Euljiro pub's level 3 bone grill, hotter than billed: Eulji Baektan

What is Eulji Baektan Ppyeogui in Euljiro?

Eulji Baektan Ppyeogui (을지백탄뼈구이) is a pub near Euljiro 3-ga Station whose signature dish is bone grill (ppyeogui, grilled meat on the bone) cooked over white charcoal. Euljiro has tons of great places for a drink, but this is one that has been getting buzz lately. Since the bone grill is cooked over white charcoal, just like the name says, you really get both the charcoal aroma and the smoky fire flavor.

This time I ordered the small bone grill (2 servings) at level 3 heat. The spicy sauce, deep smoky flavor and garlic made me crave a drink right away.

If you're looking for a different kind of meat dish in Euljiro, I'd really recommend giving it a try! haha

What's on the menu at Eulji Baektan Ppyeogui?

Besides the signature bone grill, the menu was packed with dishes that work as drinking snacks or a meal: bone hangover soup, beef belly and garlic chive bibim noodles, brisket and cartilage and more haha. Check the photos for the full menu!

So if you come with a group, it seems like a good idea to order a few extras to go with the bone grill.

How does the small bone grill taste at level 3 heat?

The small bone grill (2 servings), the signature dish here, looked so appetizing it made my mouth water.

🔥Level 3 heat🔥 The spiciness was definitely there, but it wasn't just hot. The savory depth was alive too, so I kept reaching for more.

Charcoal smoke and garlic: the standout flavors

What impressed me most about the bone grill was the smoky char and the garlic! Maybe thanks to the white charcoal, the meat had a subtle charcoal aroma, and the garlic-packed sauce on top made the flavor really deep :)

It wasn't just a punchy sauce. The nutty flavor you only get from cooking over open flame and the savory garlic came together to make every bite addictive.

Is level 3 really only as hot as Buldak noodles?

The menu says level 3 is about Buldak noodle (Samyang's fire chicken instant noodles) heat, but hmm... to me it felt hotter than that.

For reference, I order Yeopddeok (Yupdduk Tteokbokki) one step above Original (I'm not a weakling when it comes to spice), and level 3 bone grill was somewhere between Yeopddeok Original and the hot level. It was served freshly grilled, so I think the high temperature made it feel even spicier.

So if I go back, I'll order level 2 to enjoy the heat while it still tastes good. Keep that in mind when you order!!

Whole grilled scallions served with the bone grill

Another thing that impressed me at Eulji Baektan Ppyeogui is that they grill scallions and serve them alongside. And whole scallions at that!!!!! The sight was shocking and I loved it too haha.

Well-grilled scallions get sweeter, so eaten with the bone grill they naturally tame the spiciness and make the flavor even richer.

Adding grilled scallions made the texture and flavor much better balanced than meat alone, and I felt it's something that really sets Eulji Baektan Ppyeogui apart.

Why Eulji Baektan Ppyeogui is worth a visit (order level 2)

• Deep smoky flavor from white charcoal open-fire grilling
• Addictive sauce with plenty of garlic flavor
• Choose your heat level, step by step!
• A special setup with whole grilled scallions
• A spot for a drink with Euljiro vibes and a different kind of menu
• Works for company dinners, dates and get-togethers

What's the atmosphere like at Eulji Baektan Ppyeogui?

The place captures that special Euljiro vibe, and I found the atmosphere charming. It's casual yet lively, so it's great for dates, of course! And also for get-togethers with friends or company dinners. The place was packed with customers stopping by for a drink after work, so you can tell it's already a popular spot.

The tables were spaced comfortably so we could eat in peace, and the smell of meat grilling over white charcoal built up the anticipation before the food even arrived.

You get the full bustling Euljiro feel, plus delicious bone grill on top, which made it an even more satisfying place.

Eulji Baektan Ppyeogui hours and location near Euljiro 3-ga Station

Eulji Baektan Ppyeogui is on the 1st floor at 110-2 Euljiro, Jung-gu, Seoul, near Euljiro 3-ga Station (Lines 2 and 3). It stays open until 2 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays.

• Mon–Thu 11:00–24:00 (last order 23:00)
• Fri 11:00–02:00 (last order 01:00)
• Sat 15:00–02:00 (last order 01:00)
• Sun 15:00–24:00 (last order 23:00)