A small gimbap counter in Yeonnam-dong that rolls each order when you ask rather than keeping trays ready. Alongside the standard rolls it makes low-carb versions that replace most of the rice with egg and vegetables. Almost everyone eats alone or takes the rolls away.
Menu and ordering
One standard roll such as the pollack roe or cheddar gimbap is a light meal. Order two if it is your main lunch.
Cheddar gimbap ₩6,000; pollack roe gimbap ₩6,000; chicken breast keto roll ₩7,000; salmon and avocado gimbap ₩12,000
Before you go
Published closing times disagree between sources, so check before a late visit; it shuts on Sundays either way. You can order and pay through Naver for pickup, which avoids explaining yourself at the counter.
42 Donggyo-ro 46-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul
Hongik University Station (Line 2, Airport Railroad, Gyeongui-Jungang), exit 3, about 500 m · Closed Sundays
Neighborhood
Mapo · Yeonnam-dong
Food style
Made-to-order gimbap counter
Typical spend
₩6,000 per person
Key prices
Cheddar gimbap ₩6,000; pollack roe gimbap ₩6,000; chicken breast keto roll ₩7,000; salmon and avocado gimbap ₩12,000
One standard roll such as the pollack roe or cheddar gimbap is a light meal. Order two if it is your main lunch.
How much does a meal at Olbareun Gimbap cost?
Expect about ₩6,000 per person. Cheddar gimbap ₩6,000; pollack roe gimbap ₩6,000; chicken breast keto roll ₩7,000; salmon and avocado gimbap ₩12,000.
When is Olbareun Gimbap open?
Opening hours for Olbareun Gimbap are not confirmed, so check on Google Maps before you go.
Where is Olbareun Gimbap and how do I get there?
Olbareun Gimbap is at 42 Donggyo-ro 46-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul in Seoul. In Korean the address is 서울특별시 마포구 동교로46길 42 1층. The nearest station is Hongik University Station (Line 2, Airport Railroad, Gyeongui-Jungang), exit 3, about 500 m.
Who is Olbareun Gimbap good for?
Olbareun Gimbap suits Solo dining, First time in Korea, Early breakfast.
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