# Jongno Korean BBQ by a stone wall: Tapgol Gongwon Jongno 3-ga - By Yerin (https://superchart.com/en/@paper-menu-seoul/) - Written Sep 11, 2026 - Local places › Restaurants › Jongno, Seoul - Sponsored: This visit was sponsored by the business. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@paper-menu-seoul/jongno-yajang-frozen-pork-topgol/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@paper-menu-seoul/jongno-yajang-frozen-pork-topgol/index.md) ## In short Tapgol Gongwon Jongno 3-ga Branch is a Korean BBQ restaurant in Jongno, Seoul, with outdoor tables beside a stone wall. At 6:30 p.m. on a weekday, we had frozen pork belly for 2 without a wait; it cooked cleanly with no off smell. Verdict: Go early for the lively outdoor atmosphere. ## Good to know - **Address**: 111 Supyo-ro, 1F, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea (서울 종로구 수표로 111 1층) - **Access**: Walkable from Jongno 3-ga Station - **Tapgol Set**: Pork belly + pork neck + duck roast, for 2–3 people, ₩55,000 - **Flash-frozen pork belly**: ₩18,000 - **Flash-frozen pork neck**: ₩19,000 - **Beef brisket**: ₩20,000 - **Beef rib meat · beef chuck flap**: ₩24,000 - **Side dishes**: Available from the self-service bar *as written by the visitor on Sep 11, 2026* ## Walking from Jongno 3-ga Station to Tapgol Gongwon Jongno 3-ga Branch (탑골공원 종로3가점) The address is 111 Supyo-ro in Jongno-gu, Seoul, and it is within walking distance of Jongno 3-ga Station, so it was easy to reach by subway. ![The walk from Jongno 3-ga Station to Tapgol Gongwon Jongno 3-ga Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/jongno-yajang-frozen-pork-topgol/jongno-yajang-frozen-pork-topgol-01-6vkkm-900.webp) Walking from Exit 5 of Jongno 3-ga Station, I spotted some old-school pocha (covered street-food tent) places too, haha. As a lover of old-school spots, I, Gyeongju Lee, promised myself I would definitely try them next time, then headed on to today's destination, Tapgol Gongwon Jongno 3-ga Branch!! This place has a whole row of outdoor tables along the stone wall right beside Tapgol Park, so the entire alley has such a bustling, lively vibe!! Haha ![Outdoor tables in Jongno 3-ga lined along the stone wall beside Tapgol Park](https://img.superchart.com/images/jongno-yajang-frozen-pork-topgol/jongno-yajang-frozen-pork-topgol-02-1xxvf-900.webp) The entrance, decorated with bamboo and lantern lights, immediately catches your eye. Even though it is in an old-school alley, it is styled so nicely that it is great for photos too. ![The entrance to Tapgol Gongwon Jongno 3-ga Branch decorated with bamboo and lantern lights](https://img.superchart.com/images/jongno-yajang-frozen-pork-topgol/jongno-yajang-frozen-pork-topgol-03-1h4zi-900.webp) ## What was the weekday evening wait like? When we arrived around 6:30 p.m. on a weekday, we could sit down right away without waiting. But a queue formed after that. Since this is the Jongno 3-ga outdoor-dining area, it seems to get properly busy in the evening. I think that is also because it is known as a good spot near Jongno 3-ga Station for frozen pork belly. ![Weekday evening waiting atmosphere at the Jongno 3-ga outdoor dining area](https://img.superchart.com/images/jongno-yajang-frozen-pork-topgol/jongno-yajang-frozen-pork-topgol-04-1qurb-900.webp) ![Outdoor dining around Tapgol Gongwon Jongno 3-ga Branch in the evening](https://img.superchart.com/images/jongno-yajang-frozen-pork-topgol/jongno-yajang-frozen-pork-topgol-05-15p56-900.webp) ## The menu and self-service side dishes ![Meat menu at Tapgol Gongwon Jongno 3-ga Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/jongno-yajang-frozen-pork-topgol/jongno-yajang-frozen-pork-topgol-06-1ywdi-820.webp) There was a wide range of options, including the Tapgol Set (pork belly, pork neck, and duck roast, for 2–3 people, ₩55,000), flash-frozen pork belly (₩18,000), flash-frozen pork neck (₩19,000), beef brisket (₩20,000), and beef rib meat and beef chuck flap (₩24,000). You help yourself to the side dishes at the self-service bar. ![Self-service bar at Tapgol Gongwon Jongno 3-ga Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/jongno-yajang-frozen-pork-topgol/jongno-yajang-frozen-pork-topgol-07-373en-900.webp) Glasses, cutlery, and wet wipes like these are in a basket beside the table! ![Glasses, cutlery, and wet wipes in a basket beside the table](https://img.superchart.com/images/jongno-yajang-frozen-pork-topgol/jongno-yajang-frozen-pork-topgol-08-18vtc-900.webp) ![Dining utensils prepared in a table basket](https://img.superchart.com/images/jongno-yajang-frozen-pork-topgol/jongno-yajang-frozen-pork-topgol-09-1hz4s-900.webp) ![A basket beside the table with dining supplies](https://img.superchart.com/images/jongno-yajang-frozen-pork-topgol/jongno-yajang-frozen-pork-topgol-10-ujg7e-900.webp) Once we sat down, the table was filled with delicious-looking sides: napa cabbage kimchi, garlic and Cheongyang chilies, seasoned soybean sprouts, seasoned bracken fern, ssamjang (savory dipping paste), and wasabi. With so many side dishes, it was fun choosing what to eat. ![A table set with napa cabbage kimchi and side dishes](https://img.superchart.com/images/jongno-yajang-frozen-pork-topgol/jongno-yajang-frozen-pork-topgol-11-udc9x-900.webp) ![Meat side dishes including garlic and Cheongyang chilies](https://img.superchart.com/images/jongno-yajang-frozen-pork-topgol/jongno-yajang-frozen-pork-topgol-12-1by8w-900.webp) ![Meat side dishes including seasoned soybean sprouts and bracken fern](https://img.superchart.com/images/jongno-yajang-frozen-pork-topgol/jongno-yajang-frozen-pork-topgol-13-1waod-900.webp) ## We grilled two portions of flash-frozen pork belly ![Table setting before grilling flash-frozen pork belly](https://img.superchart.com/images/jongno-yajang-frozen-pork-topgol/jongno-yajang-frozen-pork-topgol-14-15cct-900.webp) ![Two portions of thickly sliced flash-frozen pork belly](https://img.superchart.com/images/jongno-yajang-frozen-pork-topgol/jongno-yajang-frozen-pork-topgol-15-1bf6y-900.webp) We ordered two portions of flash-frozen pork belly. It arrived thickly sliced while still frozen, and the close cuts along the grain made it seem as though the juices were nicely absorbed. ![Thawed flash-frozen pork belly placed on the grill](https://img.superchart.com/images/jongno-yajang-frozen-pork-topgol/jongno-yajang-frozen-pork-topgol-16-1jzlc-900.webp) We put the thawed meat on the grill, and the pork belly sizzling away... isn't it so pretty?? Haha. To be honest, I was not that fond of frozen pork belly, but this one cooked up cleanly without even a hint of off smell. ![Flash-frozen pork belly sizzling on the grill](https://img.superchart.com/images/jongno-yajang-frozen-pork-topgol/jongno-yajang-frozen-pork-topgol-17-gam94-1200.webp) ![Pork belly enjoyed at an outdoor table beside the stone wall](https://img.superchart.com/images/jongno-yajang-frozen-pork-topgol/jongno-yajang-frozen-pork-topgol-18-1tyh7-900.webp) ## The outdoor-table atmosphere beside the stone wall Eating at an outdoor table beside the stone wall made the atmosphere lovely and definitely changed the mood. Even though we were in the middle of Jongno, it felt relaxed to eat outside, so it seemed perfect for a date or a get-together with friends!! And the weather was the best!!!! ## Who I would recommend it to It is a really good fit for anyone looking for outdoor dining in Jongno 3-ga or wanting a drink in that kind of atmosphere. Just keep in mind that waits form during peak dinner hours, so I recommend coming right after opening or early in the evening if you want to take your time. Since the seats are outdoors, you will also need to account for the weather. ## Where it is - Tapgol Gongwon Jongno 3-ga Branch (탑골공원 종로3가점) - 111 Supyo-ro, 1F, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea (서울 종로구 수표로 111 1층) - 서울특별시 종로구 수표로 111 1층 - 37.5712337, 126.989041 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%ED%83%91%EA%B3%A8%EA%B3%B5%EC%9B%90%20%EC%A2%85%EB%A1%9C3%EA%B0%80%EC%A0%90/@37.5712337,126.989041,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@paper-menu-seoul/jongno-yajang-frozen-pork-topgol/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt