# Sangmu brunch spot in Gwangju: pastry-wrapped pumpkin soup, Bueokgan - By Namu K. (https://superchart.com/en/@gwangju-bowl-corner/) - Written Sep 14, 2026 - Local places › Restaurants › Seo-gu, Gwangju - Sponsored: This visit record was written after receiving a complimentary meal from the business. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@gwangju-bowl-corner/buheokgan-sangmu-pastry-pumpkin-soup/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@gwangju-bowl-corner/buheokgan-sangmu-pastry-pumpkin-soup/index.md) ## In short Bueokgan Sangmu Branch is a Western-style restaurant in the Sangmu district of Seo-gu, Gwangju, serving brunch, wood-fired pizza and pasta together. This visit swapped the usual pumpkin soup for the pastry-wrapped version and added seafood tomato pasta and a basil margherita pizza. The pizzas at Bueokgan run small, so for two people one pasta plus one whole pizza was exactly right. ## Good to know - **Ordered**: Pastry-wrapped pumpkin soup, seafood tomato pasta, basil margherita pizza - **Recommended order for two**: 1 pasta + 1 pizza (the pizzas run small) - **Waiting**: There can be a wait at lunch peak, so reservations are recommended - **Seating**: European-street-style outdoor tables, plus a mix of indoor tables *as written by the visitor on Sep 14, 2026* Today I went back to a Western-food spot I really love in Sangmu — Bueokgan. Bueokgan is great for a light brunch, but it also has a solid lineup of pasta, pizza, and pumpkin soup, so I end up visiting often! ![Exterior of Bueokgan Sangmu Branch in Sangmu, Gwangju](https://img.superchart.com/images/buheokgan-sangmu-pastry-pumpkin-soup/buheokgan-sangmu-pastry-pumpkin-soup-01-1nj0k-900.webp) ## Inside Bueokgan Sangmu Branch: outdoor tables and indoor seating Bueokgan Sangmu Branch has outdoor tables that remind me of a European street, so you can enjoy a very atmospheric brunch. Maybe because the vibe is so nice, a lot of people seemed to just be dropping by for a quick meal. ![European-street-style outdoor tables at Bueokgan Sangmu Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/buheokgan-sangmu-pastry-pumpkin-soup/buheokgan-sangmu-pastry-pumpkin-soup-02-ty18b-1200.webp) Inside, the clean, modern interior really stands out. There are lots of different table types too, so it's good for kids, families, or gatherings. The indoor space also has that European-style modern look. If you visit in the evening, the lighting makes the atmosphere even prettier. ![Modern European-style interior of Bueokgan Sangmu Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/buheokgan-sangmu-pastry-pumpkin-soup/buheokgan-sangmu-pastry-pumpkin-soup-03-1mup6-900.webp) We went pretty early, so it wasn't too crowded. During lunch peak hours there can be a wait, so I'd recommend booking ahead! ![Quiet early-hour seating at Bueokgan Sangmu Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/buheokgan-sangmu-pastry-pumpkin-soup/buheokgan-sangmu-pastry-pumpkin-soup-04-26evu-900.webp) They set the table neatly before anything arrives. I notice it every time I come — the cutlery is heavy and sleek, and somehow that makes the food taste even better. I keep wondering where they got it; I'd love to use something like it when I make pasta at home haha. ![Table set with heavy, sleek cutlery](https://img.superchart.com/images/buheokgan-sangmu-pastry-pumpkin-soup/buheokgan-sangmu-pastry-pumpkin-soup-05-1hrj3-900.webp) ## Pastry-wrapped pumpkin soup: why order it only now? The pumpkin soup is something we never skip whenever we come here! This time I ordered it wrapped in pastry instead. ![Pumpkin soup wrapped in pastry at Bueokgan](https://img.superchart.com/images/buheokgan-sangmu-pastry-pumpkin-soup/buheokgan-sangmu-pastry-pumpkin-soup-06-wnib6-900.webp) Oh... I've always just had the plain pumpkin soup, but after trying the pastry version, I genuinely thought — why did I wait this long? The soup was already delicious, and the warm, chewy texture of the bread went perfectly with the pumpkin. ![Cross-section of the pastry pumpkin soup after tearing it open](https://img.superchart.com/images/buheokgan-sangmu-pastry-pumpkin-soup/buheokgan-sangmu-pastry-pumpkin-soup-07-d28g3-900.webp) Bueokgan's pumpkin soup is moist and smooth, with a soft, sweet flavor that's just outstanding. I always try the appetizer wherever I go, and Bueokgan's pumpkin soup is one of my favorites. ![Close-up of the smooth pumpkin soup](https://img.superchart.com/images/buheokgan-sangmu-pastry-pumpkin-soup/buheokgan-sangmu-pastry-pumpkin-soup-08-qmqyq-900.webp) Dunking the moist, buttery bread straight into the pumpkin soup is so~~ good haha. If you visit Bueokgan, you have to try this!! ![Buttery bread being dipped into the pumpkin soup](https://img.superchart.com/images/buheokgan-sangmu-pastry-pumpkin-soup/buheokgan-sangmu-pastry-pumpkin-soup-09-equbz-900.webp) ![Soup and bread set on the table at Bueokgan Sangmu Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/buheokgan-sangmu-pastry-pumpkin-soup/buheokgan-sangmu-pastry-pumpkin-soup-10-13z49-900.webp) ## What does Bueokgan's seafood tomato pasta taste like? I was in the mood for pasta, so I tried the seafood tomato pasta. I usually just get carbonara, but I wanted something refreshing this time. The seafood tomato pasta has that classic tomato pasta flavor with seafood depth added in, so it's even more savory. It's clean and not too tangy, so I think kids would really like it too! ![A plate of seafood tomato pasta at Bueokgan](https://img.superchart.com/images/buheokgan-sangmu-pastry-pumpkin-soup/buheokgan-sangmu-pastry-pumpkin-soup-11-6o0us-900.webp) ## Basil margherita wood-fired pizza: a first try I usually get the arugula pizza, but today I tried the basil margherita instead. ![A whole basil margherita wood-fired pizza](https://img.superchart.com/images/buheokgan-sangmu-pastry-pumpkin-soup/buheokgan-sangmu-pastry-pumpkin-soup-12-1np14-900.webp) The pizza at this Sangmu brunch spot is really good. Because it's wood-fired, the dough is chewy and moist enough to eat on its own, and the cheese is generous too — it's a menu item that never disappoints. ![A slice of wood-fired pizza with chewy dough and generous cheese](https://img.superchart.com/images/buheokgan-sangmu-pastry-pumpkin-soup/buheokgan-sangmu-pastry-pumpkin-soup-13-1clj0-900.webp) The tomato pasta was loaded with seafood. There were nice, plump shrimp in it. The seafood tomato pasta had a great bouncy bite — today's menu picks were really good. ![Seafood tomato pasta with plump shrimp](https://img.superchart.com/images/buheokgan-sangmu-pastry-pumpkin-soup/buheokgan-sangmu-pastry-pumpkin-soup-14-mnna1-900.webp) ![Close-up of seafood tomato pasta noodles and shrimp](https://img.superchart.com/images/buheokgan-sangmu-pastry-pumpkin-soup/buheokgan-sangmu-pastry-pumpkin-soup-15-2z1xq-900.webp) It was my first time trying a basil pesto pizza, and the subtle basil aroma was lovely. It also came topped with arugula, which I love, so I think I'll be ordering the basil pesto pizza a lot from now on. Trying something new turned out to be a win. ![Basil pizza topped with arugula](https://img.superchart.com/images/buheokgan-sangmu-pastry-pumpkin-soup/buheokgan-sangmu-pastry-pumpkin-soup-16-o5rzm-900.webp) ![Holding up a slice of the basil pizza](https://img.superchart.com/images/buheokgan-sangmu-pastry-pumpkin-soup/buheokgan-sangmu-pastry-pumpkin-soup-17-1cqxc-900.webp) ## Ordering for two: one pasta plus one pizza The pizzas at Bueokgan Sangmu Branch run on the smaller side. So for two people, ordering one pasta and one pizza is just the right amount. ![Table set for two with pasta and pizza together](https://img.superchart.com/images/buheokgan-sangmu-pastry-pumpkin-soup/buheokgan-sangmu-pastry-pumpkin-soup-18-ck2qz-900.webp) ![Comparing the small size of the wood-fired pizza at Bueokgan](https://img.superchart.com/images/buheokgan-sangmu-pastry-pumpkin-soup/buheokgan-sangmu-pastry-pumpkin-soup-19-p6lmk-900.webp) Tearing off pieces of the pastry from the pumpkin soup was so fun — I'll definitely order the pastry version of the pumpkin soup from now on! ![Pastry pumpkin soup being torn apart to eat](https://img.superchart.com/images/buheokgan-sangmu-pastry-pumpkin-soup/buheokgan-sangmu-pastry-pumpkin-soup-20-17p4e-900.webp) ![Overview of the brunch table at Bueokgan Sangmu Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/buheokgan-sangmu-pastry-pumpkin-soup/buheokgan-sangmu-pastry-pumpkin-soup-21-6mry9-900.webp) ![Wide interior view of Bueokgan Sangmu Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/buheokgan-sangmu-pastry-pumpkin-soup/buheokgan-sangmu-pastry-pumpkin-soup-22-1fd9z-900.webp) ## What kind of gathering suits Bueokgan Sangmu Branch? It had been a while since my last visit, but I enjoyed this Sangmu brunch spot so much again ><. It's great for a simple lunch with friends, and just as good for a wedding-invitation get-together. The atmosphere is especially lovely, so I think women in particular would love it. Also a great date spot!! If you're craving pasta or brunch, definitely give this place a try!! ## Where it is - Bueokgan Sangmu Branch (부엌간 상무점) - 25 Seogwangju-ro, 1st Floor, Seo-gu, Gwangju, South Korea - 전남광주통합특별시 서구 서광주로 25 1층 - 35.1294543, 126.847691 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EB%B6%80%EC%97%8C%EA%B0%84%20%EC%83%81%EB%AC%B4%EC%A0%90/@35.1294543,126.847691,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@gwangju-bowl-corner/buheokgan-sangmu-pastry-pumpkin-soup/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt