Konkuk University bar with open window seats and draft beer: Haru

Today I visited an izakaya with great vibes in Konkuk — Haru Konkuk Branch. I was looking for a bar in Konkuk and ended up here, and the atmosphere was great with a really diverse menu, so it worked well as a Konkuk date spot too haha^^

Where is Haru Konkuk Branch, and what are its hours?

Haru Konkuk Branch is 176m from Konkuk University Station Exit 1, on the 2nd floor at 2F, 59 Dongil-ro 22-gil, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul, South Korea. Hours are Sun–Thu 17:00–01:30 (last order 00:30), Fri–Sat 17:00–02:00 (last order 01:00).

• Reservations available
• Wi-Fi
• Separate restrooms for men and women
• Group-friendly

Haru Konkuk Branch is on the 2nd floor of the building. It's close to Konkuk University Station, so it's easy to find^^

Inside Haru Konkuk Branch: window seats and a bar counter

Inside, Haru Konkuk Branch had a real izakaya feel. There was a bar table too, which looked great for solo drinking or just a light one, and the window side had the windows wide open so a breeze drifted in. On a nice day, sitting by the window and enjoying the atmosphere with a drink would be perfect.

What's on the menu at Haru Konkuk Branch?

The menu at Haru Konkuk Branch was really varied — sashimi, skewers, soups, even fried dishes. There was also a good selection of drinks, from sake to highballs, so it seemed easy to pick a drink to match whatever you ordered. With so many options, it seemed like a solid pick for anyone looking for a Konkuk izakaya. We went with the chef's recommendation: the Haru Sashimi + 6 Skewer Set.

Haru Sashimi + 6 Skewer Set for 59,500 won

Haru Konkuk Branch's Haru Sashimi + 6 Skewer Set is ₩59,500. A menu where you get sashimi and skewers all at once! Perfect for when you want to try a bunch of different snacks at a Konkuk izakaya. Doesn't it look amazing?

The skewers came in a good variety, so it was fun picking through them one by one. They were good on their own, but dipping them in the sauce added extra savoriness — genuinely delicious. If you're looking for skewer snacks at a Konkuk bar, this is a good option.

How fresh was the sashimi at Haru Konkuk Branch?

The sashimi at Haru Konkuk Branch was genuinely fresh and delicious. The moment I took a bite, I felt that bouncy texture right away, and there was no fishy taste at all, so I kept reaching for more. The skewers were good, but the sashimi exceeded expectations, so if you're looking for a Konkuk izakaya, this place is a solid choice.

Abalone came with it too, and the crunch was really nice. The sashimi overall was fresh, giving a great texture in the mouth, and it was clean with no fishy taste, so my chopsticks kept going back for more. With a little wasabi on top, the sharp kick added even more flavor, and it was plenty tasty even without dipping it in sauce, just the taste of the fish itself. The sashimi plate alone was quite filling. If you're looking for a place with great sashimi at a Konkuk izakaya, this is the one.

Sashimi with a glass of draft beer

Sashimi needs draft beer, right? Pairing a bite of fresh sashimi with a cold draft beer was a really great combo. With the skewers alongside too, there were so many different snacks that the drinks just kept flowing.

Is Haru Konkuk Branch a good date spot near Konkuk University?

The sashimi especially was fresh and delicious, so it stuck with me, and the skewers came in enough variety to pair well as drinking snacks. The atmosphere had that genuine izakaya feel too, so it was comfortable for chatting over drinks! For anyone looking for a bar in Konkuk or a Konkuk izakaya who wants good snacks in a place with great atmosphere for a date, I'd recommend this as a Konkuk date spot.