Date bar near Children's Grand Park with beef ramen: Yukhoe Gongjakso

Today I visited Yukhoe Gongjakso Sejong University branch, a bar 3 minutes on foot from Exit 4 of Children's Grand Park Station, near Sejong University and Konkuk University. With everything from yukhoe (raw beef tartare) and salmon to skewers and ramen, it was a great spot for dinner and drinks near Children's Grand Park Station, Sejong University, and Konkuk University. Open from 5:00 PM to 6:00 AM the next day, with both partitioned booths and larger group tables, it's a solid pick for couples or friend gatherings near these stations.

Deciding on dinner for a date is always oddly tricky. You want something tasty, you want a drink too, but ordering too much gets pricey — and eating too light means you're hungry again on the way home, ugh. This time I went looking for an affordable spot near Children's Grand Park Station, Sejong University, and Konkuk University that could cover both dinner and drinks in one go, and Yukhoe Gongjakso Sejong University branch caught my eye as a good-value option, so off we went.

Where is Yukhoe Gongjakso Sejong University branch, and what are the hours?

Yukhoe Gongjakso Sejong University branch is a 3-minute walk from Exit 4 of Children's Grand Park Station, open from 5:00 PM to 6:00 AM the next day. It's under a 10-minute walk from both nearby stations, so access was excellent.

When looking for an evening date bar near Children's Grand Park Station, Sejong University, or Konkuk University, that kind of accessibility is a real plus.

Inside the wooden facade: cherry blossom trees and blue lighting

We were originally just looking for an affordable bar near Children's Grand Park Station and Sejong University, but surprise — Yukhoe Gongjakso Sejong University branch turned out to also be a trendy, atmospheric spot near Children's Grand Park Station, Sejong University, and Konkuk University! Arriving at Yukhoe Gongjakso, the wood-paneled exterior caught my eye right away.

Step inside and you're greeted by a cherry blossom tree and soft blue lighting. That kind of atmospheric interior is probably part of why it's known as a trendy spot near Children's Grand Park Station, Sejong University, and Konkuk University.

Yukhoe Gongjakso Sejong University branch's walls and seating also have a cute Japanese-inspired touch, giving it an izakaya feel. A trendy spot near these stations clearly doesn't skip these little details.

In the center are mostly partitioned 4-person booths, along with window seats good for two, and a wall section that looked like it could seat 8–10.

If you're a couple looking for a dinner date spot near Children's Grand Park Station, Sejong University, or Konkuk University, go for the window or booth seats; if you're with friends, pick the 4-person or larger tables depending on your group size. Worth remembering if you're after an evening gathering bar around these stations.

What's on the menu at Yukhoe Gongjakso?

Yukhoe Gongjakso Sejong University branch, known as a good-value spot near Children's Grand Park Station, Sejong University, and Konkuk University, had quite a lot of options on the menu, from hearty mains to light sides.

Since we wanted to order all sorts of things at this bar near Children's Grand Park Station, Sejong University, and Konkuk University, this lineup was welcome. Prices overall felt reasonable too, which would make it popular with students looking for good-value bars nearby. Since we'd come to Yukhoe Gongjakso Sejong University branch, we made sure to get the yukhoe and salmon, plus a few sides.

The complimentary starter: a broth like egg soup

A warm soup similar to egg soup came out as a complimentary side. Salty and smooth, it warmed us up on a chilly day and was a nice way to whet our appetite before digging into the main meal at this good-value spot near Children's Grand Park Station, Sejong University, and Konkuk University.

Round one: the yukhoe combo, tartare and raw beef sashimi together

At this yukhoe spot near Children's Grand Park Station, Sejong University, and Konkuk University, of course our first order was the yukhoe combo! Since they specialize in yukhoe, I figured the raw beef sashimi would be good too, so we ordered both together, along with king shrimp tempura and Bburinkle seasoned potatoes.

Yukhoe (raw beef tartare) and raw beef sashimi

The yukhoe at Yukhoe Gongjakso Sejong University branch looked appetizing from its deep red color alone. The slightly sweet, savory seasoning kept our chopsticks coming back for more. The raw beef sashimi had a nice chewy texture, and it was fun alternating between the two. Being able to enjoy both at once at this yukhoe spot near these stations was great.

Bburinkle seasoned potatoes and king shrimp tempura

The sides at this spot near Children's Grand Park Station, Sejong University, and Konkuk University were also very satisfying. The Bburinkle seasoned potatoes were crispy with that sweet-and-salty seasoning on top. The king shrimp tempura had a crunchy batter wrapped around a plump shrimp, giving it a satisfying bite.

Looking for a good-value spot near Children's Grand Park Station, Sejong University, and Konkuk University, we enjoyed a hearty first round with the main and sides together.

Round two: salmon sashimi and two kinds of skewers

Next up at this bar near Children's Grand Park Station, Sejong University, and Konkuk University, we ordered salmon sashimi, chicken gizzard skewer, and green onion chicken skewer.

Salmon sashimi

Yukhoe Gongjakso Sejong University branch may be known as a yukhoe spot near Children's Grand Park Station, Sejong University, and Konkuk University, but the salmon was really good too. It had a flavor that felt somewhat aged, thick-cut yet very soft. My earlier worry that a non-specialist sashimi restaurant wouldn't do it justice turned out to be unfounded, haha.

Chicken gizzard skewer and green onion chicken skewer

The chicken gizzards at this bar near Children's Grand Park Station, Sejong University, and Konkuk University had an appealing chewy, crunchy texture. The green onion chicken skewer was juicy, cooked just right without any burnt or undercooked spots. Only downside was that the green onion was a bit tough. When picking a good-value bar near these stations, it matters that there's something for everyone even with different tastes, and this place had plenty of options.

Finishing with hot beef ramen

The last thing we ordered at Yukhoe Gongjakso Sejong University branch was beef ramen! Even when you're full, there's always room for a hot bowl of soup at the end, right, haha. With a hint of pepper and a spicy kick, it was exactly what you'd want when craving something hot and savory. There was a good amount of beef in it too, so we finished our meal near Children's Grand Park Station, Sejong University, and Konkuk University on a satisfying note. Wanting both dinner and drinks at this good-value spot nearby, we polished off the ramen down to the last bite.

Is Yukhoe Gongjakso worth a date night?

Yukhoe Gongjakso Sejong University branch was great as a good-value bar near Children's Grand Park Station, Sejong University, and Konkuk University, letting you pick from yukhoe, salmon, fried dishes, and skewers depending on your taste. Prices across the board were pretty reasonable, so what I liked most was being able to order several dishes and eat generously without breaking the bank. It was also nice not needing to find a separate bar afterward — dinner and drinks were covered in one place.

This would suit couples looking for an evening date bar near Children's Grand Park Station, Sejong University, or Konkuk University, or groups of friends who want a spot to share various dishes over drinks. If you're after a trendy, good-value bar near these stations, this one's worth checking out!!