Hwasubun

Quick Info

• 💳 Easy card payment available
• 👥 Perfect for dinners and drinks with groups of two or more
• 🥩 Signature Menu: 1++ Hanwoo Yukhoe (Beef Tartare), 1++ Hanwoo Yuksashimi (Raw Beef Slices), and Chadol Sashimi

Hwasupun: Premium 1++ Hanwoo Yukhoe & Yuksashimi in Chungmuro

Tucked away in the alleys of Chungmuro, Hwasupun is an old-school style pub specializing in fresh yukhoe and yuksashimi. Alongside their top-tier 1++ Hanwoo beef dishes, they serve up a variety of comforting pub grub like salmon, seafood stew, and fried chicken. Reviewers consistently rave about the exceptional freshness and melt-in-your-mouth texture of the meat, as well as the generous complimentary side dishes.

Beyond traditional yukhoe and yuksashimi, you can mix and match your bites with unique accompaniments like dried seaweeds (gamtae and gim), green onion kimchi, and seasoned pollock roe (myeongran). Open late, it is a fantastic spot whether you are sitting down for dinner or looking to keep the drinks flowing into the night.

👥 Why Locals Love It

• 🥩 Top-Grade Hanwoo Yukhoe & Yuksashimi — Enjoy premium 1++ Korean beef dishes at surprisingly reasonable prices.
• 🍲 Generous Complimentary Bites — They serve up comforting seaweed soup, roasted seaweed, gamtae, myeongran, and kimchi to snack on while you wait for your main dishes.
• 🐟 Something for Everyone — Beyond raw beef, the menu features crowd-pleasers like salmon sashimi, whole squid seafood soup, and fried chicken.
• 🍶 Late-Night Friendly — It is a great gathering spot that stays open late, making it ideal for both dinner and late-night drinks.
• 👥 Ideal for Groups and Gatherings — Popular for casual drinking sessions, casual dinners, business meals, and even dates.

📍 Tips for Foreign Visitors

• 🥩 First Time Trying Raw Beef? — Order a combination of Hanwoo yuksashimi and chadol sashimi (raw brisket) to compare the unique textures and rich flavors of each cut.
• 🥢 Try the Local Way — Wrap your raw beef in gamtae or roasted seaweed, and top it with a dab of myeongran and green onion kimchi for the ultimate bite.
• 🍶 Authentic Drinking Culture — Pair your yukhoe or yuksashimi with traditional Korean drinks like soju or beer.
• 👥 Best for Groups of 2 to 4 — The portions and menu variety make it easy to order a few different dishes and share.
• 🌙 Great for Late Nights — Staying open into the early morning hours, it is a convenient spot for a second stop after dinner.