Sangam DMC izakaya with salmon salad on shrimp crackers: Hanamato
In short
Hanamato Sangam DMC is an izakaya in Mapo, Seoul, a short walk from Digital Media City Station, with seating across the 1st and 2nd floors. From the open 2nd-floor window seats, this visit tried authentic Nagasaki champon (15,000 won), the best-5 charcoal-grilled yakitori set (13,000 won), a salmon salad (16,000 won) and scallop butter yaki, and the most memorable bite was the salmon salad piled onto the complimentary shrimp crackers served on the house. Hanamato works equally well for a drink after work, a team dinner or a second-round stop in Sangam.
Good to know
- Location
- 16 World Cup buk-ro 44-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul, 1st and 2nd floors (walking distance from DMC Station)
- Authentic Nagasaki champon
- 15,000 won
- Charcoal-grilled yakitori, best 5
- 13,000 won
- Salmon salad
- 16,000 won
- Extra orders
- Udon noodle add-on, scallop butter yaki
- Seating
- 1st and 2nd floors, open window-view seats on the 2nd floor
- Lunch service
- Lunch menu available
- Price reference
- ₩15,000 ≈ $11 · ₩13,000 ≈ $9.6 · ₩16,000 ≈ $12 (2026-09-23)
as written by the visitor on Sep 23, 2026
Hanamato Sangam DMC in three lines
- Deep, smoky flavor: a perfect match of craftsman-grilled charcoal yakitori and creamy Nagasaki champon
- Excellent value and range: plenty of side dishes and a full lunch menu at affordable prices
- Prime location: a short walk from DMC Station, ideal for after-work gatherings and second-round drinks
Why Sangam DMC office workers book Hanamato for team dinners
Hanamato Sangam DMC is an izakaya within walking distance of DMC Station, great for a casual drink after work and hearty enough for lunch too. Today I'm sharing my honest, real review from a visit to this Sangam location.
This place has been getting a lot of word-of-mouth among office workers lately. It's easy to get to near DMC Station, and the vibe is perfect for a stop right after work. Let me share the menu items I fell for and my real visit experience, no holding back!
What are the open window-view seats on Hanamato's 2nd floor like?
The open window-view seats on the 2nd floor at Hanamato Sangam DMC are the royal seats, looking down over an open street while catching a cool breeze. It feels like being in a Japanese izakaya without even leaving Korea.
The atmosphere is honestly gorgeous. It's the perfect spot to sip a highball with the emotional night view as your side dish, so if you visit, be sure to grab a window seat!
Time to order
The drinks joining us today
Authentic Nagasaki champon, 15,000 won: add the udon noodles
The first dish that landed on our table was Hanamato Sangam DMC's authentic Nagasaki champon (a spicy seafood noodle soup, ₩15,000). It was generously loaded with fresh seafood and crisp vegetables, and above all, the broth carried an incredible smoky, charred flavor from the chef's skill.
The depth of the broth: it was so creamy and rich that I let out a gasp with the very first spoonful.
A tip: it'd be a shame to stop there, right? Make sure to add the udon noodle option. The rich, refreshing broth soaks into the udon noodles beautifully, doubling the fun of slurping it all up. This was one addictive dish I kept coming back to.
Scallop butter yaki and its sweet teriyaki sauce
On top of that, we ordered the scallop butter yaki, where the sweetness of the teriyaki sauce met the tender scallops for a melt-in-your-mouth texture. Nothing beats this as a drinking snack. Paired with Saero soju, Cass Zero, and Fanta to suit our tastes, it made for a perfect dinner.
Charcoal-grilled yakitori best 5, 13,000 won: pick your own skewers
You can't come to an izakaya and skip the skewers, right? We ordered the best-5 charcoal-grilled yakitori (₩13,000), grilled over fire with the signature tare sauce for maximum smoky flavor.
For a reasonable ₩13,000, you get to choose five different cuts, which felt like great value too. The sweet-savory tare sauce mixed with the charcoal aroma filled the mouth with umami.
Salmon salad, 16,000 won, on Hanamato's complimentary shrimp crackers
Needing something refreshing, we ordered Hanamato Sangam DMC's popular salmon salad (₩16,000), and it didn't disappoint either. Fresh salad greens, soft salmon, and tangy yuzu sauce came together in perfect harmony, cleansing the palate.
And here's a special tip I discovered! I tried piling the salmon salad on top of the complimentary shrimp crackers the restaurant gave us, like a topping.
The crunchy texture of the cracker meeting the soft salmon and tangy yuzu sauce opened up a whole new world of flavor I hadn't tasted before. If you visit, definitely try this combo.
Frequently asked questions
Is Hanamato Sangam DMC open for lunch?
Yes! They serve a hearty and delicious lunch menu, making it a popular lunch spot that keeps office workers coming back.
How easy is Hanamato Sangam DMC to reach by public transport?
It's within walking distance of DMC Station, so it's very easy to reach by subway, making it a great choice for gatherings or group dinners.
Which dishes to order at Hanamato, and what do they cost?
The creamy, rich authentic Nagasaki champon (₩15,000), the smoky charcoal-grilled yakitori 5-piece set (₩13,000), and the refreshing salmon salad (₩16,000) are all available at reasonable prices.
Lunch to late dinner: the verdict on Hanamato Sangam DMC
Hanamato Sangam is a great choice for Mapo Sangam DMC office workers to grab a hearty lunch, and in the evening, a comfortable place to unwind with skewers, oden, sashimi, and a highball.
Thanks to its excellent accessibility within walking distance of DMC Station, it's an easy pick for gatherings, group dinners, or second-round stops anytime. Beyond the taste of the food made with fresh ingredients, the warm service from the staff adds up to a good time whenever you visit. If you're looking for a great izakaya near Sangam DMC, definitely stop by!
Where it is
16 World Cup buk-ro 44-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea (1st and 2nd floors)서울특별시 마포구 월드컵북로44길 16 1층, 2층
