# Mapo Korean restaurant for family Hanwoo dinners: Usu - By Chaerin (https://superchart.com/en/@lunch-line-seoul/) - Written Sep 12, 2026 - Local places › Restaurants › Mapo, Seoul - Sponsored: This visit was sponsored by the business. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@lunch-line-seoul/gongdeok-private-room-kids-menu/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@lunch-line-seoul/gongdeok-private-room-kids-menu/index.md) ## In short Usu is a private-room Korean restaurant in Mapo, Seoul, connected to Gongdeok Station. My family had the Dinner B Course and a kids’ meal, with individual charcoal grills and seasonal fish pot rice. Verdict: a calm choice for family gatherings where conversation matters. ## Good to know - **Location**: Connected underground to Exit 2 of Gongdeok Station - **Parking**: Up to 3 hours of free parking registration with a meal - **Seating**: All-private rooms, including larger group rooms - **Order**: Dinner B Course and kids’ meal - **Kids’ meal**: Hanwoo seokgalbi, Hanwoo miyeok-guk, a drink, and seaweed - **Convenience**: High chairs available *as written by the visitor on Sep 12, 2026* If you are looking for a quiet place for a family gathering in Gongdeok or a Seoul restaurant for a formal meeting between families, consider Usu (우수), where every seat is in a private room. I visited with my family for a special occasion. With a dinner course centered on 1++ Hanwoo sirloin, separate rooms, and a kids’ meal for little ones, it was an easy place for a family meal. We ordered the Dinner B Course and kids’ meal, so I’ll share the food we actually tried, the atmosphere, and the parking information. ![Usu Gongdeok Dinner Course and kids’ meal](https://img.superchart.com/images/gongdeok-private-room-kids-menu/gongdeok-private-room-kids-menu-01-1rd6d-1200.webp) ## Easy access from Gongdeok Station and parking Usu’s Gongdeok branch connects directly to the basement from Exit 2 of Gongdeok Station, making it convenient by public transit. I liked that you can stay indoors even on rainy or snowy days. If you drive, use the building’s underground parking lot. I was told that up to three hours of free parking can be registered with a meal, so do not forget to register your car when paying. ![Usu Gongdeok parking information](https://img.superchart.com/images/gongdeok-private-room-kids-menu/gongdeok-private-room-kids-menu-02-sabhp-966.webp) ## An all-private-room atmosphere Inside, the space is arranged around separate private rooms rather than a standard open dining hall. It was nice to talk over dinner without worrying much about nearby-table noise or other diners’ attention. Each room has hangers and a table setting, and there are also larger rooms sized for groups. That made it a good fit not only for quiet family gatherings, but also for parents’ 60th or 70th birthdays, anniversary meals, or formal family meetings in Seoul. The calm, modern Korean-style interior, open kitchen, and wine-cellar area were also enjoyable beyond the food itself. ![Usu Gongdeok private dining room](https://img.superchart.com/images/gongdeok-private-room-kids-menu/gongdeok-private-room-kids-menu-03-43mb3-966.webp) ![Table setting in a Usu Gongdeok private room](https://img.superchart.com/images/gongdeok-private-room-kids-menu/gongdeok-private-room-kids-menu-04-uwwc6-966.webp) ![Usu Gongdeok modern Korean-style interior](https://img.superchart.com/images/gongdeok-private-room-kids-menu/gongdeok-private-room-kids-menu-05-1xms9-966.webp) ![Usu Gongdeok open kitchen and wine cellar](https://img.superchart.com/images/gongdeok-private-room-kids-menu/gongdeok-private-room-kids-menu-06-kqcdf-966.webp) ## Lunch, dinner, and kids’ menu options Usu Gongdeok offers separate lunch and dinner courses, plus a kids’ meal for visitors dining with children. The Dinner B Course brings several dishes in sequence, centered on 1++ Hanwoo sirloin, and the kids’ meal can be added when dining with a child. Since it is a higher-priced course, it felt better suited to a family gathering or anniversary than an everyday meal. ![Usu Gongdeok course menu information](https://img.superchart.com/images/gongdeok-private-room-kids-menu/gongdeok-private-room-kids-menu-07-n0st7-966.webp) ## Our Dinner B Course We added a kids’ meal to the Dinner B Course. Once seated, cold barley tea arrived first, then the course began with a presentation box featuring dry ice. ![Course beginning with a dry-ice presentation box](https://img.superchart.com/images/gongdeok-private-room-kids-menu/gongdeok-private-room-kids-menu-08-atj96-966.webp) ![Cold barley tea from the Dinner B Course](https://img.superchart.com/images/gongdeok-private-room-kids-menu/gongdeok-private-room-kids-menu-09-190n8-966.webp) ### Beef-and-chicken porridge to begin the course The first dish, beef-and-chicken jinjuk, was a porridge with the deep savory flavor of beef-bone and chicken broth. Scorched rice and mushroom garnish gave it both a soft texture and something to chew on, and it gently settled the stomach before the meal began in earnest. ### The kids’ meal we ordered The kids’ meal included Hanwoo seokgalbi (sweet grilled beef ribs), Hanwoo miyeok-guk (seaweed soup), a drink, and seaweed. The seokgalbi had a sweet flavor that was easy for a child to enjoy, and the Hanwoo seaweed soup made it a well-prepared children’s meal. Our child finished every bite, so I loved that there was an option for families with children. High chairs are also available, which is worth noting when dining with a young child. ![Kids’ meal with Hanwoo seokgalbi and seaweed soup](https://img.superchart.com/images/gongdeok-private-room-kids-menu/gongdeok-private-room-kids-menu-10-s81fw-966.webp) ### A variety of bite-sized dishes Next came four bite-sized dishes, including a bulgogi sandwich, scallop and clam, and sweet shrimp gim-bugak (crispy fried seaweed). The lightly truffle-scented bulgogi sandwich was a different way to enjoy familiar bulgogi, while the scallop and sweet shrimp dishes each offered distinct textures and flavors. The portions were not large all at once, so it was fun to taste small bites in the rhythm of the course and anticipate what came next. ![Dinner course bite-sized dishes](https://img.superchart.com/images/gongdeok-private-room-kids-menu/gongdeok-private-room-kids-menu-11-1at2m-966.webp) ![Truffle-scented bulgogi sandwich bite](https://img.superchart.com/images/gongdeok-private-room-kids-menu/gongdeok-private-room-kids-menu-12-df38x-966.webp) ![Scallop and sweet shrimp gim-bugak bites](https://img.superchart.com/images/gongdeok-private-room-kids-menu/gongdeok-private-room-kids-menu-13-krjjr-966.webp) ### Shiitake shrimp zucchini, beef tartare, and Jeju tilefish The grilled shiitake shrimp zucchini came with peanut tofu sauce, which gave it a lovely nutty flavor. The beef tartare with gamtae seaweed was memorable for the combination of the seaweed’s ocean aroma and Hanwoo, while the grilled Jeju tilefish, finished with neungi mushroom broth, felt clean and neat. Many dishes highlighted the ingredients rather than strong seasoning, so I thought the course would also be an easy choice when bringing parents. ![Grilled shiitake shrimp zucchini with peanut tofu sauce](https://img.superchart.com/images/gongdeok-private-room-kids-menu/gongdeok-private-room-kids-menu-14-ityjh-966.webp) ![Hanwoo beef tartare with gamtae seaweed](https://img.superchart.com/images/gongdeok-private-room-kids-menu/gongdeok-private-room-kids-menu-15-1eg9t-966.webp) ![Grilled Jeju tilefish with neungi mushroom broth](https://img.superchart.com/images/gongdeok-private-room-kids-menu/gongdeok-private-room-kids-menu-16-1qvuj-966.webp) ### Abalone five-color gardenia noodles and individual sirloin grills The abalone five-color gardenia noodles refreshed the palate midway through the course. Then came the main dish: 1++ sirloin grilled on an individual brazier. Since each person grills their own meat to their preferred doneness, everyone can control both the pace and how well it is cooked. The sirloin was juicy and tender, and grilling it right over the brazier made its aroma and texture even more noticeable. ![Abalone five-color gardenia noodle course dish](https://img.superchart.com/images/gongdeok-private-room-kids-menu/gongdeok-private-room-kids-menu-17-31836-966.webp) ![Hanwoo sirloin grilling on an individual brazier](https://img.superchart.com/images/gongdeok-private-room-kids-menu/gongdeok-private-room-kids-menu-18-7sorn-966.webp) ![1++ Hanwoo sirloin on an individual brazier](https://img.superchart.com/images/gongdeok-private-room-kids-menu/gongdeok-private-room-kids-menu-19-ai8c7-966.webp) ![Individual-brazier Hanwoo sirloin course](https://img.superchart.com/images/gongdeok-private-room-kids-menu/gongdeok-private-room-kids-menu-20-nwj6x-966.webp) ### Seasonal fish pot rice set and dessert At the end of the meal, a set tray arrived with seasonal fish sotbap (pot-cooked rice), seasoned vegetable side dishes, and seaweed soup. Even after the course dishes, there was a proper serving of rice, soup, and banchan (side dishes), making the finish satisfying. Corn ice cream was served for dessert, ending the meal cleanly. ![Seasonal fish pot rice with seasoned vegetables](https://img.superchart.com/images/gongdeok-private-room-kids-menu/gongdeok-private-room-kids-menu-21-1n7qq-966.webp) ![Pot rice set with seaweed soup](https://img.superchart.com/images/gongdeok-private-room-kids-menu/gongdeok-private-room-kids-menu-22-1pe34-966.webp) ![공덕역 룸식당 키즈 메뉴 곁들인 가족 한우 코스, 우수](https://img.superchart.com/images/gongdeok-private-room-kids-menu/gongdeok-private-room-kids-menu-23-169a4-966.webp) ![Corn ice cream dessert](https://img.superchart.com/images/gongdeok-private-room-kids-menu/gongdeok-private-room-kids-menu-24-r08nd-966.webp) ## Reservation and parking tips What stood out most during this visit was not only the quality of the food but also the comfort of having a separate room. That said, the dinner course is on the higher-priced side, so it is best to decide on your group size and budget before reserving. - Because all seating is in rooms, booking ahead is recommended. - Reservations can be checked through Catchtable or by phone with the restaurant. - Confirm whether corkage is free and the detailed conditions when booking. - If you need a high chair or kids’ meal, request it in advance when reserving. - Ask when reserving whether an anniversary Hanwoo cake or service benefits are available. - When paying, confirm whether car registration is required for free parking after your meal. ## A Gongdeok private-room restaurant for family gatherings Usu Gongdeok was a place where we could enjoy a course centered on 1++ Hanwoo along with entirely private rooms. In particular, the independent, low-noise space suited occasions where conversation matters, such as family gatherings or formal family meetings. With a kids’ meal, high chairs, corkage-free service, and three hours of free parking, it also felt convenient for multiple generations dining together. If you are looking for a Hanwoo course for a special day in Gongdeok or a Seoul restaurant for a formal family meeting, Usu Gongdeok is worth adding to your list. ## Where it is - Usu (우수) (우수) - 201, B2, Lotte Castle President Shopping Arcade, 109 Mapo-daero, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea (서울특별시 마포구 마포대로 109 롯데캐슬프레지던트 상가 지하2층 201호) - 서울특별시 마포구 마포대로 109 롯데캐슬프레지던트 상가 지하2층 201호 - 37.5446186, 126.9503453 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EC%9A%B0%EC%88%98/@37.5446186,126.9503453,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@lunch-line-seoul/gongdeok-private-room-kids-menu/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt