# Makgeolli bar near Gangnam Station with monkfish liver hoe: Arigyegok

- By Jaeeun So (https://superchart.com/en/@euljiro-tin-glass/)
- Written Sep 22, 2026
- Local places › Bars › Gangnam, Seoul
- Sponsored: This post was written after the restaurant provided the meal for the visit.
- English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@euljiro-tin-glass/arigyegok-gangnam-wongi-set-makgeolli/
- Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@euljiro-tin-glass/arigyegok-gangnam-wongi-set-makgeolli/index.md)

## In short

Arigyegok Gangnam is a Korean bar and makgeolli spot in a Teheran-ro 1-gil alley near Gangnam Station in Seoul, decorated with a media waterfall and a valley-themed interior. The Wongi set costs 39,700 won, and swapping in the spicy hangover chicken hot pot (+1,000 won) and the nurungji monkfish liver hoe (+15,000 won) brought the total to 55,700 won, served with makgeolli. The peppery chicken hot pot broth, the rich monkfish liver hoe and the pan-fried chicken yukjeon all worked as makgeolli anju.

## Good to know

- **Hours**: Weekdays 17:00–01:00 / Weekends 16:30–01:00
- **Parking**: Not available
- **Address**: 1F, 28-14 Teheran-ro 1-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
- **Wongi set**: 39,700 won
- **Menu swaps**: Spicy hangover chicken hot pot +1,000 won, nurungji monkfish liver hoe +15,000 won
- **Final total**: 55,700 won after the swaps
- **Set as ordered**: Spicy hangover chicken hot pot, nurungji monkfish liver hoe, chicken yukjeon

*as written by the visitor on Sep 22, 2026*

Recommended Gangnam Station bar, Arigyegok — Korean bar with makgeolli, spicy hangover chicken hot pot, hot spot for Gangnam dates and gatherings.

![Wongi set table spread at Arigyegok, a Korean bar near Gangnam Station](https://img.superchart.com/images/arigyegok-gangnam-wongi-set-makgeolli/arigyegok-gangnam-wongi-set-makgeolli-01-1q06z-960.webp)

![Chicken hot pot and makgeolli on the table at Arigyegok](https://img.superchart.com/images/arigyegok-gangnam-wongi-set-makgeolli/arigyegok-gangnam-wongi-set-makgeolli-02-xth8m-960.webp)

Hi, this is Jini from Earth Lab~ In the middle of flashy, busy Gangnam, wouldn't you love a bar with cool valley vibes where you can enjoy high-quality Korean anju (drinking snacks) with a glass of makgeolli? This is Arigyegok, the unique Korean bar in Gangnam that's trending for its huge media waterfall and valley-inspired interior!

A satisfying Wongi set! (Spicy, rich hangover chicken hot pot, monkfish liver hoe mixed with nurungji rice crust, and light savory chicken yukjeon) all paired with a glass or two of makgeolli that just goes down easy~! Let's get into the review~!

## Arigyegok Gangnam hours and parking

Arigyegok's Gangnam Station branch is on the 1st floor of 28-14 Teheran-ro 1-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul. Hours are weekdays 17:00–01:00, weekends 16:30–01:00, and parking is not available.

## A media waterfall in a Gangnam alley: outside and inside Arigyegok

![Exterior of Arigyegok's Gangnam Station branch with lighting facade](https://img.superchart.com/images/arigyegok-gangnam-wongi-set-makgeolli/arigyegok-gangnam-wongi-set-makgeolli-03-11n8w-960.webp)

An exterior that catches your eye while walking through the Gangnam alleys! The lighting facade shaped like a traditional gourd bottle and mountain ridges is styled beautifully right from the entrance.

![Large media waterfall wall and valley bridge interior](https://img.superchart.com/images/arigyegok-gangnam-wongi-set-makgeolli/arigyegok-gangnam-wongi-set-makgeolli-04-jo5qq-960.webp)

The moment you step inside, your eyes are drawn to a massive media waterfall wall glowing in clear blue against the dim lighting! The interior also has a valley bridge design that makes it feel like a stream is trickling along the floor, giving off the cool, distinctive feel of a mountain valley lodge~

## Arigyegok's menu and how to swap dishes inside the set

![Arigyegok set menu board](https://img.superchart.com/images/arigyegok-gangnam-wongi-set-makgeolli/arigyegok-gangnam-wongi-set-makgeolli-05-1njow-960.webp)

![Menu board listing single jeon and fried anju dishes](https://img.superchart.com/images/arigyegok-gangnam-wongi-set-makgeolli/arigyegok-gangnam-wongi-set-makgeolli-06-jz408-720.webp)

Arigyegok has everything from single jeon and fried anju dishes to great-value set meals~ The names are cute too, like Wongi, Boyang, and Janchi sets haha. What I especially loved was that you can pay a little extra to swap items within a set to match your taste!

### What we ordered at Arigyegok and what it cost

- Wongi set ₩39,700
- Spicy hangover chicken hot pot +₩1,000
- Chicken yukjeon
- Nurungji monkfish liver hoe +₩15,000
- Total after changes: ₩55,700

## Spicy hangover chicken hot pot: fish out the glass noodles first

![Spicy hangover chicken hot pot in an earthenware pot on the burner](https://img.superchart.com/images/arigyegok-gangnam-wongi-set-makgeolli/arigyegok-gangnam-wongi-set-makgeolli-07-1ut82-960.webp)

![Chicken tenderloins on a stand with eomnamu branch in the hot pot](https://img.superchart.com/images/arigyegok-gangnam-wongi-set-makgeolli/arigyegok-gangnam-wongi-set-makgeolli-08-1qubm-960.webp)

A big earthenware hot pot set right on the burner — an overwhelming sight from the start! The eomnamu (angelica tree) branch was a nice touch, and the fresh chicken tenderloins on the stand alongside the chicken drumstick meat on top of the broth were amazing!

![Bubbling red broth of the spicy hangover chicken hot pot](https://img.superchart.com/images/arigyegok-gangnam-wongi-set-makgeolli/arigyegok-gangnam-wongi-set-makgeolli-09-15t83-960.webp)

![Cutting and cooking chicken drumstick meat in the hot pot](https://img.superchart.com/images/arigyegok-gangnam-wongi-set-makgeolli/arigyegok-gangnam-wongi-set-makgeolli-10-dyy5w-960.webp)

Once the broth starts bubbling, you cut and cook the chicken drumstick meat on top, then dunk the tenderloins from the stand into the broth to cook shabu-shabu style~

![A piece of chicken tenderloin cooked shabu-shabu style](https://img.superchart.com/images/arigyegok-gangnam-wongi-set-makgeolli/arigyegok-gangnam-wongi-set-makgeolli-11-erhac-960.webp)

![Chicken dipped in the special seasoning sauce](https://img.superchart.com/images/arigyegok-gangnam-wongi-set-makgeolli/arigyegok-gangnam-wongi-set-makgeolli-12-q4z7m-m-960.webp)

The tender, well-cooked chicken, dipped into the tangy-spicy special sauce that comes with it, has a clean, grease-free flavor that wraps around your mouth~

![Green onion, bracken fern, and enoki mushroom in the hot pot](https://img.superchart.com/images/arigyegok-gangnam-wongi-set-makgeolli/arigyegok-gangnam-wongi-set-makgeolli-13-1ddl3-960.webp)

![A ladle scooping up the hot pot broth](https://img.superchart.com/images/arigyegok-gangnam-wongi-set-makgeolli/arigyegok-gangnam-wongi-set-makgeolli-14-qhpj5-960.webp)

![Glass noodles fished out from the bottom of the pot](https://img.superchart.com/images/arigyegok-gangnam-wongi-set-makgeolli/arigyegok-gangnam-wongi-set-makgeolli-15-1w4nz-960.webp)

Besides the chicken, the red broth is packed with hangover-friendly ingredients like green onion, bracken fern, and enoki mushroom~ The broth is spicy yet deeply savory with rich chicken stock flavor coming through — one sip and I was amazed!

Also, about halfway through the hot pot, I found out there were glass noodles hidden at the bottom of the pot! I didn't know at first, so by the time I fished them out they'd gotten a bit too swollen and chewy haha. Luckily they still tasted great with the seasoning, but if you go, fish out the glass noodles first!

## Nurungji monkfish liver hoe: smash with a mallet, then mix

On the plate, bright red hoe (raw fish/meat tartare) and chopped green onion are spread out, with crispy rice crust (nurungji) and an adorable mini mallet, plus monkfish liver (anki mo)~

![Nurungji monkfish liver hoe plate with a mini wooden mallet](https://img.superchart.com/images/arigyegok-gangnam-wongi-set-makgeolli/arigyegok-gangnam-wongi-set-makgeolli-16-hkpua-960.webp)

You smash the nurungji with the wooden mallet and mix it with the fresh hoe! Smashing the rice crust with the mallet is stress-relieving in itself, and once you mix it well and take a spoonful...

![Smashed nurungji mixed with hoe](https://img.superchart.com/images/arigyegok-gangnam-wongi-set-makgeolli/arigyegok-gangnam-wongi-set-makgeolli-17-jgwvt-960.webp)

...the chewy texture of the hoe combined with the crunchy, nutty bite of the nurungji creates such varied and amazing textures and flavors!

![A spoonful of nurungji hoe mixture](https://img.superchart.com/images/arigyegok-gangnam-wongi-set-makgeolli/arigyegok-gangnam-wongi-set-makgeolli-18-1bkmb-960.webp)

And the monkfish liver served alongside is truly a genius touch! The distinctly creamy, rich flavor of anki mo spreads smoothly through your mouth — delicious enough to rival a high-end Japanese restaurant even eaten alone, but...

![Monkfish liver anki mo served alongside the hoe](https://img.superchart.com/images/arigyegok-gangnam-wongi-set-makgeolli/arigyegok-gangnam-wongi-set-makgeolli-19-1v3wl-960.webp)

...paired with the hoe and nutty nurungji, the crispy, light rice crust nicely balances out the richness of the monkfish liver, making it an anju you just can't stop eating haha.

## What does Arigyegok's chicken yukjeon taste like?

![A plate of golden pan-fried chicken yukjeon](https://img.superchart.com/images/arigyegok-gangnam-wongi-set-makgeolli/arigyegok-gangnam-wongi-set-makgeolli-20-16yw8-960.webp)

I've had beef yukjeon plenty of times, but chicken yukjeon was new to me — the moment it arrived, a savory oil aroma filled the air~! It's finely minced fresh chicken thigh meat pan-fried to a golden, smoky-flavored finish!

![Torn piece of chicken yukjeon being picked up](https://img.superchart.com/images/arigyegok-gangnam-wongi-set-makgeolli/arigyegok-gangnam-wongi-set-makgeolli-21-jnvfp-960.webp)

![Chicken yukjeon dipped in spicy sauce](https://img.superchart.com/images/arigyegok-gangnam-wongi-set-makgeolli/arigyegok-gangnam-wongi-set-makgeolli-22-2dxic-960.webp)

Tearing off a bite with chopsticks, it's mildly greasy yet clean and moist, with the chicken's natural sweetness subtly coming through the more you chew. Dipped into the pungent pepper and spicy sauce placed in the middle, it's the ultimate anju that calls for makgeolli lol.

## A glass of makgeolli by the valley

![Table spread of chicken hot pot, hoe, and yukjeon with makgeolli](https://img.superchart.com/images/arigyegok-gangnam-wongi-set-makgeolli/arigyegok-gangnam-wongi-set-makgeolli-23-zj1dl-960.webp)

The spicy, deep chicken hot pot broth, the creamy-crunchy monkfish liver hoe, and the chicken yukjeon can all be considered perfect refreshing makgeolli pairings haha.

![A poured glass of makgeolli beneath the valley interior](https://img.superchart.com/images/arigyegok-gangnam-wongi-set-makgeolli/arigyegok-gangnam-wongi-set-makgeolli-24-197at-1200.webp)

A sip of sweet, fizzy makgeolli followed by a spoonful of hot hot pot broth just melts away the day's fatigue. The anju quality was great and it paired so well with makgeolli that I properly demolished it after work haha.

## Is Arigyegok Gangnam worth it? Final thoughts

Instead of the usual meat restaurant or noisy pub near Gangnam Station, Arigyegok let me soak in the cool valley-style atmosphere while enjoying high-quality Korean dishes with a proper glass of makgeolli. Thanks to the spacious, comfortable seating, it seems perfect for group gatherings or company dinners, and it's also a solid choice for a Gangnam date if you're looking for something special and distinctive. If you're looking for a can't-miss makgeolli-and-anju spot in Gangnam, I highly recommend visiting Arigyegok and trying the Wongi set combo~!

## Where it is

- Arigyegok Gangnam (아리계곡)
- 1F, 28-14 Teheran-ro 1-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea
- 서울특별시 강남구 테헤란로1길 28-14 지상1층 101, 102호
- 37.5004105, 127.0285452
- Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EC%95%84%EB%A6%AC%EA%B3%84%EA%B3%A1/@37.5004105,127.0285452,17z

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