# Daechi-dong eel rice bowl restaurant with semi-private seats: Manmok - By Nayeon (https://superchart.com/en/@gyeonggi-quiet-bite/) - Written Sep 15, 2026 - Local places › Restaurants › Gangnam, Seoul - Sponsored: This meal was provided as part of a sponsored restaurant visit. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@gyeonggi-quiet-bite/manmok-daechi-eel-rice-parking-seats/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@gyeonggi-quiet-bite/manmok-daechi-eel-rice-parking-seats/index.md) ## In short Manmok is a Kanto-style eel rice bowl restaurant in Daechi-dong, Gangnam, Seoul, a 3–5 minute walk from Seonleung Station Exit 2. Two diners shared the full eel rice bowl at 39,000 won along with chawanmushi and salad, and Manmok's semi-private seats plus 2 parking spots right in front made both driving over and eating alone easy. For a hearty, restorative lunch, Manmok was a solid choice. ## Good to know - **Address**: 9 Seolleung-ro 82-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul (1st floor) - **Location**: 273m from Seonleung Station Exit 2, about a 3–5 minute walk - **Hours**: Daily 11:00–22:00 - **Break time**: 15:00–17:00 - **Last order**: 14:20 / 21:20 - **Half eel rice bowl**: 26,000 won - **Full eel rice bowl**: 39,000 won - **One and a half eel rice bowl**: 50,000 won - **Parking**: 2 cars in front of the restaurant (check with staff), plus nearby paid lots - **Price reference**: ₩39,000 ≈ $29 (2026-09-15) *as written by the visitor on Sep 15, 2026* ![Manmok's signature full eel rice bowl in Daechi-dong](https://img.superchart.com/images/manmok-daechi-eel-rice-parking-seats/manmok-daechi-eel-rice-parking-seats-01-12aka-1200.webp) There are days when you just crave a hearty, restorative meal in the middle of a busy schedule. I recently visited Manmok in Daechi-dong, where you can enjoy a clean, well-put-together eel rice bowl. The tidy atmosphere and satisfying spread made for a really pleasant meal 😀 ## Where is Manmok, and how long is the walk from Seonleung Station? Manmok is located at 9 Seolleung-ro 82-gil, Gangnam-gu, 1st floor, just 273m — about a 3–5 minute walk — from Exit 2 of Seonleung Station, so it's very accessible. It's also a convenient spot for office workers in Daechi-dong to grab lunch. - Hours: Daily 11:00–22:00 - Break time: 15:00–17:00 - Last order: 14:20 / 21:20 I'd recommend double-checking whether they're open before you visit!! ## Parking at Manmok: 2 spots out front plus nearby lots Manmok has 2 parking spots available right in front of the restaurant (call ahead to confirm), and there are also several parking lots nearby. - WeWork Seonleung Branch 3 parking lot: spacious lot (428 Seolleung-ro, Gangnam-gu) - Samjeong Building parking lot: mechanical parking (7 Seolleung-ro 86-gil, Gangnam-gu) - Areumvil parking lot: mechanical parking (11 Seolleung-ro 86-gil, Gangnam-gu) - Wondongbang Building Nice Park: mechanical parking (20 Teheran-ro 64-gil, Gangnam-gu) Since parking is available right out front, coming by car should be pretty convenient too. Not having to worry about parking while eating in Gangnam felt like a real plus. ![Exterior of the building housing Manmok near Seonleung Station](https://img.superchart.com/images/manmok-daechi-eel-rice-parking-seats/manmok-daechi-eel-rice-parking-seats-02-1z04t-900.webp) Manmok's exterior had a calm atmosphere that stood out right away. ![Wood-toned exterior and Manmok's signage](https://img.superchart.com/images/manmok-daechi-eel-rice-parking-seats/manmok-daechi-eel-rice-parking-seats-03-1bv9m-900.webp) The wood-toned interior and clean signage gave off an upscale feel, ![Quiet atmosphere near Manmok's entrance](https://img.superchart.com/images/manmok-daechi-eel-rice-parking-seats/manmok-daechi-eel-rice-parking-seats-04-1ugpb-900.webp) and rather than being flashy, it had a quiet, refined vibe that built up my anticipation before the meal even started. It seemed like it would suit not just Daechi-dong office workers but also family meals or a date spot. ![View of the entrance area at Manmok](https://img.superchart.com/images/manmok-daechi-eel-rice-parking-seats/manmok-daechi-eel-rice-parking-seats-05-bvyx6-900.webp) ## Inside Manmok: semi-private seats that suit solo diners Stepping inside Manmok, the warm atmosphere with its wood tones throughout caught my eye right away. ![Manmok's interior with wood-toned decor](https://img.superchart.com/images/manmok-daechi-eel-rice-parking-seats/manmok-daechi-eel-rice-parking-seats-06-1nw0i-900.webp) The spacing between tables was generous, and there was semi-private seating too, so I could eat comfortably. ![Semi-private seating at Manmok with generous spacing](https://img.superchart.com/images/manmok-daechi-eel-rice-parking-seats/manmok-daechi-eel-rice-parking-seats-07-1265e-900.webp) The soft lighting made it easy to focus on the meal, and overall the place felt well maintained and tidy. It's a relaxed enough atmosphere for solo dining too, so it'd be a good pick for anyone looking for a place to eat eel rice bowl alone in Gangnam! ![Manmok's eel rice bowl menu board](https://img.superchart.com/images/manmok-daechi-eel-rice-parking-seats/manmok-daechi-eel-rice-parking-seats-08-vvtnz-900.webp) ## Manmok menu and prices: half, full and one-and-a-half eel bowls - Half eel rice bowl: ₩26,000 - Full eel rice bowl: ₩39,000 - 1.5 eel rice bowl: ₩50,000 Manmok's signature dish is the Kanto-style eel rice bowl (a Japanese-style preparation). In the evening they also serve grilled eel and eel nabe (hot pot). ![Table setting at Manmok](https://img.superchart.com/images/manmok-daechi-eel-rice-parking-seats/manmok-daechi-eel-rice-parking-seats-09-1dmp0-900.webp) We ordered one full eel rice bowl each at ₩39,000, for two people 💸 ![Full eel rice bowl spread for two](https://img.superchart.com/images/manmok-daechi-eel-rice-parking-seats/manmok-daechi-eel-rice-parking-seats-10-1rsq4-900.webp) ## What comes with the 39,000 won full eel rice bowl at Manmok After ordering at Manmok, chawanmushi (savory steamed egg custard) and salad arrive together on a tray, ![Chawanmushi and salad served together on a tray](https://img.superchart.com/images/manmok-daechi-eel-rice-parking-seats/manmok-daechi-eel-rice-parking-seats-11-1t49o-900.webp) and the chawanmushi and salad were more than enough to whet the appetite before digging into the eel — the whole spread was clean and well put together. ![Close-up of the chawanmushi and salad](https://img.superchart.com/images/manmok-daechi-eel-rice-parking-seats/manmok-daechi-eel-rice-parking-seats-12-1gr7n-900.webp) The eel rice bowl was overwhelming just to look at. Glossy eel covered the rice completely, and just seeing it made me hungrier. ![Full eel rice bowl with the rice completely covered in eel](https://img.superchart.com/images/manmok-daechi-eel-rice-parking-seats/manmok-daechi-eel-rice-parking-seats-13-x5nso-900.webp) ## What does Manmok's Kanto-style eel taste like with sansho pepper? Taking a bite, the outside had a subtle smoky flavor while the inside was incredibly soft. Manmok cooks its eel Kanto-style, which is said to bring out the eel's natural texture and flavor — and after tasting it, I understood why. ![A piece of eel picked up with chopsticks](https://img.superchart.com/images/manmok-daechi-eel-rice-parking-seats/manmok-daechi-eel-rice-parking-seats-14-xxb1m-900.webp) Personally, sprinkling on a bit of sansho pepper made it even cleaner to enjoy. The sauce wasn't overly sweet or salty, so the eel's natural savoriness came through naturally, and it balanced well when eaten with the rice. ![Eel rice bowl sprinkled with sansho pepper](https://img.superchart.com/images/manmok-daechi-eel-rice-parking-seats/manmok-daechi-eel-rice-parking-seats-15-uvvsi-900.webp) The rice underneath the eel was seasoned just right too, so I could enjoy it deliciously down to the very last spoonful. These days it's not easy to find a really good lunch spot in Daechi-dong, but this level of quality feels like a fully satisfying choice 😚 I also noticed a few solo diners around, which made me think it could work as a place to eat eel rice bowl alone in Gangnam — the quiet atmosphere really did seem to make solo dining feel less awkward. ![Dessert served after the meal at Manmok](https://img.superchart.com/images/manmok-daechi-eel-rice-parking-seats/manmok-daechi-eel-rice-parking-seats-16-1f7jx-900.webp) The dessert afterward left my mouth feeling clean and refreshed, which added to my overall satisfaction. It felt like more than just a filling meal — a genuinely enjoyable, restorative spread. ## Is Manmok worth it for a Daechi-dong lunch? Manmok is a place where you can enjoy Kanto-style eel rice bowl that brings out the eel's natural flavor, in a clean, tidy space. The subtle smoky aroma, tender eel, neat presentation, and comfortable atmosphere all added up to a satisfying visit. If you're craving a hearty, restorative meal and looking for a good Daechi-dong lunch spot, it's worth a visit. I'd recommend it for solo eel rice bowl dining in Gangnam, as well as dates or family meals. If you want to enjoy a proper eel rice bowl in Daechi-dong, give Manmok a try 😊 ## Where it is - Manmok (만목) - 9 Seolleung-ro 82-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea, 1st floor - 서울특별시 강남구 선릉로82길 9 1층 - 37.5026585, 127.0509011 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EB%A7%8C%EB%AA%A9/@37.5026585,127.0509011,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@gyeonggi-quiet-bite/manmok-daechi-eel-rice-parking-seats/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt