Masang Agujjim Tang
마산아구찜탕
About
Popular neighborhood braised fish restaurant in Munjeong-dong known for generously portioned, deburred agujjim with spicy seasonings.
Tucked away along Saemal-ro in Songpa’s Munjeong-dong, Masan Agujjimtang is a bustling neighborhood staple where tables fill quickly with multi-generational families and evening gatherings. While the kitchen turns out an array of coastal stews and braises—spanning *dongtae-tang* (pollock stew) to seafood combinations—the undeniable focal point is their signature *agujjim* (spicy braised monkfish). Unlike renditions where bean sprouts overshadow the seafood, the platter here arrives piled high with meaty, meticulously cleaned chunks of monkfish trimmed of troublesome bones. Stir-fried with precision, the dish stays notably free of excess watery run-off, allowing the thick red sauce to cling tightly to the thick-cut fish, crisp soybean sprouts, and fragrant *minari* (water dropwort). The kitchen allows diners to calibrate heat levels from non-spicy up to a fiery finish, though the "slightly spicy" tier provides a punchy, Shin Ramyun-level kick that complements the natural sweetness of the seafood. Contrasting textures make each bite compelling: dense fish fillets sit alongside creamy *goni* (soft roe) and strips of chewy, resilient monkfish stomach. Before the main course lands, the table fills with classic comfort sides, including fresh, unfermented *geotjeori* kimchi, sweet-savory stir-fried anchovies, nostalgic mayonnaise-dressed fruit salad, and a clear, meatless *miyeok-guk* (seaweed soup) that delivers a soothing counterweight to the building spice. Savvy diners often fold in a complimentary whole octopus earned via table review promotions, augmenting the protein haul further. While a bowl of steamed white rice is ideal for spooning up the rich red gravy mid-meal, lingering diners know to hold back for the finale. Once the seafood is picked clean, the residual wok sauce returns to the burner to be folded into a savory *bokkeumbap* (fried rice)—available plain or capped with melted cheese—delivering a charred, concentrated punctuation mark to the feast.
Menu
- Braised Spicy Monkfish (Agujjim)₩48,000
- Fried Rice₩3,000
- 갈낙찜 (중)₩65,000
- 낙지찜 (소)₩48,000
- Braised Seafood (Small)₩63,000
- 아구탕 (소)₩48,000
- 동태해물탕 (소)₩45,000
- 대구해물탕 (소)₩50,000
- Pollock Stew₩11,000
- Pollock Offal Stew₩12,000
Local tips
- Choose from mild, slightly spicy (Shin Ramyun level), or spicy spice levels.
- Order the fried rice after finishing the braised fish sauce.
- Street parking in front fits only 1-2 cars; nearby paid lots are recommended.
- Participate in the Naver photo review event for complimentary whole octopus.
Details
- Jangji Station
Opening hours
- Sunday
- 11:00–21:30
- Monday
- —
- Tuesday
- 11:00–21:30
- Wednesday
- 11:00–21:30
- Thursday
- 11:00–21:30
- Friday
- 11:00–21:30
- Saturday
- 11:00–21:30