Pochai Jamsil Main Branch
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About
Spacious basement Vietnamese eatery in Jamsil known for deep, clean pho broths and wok-fried nasi goreng, popular among local office workers.
Tucked into the basement of the Yejeon Building near Jamsil Station, Pho Chai operates as a dependable sanctuary for nearby office workers and longtime regulars. Descending from the street reveals an unexpectedly expansive dining room with generously spaced tables, ensuring a comfortable, conversational environment even during peak lunch rushes. Orders are placed via touchscreens, and a self-service station lets diners stock up on pickled radish, sliced onions, and fiery cheongyang peppers to customize each dish. The kitchen anchors its menu on a well-balanced brisket and flank pho (*chadol yangji ssalguksu*). Served alongside cold jasmine tea and generous handfuls of fresh bean sprouts, the broth strikes a clean, deeply steeped profile without overwhelming spice aromas, making it accessible to newcomers while keeping regulars hooked. The soup is popular enough to sell out during rainy afternoons or late lunch runs, and even arrives as a complimentary side bowl with stir-fried orders. Beyond the signature noodles, the wok-fired dishes draw equal praise. The nasi goreng balances a faint smoky char with squid, shrimp, and sweet corn, topped with a glossy, runny fried egg that enriches the lightly seasoned grains. For a noodle-based alternative, the pad thai avoids cloying sweetness, delivering chewy rice noodles tossed with ingredients that hold their distinct textures. Crisp fried cha gio with tender fillings round out the meal, and those sneaking a quiet midday indulgence can spot a tongue-in-cheek "one-bite beer" on the kiosk menu. Operating with swift turnover and an unassuming neighborhood poise, Pho Chai remains a trusted Songpa staple for midday sustenance.
Menu
- Brisket Pho
- Nasi Goreng₩12,500
- Pad Thai
- 월남쌈 2인세트₩35,000
- A세트(깐풍기)₩35,000
- 퓨전깐풍기₩22,000
- 스위트 칠리새우₩28,000
- 해산물핏타이₩12,500
- 직화돼지볶음밥₩11,500
- Pineapple Fried Rice₩12,500
- 갈릭치킨볶음밥₩11,500
- 해산물칠라면₩12,500
Local tips
- Order quickly at the self-service kiosk upon arrival.
- Visit early during weekday lunch as popular items like pho broth can sell out.
- Grab extra pickled onions, yellow radish, and spicy peppers from the self-bar.
Details
- Jamsil Station
Opening hours
- Sunday
- —
- Monday
- 11:00–21:00
- Tuesday
- 11:00–21:00
- Wednesday
- 11:00–21:00
- Thursday
- 11:00–21:00
- Friday
- 11:00–21:00
- Saturday
- 11:00–16:00