Shin Kimchi Samgyeobsal — Restaurant in Seoul

Way overdue review because we can't travel right now and I'm reminiscing.

This was a random find that turned out to be an absolute gem.

Photos from 2017, 2018 and 2019.

The pork belly was good. Kimchi was amazing and the fried rice at the end was what sealed the deal for us.

If you can't tell, we're tourists with a very rudimentary grasp of the language. When we visited, the staff were wary (likely due to language barrier) but not rude and tried their best to be helpful.

They had an English menu on our last visit. So I guess it's tourist-friendlier now.

Definitely avoid meal times, the wait can be really long. Also be prepared to smell like bbq afterwards. The old space in front of the station exit was definitely better in terms of ventilation compared to the new...

This is the BEST samgyupsal you can get in Seoul. Bar none. I dare you to find one better. And if you do.... Let me know.

The cuts of meat are excellent, and the angled grill ensures that the grease flows down and cooks the kimchi which is absolutely delicious. The bean sprouts are perfectly marinated, and altogether makes for a delicious delicious meal.

If you have a chance to go here.... I can't recommend it enough. It's subtle.... But...

One of the best Pork BBQ I have been to and the Kimchi was soaking in Pork Belly fat while it cooks which elevated the Kimchi's, staff were also great and friendly. Highly recommended.

P.S. not a tourist spot, very...