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Gwanghwamun Station(Line 5)·Asian Cuisine

Chinni

A prestigious Chinese restaurant located inside the Sejong Center for the Performing Arts in Gwanghwamun

B1, Sejong Center for the Performing Arts, 175 Sejong-daero, Jongno-gu, Seoul
5
130m from Gwanghwamun Station
Lunch 20,000 won range·Dinner 50,000 won or more
Open Now ~ Break time at 15:00

Parking Available
Wheelchair-Accessible Entrance
Mobile/Contactless Payment
BYO Corkage (Fee)
Reservation Accepted
Accessible Parking
Group Seating Available
Take-Out Available
High Chair Available
Wheelchair Accessible
Free Wi-Fi
Separate Restrooms (Men & Women)

Introduction

Chinni is a high-end Chinese restaurant located in the basement of the Sejong Center for the Performing Arts in Gwanghwamun, with a name that means "to invite guests with respect." It reinterprets dishes from China's four major culinary regions with a modern touch and flavors tailored to Korean tastes, featuring fresh ingredients and the skills of expert chefs. With a spacious hall, various sizes of private rooms, and a separate banquet hall, it offers an elegant dining experience for everything from family meals to formal gatherings.

Parking Information

Chinni provides a 2-hour discount voucher for the Sejong-ro public parking lot. The original fee for 2 hours is 10,320 KRW, but with the discount voucher, it can be used for 2,800 KRW. Additional charges are 430 KRW per 5 minutes, with a maximum fee of 20,640 KRW. There are also designated parking spaces for people with disabilities to enhance visitor convenience.

Visitor Profile

The gender ratio of visitors is nearly balanced, and people in their 20s to 60s visit evenly, making it a Chinese restaurant with a wide age range. It attracts a diverse clientele, including families, engagement meetings, first birthday parties, and corporate gatherings. It is also popular as a refined venue for special occasions or company dinners.

Key Features

Chinni offers a variety of services, including reservations, group use, takeout, and wireless internet. With a spacious hall, a separate banquet hall that can accommodate up to 120 people, and 12 different rooms, it is optimized for gatherings of various sizes. There are separate restrooms for men and women, high chairs for infants, and facilities for people with disabilities.

User Reviews

Chinni, considered one of Seoul's top three sweet and sour pork restaurants, receives rave reviews for its crispy exterior and tender interior. Its various courses and new menu items are also well received, and the clean atmosphere and attentive service encourage repeat visits. There are some negative reviews about the oyster jjamppong and opinions on pricing, but overall, it is a restaurant where you can experience the essence of high-end Chinese cuisine.

Theme Keywords

It is loved as a suitable place for an elegant meal and special gatherings, being recognized as a Chinese restaurant, engagement meeting venue, group gathering spot, freshly made sweet and sour pork, various course dishes, and a Gwanghwamun landmark.