HANKANG POCHA 한강포차 (Serangoon Rd)

★ 4.6(1,865)on Googlekoreankallang

991 Serangoon Rd, Singapore 328149

Dine-inTakeoutDelivery

6962 2206

Opening Hours

Today (Monday)11:30 AM – 10:30 PM

STAMPEDE Score

Moderate confidence

C+Worth a visit

Score: 60 / 100

Atmosphere70

Food quality60

Value for money50

Based on 5 data points · Updated 9 days ago

Editor’s Note

Last updated 29 May 2026

Our take: Hankang Pocha presents itself as a casual Korean eatery with a strong Google rating, though some feedback suggests this might be influenced by incentives for reviews.

We see a mixed bag of experiences, with some praising the generous portions of meat in stews and the natural, un-MSG'd flavour profile.

The banchan, in particular, receives commendation for being varied and endlessly refillable, which is a significant plus for Korean dining.

However, there are consistent concerns about value for money, with stews like the $12 Korean sundubu and $18 seafood stew being criticised for lacking key ingredients despite their price point.

Dishes like the beef stew and seafood pancake have been described as underwhelming, with issues ranging from watery consistency to doughy texture.

We also note a comment about the restaurant being run by non-Korean staff, which might influence the authenticity for some diners.

If you're in the area and looking for a hearty, no-frills meal with good banchan, it might be worth a try, especially during a late lunch to avoid potential crowds.

However, manage expectations regarding authenticity and value for certain dishes.

Best time

late lunch

Wait time

20 minutes for food during busy periods

Price

$$ ($12-18 for stews)

Score: 60 · 5 sources

What customers say

HANKANG POCHA at Serangoon Road generally offers a cozy dining experience with good service and unlimited banchan refills, which are often praised for their variety.

While some dishes like the Korean sundubu stew and hot plate beef are considered tasty and hearty, others like the seafood sundubu stew and beef stew are seen as overpriced or underwhelming in terms of ingredients and flavor.

There are also concerns about the authenticity of the Korean cuisine and the practice of offering free items for 5-star reviews.

Value for money / Portion size vs. priceBanchan quality and refillsAuthenticity of Korean cuisineFlavor consistency across dishesService quality

40% positive20% neutral40% negative

Google Reviews

★★★★★natabacca· 4 months ago

We ordered a seafood sundubu stew and a korean sundubu stew. Pros: - lots of pork in korean sundubu stew. - lots of lala in the seafood stew. - flavour wise: tasty and natural. No overuse of MSG or s…

★★★★★Rach A· 3 months ago

The ratings don’t feel accurate, as customers are offered free items in exchange for 5-star reviews. When we visited, the place had a strong detergent smell. The food took about 20 minutes to arrive.…

★★★★★AQ· 3 months ago

$56 for all that was ordered - pictures as attached. Definitely not authentic Korean Hangul food; so don’t be too disappointed if you are going to expect that from 4.6 rating you see. Restaurant run b…

★★★★★LP Pua· 7 months ago

It’s a cosy restaurant with great service. The banchan were among the better ones we’ve had—varied, and constantly refilled. We ordered the pan-grilled BBQ, Bibimbap, and Jajangmyeon. While nothing wa…

★★★★★Mike Chong· 5 months ago

Came here for a late lunch after gym and we had the hot plate beef and kimchi soup with pork. Very hearty portions and delicious, although the soup can be a bit more savoury. The sides are good with u…

Reviews from Google

More content coming as we discover reviews and videos about this restaurant across the web.

✨ Verified businesses get weekly AI-refreshed content, editorial reviews, and the full marketing suite. Claim this business to unlock.