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꼭이집
About
A Bucheon Okgil-dong barbecue spot known for hand-cut fresh galbi and garlic-marinated beef, with mixed grill sets alongside Korean sides and stews.
꼭이집, the Bucheon Ok-gil main branch, makes its case with beef ribs cut and prepared for the grill rather than sliced by machine. The signature po-galbi—fresh, butterflied beef rib—arrives with its grain visible and a scattering of coarse salt. On the charcoal, it sizzles quickly; eaten with just a little salt, it offers the clean, savory flavor of the beef, while a well-timed bite brings a burst of juice. This is a place for watching the grill and eating while the meat is hot. For a broader tasting, order the assorted set: po-galbi, Andong-style garlic-marinated ribs, seasoned beef brisket, and steamed egg. The garlic ribs bring a sweeter, more savory counterpoint to the fresh beef, and the brisket adds another texture to the spread. The menu also includes 깍뚝꽃살, a cubed beef cut that one regular singled out, alongside beef tartare and meals such as cold noodles and 청된장술밥, a hearty soybean-paste-and-cheonggukjang rice dish. The latter earned an emphatic recommendation from a diner who called it a must-order. The banchan are part of the meal’s rhythm: one visitor praised the scallion kimchi and white kimchi, while another described onion pickle and fresh lettuce salad with the meat. A basil sauce, salt, and ssamjang give each bite a different direction; the basil sauce was a particular favorite. There’s also a self-serve bar for replenishing side dishes. Expect the straightforward feel of a neighborhood Korean barbecue restaurant, with round metal tables rather than a hushed dining room. One account describes a compact space of roughly eight tables, snug enough to feel cozy when busy. 꼭이집’s appeal is in that unceremonious setup: charcoal, well-seasoned accompaniments, and several beef cuts to work through at your own pace.
Menu
- Mixed Grill Set₩45,000
- Cheongdoenjang Rice Stew₩7,000
- Fresh Galbi₩15,000
- Andong-Style Garlic Galbi₩15,000
- Diced Flower Steak₩25,000
- Seasoned Beef Brisket₩16,000
- Cube-cut Flower Steak₩26,000
- Cold Broth Noodles₩6,500
- Spicy Cold Noodles₩6,500
Local tips
- Call ahead for reservations; the blog reports booking is available only until 6:30 pm on weekdays and 5 pm on weekends.
- Weekend dinner may have a wait.
- Parking is available at Okgil Parking Tower across the main road; one source reports a two-hour ticket per table.
Details
Opening hours
- Sunday
- 15:00–01:00
- Monday
- 15:00–01:00
- Tuesday
- 15:00–01:00
- Wednesday
- 15:00–01:00
- Thursday
- 15:00–01:00
- Friday
- 15:00–01:00
- Saturday
- 15:00–01:00