# Seocho Korean restaurant solo meal: Bapjangin's spicy squid - By Seomun (https://superchart.com/en/@choosing-a-bar/) - Written Sep 12, 2026 - Local places › Restaurants › Seocho, Seoul - Sponsored: This visit was sponsored by the business. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@choosing-a-bar/gangnam-terminal-korean-squid-bapjangin/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@choosing-a-bar/gangnam-terminal-korean-squid-bapjangin/index.md) ## In short Bapjangin Express Bus Terminal Branch is a Korean restaurant in Seocho, Seoul, on the B1 dining floor of Express Bus Terminal Station. I ordered sizzling spicy squid stir-fry for 18,000 won and brisket soft tofu stew for 15,000 won before shopping. Verdict: an easy, filling stop for solo dining or a casual meal with friends. ## Good to know - **Location**: B1 dining area at Express Bus Terminal Station, opposite Shinsegae Factory - **Hours**: Daily 10:00–22:00; last order 21:10 - **Parking**: Available in the Express Bus Terminal building parking lot - **Spicy squid stir-fry**: Sizzling spicy squid stir-fry — ₩18,000 - **Soft tofu stew**: Savory brisket soft tofu stew — ₩15,000 - **Stews**: Jjageuli stew, potato stew, and kimchi stew — ₩12,000 each - **Set menus**: 1-person Spam set ₩13,500; 2-person Spam set ₩27,000; 2-person full table set ₩39,000; 3-person full table set ₩49,000 - **Seating**: Solo-dining counter seats and plenty of tables for 3–4 people - **Takeout**: Available *as written by the visitor on Sep 12, 2026* ![Korean meal at Bapjangin Express Bus Terminal Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-terminal-korean-squid-bapjangin/gangnam-terminal-korean-squid-bapjangin-01-8f4lr-966.webp) ![Korean menu at Bapjangin Express Bus Terminal Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-terminal-korean-squid-bapjangin/gangnam-terminal-korean-squid-bapjangin-02-1mlzg-1200.webp) I had a reason to visit Express Bus Terminal Station for the first time in ages. Looking for somewhere nice for a light solo meal before shopping, I found a rice restaurant that was exactly my style. It was Bapjangin Express Bus Terminal Branch! Squid takes more prep than you might think, so it is not something I make often—and suddenly I was really craving spicy squid stir-fry. I had been wanting Korean food for a while too, so without hesitation, let’s go-! ## Bapjangin in the underground dining area at Express Bus Terminal Station ### Getting there and the exterior ![Bapjangin location in the underground dining area at Express Bus Terminal Station](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-terminal-korean-squid-bapjangin/gangnam-terminal-korean-squid-bapjangin-03-1nt6p-966.webp) It is in the B1 dining area of Express Bus Terminal Station. It is opposite Shinsegae Factory, so it was not difficult to find. ![Bapjangin restaurant opposite Shinsegae Factory](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-terminal-korean-squid-bapjangin/gangnam-terminal-korean-squid-bapjangin-04-1u2ly-966.webp) As you walk along the underground passage, it naturally catches your eye, so it looked like a great place to duck into for a quick meal when there is an awkward amount of time left before your bus. I never expected to find such a hearty Korean rice restaurant at the terminal, haha. The restaurant looked quite large and pleasant too. There were lots of solo diners! ![Exterior of the Korean rice restaurant in the Express Bus Terminal basement](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-terminal-korean-squid-bapjangin/gangnam-terminal-korean-squid-bapjangin-05-ljt1o-966.webp) ### Solo seats and table seating ![Interior seating at Bapjangin Express Bus Terminal Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-terminal-korean-squid-bapjangin/gangnam-terminal-korean-squid-bapjangin-06-19xjh-966.webp) ![Dining area at Bapjangin Express Bus Terminal Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-terminal-korean-squid-bapjangin/gangnam-terminal-korean-squid-bapjangin-07-xw4zx-966.webp) One thing I liked was that there were plenty of seats that made solo dining easy. The individual seats were set up well, so people dining alone could eat comfortably without feeling self-conscious. ![Individual seats for solo dining](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-terminal-korean-squid-bapjangin/gangnam-terminal-korean-squid-bapjangin-08-1kqn0-966.webp) There were also several tables for three or four people, so it looked easy enough to come casually with neighborhood friends. The casual, no-pressure setting suits the terminal crowds who need to eat quickly and get going. Clean and comfortable! ![Table seating at Bapjangin](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-terminal-korean-squid-bapjangin/gangnam-terminal-korean-squid-bapjangin-09-10jcy-966.webp) ![Table kiosk ordering area](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-terminal-korean-squid-bapjangin/gangnam-terminal-korean-squid-bapjangin-10-l4vcg-966.webp) Each table has a kiosk, so ordering is easy~ ## Bapjangin menu and what I ordered ![Bapjangin stew and stir-fry menu](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-terminal-korean-squid-bapjangin/gangnam-terminal-korean-squid-bapjangin-11-vgnpr-966.webp) - Jjageuli (thick, reduced stew), clean potato stew, and spicy kimchi stew — ₩12,000 each - Savory brisket sundubu-jjigae (soft tofu stew) — ₩15,000 - Bulgogi stir-fry with lots of smoky flavor — ₩14,000 - Sizzling spicy squid stir-fry — ₩18,000 - Tofu kimchi — ₩20,000 - 1-person Spam set — ₩13,500 / 2-person Spam set — ₩27,000 - 2-person full table set — ₩39,000 / 3-person full table set — ₩49,000 ![Bapjangin set menu and water jug](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-terminal-korean-squid-bapjangin/gangnam-terminal-korean-squid-bapjangin-12-1rr79-966.webp) The little water jug was so cute, haha. ![Cute water jug on the table](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-terminal-korean-squid-bapjangin/gangnam-terminal-korean-squid-bapjangin-13-1e72l-966.webp) ![Seaweed flakes to sprinkle over rice](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-terminal-korean-squid-bapjangin/gangnam-terminal-korean-squid-bapjangin-14-1fj1t-966.webp) Seaweed flakes to sprinkle over rice = magical appetite-boosting seaweed flakes 🖤 🍚 I ordered these two: spicy squid stir-fry and brisket sundubu-jjigae. One spicy protein dish plus the punchy soft-tofu broth I already love sounded like the perfect combination. ## Sweet-and-spicy sizzling squid stir-fry ![A plate of sizzling spicy squid stir-fry](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-terminal-korean-squid-bapjangin/gangnam-terminal-korean-squid-bapjangin-15-1l4am-966.webp) The smell of sweet-and-spicy seasoning hit me as soon as I sat down. With the first bite, I could immediately taste how thoroughly the squid had absorbed the sauce. The squid was springy and chewy, with a great bite. ![Chewy spicy squid stir-fry coated in sauce](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-terminal-korean-squid-bapjangin/gangnam-terminal-korean-squid-bapjangin-16-nifaf-966.webp) The sweet-and-spicy seasoning was not overly intense, but it had a definite savory depth—an instant rice thief. ![Spicy squid stir-fry served with seaweed flakes](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-terminal-korean-squid-bapjangin/gangnam-terminal-korean-squid-bapjangin-17-5xpr6-966.webp) It was absolutely fantastic with the seaweed flakes! ![Spicy squid stir-fry in sweet-and-spicy sauce](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-terminal-korean-squid-bapjangin/gangnam-terminal-korean-squid-bapjangin-18-kujxu-966.webp) Anyone who loves squid stir-fry or sweet-and-spicy seasoning would totally be into this! ![Korean meal served with seasoned seaweed flakes](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-terminal-korean-squid-bapjangin/gangnam-terminal-korean-squid-bapjangin-19-1afn2-966.webp) This is the kind of Korean comfort-food restaurant everyone can enjoy! Seasoned roasted seaweed flakes came as a basic side, and they were so good!! Sprinkle them over rice and the nutty flavor really comes alive. Koreans simply cannot resist the combination of red-seasoned food and nutty seaweed flakes-! It is a combination anyone would enjoy, and I kept reaching for more. ![Generous serving of spicy squid stir-fry](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-terminal-korean-squid-bapjangin/gangnam-terminal-korean-squid-bapjangin-20-freid-966.webp) The portion was surprisingly generous too, so I had a really satisfying meal. ## Brisket soft tofu stew bubbling with heat ![Brisket soft tofu stew in an earthenware pot](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-terminal-korean-squid-bapjangin/gangnam-terminal-korean-squid-bapjangin-21-ifwsl-966.webp) It arrived bubbling away in a ttukbaegi (earthenware pot), and the red broth looked perfectly punchy at first glance. As soon as I took a spoonful, its spicy aroma rose right up. ![Spicy, punchy soft tofu stew broth](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-terminal-korean-squid-bapjangin/gangnam-terminal-korean-squid-bapjangin-22-1l672-966.webp) The soft tofu was fluffy and tender, and there were generous, big pieces of vegetables and tofu, making it fun to chew too. ![Soft tofu stew with vegetables and tofu](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-terminal-korean-squid-bapjangin/gangnam-terminal-korean-squid-bapjangin-23-11tdq-966.webp) It is already a dish I love, but this sundubu-jjigae was even more filling because it came with plenty of vegetables. The broth was perfect for polishing off a whole bowl of rice in no time. If you love soft tofu stew, it is worth dropping by at least once for its punchy broth. ## A meal before or after shopping and bus travel With solo-friendly seats and plenty of tables for three or four people, it was a great place to come casually with friends too. It is in just the right spot to fill up before going shopping, and it is easy to stop by before or after taking a bus. When you are wondering what to eat, I would recommend Bapjangin Express Bus Terminal Branch as a Korean rice restaurant at Express Bus Terminal. ♥︎ ## Where it is - Bapjangin Express Bus Terminal Branch (밥장인 고속터미널점) - B1 #20, Seoul Express Bus Terminal, 194 Sinbanpo-ro, Seocho-gu, Seoul, South Korea - 서울특별시 서초구 신반포로 194 서울고속버스터미널 지하1층 20호 - 37.50568, 127.0058467 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EB%B0%A5%EC%9E%A5%EC%9D%B8%20%EA%B3%A0%EC%86%8D%ED%84%B0%EB%AF%B8%EB%84%90%EC%A0%90/@37.50568,127.0058467,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@choosing-a-bar/gangnam-terminal-korean-squid-bapjangin/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt