Yeoksam Station burger spot: Bass Burger with Gwanghwamun 7.5% stout

Sometimes you want a light meal after work, and sometimes you just want a great burger with a beer. This time I visited Bass Burger Yeoksam, near Yeoksam Station. The clean interior and well-balanced menu make it a good fit for anything from lunch to an evening get-together.

What is the atmosphere like at Bass Burger Yeoksam?

Bass Burger Yeoksam is a clean, comfortable restaurant with wood-toned interiors and generously spaced tables. It works for solo diners and office groups alike.

The first thing I noticed when I walked in was how pleasant it felt. The warm wood-toned decor set the mood, and the tables were spaced widely enough to eat comfortably. I also liked seeing all kinds of guests mixing naturally, from people dining solo to groups of coworkers.

It's close to Yeoksam Station and easy to drop into at lunch or dinner, so it's easy to see why so many people come. It felt like one of those Yeoksam restaurants you end up going back to without really thinking about it.

Are the chips at Bass Burger really unlimited?

Yes. At Bass Burger Yeoksam, chips are set out on one side of the restaurant and you can take as many as you like for free. They're great while you wait for your burger or between bites.

One of the first things that catches your eye at Bass Burger is the free chips. They're set out on one side of the restaurant and you can help yourself to as many as you want, so the wait for food wasn't boring at all.

The chips are thinly sliced and fried crisp, not overly salty, so I kept reaching for more, and a subtle savory taste makes them hard to stop eating. Fresh batches are especially crunchy, and they pair wonderfully with beer.

They're nice to nibble before the handmade burger arrives and just as good between bites. It's a small thing, but the unlimited refills felt like a special charm of Bass Burger that really boosts customer satisfaction.

Does the signature Bass Burger go well with Gwanghwamun 7.5%?

The first things I ordered were the signature Bass Burger and a premium stout, Gwanghwamun 7.5%. The stout has a heavy but not overwhelming body, which went nicely with the savory patty of the Bass Burger.

From the first sip, Gwanghwamun 7.5% spreads a subtle vanilla aroma, followed by the deep flavor of dark chocolate. It has weight, but it isn't too heavy to enjoy with a burger. It lifted the savory flavor of the patty even more and made the whole meal more satisfying.

What does the Bass Burger taste like?

The Bass Burger I ordered alongside it was a classic, back-to-basics handmade burger. The thick beef patty was juicy, and real cheddar cheese made it taste even richer.

Butterhead lettuce, tomato and onion add a fresh crunch. The house sauce ties everything together naturally, so the balance holds up until the very last bite. It's the kind of burger that makes it clear why so many people recommend Bass Burger Yeoksam as a Yeoksam favorite.

Which side dishes should you order at Bass Burger Yeoksam?

With the burger, I ordered a chili mozzarella cheese bar, and homemade coleslaw came along too. The chili mozzarella cheese bar was better than I expected.

Chili mozzarella cheese bar

When I bit in, the outside crunched apart and the mozzarella stretched out long from the inside. A spicy chili kick on top of the savory cheese kept the flavor from being one-note.

Eaten with the handmade burger, the different textures and flavors made it even more satisfying. The chili's heat cut through the richness that could otherwise get heavy, so I kept reaching for more.

Homemade coleslaw

The homemade coleslaw that came as a side was impressive too. I liked the combination of crunchy cabbage and sweet corn, and the soft, cream-based dressing made it easy to eat.

Eating it between bites of burger cleansed my palate, which I appreciated. It stood out that they put care into small details like this, not just the main dishes.

Are the buffalo wings spicy?

The buffalo wings at Bass Burger Yeoksam are only mildly spicy, not aggressively hot. They're fried crisp without feeling greasy, which makes them a good beer snack.

I liked that the buffalo wings were crispy without feeling greasy. Biting in, you get juicy meat, followed by a mildly spicy sauce that adds savory depth.

They aren't harshly spicy, so anyone can enjoy them, and they went wonderfully with beer. With options beyond burgers, the menu offers a wide range of choices.

Bass Burger Yeoksam location, hours, parking and reservations

• Address: 10 Teheran-ro 26-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Seongbo Building B1 (about 1 minute on foot from Yeoksam Station Exit 3)
• Hours: Daily 11:00–21:15 (last order 20:30)
• Parking: Paid parking in front of the restaurant
• Reservations: Available via Naver Reservation

Overall verdict

Bass Burger Yeoksam is a place where you can enjoy back-to-basics handmade burgers, a variety of sides and characterful craft beer together. Fresh ingredients and balanced flavors made the meal very satisfying, and the atmosphere was comfortable too.

If you're looking for a filling meal near Yeoksam Station, it's a choice you'll be happy with. It suits both lunch and evening get-togethers, and it stays in my memory as a Yeoksam spot I'd happily visit again.