# Seoul Korean BBQ group party with 15% off in Gangnam: Bongu Hwarro - By Chaerin (https://superchart.com/en/@golmok-coffee-walk/) - Written Sep 3, 2026 - Local places › Restaurants › Gangnam, Seoul - Sponsored: This post was written after receiving a complimentary visit from the restaurant. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@golmok-coffee-walk/gangnam-bonguhwaro-charcoal-pork-wedding-discount/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@golmok-coffee-walk/gangnam-bonguhwaro-charcoal-pork-wedding-discount/index.md) ## In short Bongu Hwarro is a 150-seat charcoal grill Korean BBQ restaurant on Bongeunsa-ro 18-gil, between Gangnam Station and Sinnonhyeon Station in Seoul. During Bongu Hwarro's 20th anniversary event, pork belly and pork neck are half price, so the writer grilled grade-1 domestic pork belly and Iberico pork neck, then cooked one free Shin Ramyun per person on the restaurant's dedicated ramyeon machine. With a 15% extra discount for wedding invite (cheongcheopjang) party bookings, Bongu Hwarro works well for large group gatherings. ## Good to know - **Location**: 76 Bongeunsa-ro 18-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul (Star Palace) - **Hours**: Mon–Sat 11:00–23:30, Sun 11:00–23:00 - **Seating**: 150 seats, groups welcome - **Reservations**: Available via Naver Reservation - **Amenities**: Separate men's/women's restrooms, Wi-Fi, mobile payment - **Event**: 20th anniversary: half-price pork belly and pork neck - **Service**: One free ramyeon per person (Shin Ramyun), ramyeon cooking machine on site - **Extra perk**: 15% extra discount coupon for wedding invite (cheongcheopjang) party bookings *as written by the visitor on Sep 3, 2026* I had plans to meet a friend near Gangnam Station a while back, so I went on a search frenzy trying to figure out where to go. That's when I found this amazing BBQ place running a massive 20th anniversary event, and I rushed right over. It's Bongu Hwarro, a Gangnam Station favorite! ## Where is Bongu Hwarro and what are its hours? - 📍Location: 76 Bongeunsa-ro 18-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea (Star Palace) - ⏰Hours: Mon–Sat 11:00–23:30 / Sun 11:00–23:00 - 📢Other: Naver Reservation available, 150-seat capacity for group use, separate men's/women's restrooms, Wi-Fi, easy pay ### Bongu Hwarro's alley entrance between Gangnam and Sinnonhyeon Stations ![Bongu Hwarro's Gangnam Station branch exterior seen through the alley](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-bonguhwaro-charcoal-pork-wedding-discount/gangnam-bonguhwaro-charcoal-pork-wedding-discount-01-6xo7p-900.webp) I typed in the address and made my way there, and even from between the alley buildings the big storefront caught my eye right away. ![Bongu Hwarro entrance with a Blue Ribbon mark](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-bonguhwaro-charcoal-pork-wedding-discount/gangnam-bonguhwaro-charcoal-pork-wedding-discount-02-1rltu-900.webp) *A Blue Ribbon-recognized restaurant!!* Bongu Hwarro sits roughly between Gangnam Station and Sinnonhyeon Station, so it's super accessible by public transit too. ## Half-price pork for Bongu Hwarro's 20th anniversary Right by the entrance was a huge banner announcing the 20th anniversary half-price meat event. In this era of high prices, being able to eat pork belly and pork neck at half price right in the middle of Gangnam — the owner's generosity is really something, isn't it? Bongu Hwarro is honestly the best!! ## Inside the 150-seat dining room, built for group gatherings ![Overview of Bongu Hwarro's 150-seat interior](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-bonguhwaro-charcoal-pork-wedding-discount/gangnam-bonguhwaro-charcoal-pork-wedding-discount-03-1kfz3-900.webp) ![Bongu Hwarro's hall seating with wide table spacing](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-bonguhwaro-charcoal-pork-wedding-discount/gangnam-bonguhwaro-charcoal-pork-wedding-discount-04-44bux-900.webp) ![Interior of Bongu Hwarro's large, group-friendly restaurant](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-bonguhwaro-charcoal-pork-wedding-discount/gangnam-bonguhwaro-charcoal-pork-wedding-discount-05-13ydy-900.webp) The moment I walked in, my jaw dropped at the sheer size of the place! Being a massive 150-seat restaurant, the tables were spaced generously with no cramped feeling at all. It felt like the perfect, comfortable spot for a company dinner or a wedding invite gathering. ![Table setting at Bongu Hwarro](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-bonguhwaro-charcoal-pork-wedding-discount/gangnam-bonguhwaro-charcoal-pork-wedding-discount-06-q9cxx-900.webp) ## Banchan at Bongu Hwarro: dongchimi and soy-marinated crab ![Basic banchan spread at Bongu Hwarro](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-bonguhwaro-charcoal-pork-wedding-discount/gangnam-bonguhwaro-charcoal-pork-wedding-discount-07-1ay2x-900.webp) Once we sat down, staff quickly set out the basic banchan (side dishes). ![Radish salad, scallion salad, dongchimi and other side dishes for the meat](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-bonguhwaro-charcoal-pork-wedding-discount/gangnam-bonguhwaro-charcoal-pork-wedding-discount-08-fe4yt-900.webp) From radish salad, which pairs perfectly with meat, to crisp scallion salad and cool dongchimi (watery radish kimchi), the spread was generous. Every side dish was fresh and perfectly seasoned, so my chopsticks kept going even before the meat hit the grill. ![Soy-marinated crab served as a side dish](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-bonguhwaro-charcoal-pork-wedding-discount/gangnam-bonguhwaro-charcoal-pork-wedding-discount-09-9fmak-900.webp) They even brought out soy-marinated crab!!! ## The signature charcoal grill that slides into your table ![Charcoal brazier set into the center of the table](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-bonguhwaro-charcoal-pork-wedding-discount/gangnam-bonguhwaro-charcoal-pork-wedding-discount-10-19yxu-966.webp) Then the real star of this place — an actual charcoal brazier — was set right into the center of our table! Seeing it packed with glowing charcoal, I was instantly convinced the meat grilled on it couldn't possibly taste bad. 😝 ## Grade-1 domestic pork belly and Iberico pork neck ![Table spread of the ordered grade-1 domestic pork belly and Iberico pork neck](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-bonguhwaro-charcoal-pork-wedding-discount/gangnam-bonguhwaro-charcoal-pork-wedding-discount-11-abcor-900.webp) Finally, our order of grade-1 domestic pork belly and Iberico pork neck arrived! I'd been a little worried the meat quality might dip during the half-price event, but that worry turned out to be completely unfounded. ![Close-up of thickly sliced raw pork belly](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-bonguhwaro-charcoal-pork-wedding-discount/gangnam-bonguhwaro-charcoal-pork-wedding-discount-12-1ou4n-900.webp) Seeing the thick cuts with vivid pink marbling, I couldn't help but let out a gasp of admiration. ### Grilling the pork belly first ![Pork belly grilling on the grate](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-bonguhwaro-charcoal-pork-wedding-discount/gangnam-bonguhwaro-charcoal-pork-wedding-discount-13-1ssnw-900.webp) I carefully laid the pork belly on the heated grate to start cooking! Thanks to the brazier's strong heat, the surface browned quickly, sealing in the juices. ![Pork belly grilled to a golden brown](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-bonguhwaro-charcoal-pork-wedding-discount/gangnam-bonguhwaro-charcoal-pork-wedding-discount-14-15lzi-900.webp) Flipped back and forth until golden brown, the pork belly came in perfectly bite-sized pieces, so there was no need to cut it at all!! ![A piece of pork belly infused with charcoal aroma](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-bonguhwaro-charcoal-pork-wedding-discount/gangnam-bonguhwaro-charcoal-pork-wedding-discount-15-2g9da-1200.webp) The charcoal aroma had soaked deep into the meat, giving it a subtle smoky note that was amazing. ![Cross-section of pork belly grilled crispy outside, tender inside](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-bonguhwaro-charcoal-pork-wedding-discount/gangnam-bonguhwaro-charcoal-pork-wedding-discount-16-3k0i2-900.webp) The fat rendered out beautifully, leaving it crispy outside and juicy inside — the textbook definition of crispy-yet-tender. ![Iberico pork neck cooking on the brazier](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-bonguhwaro-charcoal-pork-wedding-discount/gangnam-bonguhwaro-charcoal-pork-wedding-discount-17-1nevd-900.webp) After finishing off the pork belly, I dug into the pork neck too, no leftovers! ## One free ramyeon per person on the Hangang ramyeon machine ![Self-serve corner for the free Shin Ramyun, one bowl per person](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-bonguhwaro-charcoal-pork-wedding-discount/gangnam-bonguhwaro-charcoal-pork-wedding-discount-18-hxr8g-900.webp) As we were happily eating our way through the meat and starting to crave something brothy, I went to check out Bongu Hwarro's other great perk — the free ramyeon (Korean instant noodles) station, one bowl per person! They even had Shin Ramyun ready to go. With a dedicated ramyeon cooking machine set up, anyone can easily cook up a perfectly chewy bowl of noodles. ![Dedicated ramyeon cooking machine with noodle containers](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-bonguhwaro-charcoal-pork-wedding-discount/gangnam-bonguhwaro-charcoal-pork-wedding-discount-19-7je7a-900.webp) You just put the noodles and soup base into the container and press a button, and the machine automatically measures the water and cook time — so convenient. ![Hangang Ramyeon bubbling away](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-bonguhwaro-charcoal-pork-wedding-discount/gangnam-bonguhwaro-charcoal-pork-wedding-discount-20-15zsw-900.webp) The smell of the bubbling ramyeon was every bit as good as the meat! There was even barley shrimp powder on the side, and adding it gave the broth a refreshing shrimp-soup flavor 😝 ## 15% extra discount for wedding invite party bookings They said that if you book as a wedding invite (cheongcheopjang) gathering, they'll give you an extra 15% discount coupon, so if you're trying to figure out where to host your group, definitely book through Naver Reservation and check it out! ## Free ice cream to finish the meal ![Ice cream served after the meal](https://img.superchart.com/images/gangnam-bonguhwaro-charcoal-pork-wedding-discount/gangnam-bonguhwaro-charcoal-pork-wedding-discount-21-1pof1-900.webp) It had genuinely been a while since I found such a great value BBQ spot near Gangnam Station, and I finished the meal completely satisfied. Between the 20th anniversary half-price event and the free ramyeon service, I actually worried whether the owner was making any money at all — it was that generous of a place 😝 Everyone, go visit Bongu Hwarro near Gangnam Station! ## Where it is - Bongu Hwarro (봉우화로) - 76 Bongeunsa-ro 18-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea (Star Palace) - 서울특별시 강남구 봉은사로18길 76 스타팰리스 - 37.5017533, 127.0273416 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EB%B4%89%EC%9A%B0%ED%99%94%EB%A1%9C/@37.5017533,127.0273416,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@golmok-coffee-walk/gangnam-bonguhwaro-charcoal-pork-wedding-discount/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt