Busan tonkatsu restaurant with free parking: mixed katsu at Gatjidong
In short
Gatjidong Busan Jangjeon Branch is a tonkatsu and Japanese rice restaurant between Oncheonjang Station and Busan National University in Geumjeong, Busan. The Gatjidong mixed katsu plate costs 15,800 won and brings pork cutlet and chicken katsu on one plate, ordered here with chili cheese sticks (6,500 won) and a grapefruit ade (4,000 won). A self-serve bar with rice, soup and broth plus free shared parking inside the building make Gatjidong an easy stop by car.
Good to know
- Address
- 11 Sikmulwon-ro, Geumjeong-gu, Busan, 1st floor
- Getting there
- About 382 m from Exit 5, Oncheonjang Station
- Hours
- Daily 11:00–21:30 (last order 21:00)
- Parking
- Free shared parking in the building; paid lots nearby when full
- Gatjidong mixed katsu
- 15,800 won
- Chili cheese sticks (2 pc)
- 6,500 won
- Grapefruit ade
- 4,000 won
- Seating
- Counter seats, regular tables, baby chairs
- Self-serve bar
- Rice, soup and broth, help yourself
- Review perk
- Naver receipt review gets 1 canned soda or 3 pc vegetable croquette
- Price reference
- ₩15,800 ≈ $11.5 · ₩6,500 ≈ $4.7 · ₩4,000 ≈ $2.9 (2026-09-18)
as written by the visitor on Sep 17, 2026
What kind of restaurant is Gatjidong Busan Jangjeon Branch?
I visited Gatjidong Busan Jangjeon Branch wanting a tidy tonkatsu (pork cutlet) meal in a bright, cozy space. Sitting between Oncheonjang and Busan National University, it's easy to get to and a great spot to try the mixed tonkatsu, which brings both pork cutlet and chicken katsu onto one plate. With free rice, soup and broth at the self-serve bar, it's also a solid choice if you're after a filling meal near Oncheonjang.
Location, hours and free parking at Gatjidong
- Address: 11 Sikmulwon-ro, Geumjeong-gu, Busan, South Korea, 1st floor
- About 382m from Exit 5, Oncheonjang Station
- Daily 11:00–21:30 / last order 21:00
- Free shared parking in the building (paid lots nearby if full)
Why eat at Gatjidong in Jangjeon-dong, Busan?
- Mixed tonkatsu plate with both pork cutlet and chicken katsu
- Self-serve bar for rice, soup, and broth
- Comfortable counter seats for solo diners
- Baby chairs and a clean dining space
- Free parking available in the building
- Easy walking distance from Oncheonjang Station
Inside Gatjidong: atmosphere and counter seats for solo diners
The bright yellow signage at Gatjidong Busan Jangjeon Branch catches your eye right away, so it wasn't hard to spot even on a first visit.
Stepping inside, warm wood tones and bright lighting combine for a cheerful yet relaxed atmosphere.
The tables are spaced neatly apart, so it felt comfortable whether dining alone or with family.
The store has counter (dachi) seats, regular tables, and baby chairs,
and the self-serve bar you can use directly was also kept neat and tidy.
True to its role covering both Busan National University and Oncheonjang, it's a comfortable place to drop by for lunch or dinner. Being able to help yourself to as much rice, warm soup, and broth as you like made it a memorable spot for a filling meal near Oncheonjang.
Gatjidong menu and what we ordered
Gatjidong offers more than just tonkatsu — udon, buckwheat soba, pasta, rice bowls, salads, and side dishes are all on the menu. Their signature half-and-half tonkatsu combines pork loin cutlet and cheese cutlet, while the mixed tonkatsu I ordered lets you enjoy both pork cutlet and chicken katsu on one plate.
There's also a kids' service, and leaving a Naver receipt review gets you 1 canned soda or 3pc vegetable croquette.
Today I ordered the Gatjidong mixed tonkatsu — ₩15,800, chili cheese sticks (2pc) — ₩6,500, and grapefruit ade — ₩4,000.
What's at the self-serve rice, soup and broth bar?
The self-serve bar at Gatjidong Busan Jangjeon Branch had warm soup, broth, and rice ready, so I could grab what I liked before the main dish arrived.
The self-serve bar was easy to use, and the flow from ordering to getting your meal set up felt smooth and comfortable.
How was the 15,800 won Gatjidong mixed katsu?
The Gatjidong mixed tonkatsu came out on a large plate with the pork cutlet and chicken katsu neatly arranged.
The golden-fried exterior was crispy, while the meat inside was cooked moist and tender.
The cheese cutlet was packed with savory cheese, and eaten while still warm it had a soft, rich flavor.
The tonkatsu itself had a crispy coating and moist pork loin, matched with a smooth sauce that made it easy to enjoy.
The chicken katsu had thick, tender chicken breast with a clean flavor, making it nice to alternate with the tonkatsu. Rather than eating just one type the whole time, switching between tonkatsu and chicken katsu made the meal feel more varied right to the end. Dipping it in the sauce added a sweet, smooth flavor, and dipping lightly worked well when I wanted something cleaner-tasting.
Chili cheese sticks and grapefruit ade at Gatjidong
The chili cheese sticks (2pc) at ₩6,500 came out as two long, thick cheese sticks fried until crispy.
Since I ate mine last, the cheese inside had firmed up a little,
but if eaten right away, you'd get to enjoy the cheese stretching out long even more.
With plenty of cheese packed inside the crispy coating, I'd recommend trying them while still warm.
The grapefruit ade was ₩4,000. Served in a clear glass, its soft pink color was as gentle and lovely as a rose.
Is Gatjidong Busan Jangjeon Branch worth a visit?
It was a satisfying meal, getting to try both tonkatsu and chicken katsu at once in a clean, bright space. The self-serve bar with rice, soup, and broth made it filling, and free parking made it convenient to visit by car.
With a varied menu and comfortable seating, this is a place worth remembering near Oncheonjang for a laid-back meal, whether lunch or dinner.
Where it is
11 Sikmulwon-ro, Geumjeong-gu, Busan, South Korea, 1st floor부산광역시 금정구 식물원로 11 1층 갓지동 부산장전점
