Gaeseong House
개성집
About
Operating 24/7 since the 1980s near Sinnonhyeon Station, this legendary spot serves high-quality hand-sliced frozen pork belly with complimentary soft tofu stew and seasoned crab.
Operating continuously since the 1980s, Gaeseongjip anchors the Kyobo Tower intersection right outside Sinnonhyeon Station’s Exit 3. Open 24 hours a day with rare on-site valet parking in Gangnam, this veteran dining hall features a spacious interior with generous table gaps, making it a reliable destination for company dinners, casual meetups, or late-night cravings. The house specialty is frozen pork belly (*naengsam*), prepared with domestic pork (*handon*) that is specifically frozen so it can be hand-sliced thin. The meat displays a fresh hue and a balanced ratio of lean meat to fat, distinct from lower-tier frozen varieties. Laid across the hot flat griddle, the thin slices crisp up within moments. Tables can request salt and black pepper, though the pork develops ample savory depth on its own. It pairs naturally with scallion salad (*pachae*), ssam greens, or a dip in sesame oil. What sets Gaeseongjip apart is its banchan spread. Alongside nostalgic cabbage slaw tossed in mayonnaise and ketchup, kimchi, and *dongchimi*, the house serves seasoned raw crab (*yangnyeom gejang*). The pungent, spicy marinade of the crab doubles as an unconventional, punchy dipping sauce for the hot pork. Every table also receives a complimentary earthenware pot of spicy *sundubu jjigae* (soft tofu stew), loaded with pork chunks and soft curd, which cuts neatly through the richness of the rendered fat. Additional sides can be replenished at the self-service bar. To close out the meal, diners routinely order a tart bowl of cold *mul-naengmyeon* topped with crisp cucumbers to reset the palate, alongside a skillet of kimchi fried rice (*bokkeumbap*). Scraping up the crisped rice edges mixed with residual pork pieces provides a classic finish. By pairing quick-searing domestic pork with unexpectedly generous side dishes around the clock, Gaeseongjip maintains its four-decade reputation as an essential Gangnam fixture.
Menu
- Frozen Pork Belly₩19,000
- Fried Rice
- Cold Noodles
- Pork Neck₩19,000
- Gochujang-marinated Pork Belly₩19,000
- Marinated Pork Ribs₩19,000
- 한우버섯불고기₩20,000
- Beef Brisket₩30,000
- 육회한우₩35,000
- 김치두루치기 (점심메뉴)₩11,000
- 돼지불백 (점심메뉴)₩11,000
- 가자미구이 (점심메뉴)₩10,000
Local tips
- Open 24 hours year-round, making it ideal for late-night dining or post-drinks meals.
- Valet parking is available right in front of the restaurant entrance.
- Dip the grilled frozen pork belly directly into the sweet and spicy crab marinade for a flavorful combo.
- The complimentary spicy soft tofu stew comes generously loaded with tofu and pork.
- Evening peak hours can get crowded with office gatherings; visit earlier to avoid a wait.
Details
- Sinnonhyeon Station
Opening hours
- Sunday
- 00:00–23:00
- Monday
- 00:00–23:00
- Tuesday
- 00:00–23:00
- Wednesday
- 00:00–23:00
- Thursday
- 00:00–23:00
- Friday
- 00:00–23:00
- Saturday
- 00:00–23:00