ZipPicks Awards
Best Korean in Goose Island & River West
Master Critic Review
Gangnam Market Food Hall (Gangnam Taco)
7.6
A Korean grocery market anchored by a food hall, where quick-service counters make it easy to mix snacks, drinks, and hot food in one stop. The Korean-inspired taco counter is the most direct Korean-adjacent play here—fast, saucy, and built for casual bites.
Must-Try Dishes:
Bulgogi beef 3 tacos, Spicy chicken 3 tacos, Taco trio (mixed meats)
Scores:
Value: 8.2
Service: 7.5
Consistency: 7.2
Food Quality: 7.6
Atmosphere: 7.8
Cultural Relevance: 7
What makes it special: A Korean-market-plus-food-hall stop that covers groceries and hot food together.
Who should go: Shoppers who want an easy meal while running errands
When to visit: Mid-afternoon for shorter lines and easier seating
What to order: Bulgogi beef tacos; spicy chicken tacos; mixed-meat taco trio
Insider tip: Grab your tacos first, then shop—food-hall lines move faster off-peak.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Primarily street parking in the surrounding West Town blocks; easiest move is to park a couple streets away and walk (peak hours tighten up fast).
Dress code: Ultra casual—errands clothes, sneakers, jeans all perfect.
Noise level: Moderate-to-lively—food hall chatter and counter pickup noise, but you can still hold a normal conversation.
Weekend wait: 10-25 min depending on how busy the counters are (seating is the bigger bottleneck than ordering).
Weekday lunch: 0-10 min typically; lines move quickly outside the noon rush.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes - you can usually build a vegetarian order by choosing non-meat fillings/sides, but it’s not a deeply vegetarian-focused counter.
Vegan options: Limited - possible with careful ordering, but expect fewer clear, fully vegan-ready choices without modifications.
Gluten-free options: Limited - corn-tortilla options may work, but cross-contact is likely in a fast counter setup (best for gluten-sensitive, not strict).
Best For
Better for: One-stop convenience: quick Korean-adjacent tacos plus the bonus of a market run. It’s a strong pick when you want speed, variety, and a snacky, mix-and-match meal without committing to a full-service restaurant.
Consider Alternatives If: Skip if you want classic Korean sit-down dishes, a quiet meal, or the most polished taco execution. If your priority is a focused Korean dinner experience, choose a dedicated restaurant instead of a food hall counter.