# Gangnam solo seat dinner, mini doenjang jjageuli add-on: 1992 Deopbap - By Jiyoo Han (https://superchart.com/en/@euljiro-side-plate/) - Written Sep 11, 2026 - Local places › Restaurants › Gangnam, Seoul - Sponsored: This post was written after a visit supported by the business. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@euljiro-side-plate/gangnam-solo-nakji-rice-mini-jjaguli/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@euljiro-side-plate/gangnam-solo-nakji-rice-mini-jjaguli/index.md) ## In short 1992 Deopbap & Jjageuli Gangnam Main Branch is a Korean restaurant near Exit 3 of Gangnam Station in Seoul, serving jjageuli (thick stew), rice bowls and bibimbap on a full self-order system. On a weekday evening between 7 and 8 pm, when the restaurant was full, a solo seat made room for a spicy stir-fried octopus rice bowl with a mini doenjang jjageuli added, plus steamed egg and side dishes. With plenty of solo seats and fair prices, 1992 Deopbap is an easy pick for a filling Korean meal on your own. ## Good to know - **Hours**: Mon–Fri 10:30–23:00 (last order 22:20), Sat–Sun 10:30–22:00 (last order 21:20) - **Ordering**: Order, pay, pick up and clear your own tray; water and drinks are self-service too - **Rewards**: 7% points earned on each order - **What was ordered**: Spicy stir-fried octopus rice bowl + mini doenjang jjageuli add-on - **Seating**: Tables for 1 to 4 people, with many solo seats - **Parking**: No dedicated lot; public transit to Gangnam Station Exit 3 recommended - **Extras**: Takeout and delivery pickup zone; wet wipes, candy, mouthwash and hair ties available *as written by the visitor on Sep 11, 2026* I recently found myself needing a solo meal, so I headed to 1992 Deopbap & Jjageuli Gangnam Main Branch, a great spot for eating alone near Gangnam Station. With its neat Korean spread, seats that don't feel awkward for solo diners, and reasonable prices, this place has already built quite a reputation — even on a weekday evening the place was packed with customers! Here's my write-up from a weekday evening visit. ![Signature photo of the octopus rice bowl spread at 1992 Deopbap & Jjageuli Gangnam Main Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-solo-nakji-rice-mini-jjaguli/gangnam-solo-nakji-rice-mini-jjaguli-01-1njwz-1200.webp) Hours Mon–Fri 10:30–23:00 (last order 22:20) Sat–Sun 10:30–22:00 (last order 21:20) ## Where is 1992 Deopbap & Jjageuli Gangnam Main Branch, and is there parking? 1992 Deopbap & Jjageuli Gangnam Main Branch is near Exit 3 of Gangnam Station. There's no dedicated parking lot, so I'd recommend taking public transit! ![Exterior of 1992 Deopbap & Jjageuli Gangnam Main Branch near Gangnam Station](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-solo-nakji-rice-mini-jjaguli/gangnam-solo-nakji-rice-mini-jjaguli-02-1cex5-900.webp) This is the exterior of 1992 Deopbap & Jjageuli Gangnam Main Branch, a great Gangnam Station spot for a solo meal. ![Takeout and delivery pickup zone inside the restaurant](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-solo-nakji-rice-mini-jjaguli/gangnam-solo-nakji-rice-mini-jjaguli-03-d7m5c-900.webp) There must be a lot of people doing takeout or delivery, because they even have a separate pickup zone! ## Solo seats at 1992 Deopbap: full house by 7 pm on a weekday 1992 Deopbap & Jjageuli Gangnam Main Branch has tables for 1 to 4 people, with a good number of solo seats. I visited around 7–8pm on a weekday and the place was nearly full, so I couldn't take too many photos. It's a fairly large space, and the seating mix means they can accommodate all kinds of party sizes. ![Interior of the restaurant, fully packed on a weekday evening](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-solo-nakji-rice-mini-jjaguli/gangnam-solo-nakji-rice-mini-jjaguli-04-1s8xf-900.webp) Here's a look at the interior. ![Solo seating ideal for eating alone](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-solo-nakji-rice-mini-jjaguli/gangnam-solo-nakji-rice-mini-jjaguli-05-y5c3h-900.webp) As a great Gangnam Station spot for eating alone, I was impressed to see so many solo seats! ## Menu and self-ordering at 1992 Deopbap, with 7% points back At 1992 Deopbap & Jjageuli Gangnam Main Branch, ordering and payment, as well as pickup and bussing, are all self-service. Thanks to that, you can get a high-quality spread at a more reasonable price. They also have a points system that gives back a solid 7% on every order — definitely a perk for regulars. ![Menu board listing jjageuli, rice bowls, and bibimbap](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-solo-nakji-rice-mini-jjaguli/gangnam-solo-nakji-rice-mini-jjaguli-06-nl1ba-900.webp) There was a long line behind me so I couldn't get a photo, but the menu ranges widely across jjageuli, rice bowls, bibimbap, and side dishes, so there's plenty to choose from. Depending on the dish, you get a side like steamed egg or a stew, plus a variety of banchan (side dishes) — and the price is still quite reasonable for all that! ![Water and drinks set up at the self-service corner](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-solo-nakji-rice-mini-jjaguli/gangnam-solo-nakji-rice-mini-jjaguli-07-18ze5-900.webp) ![Self-service bar with wet wipes, candy, mouthwash, and hair ties](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-solo-nakji-rice-mini-jjaguli/gangnam-solo-nakji-rice-mini-jjaguli-08-1ssrp-900.webp) Water and drinks are self-service! And thoughtfully, they also have wet wipes, candy, mouthwash, and hair ties on hand. ## Spicy octopus rice bowl with mini doenjang jjageuli: the full table My solo order came out as a spicy octopus stir-fry rice bowl with an added mini doenjang jjageuli. Once the food is ready, they call your number for pickup — and even with the crowd, it came out fast! ![Solo meal set of spicy octopus stir-fry rice bowl with added mini doenjang jjageuli](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-solo-nakji-rice-mini-jjaguli/gangnam-solo-nakji-rice-mini-jjaguli-09-2cglm-900.webp) ![Korean meal spread with rice bowl, jjageuli, steamed egg, and side dishes](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-solo-nakji-rice-mini-jjaguli/gangnam-solo-nakji-rice-mini-jjaguli-10-qkroq-966.webp) Just looking at it, you can tell it's a hearty Korean spread! The presentation alone was on point. ![Spicy octopus stir-fry rice bowl topped with shredded green onion and seaweed flakes](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-solo-nakji-rice-mini-jjaguli/gangnam-solo-nakji-rice-mini-jjaguli-11-lk6g7-900.webp) The spicy octopus rice bowl was generously topped with shredded green onion and roasted seaweed flakes. Drizzling on some pressed sesame oil from the mill made it even better. ![Close-up of the spicy octopus rice bowl drizzled with sesame oil](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-solo-nakji-rice-mini-jjaguli/gangnam-solo-nakji-rice-mini-jjaguli-12-17y7h-900.webp) ![Thick chunks of octopus in the rice bowl before mixing](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-solo-nakji-rice-mini-jjaguli/gangnam-solo-nakji-rice-mini-jjaguli-13-ttnmg-900.webp) Once mixed well, it really lived up to its name — spicy! The octopus wasn't cut into tiny pieces either; it came in thick chunks and plenty of them, with a satisfying chewy bite. The crunchy bits of green onion in between made it even tastier. This wasn't some token octopus rice bowl thrown together — it was the real deal! ![Bowl of the added mini doenjang jjageuli](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-solo-nakji-rice-mini-jjaguli/gangnam-solo-nakji-rice-mini-jjaguli-14-olnqs-m-900.webp) ### Mini doenjang jjageuli: mini in name only This is the mini jjageuli I added on. Despite being called 'mini,' it was packed with hearty ingredients, and the portion was quite generous for one person — very satisfying. ![Mini doenjang jjageuli with beef brisket, potato, and zucchini](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-solo-nakji-rice-mini-jjaguli/gangnam-solo-nakji-rice-mini-jjaguli-15-1c1dp-874.webp) ![Rich broth and ingredients inside the mini doenjang jjageuli](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-solo-nakji-rice-mini-jjaguli/gangnam-solo-nakji-rice-mini-jjaguli-16-1jc8c-900.webp) Ingredients like beef brisket, potato, zucchini, mushrooms, and green onion added to the fullness, and the slightly spicy, rich broth was good enough to pass for a specialty doenjang jjigae (soybean paste stew) shop! ![Fluffy steamed egg served as a standard side](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-solo-nakji-rice-mini-jjaguli/gangnam-solo-nakji-rice-mini-jjaguli-17-ve3fc-900.webp) ![A spoonful of the steamed egg cross-section](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-solo-nakji-rice-mini-jjaguli/gangnam-solo-nakji-rice-mini-jjaguli-18-q1rh6-868.webp) The fluffy steamed egg was just a standard side, but it was genuinely delicious!! ![Neatly arranged standard side dishes](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-solo-nakji-rice-mini-jjaguli/gangnam-solo-nakji-rice-mini-jjaguli-19-16n7t-900.webp) ![Side dish plate served alongside the rice bowl](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-solo-nakji-rice-mini-jjaguli/gangnam-solo-nakji-rice-mini-jjaguli-20-19hvj-900.webp) The side dishes were also neat and well put together. Thanks to it all, even eating alone, I walked out feeling full and satisfied, no complaints at all. ## Verdict: a solo Korean meal worth the trip near Gangnam Station Price, taste, quality, and atmosphere — 1992 Deopbap & Jjageuli Gangnam Main Branch delivered on every front! There's clearly a reason this place is so busy. I found myself curious about the other menu items too. If you're craving a neat, hearty Korean meal in the heart of Gangnam, or looking for a great spot for a solo meal near Gangnam Station, I'd recommend this place! ## Where it is - 1992 Deopbap & Jjageuli Gangnam Main Branch (1992 덮밥&짜글이 강남본점) - 6 Gangnam-daero 84-gil, 1st floor, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea - 서울특별시 강남구 강남대로84길 6 1층 1992덮밥&짜글이 - 37.4964603, 127.029156 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/1992%20%EB%8D%AE%EB%B0%A5%26%EC%A7%9C%EA%B8%80%EC%9D%B4%20%EA%B0%95%EB%82%A8%EB%B3%B8%EC%A0%90/@37.4964603,127.029156,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@euljiro-side-plate/gangnam-solo-nakji-rice-mini-jjaguli/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt