Ppulnan Hwangso Gopchang Hongdae Branch
뿔난황소곱창 홍대점
About
Spacious Hongdae tripe restaurant serving pre-grilled Hanwoo gopchang, makchang, and mixed platters packed with savory richness and no gamey odor.
Tucked along the backstreets of Mapo just a short walk from Hongik University Station’s Exit 7, Bbullnan Hwangso Gopchang offers a straightforward, spacious haven for late-afternoon and late-night offal cravings. Unlike the cramped, narrow drinking dens common across Hongdae, the dining room is refreshingly airy, fitted with well-spaced circular metal tables, overhead exhaust hoods, and window-side seating that easily accommodates casual after-work gatherings and boisterous group dinners. The specialty here centers on *hanwoo gopchang* (Korean beef small intestines), *makchang* (abomasum), and *daechang* (large intestines), praised consistently for their clean preparation and distinct absence of off-putting odors. For first-time visitors, the *gopchang modeum* (assorted platter) is the standard gateway, arriving pre-seared from the kitchen to minimize cooking time at the table. The hot iron grill arrives piled high: crisped tubes of *gopchang* bursting with rich, creamy, tightly packed *gob*; firm and bouncy *makchang* with a satisfying chew; luscious *daechang*; thinly sliced *usamgyeop* (beef brisket); and slices of heart. As the meats sizzle, their rendered fat fries a surrounding bed of accompaniments, crisping up chewy rice cakes, sliced potatoes or sweet potatoes, fresh chives, king oyster mushrooms, and kimchi. While the skillet finishes cooking, patrons warm up with complimentary starters—either a piping-hot, tart kimchi stew or kimchi ramen—alongside side dishes like pickled onions, radish, sesame-slicked chives, and a zesty pickled chili dipping sauce cut to slice through the richness. Pairing bites of crispy, fat-rendered offal with cold rounds of *somaek* captures the unpretentious rhythm of the room. Diners round out the meal by tossing rice and melted cheese onto the seasoned remnants of the pan for cheese bokkeumbap, letting the bottom layer crisp against the lingering savory oils.
Menu
- Assorted Beef Tripe Platter₩23,000
- Hanwoo Beef Small Intestines₩23,000
- Beef Abomasum₩22,000
- Beef Large Intestines₩22,000
- Beef Tripe₩24,000
- Beef Brisket₩12,000
- Chicken Heart Skewer₩12,000
Local tips
- Reserve ahead via Naver Booking if visiting with groups.
- Order the Gopchang Modeum to sample gopchang, daechang, makchang, and beef brisket together.
- Meat arrives pre-grilled, minimizing cook time at the table.
Details
- Hongik University Station
Opening hours
- Sunday
- 16:00–22:00
- Monday
- —
- Tuesday
- 16:00–23:00
- Wednesday
- 16:00–23:00
- Thursday
- 16:00–23:00
- Friday
- 16:00–23:00
- Saturday
- 16:00–23:00