Unlimited eel, pork belly and chicken neck in Ansan: Songnim Bok

I went searching for a good eel restaurant in Ansan and ended up at Songnim Bok Jangeo Freshwater Eel All-You-Can-Eat Ansan City Hall Direct Store. I've always thought of eel as a delicious health food, but the price usually makes it hard to eat as much as I want. Here, though, you can enjoy freshwater eel all-you-can-eat, plus whole pork belly and chicken neck too — a real land-sea-and-air spread all in one place, and great value for money.

Inside Songnim Bok Jangeo's Ansan City Hall branch

Walking into the Ansan City Hall branch of Songnim Bok Jangeo, the first thing I noticed was how spacious and clean it felt. It seemed like a good spot for a family meal or a get-together, and everything was well kept so you could eat comfortably — fitting for a place centered on eel.

What I was most looking forward to that day was, of course, the all-you-can-eat freshwater eel — being able to eat as much as you want was a huge plus.

They also gave us a complimentary bottle of bokbunja (Korean black raspberry) wine, and it was so big and looked so premium that I was really touched by the gesture haha.

Eel usually comes at a steep price per serving, so even when it's delicious, the portion can feel disappointing. At Songnim Bok Jangeo you don't have to worry about that — you can just eat as much as you like. For anyone who loves eel, being able to keep ordering more without hesitation is a huge source of satisfaction.

How thick and tasty is the all-you-can-eat freshwater eel?

The first plate of freshwater eel that came out at Songnim Bok Jangeo was plump and thick, looking really appetizing. Slowly grilled on the tabletop grill, the eel's signature savory aroma rose up, and just watching it cook got my appetite going.

The well-grilled eel had a nicely browned exterior with moist, tender flesh inside — a real standout in texture. The meaty portion was generous and satisfying to chew, and the more I chewed, the more a light, savory flavor came through.

The eel's characteristic rich flavor was there, but without a strong fishy smell, making it easy to eat without any hesitation. It was delicious plain, but eating it together with the side dishes brought out a different kind of appeal — cutting through the richness of the eel while enhancing its flavor, making it a dish I kept reaching for.

Above all, the all-you-can-eat format meant I could really enjoy it without worrying about portion size. Usually at eel restaurants you end up rationing after just a few bites because you're thinking about the price, but here I could eat as much as I wanted. After eating my fill, I really felt like I'd properly nourished myself.

Whole pork belly and chicken neck: building the land-and-sea spread

Another great thing about Songnim Bok Jangeo is that it's not just eel — whole pork belly and chicken neck are also all-you-can-eat. Since it's not just an eel place but has meat options built in too, it's a great spot to visit with friends who have different tastes.

As the pork belly grilled, savory juices rose up, and the browned exterior paired with a moist interior made for a great texture. It offered a different, richer kind of meat flavor than the eel, and eating them together made for a much fuller meal.

The chicken neck was also appealing for its chewy texture. It had more bite than regular chicken, with a clean, savory flavor that kept me reaching for more. Enjoying eel, pork belly, and chicken neck together let me experience a wider range of flavors than sticking to just one menu item.

Being able to enjoy eel from the sea alongside pork belly and chicken neck all in one place really earned this restaurant the description of covering land, sea, and air.

It struck me that eel lovers and meat lovers alike could both be satisfied with this lineup, which would make it a good choice for a family visit too.

That day, I ate to my heart's content from eel to meat, and my satisfaction level was high. Eating delicious food without worrying about portions turned out to be a bigger kind of happiness than I expected.

Who should try unlimited eel and meat in Gojan-dong, Ansan?

For anyone who's wanted to properly enjoy eel as a health food but has been held back by the price, Songnim Bok Jangeo's all-you-can-eat freshwater eel seems like a great option.

If you're looking for a good eel restaurant in Ansan, or a place to enjoy all-you-can-eat eel to your heart's content, I'd recommend Songnim Bok Jangeo Freshwater Eel All-You-Can-Eat Ansan City Hall Direct Store.

From the savory taste of fresh freshwater eel to the hearty flavors of pork belly and chicken neck, this was a place that delivered on both value for money and satisfaction.