Kalguksu near Sejong Lake Park: 13,800-won shabu course at Italy Shabu

If you're hunting for good food in Sejong, don't skip what I'm about to show you! It's called "Italy Shabu Kalguksu Sejong Eojin Branch," located in Eojin-dong, Sejong.

Thanks to deep, rich Korean beef bone broth and generous portions of fresh ingredients, it's a place that satisfies everyone, young and old. Being right near Sejong Lake Park makes it an even more special hotspot for a date or family dinner.

Let me tell you in detail why I'm recommending this place so strongly — from location to menu tips. Watch out for drool from here on out, haha!

Where is Italy Shabu Kalguksu Sejong Eojin Branch, and is parking free?

Italy Shabu Kalguksu Sejong Eojin Branch is on the 3rd floor of Taehan Press Center at 172 Jeoljae-ro, Sejong, South Korea. It's a great location with excellent access from Sejong's main areas. And since Sejong Lake Park is right nearby, it's perfect for a walk after eating.

The restaurant offers free underground parking, so I could visit without any parking worries. There are also plenty of shops and cafés nearby, great for other activities after the meal.

There's a "Good Price Business" certification sticker at the building entrance, which already raised my expectations! Whatever transportation you use, the location makes it easy to get to for family gatherings or meetups with friends.

Inside Italy Shabu Kalguksu: seating, terrace and coming with kids

The moment I walked in, the warm wood-tone interior felt comfortable. The tables are spaced generously for a bit of privacy, and the overall clean, bright atmosphere was great.

Seeing the spacious hall packed even at lunchtime, I could immediately understand why this place is so popular.

I was also impressed to find terrace seating, so you can enjoy a relaxed meal while looking out at the view through the window. The thoughtfulness extended to high chairs and bibs prepared for families visiting with young kids.

Instructions for "how to enjoy shabu kalguksu" are posted around the restaurant, so first-time visitors can dig in without worry.

How much is the six-part shabu kalguksu course, and what's on the self-serve bar?

The signature Italy Six Shabu Kalguksu comes with a full course of beef chuck flap, handmade dumplings, ongsimi, fresh vegetables, house-made kalguksu noodles, and fried rice. You can choose from three broths — clear, spicy, or perilla seed — to suit your taste.

The price is also very reasonable — I really liked that it's just 13,800 won per person.

The self-serve bar was especially satisfying, packed full of side dishes and free extra noodles. Salad, napa cabbage kimchi, and tteokbokki (spicy rice cakes) were all neatly provided, leaving nothing to be desired as accompaniments.

The restaurant's signature secret soy sauce has a flavor you can't find anywhere else, pairing wonderfully with the shabu ingredients.

Eating the course: shabu beef, kalguksu noodles, ongsimi and fried rice

I was genuinely surprised the moment the food arrived. The pot was overflowing, packed to the brim with everything from meat to vegetables. The enoki mushrooms, alba cabbage, bok choy, and dumplings all felt fresh.

As the broth started to boil, the deep flavor and aroma of the bone broth spread through the air, and my appetite was already fired up.

Cooking the meat lightly and dipping it in the secret sauce was truly perfect — the harmony of juices and soy sauce was spot on. After the vegetables and meat, I dropped in the house-made kalguksu noodles, which were chewy and soaked up the broth beautifully for an explosion of umami.

Eating the chewy, springy ongsimi and the appealing fried rice washed all my stress away.

Is Italy Shabu Kalguksu Sejong Eojin Branch worth a return visit?

Overall, the portions were generous and the food was excellent, so much so that I already want to come back. The menu is well-suited to satisfy everyone from small kids to adults, so I'd recommend it for family dinners.

There's also fun in making your own fried rice at the end, so coming with friends could make for good memories too.

Above all, the fresh ingredients and the regularly restocked self-serve bar let me enjoy the meal deliciously right to the end. If you want a hearty meal near the lake park, Italy Shabu Kalguksu is a strong recommendation!

If you want to enjoy genuine shabu kalguksu in Eojin-dong, Sejong, Italy Shabu Kalguksu Sejong Eojin Branch is a place you shouldn't miss. Clean interior, friendly service, and delicious menu — it's got all three.

If you're planning to visit, book ahead conveniently via Naver Reservations, and check out the self-serve bar tips too. You'll have a satisfying meal and a great time!