# Yongsan bar for makhoe and Kozel Dark beer: Joseonmakhae - By Seojin (https://superchart.com/en/@one-chair-seoul/) - Written Sep 13, 2026 - Local places › Bars › Yongsan, Seoul - Sponsored: This post was written with support for a visit to the establishment. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@one-chair-seoul/samgakji-makhoe-kozel-dark-joseonmakhae/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@one-chair-seoul/samgakji-makhoe-kozel-dark-joseonmakhae/index.md) ## In short Joseonmakhae is a bar in Yongsan, Seoul, serving makhoe and a wide range of drinking dishes. I paired olive flounder makhoe with Kozel Dark, seasoned cockles and butter rice, and kataifi fried shrimp. Verdict: a great pick for a group drinking night near Samgakji Station. ## Good to know - **Location**: B1, 45-17 Hangang-daero 62-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, South Korea (서울 용산구 한강대로62길 45-17 B1층); 4 minutes on foot from Samgakji Station Exit 1 - **Hours**: Tue–Thu 16:00–00:00; Fri–Sat 16:00–01:00; Sun 16:00–23:00 (last order 1 hour before closing) - **Closed**: Monday - **Parking**: Not available - **Service**: Alcohol order required; groups and reservations welcome - **Ordered**: Fresh wild-caught Joseonmakhae makhoe ₩23,900 / Seasoned cockles & butter rice ₩16,900 / Kataifi fried shrimp, 4 pieces ₩11,900 / Kozel Dark ₩9,000 *as written by the visitor on Sep 13, 2026* Joseonmakhae, a new Yongsan food spot on Yongridan-gil, is a four-minute walk from Samgakji Station Exit 1~ It was easy to find since it is right on the restaurant street. One of those days when I wanted makhoe (mixed sliced raw fish)... but did not want to go to a sashimi-only place... I heard a new Yongridan-gil bar for group gatherings had opened, serving all kinds of drinking dishes centered on makhoe, so I went straight there. ## Joseonmakhae exterior and entrance ![Joseonmakhae exterior](https://img.superchart.com/images/samgakji-makhoe-kozel-dark-joseonmakhae/samgakji-makhoe-kozel-dark-joseonmakhae-01-fv2st-966.webp) ![Joseonmakhae entrance](https://img.superchart.com/images/samgakji-makhoe-kozel-dark-joseonmakhae/samgakji-makhoe-kozel-dark-joseonmakhae-02-kknii-966.webp) Before heading into Joseonmakhae, the Yongridan-gil favorite located half a floor below ground level, watch your head! ## An interior for solo drinks through group gatherings ![Joseonmakhae interior seating](https://img.superchart.com/images/samgakji-makhoe-kozel-dark-joseonmakhae/samgakji-makhoe-kozel-dark-joseonmakhae-03-4nuim-966.webp) ![Joseonmakhae interior space](https://img.superchart.com/images/samgakji-makhoe-kozel-dark-joseonmakhae/samgakji-makhoe-kozel-dark-joseonmakhae-04-cx6dc-966.webp) With plenty of closely arranged tables, the space looked well suited to hosting lots of guests, while comfortably fitting parties of two to four. ![Joseonmakhae table seating](https://img.superchart.com/images/samgakji-makhoe-kozel-dark-joseonmakhae/samgakji-makhoe-kozel-dark-joseonmakhae-05-1csle-966.webp) There are bar seats too, so solo drinkers can enjoy makhoe as well~ ![Joseonmakhae bar seating](https://img.superchart.com/images/samgakji-makhoe-kozel-dark-joseonmakhae/samgakji-makhoe-kozel-dark-joseonmakhae-06-jhj8c-966.webp) ![Joseonmakhae bar seating area](https://img.superchart.com/images/samgakji-makhoe-kozel-dark-joseonmakhae/samgakji-makhoe-kozel-dark-joseonmakhae-07-9zyfx-966.webp) ![Joseonmakhae group seating](https://img.superchart.com/images/samgakji-makhoe-kozel-dark-joseonmakhae/samgakji-makhoe-kozel-dark-joseonmakhae-08-17wgv-966.webp) Best of all, there is separate seating for group gatherings. There is even a private space farther inside, so if you are looking for a bar for a group get-together, I recommend reserving before you go. ## Drinking dishes and alcohol beyond makhoe ![Joseonmakhae menu guide](https://img.superchart.com/images/samgakji-makhoe-kozel-dark-joseonmakhae/samgakji-makhoe-kozel-dark-joseonmakhae-09-nrw77-1000.webp) *Source: Naver Place* From mains to sides, the menu has a great range from under ₩10,000 up through the ₩20,000–₩30,000 range, so it seemed like a good place to visit even with someone who does not eat raw fish. More than anything, the sashimi-and-mala combination was such a fresh idea! ![Joseonmakhae alcohol menu guide](https://img.superchart.com/images/samgakji-makhoe-kozel-dark-joseonmakhae/samgakji-makhoe-kozel-dark-joseonmakhae-10-14v9p-1000.webp) *Source: Naver Place* True to its identity as a bar, it also sells a wide variety of drinks. ## Olive flounder makhoe and Kozel Dark - Fresh wild-caught Joseonmakhae makhoe ₩23,900 - Seasoned cockles & butter rice ₩16,900 - Kataifi fried shrimp, 4 pieces ₩11,900 - Kozel Dark ₩9,000 First out was the Kozel Dark. If you are debating which drink to order, definitely get this one. With cinnamon around the rim, it was one of the most satisfying beers I have had lately. ![Kozel Dark with cinnamon](https://img.superchart.com/images/samgakji-makhoe-kozel-dark-joseonmakhae/samgakji-makhoe-kozel-dark-joseonmakhae-11-1lnn6-1200.webp) About five to ten minutes later, the wild-caught Joseonmakhae makhoe was ready. The set comes in five main parts, all chosen to go nicely with the fish. ![Joseonmakhae wild-caught makhoe set](https://img.superchart.com/images/samgakji-makhoe-kozel-dark-joseonmakhae/samgakji-makhoe-kozel-dark-joseonmakhae-12-1iprk-966.webp) That day's makhoe was olive flounder, caught that day and wonderfully fresh. It seems the fish selection can change depending on the situation! ![Olive flounder, the day's makhoe](https://img.superchart.com/images/samgakji-makhoe-kozel-dark-joseonmakhae/samgakji-makhoe-kozel-dark-joseonmakhae-13-1k5k5-966.webp) Here is how to enjoy makhoe deliciously... ♡ Personally, this was the best combination. ![Makhoe accompaniment combination](https://img.superchart.com/images/samgakji-makhoe-kozel-dark-joseonmakhae/samgakji-makhoe-kozel-dark-joseonmakhae-14-nusgj-966.webp) ![How to enjoy makhoe](https://img.superchart.com/images/samgakji-makhoe-kozel-dark-joseonmakhae/samgakji-makhoe-kozel-dark-joseonmakhae-15-eal05-966.webp) The olive flounder was delicious on its own and dipped in makjang (fermented soybean dipping sauce), too. Bouncy, pleasantly chewy, and nutty—it was truly excellent. ![Olive flounder makhoe](https://img.superchart.com/images/samgakji-makhoe-kozel-dark-joseonmakhae/samgakji-makhoe-kozel-dark-joseonmakhae-16-1k1um-966.webp) ![Olive flounder with makjang](https://img.superchart.com/images/samgakji-makhoe-kozel-dark-joseonmakhae/samgakji-makhoe-kozel-dark-joseonmakhae-17-1s4wd-966.webp) The cabbage salad and makjang also went incredibly well with the raw fish. The cabbage salad in particular was the key touch; I think it would be delicious with rice, too. ![Cabbage salad and makjang](https://img.superchart.com/images/samgakji-makhoe-kozel-dark-joseonmakhae/samgakji-makhoe-kozel-dark-joseonmakhae-18-h6uai-966.webp) ![Makhoe side dishes](https://img.superchart.com/images/samgakji-makhoe-kozel-dark-joseonmakhae/samgakji-makhoe-kozel-dark-joseonmakhae-19-1771d-966.webp) Seaweed + olive flounder + house mayo + cabbage salad + makjang sauce... could this be Samgakji's top-tier bar right here? ![A bite of seaweed and makhoe](https://img.superchart.com/images/samgakji-makhoe-kozel-dark-joseonmakhae/samgakji-makhoe-kozel-dark-joseonmakhae-20-bu7it-966.webp) ## Seasoned cockles and butter rice, plus kataifi fried shrimp The seasoned cockles and butter rice were a main dish with lovely salty cockles and the rich, nutty flavor of butter rice. If you want to fill your stomach before drinking, I recommend this menu item! ![Seasoned cockles and butter rice](https://img.superchart.com/images/samgakji-makhoe-kozel-dark-joseonmakhae/samgakji-makhoe-kozel-dark-joseonmakhae-21-1nb2n-966.webp) A menu item that cockle lovers could never dislike. ![Seasoned cockles and butter rice menu](https://img.superchart.com/images/samgakji-makhoe-kozel-dark-joseonmakhae/samgakji-makhoe-kozel-dark-joseonmakhae-22-6ze5i-966.webp) I ordered the kataifi fried shrimp as a side, but it was so good that it made me want to order more drinks... dangerously addictive. ![Kataifi fried shrimp](https://img.superchart.com/images/samgakji-makhoe-kozel-dark-joseonmakhae/samgakji-makhoe-kozel-dark-joseonmakhae-23-958na-966.webp) ![Crispy kataifi fried shrimp](https://img.superchart.com/images/samgakji-makhoe-kozel-dark-joseonmakhae/samgakji-makhoe-kozel-dark-joseonmakhae-24-1279m-966.webp) Seriously, seriously crispy, with tender, warm shrimp—I came to my senses and it had all disappeared into my mouth ;; Please promote this to signature-side status, too. ## Final thoughts on this Samgakji group bar It had been hard to find a bar I liked around Samgakji Station, so I was simply happy to discover Joseonmakhae! Since there is space for group gatherings too, reserve before visiting and you can enjoy it without waiting ☆ ## Where it is - Joseonmakhae (조선막해) (조선막해) - B1, 45-17 Hangang-daero 62-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, South Korea (서울특별시 용산구 한강대로62길 45-17 B1층) - 서울특별시 용산구 한강대로62길 45-17 B1층 - 37.5327064, 126.9739061 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EC%A1%B0%EC%84%A0%EB%A7%89%ED%95%B4/@37.5327064,126.9739061,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@one-chair-seoul/samgakji-makhoe-kozel-dark-joseonmakhae/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt