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Cheap Eats in Gwangjin District

12 restaurants in Gwangjin District. Part of our Seoul Cheap Eats guide.

Achasan Grandpa's Handmade Tofu
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Achasan Grandpa's Handmade Tofu

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This neighborhood spot is a post-hike pilgrimage for its incredibly fresh, handmade tofu, served in both soft and firm textures. It's a place where the value is as impressive as the food, with a vast selection of affordable makgeolli to complement the simple, satisfying dishes.

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β€œThe tofu is delicious. The soft tofu is much softer than the soft tofu I had at Woori Kongbat Hand Tofu last week.”

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β€œThe soft tofu was the best I've ever had, and the makgeolli selection is extensive and very reasonably priced.”

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β€œIt's cheap and delicious. If you order some soft tofu and drink some makgeolli, you'll be quite full.”

Ideal for
Post-hike mealCasual lunchValue dining
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#2Cheap Eats
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This ramen shop near Children's Grand Park offers a rich, satisfying broth that appeals to a wide range of tastes, from students to families. Its clean, Japanese-inspired ambiance makes it suitable for dates or solo meals, and the menu's adjustability caters to different preferences.

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β€œThere was no waiting, the gopchang ramen was salty and spicy, the shio ramen was delicious, and the karaage was just so-so.”

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β€œThe ramen broth is rich but has a light finish. The abura soba is also delicious and good.”

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β€œThe ramen and karaage at Children's Grand Park are both delicious. It's a great place to eat alone!”

Ideal for
Date nightSolo diningFamilies with kids
Hansigdang
#3Cheap Eats
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Hansigdang

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This neighborhood Korean restaurant offers a refined, course-style meal that feels like a favorite. Portions are generous, with a delightful array of meticulously prepared side dishes complementing the main courses.

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β€œIf you want to eat a neat Korean meal in a quiet and clean atmosphere, I recommend this place.”

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β€œThis is my third visit, and I am leaving a review because I feel good and eat delicious food every time I come here.”

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β€œEverything dish and side dish is exquisitely prepared, with the Han meat incredibly tender and the spices perfectly balanced.”

Ideal for
Date nightFamilies with kidsGroup dining
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#4Cheap Eats
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This all-you-can-eat shabu-shabu spot offers a cozy atmosphere with a full bar and a wide variety of fresh ingredients. Diners appreciate the customizable broths and extensive sauce bar, making it a satisfying choice for groups and families.

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β€œExcellent hot pot, available spicy but also suitable for European palates.”

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β€œBut why are there days when it's really delicious and days when it's not so delicious?”

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β€œIt is located in a hot place in Konkuk University, and meat, vegetables, and drinks are all refillable.”

Ideal for
Group diningFamilies with kidsAll-you-can-eat cravings
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This udon spot is all about the broth and noodles, with a signature rich, peppery flavor and perfectly chewy texture. Diners love the free noodle refills and the grilled green onion topping, making it a go-to for a hearty, satisfying meal.

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β€œUdon at its best! Highly recommended for its signature rich broth, chewy noodles, grilled green onions, and mochi.”

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β€œThe space is small, so there might be a wait, but the broth was truly delicious.”

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β€œRegular, double, and triple portions are free, and they even offer free lunch yubu sushi, which is great.”

Ideal for
Group diningSolo diningHearty lunch
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#6Cheap Eats

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This tonkatsu spot is known for its generous portions and the quality of its raw pork cutlet, which diners say is remarkably tender and flavorful. The kimchi nabe is also a frequent highlight, especially on colder days. It's a casual, family-friendly place that offers solid value.

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β€œOne of the best tonkatsu restaurants in Korea. The portions are so generous that even a grown man would be full after just one.”

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β€œThe pork cutlet is the best value for money among the pork cutlets I've had in Seoul.”

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β€œIt maintains a certain average, but there are days when it's really delicious and days when it's just so-so.”

Ideal for
Families with kidsGroup diningSolo dining
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#7Cheap Eats

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This small, no-frills dumpling shop is a go-to for authentic Chinese flavors, particularly known for its incredibly juicy meat baozi. While the menu has expanded, the focus remains on expertly crafted dumplings and flavorful noodles, offering a satisfying meal at a reasonable price.

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β€œThe meat baozi was so delicious that I couldn't help but exclaim in amazement as soon as I felt the juicy broth bursting in my mouth.”

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β€œThis was the most delicious dim sum I've had in Korea!”

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β€œThe waiter was not Korean, so it was a bit inconvenient to make requests or respond during busy times.”

Ideal for
Group diningSolo diningFamilies with kids
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This long-standing neighborhood spot offers a casual vibe centered around charcoal-grilled pork belly. It's a local favorite, particularly for hikers, known for its high-quality meat and generous portions at reasonable prices.

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β€œThe meat was delicious, and the soybean paste rice was especially delicious. It was the best soybean paste rice of my life.”

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β€œI like the food and service and would recommend it, but I keep getting texts every day too often.”

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β€œThis family-run restaurant offers excellent value for money, and even has a …”

Ideal for
Group diningCasual meals
Song-Rim Restaurant
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Song-Rim Restaurant

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This bustling spot, originally a haven for drivers, now serves a hearty pork bulgogi set that's a local legend. The real draw is the unlimited, self-serve blood sausage soup and the interactive experience of stir-frying your own meal with rice and fresh ingredients.

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β€œThe signature dish, Bulbaek, remains delicious even after all these years, and the fried rice you mix afterward is truly a treat.”

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β€œThe pork bulbaek is delicious. The unlimited refills of seonjiguk, sungnyung, and water kimchi make it even better.”

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β€œThe pork bulbaek was served, and once the meat was cooked to a certain degree, lettuce, raw vegetables, and other ingredients were added.”

Ideal for
Families with kidsSolo diningWatching the game
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#10Cheap Eats
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This popular sundae soup spot is known for its rich, flavorful broth and generous portions, making it a satisfying meal. Standout dishes include the tender charcoal-grilled squid and the flavorful raw beef, often enjoyed with a glass of soju. While the wait can be significant, many find the quality and value make it worthwhile.

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β€œThe newly released soft tofu soup was rich and delicious, and the cypress set menu was, of course, good.”

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β€œThe sundae soup is truly delicious. It's one of the top five sundae soup restaurants I've ever had.”

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β€œAll of the Cheongwaok locations are consistently delicious, so it's worth trying for those seeking a "cheongseokwon" experience.”

Ideal for
Families with kidsHangover cureCasual meals
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#11Cheap Eats

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This all-you-can-eat tonkatsu spot near Children's Grand Park offers a budget-friendly way to satisfy a craving. While the menu isn't extensive, the katsu is fried fresh in small batches, ensuring a crispy bite. It's a straightforward, no-frills option for families looking for a filling meal.

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β€œThis place offers excellent value for money. The pork cutlets are freshly fried to suit the number of customers, resulting in crispy, delicious food.”

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β€œThe price/satisfaction ratio is the best. Everything from the pork cutlet to the salad bar and tteokbokki is delicious.”

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β€œI visited Sweet & Cutlet near Children's Grand Park, and it's seriously the best value!”

Ideal for
Families with kidsBudget-friendly meals
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#12Cheap Eats

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This all-you-can-eat tuna spot offers generous portions, especially with the initial refills. While the value is appealing, the quality of tuna can noticeably decline with subsequent servings.

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β€œIt's delicious! I love it!! They give you a lot of food and the side dishes are delicious too.”

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β€œKiwoom Tuna's value for money is truly amazing. Tuna lovers, if you go there, you'll be truly satisfied.”

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β€œThe regular all-you-can-eat tuna is 25,000 won, and the owner generously offered a generous portion of bluefin tuna, which was very nice.”

Ideal for
All-you-can-eat tuna loversValue seekers
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