Kuk bin gwan
Kuk Bin Gwan (Seochon, Seoul), a Korean BBQ restaurant near Gyeongbokgung Station. Featured in the Blue Ribbon Survey (Korean oldest restaurant guide) and is already well-loved by many food lovers.
It’s located very close to Gyeongbokgung Station, and it’s really easy to find. Even though it’s in the middle of the city, the building is a traditional hanok, which adds a charming and peaceful vibe.
We made a reservation for 5 PM, right after their break time. When we arrived, our table was already beautifully set and ready.
Another great thing is that they have big tables for groups, making it a perfect spot for families, gatherings, or even company dinners.
My favorite spot was the table by the window. The soft light streaming in made the hanok interior feel even more warm and inviting, it was lovely.
Menu
We ordered the assorted Hanwoo Jjakkalbi (for two) and the Bibim guksu. Make sure to note that the assorted Jjakkalbi is available only if you order for at least two. Totally worth it though!
We wanted to try a variety of premium cuts, and this turned out to be an excellent choice!
Side dish
The side dishes were all tasty. There was a soft-boiled egg in the dipping sauce. Crack it open and dip your meat in, and it’s seriously delicious. Everything else on the side was great too!
Hanwoo Jjakkalbi 45,000 won (per serving)
The beef we ordered finally arrived! The marbling and color are absolutely stunning, it looks incredibly delicious.
At first, one of the staff came over to grill the meat right at our table and they were so kind and professional. They explained each cut as they grilled, and after the first round, you can take over and grill to your own preference.
The moment I took a bite of the beef they grilled for us, the juiciness was just incredible.
This place would be also perfect for bringing your parents or elders, the atmosphere is calm and elegant without being noisy.
Since we visited on a weekend evening, they served us complimentary soup. It was clean and comforting. No artificial seasoning taste, and the seasoning was just right.
If you come during weekday lunch hours and order beef, they serve a complimentary Doenjang-jjigae (soybean paste stew) per table.
And if you reserve for dinner after 5 p.m, they offer a complimentary portion of Yukhoe (Korean beef tartare). If you love yukhoe, it’s a great bonus to enjoy alongside your grilled beef.
We tried the beef with just a pinch of salt, then dipped in sauce… every bite melted in the mouth. If you’re a beef lover, Guk bin kwan is a must-visit.
All the side dishes that came with the meal were delicious as well.
Bibim Guksu (spicy noodle) 9,000 won
After the meat, we ordered the Bibim guksu (spicy noodles), which people say is a must here. The sauce was flavorful, and the beef topping was so tender. It was the perfect way to end the meal.
Address : 17-4 Jahamun-ro 2-gil, Tongui-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul
Phone : +82-0507-1479-3833
Operation Hours : Monday-Sunday : 11:30 - 21:30 (Break time 15:00-16:30)
Instagram : Check out more images
Reservation : Click for more reservation
Source : https://blog.naver.com/djawl896/223593439688
Writer : djawl896
Special thanks to djawl896
kukbingwan seoul barbecue gyeongbokgung seochon