# Yongsan Korean restaurant course dinner at Modam Itaewon - By Chaerin (https://superchart.com/en/@sauce-dish-seoul/) - Written Sep 12, 2026 - Local places › Restaurants › Yongsan, Seoul - Sponsored: This visit was sponsored by the business. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@sauce-dish-seoul/itaewon-hotel-course-modam-dining/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@sauce-dish-seoul/itaewon-hotel-course-modam-dining/index.md) ## In short Modam Itaewon is a Korean course restaurant on the first floor of Mondrian Seoul Itaewon in Yongsan, Seoul. I tried the grilled deodeok and charcoal-grilled tteokgalbi set menu for 49,000 won per person, from the opening dishes through perilla-leaf sorbet. The spacious dining hall makes Modam Itaewon a satisfying choice for a formal gathering. ## Good to know - **Address**: 1F, Mondrian Seoul Itaewon, 23 Jangmun-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, South Korea - **Hours**: 11:00–21:30 - **Break time**: 15:00–17:00 - **Last order**: 13:40, 20:10 - **Menu ordered**: Grilled deodeok and charcoal-grilled tteokgalbi set menu - **Price**: ₩49,000 per person *as written by the visitor on Sep 12, 2026* I visited Modam Dining H Itaewon, on the first floor of the Mondrian Hotel and known as a great spot for formal family-meeting gatherings and meals in Itaewon. ![Exterior view of Modam Itaewon on the first floor of the Mondrian Hotel](https://img.superchart.com/images/itaewon-hotel-course-modam-dining/itaewon-hotel-course-modam-dining-01-5jufu-1200.webp) ![Modam Itaewon visit space](https://img.superchart.com/images/itaewon-hotel-course-modam-dining/itaewon-hotel-course-modam-dining-02-1cppo-966.webp) ## Modam Itaewon location and hours It is on the first floor of Mondrian Seoul Itaewon. Hours are 11:00 to 21:30, with a break from 15:00 to 17:00. Last orders are at 13:40 and 20:10. ## A spacious, comfortable dining hall ![Modam Itaewon dining hall](https://img.superchart.com/images/itaewon-hotel-course-modam-dining/itaewon-hotel-course-modam-dining-03-12lm0-966.webp) From the moment I entered, I could feel its distinctly polished, upscale atmosphere. ![Upscale dining-hall seating](https://img.superchart.com/images/itaewon-hotel-course-modam-dining/itaewon-hotel-course-modam-dining-04-1aaka-966.webp) Usually, people recommend reserving a private room at places specializing in course meals like this. But once I got there, the dining-hall seating was honestly much better than I expected. First of all, the high ceiling and distinctive ceiling-light design make the space feel airy as soon as you walk in. The tables are generously spaced rather than cramped, so the open feel is wonderful. When you want a neat meal in an open space rather than a stuffy room, the hall is just right. I liked the modern tone of the tables and chairs too, and the space itself feels luxurious. It really is a great Itaewon heritage Korean-dining gathering spot. ## What comes with the grilled deodeok and charcoal-grilled tteokgalbi set The menu we ordered that day was the grilled deodeok (Korean bellflower root) and charcoal-grilled tteokgalbi (grilled minced beef patty) set menu. It costs ₩49,000 per person. ![Grilled deodeok and charcoal-grilled tteokgalbi set menu](https://img.superchart.com/images/itaewon-hotel-course-modam-dining/itaewon-hotel-course-modam-dining-05-1qrd0-966.webp) ![Korean course menu selection](https://img.superchart.com/images/itaewon-hotel-course-modam-dining/itaewon-hotel-course-modam-dining-06-h3hx0-966.webp) ![Set-course dishes](https://img.superchart.com/images/itaewon-hotel-course-modam-dining/itaewon-hotel-course-modam-dining-07-dgb4c-966.webp) ![Hotel dining course dishes](https://img.superchart.com/images/itaewon-hotel-course-modam-dining/itaewon-hotel-course-modam-dining-08-m3x29-966.webp) ![Grilled deodeok and tteokgalbi course setting](https://img.superchart.com/images/itaewon-hotel-course-modam-dining/itaewon-hotel-course-modam-dining-09-43qz3-966.webp) ![Modam Itaewon set course](https://img.superchart.com/images/itaewon-hotel-course-modam-dining/itaewon-hotel-course-modam-dining-10-1wzka-966.webp) For a dining course inside a hotel, I thought the price was very reasonable. Here is the full, generously composed course in order. - Seasonal porridge - Seasonal fruit and roasted vegetables with black sesame dressing - Green salad with barley shrimp chips - Buckwheat noodles with bracken fern and perilla oil - Modam gangjeong (crispy sweet-and-spicy fried bite) - Seasonal raw fish - Meal: grilled deodeok and charcoal-grilled tteokgalbi, today’s rice, today’s soup, Cheongyang water kimchi, and three side dishes - Perilla-leaf sorbet ## The course, starting with the opening dishes First, the opening dishes began arriving one by one. ![Course opening-dish setting](https://img.superchart.com/images/itaewon-hotel-course-modam-dining/itaewon-hotel-course-modam-dining-11-730bt-966.webp) The seasonal raw fish had a ceviche-like appetizer feel, topped with restrained dressing and garnish, making it clean and easy to enjoy. The refreshing sauce whetted my appetite. ![Seasonal raw fish with refreshing sauce](https://img.superchart.com/images/itaewon-hotel-course-modam-dining/itaewon-hotel-course-modam-dining-12-4o0pe-966.webp) This was pine nut porridge, and I was surprised by how well it went with the sun-dried tomato. ![Pine nut porridge with sun-dried tomato](https://img.superchart.com/images/itaewon-hotel-course-modam-dining/itaewon-hotel-course-modam-dining-13-aidfw-966.webp) ![Pine nut porridge opening dish](https://img.superchart.com/images/itaewon-hotel-course-modam-dining/itaewon-hotel-course-modam-dining-14-15zsj-966.webp) The green salad with barley shrimp chips was impressive right from the start. Thanks to the crisp texture of the chips, the refreshing vegetable salad never felt plain. ![Green salad with barley shrimp chips](https://img.superchart.com/images/itaewon-hotel-course-modam-dining/itaewon-hotel-course-modam-dining-15-1r5u5-966.webp) The buckwheat noodles with bracken fern and perilla oil that came next were a specialty too. The moment I picked up the bowl, the nutty scent of perilla oil hit my nose. ![Buckwheat noodles with bracken fern and perilla oil](https://img.superchart.com/images/itaewon-hotel-course-modam-dining/itaewon-hotel-course-modam-dining-16-c6zjg-966.webp) I took generous bites of noodles with the seaweed flakes, sesame seeds, and bracken fern on top, and they were so nutty. The noodles were springy to the core and pleasantly salty—the kind of flavor that keeps you eating. ![Crispy Modam gangjeong](https://img.superchart.com/images/itaewon-hotel-course-modam-dining/itaewon-hotel-course-modam-dining-17-1ynjp-966.webp) The crisp-fried Modam gangjeong was the definition of crispy outside, tender inside. Its sweet yet lightly spicy sauce clung wonderfully in the mouth. It was my top pick. Its harmony with shiitake mushrooms was especially memorable. ![Modam gangjeong and shiitake mushrooms](https://img.superchart.com/images/itaewon-hotel-course-modam-dining/itaewon-hotel-course-modam-dining-18-1aiu5-966.webp) ![Roasted vegetables with black sesame dressing](https://img.superchart.com/images/itaewon-hotel-course-modam-dining/itaewon-hotel-course-modam-dining-19-1b8jc-966.webp) The roasted vegetables with black sesame dressing were nutty as well and went down easily. The hidden oyster mushrooms and more were so nutty, sweet, and tasty. They paired nicely with crisp Korean melon. ## How was the main meal tray? After finishing the middle dishes of the course, the main meal arrived neatly arranged as a full tray. Each person gets an individual, neatly presented wooden tray, which feels hygienic and looks lovely too. ![Main meal on a wooden tray](https://img.superchart.com/images/itaewon-hotel-course-modam-dining/itaewon-hotel-course-modam-dining-20-vnvfr-966.webp) Warm soup of the day and freshly cooked rice come as standard. The three neatly arranged side dishes and crisp Cheongyang water kimchi were seasoned just right too. ![Rice, soup, and side dishes meal tray](https://img.superchart.com/images/itaewon-hotel-course-modam-dining/itaewon-hotel-course-modam-dining-21-7pc66-966.webp) As soon as the charcoal-grilled tteokgalbi, the main dish, was set down, a gentle charcoal aroma rose up. The meat was formed into thick patties, but the inside was full of juices, becoming more moist with every bite. It was not dry at all, but tender and excellent with rice. This is a purée made with burdock root. It is a little less intense than potato purée, with a cleaner flavor. ![Tteokgalbi with burdock-root purée](https://img.superchart.com/images/itaewon-hotel-course-modam-dining/itaewon-hotel-course-modam-dining-22-ozn8l-966.webp) The soup that comes as standard was warm and soothing too. All the side dishes were mild and clean-tasting, so I finished a whole bowl of rice in no time. ![Grilled deodeok and roasted vegetables](https://img.superchart.com/images/itaewon-hotel-course-modam-dining/itaewon-hotel-course-modam-dining-23-m21o4-966.webp) Adding a little of the grilled deodeok served alongside cuts through the rich flavor perfectly, so the combination works well. Roasted mushrooms and shishito peppers came with it too, making it fun to choose bites without ever getting bored. ## Perilla-leaf sorbet for dessert Once you have cleared even the main meal, they bring out dessert. ![Lime and perilla-leaf sorbet dessert](https://img.superchart.com/images/itaewon-hotel-course-modam-dining/itaewon-hotel-course-modam-dining-24-gif78-966.webp) It was perilla-leaf sorbet served in a small round bowl. I was so curious about the combination of lime and perilla leaf. The cool, pale-green ice-cream texture looked refreshing from the start. When I took a big spoonful, the rich perilla-leaf aroma spread brightly across my whole mouth. ## Overall verdict Every dish arrived beautifully presented, and I was pleased with both the service order and the kind service. I strongly recommend it when you need a formal setting or want to bring your parents. I usually insisted on private rooms for gatherings. But here, the dining-hall seats were spacious and comfortable, making it much nicer to eat while enjoying an open feel. The space itself is luxurious and quiet, so it is easy to have a meaningful conversation even in the hall. I definitely recommend it when you are looking for an Itaewon Korean restaurant for a formal family-meeting gathering. ## Where it is - Modam Itaewon (모담 이태원점) - 1F, Mondrian Seoul Itaewon, 23 Jangmun-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, South Korea - 서울특별시 용산구 장문로 23 몬드리안 호텔 1층 모담 이태원점 - 37.5285648, 126.9931163 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EB%AA%A8%EB%8B%B4%20%EC%9D%B4%ED%83%9C%EC%9B%90%EC%A0%90/@37.5285648,126.9931163,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@sauce-dish-seoul/itaewon-hotel-course-modam-dining/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt