Dongdaemun Korean restaurant, 27-dish bossam set: Hansang Charyim

An honest review of Hansang Charyim Bapsang's 27-dish bossam set — the ultimate value meal backed by three TV shows, in Sinseol-dong, Dongdaemun.

What kind of restaurant is Hansang Charyim Bapsang Sinseol-dong?

Today I'm sharing my review of a hanjeongsik (Korean set-meal) restaurant in Sinseol-dong, Dongdaemun, that I'd been wanting to visit for ages after hearing so much buzz about it on social media and TV — Hansang Charyim Bapsang.

This place has been verified as a top-tier restaurant on multiple TV programs, including SBS's <Life of Masters>, MBC's <Live Tonight>, and YTN's <Golden Compass>.

The entrance and walls were covered in broadcast posters, celebrity autographs, and guestbook entries from YouTubers, so my expectations were sky-high before I even walked in.

Can you eat alone? What to know before visiting Hansang Charyim

At the entrance of Hansang Charyim Bapsang Sinseol-dong there's a waitlist along with usage notices. Because the hansang (whole-table spread) comes with a whopping 27 side dishes, solo dining isn't possible, and each person must order one set. One big plus for this visit: there's no break time.

The interior was cozy and neatly arranged, and the owner and staff who set each table were noticeably kind and attentive.

Hansang Charyim Bapsang menu and prices

Menu board (Hansang Charyim Bapsang & Hansang Jumak)

Set meals

• Bansang Set (solo) ₩9,000 (cash price) — lunch discount for cash / available until 5pm / please don't leave leftovers
• Hansang Bossam Set (2+ people) ₩15,000
• Hanbang Galbi Set (2+ people) ₩17,000 — choose stone-pot rice or regular rice first
• Stone-Pot Bossam Set (2+ people / stone-pot rice takes 10 min) ₩17,000
• Stone-Pot Galbi Set (2+ people) ₩19,000
• Bossam (extra meat) ₩20,000
• Galbi (extra meat) ₩20,000
• Rice ₩1,000 — to-go container for leftovers ₩1,000 / upgrade to stone-pot rice ₩2,000

Anju (snacks to go with drinks)

• Kimchi jeon (kimchi pancake) ₩15,000
• Chive pancake ₩15,000
• Bossam platter ₩30,000
• Galbi platter ₩30,000
• Aged kimchi jjim (braised kimchi) platter ₩30,000
• Euljiro-style whelk ₩25,000
• Old-style fried chicken, extra-large (two flavors) ₩20,000
• Old-style fried chicken, large (one flavor) ₩15,000 — mild / lightly spicy / medium spicy / spicy / soy sauce
• Dried pollack strips ₩10,000

Drinks

• Jangsu makgeolli ₩4,000
• Wolmae ₩5,000
• Dalbam Jangsu ₩6,000
• Dalbit Yuja ₩7,000
• Jang Hongsam ₩7,000
• Soju ₩5,000
• Beer ₩5,000
• Soft drinks ₩2,000

The 27-dish bossam set meal that fills every inch of the table

Not long after we sat down and ordered, dishes started arriving on the table. The Korean expression 'the table legs are breaking' fit perfectly — side dish bowls covered every inch of the table with no gaps left.

The set's main dish, boiled pork bossam, arrived glistening and moist. The meat wasn't dry at all — tender and soft, it was outstanding.

Paired with the bossam kimchi, dried radish salad, tofu, and fresh lettuce wraps served alongside, every bite delivered a savory, sweet-and-spicy richness.

What is in the 27-dish side dish spread?

The quality of all the accompanying side dishes was impressive too:

Stew: a rich, hearty doenjang jjigae (soybean paste stew) arrived bubbling in a stone pot, cutting right through the richness of the meat.

Namul (seasoned vegetables) and other side dishes: bean sprout salad, stir-fried garlic stems, braised lotus root, japchae (glass noodle stir-fry), stir-fried fish cake, corn salad, braised quail eggs, pickled perilla leaves, pickled radish, and white kimchi — a whole array of home-style dishes, all neatly arranged.

Extra condiments: salted shrimp, ssamjang (dipping sauce), and garlic were also cleanly set out to add variety to the bossam.

None of the side dishes were over-seasoned — everything was just right, and paired with a warm bowl of freshly cooked rice, my bowl disappeared in no time.

Why Hansang Charyim keeps ending up on TV

After visiting in person, I completely understood why so many broadcasters rushed to cover this place, and why so many people line up to eat here. Generous portions, excellent flavor, and a 27-dish spread made with real care — this meal didn't fall short on anything.

If you're near Dongdaemun or Sinseol-dong and want a properly done hanjeongsik or a generous bossam set, I strongly recommend Hansang Charyim Bapsang! Visit with family, friends, or a partner for a truly satisfying meal.

Hansang Charyim Bapsang Sinseol-dong location and opening hours

• Address: 28 Hanbit-ro, 1st floor, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul, South Korea
• Wed 10:45–21:30 (last order 20:30)
• Thu (9/24) Chuseok holiday 10:00–22:00
• Fri (9/25) Chuseok 10:00–22:00
• Sat (9/26) Chuseok holiday 10:00–22:00
• Sun 10:45–21:30 (last order 20:30)
• Mon closed weekly (every Monday)
• Tue 10:45–21:30 (last order 20:30)
• Open on May 25 (Buddha's Birthday)