Oto Gimbap Jung-gu Branch
오토김밥 중구점
About
A popular grab-and-go and delivery spot near City Hall known for fresh gimbap paired with crispy glazed fried chicken bites.
Tucked into the lower level of the Lotte Castle complex near City Hall and Seodaemun, Otto Gimbap Jung-gu provides a reliable weekday lifeline for nearby office workers. While most traditional bunsik spots pair seaweed rice rolls with tteokbokki or sundae, this kitchen has built a loyal following around a different duo: tightly packed rolls paired with glazed dakgangjeong. The signature combination arrives in split combo boxes, turning a fast lunch into a balanced meal. The rolls themselves run notably large, densely stuffed with raw vegetables rather than fillers. The standout gochu-naegi (wasabi) gimbap layers crisp cucumber, romaine lettuce, yellow pickled radish, fish cake, and egg ribbons, cut through with a sinus-clearing hit of wasabi that can be dipped in soy sauce for added salinity. For a richer bite, the spam gimbap packs thick, savory cuts of meat balanced against refreshing shards of cucumber and fluffy egg, keeping each mouthful remarkably ungreasy. Equally essential is the chicken. Otto’s dakgangjeong skips dark, fatty cuts in favor of lean breast meat, fried until brittle and tossed in a sweet, sticky coating that catches the light. The kitchen scatters freshly sliced cheongyang peppers directly over the nuggets; the sharp heat of the chilis cuts through the sweet glaze, resetting the palate between bites of rice roll. The operation runs briskly from early morning, with a continuous flow of self-service kiosk orders and delivery drivers streaming through the doors. While the modest shopfront accommodates a quick bite, it thrives primarily as a delivery and takeout hub. Nearby desk workers routinely order platters for team lunches, pair the sets with convenience-store cup ramyeon on freezing days, or pack the sturdy combo boxes for springtime picnics along the Cheonggyecheon stream.
Menu
- Wasabi Gimbap₩6,500
- Wasabi Gimbap & Dakgangjeong Combo₩12,000
- Dakgangjeong (Sweet & Crispy Fried Chicken)₩9,000
- 고추냉이콤비₩11,000
- Spam Gimbap₩6,000
- Otto Kimbap₩6,000
- Vegan Kimbap₩7,000
- 스팸콤비₩11,000
- 오토콤비₩11,000
- 명란마요 오니기리₩4,000
Local tips
- Order via the self-service kiosk when dining in or picking up.
- Try the combo sets pairing gimbap with sweet, crispy dakgangjeong.
- Pair the spicy green chili peppers with the fried chicken to cut through sweetness.
Details
- City Hall Station
Opening hours
- Sunday
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- Monday
- 08:00–20:30
- Tuesday
- 08:00–20:30
- Wednesday
- 08:00–20:30
- Thursday
- 08:00–20:30
- Friday
- 08:00–20:30
- Saturday
- 08:00–20:30