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Geumsu Bokguk
Haeundae main branch
금수복국 해운대본점
A Michelin Guide Busan-listed institution near Haeundae Station, this pufferfish specialist has served bokguk around the clock on its ground floor for years. It's a classic Busan hangover cure and an introduction to a dish visitors rarely find outside Korea's coastal cities.
In short: Geumsu Bokguk Haeundae main branch is a Pufferfish soup restaurant in Haeundae · Jung-dong, Busan. The dish to order is Bokguk · clear pufferfish soup with bean sprouts. Expect about ₩20,000 per person. Open 24 hours. The Korean name is 금수복국 해운대본점 and the address is 부산광역시 해운대구 중동1로43번길 23.
Korea on a Plate · Monthly 30 · September 2026
On a food route: Busan in 2 days
At a glance₩20,000 per personHours Open 24 hoursOpen daily
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Ratings & reviews on Google
- Eugene Lee3 months ago
Another bucket list spot for me, and this time it was all about pufferfish. Located right in Haeundae, it caught my attention right away. I did not realize it was Michelin Bib Gourmand at first, but after the meal, it made complete sense. This is exactly the kind of place that d
- M M3 months ago
Had a wonderful meal at Geumsubokguk. The puffer fish soup was incredibly clean, light, and comforting, with a rich flavor that felt both healthy and satisfying. The fish was fresh and tender, and the variety of side dishes complemented the meal perfectly. The restaurant has a lo
- Sergey Ali-Sikand2 months ago
Our first time trying pufferfish! The fried pufferfish was nice and crispy, but it didn’t have much of a distinctive fish taste - more like chicken nuggets? But not bad. The non-spicy soup one was the highlight - it was a really interesting experience for first-timers. Definitely
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Bokguk · clear pufferfish soup with bean sprouts
A suggested order
Start with the clear silver-puffer soup — a light, savory broth meant to settle the stomach — and squeeze in the citron-chili paste at the table to taste.
- Neighborhood
- Haeundae · Jung-dong
- Food style
- Pufferfish soup
- Station to look up
- Haeundae Station (Line 2), about 600 m
- Hours
- Open 24 hours (1st floor)
- Closed
- Open daily
- Typical spend
- ₩20,000 per person
- Key prices
- Silver puffer soup ₩15,000; kkachibok soup ₩23,000; lunch set ₩33,000
What to know before ordering
The ground floor never closes, so it's a solid late-night or early-morning option when other kitchens are shut.
For allergies or dietary restrictions, ask the restaurant about ingredients and preparation before ordering.
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