Pizza and craft beer by Hongik Univ. Station: Raymond Set, Raymond's

I was in Hongdae when I suddenly craved pizza and beer, so I stopped by Raymond's Hongdae. I'd often seen reviews of it and was curious, and in person the pizza was delicious and a great match for craft beer. The atmosphere was relaxed too, so it felt easy to just drop in for a casual drink. Today I'll honestly walk you through why this Hongdae pizza spot gets so many visitors.

Where is Raymond's Hongdae?

Raymond's Hongdae is about a 3-minute walk straight ahead after you come out of Exit 8 of Hongik Univ. Station. It's an easy walk from the station, so it's simple to find if you're taking the subway.

There's a big menu board standing in front of the shop, so you can check what's on offer before you go in.

What are the atmosphere and seating like at Raymond's Hongdae?

The first thing I noticed when I walked in was the pizza on display. Seeing freshly baked pizza right there got me excited from the moment I stepped inside.

It was busier than I expected, with a lively vibe. It's a comfortable place to chat, so it looked good for coming with friends.

On one side there was a seating area lit with neon lights, and the mood changed completely. It had that Hongdae vibe, and looked like a great spot to spend time over a light beer.

Along one side, self-serve sauces and tableware were neatly set out, and right next to them were taps for a variety of craft beers.

Raymond's Hongdae menu and prices

Raymond's Hongdae lets you enjoy pizza, craft beer and chicken together. Depending on how many people you are, there are three sets: the Raymond Set, Ray Set and Monde Set.

• Raymond Set (2–4 people) ₩49,900
• Ray Set (2–3 people) ₩45,900
• Monde Set (2–3 people) ₩47,900
• Boneless fried chicken ₩19,900
• Tteokbokki (spicy rice cakes) boneless chicken ₩19,900
• Truffle fries ₩9,900
• Assorted sausages & nachos ₩12,900

We ordered the Raymond Set, which comes with pizza plus sausages, boneless chicken and fries.

What craft beers are on tap at Raymond's Hongdae?

The craft beer selection was wide, from lagers to ales to fruity beers. I went by the menu descriptions and ordered the Vienna lager.

They also have various review events going on, so you can pick up small perks if you join in.

How does the Raymond Set taste?

The Raymond Set came out all at once, pizza, boneless chicken, sausages and fries, so generous that the table was completely full. The pizza came in several flavors to try in one go, and with crispy fried chicken and sausages added, it was fun to pick and choose.

A range of sauces came along too, so you can dip to your own taste.

Cheese pizza and bacon Hawaiian pizza

The cheese pizza was a back-to-basics one with a rich, nutty cheese flavor. It was piled with cheese, and I loved the stretchy pull with every bite. The bacon Hawaiian was a different kind of treat, with salty bacon mixed with sweetness. The sweet-and-salty combo wasn't overwhelming and worked surprisingly well, so I kept reaching for more.

Pepperoni and mac & cheese pizza

The pepperoni was loaded with salty pepperoni, and the flavor hit with every bite. The mac & cheese pizza was topped with plenty of smooth cheese sauce, which made it even richer and nuttier.

Boneless fried chicken

The boneless chicken in the Raymond Set was crispy outside and juicy inside, with a great texture. It was seasoned just right, so it was fine on its own, and dipping it in the sauces that came with it gave it a different taste.

How does the Vienna lager taste with pizza?

The Vienna lager at Raymond's Hongdae had a slight fruity note and a clean, cool taste. It's an easy-drinking style, and it tasted so good that I kept going back for more. I'd recommend it when you want to really enjoy craft beer.

Sausages and truffle fries

The sausages were crisp outside and juicy inside, and you could taste the juices the more you chewed. They had a salty kick that goes well with beer. The fries were sprinkled with truffle, so a subtle aroma came up and made them even more flavorful. The crunchy texture was great too, a side dish I kept reaching for.

Is Raymond's Hongdae worth it for pizza and beer?

Raymond's Hongdae is a good place to enjoy a variety of pizzas together with craft beer. I got to taste several kinds of pizza, and the beer selection was wide enough to pick what suits you. I'll remember it as an easy place to drop into when you're looking for pizza and beer in Hongdae.