Three dishes for a group at Marine City Chinese in Busan: Bueokgan

A Chinese meal with sea views in Marine City, Busan

Whenever I'm in Marine City, I always want to eat somewhere with a view of the sea. This time, instead of the usual Chinese restaurant menu, I wanted something a bit more special, so I went to Bueokgan Chinese Marine City Branch.

The dishes I tried that day were black vinegar pork loin tangsuyuk (sweet and sour pork), poached-egg five-layer pork ganjajang (black bean noodles), and beef brisket jjamppong (spicy seafood noodle soup). A bit different from the usual Chinese restaurant menu, right, just from the names?

Once all three arrived, I noticed the tangsuyuk, ganjajang, and jjamppong each had their own distinct character, which made them great for sharing if you're visiting with a group.

Black vinegar pork loin tangsuyuk: crisp and tangy

The first dish to arrive was the black vinegar pork loin tangsuyuk.

The crispy fried pork came with a black vinegar sauce, giving it a tangier, deeper flavor than a typical tangsuyuk. Tangsuyuk really does taste best fresh out of the fryer.

Between the crunchy batter, the tender meat, and the sweet-tangy black vinegar sauce, my chopsticks kept going back for more.

Ganjajang topped with a poached egg and five-layer pork

One dish I was especially curious about was the poached-egg five-layer pork ganjajang. Just the sight of a poached egg sitting on top of the black bean noodles already set it apart from an ordinary jjajangmyeon.

The rich ganjajang sauce paired with savory five-layer pork belly, and once I popped the poached egg's yolk and mixed everything together, the sauce's richness felt a little smoother. With the added savoriness of the pork belly, this is a dish worth trying if you're already a jjajangmyeon fan.

Beef brisket jjamppong: a rich, spicy broth

And when you're craving a spicy broth, the beef brisket jjamppong is a must.

Thanks to the beef brisket, the broth had a deep, meaty richness, and the spicy soup left my stomach feeling warm.

Crispy and tangy tangsuyuk, rich and savory ganjajang, spicy jjamppong — the three dishes each had such different flavors that they were great to order together and share.

Why Bueokgan works for atmosphere as well as food

Bueokgan Chinese Marine City Branch wasn't just about the food — being able to eat while looking out at the sea in Marine City was appealing too.

If you're craving Chinese food but want somewhere with more atmosphere than a typical Chinese restaurant, this felt like a solid choice.

It would suit a family meal out, a get-together with friends, or a date — any day when you want to enjoy the food and the atmosphere together.

I was trying to decide what to eat in Marine City and found Bueokgan Chinese. This time I tried the black vinegar pork loin tangsuyuk, poached-egg five-layer pork ganjajang, and beef brisket jjamppong. All three had such distinct personalities that it was fun to pick and choose, and being able to enjoy a relaxed Chinese meal with a sea view made it a memorable one.

Tips for visiting Marine City before or after the meal

If you're planning to eat in Marine City, it's worth giving yourself a bit of extra time. That way you can slowly look around the area before or after your meal and take in the ocean views too.

Especially on a clear day, rather than just eating and leaving right away, I'd recommend taking a light stroll around Marine City. During the day you can see the open sea against the high-rises, and once the sun starts to set, the mood shifts again.

If you're looking for somewhere to eat in Marine City like Bueokgan Chinese, it's much more convenient to check not just the food but also your route before and after the meal, plus parking. If you're visiting with a group, like a family outing or a friend gathering, it also helps to decide on the menu ahead of time.

If you're hunting for a good restaurant in Marine City, keep this one in mind for a spot where you can enjoy sea views and Chinese food together.