Seoul restaurant for a Magok team dinner of nakgopsae and soju
In short
Gungmin Nakgopsae Gangseo Branch is a nakgopsae (octopus, beef tripe and shrimp hot pot) restaurant on Gangseo-ro near Balsan Station in Gangseo, Seoul. Two people visited at 7pm on a weekend and ordered a medium beef tripe nakgopsae for 34,900 won and a bottle of Chamisul Original soju for 5,000 won, and delivery orders kept coming in the whole time. With octopus, beef tripe and shrimp sharing one pot and soju alongside, Gungmin Nakgopsae Gangseo Branch suits a Magok after-work dinner or a casual team night out.
Good to know
- Menu
- Medium beef tripe nakgopsae — 34,900 won
- Drink
- Chamisul Original soju — 5,000 won
- Visit time
- Weekend, 7pm, party of two
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 11:00–22:00 (last order 21:00) / Sat–Sun 11:00–23:00 (last order 22:00)
- Amenities
- Delivery, takeout, groups welcome, reservations, high chairs, Wi-Fi, parking, separate men's and women's restrooms
- Closed
- September 25–26 for the Chuseok holiday
- Address
- 1F Units 5 and 6, Donga Building, 330 Gangseo-ro, Gangseo-gu, Seoul
- Price reference
- ₩34,900 ≈ $25 · ₩5,000 ≈ $3.6 (2026-09-19)
as written by the visitor on Sep 18, 2026
Why Gungmin Nakgopsae Gangseo Branch works for an after-work dinner in Magok
While looking for a Magok dinner spot for a team get-together, I stopped by Gungmin Nakgopsae near Balsan Station around 7pm on a weekend. Since it overlapped with the after-work rush, the place had a natural office-dinner atmosphere, and delivery orders kept coming in the whole time we ate.
It felt natural that so many people come looking for nakgopsae (octopus, tripe, shrimp hot pot) in the evening. The dish has octopus, tripe, and shrimp — all things I love — so there was really no way I wasn't ordering it. haha
Weekend 7pm at Gungmin Nakgopsae: dine-in tables and nonstop delivery orders
I heard weekdays get especially busy as a Magok dinner spot, but even on a weekend evening both dine-in orders and deliveries kept coming in together.
Delivery orders didn't stop even while we were eating, which made me think nakgopsae is a really popular dinner choice.
With spicy broth loaded with tripe, octopus, and shrimp, it worked well for pairing a meal with drinks too.
Medium beef tripe nakgopsae at 34,900 won: enough for two
What we ordered that day was the medium beef tripe nakgopsae for ₩34,900 and a bottle of Chamisul Original for ₩5,000.
Rather than ordering several dishes separately, being able to share octopus, tripe, and shrimp from one pot made for an easy dinner for two. It was also nice for slowly eating while sipping a drink.
Beef tripe, octopus and shrimp in one pot
Nakgopsae comes with chewy octopus, shrimp, and savory beef tripe all together, so even eating from one pot there was plenty of enjoyment.
The beef tripe especially added a savory richness to the broth, and alternating between octopus and shrimp kept it from feeling one-note all the way through. The spicy seasoning soaked in well too, making it great with rice.
How nakgopsae pairs with Chamisul Original soju
Beef tripe nakgopsae worked well beyond just a meal — it paired nicely with soju too. The spicy seasoning and the savory taste of the tripe went really well together with Chamisul Original. It was the kind of dish that starts as an after-work dinner and naturally turns into a drink or two.
An easy dish to share with coworkers
Since nakgopsae is eaten from one shared pot in the middle of the table, it seems like a good fit for sharing at a work dinner too. There were only two of us that day, but since it's slow-simmered, it was easy to chat while eating.
Having octopus, tripe, and shrimp all in one dish also meant we got to taste several ingredients at once, which was a plus.
Service at Gungmin Nakgopsae during the busy evening rush
Even though evening orders and deliveries kept coming in nonstop, the staff's service was friendly.
Whenever we needed something, they took care of it right away, which made the meal easy to enjoy. This Magok dinner spot stayed calm in its service even during busy hours, so the mood felt comfortable even for an evening get-together.
Why Balsan Station is easy for an evening get-together
Balsan Station and the Magok area are convenient for office workers making evening plans after work. A menu like Gungmin Nakgopsae's, where you can enjoy a meal and drinks together, is an easy pick for a dinner gathering or team meal.
With beef tripe, octopus, and shrimp all together, one dish lets you taste several ingredients, and it worked well for enjoying dinner and drinks at the same time.
I left the car and took public transit that day too, and since the dish is such a great drinking snack, I ended up having a drink I usually skip because of driving — and it was the best pairing. haha
Hours, address and parking at Gungmin Nakgopsae Gangseo Branch
- Name: Gungmin Nakgopsae Balsan Branch
- Address: 1F Units 5, 6, Donga Building, 330 Gangseo-ro, Gangseo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
- Hours: Mon–Fri 11:00–22:00 / last order 21:00, Sat–Sun 11:00–23:00 / last order 22:00
- Amenities: Delivery, takeout, group seating, reservations, high chairs, Wi-Fi, parking, separate restrooms
- Closed: September 25–26 for Chuseok holiday
Final verdict on Gungmin Nakgopsae Gangseo Branch
Gungmin Nakgopsae, a good spot for a Magok dinner, kept getting delivery orders throughout our visit and the staff stayed friendly the whole time. The main dish, beef tripe nakgopsae, was easy to share between two people and paired well with soju, making it a good fit for a Magok office dinner or casual team meal. The value was decent too, making it a comfortable Magok dinner spot for a relaxed drink. haha
Where it is
1F Units 5, 6, Donga Building, 330 Gangseo-ro, Gangseo-gu, Seoul, South Korea서울특별시 강서구 강서로 330 동아빌딩 1층 5호, 6호
