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Dwaeji-galbi at Heungbugol in Yangchon-eup, Gimpo

A review of the domestic Dwaeji-galbi(돼지갈비) at Heungbugol(흥부골) in Yangchon-eup(양촌읍), Gimpo(김포). An honest account of the meat quality, side dishes, and the grilling service at this Ganghwado(강화도) branch.

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16 Nov 2025 • 3 min read

Heungbugol(흥부골), which is known to be famous in Ganghwado(강화도), also has a branch in Yangchon-eup(양촌읍), Gimpo(김포). On the menu, Dwaeji-wang-galbi(돼지왕갈비) is listed as imported, while Dwaeji-galbi(돼지갈비) is domestic. I chose to order the domestic Dwaeji-galbi(돼지갈비).

Side dishes including **Sangchu-muchim(상추무침)** and **Yangnyeom-gejang(양념게장)**, which were quite ordinary.

Fresh **Sangchu(상추)** and green peppers provided for wrapping the meat.

A basic salad served as part of the side dishes.

Typical Korean side dishes, **Kimchi(김치)** and **Muk-muchim(묵무침)**.

The raw Dwaeji-galbi(돼지갈비) appeared more like pork neck than the actual rib portion. This restaurant offers a service where the staff grills the meat for you. However, the grilling skill seemed a bit clumsy, as many pieces of meat fell out of the grill during the process.

RawDwaeji-galbi(돼지갈비) that resembles pork neck meat.

The **Dwaeji-galbi(돼지갈비)** being moved onto the grill for cooking.

The pork ribs being grilled by the staff.

Once cooked, the Dwaeji-galbi(돼지갈비) tasted like any other average pork ribs. The Doenjang-jjigae(된장찌개), which was ordered separately, also offered a very standard flavor without any particular highlights.

**Dwaeji-galbi(돼지갈비)** almost ready to be served.

The finished **Dwaeji-galbi(돼지갈비)**, which had an ordinary taste.

A standard bowl of **Doenjang-jjigae(된장찌개)**.

While I visited once out of curiosity, it is not a place I plan to return to.

[Glossary: Korean Terms in This Post]

Yangchon-eup(양촌읍): A town in Gimpo City.
Heungbugol(흥부골): The name of the restaurant.
Dwaeji-galbi(돼지갈비): Korean style grilled pork ribs.
Doenjang-jjigae(된장찌개): Soybean paste stew.
Sangchu-muchim(상추무침): Seasoned lettuce salad.
Yangnyeom-gejang(양념게장): Spicy marinated raw crab.

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