Best Jongno Bossam Restaurant with Warm Vibes
If youβre exploring Jongno and want a comforting Korean meal, this Jongno Bossam Restaurant
β Sonjeong Bossam β is such a great spot π
Close to Jonggak Station and Cheonggyecheon, easy for both locals and tourists to drop by, especially after work.
We were two people and ordered the Kimchi Bossam (Small, Gaburi cut).
Lots of office workers here β definitely a popular weekday dinner spot.
Bossam = boiled pork slices wrapped with kimchi or veggies. Simple but irresistible π½οΈπ
This Jongno Bossam Restaurant also feels very local, which I personally love π
Sonjeong Bossam Jongno Exterior
Warm lighting and a cozy entrance β the kind of place you trust instantly when hunting for a good Jongno Bossam Restaurant π§‘
Easy location near Jonggak Station and Cheonggyecheon!
Itβs right by the famous bossam alley in Jongno, where many pork restaurants are gathered
β and this one felt like the most popular spot of the street πβ¨
Classic Side Dishes for Bossam
Kimchi, salted shrimp, and sauces β all essential for enjoying bossam in the most authentic Korean way.
They make every bite more balanced and satisfying πβ¨
The salted shrimp helps balance the richness of pork, and the kimchi brings that satisfying spicy crunch.
Itβs the kind of setup that makes you excited for the main dish before it even arrives, every time π€π
Tender Gaburi Pork Bossam π
Thin slices topped with garlic and spicy radish β absolutely beautiful.
Gaburi (κ°λΈλ¦¬μ΄) is a premium pork shoulder cut with the perfect balance of fat and lean meat, which creates a juicy texture without greasiness.
Only a small amount comes from each pig, so it feels special every time β¨
We took one bite and instantly went βWOW.β No smell, just pure melt-in-your-mouth goodness π€€π
Wrapping it in lettuce with garlic and a little bit of ssamjang?
Thatβs the kind of bite that makes you forget everything else for a second π₯Ήβ¨
Honestly, we finished it faster than expected because it was so easy to eat.
Seafood for Kalguksu Happiness
Look at this huge crab, mussels, vegetables, and fresh noodles!
Seeing them all together builds up excitement because you already know the broth is going to be incredible π₯
This is the fun part of Korean dining β cooking together, sharing the anticipation, and enjoying the moment from start to finish.
It feels like a mini hot pot experience β you cook it yourself, watch the seafood open up, and enjoy the change in aroma.
Sharing these steps with friends makes the meal feel like a small celebration ππ¦
Seafood Kalguksu Cooking Time πβ¨
We boiled the seafood first for about 3 minutes so the ocean flavors fully melt into the broth.
Then we added the noodles β the moment everything comes alive.
Watching the long noodles slide into the pot feels oddly satisfying, like youβre unlocking the final chapter of the meal ππ
The broth becomes richer with every bubble, filling the air with a warm aroma that feels like a hug π
As the noodles soften and swirl around the crab and mussels, everything blends into one comforting bowl of happiness.
The steam fogs up your glasses for a second β and somehow that makes it even cozier.
This is the kind of comfort food that makes you think : Yeahβ¦ Iβm definitely coming back here. πβ¨
Final Thoughts π½οΈβ¨
Sonjeong Bossam is a reliable Jongno spot for delicious comfort food. Tender bossam + seafood kalguksu = best combo.
Iβd absolutely come back, especially for a weekday dinner with coworkers or friends
β cozy, filling, and honestly just what you need after a long day πβ¨
After dinner here, we stopped by a cozy dessert spot in Jongno β check out the full cafΓ© review β¨
https://0ddungs.kr/jongno-canele-cafe-gyeol-seoul/
π Address (English)
1F, 24 Samil-daero 15-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Just a short walk from Jonggak Station (Line 1), near Cheonggyecheon Stream π
