Gulsaesang Sincheon Branch
굴세상 신천점
About
Casual neighborhood oyster specialist in Siheung serving hearty soups loaded with fresh Tongyeong oysters and seasonal side dishes.
Tucked along Hohyeon-ro near Sorae Elementary School in Siheung, Gulse-sang Shincheon Branch is a straightforward haven for Korean oyster cookery. Stepping inside, guests find an unpretentious, orderly dining room outfitted with roughly fifteen tables that cater to early-morning diners seeking a cure for the night before, local elders, and lunch gatherings alike. In colder months, welcome warmth arrives immediately via cups of piping-hot steeped water ladled straight from the stove. The kitchen sources fresh Tongyeong oysters, utilizing rapid sub-zero freezing to ensure deep oceanic flavors survive straight through the summer season. Meals arrive bubbling vigorously in crack-resistant earthen *ttukbaegi* bowls designed to retain searing heat through the final spoonful. The crowning staple is *gul maesaeng-iguk*, a soothing stew combining silken sea tangle, plump oysters, and chewy oval rice cake slices (*tteokguk-tteok*) in a rich, mineral broth. For those craving restorative fire, the fiery *gul haejang-guk* and the spicy *gul sundubu*—loaded with soft curd tofu, shrimp, and mushrooms—deliver sharp, briny, sweat-inducing relief. Outside of stews, the menu spans rich oyster pancakes (*gul buchim*), raw oysters in winter, octopus stone-pot bibimbap, and even hearty terrestrial specials like simmered *eomnamu* mung bean chicken soup. The spread of rotating, seasonal banchan functions as an equal draw. Depending on the day, diners are treated to brisk *dongchimi*, braised aged kimchi, fermented chili peppers, and seasoned wild greens that disappear so quickly that empty plates inevitably prompt calls for refills. Parking in front of the restaurant is notoriously tight, accommodating only two to three vehicles, so planning a short walk from a nearby public lot is the wisest course. Whether fighting off a winter chill or recovering from an evening of soju, Gulse-sang anchors the neighborhood with hearty, sea-fresh bowlfuls.
Menu
- Oyster and Fulvescens Soup₩10,000
- Oyster Soft Tofu Stew₩10,000
- Oyster Soup with Rice₩10,000
- Fresh Raw Oysters
- Oyster Hangover Soup₩10,000
- 굴돌솥비빔밥₩12,000
- 굴부침₩15,000
- 굴떡국₩10,000
- 쭈꾸미돌솥비빔밥₩12,000
- 굴매생이부침₩13,000
- Oyster Bossam₩50,000
Local tips
- Parking in front is limited to 2-3 spots; nearby public parking is recommended.
- Popular hangover cure dishes include spicy oyster sundubu and refreshing oyster maesaengi soup.
- Sides change seasonally and are fully refillable.
Details
- Sincheon Station
Opening hours
- Sunday
- 10:30–21:00
- Monday
- 10:30–21:00
- Tuesday
- 10:30–21:00
- Wednesday
- 10:30–21:00
- Thursday
- 10:30–21:00
- Friday
- 10:30–21:00
- Saturday
- 10:30–21:00