Sinchon burger date: wings & Chili Mozza Cheese Bar at Bas Burger

What's new in the renovated Yonsei Cancer Hospital arcade?

When the operator changed from SPC to Aramark, the Yonsei Cancer Hospital arcade got rid of its second-basement food court and brought in several brand shops and a new food court on the first basement level. Last weekend, on a Sinchon date with my boyfriend, I visited Bas Burger Yonsei Cancer Hospital Branch in this renewed arcade.

Getting to the Yonsei Cancer Hospital arcade and parking

The arcade is about a 7-minute walk from Sinchon Station Exit 2 and about 15 minutes from Ewha Womans Univ. Station Exit 2. It's also close to Yonsei University's main gate, so I hear students stop by on their way to lectures.

It's open daily from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., with last order at 9:30 p.m. You can use the Yonsei University Hospital Cancer Center underground car park, but there's no parking support.

It's right next to the university, but the main customers are probably hospital visitors, staff, patients and their families. They also sell a gift card you can use at the various shops in the arcade.

What are the interior and seating like at Bas Burger Yonsei Cancer Hospital Branch?

Bas Burger Yonsei Cancer Hospital Branch is right on the right as you enter the arcade, with spacious seating mostly for 2–4 people. It's where Pascucci used to be, and it seems to have been extended a bit, because the shop is quite large. With the standard 2–4 person tables you can sit comfortably, and the 2-person tables looked fine for eating alone too.

Every shop in the arcade was recently renovated, so everything was clean overall. The Bas Burger brand feel comes through well, with a hip vibe. You can also see the kitchen from the seats to a degree, which was reassuring.

How to order at Bas Burger and customize your burger

You order at the kiosk near the entrance. A 10% staff discount is available, but you have to order and pay at the counter for that.

I was surprised by how many options there are: not just changing the drink, but extra sauces, adding or swapping raw or grilled onions, and swapping the bun for vegetables. Going by reviews, the vegetable-instead-of-bun option sounds great for people on a diet.

Are the potato chips at the Bas Burger self-serve bar unlimited?

Yes, dine-in customers at Bas Burger Yonsei Cancer Hospital Branch can eat unlimited chips from the self-serve bar. They're thin and crisp, a different texture from the fries on the menu, and personally I liked them better than Poca Chip..haha I had some while waiting, then went back for more about twice, I think.

Tomato ketchup and mayonnaise are at the self-serve bar as standard, and the other sauces, like BBQ sauce and Bas Burger sauce, are free with a set menu or fried items. (Some sauces, such as the truffle mayo dip, cost extra.) We picked the Bas Burger sauce and added it here and there while eating the burgers.

What does the Signature Bas Burger taste like?

The Signature Bas Burger is a light, clean-tasting burger with a beef patty, grilled onion, lettuce, cheese and tomato. I saw the words "Greedy Burger" and was curious enough to almost order it, but I wanted something lighter and fresher, so we both went with the signature Bas Burger.

The richness of the beef patty, the fresh vegetables and the soft brioche bun work wonderfully together, making it a signature item you can enjoy cleanly and lightly.

Inside were grilled onion, lettuce, cheese, tomato and a beef patty, topped with Bas Burger sauce for a real savory kick. It's not easy for a burger to be both light and tasty, but the beef flavor came through and it still felt fresh, which I liked. If you prefer a meaty, punchy taste, you could add an extra patty or go for a double-patty burger.

How are the Bas Burger buffalo wings and fries?

The fried items at Bas Burger Yonsei Cancer Hospital Branch, both the buffalo wings and the fries, impressed me with their crunch. I thought, they do fried food well here too!

The buffalo wings? Need I say more. The thin, well-seasoned coating and the tender meat inside the chicken skin were delicious, but they vanished so fast that I regretted not getting the 8-piece.

There were sweet potato fries as well as regular fries, and I suggested getting the sweet potato ones since there are unlimited chips, but my boyfriend insisted on regular fries. Oh wow, they were thin and crisp, a different charm from the chips, and I kept reaching for them. It was the day I finally praised his choice, haha

Is the new Chili Mozza Cheese Bar spicy?

The new Chili Mozza Cheese Bar has a whole mozzarella stick inside, and the chili sauce outside was spicier than I expected. It made me think of beer right away! Dipping it deep into the ranch sauce that came with it toned the heat down, and then I wanted a cold drink.

That's when a cold sip of Coke Zero hit the spot. It cleared away that heavy, stuffed feeling.

Is Bas Burger Yonsei Cancer Hospital Branch good for a Sinchon date?

With its varied menu, customization to your taste (swapping the bun for lettuce, adding grilled onions and so on), unlimited chip refills when dining in, and a clean, stylish new interior, Bas Burger Yonsei Cancer Hospital Branch felt like a proper Sinchon and Yonsei spot for a real date, not a fast-food place for a quick bite.

If you want a proper burger, or you're on a diet but still craving one, I think it's worth a visit!