# Dong-gu, Gwangju Korean bar with a generous spread: Ju Myeongdang - By Haeju (https://superchart.com/en/@gwangju-night-glass/) - Written Sep 11, 2026 - Local places › Bars › Dong-gu, Gwangju - Sponsored: This visit was sponsored by the business. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@gwangju-night-glass/gwangju-dongmyeongdong-jumyeongdang-samchon-sulsang/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@gwangju-night-glass/gwangju-dongmyeongdong-jumyeongdang-samchon-sulsang/index.md) ## In short Ju Myeongdang is a Korean bar in Dong-gu, Gwangju, serving Korean-style drinking dishes. I ordered the 49,000 won Samchon Sul-sang platter with yukjeon, fried peppers, galbi, and yubu chobap; Ju Myeongdang is a lovely spot for drinks with a date or friends. ## Good to know - **Address**: 2F, 15 Jangdong-ro, Dong-gu, Gwangju, South Korea (전남광주통합특별시 동구 장동로 15-2 2층) - **Hours**: Daily 15:00–01:00 the next day - **Last order**: 00:00 - **Parking**: National Asian Culture Center parking garage available - **Ordered**: Samchon Sul-sang ₩49,000 *as written by the visitor on Sep 11, 2026* ## Ju Myeongdang on the second floor in Dongmyeong-dong ![Exterior of the Ju Myeongdang building in Dongmyeong-dong](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwangju-dongmyeongdong-jumyeongdang-samchon-sulsang/gwangju-dongmyeongdong-jumyeongdang-samchon-sulsang-01-9hyil-966.webp) ![Second-floor exterior of Ju Myeongdang](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwangju-dongmyeongdong-jumyeongdang-samchon-sulsang/gwangju-dongmyeongdong-jumyeongdang-samchon-sulsang-02-ncyey-966.webp) It is right there on the second floor of a building along the streets of Dongmyeong-dong. Even before going in, once I arrived nearby, the sign and exterior looked so pretty and inviting ✨ ![Stairs leading up to Ju Myeongdang](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwangju-dongmyeongdong-jumyeongdang-samchon-sulsang/gwangju-dongmyeongdong-jumyeongdang-samchon-sulsang-03-1icp7-966.webp) ![Entrance directions for Ju Myeongdang](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwangju-dongmyeongdong-jumyeongdang-samchon-sulsang/gwangju-dongmyeongdong-jumyeongdang-samchon-sulsang-04-poc67-1200.webp) The entrance appears as soon as you go up the stairs, and every step says Ju Myeongdang, Ju Myeongdang, so you should have no trouble finding it haha. It is in an easily accessible part of Dongmyeong-dong, so I thought it would be a great place to come for a date with your partner or a long-overdue get-together with friends 💖 ## A modern pojangmacha-style atmosphere under soft lighting ![Ju Myeongdang interior with soft lighting](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwangju-dongmyeongdong-jumyeongdang-samchon-sulsang/gwangju-dongmyeongdong-jumyeongdang-samchon-sulsang-05-nez6x-966.webp) Once inside, soft, cozy lighting wrapped around the space, and the atmosphere was honestly so nice. A modern-day pojangmacha (Korean tent bar) 🕯️✨ ![Ju Myeongdang interior with plants](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwangju-dongmyeongdong-jumyeongdang-samchon-sulsang/gwangju-dongmyeongdong-jumyeongdang-samchon-sulsang-06-hijyd-966.webp) ![Ju Myeongdang interior with widely spaced tables](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwangju-dongmyeongdong-jumyeongdang-samchon-sulsang/gwangju-dongmyeongdong-jumyeongdang-samchon-sulsang-07-5hie1-966.webp) Everything was clean, and the plants dotted around the room gave it a fresh feel, which I loved (very nature-friendly lol). The tables were nicely spaced apart too, so it never felt cramped—you could enjoy drinks and chat comfortably without worrying about the next table. It was the best space for quiet, cozy conversation 👍 ## Ordering Ju Myeongdang’s signature Samchon Sul-sang ![Ju Myeongdang menu of Korean drinking dishes](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwangju-dongmyeongdong-jumyeongdang-samchon-sulsang/gwangju-dongmyeongdong-jumyeongdang-samchon-sulsang-08-57ec8-966.webp) As I slowly looked over the menu, I found such a tempting variety of Korean drinking dishes, or anju 📖 I wanted to try everything and deliberated for ages, then immediately ordered the signature must-try menu at Ju Myeongdang (주명당), the Samchon Sul-sang (₩49,000) 🔥 There was also an Imo Bapsang, so I debated between the two a lot, but I was not that hungry and thought I should try the drinking dishes instead. ## What was included in the Samchon Sul-sang? ![A full Samchon Sul-sang spread at Ju Myeongdang](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwangju-dongmyeongdong-jumyeongdang-samchon-sulsang/gwangju-dongmyeongdong-jumyeongdang-samchon-sulsang-09-p5mhy-966.webp) Finally, the highlight I had been waiting and waiting for—the Samchon Sul-sang main platter—arrived +.+ The second I saw it, my mouth just fell open with a real “wow~”! ![Generously arranged Samchon Sul-sang dishes](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwangju-dongmyeongdong-jumyeongdang-samchon-sulsang/gwangju-dongmyeongdong-jumyeongdang-samchon-sulsang-10-o3cfg-966.webp) ![Samchon Sul-sang drinking-dish selection at Ju Myeongdang](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwangju-dongmyeongdong-jumyeongdang-samchon-sulsang/gwangju-dongmyeongdong-jumyeongdang-samchon-sulsang-11-awbh5-966.webp) Seriously, is this visual not unfair already?! One table was completely filled with generous, substantial dishes. I felt full before even starting—so good 💖 ![Drinks with lightly iced soju](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwangju-dongmyeongdong-jumyeongdang-samchon-sulsang/gwangju-dongmyeongdong-jumyeongdang-samchon-sulsang-12-sos5p-966.webp) They served soju that was chilled enough to have a slight icy slush to it, and it was so delicious. One of those days when the alcohol calls for more alcohol... (this is trouble). ![Yukjeon and fried peppers from the Samchon Sul-sang](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwangju-dongmyeongdong-jumyeongdang-samchon-sulsang/gwangju-dongmyeongdong-jumyeongdang-samchon-sulsang-13-hszkn-966.webp) ![Crispy fried peppers and yukjeon dishes](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwangju-dongmyeongdong-jumyeongdang-samchon-sulsang/gwangju-dongmyeongdong-jumyeongdang-samchon-sulsang-14-rxr09-966.webp) I tried the yukjeon (pan-fried battered beef slices) and fried peppers 👍✨ The yukjeon was wonderfully clean-tasting, making it a great dish with drinks. The fried peppers were not greasy either, just wonderfully crisp, and I really enjoyed them. ![Galbi included in the Samchon Sul-sang](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwangju-dongmyeongdong-jumyeongdang-samchon-sulsang/gwangju-dongmyeongdong-jumyeongdang-samchon-sulsang-15-mg0a2-966.webp) ![A drinking-dish spread including galbi](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwangju-dongmyeongdong-jumyeongdang-samchon-sulsang/gwangju-dongmyeongdong-jumyeongdang-samchon-sulsang-16-1rr4y-966.webp) The galbi was seasoned just right and so tasty too 💖 The owner really put together a proper drinking table for us. ![Distilled liquor ordered at Ju Myeongdang](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwangju-dongmyeongdong-jumyeongdang-samchon-sulsang/gwangju-dongmyeongdong-jumyeongdang-samchon-sulsang-17-1m2kn-966.webp) There was distilled liquor, so I ordered it. You know how ordering traditional liquor immediately makes the pojangmacha mood soar, right? The night gets deeper, and the drinks get stronger~ ![A drinking table with traditional liquor](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwangju-dongmyeongdong-jumyeongdang-samchon-sulsang/gwangju-dongmyeongdong-jumyeongdang-samchon-sulsang-18-1evxg-966.webp) ![Yubu chobap included in the Samchon Sul-sang](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwangju-dongmyeongdong-jumyeongdang-samchon-sulsang/gwangju-dongmyeongdong-jumyeongdang-samchon-sulsang-19-rv4b5-966.webp) Yubu chobap (seasoned tofu-pocket sushi) was included in the set too, so getting some carbs along the way was no problem. ![A Gwangju night with one more bottle ordered](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwangju-dongmyeongdong-jumyeongdang-samchon-sulsang/gwangju-dongmyeongdong-jumyeongdang-samchon-sulsang-20-is4tu-966.webp) Somehow, one more bottle... Make it a Gwangju night, not a Seoul night, please~ The dishes were so excellent that I got drunk on the atmosphere and the flavors, chatting happily over drinks without noticing the time go by ✨ ## When you want Korean drinking dishes in Dongmyeong-dong If you are looking for a great restaurant in Dongmyeong-dong, Gwangju, or a Dongmyeong-dong bar with an amazing atmosphere, definitely visit Ju Myeongdang at least once. Highly recommended 🔥 The soft, atmospheric, cozy space and the generous, delicious Samchon Sul-sang came together perfectly here. It seems like the ideal place for a date with someone you love or for a pleasant drink with good people over delicious food 💖 ## Where it is - Ju Myeongdang (주명당) - 2F, 15 Jangdong-ro, Dong-gu, Gwangju, South Korea (전남광주통합특별시 동구 장동로 15-2 2층) - 전남광주통합특별시 동구 장동로 15-2 2층 - 35.1486013, 126.9239669 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EC%A3%BC%EB%AA%85%EB%8B%B9/@35.1486013,126.9239669,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@gwangju-night-glass/gwangju-dongmyeongdong-jumyeongdang-samchon-sulsang/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt