# Two solbap pots for 44,000 won at a Gyeongju restaurant: Handa Sot

- By Jaein (https://superchart.com/en/@namcheon-soup-clock/)
- Written Sep 21, 2026
- Local places › Restaurants › Gyeongju, Gyeongbuk
- Partially sponsored: This visit included some menu items provided complimentary and some paid for by the writer.
- English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@namcheon-soup-clock/gyeongju-handasot-eel-pork-solbap/
- Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@namcheon-soup-clock/gyeongju-handasot-eel-pork-solbap/index.md)

## In short

Handa Sot Gyeongju is a hanok-style solbap (Korean pot rice) restaurant on Cheomseong-ro, right in front of Cheomseongdae in Gyeongju. The writer ordered flame-grilled eel solbap for 26,000 won and soy-braised pork belly solbap for 18,000 won, 44,000 won in total, and ate them with a full spread of side dishes: the eel was neatly picked clean of small bones and the pork belly was tender rather than dry. The eel pot rice feels like a restorative meal and the soy pork belly pot rice suits all ages, making Handa Sot a solid pick for a filling Korean meal in Gyeongju.

## Good to know

- **Location**: 111 Cheomseong-ro, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongbuk
- **Hours**: 10:30 – 21:00
- **Parking**: 4 free spaces on the open lot in front of the restaurant / Jjoksaem, Daereungwon and Hwangnidan-gil public lots (paid). The space in front is very tight, so the public lots are recommended
- **Flame-grilled eel solbap**: 26,000 won
- **Soy-braised pork belly solbap**: 18,000 won
- **Ordering**: Self-service kiosk
- **Seating**: First and second floors, hanok interior, wide spacing between tables
- **Review event**: A cheonhyehyang citrus juice for writing a Naver receipt review

*as written by the visitor on Sep 21, 2026*

![Handa Sot Gyeongju main image](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-handasot-eel-pork-solbap/gyeongju-handasot-eel-pork-solbap-01-yji9d-1200.webp)

> Handa Sot Gyeongju

## Where is Handa Sot Gyeongju and where do you park?

Handa Sot Gyeongju is a pot rice (solbap) Korean restaurant at 111 Cheomseong-ro, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongbuk, right in front of Cheomseongdae. It's open 10:30 ~ 21:00.

- Location - 111 Cheomseong-ro, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongbuk, South Korea
- Hours - 10:30 ~ 21:00
- Parking - Free lot in front of store (4 spots) / Paid: Jjoksaem, Daereungwon, Hwangnidan-gil public lots
- ++ The storefront area is very tight, so public parking lots are recommended

![Exterior of Handa Sot Gyeongju on Cheomseong-ro](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-handasot-eel-pork-solbap/gyeongju-handasot-eel-pork-solbap-02-5jlnk-900.webp)

![Entrance and signboard of Handa Sot Gyeongju](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-handasot-eel-pork-solbap/gyeongju-handasot-eel-pork-solbap-03-h9wzr-900.webp)

Hi everyone ~~~ it's Rimju! Today I'm bringing you a review of Handa Sot, a great spot to visit in Gyeongju when you're craving a hearty but clean Korean meal! A neat spread of side dishes paired with warm pot rice really adds substance to a trip haha ^_^ It's right in front of Cheomseongdae, so the accessibility is excellent. Let me give you my honest review of the eel solbap and soy pork belly solbap I ordered and tried this time! ***Some items were paid for myself!

![Hanok-style interior of Handa Sot Gyeongju](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-handasot-eel-pork-solbap/gyeongju-handasot-eel-pork-solbap-04-1utbg-900.webp)

![Dining hall with widely spaced tables at Handa Sot Gyeongju](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-handasot-eel-pork-solbap/gyeongju-handasot-eel-pork-solbap-05-124cy-900.webp)

![Second-floor seating area at Handa Sot Gyeongju](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-handasot-eel-pork-solbap/gyeongju-handasot-eel-pork-solbap-06-1pg09-900.webp)

![Tidy interior atmosphere at Handa Sot Gyeongju](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-handasot-eel-pork-solbap/gyeongju-handasot-eel-pork-solbap-07-jybih-900.webp)

## Hanok interior over two floors: what is the atmosphere like?

Handa Sot Gyeongju's interior spans the 1st and 2nd floors with a hanok (traditional Korean house) design, giving it a distinctly Korean feel. The clean, tidy interior blends well with the atmosphere of Gyeongju. The space is comfortable and the tables are spaced generously, making it a great fit for family meals out or a date course!

![Interior walkway at Handa Sot Gyeongju](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-handasot-eel-pork-solbap/gyeongju-handasot-eel-pork-solbap-08-gamzx-900.webp)

Orders are placed via kiosk!

![Kiosk order screen at Handa Sot Gyeongju](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-handasot-eel-pork-solbap/gyeongju-handasot-eel-pork-solbap-09-o4vir-900.webp)

![Kiosk screen showing pot rice menu items](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-handasot-eel-pork-solbap/gyeongju-handasot-eel-pork-solbap-10-c3xqw-900.webp)

## What we ordered at Handa Sot and what it cost

- Flame-grilled eel solbap - 26,000
- Soy-braised pork belly solbap - 18,000

![Pot rice table setting at Handa Sot Gyeongju](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-handasot-eel-pork-solbap/gyeongju-handasot-eel-pork-solbap-11-pmlpd-900.webp)

![Neatly arranged side dishes of namul and kimchi](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-handasot-eel-pork-solbap/gyeongju-handasot-eel-pork-solbap-12-1tyga-900.webp)

![Side dish plates served alongside the pot rice](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-handasot-eel-pork-solbap/gyeongju-handasot-eel-pork-solbap-13-1iagq-900.webp)

### The side dish spread

Once you order, neatly arranged side dishes get set out. Namul (seasoned vegetables), kimchi, and other dishes that pair well with the pot rice come out in just the right amount — not too much — so it felt like being treated well. There's also a fun little moment tasting each side dish before the main pot rice arrives ~! I think they usually give seaweed soup too, but I didn't get any ㅠㅠ!!!!

![Flame-grilled eel solbap topped with green onion](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-handasot-eel-pork-solbap/gyeongju-handasot-eel-pork-solbap-14-13fmd-900.webp)

## Flame-grilled eel solbap, 26,000 won: any fishy smell or small bones?

First up was the eel solbap I'd been most looking forward to! The moment I opened the pot lid, a subtle sweet-savory sauce aroma spread out. Golden-grilled eel sits on top of the rice, topped with chopped green onion for a great visual! They also give you a separate eel sauce, and the pairing is *chef's kiss* ❤️👍

The most important things with grilled eel are how well the small bones are handled and the fishy smell, right? The bones were cleanly removed so I could eat without any discomfort! I feel like it would've been even less rich with some wasabi on the side.

![Soy-braised pork belly solbap topped with boiled egg and minari](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-handasot-eel-pork-solbap/gyeongju-handasot-eel-pork-solbap-15-1fufr-900.webp)

## How does the soy-braised pork belly solbap, 18,000 won, taste?

Next up is the soy pork belly solbap, which anyone who loves meat will enjoy without complaints. Pork belly braised nicely in a special soy sauce comes topped with a boiled egg, minari (water celery), and a generous pile of garlic flakes. It was a bit disappointing that the egg had some unidentified gochujang smeared on it ㅠㅠ. The pork belly wasn't dry at all — it was tender, and when you scoop up rice with the salty, savory soy sauce seasoning, it's ⭐️an unbeatable combo⭐️

![Table setting with both eel solbap and soy pork belly solbap pots](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-handasot-eel-pork-solbap/gyeongju-handasot-eel-pork-solbap-16-16ppp-900.webp)

![Pot rice scooped out into a bowl](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-handasot-eel-pork-solbap/gyeongju-handasot-eel-pork-solbap-17-557q4-900.webp)

There's also a country-of-origin sign, so check it out

![Country-of-origin sign at Handa Sot Gyeongju](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-handasot-eel-pork-solbap/gyeongju-handasot-eel-pork-solbap-18-bbqfh-900.webp)

![Notice about the Naver receipt review event](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyeongju-handasot-eel-pork-solbap/gyeongju-handasot-eel-pork-solbap-19-1c7so-900.webp)

They say you get a hallabong-style citrus juice for writing a Naver receipt review, so give it a try!

## Finishing with nurungji (toasted rice porridge) and the verdict

The real charm of pot rice is that final nutty scorched-rice water (nurungji) at the end. You scoop the rice out into a bowl, pour in hot water, let it sit, and finish the meal by warming your stomach with the nurungji — it completes the meal perfectly. Since our rice was already seasoned, the resulting scorched-rice water didn't look great, so we skipped it!

The eel solbap was great for a boost of energy, giving off tonic-food vibes, while the soy pork belly solbap is a dish anyone, young or old, can enjoy! If you're looking for a clean, carefully made Korean meal in Gyeongju, I recommend giving Handa Sot a visit.

## Where it is

- Handa Sot Gyeongju (한다솥 경주점)
- 111 Cheomseong-ro, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongbuk, South Korea
- 경상북도 경주시 첨성로 111
- 35.833264, 129.21447
- Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%ED%95%9C%EB%8B%A4%EC%86%A5%20%EA%B2%BD%EC%A3%BC%EC%A0%90/@35.833264,129.21447,17z

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