# Gangnam izakaya for yakitori and cold sake: Izakaya Goko - By Rin (https://superchart.com/en/@low-shelf-seoul/) - Written Sep 12, 2026 - Local places › Bars › Gangnam, Seoul - Sponsored: This review was written with support for a visit to the restaurant. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@low-shelf-seoul/gangnam-yakitori-sake-goko/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@low-shelf-seoul/gangnam-yakitori-sake-goko/index.md) ## In short Izakaya Goko Gangnam Sinnonhyeon Branch is a Japanese-style pub between Gangnam and Sinnonhyeon stations in Seoul. We shared a 66,000 won sashimi-and-seven-skewer set with an 8,000 won chilled tokkuri. Izakaya Goko is a great pick for a quiet drink and conversation for two. ## Good to know - **Address**: 2F, Banseok Building, 21 Bongeunsa-ro 2-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea (서울 강남구 봉은사로2길 21 반석빌딩 2층) - **Hours**: Weekdays 17:00–02:00 the next day; weekends 16:30–02:00 the next day (check before visiting) - **Ordered**: Sashimi set for two, seven-kind yakitori set, chilled tokkuri - **Set price**: ₩66,000 for sashimi for two + seven-kind yakitori - **Tokkuri price**: ₩8,000 *as written by the visitor on Sep 12, 2026* Chacha and I finally made dinner plans after ages and headed over toward Gangnam. The weather was cool too—just perfect for a drink. ![Visiting a Gangnam izakaya](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-yakitori-sake-goko/gangnam-yakitori-sake-goko-01-14q2l-1200.webp) ## A Japanese-style pub between Gangnam and Sinnonhyeon stations As soon as we arrived in front of the building, the sign had such a distinctly Japanese feel that my anticipation shot right up. This atmospheric Japanese-style pub sits on the main street between Gangnam and Sinnonhyeon stations, so it was easy to get to. Once we were seated, we immediately looked through the menu. That day, we ordered the sashimi set for two, the seven-kind yakitori (Japanese grilled skewers) set, and chilled tokkuri (a sake flask). The sashimi-for-two and seven-kind yakitori set was ₩66,000, and the tokkuri was ₩8,000. The price was not bad either—just the right amount for two people to share. ![Sashimi and yakitori order](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-yakitori-sake-goko/gangnam-yakitori-sake-goko-02-1errt-900.webp) ![Izakaya menu order](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-yakitori-sake-goko/gangnam-yakitori-sake-goko-03-3jton-900.webp) ## What was the atmosphere inside like? The interior was truly Japanese izakaya (Japanese pub) through and through. The lighting was softly dim, which was easy on the eyes, and there was enough space between tables to talk without worrying about the people beside us. Wood accents throughout made it feel as if we had traveled to Japan just by sitting there. The music was quiet and gentle too, making it a perfect setting for drinks and conversation. A Gangnam izakaya! ![Japanese-style izakaya interior](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-yakitori-sake-goko/gangnam-yakitori-sake-goko-04-1j2u3-900.webp) ![Calm izakaya interior space](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-yakitori-sake-goko/gangnam-yakitori-sake-goko-05-18b4s-900.webp) ## Chilled tokkuri and sashimi together ### Chilled tokkuri, ₩8,000 The chilled tokkuri went down cleanly from the very first glass. It reminded me all over again how well sashimi and sake go together. The clean flavor of the raw fish met sake’s subtle sweetness, leaving my mouth feeling fresh the whole time. Maybe because it was nicely chilled, its aroma was not overpowering either—just right. ![Chilled tokkuri](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-yakitori-sake-goko/gangnam-yakitori-sake-goko-06-ykp97-966.webp) The sashimi set for two came out first, with six kinds on one platter: salmon, sea bream, flounder, sweet shrimp, abalone, and tuna. ![Six-kind sashimi set for two](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-yakitori-sake-goko/gangnam-yakitori-sake-goko-07-1imxy-966.webp) ![A platter of sashimi for two](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-yakitori-sake-goko/gangnam-yakitori-sake-goko-08-cmgv7-900.webp) ![Salmon, sea bream, and flounder sashimi](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-yakitori-sake-goko/gangnam-yakitori-sake-goko-09-8xb0v-900.webp) > Sometimes you crave meat, but there are days like this when seafood is exactly what you want. ![A platter of seafood sashimi](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-yakitori-sake-goko/gangnam-yakitori-sake-goko-10-195ya-900.webp) ### Six kinds of sashimi The salmon was cut thick, so its rich, savory flavor spread out with every bite. ![Thick-cut salmon sashimi](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-yakitori-sake-goko/gangnam-yakitori-sake-goko-11-1w2op-966.webp) The sea bream had a slight chew to it, and the more I chewed, the more its delicate, clean flavor came through. ![Chewy sea bream sashimi](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-yakitori-sake-goko/gangnam-yakitori-sake-goko-12-1wny6-966.webp) The sweet shrimp had a definite sweetness, so it was good on its own, but paired with the tokkuri, that sweetness felt even more pronounced. ![Sweet shrimp sashimi and tokkuri](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-yakitori-sake-goko/gangnam-yakitori-sake-goko-13-wzugg-966.webp) The tuna had a soft, melting texture, making it perfect to eat toward the end. ![Soft tuna sashimi](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-yakitori-sake-goko/gangnam-yakitori-sake-goko-14-1tn12-900.webp) ![Tuna in the sashimi set](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-yakitori-sake-goko/gangnam-yakitori-sake-goko-15-47u9m-966.webp) The flounder, perhaps because it was sliced thinly, seemed to melt softly in my mouth and had a clean umami flavor. ![Thinly sliced flounder sashimi](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-yakitori-sake-goko/gangnam-yakitori-sake-goko-16-g0k4g-900.webp) ![Flounder sashimi with accompaniments](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-yakitori-sake-goko/gangnam-yakitori-sake-goko-17-158yb-900.webp) ![Sashimi that pairs with tokkuri](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-yakitori-sake-goko/gangnam-yakitori-sake-goko-18-1lqz9-900.webp) The rest paired well with the tokkuri too. The abalone’s springy texture stood out most, and with every chew, a subtle ocean aroma came through. ## How was the seven-kind yakitori? The yakitori came with seven kinds in total, including pork neck, chicken heart, chicken thigh, and chicken breast. ![Seven-kind yakitori skewer set](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-yakitori-sake-goko/gangnam-yakitori-sake-goko-19-1gzna-900.webp) There were pork neck, chicken heart, chicken thigh, chicken breast, and more. The pork neck was lightly charred outside, with a deep smoky flavor, while the inside stayed juicy. The chicken heart had a clear springy texture, and its distinctive nutty aroma emerged more with every chew—perfect drinking food. The chicken thigh had crisp skin and tender meat, with juices bursting out in every bite. I worried the chicken breast might be dry, but it was more moist than expected, so it was easy to eat. A subtle charcoal aroma had soaked in, and I kept reaching for another skewer. ![Warm charcoal-grilled yakitori](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-yakitori-sake-goko/gangnam-yakitori-sake-goko-20-4ksft-900.webp) Yakitori tastes best while it is hot, and it held its temperature well, so we could enjoy every skewer warm through the last one. The smoky flavor and juices worked so well together that it was seriously delicious with a glass of tokkuri! ![Yakitori with tokkuri](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-yakitori-sake-goko/gangnam-yakitori-sake-goko-21-inbz9-900.webp) ## An evening alternating sashimi and yakitori Alternating between sashimi and yakitori while sipping tokkuri that night was definitely a great combination. The sashimi tasted fresh, and the yakitori had a clear char-grilled flavor. ![Sashimi and yakitori together](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-yakitori-sake-goko/gangnam-yakitori-sake-goko-22-thweq-900.webp) ![Izakaya dishes and tokkuri](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-yakitori-sake-goko/gangnam-yakitori-sake-goko-23-1xyeq-900.webp) A Gangnam izakaya that is great with sashimi too! The atmosphere was quiet and calm, making it nice for conversation, and it was just the right place for Chacha and me to eat and talk together. If you are looking for an izakaya in Gangnam, I would recommend Izakaya Goko Gangnam Sinnonhyeon Branch (이자카야 고코 강남신논현점). Anyone who loves the sashimi-and-sake combination should be satisfied here. ![A meal with sashimi and sake](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-yakitori-sake-goko/gangnam-yakitori-sake-goko-24-1rfwk-900.webp) ## Where it is - Izakaya Goko Gangnam Sinnonhyeon Branch (이자카야 고코 강남신논현점) (이자카야 고코 강남신논현점) - 2F, Banseok Building, 21 Bongeunsa-ro 2-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea (서울 강남구 봉은사로2길 21 반석빌딩 2층) - 서울특별시 강남구 봉은사로2길 21 반석빌딩 2층 이자카야고코 - 37.5033195, 127.0261503 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EC%9D%B4%EC%9E%90%EC%B9%B4%EC%95%BC%20%EA%B3%A0%EC%BD%94%20%EA%B0%95%EB%82%A8%EC%8B%A0%EB%85%BC%ED%98%84%EC%A0%90/@37.5033195,127.0261503,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@low-shelf-seoul/gangnam-yakitori-sake-goko/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt