Do You Know What 'Gasi-eomeong' Means? This Norhyeong-dong Gimbap Shop Carries That Very Name
became a flagship through tot gimbap, it's said
Hi, this is GYULI. Today I want to introduce a snack shop located in Norhyeong-dong, Jeju City, said to be about a 10-minute drive from Jeju Airport in the middle of downtown. Its name is a bit unusual — Gasi-eomeong Gimbap. When you first hear it, you might wonder what it means, and it turns out 'gasi-eomeong' is said to mean mother-in-law in Jeju dialect. That makes you curious why a gimbap shop would carry that word in its name. Today, let me walk you slowly through what kind of place Gasi-eomeong Gimbap is, and how it came to have this name.
Gasi-eomeong, Said to Mean Mother-in-Law in Jeju Dialect
Jeju dialect is said to often use different words for family members than those used on the mainland. Among them, 'gasi-eomeong' is said to refer to a mother-in-law. Putting such a warm, familiar dialect word into a shop's name feels somehow very Jeju. This shop is said to use fresh ingredients grown in Jeju, and the tot seaweed gimbap made this way is said to have caught on by word of mouth, making this location the flagship of what is now a nationwide chain called Gasi-eomeong Gimbap. This spot in Norhyeong-dong is said to be where it all began.
Just knowing that the shop's name carries the meaning of 'mother-in-law' made me feel like there's a little extra care baked into every roll of gimbap here.
— 🍊 GYULITot Gimbap, Said to Have Made This the Flagship of a Nationwide Chain
The signature dishes at Gasi-eomeong Gimbap are said to be the tot gimbap, made with Jeju tot seaweed, and the gimbap dosirak (lunch box) set. Tot is a seaweed harvested from Jeju's waters, and adding it inside the gimbap is said to bring its own distinct aroma and texture. This tot gimbap is said to have become well known and eventually led to today's nationwide chain, which makes it fair to call this the shop's true signature dish. Beyond that, the gasi-eomeong chungmu gimbap and the hanwoo (Korean beef) tteokguk are also said to draw plenty of regulars. Rather than a shop that only sells gimbap, it seems to be a place with hearty menu options as well.
Near the Airport, Said to Fit Easily Into a Travel Itinerary
Gasi-eomeong Gimbap is said to be located downtown, about a 10-minute drive from Jeju Airport. That's likely why travelers heading to the airport for a flight, or those who've just landed and need a first meal, are said to stop by often. Many tourists are said to pack the gimbap to go as they travel around, which makes it an easy option for filling a meal in between stops on a packed itinerary. On top of that, the shop is said to open at 7 a.m., making it a good spot for those catching an early flight to grab breakfast and pack some gimbap for the road at the same time.
Nearby sightseeing spots worth pairing with a visit are said to include Iho Tewoo Beach and Naedo Aljakji Beach. Packing the gimbap and heading to a nearby beach to eat while looking out at the sea sounds like a nice course. Even on a tight schedule near the airport, grabbing a roll of gimbap and taking a short beach walk seems like a route that's easy to fit in.
GYULI's Tip · Gasi-eomeong Gimbap is said to open at 7 a.m., a good time to grab a first meal before an early flight or right after landing on Jeju. However, there's no confirmed information on the closing time, so if you're planning to visit later in the day, it's worth calling ahead to check.