# Corkage-free gopchang restaurant in Mokdong, Seoul: Omokgyo Gopchang - By Danbi (https://superchart.com/en/@seats-and-flavors/) - Written Sep 5, 2026 - Updated Sep 15, 2026 - Local places › Restaurants › Yangcheon, Seoul - Sponsored: This post was written after receiving a complimentary store visit as sponsorship. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@seats-and-flavors/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@seats-and-flavors/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage/index.md) · [日本語](https://superchart.com/ja/@seats-and-flavors/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage/index.md) · [简体中文](https://superchart.com/zh-cn/@seats-and-flavors/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage/index.md) · [繁體中文](https://superchart.com/zh-tw/@seats-and-flavors/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage/index.md) · [Tiếng Việt](https://superchart.com/vi/@seats-and-flavors/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage/index.md) · [ไทย](https://superchart.com/th/@seats-and-flavors/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage/index.md) · [Bahasa Indonesia](https://superchart.com/id/@seats-and-flavors/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage/index.md) · [Bahasa Melayu](https://superchart.com/ms/@seats-and-flavors/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage/index.md) · [Español](https://superchart.com/es/@seats-and-flavors/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage/index.md) ## In short Omokgyo Gopchang Mokdong Main Branch is a grilled-tripe restaurant on Mokdongdong-ro in Yangcheon, Seoul, known for 30 years of traditional handmade garlic gopchang. After work, two servings of the garlic gopchang came with Jumunjin gol-bibim-myeon (spicy cold mixed noodles), plus complimentary spicy sundubu-jjigae, beef tripe and grilled scallion kimchi, and wine and whiskey are corkage-free. Wrapping one piece of garlic gopchang inside the cold noodles was the verdict of the night. ## Good to know - **Address**: 1st floor, 226-13 Mokdongdong-ro, Yangcheon-gu, Seoul - **Hours**: 16:00–22:40 / Sat–Sun 12:10–22:40 - **Signature dishes**: Traditional handmade garlic gopchang (grilled beef tripe), gopchang hot pot, Jumunjin gol-bibim-myeon - **Ordered on this visit**: Traditional handmade garlic gopchang (2 servings) + Jumunjin gol-bibim-myeon - **Daily limit**: Traditional handmade garlic gopchang limited to 20 servings a day - **Included free**: Spicy sundubu-jjigae (soft tofu stew) and beef tripe side dish - **Event**: Corkage-free for wine and whiskey - **Wait**: There was a wait at the time of the visit *as written by the visitor on Sep 5, 2026* There's just something about finishing work and suddenly craving savory gopchang (grilled beef tripe) with a shot of soju, right? Haha. That was exactly the mood my friend and I were in this day — after some back and forth we settled on gopchang and soju and ran straight for Omokgyo Station. The second we got near the restaurant, the smell of grilling meat already had my saliva glands working overtime lol. ![View of Omokgyo Gopchang Mokdong Main Branch on the day of the visit](https://img.superchart.com/images/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage-01-m2pd9-1200.webp) ## What kind of place is Omokgyo Gopchang Mokdong Main Branch? The place we visited this day is Omokgyo Gopchang Mokdong Main Branch, pretty famous around Omokgyo as a gopchang spot. The address is 226-13 Mokdongdong-ro, Yangcheon-gu, Seoul, 1st floor, and it's open 16:00–22:40, with Saturday and Sunday hours of 12:10–22:40. ![Exterior of Omokgyo Gopchang Mokdong Main Branch near Omokgyo Station](https://img.superchart.com/images/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage-02-wom10-899.webp) ![Entrance of Omokgyo Gopchang with a wait to be seated](https://img.superchart.com/images/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage-03-q9bb0-900.webp) Given it's already a well-known spot, there was a wait when we arrived. Just the buzzing energy at the entrance already had me excited haha. - Address: 226-13 Mokdongdong-ro, Yangcheon-gu, Seoul, South Korea, 1st floor - Hours: 16:00–22:40 / Sat–Sun 12:10–22:40 - Signature menu: traditional handmade garlic gopchang, gopchang hot pot, Jumunjin gol-bibim-myeon and more ♥️ ![Signage and interior atmosphere of Omokgyo Gopchang](https://img.superchart.com/images/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage-04-1dl2j-900.webp) This is a great fit for a quick meal near Omokgyo Station, or for anyone looking for a Mokdong spot to grab gopchang and drinks with friends or coworkers after work 😊. Stepping inside, the space felt clean but still had a homey, welcoming vibe. Apparently this place carries on a mother's recipe with 30 years of tradition, specializing in original handmade garlic gopchang and scallion kimchi. They also said they bring in the best domestic beef and Korean beef, slaughtered fresh daily, and pre-sear it before serving — which had my expectations climbing before I'd even eaten a bite. The atmosphere wasn't too stiff either, lively enough that it'd work well for gatherings with friends, company dinners, or group meals. ![Interior of Omokgyo Gopchang Mokdong Main Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage-05-k655t-900.webp) ![Tables and seating at Omokgyo Gopchang](https://img.superchart.com/images/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage-06-zvy00-900.webp) ![Wall signage inside Omokgyo Gopchang](https://img.superchart.com/images/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage-07-1xf3q-900.webp) ![Menu board at Omokgyo Gopchang](https://img.superchart.com/images/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage-08-1ju3f-900.webp) ![Menu listing showing traditional handmade garlic gopchang](https://img.superchart.com/images/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage-09-gc3uf-900.webp) ![Menu section featuring gopchang hot pot and gol-bibim-myeon](https://img.superchart.com/images/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage-10-1leis-900.webp) ![Menu signage at Omokgyo Gopchang](https://img.superchart.com/images/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage-11-1xbe0-900.webp) ![Menu reviewed before ordering at Omokgyo Gopchang](https://img.superchart.com/images/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage-12-4g4v6-m-900.webp) ## What we ordered: garlic gopchang for two and Jumunjin gol-bibim-myeon Sitting down, we looked over the menu and had no hesitation ordering two servings of the signature traditional handmade garlic gopchang! We also added the Jumunjin gol-bibim-myeon (whelk mixed noodles) as a side to eat alongside the gopchang haha. This garlic gopchang was actually the dish I was most excited about — apparently it's a signature menu item made by hand, stuffing whole garlic cloves sourced directly from a Seosan farm into each piece of tripe. And since it's sold in a strictly limited quantity of just 20 servings a day, that made me even more curious. Whole garlic cloves tucked inside gopchang — what a visual! As someone who loves both garlic and gopchang, there was no way I wasn't trying this. ### The free spicy sundubu-jjigae and beef tripe at Omokgyo Gopchang After a short wait, the complimentary spicy sundubu-jjigae (soft tofu stew) arrived first. Even though it's a free side dish, it was loaded with soft, fluffy tofu and even had meat-based seasoning mixed in — far more generous than I expected. I gave the bubbling broth a taste and it was spicy but with a deep, savory richness. Honestly, this alone could get you through a couple shots of soju before the gopchang even showed up lol. It was also nice to warm up the stomach with the hot broth before diving into the tripe. And as a side dish, they also serve beef tripe ☺️❤️ ### Corkage-free wine and whiskey: how it works And one more thing!! A promotion‼️‼️‼️ Wine and whiskey, corkage-free! These days a lot of places charge a corkage fee if you bring your own alcohol, so being able to use this for free was great. Made me think next time I should bring my own favorite drinks and have a proper gathering with friends haha. For anyone who loves both gopchang and drinking, this is a pretty appealing perk. ![Complimentary spicy sundubu-jjigae and basic table setting](https://img.superchart.com/images/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage-13-1mc95-900.webp) ![Beef tripe served as a side dish](https://img.superchart.com/images/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage-14-1jzns-900.webp) ![Sign announcing corkage-free wine and whiskey](https://img.superchart.com/images/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage-15-zip4j-900.webp) ![Traditional handmade garlic gopchang on the grill](https://img.superchart.com/images/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage-16-x13sk-900.webp) ## How to grill garlic gopchang without flipping it too often Finally, the signature dish Omokgyo Gopchang is known for! The main dish we'd been waiting for finally landed on the table — the traditional handmade garlic gopchang. It comes pre-seared for a set amount of time first, arriving nicely golden brown, and just looking at it sent up a wave of savory aroma. They even put on a little fire show right at the table. The combination of the golden whole garlic cloves and the beautifully grilled gopchang looked absolutely delicious. The staff member kindly explained how to grill it properly, too. > If you flip the gopchang too often, the garlic inside can fall out, so it's best to flip each piece carefully, one at a time. We followed the instructions and slowly flipped each piece, grilling it until golden brown. ### Whole garlic cloves popping inside the chewy gopchang Finally, we picked up a perfectly cooked piece of whole-garlic gopchang for the first bite. Wow... ![A golden-brown piece of whole-garlic gopchang](https://img.superchart.com/images/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage-17-1c8cl-900.webp) ![Seosan six-clove garlic tucked inside the gopchang](https://img.superchart.com/images/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage-18-ox8iy-900.webp) The characteristic chewy, savory taste of gopchang comes through first, and the moment you bite down, the fat inside bursts and the flavor of the softly cooked garlic follows right after. What I liked was that the garlic didn't come through sharp and pungent, but instead added a mellow, savory depth once cooked through. And if the bean sprouts aren't too wilted yet, eating them together with the special sauce is the best haha. ![Garlic gopchang grilling alongside bean sprouts](https://img.superchart.com/images/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage-19-bmzva-900.webp) ![Garlic gopchang served with the special sauce](https://img.superchart.com/images/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage-20-men9l-900.webp) And there's definitely a noticeable difference between plain gopchang and gopchang eaten together with the garlic. The garlic itself was so good that I kept reaching for the whole cloves that fell out of the tripe on their own haha. If you're a gopchang lover, this combination is worth trying at least once. ## Grilled scallion kimchi with the house sauce And there's one thing you absolutely can't skip when eating gopchang — scallion kimchi! The scallion kimchi here is handmade and aged using a 30-year-old family recipe, apparently. It's tasty eaten alongside the gopchang, but we tried laying it right on the grill instead. Once the scallion kimchi soaked up the savory fat rendered from the gopchang and turned golden brown, it became a whole different delicacy. The spicy-tangy flavor added in cuts right through any richness from the gopchang! Gopchang + grilled scallion kimchi + soju — this combination really needs no explanation lol. My whole goal for the day, grabbing good gopchang and a drink after work, was fully accomplished haha. It was already delicious just with plain salt or the basic sides, but there was also fun in trying it with different sauces. We tried it with the restaurant's special spicy sauce — made with 15 ingredients aged for 72 hours — and a shiitake wasabi. Adding a little to the gopchang brought out a totally different flavor. The savory gopchang combined with the spicy sauce and the sharp wasabi kept making me want to try yet another combination. ## Wrapping garlic gopchang in Jumunjin gol-bibim-myeon And the gol-bibim-myeon (whelk mixed noodles) we ordered to go alongside it ♥️♥️ Apparently it's mixed noodles made with a sauce of Seosan six-clove garlic and Jumunjin whelk — and looking at the bowl, there really was a generous amount of whelk in it. ![Jumunjin gol-bibim-myeon loaded with whelk](https://img.superchart.com/images/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage-21-8qwpi-900.webp) ![Jumunjin gol-bibim-myeon mixed with sauce](https://img.superchart.com/images/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage-22-4u5lv-900.webp) Mixing the sauce through the noodles and taking a bite, the sweet-tangy-spicy flavor woke up my whole mouth. And here's a combination I really want to recommend! Take a piece of hot, freshly grilled garlic gopchang and roll it up on top of the gol-bibim-myeon! The savory gopchang paired with the tangy-spicy mixed noodles was such a great match. It felt like it reset my palate in the middle of eating the gopchang, so I kept reaching for it again and again 😊😊 ### Next on the list: gopchang hot pot and fried rice As we ate, everything was so good that I checked out the menu and found plenty more I want to try next time. Especially the gopchang hot pot!!!!! Apparently it's made with a rich bone broth and their special seasoning paste, simmered into a deep, spicy stew. And the fried rice is made using antibiotic-free eggs and Korean beef tallow, stir-fried right in front of you. But... by this point we'd already eaten so much gopchang and gol-bibim-myeon that I felt like I was going to burst, so sadly the fried rice will have to wait for next time haha. I really thought I might explode 😅😅😅 Next time I want to come with more people and properly try both the gopchang hot pot and the fried rice! ## Is Omokgyo Gopchang worth it near Omokgyo Station? Chatting away with my friend over good gopchang and a drink of soju, the time just flew by. My stomach felt like it was going to burst, but I finished off the very last bite before leaving lol. Above all, the traditional handmade garlic gopchang had a charm all its own, different from regular gopchang. Having softly cooked whole garlic inside the chewy, savory tripe let me enjoy the flavor of gopchang and the savoriness of garlic all at once. Paired with the grilled scallion kimchi and spicy gol-bibim-myeon, the combination of dishes was really satisfying. Most of all, the lively atmosphere made it a comfortable place to talk and drink with a friend, which makes it a solid pick for anyone looking for a restaurant near Omokgyo Station or a company dinner spot in Mokdong. ![Table at Omokgyo Gopchang after finishing the meal](https://img.superchart.com/images/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage-23-11im2-900.webp) ![Hovenia hangover-relief stick jelly given at checkout](https://img.superchart.com/images/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage-24-l0o9h-900.webp) And when it came time to pay, they even gave us hovenia (raisin tree) sticks and jellies for hangover relief!! Such a thoughtful touch ♥️♥️♥️ If you're looking for gopchang near Omokgyo or a good gopchang restaurant in Mokdong, or if you just love whole-garlic gopchang, this place is worth a visit. Next time I'll bring my gopchang-loving friends and properly try the gopchang hot pot and fried rice I missed this time haha. On a day when you're craving good gopchang and a shot of soju after work — if you're looking for a solid gopchang restaurant near Omokgyo Station, give the whole-garlic gopchang at Omokgyo Gopchang Mokdong Main Branch a try 😊 ## Where it is - Omokgyo Gopchang Mokdong Main Branch (오목교곱창 목동본점) - 226-13 Mokdongdong-ro, Yangcheon-gu, Seoul, South Korea, 1st floor - 서울특별시 양천구 목동동로 226-13 1층 오목교곱창 - 37.5255779, 126.8728589 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EC%98%A4%EB%AA%A9%EA%B5%90%EA%B3%B1%EC%B0%BD%20%EB%AA%A9%EB%8F%99%EB%B3%B8%EC%A0%90/@37.5255779,126.8728589,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@seats-and-flavors/omokgyo-gopchang-garlic-intestine-corkage/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt