Gangnam poke restaurant with a flat iron steak solo set: Ola Poke

So many people these days are looking for a healthy diet routine or a light meal that still fills you up, right? I was mulling over what to eat for lunch too, something satisfying but not too heavy, and ended up at Ola Poke Gangnam, right near Gangnam Station — perfect for a solo lunch!

Ola Poke Gangnam: address, opening hours and parking

Ola Poke Gangnam is on the basement floor of the Ssangyong Platinum Value building at 46 Teheran-ro 4-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul. It's open weekdays 10:30–20:30 with a break time from 15:00–17:00, and closed on weekends. Free parking is available on B2.

The area around Gangnam Station has so many buildings packed together that it's easy to get lost if it's your first time, but Ola Poke Gangnam is right by the subway station so it's actually super accessible.

How to walk to Ola Poke from Gangnam Station Exit 4

Come out Exit 4 of Gangnam Station, take the first alley on your left (by the Starbucks building), and walk a bit further until you see the Ssangyong Platinum Value building. Take the elevator down to the basement floor.

The hip orange-colored interior really stands out so it's easy to spot. It's only a 3-minute walk from the station, which is really convenient.

Ordering at the mini kiosk: menu board and ingredient origins

You order at the mini kiosk at Ola Poke Gangnam! If there's something not on the kiosk, just tell the staff at the counter.

The menu is varied, and origin and allergy info boards are posted right next to it, so you can check and eat with peace of mind!

Is it good for eating alone? The 1-person bar tables

True to its reputation as a solo-friendly poke lunch spot near Gangnam Station, there's a nice 1-person bar table set up so you can eat comfortably alone. With delivery, takeout, and fast turnover even during peak hours when nearby office workers pack the place, I never once felt awkward eating solo!

Solo poke + soup set with the flat iron steak upgrade, 18,000 won

I wanted something filling today, so I ordered the well-rounded solo poke + soup set (₩13,500)! To pack in more protein from the base poke, I upgraded to the chak-steak poke, which added ₩4,500.

It came to ₩18,000 total, but looking at the taste and portion, it was a perfect combo well worth the money!!!

Lemon water and hot rooibos tea are self-serve~~ Finish your poke and have a cup of rooibos tea for the perfect lunch, haha.

Half brown rice, half vegetables and crispy fried onion

I chose half brown rice, half fresh greens!! The crunchy crispy onion texture was so good that it barely felt like a diet meal — it was delicious and filling, so I really recommend this menu!

The cube-cut steak wasn't chewy at all and was cut into easy bite-sized pieces, and the wasabi sauce had a nice kick that kept it from getting boring.

The vegan tomato soup that comes with the set

The tomato soup that came as a side was rich and sweet with a slightly spicy finish, pairing really well with the poke! It's 100% vegan so it sits light and warm alongside the meal — I highly recommend ordering the set for this.

I was too full to finish it, but it's such a filling item!! It kind of reminded me of a witch's brew, haha.

There's a bus tray return spot next to the counter — surely no one just leaves their tray at the table!?

New on the menu: buldak poke for spicy food lovers

Looking at the menu board, I noticed a newly launched buldak (fire chicken) poke line! Two new options — buldak salmon poke and buldak octopus poke — came out, and they seem perfect as a cheat-day treat when you're on a diet but craving something bold and spicy!!

They even thoughtfully had disposable mouthwash, so I grabbed one! If you're looking for a healthy, tasty meal near Gangnam Station, or a comfortable place to eat solo, I highly recommend Ola Poke Gangnam. With great taste, portion size, and atmosphere all in one, it's the best solo poke lunch option near Gangnam Station^^