Dwaeji gukbap and bibim milmyeon before KTX at Busan Station

When you come to Busan for a food trip, dwaeji gukbap (pork bone soup) and milmyeon (wheat noodles) are such iconic dishes that you feel a happy sense of obligation — "if I'm in Busan, I have to eat these at least once." We'd been diligently working through the food list all trip, and suddenly it was time to head home. So for our last stop before catching the KTX at Busan Station, we made an ambitious and satisfying plan: finish the trip with dwaeji gukbap and milmyeon!

Atmosphere and timing — clean and comfortable, perfect for KTX travelers

We got a great chance to have a delicious meal at Yeongdong Milmyeon & Dwaeji Gukbap, so as soon as we returned the rental car, we walked over excitedly.

• Comfortable, clean atmosphere: from the exterior to the interior, everything was very well kept, making a great first impression.
• Relaxed visit time: our train was at 4:30pm, so we deliberately arrived around 3pm to avoid the meal rush — the restaurant was quiet and roomy, making for a comfortable meal.
• A favorite with all ages and foreign visitors: even at that in-between hour, travelers kept coming in for dwaeji gukbap or sundae gukbap before leaving town, just like us, and we spotted foreign tourists enjoying Korean flavors too — proof of its global popularity.

Ordering dwaeji gukbap and bibim milmyeon together

We ordered the two stars of Busan food culture together — dwaeji gukbap and bibim milmyeon — and enjoyed a neat, well-arranged table.

Deep and clean dwaeji gukbap, with no gamey smell

The moment I took a spoonful of broth, I was amazed — how could there be zero gamey pork smell? The milky, savory broth was packed with tender meat, making it a mild, likeable flavor for pretty much anyone.

Bibim milmyeon with just the right springiness and bite

The bibim milmyeon we had alongside the soup felt like exactly the midpoint between jjolmyeon and bibim guksu. The noodles had a great springy chew, and slurped down easily with the sweet-spicy sauce.

A bite of hot, rich gukbap followed by spicy-sweet, chewy bibim milmyeon — it was the perfect ending, washing away all the travel fatigue.

How close is it to Busan Station? Location and access

• Location: in Choryang-dong, Dong-gu, Busan (3-5 minute walk from Busan Station)
• Public transit access: very close to KTX Busan Station and the subway Busan Station, making it ideal for your first or last stop in the city.
• Recommended for: getting both dwaeji gukbap and milmyeon in one sitting, saving significant travel time.

FAQ

Does the dwaeji gukbap have a strong gamey or fishy smell?

Not at all! The gamey smell is cleanly removed, leaving a savory, mild flavor that even soup newcomers or foreign visitors can enjoy without hesitation.

Is it okay to visit when you're cutting it close to KTX departure?

It's within easy walking distance of Busan Station and the food is served relatively quickly, making it a great meal spot right before boarding.

Which do you recommend — milmyeon or gukbap?

Since they serve both signature dishes, I'd strongly recommend visiting with company and ordering dwaeji gukbap and bibim milmyeon together to share.

Final verdict and highlights

• Perfectly smell-free dwaeji gukbap: deep and rich yet completely free of gamey odor, for a truly satisfying meal.
• Best access near Busan Station: you can knock out Busan's two signature dishes (milmyeon and dwaeji gukbap) in one stop before boarding the KTX — a great finale to the trip.

If you want to end your Busan trip on a clean, satisfying note, be sure to stop by Yeongdong Milmyeon & Dwaeji Gukbap, right near Busan Station!