# Gwangju solo-drinking bar cocktail prices and age rule: Chomyeon - By Yujin (https://superchart.com/en/@rouge-coaster/) - Written Sep 15, 2026 - Local places › Bars › Dong-gu, Gwangju - Sponsored: This post was written as a sponsored store visit. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@rouge-coaster/chomyeon-dongmyeong-solo-drinking-bar-gwangju/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@rouge-coaster/chomyeon-dongmyeong-solo-drinking-bar-gwangju/index.md) ## In short Chomyeon is a walk-in solo-drinking bar on the second floor at 8-1 Dongmyeong-ro in Dong-gu, Gwangju, 481 meters from Exit 4 of Culture Complex Station. Signature cocktails are 14,000 won for Cheotinsang, 15,000 won for Chomyeon and 16,000 won for Yonggi, classic cocktails run 11,000–15,000 won, whiskey shots start at 15,000 won, and only guests born in 1990 or later can enter. The owner keeps games and penalty shots going all night, so first-timers mix quickly — a real Dongmyeong-dong hotspot. ## Good to know - **Location**: 8-1 Dongmyeong-ro, 2nd floor (Jangdong 58-69), Dong-gu, Gwangju — above the ground-floor shop 'Tanyo' - **Transit**: 481m from Exit 4, Culture Complex Station (문화전당역) - **Hours**: Mon–Thu 20:00–03:00 the next day / Fri–Sun 19:00–04:00 the next day - **Entry policy**: Guests born 1990 or later only; entry refused to heavily intoxicated or ill-mannered guests - **Signature cocktails**: Cheotinsang (10%) 14,000 won / Chomyeon (13%) 15,000 won / Yonggi (35%) 16,000 won - **Classic cocktails**: Cocktail of the Day 13,000 won; Catharsis and Sweet Killer 15,000 won; Kahlua Milk, Malibu Milk and Jack & Coke 11,000 won - **Whiskey (1 shot)**: Macallan 12Y Double, Glenmorangie OG, Glendronach 12Y, Ardbeg 10Y, Ballantine's 17Y and Hennessy VSOP 15,000 won each; Glenfiddich 12Y 20,000 won; Johnnie Walker Blue Label 35,000 won - **Whiskey (bottle)**: Jim Beam, Jack Daniel's and Jameson from 149,000 won; Ardbeg 10Y, Ballantine's 17Y and Hennessy VSOP 279,000 won - **Reservations**: Naver Reservation, Naver Talk Talk, phone, Instagram DM - **Parking**: No parking available - **Pets**: Not allowed - **Drinks policy**: Drink order required; no corkage (no outside alcohol) - **Amenities**: Bar seating, private rental available, group-friendly, Wi-Fi, separate men's and women's restrooms, mobile payment accepted - **Event**: One free cocktail for following the shop on Naver or writing a review *as written by the visitor on Sep 15, 2026* ![Photo from a visit to Chomyeon in Dongmyeong-dong, Gwangju](https://img.superchart.com/images/chomyeon-dongmyeong-solo-drinking-bar-gwangju/chomyeon-dongmyeong-solo-drinking-bar-gwangju-01-14qbk-m-1200.webp) 8-1 Dongmyeong-ro, 2nd floor, Dong-gu, Gwangju, South Korea — a Gwangju solo-drinking bar, a Dongmyeong-dong bar for drinking alone, cocktails in Dongmyeong-dong. Hi, this is Heukgomi! This is Chomyeon, in Dongmyeong-dong, Gwangju. It was seriously packed, it's such a hotspot haha, I'll definitely go again. The owner ran a lot of games and penalty shots in between, so I ended up getting a bunch of free drinks haha. The side dishes were also tasty and cheap, and great for sharing. Anyway, it's definitely a Dongmyeong-dong hotspot. You should go — it's really fun haha. A Dongmyeong-dong hotspot!! Let's get into my post about Chomyeon. ## Where is Chomyeon in Dongmyeong-dong, and how do you get there? Chomyeon is at 8-1 Dongmyeong-ro, 2nd floor (Jangdong 58-69), Dong-gu, Gwangju, South Korea, 481 meters from Exit 4 of Culture Complex Station. - Location tip: Chomyeon is on the 2nd floor above 'Tanyo' on the 1st floor! - Haneul Madang / Dongmyeong-dong eatery street: head straight toward Haneul Madang / Dongmyeong-dong - National Asia Culture Center (ACC) / café alley: head toward Dongmyeong-ro ## Chomyeon opening hours and how a visit works Chomyeon is open Mon–Thu 20:00–03:00 and Fri–Sun 19:00–04:00. Please check the day's hours on Naver Place or by calling ahead before visiting! - Age limit: only guests born 1990 or later can enter - Concept: runs as a walk-in solo-drinking bar every day of the week (great for solo-drinking beginners too!) - Reservations: available via Naver Reservation and Instagram DM - Manners: as a shared social space, basic etiquette is a must! - Restriction: heavily intoxicated or ill-mannered guests may be refused entry. ### Amenities and services at Chomyeon - Event: free cocktail coupon for signing up for Naver notifications and leaving a review - Amenities: birthday/anniversary perks, Wi-Fi, separate men's/women's restrooms - Space: bar table seating, private rental available, group-friendly - Payment: easy payment supported ### Who can enter Chomyeon? Age rule and restrictions - Parking: not available - Pets: not allowed - Alcohol: drink order required / no corkage (no outside alcohol allowed) You can reach them via Naver Talk Talk, phone, or Instagram DM. ![Interior bar space at Chomyeon in Dongmyeong-dong, Gwangju](https://img.superchart.com/images/chomyeon-dongmyeong-solo-drinking-bar-gwangju/chomyeon-dongmyeong-solo-drinking-bar-gwangju-02-h0nxt-900.webp) ![Seating and atmosphere at Chomyeon in Dongmyeong-dong](https://img.superchart.com/images/chomyeon-dongmyeong-solo-drinking-bar-gwangju/chomyeon-dongmyeong-solo-drinking-bar-gwangju-03-5t2er-900.webp) ![Full view of the bar table at Chomyeon](https://img.superchart.com/images/chomyeon-dongmyeong-solo-drinking-bar-gwangju/chomyeon-dongmyeong-solo-drinking-bar-gwangju-04-xgf3q-900.webp) ![Interior of Chomyeon, the Dongmyeong-dong solo-drinking bar](https://img.superchart.com/images/chomyeon-dongmyeong-solo-drinking-bar-gwangju/chomyeon-dongmyeong-solo-drinking-bar-gwangju-05-vpen6-900.webp) ## A social bar in Gwangju where drinking alone never feels awkward Chomyeon is a solo-drinking bar where it never feels awkward to show up alone, and even complete strangers quickly become warm friends. It's a social space where even solo-drinking newbies or shy people naturally start talking and make friends in no time. It's great for a light drink alone after work, and just as great for chatting with new people you click with until, before you know it, you've made real friends! Laughing and talking over Chomyeon's own signature cocktails, you might just experience the small miracle of turning a stranger into a close friend! Tonight, come make unforgettable memories and new connections at Chomyeon, where strangers become friends fast! ![A cocktail at Chomyeon](https://img.superchart.com/images/chomyeon-dongmyeong-solo-drinking-bar-gwangju/chomyeon-dongmyeong-solo-drinking-bar-gwangju-06-1643e-900.webp) ![Signature cocktail at Chomyeon](https://img.superchart.com/images/chomyeon-dongmyeong-solo-drinking-bar-gwangju/chomyeon-dongmyeong-solo-drinking-bar-gwangju-07-1utbe-900.webp) ![Drinks gathering photo at Chomyeon in Dongmyeong-dong](https://img.superchart.com/images/chomyeon-dongmyeong-solo-drinking-bar-gwangju/chomyeon-dongmyeong-solo-drinking-bar-gwangju-08-1u40m-900.webp) ![Table with side dishes and glasses at Chomyeon](https://img.superchart.com/images/chomyeon-dongmyeong-solo-drinking-bar-gwangju/chomyeon-dongmyeong-solo-drinking-bar-gwangju-09-8nvqy-900.webp) ![Atmosphere photo at Chomyeon in Dongmyeong-dong, Gwangju](https://img.superchart.com/images/chomyeon-dongmyeong-solo-drinking-bar-gwangju/chomyeon-dongmyeong-solo-drinking-bar-gwangju-10-1swbh-900.webp) ## Chomyeon at a glance - Location: 8-1 Dongmyeong-ro, 2nd floor, Dong-gu, Gwangju (481m from Exit 4, Culture Complex Station) - Hours: Mon–Thu 20:00–03:00 / Fri–Sun 19:00–04:00 - Age limit: guests born 1990 or later only - Vibe: welcoming and social, easy even for shy guests or those coming solo - Fine to bring friends too! Runs as a walk-in bar every day - Known for its own signature cocktails & highballs - Reservations/inquiries: Naver Reservation, Naver Talk Talk, phone, Instagram DM - Note: no entry for the heavily intoxicated or ill-mannered — manners required! ![Menu board photo at Chomyeon](https://img.superchart.com/images/chomyeon-dongmyeong-solo-drinking-bar-gwangju/chomyeon-dongmyeong-solo-drinking-bar-gwangju-11-c3lw1-m-900.webp) ![Menu at Chomyeon](https://img.superchart.com/images/chomyeon-dongmyeong-solo-drinking-bar-gwangju/chomyeon-dongmyeong-solo-drinking-bar-gwangju-12-17z51-900.webp) ![Cocktail menu listing at Chomyeon](https://img.superchart.com/images/chomyeon-dongmyeong-solo-drinking-bar-gwangju/chomyeon-dongmyeong-solo-drinking-bar-gwangju-13-y0b2t-900.webp) ![Drinks menu listing at Chomyeon](https://img.superchart.com/images/chomyeon-dongmyeong-solo-drinking-bar-gwangju/chomyeon-dongmyeong-solo-drinking-bar-gwangju-14-1q5ix-900.webp) ![Whiskey menu listing at Chomyeon](https://img.superchart.com/images/chomyeon-dongmyeong-solo-drinking-bar-gwangju/chomyeon-dongmyeong-solo-drinking-bar-gwangju-15-1hh6a-900.webp) ![Menu layout photo at Chomyeon](https://img.superchart.com/images/chomyeon-dongmyeong-solo-drinking-bar-gwangju/chomyeon-dongmyeong-solo-drinking-bar-gwangju-16-1stoa-900.webp) ![House rules signage at Chomyeon](https://img.superchart.com/images/chomyeon-dongmyeong-solo-drinking-bar-gwangju/chomyeon-dongmyeong-solo-drinking-bar-gwangju-17-1sira-900.webp) ![Store info photo at Chomyeon](https://img.superchart.com/images/chomyeon-dongmyeong-solo-drinking-bar-gwangju/chomyeon-dongmyeong-solo-drinking-bar-gwangju-18-1t6co-900.webp) ![Information posting at Chomyeon](https://img.superchart.com/images/chomyeon-dongmyeong-solo-drinking-bar-gwangju/chomyeon-dongmyeong-solo-drinking-bar-gwangju-19-h4iqj-900.webp) ![Menu and information photo at Chomyeon](https://img.superchart.com/images/chomyeon-dongmyeong-solo-drinking-bar-gwangju/chomyeon-dongmyeong-solo-drinking-bar-gwangju-20-11kuc-900.webp) ## House rules and the Naver review event The bar is called Chomyeon, and if you write a Naver review, you get one free cocktail of your choice. - No excessive approaches, pushing to join a table, or repeatedly asking for contact info (let staff know if you feel uncomfortable) - No entry for heavily intoxicated guests; loud, disorderly, or threatening behavior can result in removal ## Chomyeon signature cocktail prices - Cheotinsang / First Impression (10%) ₩14,000 — a sweet first sip you'll remember for its tang - Chomyeon / First Meeting (13%) ₩15,000 — awkward for only a moment! One glass and you'll be friends - Yonggi / Courage (35%) ₩16,000 — if first meetings feel awkward, borrow some liquid courage! ### Classic cocktail prices at Chomyeon - Today's Cocktail (???%) ₩13,000 — whatever the owner feels like making! - Catharsis (45%) ₩15,000 — overproof rum + amaretto + lime - Sweet Killer (40%) ₩15,000 — a deadly kick hiding behind a refreshing taste! - Godfather (30% / 28%) ₩13,000 — whiskey or vodka with nutty amaretto - Peach Crush (11%) ₩13,000 — sweet peach & bright cranberry - Midori Sour (4%) ₩13,000 — sweet melon & tangy lemon - Apple Martini (15%) ₩13,000 — green apple aroma & clean vodka - Long Island Iced Tea (20%) ₩13,000 — five spirits combined into an iced-tea flavor - Malibu Orange (5%) ₩13,000 — sweet coconut & orange flavor - Cuba Libre (10%) ₩13,000 - Blue Hawaii (7%) ₩13,000 - Tequila Sunrise (9%) ₩13,000 - Apple Sour (5%) ₩13,000 - Kahlua Milk (8.3%) ₩11,000 — smooth coffee & milk - Malibu Milk (4%) ₩11,000 — milk with a coconut twist you'll love! - Jack Coke (5%) ₩11,000 — Jack Daniel's + cola, a classic combo ### Whiskey by the shot at Chomyeon - Macallan 12Y Double ₩15,000 - Glenfiddich 12Y ₩20,000 - Glenmorangie OG ₩15,000 - Glendronach 12Y ₩15,000 - Ardbeg 10Y ₩15,000 - Ballantine's 17Y ₩15,000 - Johnnie Walker Blue Label ₩35,000 - Hennessy VSOP ₩15,000 ### Whiskey bottle prices at Chomyeon - Jim Beam ₩149,000 - Jack Daniel's ₩149,000 - Jameson ₩149,000 - Johnnie Walker Black ₩159,000 - Monkey Shoulder ₩159,000 - Glenfiddich 12Y ₩259,000 - Macallan 12Y Double ₩269,000 - Glenmorangie OG ₩269,000 - Glendronach 12Y ₩269,000 - Ardbeg 10Y ₩279,000 - Ballantine's 17Y ₩279,000 - Hennessy VSOP ₩279,000 ![Closing photo from the Chomyeon visit in Dongmyeong-dong](https://img.superchart.com/images/chomyeon-dongmyeong-solo-drinking-bar-gwangju/chomyeon-dongmyeong-solo-drinking-bar-gwangju-21-eyrr1-900.webp) ![On-site photo at Chomyeon in Dongmyeong-dong](https://img.superchart.com/images/chomyeon-dongmyeong-solo-drinking-bar-gwangju/chomyeon-dongmyeong-solo-drinking-bar-gwangju-22-1mswm-900.webp) ![Glasses and table photo at Chomyeon](https://img.superchart.com/images/chomyeon-dongmyeong-solo-drinking-bar-gwangju/chomyeon-dongmyeong-solo-drinking-bar-gwangju-23-1yq2d-900.webp) ![Interior photo of Chomyeon in Dongmyeong-dong, Gwangju](https://img.superchart.com/images/chomyeon-dongmyeong-solo-drinking-bar-gwangju/chomyeon-dongmyeong-solo-drinking-bar-gwangju-24-1aitq-900.webp) ## Where it is - Chomyeon (초면 혼술바 광주 동명점) - 8-1 Dongmyeong-ro, 2nd floor, Dong-gu, Gwangju, South Korea - 전남광주통합특별시 동구 동명로 8-1 2층 - 35.1498844, 126.9228102 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EC%B4%88%EB%A9%B4%20%ED%98%BC%EC%88%A0%EB%B0%94%20%EA%B4%91%EC%A3%BC%20%EB%8F%99%EB%AA%85%EC%A0%90/@35.1498844,126.9228102,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@rouge-coaster/chomyeon-dongmyeong-solo-drinking-bar-gwangju/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt