Sokcho Kodari Jjim Geumcheon District Office Branch

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A cozy neighborhood spot near Geumcheon-gu Office serving savory braised half-dried pollock with tender dried radish greens and fresh pot-cooked rice.

Tucked into a quiet residential alley off Siheung-daero, a short walk from Geumcheongu Office Station, Sokcho Kodarijim specializes in Gangwon Province–style braised half-dried pollock. The straightforward dining room fills quickly at lunchtime with nearby office workers, local retirees, and solo diners drawn by the wallet-friendly lunch specials and home-style cooking. The defining order is the *siraegi kodarijim* (braised pollock with dried radish greens). Tender strands of rehydrated *siraegi* soak up a thick, crimson sauce that balances subtle sweetness with a peppery kick, infusing deep savor into the flaky, well-structured dried fish. Regulars routinely pay extra to double down on the radish greens, making them the centerpiece of the meal. To build each bite, diners tuck pieces of the braised pollock, savory greens, and crisp bean sprouts into unseasoned sheets of dried laver, letting the fish's sauce serve as the condiment. Freshly steamed *sotbap* (pot rice) arrives hot at the table, perfuming the dining room with toasted grain aromas. Scooping out the fluffy rice to accompany the rich fish leaves a layer of scorched rice stuck to the metal pot. Pouring warm water over the crust creates *sungnyung*, a mild roasted-rice broth that cleanses the palate after the spicy stew. A self-service station allows diners to refill straightforward side dishes like seasoned bean sprouts and macaroni salad. The dining room operates with minimal staff, meaning service can slow during peak lunch hours, making advance phone reservations wise for midday visits. Closed on Saturdays, this unassuming neighborhood standby rewards those seeking unhurried, nourishing comfort food anchored by fish, greens, and hot rice.