# Outdoor tent seafood dinner after work in Balsan: Neoul Magok - By Moyeon (https://superchart.com/en/@seoul-rice-almanac/) - Written Sep 8, 2026 - Updated Sep 14, 2026 - Local places › Restaurants › Gangseo, Seoul - Sponsored: This post was written after a complimentary meal was provided by the business. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@seoul-rice-almanac/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@seoul-rice-almanac/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang/index.md) · [日本語](https://superchart.com/ja/@seoul-rice-almanac/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang/index.md) · [简体中文](https://superchart.com/zh-cn/@seoul-rice-almanac/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang/index.md) · [繁體中文](https://superchart.com/zh-tw/@seoul-rice-almanac/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang/index.md) · [Tiếng Việt](https://superchart.com/vi/@seoul-rice-almanac/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang/index.md) · [ไทย](https://superchart.com/th/@seoul-rice-almanac/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang/index.md) · [Bahasa Indonesia](https://superchart.com/id/@seoul-rice-almanac/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang/index.md) · [Bahasa Melayu](https://superchart.com/ms/@seoul-rice-almanac/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang/index.md) · [Español](https://superchart.com/es/@seoul-rice-almanac/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang/index.md) ## In short Neoul Magok is a raw fish restaurant with outdoor tent seating on Balsan pojang street, a 3-minute walk from Exit 1 of Balsan Station in Gangseo, Seoul. The writer stopped by after work for the aged sashimi set for two (₩53,000) with Donghae soju, sampling salmon, red seabream, tuna, flounder, mackerel, and mullet alongside side dishes. A good spot to sit under the tent and enjoy a cool evening with soju after work. ## Good to know - **Location**: 90 Magokjungang 8-ro, 1st floor, Unit 127, Magok IPARK, Gangseo-gu, Seoul, South Korea - **Getting there**: About 3-minute walk from Exit 1 of Balsan Station, in the middle of Balsan pojang street - **Ordered**: Aged sashimi set for two ₩53,000, Donghae soju ₩6,000 - **Seating**: Mostly indoor 2–4 person tables plus outdoor tent seats - **Menu range**: Aged sashimi set (2 or 3–4 people), seafood set, steamed seafood, whelk hot pot, freshwater shrimp spicy soup, seafood ramyeon, jjapa-fry, and seasonal dishes like grilled prawns and raw shrimp sashimi *as written by the visitor on Sep 8, 2026* On my way home from work, I suddenly craved some aged sashimi, haha… ![Aged sashimi set table setting at Neoul Magok](https://img.superchart.com/images/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang-01-13j2j-1200.webp) ![Evening scene at a tent-seating raw fish restaurant on Balsan pojang street](https://img.superchart.com/images/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang-02-12vta-900.webp) Rather than just eating raw fish, I wanted somewhere with a good atmosphere for a drink, so while searching I found Neoul Magok, which even has outdoor tent seating on the Balsan pojang street. ![Outdoor tent seating at Neoul Magok](https://img.superchart.com/images/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang-03-jouw8-900.webp) ![Entrance of a raw fish restaurant on Balsan pojang street](https://img.superchart.com/images/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang-04-wfdbc-900.webp) The weather was cool and perfect for eating outside, and they had a solid lineup of aged sashimi dishes, so I decided this was the place for dinner. ![Cool evening atmosphere at an outdoor tent table](https://img.superchart.com/images/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang-05-g4tch-900.webp) ![Aged sashimi and soju set on the outdoor tent table](https://img.superchart.com/images/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang-06-1o6gu-900.webp) I went in expecting a casual spot for sashimi and soju after work, but I was surprised by how varied the menu was — plenty of options to pick and choose from. ## Location and how to get to Neoul Magok ![Neoul Magok sign near Exit 1 of Balsan Station](https://img.superchart.com/images/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang-07-1e4i4-900.webp) Neoul Magok is about a 3-minute walk from Exit 1 of Balsan Station. It's roughly in the middle of the Balsan pojang street, so walking along the row of tent bars, the sign was easy to spot. The Neoul sign is visible even from a distance, so I didn't worry about getting lost on my first visit. With the weather this cool these days, dining in the outdoor tent seats was a great way to soak up the atmosphere. Anyone looking for a Balsan tent-seating raw fish restaurant will probably appreciate this vibe. As evening fell, the lively energy typical of a pojang street kicked in, and it really felt like the after-work drink spot it's meant to be. ## Retro seafood pojang vibes, indoors and out From outside, it has that relaxed pojang (tent bar) feel, and once you step in, it's decorated with a retro seafood-pojang atmosphere. The place isn't huge, but the tables didn't feel cramped, with several 2–4 person tables that seemed good for friends or couples. Personally, on a nice-weather day like this, I thought the outdoor tent seats had the best atmosphere. It was nice that the indoor and outdoor vibes were different enough that you could choose based on your mood, and I felt this place suited anyone wanting to enjoy sashimi in that easygoing Balsan tent-restaurant atmosphere. ![Retro-style interior of the seafood pojang restaurant](https://img.superchart.com/images/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang-08-9x8lm-900.webp) ![Interior seating with 2–4 person tables](https://img.superchart.com/images/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang-09-6v573-m-900.webp) ![Wall decorated with retro-style props](https://img.superchart.com/images/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang-10-74o68-m-900.webp) ![View of the restaurant connecting the outdoor tent and indoor seating](https://img.superchart.com/images/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang-11-1cu12-900.webp) So if you're looking for a good aged sashimi spot near Magok-Balsan Station and also want the outdoor tent experience, this one's worth adding to your list. ## What's on the menu The signature menu is the aged sashimi set, available for 2 or 3–4 people, plus a seafood set that's good for larger groups. They also have steamed seafood, whelk hot pot, and freshwater shrimp spicy soup, so there's plenty for anyone who wants more than just raw fish. What I especially liked was that they had seasonal seafood dishes. When I visited, it was prawn season, so grilled prawns and raw shrimp sashimi were on the menu — I'd love to try the seasonal picks next time. Side dishes like seafood ramyeon or jjapa-fry work well as a meal-ending option, so you can cover everything from drinking snacks to a full meal in one place. If you're after a Balsan aged sashimi restaurant, it's worth browsing the seasonal menu too, not just the standard sashimi — makes choosing more fun. ![Menu board showing the aged sashimi set at Neoul Magok](https://img.superchart.com/images/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang-12-zzhrm-900.webp) ![Menu board listing steamed seafood and soup dishes](https://img.superchart.com/images/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang-13-lwau4-900.webp) ## The aged sashimi set for two, ₩53,000 We ordered the aged sashimi set for two at ₩53,000, along with Donghae soju at ₩6,000. ![Aged sashimi set for two served across several plates](https://img.superchart.com/images/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang-14-19twk-900.webp) After a short wait, the sashimi set arrived — not just one big plate, but several plates and side dishes laid out together, making the table feel full. Each dish had that retro touch, so even the table setting itself was fun to look at. The aged sashimi included salmon, red seabream, tuna, flounder, mackerel, mullet, and more. With so many types, it was fun trying each one and comparing the taste and texture — even sashimi can feel very different piece by piece, which made for a great soju pairing. ![Plate of aged sashimi with salmon, red seabream, and flounder](https://img.superchart.com/images/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang-15-1c6zh-900.webp) Being well-aged sashimi, everything had that chewy, springy texture typical of the style. Personally, the salmon was my favorite — it melted softly but wasn't too rich or heavy, so I kept reaching for more. It was nice that the set offered both light options like flounder and red seabream and softer ones like salmon, letting you pick based on your taste. ![A piece of aged sashimi showing its chewy texture](https://img.superchart.com/images/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang-16-1si8j-900.webp) ![An assortment of different aged sashimi types](https://img.superchart.com/images/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang-17-109ew-900.webp) Being well-aged sashimi, everything had that chewy, springy texture typical of the style. Personally, the salmon was my favorite — it melted softly but wasn't too rich or heavy, so I kept reaching for more! ![A piece of aged salmon sashimi picked up with chopsticks](https://img.superchart.com/images/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang-18-13e0v-900.webp) ![Aged sashimi wrapped in perilla leaf](https://img.superchart.com/images/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang-19-giyko-900.webp) It was also delicious wrapped in perilla leaf! It was nice that the set offered both light options like flounder and red seabream and softer ones like salmon, letting you pick based on your taste. ![Thickly sliced aged tuna sashimi](https://img.superchart.com/images/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang-20-qh5kq-900.webp) The tuna was sliced thick too, so the texture was great and the softness was insane! When I choose a raw fish restaurant, freshness matters, but so does how many customers a place consistently gets — I figure a decent turnover means better ingredient management. That day there were plenty of customers, and the aged sashimi was in great condition, which was satisfying. Aged sashimi has its own charm that's different from just-fresh raw fish — that particular chewy texture and umami you get from proper aging feels different from eating raw fish straight off the boat. ![Aged sashimi set served alongside soju](https://img.superchart.com/images/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang-21-d2dg5-m-900.webp) ## Side dishes and the mini clam soup I liked that the sashimi set didn't come with just the fish alone — it arrived with a bunch of side dishes too. Perilla leaves, seaweed, and wasabi came as standard, plus vinegar-chili sauce, sesame oil sauce, and ssamjang, so you could mix and match with the same fish. ![Side dish spread of perilla leaf, seaweed, and wasabi](https://img.superchart.com/images/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang-22-1iqmd-900.webp) ![Warm mini clam soup served on the side](https://img.superchart.com/images/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang-23-1p7sa-900.webp) ![Side dishes of minari cabbage salad and sautéed mushrooms](https://img.superchart.com/images/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang-24-1v6ty-900.webp) A mini clam soup came alongside, good for a spoonful of broth between bites, and the minari cabbage salad refreshed the palate nicely. With sautéed mushrooms and corn salad also on the table, there was plenty to pair with the raw fish. Having a warm mini clam soup on the side made it much better than eating sashimi non-stop — a sip of broth between bites paired perfectly with soju. They also served vinegared rice, so you could eat it like sushi — a nice bonus that gave this Balsan aged sashimi spot an edge. ## Why I'd come back again This time I started with the aged sashimi set, but looking at the menu, there were seasonal dishes I'd love to try next time. I've already decided on my next order — daebang-eo (giant amberjack)!! When amberjack season hits, I want to try it properly alongside the aged sashimi, so I'll probably be back at Neoul Magok whenever I get a craving for raw fish around Balsan. It was the kind of place that's easy to drop by casually after work for sashimi and soju, and I think it's a solid choice for anyone looking for an aged sashimi restaurant in Balsan. > One-line summary — chewy aged sashimi enjoyed under the outdoor tent after work - Close to Balsan Station, easy to visit after work - Outdoor tent seating great for nice weather - A variety of aged sashimi types in one set - Seasonal seafood dishes make each visit different - Solid side dishes that pair well with the sashimi ## Where it is - Neoul Magok (너울 마곡본점) - 90 Magokjungang 8-ro, 1st floor, Unit 127, Magok IPARK, Gangseo-gu, Seoul, South Korea - 서울특별시 강서구 마곡중앙8로 90 마곡아이파크 1층 127호 - 37.5604514, 126.8371351 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EB%84%88%EC%9A%B8%20%EB%A7%88%EA%B3%A1%EB%B3%B8%EC%A0%90/@37.5604514,126.8371351,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@seoul-rice-almanac/neoul-magok-aged-sashimi-yajang/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt