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Gilsun (길손) — Nakji Specialist

A beloved Gangneung spot known for tender, spicy ; busy at lunch and cherished by locals.

GangwonKorean Food > Nakji / Octopus / Jjukkumi (small octopus)
4.2
(20 reviews)
A no-frills Gangneung favorite where tender octopus is stir-fried in a bright, spicy sauce. Lunches are especially busy — locals flock here for the signature . The kitchen keeps the menu small (, oritang, dakdoritang); anything other than the nakji requires a reservation. If you plan to eat late, aim to arrive by 8:00 PM.

Local Tips

  • Signature dish: chewy-but-tender nakji-bokkeum in a spicy, savory sauce
  • Lunchtime crowd — open Mon–Sat 11:00–15:00, arrive early to avoid waiting
  • Menu is limited; reserve in advance for oritang or dakdoritang (non-nakji dishes)

Menu

(낙지볶음) — Spicy stir-fried octopus12,000 KRW

Practical Information

Category
Korean Food > Nakji / Octopus / Jjukkumi (small octopus)
Address
42-3 Naseolheon-ro 78beon-gil, Gangneung, Gangwon Province
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Operating Hours
Mon–Sat 11:00–15:00
Facilities
Takeout,Reservations available,Parking available

Glossary

Nakji-bokkeum
A Korean dish of stir-fried small octopus with vegetables in a spicy, savory sauce (often gochujang-based); typically served with rice to balance the heat.