Tangsu-yuk Pocha Haengsin Main Branch
탕수육포차 행신본점
About
Retro pocha pub in Haengsin-dong serving crispy, chewy sweet-and-sour pork with casual drinking bites.
Tucked away near the Garamae intersection in Goyang’s Haengsin-dong, Tangsuyuk Pocha blends the energy of a retro drinking tent with the comforts of a neighborhood Chinese watering hole. The cozy, low-lit interior—anchored by six to eight tables beneath glowing lights—draws an evening mix of younger patrons and longtime locals heading out for a second round of drinks. The undisputed centerpiece is the tangsuyuk, fried fresh to order. Thick slices of domestic pork sirloin are enveloped in a glutinous rice batter, yielding a distinct, audible crunch on the outside paired with a chewy, chewy-tender core. While the sweet-and-sour dipping sauce strikes a balanced tang without tipping into sugary cloyingness, a dusting of simple salt and black pepper proves equally enticing alongside a cold Harbin or Tsingtao. Diners should note the portion sizing: the small order contains roughly ten bite-sized pieces, making it better suited as light bar food rather than a standalone dinner. Larger parties or hungrier groups typically step up to the medium or large platters, or diversify across the kitchen’s spicy, mad (michin), and kkanpung variations. Beyond the namesake pork, the food menu acts as a versatile pocha catchall. Spiced boneless chicken feet paired with hand-rolled seaweed rice balls deliver late-night heat, while comforting, eggy French toast provides a surprisingly addictive, sweet finale for extended drinking sessions. Service leans casual, with self-serve stations stocked with pickled yellow radish, soy sauce, and crunchy macaroni snacks, plus crispy fried fish jerky often making an appearance as a table service perk. Open late into the night, it functions best as a lively, unpretentious retreat where fried pork and liquor outshine conventional restaurant rituals.
Menu
- Signature Sweet and Sour Pork₩12,000
- 파탕수육 (소)₩13,000
- 매콤탕수육 (소)₩11,500
- 미친탕수육 (소)₩11,500
- 깐풍탕수육 (소)₩12,000
- 마늘탕수육 (소)₩13,000
- 반반탕수육(대표+깐풍)₩20,000
- Seafood Spicy Shrimp Soup₩18,000
- Nagasaki Champon Hot Pot₩18,000
Local tips
- Great as a casual second-round drinking spot late into the night.
- Order the larger size if visiting hungry, as smaller portions can run light.
- Water, pickled radish, and soy sauce are self-service.
- Check for Naver review events to receive free deep-fried filefish snack (jwipo).
Details
Opening hours
- Sunday
- —
- Monday
- 17:00–02:00
- Tuesday
- 17:00–02:00
- Wednesday
- 17:00–02:00
- Thursday
- 17:00–02:00
- Friday
- 17:00–02:00
- Saturday
- 17:00–02:00