# Slice pizza bar date in Isu, Seoul: Lotus potato pizza and HAZY IPA - By Rina (https://superchart.com/en/@seoul-dining-compass/) - Written Sep 6, 2026 - Local places › Restaurants › Dongjak, Seoul - Sponsored: This is a review of a visit provided complimentary by the restaurant. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@seoul-dining-compass/raymond-isu-lotus-potato-pizza-hazy-ipa/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@seoul-dining-compass/raymond-isu-lotus-potato-pizza-hazy-ipa/index.md) ## In short Raymond Isu Branch is an American-style slice pizza and craft beer bar a 3–5 minute walk from Exit 9 of Isu (Chongshin University) Station in Dongjak, Seoul. On a date night, the writer and her boyfriend shared four slices — Big Brown Potato Pizza (Lotus), Big Spicy Fusilli Pizza, Mac & Cheese Pizza and Pepperoni Pizza — with a HAZY IPA and a Pilsner Lager on tap, and each slice tasted distinct enough that none felt repetitive. Raymond Isu Branch is an easy recommendation for a hip pizza-and-beer date near Isu Station. ## Good to know - **Location**: 1F, 33 Dongjak-daero 23-gil, Dongjak-gu, Seoul (Raymond Isu Branch) - **Getting there**: 3–5 minute walk from Exit 9, Isu (Chongshin University) Station, Subway Lines 4 and 7 - **Hours**: Daily 11:30–23:00 - **Last order**: Kitchen 22:00, drinks 22:30 - **What we ordered**: 2 premium slices (Big Brown Potato Pizza with Lotus, Big Spicy Fusilli Pizza), 2 regular slices (Mac & Cheese Pizza, Pepperoni Pizza), 2 craft draft beers (HAZY IPA, Pilsner Lager) - **Self-serve bar**: Crushed red pepper, Ligo hot sauce, wet wipes, tissues, small plates, forks, knives - **Restroom**: Inside the restaurant *as written by the visitor on Sep 6, 2026* Right when I was getting tired of the same old date course over and over, I found a hip spot with an exotic vibe like I'd flown straight to America! It's already super famous for pizza in Hongdae, and when I heard the happy news that they'd just opened a new branch near Isu Station, my boyfriend and I rushed right over. From the atmosphere to the pizza itself, everything was perfect — here's my honest review of Raymond's Isu branch, starting now! ## Where is Raymond Isu Branch, and what are its hours? Raymond Isu Branch is about a 3–5 minute walk from Exit 9 of Isu (Chongshin University) Station on Line 4/7. It's open daily from 11:30 to 23:00, with the kitchen closing at 22:00 and drinks at 22:30. ## The storefront: an American pizzeria look on a Dongjak side street ![Palm trees and a red awning at the exterior of Raymond Isu Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/raymond-isu-lotus-potato-pizza-hazy-ipa/raymond-isu-lotus-potato-pizza-hazy-ipa-01-lyjeq-900.webp) ![Entrance of Raymond Isu Branch with a red oak barrel](https://img.superchart.com/images/raymond-isu-lotus-potato-pizza-hazy-ipa/raymond-isu-lotus-potato-pizza-hazy-ipa-02-cb5aa-900.webp) The moment I arrived, I couldn't take my eyes off the hip exterior! Palm trees adding an exotic touch, a bold red awning as an accent, and even a stylish red oak barrel out front — it genuinely felt like I'd stepped into a local pizzeria on a street in California. The exterior alone was already begging for a hundred photos before we even walked in. ## Inside Raymond Isu Branch: white, wood and red American diner styling ![White and wood-toned interior of Raymond Isu Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/raymond-isu-lotus-potato-pizza-hazy-ipa/raymond-isu-lotus-potato-pizza-hazy-ipa-03-1i627-900.webp) ![Restaurant seating with red accent details](https://img.superchart.com/images/raymond-isu-lotus-potato-pizza-hazy-ipa/raymond-isu-lotus-potato-pizza-hazy-ipa-04-5ehpa-900.webp) ![Interior with an American dining feel](https://img.superchart.com/images/raymond-isu-lotus-potato-pizza-hazy-ipa/raymond-isu-lotus-potato-pizza-hazy-ipa-05-1ohlc-m-900.webp) ![Table and wall decor at Raymond Isu Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/raymond-isu-lotus-potato-pizza-hazy-ipa/raymond-isu-lotus-potato-pizza-hazy-ipa-06-1kn0u-900.webp) Step inside and a warm, clean white-and-wood interior opens up. To match the exterior, red accents pop up here and there, giving it that polished, classic American dining restaurant feel! ![A large, ornate chandelier hanging from the ceiling](https://img.superchart.com/images/raymond-isu-lotus-potato-pizza-hazy-ipa/raymond-isu-lotus-potato-pizza-hazy-ipa-07-c25h3-900.webp) A huge, gorgeous chandelier hangs from the ceiling, giving the whole place an extra touch of elegance! It was so pretty I had to snap a photo. ![Red fridge stocked with bottled beers and drinks](https://img.superchart.com/images/raymond-isu-lotus-potato-pizza-hazy-ipa/raymond-isu-lotus-potato-pizza-hazy-ipa-08-yk2ec-900.webp) Off to one side, an eye-catching red fridge is neatly stocked with world-champion bottled beers, cola, and cider — fun to browse even before ordering. ## Indoor restroom and the self-serve bar at Raymond Isu Branch ![Clean restroom located inside the restaurant](https://img.superchart.com/images/raymond-isu-lotus-potato-pizza-hazy-ipa/raymond-isu-lotus-potato-pizza-hazy-ipa-09-x0tdf-900.webp) One thing I really care about when going to a restaurant is the restroom! Raymond Isu Branch has a very clean restroom right inside, so I could wash my hands thoroughly before eating and then comfortably pick up the pizza with my hands — honestly, that was one of the best parts. ![Self-bar with small plates and forks ready to use](https://img.superchart.com/images/raymond-isu-lotus-potato-pizza-hazy-ipa/raymond-isu-lotus-potato-pizza-hazy-ipa-10-sovy0-900.webp) ![Self-bar with crushed red pepper and Ligo hot sauce](https://img.superchart.com/images/raymond-isu-lotus-potato-pizza-hazy-ipa/raymond-isu-lotus-potato-pizza-hazy-ipa-11-9ne17-900.webp) On one side, a self-bar is neatly set up. Crushed red pepper and Ligo hot sauce — pizza's soulmates — plus wet wipes, tissues, small plates, forks, and knives are all there, ready to go. Super convenient. ## Four slice pizzas and which craft draft beer to pair with each ![Ordering area where you can choose slice pizzas](https://img.superchart.com/images/raymond-isu-lotus-potato-pizza-hazy-ipa/raymond-isu-lotus-potato-pizza-hazy-ipa-12-frz0p-900.webp) ![Display case of slice pizzas at Raymond Isu Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/raymond-isu-lotus-potato-pizza-hazy-ipa/raymond-isu-lotus-potato-pizza-hazy-ipa-13-shgyh-900.webp) Time for the real feast! What I loved about Raymond Isu Branch is that you can pick and choose different slice pizzas to your taste. We ordered two premium slices, two regular slices, and — of course — craft draft beer, since pizza is never complete without it. - Premium pizza (2 slices): Big Brown Potato Pizza (Lotus), Big Spicy Fusilli Pizza - Regular pizza (2 slices): Mac & Cheese Pizza, Pepperoni Pizza - Craft draft beer (2 glasses): HAZY IPA (my pick!), Pilsner Lager (my boyfriend's pick!) ### How the freshly baked Lotus potato pizza and fusilli slices look ![A slice of Big Brown Potato Pizza topped with Lotus](https://img.superchart.com/images/raymond-isu-lotus-potato-pizza-hazy-ipa/raymond-isu-lotus-potato-pizza-hazy-ipa-14-x76d1-1200.webp) Big Brown Potato Pizza (Lotus): potato and Lotus (caramelized biscuit) together — who knew! Sweet, salty, and nutty flavors all blended together. It was my first time trying a pizza topped with Lotus and it was such a fun surprise! ![Big Spicy Fusilli Pizza topped with fusilli pasta](https://img.superchart.com/images/raymond-isu-lotus-potato-pizza-hazy-ipa/raymond-isu-lotus-potato-pizza-hazy-ipa-15-sb3al-900.webp) Big Spicy Fusilli Pizza: spicy-seasoned fusilli pasta piled generously on top of the pizza gave it great texture and cut right through any greasiness. ![Slices of Mac & Cheese Pizza and Pepperoni Pizza](https://img.superchart.com/images/raymond-isu-lotus-potato-pizza-hazy-ipa/raymond-isu-lotus-potato-pizza-hazy-ipa-16-qnghw-900.webp) From the ultimate creamy indulgence of Mac & Cheese to the solid classic Pepperoni, all four slices had such distinct personalities that we never got tired of them. ![Slice pizzas served with two glasses of craft draft beer](https://img.superchart.com/images/raymond-isu-lotus-potato-pizza-hazy-ipa/raymond-isu-lotus-potato-pizza-hazy-ipa-17-1y713-900.webp) ![Glasses of HAZY IPA and Pilsner Lager draft beer](https://img.superchart.com/images/raymond-isu-lotus-potato-pizza-hazy-ipa/raymond-isu-lotus-potato-pizza-hazy-ipa-18-qcw7c-900.webp) And a sip of the fragrant, bitter HAZY IPA I picked washed the greasiness of the pizza right down, while my boyfriend's crisp Pilsner Lager was also a perfect match with the pizza! ![Full table spread of pizza and beer](https://img.superchart.com/images/raymond-isu-lotus-potato-pizza-hazy-ipa/raymond-isu-lotus-potato-pizza-hazy-ipa-19-srz63-900.webp) ## Is Raymond Isu Branch worth it for a pizza-and-beer date near Isu Station? Raymond's Isu branch delivered high-quality pizza and craft draft beer in a hip, American-dining atmosphere — after one bite, I completely understood why it's so famous in Hongdae. Glancing at the menu, I noticed the lunch set looked like great value! Next time I want to come during the day and try more menu items with the lunch set. If you're looking for a genuinely great, hip pizza spot for a date near Isu Station, you have to check out Raymond. ## Where it is - Raymond Isu Branch (레이몬드 이수점) - 33 Dongjakdae-ro 23-gil, Dongjak-gu, Seoul, 1F, South Korea - 서울특별시 동작구 동작대로23길 33 1층 - 37.4841565, 126.9798665 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EB%A0%88%EC%9D%B4%EB%AA%AC%EB%93%9C%20%EC%9D%B4%EC%88%98%EC%A0%90/@37.4841565,126.9798665,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@seoul-dining-compass/raymond-isu-lotus-potato-pizza-hazy-ipa/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt