Thick-cut samgyeopsal at Oil-nae, fresh pork BBQ in Bongmyeong-dong

Today I'm bringing you a truly legit fresh pork spot I found in Bongmyeong-dong, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon. This place completely nailed my meat-loving heart — it's Oil-nae Daejeon Bongmyeong!!

What kind of special charm is hiding here? Let's dig in and find out, deliciously. Hold onto your saliva and follow along!!

Why the name Oil-nae? Korean pork butchered within 5 days

Oil-nae Daejeon Bongmyeong only uses carefully selected Korean pork that's within 5 days of slaughter — that's apparently where the name 'Oil-nae' (five days) comes from. Walking past the shop, the eye-catching 3D banners and signs really grabbed my attention.

Meat naturally loses moisture and juiciness as time passes, but since they insist on only using ultra-fresh meat within 5 days of slaughter, the burst of juices and chewy texture when you bite in are genuinely different. They even openly display the butchering certificate at the entrance, so my trust level got a 200% boost from the owner's honesty and pride!!

Is Oil-nae good for a group dinner in Bongmyeong-dong? Big hall, 1,900 won soju and beer

Walk into Oil-nae Daejeon Bongmyeong and a wide, comfortable dining hall welcomes you. The tables are spaced generously, making it well suited for group gatherings or company dinners.

And everyone... here's the biggest news of all!!

Right now at Oil-nae Daejeon Bongmyeong, they're running an amazing drink promotion — soju and beer for just ₩1,900!! With prices these days, ₩1,900 for a soju-beer mix? That alone is reason enough for drinkers to run straight here for their next get-together!!

What comes with the fresh pork at Oil-nae: coarse salt and king oyster mushrooms stamped Oil-nae

The meat I ordered has finally arrived. Just look at the fresh pork laid out beautifully on the golden tray!!

The reddish color of the meat, the tightly packed marbling, and the freshness are all visible at a glance. Coarse salt is sprinkled over the thick cuts, and there are even king oyster mushrooms stamped with the 'Oil-nae' logo — a perfect setup. The precise scoring on the meat had me already excited to see how the seasoning and juices would come together once it hit the grill.

How to grill Oil-nae's thick-cut samgyeopsal on the pan

The moment the ultra-fresh meat hits the hot grill, that wonderful sizzling sound fills the ear and a savory aroma hits your nose. As the thick pork belly grills to a golden brown on both sides, the crisp outside and juicy, juice-locked inside make the whole grilling process look like an art form.

Snip it into bite-sized pieces and finish cooking the center, and the drool-worthy finished visual is complete!!

How the thick-cut pork belly tasted: crisp outside, juicy inside

I pick up a well-grilled piece from Oil-nae Daejeon Bongmyeong and pop it straight into my mouth. That chewiness that makes you go 'wow...' out loud!!

Deep, rich juices burst out with every bite!! There's not a trace of gamey smell, just savory flavor filling your mouth. Even dipped plainly in salt, the meat's natural flavor is insane, and paired with the spicy sauce, ssamjang (soybean dipping paste), and various side dishes, it just keeps going in. Wash it down with a cold ₩1,900 soju-beer mix and it's basically paradise on earth!!

Final verdict on Oil-nae Daejeon Bongmyeong and how to get there

Oil-nae is a Bongmyeong-dong, Daejeon restaurant where you can enjoy legit Korean pork backed by the freshness of a 5-day-max butchering guarantee, at a reasonable price!! With spacious seating and a wild drink promotion on top, I can confidently recommend it to anyone looking for a group dinner or gathering spot in Bongmyeong-dong, Daejeon.

• Name: Oil-nae Daejeon Bongmyeong
• Address: 87-1 Daehak-ro, 1st floor, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon, South Korea (835m from Yuseong Oncheon Station Exit 6)
• Hours: Daily 11:00–24:00

How about chewy fresh pork and a cool soju-beer mix at Oil-nae tonight?