Yakitore Ren
야키토리렌
About
Authentic Japanese yakitori bar in Bangi-dong Food Alley serving charcoal-grilled chicken skewers, cold draft beer, and Izakaya sides.
Tucked away on the second floor of Bangi-dong Food Street, Yakitori Ren channels the focused intimacy of a Tokyo kushiyaki den. Counter seating gives patrons a front-row view of skewers sizzling over the grill, alongside neatly spaced dining tables tailored for relaxed conversations. Given its popularity and the evening waitlists, reserving a spot via CatchTable or Naver is the smartest route in. The kitchen excels at charcoal-grilled poultry, where timing and technique take center stage. Because skewers are grilled to order, regulars advise getting an expansive initial order in early. The signature recommendations provide a reliable roadmap: *negima* skewers alternate succulent chicken thigh with tender, caramelized scallions; *sasami* (tender chicken breast) arrives delicately dressed with a spicy, citrus-scented yuzu condiment; and *tebasaki* (crispy-skinned wings) comes seasoned with bright citrus salt. Rich, skewered *tsukune* meatballs are another crowd favorite, while single-cut *momo* (thigh) delivers pure char and tenderness that naturally calls for a frosty draft beer or a highball. Ren’s menu reaches well beyond the grill, making it as suitable for a full dinner as it is for a late-night second round. Begin with the velvety potato salad served alongside cookies, or start with crisp raw cabbage before digging into comforting sides. The golden hamkatsu offers a satisfying crunch, grilled cheese skewers arrive drizzled with sweetened condensed milk for a salty-sweet pull, and chicken gyoza sports deeply crisped, lacy bottoms. For a warming finish, the gentle, savory broth of pollock roe (*myeongran*) ochazuke rounds out the richness of the skewers. With a beverage list spanning sake, highballs, and Japanese soda options like sweet melon soda, Yakitori Ren keeps Songpa diners returning for an authentic, charcoal-scented izakaya ritual.
Menu
- Chicken Thigh and Scallion Skewer₩4,000
- Chicken Tenderloin Skewer₩3,500
- Chicken Wing Skewer₩4,000
- 소리레스₩4,000
- Potato Salad₩10,000
- 세세리₩4,000
- Tsukune (Chicken Meatball)₩5,500
- 다리살카라아게₩13,000
- 오이다타키₩7,000
- 무네₩3,500
- 테바모토₩4,000
Local tips
- Reserve ahead via CatchTable or Naver Reservation as walk-ins frequently face waits.
- Yakitori skewers take time to grill over charcoal, so place additional orders early.
- Closed on Sundays and Mondays; last order is at 22:50.
Details
- Jamsil Station
Opening hours
- Sunday
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- Monday
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- Tuesday
- 17:00–23:00
- Wednesday
- 17:00–23:00
- Thursday
- 17:00–23:00
- Friday
- 17:00–23:00
- Saturday
- 17:00–23:00