Gold Tuna Bangi-dong: Relaxing Dinner Near Jamsil Baseball Stadium
On an evening when she sent her husband and son into the roaring cheers of Jamsil (잠실) Baseball Stadium, a guest opened the door of Goldtuna (골드참치) Bangi branch (방이점) holding her friend's hand.
Instead of the whole family staying in the same place, the men decided to enjoy the heat of baseball, while the women decided to share their untold stories over a crimson tuna course.
A scene of two friends enjoying the VIP course at Goldtuna (골드참치).
Scorching heat following the rainy season
It was the day after the long rainy season had stopped.
As soon as the rain clouds cleared, scorching heat began to bake the atmosphere as if it had been waiting.
In the streets of Jamsil (잠실) and Bangi-dong, which radiate the heat absorbed during the day, sitting in front of a hot grill can sometimes feel like a tiring chore rather than a pleasant meal.
Tuna delivers its full flavor without the need for fire.
With neat dishes centered around sashimi that carries a cool warmth, one can fully immerse themselves in the meal even on a sweltering summer night without the interference of heat.
To me, as someone who runs a restaurant, summer is the season when the inherent cool aesthetics of tuna shine the brightest.
I am the "Tuna Uncle" who runs Goldtuna (골드참치) Bangi branch (방이점) and records the visiting stories of our customers.
VIP Course, a warm composition for long conversations
The journey the two chose was the VIP course.
Starting with the finest tuna, sushi, grilled dishes, fried dishes, and elaborate Chinese-style dishes follow one after another like the plot of a novel.
It is a rich time where the charms of Korean, Japanese, and Chinese cuisine harmonize, rather than being a monotonous repetition.
There is no trouble of grilling food or the hassle of clearing the table. Thanks to this, the two were able to fully catch up with each other's news according to the pace of the food.
While daily life with family is precious, sometimes a time of "ventilation" is needed, sitting across from a friend and focusing solely on each other.
Tuna sashimi, sushi, and side dishes provided in the course are served on a hinoki tray.
A cheerful invitation from 'Somaek-Imo' that led their steps
They didn't have Goldtuna (골드참치) in mind from the beginning. While contemplating a place for dinner, a cheerful curiosity to meet the famous 'Somaek-Imo' (Somaek Auntie) prompted their visit.
Expectations were met. As Somaek-Imo's three-set "Jumakase" began, the quiet table soon transformed into a lively performance venue.
The two captured that fleeting moment in video with bright smiles and opened their hearts to the meticulous care of our staff. The words they left after the meal, "Today was the best time," resonated deeply with us as well.
A scene of Somaek-Imo performing the Jumakase at the two friends' table.
An evening that shone in each other's place
At the same time, at Jamsil (잠실) Baseball Stadium, the husband and son must have been continuing their passionate cheering.
Here at the Bangi branch (방이점), the friendship of the two friends was deepening along with the savory flavor of the tuna.
A scene where guests are laughing, filming, and enjoying together as the Jumakase continues.
Families spending time apart for a while to fill their time in the way they like best—that is another way of caring for each other and respecting happiness.
I express my sincere gratitude to the two who visited Goldtuna (골드참치) Bangi branch (방이점) on a sweltering night.
I hope you continue this good relationship for a long time, just like today, listening warmly to each other's stories through the medium of delicious food.
Goldtuna (골드참치) where various dishes are served centered around tuna sashimi.
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※Goldtuna has a Bangi branch and a Sinsa branch※
Bangi branch (방이점) is
the main branch in Jamsil (잠실) and Bangi-dong with many family dinners, company dinners, friend gatherings, and foreign visitors. Bright and lively meals continue with the addition of tuna course meals and Somaek-Imo's Jumakase.
Sinsa branch (신사점) is
a location for dates, anniversaries, blind dates, and business meals in Sinsa-dong (신사동) and Garosu-gil. It is a good place to focus on food and conversation in a calm atmosphere.