# Arugula pizza for three at Bueokgan Suwan, a Gwangju Suwan restaurant - By Gaon (https://superchart.com/en/@gwangju-noon-porch/) - Written Sep 6, 2026 - Local places › Restaurants › Gwangsan, Gwangju - Sponsored: This post was written after a sponsored visit to the restaurant. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@gwangju-noon-porch/buheokgan-suwan-rucola-pizza-trio/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@gwangju-noon-porch/buheokgan-suwan-rucola-pizza-trio/index.md) ## In short Bueokgan Suwan Branch is a Western-style restaurant next to Sumun Park in the Suwan district of Gwangsan, Gwangju, with a picture window facing the park's greenery. Three diners shared a rucola (arugula) pizza, vongole pasta, and seafood tomato pasta, choosing sauces that wouldn't overlap, and the green window view and soft lighting held the mood through the whole meal. Bueokgan Suwan Branch suits days when atmosphere matters, such as dates, first meetings, or wedding-invitation gatherings. ## Good to know - **Address**: 37 Suwan-ro 106beon-gil, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju (1st floor) - **Hours**: Daily 11:00-21:00 - **Break time**: 15:00-17:00 - **Last order**: 20:00 - **Parking**: Free / use the alleys and roadside near the restaurant - **Corkage**: Allowed / corkage free - **What we ordered**: Rucola pizza, vongole pasta, seafood tomato pasta - **Restaurant's recommendations**: Pastry soup, basil pesto cream pasta, lasagna, Kung Pao chicken pilaf, jambon pizza *as written by the visitor on Sep 6, 2026* Bueokgan Suwan Branch 🌿, with its pretty green view through the picture window. Today I want to recommend this place to anyone looking for a good-atmosphere restaurant in Suwan district — I went to Bueokgan Suwan Branch :) ![Green scenery through the picture window at Bueokgan Suwan Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/buheokgan-suwan-rucola-pizza-trio/buheokgan-suwan-rucola-pizza-trio-01-10r19-1200.webp) The pasta and pizza here are tasty, but honestly what struck me the most was the space itself, right from the moment I walked in. The lush greenery of the park next door comes through the big picture window, paired with warm lighting and stylish furniture, making it perfect for dates, blind dates, or anniversaries — days when you want a bit of atmosphere. Let me start with the basic info! ## Where is Bueokgan Suwan Branch? Hours and parking Bueokgan Suwan Branch is at 37 Suwan-ro 106beon-gil, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju, 1st floor, open daily from 11:00 to 21:00 with a break time from 15:00 to 17:00, and last order at 20:00. Parking is free using the alleys and roadside around the restaurant, and corkage is available — free corkage, in fact. - Address: 37 Suwan-ro 106beon-gil, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju, South Korea, 1st floor - Hours: Daily 11:00 - 21:00 - Break time: 15:00 - 17:00 / Last order: 20:00 - Parking: Free, alleys and roadside near the restaurant - Corkage: Available (free corkage) It's set a little back from the busy part of Suwan district, so the surroundings feel relaxed too 😻 ## The Italian-forest concept at Bueokgan Suwan Branch ![The Italian-forest-concept space at Bueokgan Suwan Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/buheokgan-suwan-rucola-pizza-trio/buheokgan-suwan-rucola-pizza-trio-02-130uw-900.webp) ![Interior of Bueokgan Suwan Branch blending with the green scenery](https://img.superchart.com/images/buheokgan-suwan-rucola-pizza-trio/buheokgan-suwan-rucola-pizza-trio-03-16xj1-900.webp) Bueokgan Suwan Branch was apparently designed around the concept of 'a brunch restaurant in an Italian forest.' Once I knew that, it made total sense why the greenery outside matched the space so well. It has the relaxed feel of a café but a slightly more upscale touch than a typical brunch spot! In fact, they said it's a popular choice for wedding-invitation gatherings, dates, and family meals — occasions where atmosphere matters. ## What the exterior looks like ![Exterior of Bueokgan Suwan Branch with awning and brick](https://img.superchart.com/images/buheokgan-suwan-rucola-pizza-trio/buheokgan-suwan-rucola-pizza-trio-04-z3qj7-900.webp) ![Entrance of Bueokgan Suwan Branch with a European-street feel](https://img.superchart.com/images/buheokgan-suwan-rucola-pizza-trio/buheokgan-suwan-rucola-pizza-trio-05-oajei-900.webp) Bueokgan's exterior feels quite different from the typical strip-mall restaurants around Suwan district. The big awning and brick give it the look of a restaurant you'd find on a European street, and the front area also has a relaxed vibe, making it great for a photo even before you walk in. Especially on a nice day, the green scenery outside makes the whole atmosphere even prettier. ## The picture window with Sumun Park's green view Personally, I really loved the interior atmosphere at Bueokgan. There's a big picture window set up so you can clearly see the trees of Sumun Park next door, and with the green scenery pouring in, sitting inside almost feels like being at a forest restaurant! During the day, natural light makes it bright and relaxed, and in the evening, soft lighting seems to shift it into a more romantic mood. ### Why the furniture and lighting look so good ![Furniture and lighting inside Bueokgan Suwan Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/buheokgan-suwan-rucola-pizza-trio/buheokgan-suwan-rucola-pizza-trio-06-tgydq-m-900.webp) ![Table and chair arrangement at Bueokgan Suwan Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/buheokgan-suwan-rucola-pizza-trio/buheokgan-suwan-rucola-pizza-trio-07-jdijq-900.webp) ![Seating with soft lighting at Bueokgan Suwan Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/buheokgan-suwan-rucola-pizza-trio/buheokgan-suwan-rucola-pizza-trio-08-1fa3r-m-900.webp) This clearly wasn't a case of just placing some nice-looking furniture around — every corner of the space felt thought through. Apparently they use furniture from Vitra and Artek, along with Louis Poulsen lighting. ![Interior of Bueokgan Suwan Branch with designer furniture](https://img.superchart.com/images/buheokgan-suwan-rucola-pizza-trio/buheokgan-suwan-rucola-pizza-trio-09-15qsm-900.webp) ![Interior of Bueokgan Suwan Branch with harmonious colors](https://img.superchart.com/images/buheokgan-suwan-rucola-pizza-trio/buheokgan-suwan-rucola-pizza-trio-10-16u3g-900.webp) Maybe that's why the chairs, tables, and lighting don't stand out individually but blend naturally into an overall color and mood. ### Which seats have the best atmosphere? ![Window seats with green view at Bueokgan Suwan Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/buheokgan-suwan-rucola-pizza-trio/buheokgan-suwan-rucola-pizza-trio-11-tuno6-900.webp) ![Inner seating lit by lighting at Bueokgan Suwan Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/buheokgan-suwan-rucola-pizza-trio/buheokgan-suwan-rucola-pizza-trio-12-1ppyv-900.webp) The window seats have a pretty green view, while the inner seats have a different feel thanks to the lighting, so each spot has a slightly different mood. Once the food arrives on the table, the photos turn out great too, so it's good for dates when you want photos, and also nice for a good-atmosphere meal with friends. I get why it's such a popular pick for a good-atmosphere restaurant in Suwan district, haha. ## What's on the menu at Bueokgan Suwan Branch Bueokgan's menu centers on pasta and pizza, but also has a good range with risotto, gnocchi, lasagna, and even steak. If you want something lighter, there's salad and soup, and if you're with a group, ordering one pizza plus a few different pastas to share works really well! In particular, the pastry soup, basil pesto cream pasta, lasagna, Kung Pao chicken pilaf, and jambon pizza are said to be the restaurant's signature recommended dishes. ![Basic table setting at Bueokgan Suwan Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/buheokgan-suwan-rucola-pizza-trio/buheokgan-suwan-rucola-pizza-trio-13-okfel-900.webp) ![Basic setting provided after being seated at Bueokgan Suwan Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/buheokgan-suwan-rucola-pizza-trio/buheokgan-suwan-rucola-pizza-trio-14-1g4vr-900.webp) Once you're seated, this is the basic setup they bring out 💗 ## How three of us combined our order ![Table with rucola pizza and two types of pasta](https://img.superchart.com/images/buheokgan-suwan-rucola-pizza-trio/buheokgan-suwan-rucola-pizza-trio-15-iaman-900.webp) We ordered three things: rucola pizza, vongole pasta, and seafood tomato pasta :) One pizza, plus one oil-based pasta and one tomato-based pasta, so the sauces wouldn't overlap — a perfect combination for three people to take turns eating 🫶 ### Rucola pizza (arugula pizza) ![Bueokgan's rucola pizza topped with plenty of rucola](https://img.superchart.com/images/buheokgan-suwan-rucola-pizza-trio/buheokgan-suwan-rucola-pizza-trio-16-1i7b5-900.webp) ![A slice of rucola pizza with stretching cheese](https://img.superchart.com/images/buheokgan-suwan-rucola-pizza-trio/buheokgan-suwan-rucola-pizza-trio-17-1n396-900.webp) First up, the rucola pizza! It's piled high with rucola (arugula), so it's green from the very first look, haha. The saltiness of the prosciutto and the fragrant, slightly bitter taste of the rucola come through together, making it feel fresher than a typical cheese pizza. It's also a nice dish to grab a slice of in between bites of pasta :) Can you see the cheese stretching 🫪 ### Vongole pasta ![Bueokgan's vongole pasta with clams](https://img.superchart.com/images/buheokgan-suwan-rucola-pizza-trio/buheokgan-suwan-rucola-pizza-trio-18-1840g-900.webp) Second, the vongole pasta. A clean oil-based pasta with the savory taste of clams coming through, it went well with the rucola pizza and was also nice to alternate with the tomato pasta. This is a good pick for people who prefer a light, clean pasta over something with a heavy sauce. ### Seafood tomato pasta ![Bueokgan's seafood tomato pasta](https://img.superchart.com/images/buheokgan-suwan-rucola-pizza-trio/buheokgan-suwan-rucola-pizza-trio-19-1nly7-900.webp) ![Close-up of the rich tomato sauce seafood pasta](https://img.superchart.com/images/buheokgan-suwan-rucola-pizza-trio/buheokgan-suwan-rucola-pizza-trio-20-eylje-788.webp) And the seafood tomato pasta! With seafood in the tomato sauce, it had good savory depth and was rich enough to stand out as the boldest-tasting dish of the three. ![Vongole and tomato pasta placed together on the table](https://img.superchart.com/images/buheokgan-suwan-rucola-pizza-trio/buheokgan-suwan-rucola-pizza-trio-21-1odbf-900.webp) Pairing the clean vongole with the rich tomato pasta turned out to be a great combination. ## Free corkage is another plus ![Table at Bueokgan good for enjoying with free corkage](https://img.superchart.com/images/buheokgan-suwan-rucola-pizza-trio/buheokgan-suwan-rucola-pizza-trio-22-1qtk4-900.webp) ![Seating at Bueokgan good for a meal with wine](https://img.superchart.com/images/buheokgan-suwan-rucola-pizza-trio/buheokgan-suwan-rucola-pizza-trio-23-1g035-900.webp) One more point for wine lovers! Bueokgan Suwan Branch offers free corkage. You can bring your own favorite wine and enjoy it with the pizza or pasta, which seems great for anyone wanting a slightly more special meal for an anniversary or date 🫪 ## Final verdict on Bueokgan Suwan Branch If you're looking for a restaurant in Suwan district that takes care of the atmosphere as much as the food, I'd recommend Bueokgan Suwan Branch. From the big picture window overlooking the green park to the pretty furniture and lighting, the whole space is well put together, keeping the mood good throughout the meal :) It's a Suwan district restaurant that's great to visit on days when atmosphere matters — dates, blind dates, wedding-invitation get-togethers 💗 For me, the green view by the window and the soft interior atmosphere were what stuck with me the most 🌿 ## Where it is - Bueokgan Suwan Branch (부엌간 수완점) - 37 Suwan-ro 106beon-gil, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju, South Korea (1st floor) - 전남광주통합특별시 광산구 수완로106번길 37 1층 - 35.1940376, 126.8322486 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EB%B6%80%EC%97%8C%EA%B0%84%20%EC%88%98%EC%99%84%EC%A0%90/@35.1940376,126.8322486,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@gwangju-noon-porch/buheokgan-suwan-rucola-pizza-trio/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt