# Gwangju set-menu dinner with yukhoe and spicy octopus: Misikga Imokase

- By Noyeon (https://superchart.com/en/@market-meal-route/)
- Written Sep 13, 2026
- Local places › Restaurants › Seo-gu, Gwangju
- Sponsored: This post was written after a sponsored visit to the restaurant.
- English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@market-meal-route/gwangju-sangmu-imokase-travel-dinner/
- Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@market-meal-route/gwangju-sangmu-imokase-travel-dinner/index.md)

## In short

Misikga Imokase Sangmu Main Branch is a Korean restaurant on Sangmupyeonghwa-ro in Seo-gu, Gwangju, serving a 17-dish set meal. The meal runs like a course: mukmuchim (chilled jelly salad), japchae, potatoes and jeon (savoury pancakes) first, then yukhoe (raw beef) and sin-jjukkumi (spicy baby octopus), with fruit at the end. For a dinner on a Gwangju trip, Misikga Imokase is an easy way to taste Jeolla-do cooking all in one sitting.

## Good to know

- **Name**: Misikga Imokase Sangmu Main Branch
- **Address**: 114 Sangmupyeonghwa-ro, 1st floor, Seo-gu, Gwangju
- **Hours**: 16:00–24:00, closed every Sunday
- **Signature menu**: 17-dish imokase set meal
- **Price**: 35,000 won per person for two diners / 30,000 won per person for three or more
- **Parking**: Parking in front of the restaurant; paid lots nearby when full
- **Seating**: Private group room available

*as written by the visitor on Sep 13, 2026*

![Full course spread at Misikga Imokase in Sangmu-jigu, Gwangju](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwangju-sangmu-imokase-travel-dinner/gwangju-sangmu-imokase-travel-dinner-01-wpqco-1200.webp)

This time I visited Misikga Imokase, a place I heard locals in Sangmu-jigu frequently go to, and I was surprised by how much more varied the spread was than I expected. If you're looking for a dinner spot on your Gwangju trip, this one's worth keeping an eye on.

## Misikga Imokase Sangmu Main Branch: hours, price and address

Misikga Imokase Sangmu Branch is located at 114 Sangmupyeonghwa-ro, 1st floor, Seo-gu, Gwangju. It's open from 4pm to midnight, closed every Sunday.

- Name: Misikga Imokase Sangmu Branch
- Address: 114 Sangmupyeonghwa-ro, 1st floor, Seo-gu, Gwangju, South Korea
- Hours: 16:00–24:00 (4pm–midnight), closed every Sunday
- Parking: Available in front of the restaurant; paid lots nearby recommended if full
- Signature menu: 17-dish Imokase course / ₩35,000 per person for 2, ₩30,000 per person for 3 or more

### What kind of get-together suits Misikga Imokase?

- Company dinners
- Group gatherings and year-end parties
- Family meals out
- Treating your parents to a meal
- Exploring Sangmu-jigu's dinner spots
- A Korean course meal while traveling in Gwangju
- A good place to drink with friends over Imokase
- Any gathering or birthday party that needs a private room

### Who the 17-dish set meal is best for

- Anyone who wants variety instead of just one dish
- Anyone looking for a good-value set course
- Anyone hunting for a local favorite in Sangmu-jigu
- Anyone who needs a group room for a work dinner
- Anyone who wants to try Gwangju's imokase-style dining

## Inside Misikga Imokase: the room and the group table

The moment I stepped in, I felt how comfortable the atmosphere was. Not too flashy or loud, just pleasantly lively — it would work well for hangouts with friends, family dinners, or work dinners alike. There's also a group room, so visiting with a larger party didn't seem like a hassle at all.

![Interior atmosphere of Misikga Imokase Sangmu Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwangju-sangmu-imokase-travel-dinner/gwangju-sangmu-imokase-travel-dinner-02-22hry-900.webp)

## Where to eat in Sangmu, Gwangju with family or friends

If you're looking for a place for a family meal or a friends' gathering, I'd recommend Misikga Imokase in Sangmu-jigu. The variety of Korean dishes comes out like a course, so it's easy to please everyone's taste, and with so many dishes, satisfaction was high. The restaurant was clean and the group room made for a comfortable meal.

![Early course side dishes at Imokase](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwangju-sangmu-imokase-travel-dinner/gwangju-sangmu-imokase-travel-dinner-03-edbjs-900.webp)

![Korean side dishes served as part of the course](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwangju-sangmu-imokase-travel-dinner/gwangju-sangmu-imokase-travel-dinner-04-u4xxu-900.webp)

The biggest appeal of this place was being able to enjoy so many dishes like a course, not just one or two. Every time a dish came out, I found myself looking forward to what would come next. Thanks to that, even though the meal ran long, it was never boring.

The mukmuchim (seasoned jelly salad) exceeded my expectations too. The seasoning over fresh vegetables perked up my appetite, and eating the chewy jelly with the vegetables gave a nice range of textures. Overall, the food lineup was well-balanced and satisfying.

![Mukmuchim with vegetables](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwangju-sangmu-imokase-travel-dinner/gwangju-sangmu-imokase-travel-dinner-05-1y5a1-900.webp)

![Japchae loaded with vegetables](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwangju-sangmu-imokase-travel-dinner/gwangju-sangmu-imokase-travel-dinner-06-8o4dx-900.webp)

The japchae (glass noodle stir-fry) was tastier than it looked. The springy noodles came with plenty of vegetables, so it had a nice chew, and the seasoning was just right. Eating it warm gave that homemade comfort feeling, and I kept reaching for more.

![Plainly boiled potatoes](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwangju-sangmu-imokase-travel-dinner/gwangju-sangmu-imokase-travel-dinner-07-dffmy-900.webp)

![Golden-fried jeon](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwangju-sangmu-imokase-travel-dinner/gwangju-sangmu-imokase-travel-dinner-08-19t9f-900.webp)

The plainly boiled potatoes worked as a palate cleanser between dishes, and the golden-fried jeon (savory pancake) balanced crispy edges with a moist center. Good to pair alongside the other dishes throughout the meal.

## A Sangmu dinner spot that works for a group gathering

If you're looking for a dinner gathering spot in Sangmu-jigu, Misikga Imokase is a solid choice. Dishes like samhap bossam (pork wrap with fermented skate and kimchi), yukjeon (beef pancake), makhoe (mixed raw fish), and jjukkumi (octopus) came out in sequence, making for good conversation over the meal. The atmosphere was relaxed and it accommodated groups well, making it satisfying for dinners or gatherings.

![A plate of yukhoe with cucumber](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwangju-sangmu-imokase-travel-dinner/gwangju-sangmu-imokase-travel-dinner-09-a3stm-900.webp)

The dish I reached for first was the yukhoe (seasoned raw beef). It had a fresh, lively texture, and eating it with cucumber added a crisp bite that made it even better. The seasoning wasn't overpowering, so it was easy to enjoy, and it worked great as a drinking snack too.

![Korean dishes continuing through the Imokase course](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwangju-sangmu-imokase-travel-dinner/gwangju-sangmu-imokase-travel-dinner-10-192np-900.webp)

![Dishes served one after another in the Imokase course](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwangju-sangmu-imokase-travel-dinner/gwangju-sangmu-imokase-travel-dinner-11-bz1r0-900.webp)

![Samhap bossam with side dishes](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwangju-sangmu-imokase-travel-dinner/gwangju-sangmu-imokase-travel-dinner-12-mws85-900.webp)

![Yukjeon on the table](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwangju-sangmu-imokase-travel-dinner/gwangju-sangmu-imokase-travel-dinner-13-1s2ni-900.webp)

![A plate of makhoe and other Jeolla-do dishes](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwangju-sangmu-imokase-travel-dinner/gwangju-sangmu-imokase-travel-dinner-14-1i3mu-900.webp)

![The Imokase menu continuing to arrive](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwangju-sangmu-imokase-travel-dinner/gwangju-sangmu-imokase-travel-dinner-15-eorn1-900.webp)

![A table full of dinner dishes](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwangju-sangmu-imokase-travel-dinner/gwangju-sangmu-imokase-travel-dinner-16-18uwt-900.webp)

Every time a new dish came out I thought, 'surely that's the last one,' but it kept going and I was genuinely surprised. It wasn't just about quantity — each dish had its own character, which made eating it all the more fun. What stood out most was being able to taste so much Jeolla-do food in one place, and as a traveler, I thought it was a great low-pressure way to experience the region's flavors.

![Jeolla-do dishes gathered on the table](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwangju-sangmu-imokase-travel-dinner/gwangju-sangmu-imokase-travel-dinner-17-9l5s4-900.webp)

![Dishes from the later part of the Imokase course](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwangju-sangmu-imokase-travel-dinner/gwangju-sangmu-imokase-travel-dinner-18-1qq14-900.webp)

![Spicy seasoned jjukkumi (octopus)](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwangju-sangmu-imokase-travel-dinner/gwangju-sangmu-imokase-travel-dinner-19-1882d-900.webp)

The spicy jjukkumi (octopus) in particular was one of the most memorable dishes on the Imokase menu. The spicy seasoning soaked well into the octopus, and the chewy texture only got better the more I chewed. It wasn't just spicy — there was a savory depth too, which kept me reaching for more. Alternating it with the other dishes kept the spiciness from feeling overwhelming, and it made a great drinking snack as well.

![Side dishes eaten alongside the spicy jjukkumi](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwangju-sangmu-imokase-travel-dinner/gwangju-sangmu-imokase-travel-dinner-20-1lwtj-900.webp)

![A dish good for evening drinks at Imokase](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwangju-sangmu-imokase-travel-dinner/gwangju-sangmu-imokase-travel-dinner-21-16fd3-900.webp)

## Is Misikga Imokase good for a work dinner with a large group?

If you're weighing up a spot for a work dinner, I'd recommend Misikga Imokase. The spacious layout and group room made it easy for a larger party to visit comfortably, and the variety of food kept everyone satisfied. Since it's not just one dish but many, it was easy to suit different tastes among coworkers.

![Fruit plate served at the end of the meal](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwangju-sangmu-imokase-travel-dinner/gwangju-sangmu-imokase-travel-dinner-22-aj7to-900.webp)

![Assorted fruit for dessert](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwangju-sangmu-imokase-travel-dinner/gwangju-sangmu-imokase-travel-dinner-23-cn7vg-900.webp)

![The final fruit dessert of the Imokase course](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwangju-sangmu-imokase-travel-dinner/gwangju-sangmu-imokase-travel-dinner-24-198y2-900.webp)

The meal wrapped up with fruit. Several kinds of fresh fruit were laid out, and just looking at it felt refreshing. The sweet fruit cleaned up the palate nicely. It was a great dessert to enjoy after such a hearty meal of varied dishes, and it made for a satisfying end to the visit.

## Final thoughts on dinner at Misikga Imokase

This visit made it clear why this place has become known by word of mouth as a dinner spot in Sangmu-jigu. Being able to enjoy so many dishes in one sitting, in such a relaxed atmosphere, left me very satisfied. If you're planning a trip to Gwangju or looking for a special dinner spot in Sangmu-jigu, I'd recommend adding this to your itinerary. 😊

## Where it is

- Misikga Imokase Sangmu Main Branch (미식가 이모카세 상무본점 단체룸 저녁 한식)
- 114 Sangmupyeonghwa-ro, 1st floor, Seo-gu, Gwangju, South Korea
- 전남광주통합특별시 서구 상무평화로 114 1층
- 35.1485955, 126.8513341
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