Boram-dong pasta and medium flat iron steak: Olivus Compagno, Sejong

Sejong Boram-dong's Blue Ribbon pasta spot, Olivus Compagno Sejong Boram Branch 🍝

I had an evening get-together near Boram-dong and discovered this Blue Ribbon-rated pasta place nearby, Olivus Compagno Sejong Boram Branch 😊 The pasta and steak I had here were so good I had to write up this review, ,📝

Where is Olivus Compagno Sejong Boram Branch, and what does the sign look like?

Olivus Compagno Sejong Boram Branch is located at 127 Sichungdaero, 1st floor, units 117-119, Sejong. The sign is a bright red that catches your eye right away, so I could spot it from far off *_*

The vintage-feeling red-toned sign had real presence and was perfect for photos, , ,

What is the atmosphere like inside Olivus Compagno Boram?

Olivus Compagno Boram has a brown wood interior mixed with red accent pieces, giving off classic Italian restaurant vibes. From the entrance it already had that distinct Italian restaurant feel, cozy yet hip at the same time haha

Stepping inside, the soft dim lighting made it the perfect mood for an evening visit

The tables were spaced out generously too, so we could chat comfortably without worrying about the next table over 😊

There were also Italian-feeling props and framed pieces on the walls, fun to look around at ✨

Do you need a reservation on a weekend evening?

There was no wait at Olivus Compagno Boram on a weekend evening, but I had booked ahead through Naver Reservation before going. For reference, I visited on a weekend evening and there wasn't really a sense of empty tables, so it felt like a lot of local Boram-dong residents come here to eat out 🥳

What we ordered at Olivus Compagno Boram

📍 Order

• Bacon cream pasta
• Chadolbagi steak
• Pepsi Lime Zero

That's what we ordered 🍴

Bacon cream pasta

The cola came out first in a big glass of ice, refreshing and great for cleansing the palate ~~~

Then came the bacon cream pasta, and just visually, the cream was clinging thick to the noodles, looking like it would be rich from the first glance, , ,🥄

On the first bite, the cream sauce coated my mouth with a really savory feel, and there was quite a lot of bacon in it, so every chew brought a salty, smoky bacon flavor spreading through , ,🥓

The noodles were cooked well, so they had a springy texture, and the cream sauce had soaked in well between the strands, so my fork kept going back for more 🤭 There was also a subtle hint of cheese aroma, so if you like cream pasta, this is definitely your kind of flavor bb

Flat iron steak, cooked medium

As soon as the chadolbagi steak arrived, the clear golden-brown sear marks made my mouth water just from the look of it 🥩

Cutting into it with a fork, the inside was a clear pink, and I had ordered it medium — it came out cooked exactly to that ✨

Taking a bite, the outside was slightly crispy while the inside was juicy with the meat's juices soaked in, so every chew brought out that deep, distinct beef flavor 🔥

The chadolbagi's signature chewy-yet-tender texture was intact, so it wasn't overly tough and had just the right amount of chew, and dipping it in the whole grain mustard that came alongside brought out even more savory depth , ,✨ The fresh garnish vegetables served with the steak also did a great job cutting through the richness!

Why the pasta and steak are good to share

The combo of bacon cream pasta and chadolbagi steak was just the right amount to share between two people. Both the pasta and steak had solid quality, making them a great pairing to split, and the portions were just right so we left full and satisfied haha

Atmosphere, taste, and service all lined up well, , , If you're looking for a good-atmosphere pasta place near Boram-dong, it's Olivus Compagno Boram 🫶🏻