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Comparing 5 Donburi Restaurants Worth Visiting in Yongsan
Updated · Sorted by per-person price · Research Method
Summary
Compared based on per-person price range. Casual options include Deopbapjangsajang and Hongdaegaemi, while higher-priced set meals include Geunbonyangman and Gorogoro.
Selection Criteria · Sorted primarily by per-person price range, with location and signature menu compared together. Data completeness and whether the operator submitted information were not factored into the order.
When looking for donburi around Hangangno and Samgakji, prices vary widely by restaurant. For a casual meal around ₩10,000, Deopbapjangsajang near Sinyongsan Station or Hongdaegaemi at I'Park Mall are good fits, and for a formal meal such as eel sotbap or special courses, it's worth checking the price range at Geunbonyangman or Gorogoro. When choosing, key checkpoints are the signature menu price, walking distance to the restaurant, and seating arrangement.
Comparison Table
| Restaurant | Signature Menu / Price | Price | Parking |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1Deopbapjangsajang (덮밥장사장) Sinyongsan Branch Submitted by Operator · October 2026 | Butadon, spicy butadon, jangsajang yakitoridon, yakigyudon, tontorodon, chicken nanbandon, etc. | - | Available |
| 2Hongdaegaemi (홍대개미) Yongsan I'Park Mall Branch Public Information | Steak donburi set meal about ₩13,000, cube steak donburi ₩13,900, salmon donburi and tuna donburi each ₩10,900 | ₩10,900-₩13,900 · Seating/Group: Not confirmed | - |
| 3Suzurantei (스즈란테이) Public Information | Tempura donburi ₩16,000, pork cutlet donburi ₩16,000, kakiage donburi ₩18,000, maguro donburi ₩24,000 | ₩13,000-₩30,000 · Seating/Group: 3-4 floor seats, 7-8 table seats (mainly 2-4 people) | - |
| 4Gorogoro (고로고로) Yongsan Public Information | Eel donburi about ₩29,000, Gorogoro Special about ₩29,000, Premium Gorogoro about ₩42,000 | ₩20,000-₩42,000 · Seating/Group: Not confirmed | - |
| 5Geunbonyangman (근본양만) Yongsan Public Information | Eel sotbap set meal ₩58,000, sirloin sotbap set meal ₩48,000, sirloin steak (side dish) ₩28,000 | ₩48,000-₩58,000 · Seating/Group: Limited seating (reservation recommended) | - |
Restaurant Descriptions
- Deopbapjangsajang (덮밥장사장) Sinyongsan BranchSubmitted by Operator
Japanese-style donburi reinterpreted with Korean-style special soy sauce and spicy sauce, with free refills of miso soup, rice, and side dishes for dine-in customers. The seating is mainly counter seats and single-person seats, suited to solo dining and office worker lunches.
B1F, 25 Hangangdae-ro 30-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul (Asterium Yongsan), near Sinyongsan Station (Line 4) · Butadon, spicy butadon, jangsajang yakitoridon, yakigyudon, tontorodon, chicken nanbandon, etc. · Signature price: Not confirmed · Seating/Group: Counter seats, single-person seats · Parking: Available · Takeout: Available
Source · Naver Place·Yeogimeokja Operator Submission · Cross-checked with Public Information
- Hongdaegaemi (홍대개미) Yongsan I'Park Mall Branch
The menu ranges widely from steaks to salmon and tuna donburi, priced in the low to mid ₩10,000s. Located on the 7th floor of I'Park Mall, it is a convenient spot to visit along with shopping.
7th floor, Yongsan I'Park Mall (Hangangno 3-ga, Yongsan-gu, Seoul) · Steak donburi set meal about ₩13,000, cube steak donburi ₩13,900, salmon donburi and tuna donburi each ₩10,900 · Signature price: ₩10,900-₩13,900 · Seating/Group: Not confirmed · Parking: Not confirmed
Based on public information · Source · Diningcode
- Suzurantei (스즈란테이)
With a wide price range from tempura donburi to sukiyaki set meals, it caters to both a light meal and a full course. The restaurant has both floor seating and table seating.
B1F, Royal Sangga, 245 Ichon-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul (Ichon-dong), 3-6 minute walk from Exit 3-1 or Exit 4 of Ichon Station · Tempura donburi ₩16,000, pork cutlet donburi ₩16,000, kakiage donburi ₩18,000, maguro donburi ₩24,000 · Signature price: ₩13,000-₩30,000 · Seating/Group: 3-4 floor seats, 7-8 table seats (mainly 2-4 people) · Parking: Not confirmed
Based on public information · Source · tabling.co.kr
- Gorogoro (고로고로) Yongsan
The Gorogoro menu, featuring eel donburi and assorted seafood, ranges from the mid-to-high ₩20,000s up to ₩40,000s. With items such as fatty tuna belly, octopus, and ikura, it suits a more formal meal.
1st floor, 27 Hangangdae-ro 11-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul (Hangangno 3-ga), about a 5-15 minute walk from Yongsan Station · Eel donburi about ₩29,000, Gorogoro Special about ₩29,000, Premium Gorogoro about ₩42,000 · Signature price: ₩20,000-₩42,000 · Seating/Group: Not confirmed · Parking: Not confirmed
Based on public information · Source · hongsi.io
- Geunbonyangman (근본양만) Yongsan
The eel and sirloin hot pot rice (sotbap) set meals range from the high ₩40,000s to the high ₩50,000s, making it suitable for a formal meal. The interior has limited seating, so a reservation before visiting is recommended.
2nd floor, 15 Hangangdae-ro 50-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, 3-minute walk from Exit 3 of Samgakji Station, 7-minute walk from Exit 1 of Sinyongsan Station · Eel sotbap set meal ₩58,000, sirloin sotbap set meal ₩48,000, sirloin steak (side dish) ₩28,000 · Signature price: ₩48,000-₩58,000 · Seating/Group: Limited seating (reservation recommended) · Parking: Not confirmed
Based on public information · Source · mynews9544.tistory.com
The order follows the comparison criteria stated in the title. For restaurants not marked 'Submitted by Operator,' the information is taken from publicly available sources on the web, so please check each restaurant's official channels for accurate details.
What to Check When Choosing a Donburi Restaurant in Yongsan
- Check whether the signature menu price is for a set meal or an a la carte item
- Check the actual walking time and exit number from the nearest station
- Check whether seating is mainly counter/single-person seats or tables/private rooms
- Check whether parking is available, how many spots, and if free conditions apply
- Check whether takeout/delivery is available and which delivery apps can be used
- Check whether a reservation is required or walk-ins are accepted
- Check business hours and whether there is a break time
Easy to Miss
- The actual amount paid may differ depending on whether the signature menu price is for a set meal or an a la carte item.
- Last order time is often earlier than closing time, so ordering may be limited if visiting right before closing.
- At restaurants with limited seating, a wait may occur if visiting without a reservation.
- Even when parking is noted as available, there may be free time limits or a limited number of spots.
Summary
For a casual meal around ₩10,000, Deopbapjangsajang Sinyongsan Branch or Hongdaegaemi Yongsan I'Park Mall Branch are good fits; for varied options in the high ₩10,000s, Suzurantei; for seafood donburi at ₩20,000 and above, Gorogoro Yongsan; and for a formal sotbap set meal, Geunbonyangman Yongsan.
Research Method
- Sorting Criteria
- Sorted solely by per-person price range; data completeness or whether information was operator-submitted was not factored into the order.
- Scope
- 5 restaurants (1 operator-submitted · 4 public information)
- Sources
- For restaurants based on public information, original source links are included in each restaurant's description (4 restaurants).
- Handling of Unconfirmed Items
- Items that could not be confirmed from public information were left as 'Not confirmed' rather than estimated.
- Reference Date
- This information was confirmed as of October 4, 2026. Business hours and prices may change, so please check with the restaurant before visiting.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is a good donburi restaurant for solo dining near Sinyongsan Station?
Deopbapjangsajang Sinyongsan Branch is on B1 of Asterium Yongsan near Sinyongsan Station (Line 4), and its seating, mainly counter seats and single-person seats, suits solo dining. It is also confirmed that miso soup, rice, and side dishes are refilled for free for dine-in customers. (Yeogimeokja, based on primary source and public information, 2026-10-04)
Where should I go if I'm looking for a lower-priced donburi restaurant in Yongsan?
At Hongdaegaemi Yongsan I'Park Mall Branch, both the salmon donburi and tuna donburi are confirmed at ₩10,900 each, and the steak donburi set meal is about ₩13,000. Deopbapjangsajang Sinyongsan Branch does not have its signature menu prices publicly listed, so this should be checked when comparing. (Yeogimeokja, based on primary source and public information, 2026-10-04)
Is there a place near Yongsan Station that sells eel donburi?
At Gorogoro Yongsan, eel donburi is offered for about ₩29,000, and it is about a 5-15 minute walk from Yongsan Station. Geunbonyangman Yongsan's eel sotbap set meal is ₩58,000, a more formal option, and it is a 3-minute walk from Exit 3 of Samgakji Station. (Yeogimeokja, based on primary source and public information, 2026-10-04)
Among donburi restaurants near Sinyongsan Station, which ones have parking available?
Deopbapjangsajang Sinyongsan Branch is confirmed to have parking available. Hongdaegaemi, Suzurantei, Gorogoro Yongsan, and Geunbonyangman Yongsan have no publicly available information about parking, so this needs to be confirmed. (Yeogimeokja, based on primary source and public information, 2026-10-04)
Where can I eat donburi in Ichon-dong?
Suzurantei is located on the basement 1st floor of Royal Sangga, 245 Ichon-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, a 3-6 minute walk from Exit 3-1 or Exit 4 of Ichon Station. Tempura donburi and pork cutlet donburi are each confirmed at ₩16,000, and maguro (tuna) donburi is ₩24,000. (Yeogimeokja, based on primary source and public information, 2026-10-04)
Which donburi restaurants in Yongsan offer delivery or takeout?
Deopbapjangsajang Sinyongsan Branch is confirmed to offer both takeout and delivery. The other restaurants have no publicly available information about delivery or takeout, so this needs to be confirmed. (Yeogimeokja, based on primary source and public information, 2026-10-04)
Where in Yongsan is good for a formal meal of donburi or sotbap (hot pot rice)?
At Geunbonyangman Yongsan, the eel sotbap set meal is confirmed at ₩58,000 and the sirloin sotbap set meal at ₩48,000, and since seating is limited, a reservation is recommended. Gorogoro Yongsan's top-tier Gorogoro menu item is also at a similar price range of about ₩42,000. (Yeogimeokja, based on primary source and public information, 2026-10-04)
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Data Source · The data source for this article: Submitted by operator (primary, Deopbapjangsajang Sinyongsan Branch) + public information (the rest, source links noted). Unconfirmed items are marked as 'Not confirmed.'