Woorim House
우림집
About
A long-running Mapo staple since 1988 serving mildly seasoned charcoal-grilled pork ribs accompanied by spicy marinated crab and complimentary cold dongchimi noodles.
Tucked away near Mapo Station in Yonggang-dong, Urimjib has held its ground since 1988 in a neighborhood famous for heavyweight barbecue institutions. While nearby giants draw long tourist lines, this two-story stalwart remains the unpretentious choice for neighborhood regulars and office teams seeking steady charcoal-grilled meats without the chaos. The centerpiece is the seasoned pork ribs (*dwaeji-galbi*). Unlike heavily glazed variations that burn on contact, Urimjib’s marinade strikes a delicate, restrained balance of sweetness that lets the natural tenderness of the domestic pork shine. Cooks even accommodate preferences, asking whether you want bone-in cuts or easier-to-grill boneless portions. Attentive staff frequently swap out blackened grates without prompting, making the grilling process manageable over the glowing coals. For a different texture, the pork jowl (*hangjeongsal*) delivers a crisp, succulent snap with rich marbling, while Hanwoo beef cuts round out the menu for celebratory company dinners. Generosity defines the table setting. Alongside sesame-scented *cheongpomuk* (mung bean jelly), shredded cabbage tossed in savory soy sauce, and crisp ssam vegetables, every table receives sweet-and-spicy *yangnyeom gejang* (raw marinated crab) and a bubbling earthenware pot of complimentary *doenjang jjigae*. The crab’s punchy sauce begs for a bowl of white rice before the meat even finishes cooking. The meal closes with a classic local tradition: a complimentary bowl of icy *yeolmu dongchimi guksu*. Floating with tangy radish greens, the tart, chilled broth instantly cuts through the smokiness of the pork and resets the palate, followed by a final, soothing sip of sweet *sikhye* (rice punch). With zero afternoon break time, it operates seamlessly from early lunch through late evening drinks, offering classic Seoul barbecue hospitality grounded in decades of quiet neighborhood trust.
Menu
- Marinated Pork Ribs₩19,000
- Korean Beef Jumulleok₩48,000
- Pork Jowl₩22,000
- Pork Belly₩20,000
- Hanwoo Fresh Sirloin₩48,000
- Pork Skirt Meat₩21,000
- Soybean Paste Stew₩2,000
Local tips
- Complimentary yeolmu dongchimi noodles and doenjang jjigae are served with your meal.
- Free 1.5-hour parking is available at the nearby Yeomni Public Parking Lot.
- There is no afternoon break time, making it ideal for late lunches or day drinking.
- When ordering pork ribs, you can request portions with or without bone.
Details
- Mapo Station
Opening hours
- Sunday
- 11:30–22:00
- Monday
- 11:30–22:00
- Tuesday
- 11:30–22:00
- Wednesday
- 11:30–22:00
- Thursday
- 11:30–22:00
- Friday
- 11:30–22:00
- Saturday
- 11:30–22:00