Gaksi Bossam Hapjeong
각시보쌈 합정본점 · Korean Food
ABOUT
Gaksi Bossam is a long-running bossam restaurant near Hapjeong Station, in the Hapjeong area of Mapo-gu. Its main specialty is bossam, Korean boiled pork served with kimchi, vegetables and other side dishes. The restaurant also offers an affordable single-serving Gaksi Set Meal, which includes bossam, side dishes and a stew. The current listed price is ₩11,000, making it one of the more accessible ways to experience bossam without ordering a large sharing platter. For visitors, the restaurant offers two different ways to experience Korean bossam. A solo diner or someone looking for a simple Korean meal can order the Gaksi Set Meal, while groups can order larger bossam platters such as kimchi bossam, cabbage bossam or half-and-half bossam. The restaurant is known for its generous side-dish spread and busy atmosphere, and it can become crowded during lunch and dinner.
WHAT LOCALS SAY
Reviews consistently highlight the tender, moist texture of the pork, the quality of the kimchi and the generous side dishes. The restaurant's bossam is generally described as soft and well-cooked, while the kimchi provides a strong contrast to the mild pork. Some reviews also specifically mention the combination of fresh lettuce and blanched cabbage as a good way to wrap and eat the pork. The Gaksi Set Meal is particularly notable for its value. Recent reviews mention the substantial amount of food for the price, including bossam, several side dishes and kimchi stew. The restaurant's popularity also means that waiting can be part of the experience, particularly around lunchtime. At the same time, some reviews note that the restaurant has become somewhat more expensive over time, so it is better described as good value for the portion and overall meal rather than simply a cheap restaurant.
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11AM–10PM
3PM–4:30PM
OPEN DAILY
₩11,000–₩40,000 / serving
Gaksi Bossam is within walking distance of Hapjeong Station and is particularly suitable for visitors who want to try bossam without committing to a large group-sized order. The Gaksi Set Meal is the easiest option for a first-time visitor or solo diner. Lunch and dinner operate as separate service periods, with a 15:00–16:30 break. Recent listings show the restaurant closing at 22:00. Because the restaurant is popular, arriving early or allowing extra time for a wait is recommended. Parking information exists in older and current listings, but visitors should verify the current parking conditions before relying on it.
서울 마포구 성지길 25 1층25 Seongji-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul
+82-2-333-8786
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