Heehee Katsu Chungmuro Branch

Essential Info

• 🍽️ Highlights: Kimchi Katsu Nabe · Combo Katsu Platter · Rich Meat Curry
• 🕐 Break Time: 2:50 PM – 5:00 PM · Closed on Sundays
• 💳 Accepts Credit/Debit Cards & Mobile NFC Payments
• 📱 Self-service kiosk at the entrance · English menu available
• 👤 Solo dining friendly · Takeout available

🍛 Heehee Katsu: Thick, Juicy Japanese Cutlets in Chungmuro

Located in Chungmuro, Heehee Katsu specializes in thick, premium Japanese pork cutlets and piping-hot Kimchi Katsu Nabe.

If you are looking for a hearty, satisfying meal while exploring Seoul, drop by this cozy spot tucked away in Pil-dong, right near Chungmuro Station.

Their signature dish, Kimchi Katsu Nabe, features crispy sirloin cutlet simmered in a rich, zesty kimchi broth—bringing together the very best of Korean kimchi stew and Japanese katsu in a single bowl.

If you want a bit of everything, order the Combo Platter to sample pork sirloin, tenderloin, and melted cheese cutlets all at once. Their savory meat curry is another crowd favorite that makes ordering simple even for first-timers.

👥 Why Locals Love It

• 🍲 Kimchi Katsu Nabe — Highly praised for its irresistible combination of thick cutlet and spicy, savory kimchi broth.
• 🐷 Generous Combo Platter — Enjoy pork sirloin, tenderloin, and gooey cheese katsu on a single plate.
• 🙋 Perfect for Solo Diners — Quick kiosk ordering makes grabbing a meal on your own smooth and comfortable.
• 🧑‍🎓 Chungmuro Hotspot — A favorite among neighborhood office workers and students, often drawing a crowd during peak hours.

📍 Tips for Visitors

• 🕐 Arrive right at opening time (11:00 AM for lunch or 5:00 PM for dinner) to beat the peak rush.
• 📱 Place your order at the kiosk by the entrance before taking your seat.
• 🧂 Dip your cutlet in a pinch of salt and top with a dab of wasabi to enjoy the rich, natural flavor of the pork.
• 🍛 Add a mini side curry to drizzle over your rice or use as a delicious dipping sauce for your katsu.
• 🥩 A slight pink hue inside the cutlet is completely normal—it means the meat is cooked to perfect, juicy tenderness.
• 📅 Closed every Sunday, with a daily afternoon break from 2:50 PM to 5:00 PM.