Yurimok
유림옥
About
Retro Sindang-dong eatery known for spicy webfoot octopus and pork belly cooked together on seasoned heavy stone plates.
Tucked on the second floor of a commercial building right outside Sindang Station Exit 9, Yurim-ok is a classic, no-nonsense nori-po hidden behind an unassuming doorway. Inside, the spacious dining room stretches into private rooms, accommodating lively lunchtime office workers and evening gatherings over heavy, seasoned stone slabs that show years of hard cooking. The undisputed centerpiece here is the *jjukkumi samdol-gui*, a combination of thick pork belly and plump, fresh webfoot octopus sourced from Jindo. The ritual begins by rendering the pork belly directly onto the scorching stone pan. Once the pork crisps and releases its rich fat, fresh octopus coated in a vibrant crimson seasoning hits the center of the plate. As the spicy aroma fills the air—frequently prompting a chorus of sneezes across the room before the staff opens the windows—the sauce thickens into a glossy, concentrated glaze rather than a watery broth. The heat hits around the level of Shin Ramyun: a balanced sweet-spicy kick with deep savoriness. Wrap a tender tentacle with pork, sliced scallions, and raw garlic inside steamed cabbage leaves or crisp lettuce. For relief against the simmering spice, tables are supplied with homestyle side dishes, bean sprouts, and a complimentary bowl of steamed egg (*gyeranjjim*). Do not overlook the stone-pot rice (*dolsotbap*). It must be requested early because it takes time to steam, but the glossy, chewy white grains are essential. Savvy diners order extra portions immediately, setting aside rice to build their own self-fried rice directly on the hot stone slab once the octopus and pork are finished. While the busy staff tends toward brisk and cynical efficiency, the sizzle of the stone griddle and the punchy seafood seasoning ensure every table stays packed.
Menu
- Stone-Plate Grilled Spicy Octopus & Pork Belly₩30,000
- Hot Stone Pot Rice₩3,000
- 옻닭(토종산닭)₩100,000
- 옻오리(산오리)₩100,000
- 닭백숙(토종산닭)₩100,000
- Soybean Paste Stew₩10,000
- Kimchi Stew₩10,000
- Soybean Pulp Stew₩10,000
- 쭈꾸미돌판구이₩15,000
- 삼겹살(1인)₩15,000
- 생오리구이₩90,000
Local tips
- Order dolsot-bap (stone pot rice) right away at the start since it takes time to prepare and is needed for self-fried rice.
- Cook pork belly first to release flavorful fat on the stone plate before adding the fresh octopus.
- The restaurant is located on the second floor; look for the main road entrance near Sindang Station exit 9 or the rear stairs.
- Single-diner lunch menus are only available after 1:00 PM during peak hours.
Details
- Sindang Station
Opening hours
- Sunday
- —
- Monday
- 10:00–22:00
- Tuesday
- 10:00–22:00
- Wednesday
- 10:00–22:00
- Thursday
- 10:00–22:00
- Friday
- 10:00–22:00
- Saturday
- 10:00–22:00