Hwarowi-ro
Hwarowi-ro is a charcoal grill specialty restaurant located on Sinjeongjungang-ro in Yangcheon-gu, Seoul, and is conveniently accessible, just a 2-3 minute walk from Exit 1 of Mok-dong Station. It offers a variety of meats including black pork, Korean pork, beef, and special cuts at reasonable prices, and is equipped with a spacious store and a self-service bar suitable for group gatherings and family dining.
Highlights
- Located a 2-3 minute walk from Exit 1 of Mok-dong Station, it is easily accessible and suitable for group gatherings with a spacious and clean store.
- It offers a variety of charcoal grills including black pork, Korean pork, beef, and special cuts, and features an 800g large assorted platter for good value.
- Soju and draft beer are inexpensive at 1,900 won, reducing the burden of alcohol costs for company dinners or gatherings.
- The self-service bar allows free refills of side dishes, creating a comfortable dining atmosphere.
Key information
| Address | Seoul Yangcheon-gu Sinjeongjungang-ro 90 1Fverified |
|---|---|
| Phone | 0507-1316-9877post |
| Hours | Weekdays 14:00–02:00, weekends open at 12:00claim |
| Menu/Price | Black pork belly 12,800 won, Korean pork belly 14,800 won, Black pork Hwarowi-ro assorted (medium) 33,700 won, (large) 43,700 won, etc.verified |
| Parking | Parking availableverified |
| Amenities | Reservations, group use available, self-service barverified |
Portfolio & cases
- Black Pork Comfort Assorted 800g — A large assorted platter that can be enjoyed generously at a reasonable price, recommended for family and group gatherings.
- Beef Comfort Assorted 800g — The beef assorted platter is also offered in a large size, allowing you to enjoy premium cuts at a reasonable price.
Provided by the business · not independently verified
What sets it apart
- When several people are having a company dinner, ordering a few bottles of alcohol feels less burdensome. The fact that not only soju and beer but also draft beer are 1,900 won stands out even among the nearby meat restaurants in the search results. — Menu listing shows alcohol including draft beer at 1900 won
- It is good for people who want to eat a generous amount of meat. The black pork platter 800g is under 50,000 won, and there are many reviews saying two people can eat until full or three to four people can share it. — 800g 43700 won, reviews saying enough for 3–4 people
- It has a wider range of choices than places with only pork or places centered on galbi. You can choose together from samgyeopsal, chilled samgyeopsal, moksal, and hangjeongsal to beef platters, galbisal, and pork skin. — Pork and beef platter menus listed together
- It is a 2–3 minute walk from Exit 1 of Mok-dong Station, so it is easy to make plans, and because it is open until 2 AM, it is convenient to have meat as a first round and continue to a second round. — Listed as 2–3 minute walk from station and open until 2 AM
Compared to nearby places
- Samsugigalbi Mokdongjeom
Here: Hwarowi-ro does not feel like a place for only galbi; you can choose from black pork, chilled samgyeopsal, moksal, hangjeongsal, and beef, so the menu selection is broader.
Samsugigalbi Mokdongjeom: On a day when you specifically want pork galbi, Samsugigalbi may be more appealing. There are many reviews listing it as a handmade pork galbi restaurant. - Tanyeon Bonjeom
Here: Hwarowi-ro opens from 12 PM, so lunch meat or daytime drinking is possible. Tanyeon opens from 4 PM, so it is hard to go during the day.
Tanyeon Bonjeom: For people looking for the deep charred flavor unique to briquette fire or an old-school atmosphere, Tanyeon may be more appealing. - Majangdonggogijip Mokdongnodeojeom
Here: At Hwarowi-ro, not only soju and beer but also draft beer is 1,900 won, so just looking at alcohol prices it feels more striking.
Majangdonggogijip Mokdongnodeojeom: If you like the feel of a place that emphasizes Hanwoo or Korean pork, Majangdonggogijip may feel more familiar.
Good to know
- If you bring a car, parking can be a bit unclear. Reviews disagree, saying parking is possible, about 5 spaces, or not possible, so it is better to go comfortably by public transportation.
- It may be a little lacking as a place to go with children. There are reviews saying there were no baby chairs or baby tableware, so families bringing small children should check in advance.
Frequently asked questions
Q. Is parking available?
Yes, Hwarowi-ro has parking available. However, parking spaces may be limited, so it is best to inquire in advance for group visits.
Q. Are reservations required?
Group use is available and reservations are accepted. Reservations are recommended on weekends or during evening peak hours.
Q. What are the signature menus?
The black pork and beef Hwarowi-ro assorted platter (large 800g) is a popular menu, and there are also black pork belly, Korean pork belly, and special cut assortments.
Q. How are drink prices?
Soju, beer, and draft beer are all 1,900 won, which is on the inexpensive side.
Q. Can I visit with children?
Yes, there is a self-service bar with free side dish refills, and the spacious and clean store makes it a good place to visit with children.
This information is based on blog reviews; the address and phone number have been confirmed, but the availability of parking and other business information are of low reliability.
