Sinchon burger joint: Burger Week 20% off and soy milk, Bored & Hungry

If you're looking for a proper handmade burger in Sinchon, now is the best time to go. Bored & Hungry Mapo, which I keep seeing all over social media, happened to be running Burger Week, so everything was 20% cheaper than usual. On top of that, event orders came with a hip burger sticker and Yonsei soy milk while supplies lasted, so keep that in mind if you're planning a visit!

Bored & Hungry Mapo location and opening hours

Bored & Hungry Mapo is at 1F, 36 Gwangseong-ro 6-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul, about a 3-minute walk (251 m) from Exit 4 of Daeheung Station. It is open daily 11:00–20:50, with a break from 15:50 to 17:00 and last orders at 15:10 and 20:10.

• Parking available
• Groups welcome
• Takeout and delivery available
• Wi-Fi and simple payment apps available

What did we order at Bored & Hungry Mapo?

I ordered three things at Bored & Hungry Mapo that day.

• Shrimp O.G combo (burger + Butter Garlic Fries + drink)
• Classic Cheese Double combo (burger + corn ribs + drink)
• Chilizz Mutant Cheese Sticks (limited edition)

Shrimp O.G combo: whole-shrimp patty and pollock roe mayo

The Shrimp O.G burger comes on a brioche bun with a whole shrimp patty, sriracha sauce and myeongran mayo (seasoned pollock roe mayo). From the first look I thought, "This is going to be so good." The brioche bun was really soft, and the sriracha and pollock roe mayo combination was a true stroke of genius. The spicy, nutty flavor just kept going and I never got tired of it.

Above all, the shrimp patty was the star. It isn't minced shrimp but big pieces of whole shrimp, so every bite had a springy texture. Shrimp lovers will be really happy with it.

The Butter Garlic Fries that came with it were better than expected, too. Crispy crinkle-cut fries piled with a generous amount of house-made garlic cheese sauce, and that sauce was crazy good. I was already pretty full, yet my hand kept going back for more. The fries disappeared before the burger did.

Classic Cheese Double combo: the pick of the day

I ordered the Classic Cheese Double combo without much worry thanks to the Burger Week discount, and it ended up being my pick of the day.

I understood why it's called Classic from the very first bite. There's a reason people say the classics are the foundation. With two patties it was wonderfully thick and hearty, and the juices and meaty flavor filling my mouth were really rich.

If you love the true taste of meat, you'll definitely be satisfied. Meat lovers, you have to try this.

The corn ribs served as the side with the Classic Cheese Double combo were also much tastier than I expected. It's fun to hold them in your hand like ribs, and the savory seasoning soaks in so well that you keep eating. They'd go great with soda or beer.

What are the limited Chilizz Mutant Cheese Sticks like?

Chilizz Mutant Cheese Sticks are a limited-edition side at Bored & Hungry (₩4,500): cheese-filled sticks with a spicy chili kick. I was curious because they were limited, and ordering them was a really good call. They keep the charm of a regular cheese stick while adding Bored & Hungry's own style.

They're packed with cheese, and the spicy chili flavor kept them from feeling greasy at all. I could enjoy them to the very end, so I highly recommend them as a side.

Bored & Hungry Mapo menu and prices

Burgers at Bored & Hungry Mapo range from the Classic Cheese Burger at ₩8,900 up to The Mega Bun at ₩13,400.

Burgers

• Shrimp O.G Burger ₩12,400
• Mutant Hot Shrimp Burger ₩12,400
• Classic Cheese Burger ₩8,900
• Bacon Deluxe Burger ₩11,900
• The Mega Bun ₩13,400
• O.G Champion Burger ₩11,900

Sides, shakes and beer

• Butter Garlic Fries ₩6,900
• Chili Cheese Fries ₩7,900
• Hot Wings 6pc ₩8,400
• Limited Chilizz Mutant Cheese Sticks ₩4,500
• Seasoned Fries ₩3,000
• Corn Ribs ₩7,400
• Vanilla Shake ₩6,400
• Sesame Oil Shake ₩6,900
• Salt & Pepper Virgin Shake ₩7,400
• Draft beer (Budweiser) ₩5,500 (1+1 after 17:00)
• Samuel Adams ₩9,000

Burger Week deal menu

• Classic Cheese Single ₩7,120 (20% off)
• Classic Cheese Single combo ₩14,640 (20% off)

What do you get at Bored & Hungry during Burger Week?

During Burger Week at Bored & Hungry, event burgers are 20% off. Ordering an event item also gets you a hip burger sticker and Yonsei soy milk while supplies last, so if you've been curious about the place, I'd recommend going now.

Inside Bored & Hungry Mapo

Bored & Hungry Mapo has an interior that feels like a burger joint abroad, which makes it a great spot for photos. The food is good, but the atmosphere was seriously hip. The moment I walked in it felt like stepping into a burger place overseas, and there were stylish details everywhere, perfect for taking pictures.

I hear a lot of celebrities have visited, and I immediately understood why it's so popular.

They also sell brand merchandise on one side, and the sticker and goods designs were so stylish that browsing was fun. Many designs would look perfect on a laptop or planner, so you really get the brand's vibe.

Verdict: is Bored & Hungry Mapo worth it during Burger Week?

If you're looking for a great handmade burger in Sinchon, Bored & Hungry is easy to recommend. During Burger Week like now, you get a 20% discount too, so the value was really good. The Shrimp O.G burger packed with whole shrimp, the juicy Classic Cheese Double burger and the addictive Butter Garlic Fries made for high satisfaction overall.

After trying it myself, I understood why people call it one of the best burger places in Korea, and the nickname "the burger Snoop Dogg fell for" is no accident!! The trendy atmosphere makes it a good pick for a handmade burger date in Sinchon, and anyone searching for a burger near Daeheung Station should give it a try too. If you want to experience one of the hippest burger brands right now, give Bored & Hungry a visit! 🍔