# Lunchtime soju-beer at a Jongno3-ga Korean BBQ: Cham Dwaejitgan

- By Yerin Doh N. (https://superchart.com/en/@nakwon-noon-table/)
- Written Sep 21, 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/@nakwon-noon-table/jongno-samgyeopsal-lunch-soju-charcoal/
- Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@nakwon-noon-table/jongno-samgyeopsal-lunch-soju-charcoal/index.md)

## In short

Cham Dwaejitgan Jongno Main Branch is a charcoal-grill Korean BBQ restaurant one minute on foot from Jongno3-ga Station Exit 2, on the first floor of the CGV Piccadilly building in Jongno, Seoul. Two friends came for lunch and ordered one portion each of cham samgyeopsal (pork belly) at 16,000 won and kkotmokssal (flower-cut pork neck) at 16,000 won, with staff grilling the meat and serving it alongside potato slices, grilled kimchi and minari (water dropwort), plus a midday soju-beer mix. With doenjang jjigae (soybean paste stew) and Jirisan kudzu cold noodles to finish, Cham Dwaejitgan works just as well for a quick lunch as for a group dinner.

## Good to know

- **Cham samgyeopsal (pork belly)**: 16,000 won
- **Kkotmokssal (flower-cut pork neck)**: 16,000 won
- **Pork type**: Boseong Nokdon and black pork, by cut including belly, neck and gabrisal
- **Seating**: About 15 four-person tables; two tables can be joined for groups
- **Ordering**: Tablet ordering at every table
- **Location**: 1-minute walk from Jongno3-ga Station Exit 2, first floor of the CGV building

*as written by the visitor on Sep 21, 2026*

I heard there was a great pork belly place in Jongno3-ga that also does lunch, so I went with a friend~

## Where is Cham Dwaejitgan Jongno Main Branch and how do you get there?

Cham Dwaejitgan Jongno Main Branch is about a one-minute walk from Jongno3-ga Station Exit 2. It's on the first floor of the building with the CGV, so it was easy to find.

## Outside and inside Cham Dwaejitgan

![Exterior view of Cham Dwaejitgan Jongno Main Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/jongno-samgyeopsal-lunch-soju-charcoal/jongno-samgyeopsal-lunch-soju-charcoal-01-ia1px-m-966.webp)

Since this place does charcoal direct-fire grilling, the meat was bound to be good.

![Signage announcing charcoal direct-fire grilling](https://img.superchart.com/images/jongno-samgyeopsal-lunch-soju-charcoal/jongno-samgyeopsal-lunch-soju-charcoal-02-12vun-966.webp)

On top of that, Cham Dwaejitgan only uses grade-1 domestic pork, so you can eat with peace of mind ><

![Interior of Cham Dwaejitgan with four-person tables](https://img.superchart.com/images/jongno-samgyeopsal-lunch-soju-charcoal/jongno-samgyeopsal-lunch-soju-charcoal-03-1fk1j-966.webp)

Inside there were about 15 four-person tables. Some tables were pushed together too, so it looked good for group gatherings. The tables were spaced far apart, which made it really comfortable haha.

## Cham Dwaejitgan menu and side dishes

![Menu board listing Boseong Nokdon and black pork](https://img.superchart.com/images/jongno-samgyeopsal-lunch-soju-charcoal/jongno-samgyeopsal-lunch-soju-charcoal-04-imiym-966.webp)

The pork was broadly split into two types — you can choose between Boseong Nokdon or black pork. Within each category there were various cuts like samgyeopsal (pork belly), mokssal (pork neck), and gabrisal.

![Tablet ordering screen on the table with side dish info](https://img.superchart.com/images/jongno-samgyeopsal-lunch-soju-charcoal/jongno-samgyeopsal-lunch-soju-charcoal-05-rq7f9-966.webp)

Each table has a tablet so you can order right away. Below it shows the side dishes that go especially well with the pork belly. I figured I'd try them all one by one once the meat was grilled hahahaha.

![Basic side dishes including lettuce wraps and shredded scallions](https://img.superchart.com/images/jongno-samgyeopsal-lunch-soju-charcoal/jongno-samgyeopsal-lunch-soju-charcoal-06-1j4ik-966.webp)

Right after we ordered the meat, they brought out lettuce wraps, shredded scallions and other sides. The color of the kimchi and wild minari (water dropwort) sitting on the grill looked seriously amazing ✨ The minari smelled so fragrant and went perfectly with the meat — the owner really knows what's good.

## Cham samgyeopsal and kkotmokssal, 16,000 won each, one portion per person

![Raw cham samgyeopsal and kkotmokssal, two portions](https://img.superchart.com/images/jongno-samgyeopsal-lunch-soju-charcoal/jongno-samgyeopsal-lunch-soju-charcoal-07-vey7g-966.webp)

There were two of us, so we ordered two portions.

- Cham samgyeopsal (pork belly) ₩16,000
- Kkotmokssal (flower-cut pork neck) ₩16,000

Wow, just looking at the color of the meat you could tell it'd be delicious. The fat was mixed in just the right amount, and the bright red color of the meat had me drooling already.

![Soju-beer glass served with milk thistle](https://img.superchart.com/images/jongno-samgyeopsal-lunch-soju-charcoal/jongno-samgyeopsal-lunch-soju-charcoal-08-148fm-966.webp)

Pork belly without a soju-beer would feel incomplete, right? haha The nice touch of giving us milk thistle to look after our livers meant we could drink our soju-beer with a clear conscience hahahaha.

![Staff member grilling meat, potatoes and mushrooms on the grill](https://img.superchart.com/images/jongno-samgyeopsal-lunch-soju-charcoal/jongno-samgyeopsal-lunch-soju-charcoal-09-1gust-966.webp)

A staff member grilled the meat, potatoes, and even the mushrooms for us directly. It's really a Jongno3-ga Station pork belly spot where all you have to do is eat comfortably. They even cut everything into nice bite-sized pieces, so you truly don't have to lift a finger 😆

![A glass of soju-beer enjoyed as a daytime drink](https://img.superchart.com/images/jongno-samgyeopsal-lunch-soju-charcoal/jongno-samgyeopsal-lunch-soju-charcoal-10-1pd5q-966.webp)

Couldn't wait for the meat, so we clinked our soju-beer glasses first. It'd been a while since a daytime drink, and it was so refreshing and crisp.

![Neatly arranged grilled pork belly and pork neck](https://img.superchart.com/images/jongno-samgyeopsal-lunch-soju-charcoal/jongno-samgyeopsal-lunch-soju-charcoal-11-1hb32-966.webp)

Laid out so neatly, it looked even more delicious. The pork belly already had amazing visuals, but the pork neck was no slouch either.

![Fully cooked pork belly and potato slices moved down the grill](https://img.superchart.com/images/jongno-samgyeopsal-lunch-soju-charcoal/jongno-samgyeopsal-lunch-soju-charcoal-12-rvwga-1200.webp)

Once fully cooked, they moved it down to the lower part of the grill. Then they went on to grill the potato slices. Thinking about wrapping the meat with the well-grilled minari and kimchi already had me drooling.

![Perilla leaf wrap topped with grilled kimchi and minari](https://img.superchart.com/images/jongno-samgyeopsal-lunch-soju-charcoal/jongno-samgyeopsal-lunch-soju-charcoal-13-j0eyf-966.webp)

### Grilled kimchi, potato slices and mushroom-wasabi sauce

First I tried wrapping it in a perilla leaf, and the spicy, crunchy grilled kimchi completely cut through the greasy richness of the pork belly. Adding a little wasabi on top made the flavor even better haha.

![Meat and minari on top of a potato slice](https://img.superchart.com/images/jongno-samgyeopsal-lunch-soju-charcoal/jongno-samgyeopsal-lunch-soju-charcoal-14-1o8kg-966.webp)

![A piece of meat with mushroom wasabi on the side](https://img.superchart.com/images/jongno-samgyeopsal-lunch-soju-charcoal/jongno-samgyeopsal-lunch-soju-charcoal-15-107xa-966.webp)

I also tried the potato slice with minari and mushroom wasabi combo. The minari was fragrant and the mushroom wasabi was pretty spicy, giving it a unique, special flavor. Eating all the good stuff together was the best ㅠㅠ

## Doenjang jjigae and Jirisan kudzu cold noodles to finish

![Doenjang jjigae served as the meal menu at the BBQ restaurant](https://img.superchart.com/images/jongno-samgyeopsal-lunch-soju-charcoal/jongno-samgyeopsal-lunch-soju-charcoal-16-16l60-966.webp)

As a carb lover, whenever I go to a Korean BBQ place I have to have doenjang jjigae (soybean paste stew) with rice, and this place's doenjang jjigae was seriously great haha.

![A full meal set of white rice and doenjang jjigae](https://img.superchart.com/images/jongno-samgyeopsal-lunch-soju-charcoal/jongno-samgyeopsal-lunch-soju-charcoal-17-180km-966.webp)

Try mixing some doenjang jjigae broth into steaming white rice and topping it with meat 🔥 Honestly, I think this might be the ultimate combo.

![Jirisan kudzu cold noodles topped with shaved ice](https://img.superchart.com/images/jongno-samgyeopsal-lunch-soju-charcoal/jongno-samgyeopsal-lunch-soju-charcoal-18-1qjze-966.webp)

My friend's pick was the Jirisan kudzu cold noodles, perfect for a hot day. Just looking at the shaved-ice-topped noodles cools you down. They drizzled on some mustard to boost the flavor and added vinegar to taste. The refreshing coolness completely chased away the heat.

![Dental floss and mouthwash placed at the store entrance](https://img.superchart.com/images/jongno-samgyeopsal-lunch-soju-charcoal/jongno-samgyeopsal-lunch-soju-charcoal-19-1ga95-900.webp)

![Post-meal convenience item corner near the entrance](https://img.superchart.com/images/jongno-samgyeopsal-lunch-soju-charcoal/jongno-samgyeopsal-lunch-soju-charcoal-20-ar58v-900.webp)

Near the exit they had useful items for before and after the meal. The owner's thoughtfulness in stocking dental floss and mouthwash was impressive all over again.

## Is Cham Dwaejitgan worth it for lunch in Jongno3-ga?

> A Jongno3-ga pork restaurant where you can enjoy hanwoo-grade Korean pork comfortably and at a good price

The clean interior was great, and on top of that the service of grilling everything perfectly left nothing to complain about. If you're looking for a great pork belly spot in Jongno, I'd definitely recommend Cham Dwaejitgan Jongno Main Branch. The meat quality speaks for itself, and the meal menu was hearty too — I really enjoyed the whole meal~

## Where it is

- Cham Dwaejitgan Jongno Main Branch (참돼짓간 종로본점)
- 1 Donhwamun-ro 5ga-gil, 1st floor of Piccadilly CGV Theater, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea
- 서울특별시 종로구 돈화문로5가길 1 피카디리 cgv극장 1층 1-89호
- 37.5710346, 126.9912405
- Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EC%B0%B8%EB%8F%BC%EC%A7%93%EA%B0%84%20%EC%A2%85%EB%A1%9C%EB%B3%B8%EC%A0%90/@37.5710346,126.9912405,17z

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