# Gwangjin izakaya with partitioned seats and sashimi: Ito - By Evening Walker (https://superchart.com/en/@evening-walker/) - Written Sep 7, 2026 - Updated Sep 14, 2026 - Local places › Bars › Gwangjin, Seoul - Sponsored: This visit was sponsored by the business. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@evening-walker/ito-kondae-date-sashimi/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@evening-walker/ito-kondae-date-sashimi/index.md) ## In short Ito is a basement izakaya in Gwangjin, Seoul, about a two-minute walk from Konkuk University Station. Three of us shared assorted sashimi, a mizutaki set, and Napolitan udon; the partitioned tables made conversation easy, though Saturday seats filled quickly after 6 p.m. ## Good to know - **Address**: 서울 광진구 아차산로33길 22 지하1층 — 22 Achasan-ro 33-gil, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul, South Korea, basement level - **Getting there**: About a two-minute walk from Exit 2 of Konkuk University Station - **Hours listed at the time**: 5:00 p.m.–1:00 a.m.; closed every Monday - **Seating**: Bar tables, couple seats, group seating, and partitions at each table - **Reservations and amenities**: Naver reservations, private venue rental, Wi-Fi, and free corkage - **Visit conditions**: No-kids zone; small and medium-sized dogs are allowed - **Parking**: No parking at the restaurant; nearby parking lots are recommended - **Set ordered**: Assorted sashimi + mizutaki, ₩63,000; extra sashimi serving, ₩15,000 - **Additional dish**: Napolitan udon, ₩21,000 - **Drinks ordered**: Earl Grey highball, ₩7,000; draft beer, ₩5,000; Jinro, ₩5,500 *as written by the visitor on Sep 7, 2026* I went to Ito (이토), a Gwangjin izakaya, with my husband and younger brother. Each table had a partition, which made conversation easy, and I liked that we could order assorted sashimi and a chicken hot pot together. The owner and staff were also friendly. ![Representative photo from a visit to Ito izakaya in Gwangjin](https://img.superchart.com/images/ito-kondae-date-sashimi/ito-kondae-date-sashimi-01-1n8nj-900.webp) ![Drinks at Ito izakaya in Gwangjin](https://img.superchart.com/images/ito-kondae-date-sashimi/ito-kondae-date-sashimi-02-14sqt-900.webp) ## How do you get there from Konkuk University Station? Ito is about a two-minute walk from Exit 2 of Konkuk University Station. The address is 22 Achasan-ro 33-gil, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul, basement level. ![Ito izakaya near Konkuk University Station](https://img.superchart.com/images/ito-kondae-date-sashimi/ito-kondae-date-sashimi-04-vfzlr-900.webp) The hours listed when I visited were 5:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. the following day, and the restaurant was closed every Monday. The restaurant did not have parking, so visitors were directed to nearby parking lots. ![Restaurant information at Ito izakaya in Gwangjin](https://img.superchart.com/images/ito-kondae-date-sashimi/ito-kondae-date-sashimi-03-x2me4-m-900.webp) ## Is it good for conversation on a blind date or regular date? After going down about half a floor from the entrance, I found a cozy space. Although it was underground, the ceiling was high, and the interior was clean. ![Ito’s space after going down half a floor](https://img.superchart.com/images/ito-kondae-date-sashimi/ito-kondae-date-sashimi-05-1cc07-m-900.webp) There were partitions at each table, so it was easy to talk with my group. The lighting was also soft, and I felt it would suit a blind date or a regular date. ![Ito’s partitioned tables and soft lighting](https://img.superchart.com/images/ito-kondae-date-sashimi/ito-kondae-date-sashimi-06-ckbvr-900.webp) We visited around 5:30 p.m. on a Saturday, and the seats filled quickly after 6 p.m. If you have an important appointment, it would be a good idea to make a reservation in advance. The restaurant’s information listed bar tables, couple seats, and group seating, along with Naver reservations and private venue rental. Corkage was free, and Wi-Fi was available. It was a no-kids zone, and small and medium-sized dogs were allowed. ## What did three people order, and how much did it cost? The menu included everything from sashimi and hot pots to fried dishes and udon. There were options for a first drinks outing that included a meal, as well as a second stop with dishes to share alongside drinks. ![Ito menu listing sashimi and hot pots](https://img.superchart.com/images/ito-kondae-date-sashimi/ito-kondae-date-sashimi-07-12t22-900.webp) ![Ito menu showing various dishes to share](https://img.superchart.com/images/ito-kondae-date-sashimi/ito-kondae-date-sashimi-08-b5dfv-900.webp) We ordered the assorted sashimi and mizutaki set, added one serving of sashimi, and also ordered Napolitan udon. These were the dishes and prices we ordered during our visit. - Assorted sashimi + mizutaki set: ₩63,000 - Extra serving of sashimi: ₩15,000 - Napolitan udon: ₩21,000 - Earl Grey highball: ₩7,000 - Draft beer: ₩5,000 per glass; 5 glasses ordered - Jinro: ₩5,500 per bottle; 3 bottles ordered The Earl Grey highball was sweet, with a strong Earl Grey flavor. The drinks included soju, beer, highballs, and sake, and soft drinks were also available. ![Drinks ordered with my group at Ito](https://img.superchart.com/images/ito-kondae-date-sashimi/ito-kondae-date-sashimi-09-6vyub-900.webp) The complimentary starter was beans. ![Beans served as Ito’s complimentary starter](https://img.superchart.com/images/ito-kondae-date-sashimi/ito-kondae-date-sashimi-10-10i8h-900.webp) ## What came with the assorted sashimi? We added one serving of sashimi for ₩15,000. The assorted sashimi I ate came with salmon, botan shrimp, abalone, tuna, yellowtail, mackerel, sea bream, ankimo, and egg. ![Ito assorted sashimi ordered with extra sashimi](https://img.superchart.com/images/ito-kondae-date-sashimi/ito-kondae-date-sashimi-11-755ja-900.webp) I also liked that sushi rice came with it. I put the thick salmon on the rice and ate it like sushi, and the salmon felt soft and melting. ![Ito assorted sashimi with sushi rice](https://img.superchart.com/images/ito-kondae-date-sashimi/ito-kondae-date-sashimi-12-i9q8x-900.webp) ![Ito assorted sashimi with several fish varieties](https://img.superchart.com/images/ito-kondae-date-sashimi/ito-kondae-date-sashimi-13-dswk3-900.webp) Each fish had a different flavor and texture, so it was fun to alternate between them. The chewy texture of the sea bream stood out to me in particular. ![A bite of Ito sashimi with varied textures](https://img.superchart.com/images/ito-kondae-date-sashimi/ito-kondae-date-sashimi-14-fdp9j-900.webp) ![Ito sashimi assortment with several varieties](https://img.superchart.com/images/ito-kondae-date-sashimi/ito-kondae-date-sashimi-15-19dmj-900.webp) When I ate the mackerel, it was savory without a fishy smell, and the abalone went well with the rich geu sauce served on top. Overall, everything felt fresh, and I enjoyed the sashimi. ![Assorted sashimi including mackerel and abalone](https://img.superchart.com/images/ito-kondae-date-sashimi/ito-kondae-date-sashimi-16-s6xgw-900.webp) ![Assorted sashimi tasted piece by piece at Ito](https://img.superchart.com/images/ito-kondae-date-sashimi/ito-kondae-date-sashimi-17-u6s3w-900.webp) ## How were the mizutaki broth and chicken? Mizutaki is a Japanese-style chicken hot pot. It contained a generous amount of chicken, several kinds of mushrooms, cabbage, and other vegetables. ![Ito mizutaki with chicken and vegetables](https://img.superchart.com/images/ito-kondae-date-sashimi/ito-kondae-date-sashimi-18-15gnr-900.webp) The broth was clear and mild, but it had a deep chicken flavor and savory umami. It was not overpowering, so I kept taking spoonfuls, and the chicken was tender. The mushrooms and cabbage added more variety to the texture. ![Ito chicken hot pot with mushrooms and cabbage](https://img.superchart.com/images/ito-kondae-date-sashimi/ito-kondae-date-sashimi-19-1ru9j-900.webp) I liked the set because I could have a warm broth alongside the sashimi. ## Was the Napolitan udon a filling dish to share with drinks? I wanted something spicy and starchy, so we added the Napolitan udon. ![Ito Napolitan udon ordered as an extra dish](https://img.superchart.com/images/ito-kondae-date-sashimi/ito-kondae-date-sashimi-20-185av-900.webp) The sweet-and-tangy tomato sauce went well with the springy udon noodles. The sauce had soaked into the noodles, so I kept reaching for more. ![Ito Napolitan udon with tomato sauce](https://img.superchart.com/images/ito-kondae-date-sashimi/ito-kondae-date-sashimi-21-9spm5-900.webp) We dipped the bread that came with it into the sauce. There were also plump shrimp, making it a filling dish to share with drinks. ![Ito udon noodles coated in sauce](https://img.superchart.com/images/ito-kondae-date-sashimi/ito-kondae-date-sashimi-22-1ewwc-900.webp) ![Napolitan udon with bread and shrimp](https://img.superchart.com/images/ito-kondae-date-sashimi/ito-kondae-date-sashimi-23-1lyly-900.webp) That day, we were given pineapple sherbet as a service, which we ate as a palate cleanser. I liked the soft lighting and partitioned seats, but I was also satisfied with the meal of sashimi and hot pot. ![Pineapple sherbet served as a complimentary dessert at Ito](https://img.superchart.com/images/ito-kondae-date-sashimi/ito-kondae-date-sashimi-24-1e5ix-900.webp) ## Where it is - Ito (이토) - 22 Achasan-ro 33-gil, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul, South Korea, basement level — 서울특별시 광진구 아차산로33길 22 지하1층 - 서울특별시 광진구 아차산로33길 22 지하1층 - 37.5412169, 127.0703323 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EC%9D%B4%ED%86%A0/@37.5412169,127.0703323,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@evening-walker/ito-kondae-date-sashimi/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt