Gangneung Gilgamja Waiting Times and Flavor Reviews for Buldak Mayo and Basil Mayo

Gangneung Gilgamja is emerging as a popular snack in Gangneung Central Market, attracting both locals and tourists. While known for its long queues, some visitors have shared experiences of purchasing without a wait during specific times, offering valuable visiting tips.

Gangneung Gilgamja is available in two forms: cup gilgamja and sausage gilgamja, with various sauces including Buldak Mayo, Basil Mayo, seasoned chicken, ketchup, soy sauce, and tteokbokki sauce. Buldak Mayo and Basil Mayo are particularly popular. There is a purchase limit of up to 4 cup gilgamja per person. Parking is available at the Central Market No. 2 Public Parking Lot, but expect potential long waits on weekends.

Bloggers have expressed satisfaction with Gilgamja's unique texture, which is crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside, differing from regular french fries. Despite the long queues, the fast turnover rate can make the actual waiting time feel shorter. Tips were also shared on reheating leftover gilgamja in an air fryer to maintain its original taste.