Daegu Spicy Pork Rib Stew Apsan Keungoljip Apsan Branch!

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If you’re looking for a spicy and hearty galbijjim (braised short ribs) restaurant in Daegu, especially if you want to experience a special meal in the Nam District area, visit Apsan Keungoljip Apsan Branch. It’s perfect for those who want to have a good time enjoying delicious food with friends or family.

Apsan Keungoljip Apsan Branch · Nam District

Overall Review

Apsan Keungoljip Apsan Branch is a famous spicy galbijjim restaurant in Daegu, where you can experience the unique taste of the main branch. It offers generous portions and a customizable spicy level with 3 stages of heat, and the side dishes like gondre-bap (thistle rice) and buckwheat pancakes are also excellent. There is a waiting area, and since you cook it yourself, you can enjoy a more satisfying meal. However, keep in mind that the parking space might be a bit limited.

Travel tips

We recommend adding glass noodles to the 2-person set menu.
The spiciness level can be adjusted, and level 3 is the most popular choice.
The buckwheat pancakes served with the basic side dishes are generous in portion and great to enjoy together.
Gondre-bap is a special treat, so be sure to order it.

Related Areas/Places

Daegu Daegu Apsan Keungoljip Apsan Branch is a restaurant specializing in spicy braised pork ribs located in Nam District, Daegu. It is a chain exclusive to the Nam District area, and you can truly savor its taste at the main branch. There was a wait for about 2 teams when I visited, but they have a waiting area, so I could wait comfortably. The set menus offer good value for money, and they also offer takeout, so you can enjoy it at home.

The 2-person set I ordered included glass noodles, and I chose spiciness level 3, which is the most popular. The galbijjim is cooked by the customer, and the staff sets a timer and provides cooking instructions. After it’s cooked, you add bean sprouts and eat it together, and the gondre-bap was especially delicious. The level 3 spiciness was pleasantly spicy, and I felt like I wanted to try level 4 next time, it was that satisfying.

After the meal, I participated in a retro lottery event and won Apollo as the 5th prize. Overall, Apsan Keungoljip Apsan Branch is a place that can be strongly recommended as a must-visit spicy galbijjim restaurant in Daegu. If I didn’t live far away, I would definitely get takeout and eat it again.

FAQ

How should I choose the spice level for the spicy pork ribs stew?

Spice levels can be adjusted, and level 3 is the most popular. It's deliciously spicy, and reviews suggest people want to try the spicier level 4 next time.

What menu items do you recommend when visiting Apsan Keungoljip Apsan Main Branch?

We recommend the 2-person set menu with added glass noodles. Be sure to also order the hearty buckwheat pancake, which comes with the special gondre rice.

Is there a wait? What can I do while waiting?

There was a wait of about 2 groups when I visited, but there is a waiting room, so you can wait comfortably. After your meal, you can also participate in a nostalgic claw machine event.

Who do you recommend Apsan Keungoljip Apsan Main Branch for?

We recommend it for those looking for a delicious and hearty spicy pork ribs stew restaurant in Daegu, especially those who want to have a special dining experience in the Apsan area, and those who want to have a good time with friends or family.