Konkuk Univ. Japanese spot, green window view: salmon & udon, Hekbap

What is Hekbap Konkuk University Main Branch like?

Hekbap Konkuk University Main Branch (핵밥 건대본점) is a restaurant in Konkuk Univ. whose main dishes are Japanese home-style (gajeong) rice bowls and ramen. Guys, I found a real hidden gem in Konkuk Univ.! The value, the food quality and the atmosphere all satisfied me.

It's a great place to eat alone, go on a date, or come with friends. I felt happily satisfied the whole time I was eating. So let me give you my honest review of the visit.

Getting to Hekbap Konkuk University Main Branch: 3–4 minutes from Exit 2

Hekbap is a 3–4 minute walk from Exit 2 of Konkuk Univ. Station. Walk a little from the station and you'll see a building with a claw machine shop and a vape store on the ground floor,

and the restaurant is right there on the 2nd floor. It's easy to find even on a first visit. The surrounding area is lively too, so it's nice to wander around before or after your meal.

It works well as a meeting spot or as one stop on a Konkuk Univ. date course. On a nice day, it's a pleasant place to stroll to.

Inside Hekbap and the window seat atmosphere

Inside, soft lighting and clean interiors create a comfortable mood. I especially loved the window seats. Through the floor-to-ceiling glass,

you can see a street full of green, which made the whole meal feel relaxed.

There's a variety of seating, from solo seats to spacious tables,

so it's a space you can comfortably use with anyone.

What's on the menu at Hekbap?

Hekbap gathers popular Japanese home-style dishes in one place: rice bowls (donburi), ramen, udon, soba and katsu (breaded cutlet), so the menu is really varied. Prices are reasonable too, so if you're looking for a good-value Konkuk Univ. restaurant, it should satisfy you.

I also liked that with such a wide menu, everyone in your group can enjoy what they want even if your tastes differ.

How were the salmon rice bowl and mini udon?

Okay~ now let's get to the taste review.

The salmon rice bowl caught my eye the moment it came out. Appetizing salmon, crunchy onion and an egg yolk on top,

it looked perfect. I popped the yolk and mixed it with the salmon, and the nutty richness and softness filled my mouth.

The salmon was fresh too,

so every bite was really satisfying.

The mini udon served alongside had a rich yet clean broth, and it rounded off the meal nice and filling.

Is the cube steak rice bowl generous with the meat?

When the cube steak rice bowl came out, it was piled with nicely grilled cube steak. The looks are great, right? haha

On the first bite, the outside had a subtle smoky grill flavor and the inside was moist and juicy, so the meat's flavor came through richer the more I chewed.

The salty-sweet special sauce soaked into the rice, and the meat and rice went together really well.

The portion of meat was generous too, so I could eat meat with rice right to the last spoonful. If you need a hearty meal, or you're craving meat, you won't regret ordering this.

Overall verdict on Hekbap Konkuk University Main Branch

To wrap up: if you're looking for a filling meal in Konkuk Univ., Hekbap is a really satisfying choice. Clean atmosphere, a varied menu and good-value prices. It suits solo meals, dates and get-togethers with friends.

It's charming enough that after one visit you'll get curious about the other dishes. I plan to come back and try something else next time. If you're looking for tasty rice bowls or Japanese home-style food near Konkuk Univ., definitely stop by Hekbap!

Hekbap opening hours and parking info

• Address: 127 Neungdong-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul, South Korea (2nd floor)
• Opening hours: Daily 11:00–21:00
• Break time: 15:00–16:30
• Parking: No parking lot