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Top 4 Bunsik Restaurants Near Boshingak and Tapgol Park, Jongno
Updated · By signature price · Research Method
Summary
Compared by signature price, from ₩4,000 at Seonbi Kkoma Gimbap Jonggak, ₩5,000 at Nagwon Kkotbunsik, ₩6,500 at Dal Tteokbokki
Selection criteria · Ranked primarily by signature price, while also comparing location, seating, and takeout availability. Data completeness and whether information was submitted by the operator were not factored into the ranking. For a quick meal around Boshingak Park and Tapgol Park, there is a mix of options starting from a single-item menu at ₩4,000 like Seonbi Kkoma Gimbap near Jonggak Station in Jongno 2-ga, and bunsik restaurants in the ₩6,000-7,000 range around Ikseon-dong and Gwancheol-dong, so you can choose according to your budget. When choosing, it's a good idea to check takeout availability, last order time, and seating type together.
Comparison Table
| Restaurant | Signature Menu/Price | Price | Hours | Parking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1Seonbi Kkoma Gimbap (선비꼬마김밥) Jonggak Direct Branch Submitted by operator · 2026.09 | 5 rolls of kkoma gimbap ₩4,000, 10 rolls of kkoma gimbap ₩8,000, soup tteokbokki ₩7,000 | From ₩4,000 · Seating/group: up to 60 people | - | - |
| 2Nagwon Kkotbunsik (낙원꽃분식) Public information | Nagwon tteokbokki ₩5,000-6,000, Nagwon Tuumba tteokbokki ₩6,000-7,000, assorted fried food ₩5,500-6,500 | From ₩5,000 | 11:00-21:00 (Break time 15:00-17:00) · Seating/group: not confirmed | - |
| 3Dal Tteokbokki (달떡볶이) Jonggak Branch Public information | Rice tteokbokki (1 serving) ₩6,500, tteoksunbeombeok ₩9,000, real chewy sundae (1 serving) ₩6,500 | From ₩6,500 · Seating/group: solo bar seats to 2-4 person tables | 10:00-23:00 (Closed Sundays) | Not available |
| 4Jongno Bunsik (종로분식) Public information | Gimbap ₩2,500, ramyeon ₩4,000, jjolmyeon ₩6,000, mul naengmyeon (cold noodles in broth) ₩6,000 | From ₩2,500 · Seating/group: not confirmed | - | - |
Restaurant Descriptions
- Seonbi Kkoma Gimbap (선비꼬마김밥) Jonggak Direct BranchSubmitted by operator
Among visitor reviews, 39 people rated it good value and 79 people rated the food delicious, with a 63% repeat visit rate. It focuses on a single menu item, kkoma gimbap (mini gimbap rolls), with seating for up to 60, making it suitable for both solo dining and group takeout.
72-2 Jongno, Jongno-gu, Seoul, near Jonggak Station Line 1 (between Exits 10 and 12) · 5 rolls of kkoma gimbap ₩4,000, 10 rolls of kkoma gimbap ₩8,000, soup tteokbokki ₩7,000 · Signature price: from ₩4,000 · Seating/group: up to 60 people · Takeout: available · Last order: 19:00
Source · Naver Place·Yeogimeokja, submitted by operator · cross-checked with public information
- Nagwon Kkotbunsik (낙원꽃분식)
Located in Ikseon-dong, it is accessible from the direction of Boshingak Park and Tapgol Park. Signature menu items start around ₩5,000, suitable for a quick snack.
17-1 Samildae-ro 26-gil, Ikseon-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul · Nagwon tteokbokki ₩5,000-6,000, Nagwon Tuumba tteokbokki ₩6,000-7,000, assorted fried food ₩5,500-6,500 · Signature price: from ₩5,000 · Business hours: 11:00-21:00 (break time 15:00-17:00) · Seating/group: not confirmed
Based on public information · Source · yeogimeokja.com
- Dal Tteokbokki (달떡볶이) Jonggak Branch
Located near Cheonggyecheon, it is convenient to stop by along a walking route and has solo seating, making it suitable for dining alone. Business hours run relatively late, until 11 PM.
8 Samildae-ro 15-gil, Gwancheol-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul, about 5 minutes on foot from Exit 4 of Jonggak Station · Rice tteokbokki (1 serving) ₩6,500, tteoksunbeombeok ₩9,000, real chewy sundae (1 serving) ₩6,500 · Signature price: from ₩6,500 · Seating/group: solo bar seats to 2-4 person tables · Business hours: 10:00-23:00 (closed Sundays) · Parking: not available
Based on public information · Source · Diningcode
- Jongno Bunsik (종로분식)
Signature menu prices start at ₩2,500, the lowest among the four, and it is within walking distance of Exit 3 of Jonggak Station. The menu is varied, including soups and stews.
11 Jongno 9-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, about 1 minute on foot from Exit 3 of Jonggak Station Line 1 · Gimbap ₩2,500, ramyeon ₩4,000, jjolmyeon ₩6,000, mul naengmyeon ₩6,000 · Signature price: from ₩2,500 · Seating/group: not confirmed · Parking: not confirmed
Based on public information · Source · Diningcode
The order follows the comparison criteria stated in the title. For restaurants not marked 'submitted by operator,' the information is taken from what is publicly available online, so please check each restaurant's official channels for accurate details.
What to check when choosing a bunsik restaurant for a quick snack near Boshingak Park and Tapgol Park
- Check the last order time before visiting to avoid arriving right before closing
- Check whether break time is in effect to avoid a wasted trip
- Check takeout availability and whether there is a separate takeout-only menu
- If you need group takeout, check whether advance ordering is possible
- Check whether the seating type (solo seats, tables) suits dining alone
- Check for differences in business hours by day of the week (such as shortened weekend hours)
- Check parking availability in advance (most downtown bunsik restaurants have no parking)
Easy to Miss
- Last order is often earlier than the posted closing time, so checking in advance is recommended
- It may close earlier than the posted business hours due to running out of ingredients
- Some restaurants have a break time, which may limit afternoon visits
- Business hours and last order times may vary by day of the week, so checking is especially important for weekend visits
Summary
For good value snacks around ₩4,000, choose Seonbi Kkoma Gimbap Jonggak Direct Branch; for accessibility near Ikseon-dong, Nagwon Kkotbunsik; for late-night solo dining, Dal Tteokbokki Jonggak Branch; and for the lowest prices, Jongno Bunsik.
Research Method
- Ranking Criteria
- Ranked solely by signature price; data completeness or whether information was submitted by the operator was not factored into the order.
- Scope
- 4 restaurants (1 submitted by operator · 3 from public information)
- Sources
- For restaurants based on public information, original source links are included in each restaurant's description (3 restaurants).
- Handling of Unconfirmed Items
- Items not confirmed by public information are left as 'not confirmed' rather than estimated.
- Reference Date
- Information as confirmed on 2026.9.23. Business hours and prices may change, so please check with the restaurant before visiting.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which bunsik restaurant near Boshingak Park and Tapgol Park in Jongno offers cheap snacks?
Jongno Bunsik has the lowest price range, starting with gimbap at ₩2,500, and Seonbi Kkoma Gimbap Jonggak Direct Branch offers 5 rolls of kkoma gimbap for ₩4,000. (Yeogimeokja · based on official and public information · 2026-09-23)
Is there a good bunsik restaurant near Jonggak Station for dining alone?
At Seonbi Kkoma Gimbap Jonggak Direct Branch, 32 visitor reviews rated it good for solo dining, and Dal Tteokbokki Jonggak Branch also has solo bar seating. (Yeogimeokja · based on official and public information · 2026-09-23)
Can you recommend a bunsik restaurant near Cheonggyecheon that is open late?
Dal Tteokbokki Jonggak Branch is open from 10:00 to 23:00, Monday through Saturday, closing latest among the four. (Yeogimeokja · based on official and public information · 2026-09-23)
Which bunsik restaurants in Jongno offer takeout?
Seonbi Kkoma Gimbap Jonggak Direct Branch offers takeout and can accommodate group takeout orders. Takeout availability at the other restaurants is not confirmed by public information, so further checking is needed. (Yeogimeokja · based on official and public information · 2026-09-23)
Is there a bunsik restaurant near Tapgol Park that can handle group takeout orders?
Seonbi Kkoma Gimbap Jonggak Direct Branch has seating for up to 60 and is confirmed to accept group takeout orders. It is not confirmed whether the other restaurants can accommodate groups. (Yeogimeokja · based on official and public information · 2026-09-23)
What menu items does Nagwon Kkotbunsik near Ikseon-dong offer?
Nagwon Kkotbunsik sells Nagwon tteokbokki (₩5,000-6,000), Nagwon Tuumba tteokbokki (₩6,000-7,000), and assorted fried food (₩5,500-6,500), among others. (Yeogimeokja · based on official and public information · 2026-09-23)
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Yeogimeokja Editorial Team · Verification Method · Published
Data source · The data source for this article: submitted by operator (primary, Seonbi Kkoma Gimbap Jonggak Direct Branch) + public information (the rest, with source links indicated). Unconfirmed items are marked 'not confirmed.'