Masinneun Samgyeopsal

Masinneun Samgyeopsal is a Korean BBQ and grilled-meat restaurant in Namdaemun Market, Seoul, operating since 2005. The dish to order is Saeng samgyeopsal (fresh, unmarinated pork belly).

No — Masinneun Samgyeopsal is a walk-in spot, no reservation needed. No reservation system; the full party must be present before you're seated. The first order of saeng samgyeopsal or gochujang samgyeopsal must be two portions of the same dish, so solo diners are effectively required to order for two on the first round — additional rounds can then be ordered one portion at a time.

At Masinneun Samgyeopsal: Weekday off-peak visits often walk straight in; weekend evenings and the dinner peak can run about a 30-minute wait, and the whole party must be present before the table is called.

Expect under ₩15,000 per person at Masinneun Samgyeopsal. Saeng samgyeopsal ₩14,000; gochujang samgyeopsal ₩15,000; bokkeumbap ₩3,000 (2026)

We haven't confirmed whether Masinneun Samgyeopsal keeps an English menu — most neighbourhood spots in Seoul don't. This page lists what to order in English, and the restaurant's Korean name is printed on it, so you can show the name at the door and order by pointing at the counter. Cards are accepted almost everywhere, and there is no tipping.