Gukbap-bossam set inside Gwangju Songjeong Station: Gaeryeong Gukbap

I had a trip to another region for the first time in a while, so I stopped by Gwangju Songjeong Station. Usually when I go to Songjeong Station I drive, park nearby, and head straight for the train, but this time I had some time before departure, so I decided to grab lunch first.

Where in Gwangju Songjeong Station is Gaeryeong Gukbap?

Gaeryeong Gukbap is on the 2nd floor of Gwangju Songjeong Station, to the right of the ticket office. Going far out wasn't really an option, so I looked for something simple but filling inside the station and ended up at Gaeryeong Gukbap. If you're looking for good gukbap near Songjeong Station, it's a solid spot for a meal before boarding.

Gwangju Songjeong Station itself isn't huge, so it wasn't hard to find restaurants or cafés — even on a first visit, I found this place fairly easily. What I liked most was not having to leave the station at all. Moving around with luggage or a carrier can be a hassle, so being able to eat right inside the station was great.

Inside Gaeryeong Gukbap: interior and seating

The inside of Gaeryeong Gukbap was bigger and more comfortable than I expected. There were seats good for eating alone as well as 4-person tables for groups.

It felt like a good place to eat solo while waiting for a train, but also comfortable enough for family or friends. Among gukbap places near Gwangju Songjeong Station, this felt like a good fit for anyone wanting a quick, simple meal.

How to order and what is on the menu

At Gaeryeong Gukbap, you order at the counter first, then find a seat and wait. The process was simple.

The menu ranged from pork gukbap and clear pork gomtang to gogi-guksu (meat noodle soup), the gukbap-bossam set, the gogi-guksu bossam set, and tender boiled pork on its own. You can keep it simple with just a bowl of gukbap, or go for one of the set menus with bossam (boiled pork) if you want something heartier. They also sell soft drinks, which paired nicely with the meal.

What is at the self-serve side dish bar?

You can take as many side dishes as you like from the self-serve bar. Chives, cheongyang chili peppers, kimchi, and kkakdugi (radish kimchi) were all set out, so you can grab whatever suits your taste. I love chives and cheongyang chili peppers with my gukbap, so I loaded up. It was convenient being able to help myself to exactly as much as I wanted.

What comes with the gukbap-bossam set?

I ordered the gukbap-bossam set with a drink. The set comes with pork gukbap plus a taste of boiled pork, which made for a pretty filling lunch.

It's a great choice if you want gukbap but also want a taste of bossam. Getting both in one order felt like better value than ordering each separately.

How the pork gukbap tasted

I started with the pork gukbap. It came out piping hot, which was perfect for warming up before the train.

I piled in plenty of the chives from the self-serve bar along with cheongyang chili peppers.

Adding the cheongyang chili peppers gave the broth a slight kick and made it taste even cleaner, which I liked. Eaten with rice, it was hearty and satisfying as a lunch.

Especially now that mornings and evenings are getting a bit cooler, a warm bowl of gukbap feels even more appealing. If you're looking for good gukbap near Songjeong Station, this is a great no-fuss option before boarding.

The boiled pork sampler and dried radish strips

I also tried the boiled pork that comes with the set. It had a soft, moist texture and paired well with the dried radish strips served alongside. It's fine on its own, but topping it with the radish strips added texture and seasoning that worked really well together. Even as a 'sampler' portion, combined with the gukbap it was plenty filling overall.

Is Gaeryeong Gukbap a good meal stop before your train?

If a single bowl of gukbap feels a little light, I'd recommend going for the gukbap-bossam set instead. Since you're always racing the train schedule at Gwangju Songjeong Station, location really matters when picking where to eat.

Going too far means worrying about train time, and eating simply inside the station can sometimes mean fewer menu choices. Gaeryeong Gukbap is right inside the station, so it's easy to get to, and you can eat well with everything from hot gukbap to boiled pork. It's an easy spot to stop by for anyone looking for good gukbap in Songjeong-dong or wanting a meal before leaving Gwangju Songjeong Station.

I had some time that day, so I stopped in and had a satisfying, good-value lunch with the gukbap-bossam set before heading off. I especially liked loading the gukbap up with chives and cheongyang chili peppers for a spicy kick.

Getting to try the boiled pork too made it more satisfying than ordering just one dish. If you're looking for good gukbap near Gwangju Songjeong Station, I'd recommend Gaeryeong Gukbap for an easy meal right inside the station. When you need something filling before boarding, try the gukbap-bossam set at Gaeryeong Gukbap.