# Ansan izakaya with reserved dinner: Gisul's platter and hongjjamppong - By Yudam (https://superchart.com/en/@gyeonggi-highball-ledger/) - Written Sep 7, 2026 - Local places › Bars › Ansan, Gyeonggi - Sponsored: This post was written after being invited by the business. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@gyeonggi-highball-ledger/ansan-izakaya-gisul-hansang-hongjjambbong/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@gyeonggi-highball-ledger/ansan-izakaya-gisul-hansang-hongjjambbong/index.md) ## In short Gisul is a Japanese-style izakaya on Gojan 1-gil in Jungang-dong, Ansan, near Ansan Station. Visiting on a reservation, the writer tackled the signature Gisul platter, a spicy hongjjamppong (red seafood noodle soup), and draft beer, finding the sashimi and side dishes generous and the broth deep and fiery. For anyone in Ansan's Jungang-dong wanting both atmosphere and great drinking food, the Gisul platter plus hongjjamppong combo is the answer. ## Good to know - **Address**: 76 Gojan 1-gil, Unit 115, Danwon-gu, Ansan-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea - **Ordered**: Gisul platter, hongjjamppong, draft beer - **Popular menu**: Gisul platter, salmon sashimi, chicken nanban, hanwoo mungtigi, zero-sugar yukhoe - **Seating**: Generously spaced, roomy seating - **Best for**: Dates in Ansan Jungang-dong, izakayas with great atmosphere, drinking-food gatherings *as written by the visitor on Sep 7, 2026* This time it's an izakaya in Ansan's Jungang-dong that's word-of-mouth famous both as a top spot for drinking food and as an atmospheric Ansan Jungang-dong bar — a place where you can raise a glass happily amid gorgeous, genuinely Japanese-feeling vibes and high-quality side dishes. ![Exterior of izakaya Gisul in Ansan Jungang-dong](https://img.superchart.com/images/ansan-izakaya-gisul-hansang-hongjjambbong/ansan-izakaya-gisul-hansang-hongjjambbong-01-1t7up-966.webp) I've brought back my honest review of 'Gisul.' From the signature Gisul platter to the deep, fiery broth of the hongjjamppong, I ate until I was stuffed — here's the delicious story! 💨 ## What's the atmosphere like? Japanese-style interior & a spacious, comfortable room 🏠✨ ![Interior of the softly lit Japanese-style izakaya](https://img.superchart.com/images/ansan-izakaya-gisul-hansang-hongjjambbong/ansan-izakaya-gisul-hansang-hongjjambbong-02-imn7g-m-966.webp) ![Japanese-style interior decor and lighting](https://img.superchart.com/images/ansan-izakaya-gisul-hansang-hongjjambbong/ansan-izakaya-gisul-hansang-hongjjambbong-03-ozibi-966.webp) A vibe-heavy izakaya atmosphere: soft lighting blends with sleek Japanese-style interior, and the mood hits you the moment you walk in. The atmosphere is genuinely great, perfect for a date with a partner or a hangout with friends. ✨ Spacious seating: the seats are generously spaced, so you can enjoy your drinks and conversation comfortably without feeling cramped. ![Spaciously arranged izakaya seating area](https://img.superchart.com/images/ansan-izakaya-gisul-hansang-hongjjambbong/ansan-izakaya-gisul-hansang-hongjjambbong-04-4u0jt-966.webp) ![Gisul's food menu board](https://img.superchart.com/images/ansan-izakaya-gisul-hansang-hongjjambbong/ansan-izakaya-gisul-hansang-hongjjambbong-05-on688-966.webp) A varied, fresh lineup of drinking food: alongside the signature Gisul platter, there's salmon sashimi, chicken nanban, hanwoo mungtigi (raw beef strips), and zero-sugar yukhoe (Korean beef tartare) — creative, fresh dishes that even think about your health. A generous drinks selection: there's a wide range of alcohol to match the high-quality, fresh-ingredient dishes, great for drinking however you like. 😊 ![Reserved table setting](https://img.superchart.com/images/ansan-izakaya-gisul-hansang-hongjjambbong/ansan-izakaya-gisul-hansang-hongjjambbong-06-xqnn3-966.webp) And since we went with a reservation, haha, the vibe plus the sweetness of it all was great! ## What we ordered: the ultimate hearty Gisul platter + fiery, spicy hongjjamppong 🍣🍜 On this visit we ordered Gisul's real signature combo — the Gisul platter and hongjjamppong — and properly conquered it! ![The signature Gisul platter laid out](https://img.superchart.com/images/ansan-izakaya-gisul-hansang-hongjjambbong/ansan-izakaya-gisul-hansang-hongjjambbong-07-a5pzs-1200.webp) ![Full spread of the Gisul platter](https://img.superchart.com/images/ansan-izakaya-gisul-hansang-hongjjambbong/ansan-izakaya-gisul-hansang-hongjjambbong-08-1s5ew-966.webp) ### Looks and lineup both nailed: the Gisul platter ![Sashimi plate from the Gisul platter](https://img.superchart.com/images/ansan-izakaya-gisul-hansang-hongjjambbong/ansan-izakaya-gisul-hansang-hongjjambbong-09-yly3i-966.webp) ![Neatly arranged dishes from the Gisul platter](https://img.superchart.com/images/ansan-izakaya-gisul-hansang-hongjjambbong/ansan-izakaya-gisul-hansang-hongjjambbong-10-ela2b-966.webp) Taste: one look and you know exactly why this is the signature menu! Fresh-feeling sashimi and a variety of dishes come out neatly arranged on one tray, each ingredient's natural flavor shining through, and the combination is incredible. ![Close-up of an individual dish from the Gisul platter](https://img.superchart.com/images/ansan-izakaya-gisul-hansang-hongjjambbong/ansan-izakaya-gisul-hansang-hongjjambbong-11-nbolr-966.webp) ![Close-up of a piece of sashimi from the Gisul platter](https://img.superchart.com/images/ansan-izakaya-gisul-hansang-hongjjambbong/ansan-izakaya-gisul-hansang-hongjjambbong-12-xxtpe-966.webp) ![A side dish accompanying the Gisul platter](https://img.superchart.com/images/ansan-izakaya-gisul-hansang-hongjjambbong/ansan-izakaya-gisul-hansang-hongjjambbong-13-eee5v-966.webp) ![Serving up a dish from the Gisul platter](https://img.superchart.com/images/ansan-izakaya-gisul-hansang-hongjjambbong/ansan-izakaya-gisul-hansang-hongjjambbong-14-8ebec-966.webp) There's no better dish for drinking food! 🍣✨ The portion was solid and the taste was seriously good! ![Draft beer ordered alongside the Gisul platter](https://img.superchart.com/images/ansan-izakaya-gisul-hansang-hongjjambbong/ansan-izakaya-gisul-hansang-hongjjambbong-15-19bsr-966.webp) + plus draft beer~~~ ### A deep broth that clears your head: hongjjamppong ![Hongjjamppong loaded with seafood](https://img.superchart.com/images/ansan-izakaya-gisul-hansang-hongjjambbong/ansan-izakaya-gisul-hansang-hongjjambbong-16-v1l1i-966.webp) ![Noodles and broth of the spicy hongjjamppong](https://img.superchart.com/images/ansan-izakaya-gisul-hansang-hongjjambbong/ansan-izakaya-gisul-hansang-hongjjambbong-17-ph4qw-966.webp) Taste: right when we were craving a warm, spicy broth while eating the platter, the hongjjamppong arrived! Loaded with fresh seafood, the broth is deep and rich, just spicy enough that it feels like drinking and getting a hangover cure at the same time. Slurping down the noodles from that fiery broth made for the perfect finish. 🍜🔥 ## Good to know before you go 💡 - Recommended combo: if it's your first visit, I strongly recommend the Gisul platter as your main, so you can taste a variety of dishes at once, paired with the spicy hongjjamppong as your soup dish! - A Jungang-dong date & gathering spot: the spacious, beautifully designed interior makes this a great choice for a romantic date, a save-the-date gathering, or meeting friends in Ansan's Jungang-dong. - Healthy yukhoe/mungtigi options: fresh, distinctive dishes like zero-sugar yukhoe and hanwoo mungtigi are also on the menu — yukhoe fans, definitely check it out! ## Store summary 📍📋 - 📍 Location: 76 Gojan 1-gil, Unit 115, Danwon-gu, Ansan-si, Gyeonggi-do - 🍣 Ordered: Gisul platter, hongjjamppong - ✨ Highlights: Japanese-style interior, spacious seating, fresh high-quality drinking food - 💡 Popular menu: Gisul platter, salmon sashimi, chicken nanban, hanwoo mungtigi, zero-sugar yukhoe - 🤝 Best for: dates in Ansan Jungang-dong, those seeking a great-atmosphere izakaya, drinking-food gatherings > A gorgeous Japanese-style space, a neat and hearty Gisul platter, and a fiery hongjjamppong that clears your head! Conquering izakaya Gisul in Ansan Jungang-dong, thoroughly won over by the atmosphere and the food. - Food (5.0/5.0): the perfect harmony of the fresh Gisul platter and the deep, spicy hongjjamppong broth! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - Atmosphere (5.0/5.0): genuinely Japanese-feeling interior and a comfortable, spacious room. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - Satisfaction (4.9/5.0): my number one recommendation for whenever you're craving a drink in Ansan Jungang-dong! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ## Where it is - Gisul (기술) - 76 Gojan 1-gil, Unit 115, Danwon-gu, Ansan-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea - 경기도 안산시 단원구 고잔1길 76 115호 이자카야기술 - 37.3175031, 126.8417703 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EA%B8%B0%EC%88%A0/@37.3175031,126.8417703,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@gyeonggi-highball-ledger/ansan-izakaya-gisul-hansang-hongjjambbong/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt