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Mapo Station(Line 5)·Korean Cuisine
Yeokjeon Hoegwan - Mapo Main
A fourth-generation Korean restaurant filled with traditional flavors and sincerity
  • 47, Tojeong-ro 37-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul

  • 5

    393m from Mapo Station

  • Lunch 20,000 won range·Dinner 40,000 won range

  • Open Now ~ Break time at 15:00

  • Wheelchair-Accessible Seating
  • Waiting Area
  • Wheelchair-Accessible Entrance
  • BYO Corkage (Fee)
  • Delivery Available
  • Group Seating Available
  • Unlimited Refills
  • Take-Out Available
  • High Chair Available
  • Separate Restrooms (Men & Women)

Introduction

Yeokjeon Hoegwan - Mapo Main is a renowned Korean restaurant that has continued the tradition of crispy bulgogi and seonji baekban for four generations since 1929. It is considered a must-visit spot near Gongdeok Station where you can enjoy both taste and history, boasting deep flavors with its unique seasoning and direct-fire grilling technique.

This place is loved by a wide range of customers, offering a spacious area suitable for group gatherings and family visits, as well as high chairs for infants and delivery service.

Key Features

Signature dishes such as crispy bulgogi, grilled live octopus, and yukhoe bibimbap are served as unlimited refills using high-quality ingredients. With a paid corkage service, you can enjoy your own alcoholic beverages, and convenient takeout and delivery are also available.

There are clean, separate restrooms for men and women and wheelchair-accessible seating, providing a comfortable environment for everyone.

Visitor Characteristics

The ratio of male to female visitors is almost balanced, with most guests being middle-aged and older (in their 40s and 50s) and family groups. Younger customers also visit steadily, making it a popular spot for family gatherings and group dinners.

It is a favorite restaurant for people of all ages who want to enjoy the deep flavors and generous portions of traditional Korean cuisine.

User Reviews

Many visitors praise the rich taste and generous portions of the crispy bulgogi and octopus bibimbap, as well as the friendly service. Some customers have expressed disappointment with the temperature of the food, but overall, the reviews highlight the cleanliness and deliciousness of the dishes.

In particular, many guests recommend meals paired with the house-made makgeolli from their own brewery and express their intention to revisit.

Accessibility

Located near Gongdeok Station, it is easily accessible by several subway lines (Airport Railroad, Lines 5 and 6, Gyeongui-Jungang Line). It is within walking distance, but parking is not available, so public transportation is recommended.

Value for Money

You can enjoy the essence of traditional Korean cuisine at a reasonable lunch price of around KRW 19,000 for set menus, and premium dishes are also available at reasonable prices for dinner. The unlimited refill service and generous side dishes make it a great value choice.

Menu

  • Crispy Bulgogi: KRW 38,000
  • Grilled Live Octopus: KRW 54,000
  • Sliced Raw Live Octopus: KRW 50,000
  • Bossam: KRW 38,000
  • Samhap: KRW 48,000
  • Stir-fried Octopus: KRW 38,000
  • Yukhoe: KRW 40,000
  • Seonji Soup: KRW 18,000
  • Crispy Bulgogi Set: KRW 19,000
  • Stir-fried Octopus Set: KRW 19,000
  • Octopus Bibimbap: KRW 15,000
  • Yukhoe Bibimbap: KRW 16,000
  • Bibimbap: KRW 12,000
  • Seonji Baekban: KRW 12,000
  • Yukgaejang: KRW 12,000
  • House-made Makgeolli (600ml): KRW 11,000

Address

47, Tojeong-ro 37-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul