# Hapjeong galbitang and galbijjim restaurant near Hongdae: Ok Galbi - By Jiwon K. (https://superchart.com/en/@seoul-coffee-notes/) - Written Sep 21, 2026 - Local places › Restaurants › Mapo, Seoul - Sponsored: This visit was sponsored by the business. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@seoul-coffee-notes/hapjeong-okgalbi-galbitang-lunch-2743/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@seoul-coffee-notes/hapjeong-okgalbi-galbitang-lunch-2743/index.md) ## In short Ok Galbi is a Korean restaurant serving galbitang (short rib soup) and galbijjim (braised short ribs) on Eoulmadang-ro, near Hapjeong Station in Mapo, Seoul. One table ordered ok galbitang at 15,000 won, ok galbijjim at 29,000 won and bibim naengmyeon (cold noodles in spicy sauce) at 10,000 won, and found the broth clear and clean-tasting with a mild, unaggressive braising sauce on the ribs. With wide spacing between tables and a group table at the back, Ok Galbi is an easy lunch spot in Hapjeong for a meal with parents or children. ## Good to know - **Ok galbitang**: 15,000 won - **Ok galbijjim**: 29,000 won - **Bibim naengmyeon**: 10,000 won - **Location**: 50 Eoulmadang-ro 5-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul - **Entrance**: Up a short flight of stairs, a second floor that feels like a mezzanine - **Seating**: Wide spacing between tables, with a table at the back for groups *as written by the visitor on Sep 21, 2026* I was running errands near Hapjeong Station and got a craving for hot galbitang (short rib soup) and galbijjim (braised short ribs), so I stopped by Ok Galbi, which has been getting a lot of buzz lately as a Hapjeong lunch spot. The combination of the deep, rich galbitang broth and the sweet-savory braised ribs made for a really satisfying meal. Everything came out neat and well-plated, and the space itself was pleasant too — here's my review of this Hongdae-area favorite, Ok Galbi. ## What do the outside and inside of Ok Galbi look like? ### The exterior ![Clean exterior of Ok Galbi in Hapjeong with its sign visible](https://img.superchart.com/images/hapjeong-okgalbi-galbitang-lunch/hapjeong-okgalbi-galbitang-lunch-01-10t0e-966.webp) Ok Galbi had a clean, tidy exterior, and the sign caught my eye from a distance. It's on what I'd call a mezzanine-style second floor — you go up a short flight of stairs to get in. It's not a tough climb, so it shouldn't be uncomfortable even if you're going with kids or bringing your parents along. ### Inside the restaurant ![Ok Galbi interior seating with wide table spacing](https://img.superchart.com/images/hapjeong-okgalbi-galbitang-lunch/hapjeong-okgalbi-galbitang-lunch-02-v0l4n-966.webp) ![Group-friendly table toward the back of Ok Galbi](https://img.superchart.com/images/hapjeong-okgalbi-galbitang-lunch/hapjeong-okgalbi-galbitang-lunch-03-s3rgq-966.webp) Inside, the space was much bigger and more pleasant than it looked from outside, and the tables were spaced generously, which made for comfortable dining. There were also tables toward the back that could easily fit a larger group. The tables were spacious and clearly kept very hygienic, which I appreciated. ### What's on the menu at Ok Galbi? ![Menu board listing prices for ok galbitang and galbijjim](https://img.superchart.com/images/hapjeong-okgalbi-galbitang-lunch/hapjeong-okgalbi-galbitang-lunch-04-194hv-966.webp) Looking at the menu, I honestly wanted to order everything. We went with the ok galbitang and ok galbijjim, both known for their hot, deep broth, plus a bibim naengmyeon. The prices overall seemed reasonable. ## Ok galbitang, ok galbijjim and bibim naengmyeon: prices and how they taste - Ok galbitang ₩15,000 - Ok galbijjim ₩29,000 - Bibim naengmyeon ₩10,000 ![Full table spread with side dishes and main dishes](https://img.superchart.com/images/hapjeong-okgalbi-galbitang-lunch/hapjeong-okgalbi-galbitang-lunch-05-1twx5-966.webp) After a short wait, the main dishes started coming out as a full table spread along with some simple side dishes. The portions were huge, which really showed how generous Ok Galbi's owner is. ![Ok galbitang served still bubbling in a stone pot](https://img.superchart.com/images/hapjeong-okgalbi-galbitang-lunch/hapjeong-okgalbi-galbitang-lunch-06-ueewh-966.webp) ![Close-up of galbitang topped generously with egg garnish](https://img.superchart.com/images/hapjeong-okgalbi-galbitang-lunch/hapjeong-okgalbi-galbitang-lunch-07-uje6w-966.webp) The ok galbitang arrived still bubbling in its stone pot, with clear broth and thick meat clinging to sizable rib bones. The generous topping of egg garnish stood out in particular. ![Thick meat clinging to a sizable rib bone in the galbitang](https://img.superchart.com/images/hapjeong-okgalbi-galbitang-lunch/hapjeong-okgalbi-galbitang-lunch-08-2iixg-966.webp) ![Galbitang meat separating easily from the bone](https://img.superchart.com/images/hapjeong-okgalbi-galbitang-lunch/hapjeong-okgalbi-galbitang-lunch-09-znthe-1200.webp) The meat separated easily from the bone, so it was effortless to eat, and the texture was nice and tender. The broth had the fat skimmed off well, giving it a clean yet deeply savory flavor. ![Clear galbitang broth with the fat skimmed off](https://img.superchart.com/images/hapjeong-okgalbi-galbitang-lunch/hapjeong-okgalbi-galbitang-lunch-10-sundi-966.webp) ![Rice mixed into galbitang broth and eaten with kkakdugi](https://img.superchart.com/images/hapjeong-okgalbi-galbitang-lunch/hapjeong-okgalbi-galbitang-lunch-11-1to68-966.webp) The broth wasn't spicy or overpowering at all — it was clean, so mixing rice into it with kkakdugi (diced radish kimchi) worked really well together. ![Plate of ok galbijjim with sauce soaked in nicely](https://img.superchart.com/images/hapjeong-okgalbi-galbitang-lunch/hapjeong-okgalbi-galbitang-lunch-12-9hkdx-966.webp) The ok galbijjim had sauce soaked in nicely with just the right amount of liquid, and the seasoning wasn't overpowering either. ![Close-up of tender braised galbijjim meat](https://img.superchart.com/images/hapjeong-okgalbi-galbitang-lunch/hapjeong-okgalbi-galbitang-lunch-13-3xks4-966.webp) ![Chopsticks lifting a piece of ok galbijjim](https://img.superchart.com/images/hapjeong-okgalbi-galbitang-lunch/hapjeong-okgalbi-galbitang-lunch-14-1b3wv-966.webp) The meat was also very tender, so it seemed like it would be great for feeding kids if you're dining with family. ![Rice mixed into the leftover galbijjim sauce](https://img.superchart.com/images/hapjeong-okgalbi-galbitang-lunch/hapjeong-okgalbi-galbitang-lunch-15-sgw6k-966.webp) After finishing the galbijjim, mixing rice into the leftover sauce was delicious too. ![Bibim naengmyeon topped with spicy-tangy sauce](https://img.superchart.com/images/hapjeong-okgalbi-galbitang-lunch/hapjeong-okgalbi-galbitang-lunch-16-cqz14-966.webp) ![Chewy bibim naengmyeon noodles mixed and ready to eat](https://img.superchart.com/images/hapjeong-okgalbi-galbitang-lunch/hapjeong-okgalbi-galbitang-lunch-17-3aerx-966.webp) A lot of people are looking for good naengmyeon spots in Hapjeong-dong, right? Turns out Ok Galbi isn't just about galbitang and galbijjim. The bibim naengmyeon had chewy noodles piled high with spicy-tangy sauce, and wrapping galbijjim meat around the noodles was really delicious. ![A bite of naengmyeon wrapped with galbijjim meat](https://img.superchart.com/images/hapjeong-okgalbi-galbitang-lunch/hapjeong-okgalbi-galbitang-lunch-18-1lc2d-966.webp) On our way out after finishing everything, the owner even served us coffee, so we got a nice, clean finish to the meal. ## Is Ok Galbi worth it for lunch in Hapjeong? Ok Galbi was a Hapjeong Station restaurant where you can enjoy high-quality galbitang and galbijjim in a clean, tidy space. From the interior design to the neatly plated food, the generous portions, and the friendly staff, nothing felt lacking. If you're looking for a lunch spot in Hapjeong or a tidy Korean restaurant to take your parents to, give Ok Galbi a try. You're likely to have a satisfying meal. ## Where it is - Ok Galbi (옥갈비) - 50 Eoulmadang-ro5-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea - 서울특별시 마포구 어울마당로5길 50 옥갈비 - 37.5499905, 126.9180564 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EC%98%A5%EA%B0%88%EB%B9%84/@37.5499905,126.9180564,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@seoul-coffee-notes/hapjeong-okgalbi-galbitang-lunch-2743/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt