Ari Valley Isu Station Branch
아리계곡 이수역점
About
Korean fusion pub near Isu Station offering creative drinking bites like duck wraps and spicy chicken hot pot in a valley-themed space.
Tucked into an alleyway just off Isu Station in Dongjak, Ari Gyegok crafts an atmosphere reminiscent of a rustic valley retreat, subtly accented by rows of displayed *damgeumju* (house-steeped medicinal fruit liquors) and softly lit, partitioned seating. Operating late into the night, this Korean fusion *yorijujeom* caters naturally to lively group gatherings and evening second rounds, complete with QR-code ordering and private semi-room enclaves for up to twenty guests. The menu reinterprets traditional tavern fare with distinct textural contrasts. Center stage belongs to the *jinheuk ori jeonbyeong* (clay-style roast duck wraps), presenting roughly half a whole duck coated in a savory, earth-toned mustard sauce. Its crispy, rendered exterior yields to tender, juicy meat meant to be shredded and wrapped inside shatteringly crisp fried dumpling wrappers, balanced by crunchy cabbage and lettuce shreds. For lingering tables, the duck pairs in sets with bubbling hot pots. The *eolkeun haejang dak-jeongol* (spicy hangover chicken stew) arrives deep red and pungent, boiling down over the tabletop burner until its broth thickens into the rich, garlicky profile of a hearty *yukgaejang*, readily absorbing additions like thick udon or crispy *nurungji* (scorched rice). Beyond large-format sharing dishes, playful drinking snacks round out the offerings. The *bbogeul* cheese potato pancake layers finely shredded, pan-fried potato cakes beneath a velvety blanket of mashed potato mousse, melted cheddar, and sweet corn kernels, balancing crunch with creaminess. To cut through the richness, diners rotate in chilled sides like black sesame-dressed cucumber. The beverage lineup mirrors the food's traditional footing, pouring everything from distilled spirits and cloudy *makgeolli* to fruit-forward highballs flavored with omija and watermelon bokbunja.
Menu
- Roast Duck Wrap with Crispy Dumpling Skins₩19,900
- Spicy Hangover Chicken Hot Pot
- Original Chicken Hot Pot₩22,900
- Cheesy Potato Pancake₩18,900
- 꽈리고추닭목살볶음₩11,900
- 뚝배기치즈불닭₩23,900
- 흑임자오이무침₩7,900
- 누룽지아귀간육회₩22,900
- 산오리도토리묵₩18,900
- 닭발기름떡볶이₩14,900
- 소곱창순두부전골₩23,900
- 계곡불닭볶음₩22,900
Local tips
- Book in advance via Naver to snag coupon perks like complimentary ice cream.
- Order conveniently at the table using the QR code system.
- Try the 2-person duck set to sample both the duck wrap and chicken hot pot together.
Details
- Isu Station
Opening hours
- Sunday
- 16:30–02:00
- Monday
- 16:30–02:00
- Tuesday
- 16:30–02:00
- Wednesday
- 16:30–02:00
- Thursday
- 16:30–02:00
- Friday
- 16:30–03:00
- Saturday
- 16:30–03:00