Gangnam · SinnonhyeonKorean hot pot
Haehwaok
Sinnonhyeon
해화옥 신논현 직영점
Gather around a warming Korean beef hot pot in Sinnonhyeon. A hearty stop for a shared meal while exploring Gangnam.
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Explore this restaurant Jung-gu · Jeong-dong (near Gwanghwamun/Seochon) / clear-broth pork rice soup
Gwanghwamun Gukbap
광화문국밥
This modern gukbap counter near Gwanghwamun swaps the usual cloudy, Busan-style broth for a clean, clear one closer to old Seoul recipes, and has built a strong local lunch following as a result. It sits a short walk from Gyeonghuigung Palace and the Seochon neighborhood, making it an easy stop between palace-hopping.
In short: Gwanghwamun Gukbap is a clear-broth pork rice soup restaurant in Jung-gu · Jeong-dong (near Gwanghwamun/Seochon), Seoul. The dish to order is Dwaeji-gukbap · clear-broth pork and rice soup. Expect about ₩12,000 per person. Open Mon–Fri 11:00–21:40. Closed Sundays. The Korean name is 광화문국밥 and the address is 서울특별시 중구 세종대로21길 53.
Listed in the Korea on a Plate guide
At a glance₩12,000 per personHours Mon–Fri 11:00–21:40Closed Sundays
FROM OTHER DINERS
Ratings & reviews on Google
- Hungry Tiger 74a month ago
A Michelin-recognized restaurant that's definitely worth visiting. The gukbap was outstanding with a rich, authentic broth that tasted like it had been simmering for hours. They use only beef brisket, and the meat was tender and flavorful. The service was friendly and efficient.
- Alejandro Georgea month ago
I was a bit unsure what to expect at Gwanghwamun Gukbap, but it was an interesting stop overall. The noodles were just average for me, and the pork had a noticeable smell that wasn’t quite to my taste. Still, I appreciated being able to try a local spot in Gwanghwamun, and the ex
- KEVIN4 months ago
I visited Gwanghwamun Gukbap specifically for their signature clear pork soup. Knowing I had a health checkup the next day, I was looking for something nourishing yet very light, and this remarkably clean, grease-free broth was the perfect choice. They thoughtfully offer regular,
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Dwaeji-gukbap · clear-broth pork and rice soup
A suggested order
Order the dwaeji-gukbap — thin-sliced pork in a clear, mild broth, quite different from Busan's cloudy version — and mix in rice to taste, seasoning with the scallions provided.
- Neighborhood
- Jung-gu · Jeong-dong (near Gwanghwamun/Seochon)
- Food style
- clear-broth pork rice soup
- Station to look up
- Gwanghwamun Station (Line 5), Exit 7, or City Hall Station (Line 1/2) — about 5–10 min walk
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 11:00–21:40 (last order 20:35); Sat 12:00–21:00
- Break
- 14:00–17:00 (weekdays)
- Closed
- Closed Sundays
- Typical spend
- ₩12,000 per person
- Key prices
- Pork gukbap ₩12,000; premium gukbap ₩15,000; Pyongyang naengmyeon ₩15,000
What to know before ordering
Closed Sundays and takes a mid-afternoon break on weekdays, so aim for a weekday lunch before 14:00.
For allergies or dietary restrictions, ask the restaurant about ingredients and preparation before ordering.
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