork, potatoes, and vegetables, so there was plenty to eat even before getting to the broth.

![A serving of gochujang stew ingredients](https://img.superchart.com/images/apgujeong-charcoal-pork-ribs/apgujeong-charcoal-pork-ribs-23-15w04-900.webp)

The broth had gochujang's distinctive deep flavor with a pleasant spicy kick, making it perfect between bites of sweet pork ribs. After serving tofu and pork into a small bowl and eating them with the broth, the steamed rice naturally started disappearing. It was hot, spicy, and a great dish to pair with meat.

![Bibim naengmyeon topped with cucumber and egg](https://img.superchart.com/images/apgujeong-charcoal-pork-ribs/apgujeong-charcoal-pork-ribs-24-1u6xm-900.webp)

For the finale, we had bibim naengmyeon. It was topped with cucumber, pickled radish, pear, and a boiled egg, and once mixed well, its sweet-tangy and spicy flavor came through.

We saved a little meat and put it on the bibim naengmyeon, and it was a great match, as expected. The sweet ribs and spicy noodles made for a clean finish to the meal.

Alcohol and drinks were self-service from the refrigerator. It was convenient to grab what we needed right away, and it suited the relaxed atmosphere of the restaurant.

Yeontan Gongjang in Apgujeong was a place where I could enjoy a retro setting, charcoal grilling, and a bustling outdoor-style atmosphere all at once. The menu combination was satisfying too, from sweet pork king ribs and tangy pickled cabbage to spicy gochujang stew and bibim naengmyeon. It is worth keeping in mind if you want pork ribs around Apgujeong Rodeo in a distinctive setting, or a comfortable outdoor-style place in Apgujeong to visit with a group. When I crave charcoal-grilled pork ribs and hot stew, this is somewhere I would like to return to.

## Where it is

- Yeontan Gongjang (연탄공장) (연탄공장)
- 36-4 Apgujeong-ro 48-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea (서울 강남구 압구정로48길 36-4)
- 서울특별시 강남구 압구정로48길 36-4
- 37.5261588, 127.0365163
- Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EC%97%B0%ED%83%84%EA%B3%B5%EC%9E%A5/@37.5261588,127.0365163,17z

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