Taereung Wang Galbi
태릉왕갈비
About
A spacious, old-fashioned grill serving pork galbi marinated in aged yukjang, with parking and outdoor seating.
The pork galbi here is marinated in aged yukjang (육장), a soaked marinade that, according to local accounts, works its way into the meat rather than sitting on the surface. It is the order mentioned most often: expect a rich, sweet-leaning seasoning, though diners disagree on whether the meat is always tender. The menu lists pork galbi in two versions; the domestic-pork listing describes a serving that combines rib and shoulder cuts. If you want beef, the menu also has beef king galbi, seasoned beef ribs and brisket. Settle in for a meat-heavy meal, with pickled scallion seasoned with sesame oil among the accompaniments praised by visitors. Galbitang and two styles of Hamheung naengmyeon are also on the menu; the cold noodles draw mixed reactions, so they are a less certain bet than the galbi. The room has a spacious, old-fashioned, everyday feel, and there is outdoor seating for warmer evenings. Families, hiking groups coming from nearby Bulamsan and larger gatherings all fit the setting. Taereung Wang Galbi is open daily from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Parking is available on site, with blog accounts describing a large lot that can accommodate tour buses. One account reports no break time or last order, but check directly if you are arriving late. Reservations are reportedly accepted, though at least one diner says theirs was missed, so confirm rather than assuming a booking is set. The restaurant is tagged as pet-friendly, but a recent review disputes that, so call ahead before bringing a dog. Come for marinated ribs and an easy group meal, not a guaranteed fine-grained meat experience: some diners find the sauce too sweet or the meat tough, and opinions on the sides are mixed.
Menu
- 돼지갈비(갈비:국내산/목살:호주산등)₩18,000
- 돼지갈비(국내산), 돼지갈비는 <갈비+목살>로 제공됩니다 :)₩21,000
- 소생왕갈비 (미국산*호주산 등 250g)₩38,000
- 소양념왕갈비 (미국산*호주산 등 250g)₩36,000
- 소갈비본살 (미국산*호주산 등 180g)₩36,000
- 차돌박이 (국내산한우 180g)₩29,000
- 육사시미 (국내산한우 180g)₩26,000
- 육회 (국내산한우 180g)₩26,000
- 삼겹살 (국내산 180g)₩21,000
- 갈비탕 (미국산*호주산 등)₩14,000
- 차돌된장찌게 (국내산한우)₩12,000
- Hamhung Cold Broth Noodles₩9,000
- Hamhung Spicy Cold Noodles₩9,000
- Scorched Rice Soup₩5,000
- 된장찌게₩2,000
- 게장추가 (바레인산 등)₩6,000
Local tips
- Order the pork galbi for the dish most often mentioned by diners.
- Check which pork galbi version you are ordering; the menu lists two.
- Call to confirm a reservation, especially for a group.
- Ask ahead before bringing a dog; pet-friendly reports conflict.
- Use the on-site parking, and check directly if arriving late.
Details
Opening hours
- Sunday
- 11:00–22:00
- Monday
- 11:00–22:00
- Tuesday
- 11:00–22:00
- Wednesday
- 11:00–22:00
- Thursday
- 11:00–22:00
- Friday
- 11:00–22:00
- Saturday
- 11:00–22:00