Hello everyone!
Today, I went to Times Square in Yeongdeungpo for a casual dinner, and I came across a place that not only served tasty food, but also had a super convenient self-ordering kiosk — perfect for travelers from abroad!
Since I thought this spot could be helpful for others, I decided to write a post and share it with you.
The restaurant is located inside Times Square Mall in Yeongdeungpo, Seoul.
If you’re planning to visit the area, I hope this post helps you enjoy a warm and satisfying meal during your trip!
For now, let me explain how to get to Times Square from Yeongdeungpo Station.
After getting off at Yeongdeungpo Station, head down to the basement level — it’s connected directly to Times Square through an underground shopping mall.
Just follow the signs and walk through the mall, and you’ll eventually reach Times Square.
However, it can get quite crowded and hectic, especially during busy hours.
If that’s the case, I recommend coming above ground through Exit 5 or 6 of Yeongdeungpo Station and walking from there instead, It’s less than a 10-minute walk.
I decided to walk above ground because it was too crowded.
This photo shows the main entrance of Times Square.
Once you go inside, you’ll find that the layout makes shopping really convenient.
There’s a central area on the first floor where they regularly hold different events.
When I visited, there happened to be a cosmetics promotion going on.
If you’re really lucky, you might even catch a celebrity performance there!
Since I came for a casual dinner, I didn’t walk around much this time. I just headed straight up to the 4th floor for my meal.
The restaurant is called “Bogeul” — a Korean word that mimics the bubbling sound of stew boiling.
In Korean, we say “bogeul-bogeul” to describe that cozy simmering sound you hear when soup or stew is gently cooking on the stove — pretty cute, right?
By the way, maybe because I went on the weekend, the place was super packed!
Almost every restaurant had a line, and most of them were on a waitlist.
If you’re not a fan of waiting in line, I’d recommend visiting on a weekday — or going before 6 p.m.
That way, you’ll have a much better chance of being seated right away.
While I was deciding what to order outside, it suddenly became my turn to go in!
Luckily, we didn’t have to wait long.
Looking at the menu overall, it featured a wide variety of options. Including Korean, Chinese, Japanese, and even fusion-style dishes.
Each table had its own kiosk, so we were able to place our order comfortably without any rush.
The kiosks also have a translation option, which I think makes it really convenient for visitors from abroad.
In fact, the people sitting at the table next to us seemed like international travelers, too!
I tried the “Sukiyaki Bogeul,” which is more of a Japanese-style dish.
Each table has its own small burner — kind of like a mini brazier.
The little blue part you see is solid fuel, and once your food arrives, the staff will come by and light it for you.
It keeps your dish gently bubbling and warm the whole time, which I really loved — it made the meal feel extra cozy and satisfying.
The dish comes out fully cooked, so you can start enjoying it right away.
It’s like a hearty, comforting stew — filled with plenty of vegetables, mushrooms, and meat.
Perfect for when you’re craving something warm, filling, and healthy.
They also give you a small portion of glass noodles on the side, and I added them in right away.
Since they’re thin, they cook really quickly — perfect for soaking up all that tasty broth.
You’ll also get a bowl of rice, so you can enjoy it however you like —
pour some broth over the rice for a cozy soup-rice combo, or enjoy them separately.
There’s also a variety of dipping sauces on the side, So you can mix and match to suit your own taste.
The Sukiyaki Bogeul I ordered was 14,500 won (about 11 USD), and I thought the price was quite reasonable for the quality.
After you pay at the counter, they offer you a complimentary drink called “Bogeul Tea” a refreshing jasmine tea.
I really appreciated this little touch, especially since I’m a big fan of tea.
It was slightly sweet, with a lovely floral aroma — the perfect way to end the meal!
As I mentioned earlier, this restaurant offers a variety of stew-style dishes inspired by Korean, Chinese, and Japanese cuisine.
This time, I went with the Japanese-style Sukiyaki, But next time, I’d love to try one of the other versions too!
What kind of stew would you be curious to try?
Thanks so much for reading my post today!
I’ll be back soon with more great places to eat — spots with tasty food, friendly service, and just right for your travels.
Hope you’re having a lovely day, and see you next time!