Top 5 Bosam Picks
- The rough-cut charm of Hwanggeum-dong, Gwangju — 'Gwangju Bosam (광주보쌈)'
- Authentic oyster bosam you can enjoy in Euljiro — 'Incheon Jip (인천집)'
- 'Gulttase (굴따세)' in Anyang — open only through April
- Bosam made from gabrisal? 'Jinsun Bosam (진선보쌈)' in Seongnam
- Richer flavor from a special bosam kimchi — 'Hoegi Wang Jokbal Bosam (회기왕족발보쌈)' in Hoegi-dong, Seoul
A steaming plate of suyuk (boiled pork) brings instant warmth to the table. Bosam is a humble, generous dish: tender, gently simmered pork wrapped with kimchi, garlic and leafy greens. When the pork’s clean, savory notes meet bright, well-fermented kimchi, you can’t help but reach for another wrap. It’s one of those meals that only gets better shared — so here are five spots where bosam truly shines.
Rough-cut charm: 'Gwangju Bosam (광주보쌈)' in Hwanggeum-dong, Gwangju
'Gwangju Bosam' on Chungjang-ro in Gwangju is beloved for straightforward, no-frills cooking that feels sincere. Their single offering, bosam, uses pork front leg simmered with garlic, salt and rice wine. Thick, rustic slices come with the rind attached, giving you a satisfying mix of textures. The kimchi skips salted seafood and leans on red pepper powder, with salted apple and ginseng adding a subtle, pleasant sweetness without any heaviness.
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- ✔위치
29-5 Seoseok-ro, Dong-gu, Gwangju
- ✔영업시간
Daily 12:00 – 22:00; closed Wednesdays; closes early when ingredients sell out
- ✔가격
Bosam 30,000 KRW (≈ $22.50)
Authentic oyster bosam in Euljiro: 'Incheon Jip (인천집)'
Despite the name, 'Incheon Jip' sits in Euljiro, not Incheon. This 50-year institution is famous for oyster bosam — the unofficial rule here is to order the pork-and-oyster bosam, then finish with clam kalguksu (handmade noodle soup). Chunky, roughly sliced pork paired with fresh oysters and kimchi is a match made in heaven.
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- ▲위치
36 Dadong-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
- ▲영업시간
Mon–Fri 10:30–23:00; Sat 11:00–21:00; closed Sundays
- ▲메뉴
Pork & oyster bosam (medium) 50,000 KRW (≈ $37.50) / Clam kalguksu 10,000 KRW (≈ $7.50)
Open only through April: 'Gulttase (굴따세)' in Anyang
'Gulttase' in Anyang operates seasonally, open only through the colder months. Featured on episode 257 of the TV series '맛있는 녀석들' (Delicious Guys), it’s a local favorite. The restaurant runs from early September through April and gets packed during the season. Beyond oyster bosam, the menu features dishes with fresh oysters like seaweed-and-oyster rice soup with rice cakes, oyster rice bowls and oyster soft-tofu stew — basically paradise for oyster fans.
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- ▲위치
349 Anyang-ro, Manan-gu, Anyang-si, Gyeonggi-do
- ▲영업시간
Daily 11:00–05:00
- ▲메뉴
Fresh oyster bosam (medium) 52,000 KRW (≈ $39.00) / Large steamed fresh oysters 60,000 KRW (≈ $45.00)
Bosam from gabrisal? 'Jinsun Bosam (진선보쌈)' in Seongnam
'Jinsun Bosam' in Seongnam rose to fame after being featured on Heo Young-man’s food show, but the couple who have run the tiny spot for over 40 years still make every dish with care. They limit sales to 200 servings a day. Their value-packed bosam set is a go-to, but when oysters are in season, oyster bosam draws many fans. Fresh oysters, tender, perfectly cooked pork and kimchi with a hint of oyster brine pair beautifully. Even the simple soybean paste soup that comes on the side plays a key supporting role.
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- ▲위치
9-1 Sanseong-daero 295beon-gil, Sujeong-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do
- ▲영업시간
Tue–Sun 11:30–21:00 (break 14:00–16:00) / closed Mondays
- ▲가격
Oyster bosam (large) 42,000 KRW (≈ $31.50) / Pork bosam (large) 42,000 KRW (≈ $31.50)
Richer flavor from special bosam kimchi: 'Hoegi Wang Jokbal Bosam (회기왕족발보쌈)' in Hoegi-dong, Seoul
'Hoegi Wang Jokbal Bosam' sources pork through vetted suppliers in Majang-dong and has maintained consistent quality for over 30 years. Their bosam is simmered in a blend of their signature jokbal (braised pig’s trotters) broth and vegetable stock. The glossy, lacquered meat is instantly tempting. The slightly sweet bosam kimchi includes radish, chestnuts and sweet potato for crunch and a refreshing finish.
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- ✔위치
158 Hoegi-ro, Dongdaemun-gu, Seoul
- ✔영업시간
Daily 11:30 – 23:30
- ✔가격
Bosam (large) 39,000 KRW (≈ $29.25), Jokbal (large) 39,000 KRW (≈ $29.25)
