Near Hapjeong Station lies Okdongsik (Hongdae, Seoul), a restaurant that has intrigued me for quite some time. Known for its critical acclaim in food magazines and newspapers, this spot often has a long line of eager diners.

Menu

Okdongsik specializes in a single dish: Pork Gomtang (soup). You can choose between the regular and the special version, the latter offering double the amount of pork.

The soup is made by boiling Berkshire K black pig from Mt. Jiri for hours, resulting in a crystal-clear broth. The dish is served with rice and thinly sliced pork, which is only partially cooked and finishes cooking when the hot broth is poured over it just before serving.

We decided to order Kimchi dumplings, a regular Pork Gomtang, and a Special Pork Gomtang.

Pork Gomtang (Regular) 10,000 won

The soup arrived quickly and lived up to its reputation. The thinly sliced pork was tender and of excellent quality, while the broth was incredibly clear, a stark contrast to the richer, cloudier versions of Pork Gomtang typically served elsewhere.

Pork Gomtang (Special) 16,000 won

I started with a spoonful of the broth and was impressed by its clean, refined taste. The regular Pork Gomtang was perfectly filling for me, though the special version, with twice the meat, would be ideal for bigger appetites.

Adding a touch of red pepper paste to the pork elevated its flavor, while a bite of kimchi balanced out any greasiness from the soup. I could see why this place earned such high praise, including a nod from the Michelin Guide.

Kimchi Mandu (dumplings)  6,000 ea

As dumpling lovers, we couldn’t resist ordering the kimchi mandu. These dumplings were a revelation, bursting with flavor and a perfect complement to the meal. I didn’t expect kimchi dumplings to taste this good, but they were a standout highlight.

A bowl of Pork Gomtang from Okdongsik is the ultimate comfort food for a chilly day. Its clean, hearty flavors and warming qualities make it a perfect dish for winter, and it's even nutritious enough to help stave off a cold.

Address : 44-10 Yanghwa-ro 7-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul OPEN GOOGLE MAP

Phone : +82-10-5571-9915

Operation Hours : Mon-Fri : 11:00 - 22:00, Sat-Sun : 11:00 - 22:00 (Break 15:00 -17:00)

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