🍽 Ulsan Food Journey – Discovering Gogo Dwaeji Beyond Samgyeopsal

Looking for an authentic Korean BBQ experience in Ulsan? Discover Gogo Dwaeji, a local favorite where rare pork cuts, smoky chicken hearts, and ramen after barbecue create a true “eat like a local” moment.

Warm wooden interior at Gogo Dwaeji — simple, cozy, and filled with the smell of charcoal.

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When most travelers think of Korean BBQ, they picture endless plates of samgyeopsal (pork belly).
But in Ulsan’s Seongan-dong, locals gather at Gogo Dwaeji for something different — a smoky, communal dining experience that goes far beyond the tourist trail.

After cooling down with mul-naengmyeon (cold noodles) for lunch, I followed my local friend to this restaurant for dinner. What I discovered wasn’t just good food, but a window into how Koreans truly enjoy BBQ.

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📍 Gogo Dwaeji – Location & Price

• Restaurant: Gogo Dwaeji (고고돼지), Seongan-dong, Ulsan
• Address: 188 Seongan-ro, Jung-gu, Ulsan, South Korea
• Phone: +82-507-1491-1497
• Opening Hours: 4:00 PM – Midnight

고고돼지 · 성안동 400-1번지 1층 중구 울산광역시 KR

 

 

Menu Highlights

• Kkodul Moksal (rare neck cut): 32,000 KRW (500g) / 16,000 KRW (250g)
• Pork belly (Samgyeopsal): 36,000 KRW
• Charcoal-grilled pork ribs: 32,000 KRW
• Chicken hearts: 10,000 KRW
• Pork skin: 10,000 KRW
• Ramen: 4,000 KRW
• Cold noodles: 5,000 KRW
• Doenjang stew: 2,000 KRW
• Fried rice: 2,000 KRW
• Drinks: 2,000 KRW

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🥩 Kkodul Moksal – Korea’s Hidden Pork Cut

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Only 200–400g per pig, this rare neck-and-shoulder cut is chewy, juicy, and full of character.

Forget what you know about pork shoulder. Kkodul Moksal is a unique cut taken from the small section between the pig’s neck and shoulder, where lean meat meets cartilage.

• Rare: Only a few hundred grams per pig.
• Texture: Chewy but not tough, bouncy and juicy.
• Flavor: Smoky, savory, and addictive when cooked over charcoal.

Typical Korean BBQ table setup — sauces, and a glowing charcoal grill.

For me, it was like discovering skirt steak before it became trendy abroad — a cut locals have always loved, but travelers rarely know about.

A rare cut you won’t find everywhere: Kkodul Moksal, trimmed fresh and ready for the grill.

Kkodul Moksal sizzling and Chicken hearts over real charcoal — smoky, juicy, and irresistibly chewy.

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🍢 Chicken Hearts – The Local Favorite Tourists Rarely Discover

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Smoky skewers of chicken hearts — crispy outside, chewy inside.

At Gogo Dwaeji, locals don’t just stick to pork.
We ordered chicken hearts, skewered and grilled over charcoal. They were crisp on the outside, chewy inside, and surprisingly addictive.

It felt adventurous, yet comforting — like finding an unexpected tapa in Spain, but uniquely Korean. With a sip of soju, it was perfect.

Chicken hearts prepared for the grill — a Korean BBQ favorite that surprises many visitors.

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🍜 Why Koreans End BBQ with Ramen (And Why You Should Too)

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A bubbling pot of ramen — the comforting finale to a BBQ feast.

In many countries, you’d end a barbecue with dessert. In Korea, the ritual is different: ramen.
At first, I thought it strange, but it makes perfect sense.

After rich grilled meat, a bowl of hot noodles with bean sprouts resets your palate. The broth is light yet satisfying, balancing the heaviness of BBQ. It’s a habit you won’t find in guidebooks — but once you try it, you’ll understand why Koreans love it.

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😊 Service That Feels Like Home

What made the night even better was the service. The staff weren’t just efficient; they were genuinely warm.
They refilled side dishes without being asked, managed the grill with care, and made us feel like guests in their home.

It’s the kind of hospitality that stays with you long after the meal.

 

 

🌏 Eat Like a Local in Ulsan

This wasn’t just another BBQ dinner. It was a glimpse into everyday Korean life:
rare pork cuts you can’t find abroad, adventurous sides like chicken hearts, and the comfort of ramen to finish it all off.

If you want to go beyond the tourist checklist in Korea, Gogo Dwaeji in Ulsan is where to start. It’s not just food — it’s culture, shared around a charcoal fire.