Janggun Bossam – A Local Bossam Restaurant in Yongsan
Janggun Bossam Yongsan is a local Korean restaurant known for its tender bossam (boiled pork) and generous portions. The restaurant is located in a slightly hidden area between Yongsan Station, Samgakji Station, and Yongsan Park Station, but many locals visit because the food is worth the trip.
When we visited around 6:20 PM, there were already about three teams waiting. Luckily, the turnover was quite fast, so we were able to enter after about 20 minutes of waiting.
Menu at Janggun Bossam Yongsan
The menu at Janggun Bossam is simple and focused mainly on different bossam options. Prices are reasonable, which is one reason why the restaurant is popular with locals.
Because of the good value and generous portions, it’s common to see a short waiting line during dinner time.
Simple Korean Soup Served as a Side
At Janggun Bossam, a light Korean soup is served as a basic side dish with the meal. The broth contains bean sprouts and has a clean, refreshing flavor.
For many Koreans, this kind of soup feels very familiar since it is often served in school meals. It helps balance the rich taste of the pork bossam.
Assorted Bossam at Janggun Bossam Yongsan
The assorted bossam platter comes with generous slices of tender pork, fresh lettuce, napa cabbage, and various side dishes. The combination of pork, kimchi, and vegetables makes each wrap flavorful and satisfying.
The portion size was quite large, and it was more than enough for two people to share comfortably.
Doenjang Stew Served with Rice
When you order rice at Janggun Bossam, a bowl of doenjang stew is served together. The warm soybean paste soup pairs nicely with the rich pork bossam.
It’s a simple but comforting Korean side dish that many locals enjoy with their meal.
🧾 Final thoughts
Janggun Bossam Yongsan is a local Korean restaurant worth visiting if you want to try traditional bossam in Seoul. The tender pork, fresh vegetables, and flavorful kimchi create a great balance, and the portions are generous. Locals also love the place for its reasonable prices, comforting side dishes like soup and doenjang stew, and the satisfying combination of bossam with spicy octopus. Because of these reasons, it’s common to see a short waiting line during dinner time.
📍 Address : 29 Saechang-ro 45-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, South Korea
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🍽 Menu : Assorted Bossam, Pork Bossam, Bossam with Octopus, Rice, Korean Side Dishes
💵 Price : Bossam dishes from about ₩27,000–₩35,000 ($20–$26)
🕒 Hours : 12:00–22:00 (Break time 15:00–18:00) / Closed every Sunday
