Beef Manjo pizza for two in Hongdae, Seoul: Hongdae Hwadeok Pizza

My sister said she wanted pizza, so we went to Hongdae Hwadeok Pizza, a Hapjeong favorite! I'd actually been here before, but with so many pizza places around these days, I wanted to show her a proper wood-fired pizza place where even the dough is good. Half-and-half pizza with two flavors plus pasta, and it was a success again 🖤

Where Hongdae Hwadeok Pizza is and when it opens

Hongdae Hwadeok Pizza, a Hapjeong Station favorite, is at 5 Dokmak-ro 7-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul, 1st floor. Hours are 11:30 - 22:00, closed every Tuesday.

Why Hongdae Hwadeok Pizza works for meeting friends in Hapjeong or Hongdae

It took about 7-8 minutes on foot from Hapjeong Station. A convenient location if you're meeting somewhere between Hongdae and Hapjeong!

Inside Hongdae Hwadeok Pizza: atmosphere and seating

Once inside, the atmosphere is cozier and friendlier than I expected! Doesn't it give off that nostalgic old-Hongdae feel? Haha. They have both 4-person and 2-person tables. Rather than the noisy pizzeria vibe, it's a comfortable spot for chatting over a meal. I'd recommend it for a Hapjeong date or group gathering too.

It's so cute and charming 🖤 The sunlight comes in nicely during the day, but it's pretty in a different way in the evening too. We visited on a weekday evening and there were quite a few customers. ✔ I'd recommend a Naver Reservation too.

Can you order half-and-half pizza at Hongdae Hwadeok Pizza?

There's... so many pizza options on the menu that it takes a while to decide, but luckily you can order a half-and-half pizza, so we picked two flavors. Haha. ✔ There's a four-flavor option too!

Gamberi crema penne ₩18,500 / Manjo & Croccante ₩25,000 / Orange ade ₩7,000

We carefully picked the beef-topped Manjo pizza, the Croccante topped with shrimp and garlic chips, and the penne pasta on top of that.

Gamberi crema penne, the signature pasta to order

We ordered pasta because it felt like a waste to only have pizza! We picked the signature gamberi crema — once you taste it, you instantly understand why it's the signature dish. Ridiculously good 🖤

First, the cream is quite rich and the cheese flavor is strong too 🖤 It's a combination that could easily be too heavy, but a slightly spicy kick cuts through the richness. Rich cream → savory cheese → a touch of spice — the flavor keeps pulling you back in!

It's not the usual long pasta noodle but penne, so the sauce clings well between the pieces and it's easy to scoop up with a fork or spoon. A bite of pizza followed by a bite of this rich pasta is such a great combo... ✔ You can choose the pasta type, so pick whatever you prefer!

Manjo and Croccante half-and-half pizza, 25,000 won

Hongdae Hwadeok Pizza's Manjo & Croccante half-and-half pizza is ₩25,000.

Beef Manjo pizza was the best bite of the night

We picked two flavors for our half-and-half pizza and honestly... this choice was flawless that day. I completely recommend this combo!!

When you lift a slice, the cheese stretches out endlessly, and that's honestly the best part...! Can you see the cheese in the photo, haha. The wood-fired dough, the generous cheese, and the beef together in one bite — it was truly delicious.

Personally, the Manjo was the tastiest 🖤 The beef on top adds a savory, salty umami that pairs so well with the cheese. I haven't had many pizzas topped with beef, but I really want to recommend this Manjo pizza. Huhuhu...

Croccante pizza and its crisp, crunchy texture

The other side, the Croccante pizza, was delicious too. Topped with shrimp and garlic chips, it has a completely different charm from the Manjo. The crunchy texture of the garlic chips especially stands out!

The crispy bits amid the soft cheese made eating fun and paired well with the shrimp too. As for the dough, well... the Croccante's cheese stretches really nicely too, so as cheese lovers we were very satisfied haha. The Manjo pizza shines with the rich flavor of meat and cheese, while the Croccante offers a more varied flavor and texture thanks to the shrimp and garlic chips.

Orange ade, 7,000 won, tasting of fresh-squeezed orange

I thought ₩7,000 for orange ade was a bit pricey, but once it arrives, you realize it's different!! It genuinely tastes like fresh orange ade!!! It wasn't an artificial sweetness, which made it even better.

When you want wood-fired pizza in Hapjeong or Hongdae

My sister said she wanted pizza, so I took her here, and we left in a great mood — Hongdae Hwadeok Pizza.

• Half-and-half pizza to enjoy two flavors
• The Manjo pizza with its amazing beef-and-cheese combo
• Croccante with shrimp and crispy garlic chips
• The rich, slightly spicy gamberi crema
• A great atmosphere for a date or group gathering

If two of you are visiting like we did, I highly, highly recommend the Manjo + Croccante half-and-half pizza plus the gamberi crema combo. Personally, the beef-topped Manjo pizza was my favorite — everything, pizza and pasta alike, was so tasty that I'll have to try other pizzas next time. If you're looking for a good-atmosphere wood-fired pizzeria near Hapjeong Station, give it a visit!