Kid-friendly dwaeji gukbap near Busan Station: Yeongdong Milmyeon

The kids and the whole family polished off a bowl of dwaeji gukbap each

There's a place I always visit whenever I come to Busan Station. I headed straight to Yeongdong Milmyeon & Dwaeji Gukbap, where you can get both Busan Station milmyeon and dwaeji gukbap in one spot. Dwaeji gukbap (pork soup) is the signature dish my kids and I love, and out of all the places, Yeongdong Milmyeon & Dwaeji Gukbap is our favorite. And once again, here we are.

Where is Yeongdong Milmyeon & Dwaeji Gukbap, and how far from Busan Station?

Yeongdong Milmyeon & Dwaeji Gukbap is exactly a 1-minute walk from Exit 7 of Busan Station. It's right across from Busan Station, so it's totally walkable from the train station.

If you're starving the second you step off the train, just run over here.

Opening hours and parking near Busan Station

They're open daily from 10:00 AM to 8:30 PM, so it's convenient for lunch or dinner. For parking, you'll need to use the nearby Chinatown parking lot, so keep that in mind ahead of time. It's a perfect spot for Busan Station milmyeon or dwaeji gukbap before boarding a train or right after arriving.

How long is the weekend lunch wait, and what is the dining room like?

When I visited Yeongdong Milmyeon & Dwaeji Gukbap right at weekend lunchtime, there was a short line out front. But the wait wasn't long, so we got seated pretty quickly. Once inside, the hall was bigger and more pleasant than I expected. Table spacing was generous, and somehow the sight of the place full of families made it feel even more trustworthy.

Ordering comfortably from the table and waiting, the food came out really fast — very satisfying.

It's a perfect location for Busan Station milmyeon or dwaeji gukbap before boarding or right after arriving. Thanks to the fast serving, you can enjoy a relaxed meal while still making your train.

Side dishes and ordering dwaeji gukbap for the family

Here's what the basic side dishes look like at Yeongdong Milmyeon & Dwaeji Gukbap, a go-to spot for Busan Station milmyeon and dwaeji gukbap.

The kids and I each ordered a bowl of dwaeji gukbap.

There's zero gamey smell and it's a clean, light style, so the kids ate it up happily without any hesitation. Loaded with plenty of fresh chives, one bowl was filling enough to leave us all satisfied.

The mild dwaeji gukbap broth the kids finished to the last spoon

The dwaeji gukbap at Yeongdong Milmyeon & Dwaeji Gukbap has absolutely none of that gamey smell typical of Busan-style pork soup — it's a clean, light style. It's neither too heavy nor greasy, so the kids ate it happily without any pushback. My kids are usually good with soupy dishes, but now they load in plenty of fresh chives themselves and finish the broth down to the last drop. That moment proved just how good this place's gukbap really is.

The milky broth is packed full of tender meat.

How to add Korean chives and season the broth, step by step

Adding plenty of chives really brings up the savory depth of the broth. Take your first spoonful of just the broth to check the seasoning, then add a touch of salt or salted shrimp to taste — that way you can fine-tune it exactly to your liking.

Tips for visiting Yeongdong Milmyeon & Dwaeji Gukbap with kids

• 1-minute walk from Busan Station Exit 7
• Expect a wait during weekend lunch peak hours
• Load in plenty of chives
• Use the nearby Chinatown parking lot
• Give yourself extra time before your train

The first meal right after stepping off at Busan Station? This is the place! The kids and the whole family polished off a bowl of dwaeji gukbap each. If you want to knock out both Busan Station milmyeon and Busan Station dwaeji gukbap in one stop, I recommend Yeongdong Milmyeon & Dwaeji Gukbap. If you're looking for a Busan Station milmyeon favorite and a Busan Station dwaeji gukbap landmark at the same time, definitely check this place out. Highly recommended for travelers and families who want to save travel time and get a solid, filling meal. Another great meal today.