Gangseo rice bowl diner, sets with mini udon and fried chicken: Hekbap

Hekbap Kkachisan Branch hours, break time and parking

Hekbap Kkachisan Branch hours Mon–Sun 11:00 ~ 21:00 (Break Time 15:00 ~ 16:30) (Last Order 20:30) Parking Use the nearby public parking lot

Dinner near Kkachisan Station at Hekbap Kkachisan Branch

After wrapping up some personal errands near Kkachisan Station, it was suddenly dinner time, so I looked for somewhere to eat nearby. Rather than travel far, I decided to grab a simple dinner around Kkachisan Station, and the place I found was Hekbap Kkachisan Branch, a well-known spot near the station.

Walking into the building and up the wood-toned stairs against white walls led to the second floor, where the entrance appeared with a standing sign displaying menu photos out front. I took a moment to look over the menu before pushing open the glass door and heading inside.

Second-floor seating and menu at Hekbap Kkachisan Branch

Stepping further in, the space combined wood tones with white tiled walls, offering a variety of seating for customers visiting this popular spot near the station. There was a long stretch of seating by the window as well as table seats good for eating with company. After looking around, I settled into a comfortable spot.

Sitting down and browsing the menu on the tablet, this diner near Kkachisan Station had quite a range of options good for a full meal — rice bowls, ramen, curry, soba, and tonkatsu. After a long deliberation, I ordered two of Hekbap Kkachisan Branch's popular items: the chicken mayo rice bowl set (12,900 won) and the tonkatsu curry rice bowl set (16,900 won). I chose both as sets so I could try the sides that come along with the main dishes.

What comes with the 12,900-won chicken mayo rice bowl set?

The first dish to arrive that day was the chicken mayo rice bowl set. The rice bowl sat in the center of a wooden tray, accompanied by mini udon, two pieces of fried chicken, cubed radish kimchi, pickled radish, and fried rice cake.

The rice bowl had fluffy rice topped with yellow egg strips and seaweed flakes, with golden-fried boneless chicken on top finished with a mayonnaise and soy-based sauce.

The boneless chicken was crisp on the outside and soft and juicy inside. Mixing the mayo and soy sauce into the rice and eating it together with the chicken added a savory, salty kick that made it even tastier.

Set sides at Hekbap: mini udon and two pieces of fried chicken

Alongside the rice bowl, I also tried the two pieces of fried chicken and mini udon included in the set. The fried chicken was made karaage-style, crisp outside with savory juices inside, while the mini udon had warm broth and chewy noodles that were nice to alternate with the rice bowl.

How does the 16,900-won tonkatsu curry rice bowl set taste?

While still eating the chicken mayo rice bowl, another popular dish at Hekbap Kkachisan Branch arrived — the tonkatsu curry rice bowl set. A wide bowl held deep brown Japanese-style curry topped with a thick, generous piece of tonkatsu (pork cutlet), finished with scallion garnish and garlic chips.

Taking a bite of the tonkatsu first, the thick loin cut was firm but never tough, with the clean flavor of the meat itself coming through. The parts untouched by the curry kept their crisp breading intact. Mixing the curry into the rice and topping it with the tonkatsu paired the crunchy breading with the rich curry aroma and savory flavor beautifully.

Is Hekbap Kkachisan Branch good for solo dining or dinner for two?

Hekbap Kkachisan Branch, a popular spot near Kkachisan Station, offered a generous meal at a reasonable price. It felt easy and unpretentious whether eating simply with a friend or enjoying a relaxed solo meal, so I'd recommend stopping by when looking for a place to eat near Kkachisan Station, solo or otherwise.

Verdict — A comfortable spot near Kkachisan Station where you can enjoy a hearty meal from a variety of rice bowls and dishes served as full sets.