# Jonggak Korean restaurant kiosk dinner: spicy octopus set, Bonghyejane

- By Daon (https://superchart.com/en/@jeju-morning-stool/)
- Written Sep 22, 2026
- Local places › Restaurants › Jongno, Seoul
- Sponsored: This is a review after visiting with a meal provided by the business.
- English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@jeju-morning-stool/jonggak-bonghyeja-kitchen-spicy-level-dinner/
- Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@jeju-morning-stool/jonggak-bonghyeja-kitchen-spicy-level-dinner/index.md)

## In short

Bonghyejane Jubang Jongno Tower branch is a Korean restaurant built around octopus stir-fry, located on B2 of Jongno Tower, a one-minute walk from Exit 3 or 3-1 of Jonggak Station in Jongno, Seoul. On an evening visit the order went through the table kiosk: the octopus stir-fry set for 16,000 won at Shin Ramyun spice level, plus the 1988 hamburg steak for 13,500 won. With a spice level you choose yourself and most dishes in the 10,000-won range, Bonghyejane Jubang also works well as a weekday lunch spot for Jonggak office workers.

## Good to know

- **Location**: Jongno Tower B2, 1-minute walk from Jonggak Station Exit 3 / 3-1
- **Hours**: Weekdays 11:00–21:00, weekends 11:00–20:00
- **Break time**: 15:00–16:30
- **Last order**: Weekdays 20:00, weekends 19:00
- **Parking**: Available (90 minutes free)
- **Ordered**: Octopus stir-fry set 16,000 won / 1988 hamburg steak 13,500 won
- **How to order**: Kiosk at every table
- **Price reference**: ₩10,000 ≈ $7.3 (2026-09-22)

*as written by the visitor on Sep 22, 2026*

![First photo from the visit to Bonghyejane Jubang Jongno Tower branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/jonggak-bonghyeja-kitchen-spicy-level-dinner/jonggak-bonghyeja-kitchen-spicy-level-dinner-01-12cgi-900.webp)

I was looking for somewhere to eat near Jonggak Station and ended up at Bonghyejane Jubang Jongno Tower branch. I visited in the evening this time, but after eating there I could tell a lot of the menu would work just as well for lunch.

![Entrance to Bonghyejane on basement level 2 of Jongno Tower](https://img.superchart.com/images/jonggak-bonghyeja-kitchen-spicy-level-dinner/jonggak-bonghyeja-kitchen-spicy-level-dinner-02-761kr-900.webp)

## Where is Bonghyejane Jubang Jongno Tower branch, and what are its hours?

Bonghyejane Jubang Jongno Tower branch is on basement level 2 of Jongno Tower. It's about a 1-minute walk from either Exit 3 or Exit 3-1 of Jonggak Station, so getting there by subway was really easy.

Being right by Jonggak Station, it struck me as a great Jonggak restaurant for grabbing a meal before or after work, or over lunch.

- 🕖 Hours: Weekdays 11:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m. / Weekends 11:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.
- Break time: 3:00–4:30 p.m.
- Last order: Weekdays 8:00 p.m., weekends 7:00 p.m.
- 🅿️ Parking: Available (free for 90 minutes)

![Interior view of Bonghyejane Jubang Jongno Tower branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/jonggak-bonghyeja-kitchen-spicy-level-dinner/jonggak-bonghyeja-kitchen-spicy-level-dinner-03-1fit2-900.webp)

## Seating at Bonghyejane Jubang: solo tables to group tables

Walking inside, there was a wider variety of seating than I expected.

![Seating with solo-dining spots and two-person tables](https://img.superchart.com/images/jonggak-bonghyeja-kitchen-spicy-level-dinner/jonggak-bonghyeja-kitchen-spicy-level-dinner-04-bymmn-900.webp)

There were solo-dining seats, two-person tables, and larger group tables, so it looked good for anything from eating alone to a lunch with coworkers.

## How the table kiosk works and what the menu costs

![Ordering kiosk screen on the table](https://img.superchart.com/images/jonggak-bonghyeja-kitchen-spicy-level-dinner/jonggak-bonghyeja-kitchen-spicy-level-dinner-05-37oad-900.webp)

Each table had its own kiosk, so you browse and order through that. The special home-style set meals and side dishes were mostly in the ₩10,000-range, which felt affordable enough for a Jonggak office worker's lunch.

![Menu board showing octopus stir-fry, hamburg steak and pork cutlet](https://img.superchart.com/images/jonggak-bonghyeja-kitchen-spicy-level-dinner/jonggak-bonghyeja-kitchen-spicy-level-dinner-06-1otor-900.webp)

Even though Bonghyejane Jubang's main dish is octopus stir-fry (nakji bokkeum), the menu was more varied than I expected. Some people want spicy octopus stir-fry, others prefer something familiar like hamburg steak or pork cutlet — having multiple options made it a good spot to visit with people who have different tastes.

## What we ordered: octopus stir-fry set and 1988 hamburg steak

![Table spread of the octopus stir-fry set and 1988 hamburg steak](https://img.superchart.com/images/jonggak-bonghyeja-kitchen-spicy-level-dinner/jonggak-bonghyeja-kitchen-spicy-level-dinner-07-1cu1b-1200.webp)

- ✔️ 1988 hamburg steak ₩13,500
- ✔️ Octopus stir-fry set ₩16,000

![Wide shot of the octopus stir-fry set meal](https://img.superchart.com/images/jonggak-bonghyeja-kitchen-spicy-level-dinner/jonggak-bonghyeja-kitchen-spicy-level-dinner-08-1deon-900.webp)

### Octopus stir-fry set with chosen spice level: how hot is Shin Ramyun level?

First up, the octopus stir-fry set. You can choose the spice level when ordering, and I went with roughly sinramyun (a popular spicy instant ramyeon) level.

![Close-up of octopus stir-fry ordered at sinramyun spice level](https://img.superchart.com/images/jonggak-bonghyeja-kitchen-spicy-level-dinner/jonggak-bonghyeja-kitchen-spicy-level-dinner-09-1vmlk-900.webp)

It turned out to be just spicy enough — not the kind of heat that's only aggressive, but a good, tasty spiciness when eaten with rice. The octopus also kept a nice chewy texture, which paired well with the rice.

![A spoonful of octopus stir-fry with rice](https://img.superchart.com/images/jonggak-bonghyeja-kitchen-spicy-level-dinner/jonggak-bonghyeja-kitchen-spicy-level-dinner-10-197ax-900.webp)

When it got a bit spicy, pairing it with the mushroom perilla soup that came alongside was nutty and satisfying.

![Mushroom perilla soup served alongside](https://img.superchart.com/images/jonggak-bonghyeja-kitchen-spicy-level-dinner/jonggak-bonghyeja-kitchen-spicy-level-dinner-11-gu623-900.webp)

![A bowl of nutty mushroom perilla soup](https://img.superchart.com/images/jonggak-bonghyeja-kitchen-spicy-level-dinner/jonggak-bonghyeja-kitchen-spicy-level-dinner-12-1y7en-676.webp)

With octopus stir-fry, mixing it into a bibimbap (mixed rice) is basically the classic move, and there was sesame oil right there on the table!

![Sesame oil on the table with octopus stir-fry bibimbap being prepared](https://img.superchart.com/images/jonggak-bonghyeja-kitchen-spicy-level-dinner/jonggak-bonghyeja-kitchen-spicy-level-dinner-13-1rj2n-900.webp)

![Octopus stir-fry rice mixed with sesame oil](https://img.superchart.com/images/jonggak-bonghyeja-kitchen-spicy-level-dinner/jonggak-bonghyeja-kitchen-spicy-level-dinner-14-bnqlb-900.webp)

Mixing it into the rice made it genuinely delicious. I thought it'd be a great choice for lunch when you're craving something spicy — filling enough to keep you going through the afternoon!

![Plate of the 1988 hamburg steak](https://img.superchart.com/images/jonggak-bonghyeja-kitchen-spicy-level-dinner/jonggak-bonghyeja-kitchen-spicy-level-dinner-15-3zb7k-900.webp)

### 1988 hamburg steak, the pick for anyone who can't eat spicy food

We also enjoyed the 1988 hamburg steak we ordered alongside it. Since octopus stir-fry is the signature dish here, I'd assumed the menu would be mostly spicy, so the hamburg steak option was a nice surprise.

That makes it easy for someone who can't eat spicy food, or a family with young kids, to still find something to order. It also felt like a plus for coworkers having lunch together, since everyone can pick what they want.

## Verdict: is Bonghyejane Jubang a good lunch spot for Jonggak office workers?

![Table at Bonghyejane Jubang Jongno Tower branch after finishing the meal](https://img.superchart.com/images/jonggak-bonghyeja-kitchen-spicy-level-dinner/jonggak-bonghyeja-kitchen-spicy-level-dinner-16-61yoy-900.webp)

Bonghyejane Jubang Jongno Tower branch was a good place to check off both accessibility and menu variety when looking for a Jonggak restaurant. I visited in the evening, but with it being about a minute's walk from Jonggak Station and offering a range of ₩10,000-range meals, I could see it being an even better fit for nearby office workers on weekday lunches.

In particular, being able to adjust the spice level of the octopus stir-fry set meant I could order to my own taste, and going with sinramyun-level spice made it pleasantly spicy alongside rice. And with options like hamburg steak or pork cutlet beyond just the octopus stir-fry, it also worked well for a group with different preferences.

The owner was friendly too, which made for a pleasant meal overall. If you're looking for a solid lunch spot for office workers near Jonggak Station, a good Jonggak restaurant for solo dining, or a comfortable Jonggak Korean restaurant to grab lunch with coworkers, this is one worth remembering for a hearty Korean meal.

## Where it is

- Bonghyejane Jubang Jongno Tower branch (봉혜자네주방 종로타워점)
- 51 Jongno, B206, B207, B2, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
- 서울특별시 종로구 종로 51 지하2층 B206, B207호
- 37.5707534, 126.9836385
- Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EB%B4%89%ED%98%9C%EC%9E%90%EB%84%A4%EC%A3%BC%EB%B0%A9%20%EC%A2%85%EB%A1%9C%ED%83%80%EC%9B%8C%EC%A0%90/@37.5707534,126.9836385,17z

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