# Hongdae pizzeria with free pickle refills: Hongdae Hwadeok Pizza - By Yoon (https://superchart.com/en/@seoul-meal-receipts/) - Written Sep 21, 2026 - Local places › Restaurants › Mapo, Seoul - Sponsored: This post was written after being provided with a complimentary store visit as a sponsorship. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@seoul-meal-receipts/hapjeong-hongdae-wood-fired-pizza-penne/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@seoul-meal-receipts/hapjeong-hongdae-wood-fired-pizza-penne/index.md) ## In short Hongdae Hwadeok Pizza is an Italian wood-fired pizza restaurant in an alley between Hapjeong and Sangsu stations in Mapo, Seoul. On this return visit the order was the four-flavor Quattro Stagioni pizza at 26 and the Gamberi Crema penne at 18.5, and the kitchen refilled the homemade pickles generously without being asked twice. The chewy 72-hour fermented dough and the house-made spicy cream sauce were as good as the first visit. ## Good to know - **Location**: Between Hapjeong and Sangsu stations, 5 Dokmak-ro 7-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul, 1st floor - **Parking**: No parking; public transit recommended - **Quattro Stagioni**: 26 (as listed) - **Gamberi Crema penne**: 18.5 (as listed); choice of penne, spaghetti or linguine - **Coca-Cola Zero 355ml**: 4 (as listed) - **Perks**: Cola or cider for a review after following the store; 1+1 wine ade with a Naver reservation - **Facilities**: High chairs, separate men's and women's restrooms, corkage available for a fee *as written by the visitor on Sep 21, 2026* A Hapjeong Station favorite for Hongdae pasta, I went back to Hongdae Hwadeok Pizza for the chewy pizza and penne, and I'm once again in love with how good it still is. ## Where is Hongdae Hwadeok Pizza, and is there parking? ![Exterior of Hongdae Hwadeok Pizza near Hapjeong Station](https://img.superchart.com/images/hapjeong-hongdae-wood-fired-pizza-penne/hapjeong-hongdae-wood-fired-pizza-penne-01-958yf-900.webp) This Hapjeong Station favorite for Hongdae pasta sits between Hapjeong and Sangsu stations. There's no parking, so public transit is recommended. It's been a beloved spot since opening in 2012 and has even been featured on the TV show Saengsaeng Jeongbotong. ## Inside Hongdae Hwadeok Pizza and how ordering works ![Interior seating area near the wood-fired oven at Hongdae Hwadeok Pizza](https://img.superchart.com/images/hapjeong-hongdae-wood-fired-pizza-penne/hapjeong-hongdae-wood-fired-pizza-penne-02-k8tt7-m-900.webp) ![Wood-fired oven made from Italian volcanic rock](https://img.superchart.com/images/hapjeong-hongdae-wood-fired-pizza-penne/hapjeong-hongdae-wood-fired-pizza-penne-03-zjms4-900.webp) A little slice of Italy in Seoul, baked directly in a wood-fired oven for real chewiness and bite — made with a hearth built from Vesuvius volcanic rock brought from Italy. The dough is hand-kneaded and fermented for 72 hours, then finished with fresh toppings, tomato sauce, and mozzarella cheese 💗 ![Cozy restaurant seating area](https://img.superchart.com/images/hapjeong-hongdae-wood-fired-pizza-penne/hapjeong-hongdae-wood-fired-pizza-penne-04-pwtfd-900.webp) ![Overview of the interior tables at Hongdae Hwadeok Pizza](https://img.superchart.com/images/hapjeong-hongdae-wood-fired-pizza-penne/hapjeong-hongdae-wood-fired-pizza-penne-05-9n31h-900.webp) The pleasant interior makes it a great Western-style restaurant for dates or anniversaries, and with a baby chair available it's also a good place to bring kids. Whether lunch or dinner, weekday or weekend, you can enjoy delicious, chewy Italian Napoli pizza in a cozy, warm atmosphere. ![In-store signage explaining the wood-fired pizza](https://img.superchart.com/images/hapjeong-hongdae-wood-fired-pizza-penne/hapjeong-hongdae-wood-fired-pizza-penne-06-1jo0g-900.webp) ![Signboard about restaurant events](https://img.superchart.com/images/hapjeong-hongdae-wood-fired-pizza-penne/hapjeong-hongdae-wood-fired-pizza-penne-07-egayz-900.webp) This Hapjeong Station favorite for Hongdae pasta has detailed signage explaining why the wood-fired pizza tastes so good, and runs various events — worth checking out. 🍯 Tips - Free Coke or Sprite with a review after following the store's notifications - 1+1 wine ade with Naver reservation ![Interior hallway with signage](https://img.superchart.com/images/hapjeong-hongdae-wood-fired-pizza-penne/hapjeong-hongdae-wood-fired-pizza-penne-08-5mb8y-m-900.webp) ![Entrance to the separate men's and women's restrooms](https://img.superchart.com/images/hapjeong-hongdae-wood-fired-pizza-penne/hapjeong-hongdae-wood-fired-pizza-penne-09-yhf6n-900.webp) Inside, there are separate men's and women's restrooms, making it a convenient restaurant to use. ## What's on the menu at Hongdae Hwadeok Pizza? ![Pizza menu board at Hongdae Hwadeok Pizza](https://img.superchart.com/images/hapjeong-hongdae-wood-fired-pizza-penne/hapjeong-hongdae-wood-fired-pizza-penne-10-11r8i-900.webp) This Hapjeong Station favorite for Hongdae pasta also has a great pizza menu. I chose the signature, best-selling four-flavor Quattro Stagioni; last time I had the mushroom-loaded Quattro Funghi, but there's a wide variety to choose from~ ![Menu description of the Quattro Stagioni's flavor combination](https://img.superchart.com/images/hapjeong-hongdae-wood-fired-pizza-penne/hapjeong-hongdae-wood-fired-pizza-penne-11-1ihks-900.webp) The Quattro Stagioni comes in four flavors — Quattro Formaggi, Margherita, Diavola, and Croccante — so you get to enjoy all the crowd favorites at once. ![Pasta menu board with noodle-type options](https://img.superchart.com/images/hapjeong-hongdae-wood-fired-pizza-penne/hapjeong-hongdae-wood-fired-pizza-penne-12-2lulo-900.webp) For the Gamberi Crema Penne, you can choose between penne, spaghetti, or linguine, and there's also vongole, pomodoro, and various other pasta dishes to try — check the detailed menu descriptions! ![Drinks and wine menu board](https://img.superchart.com/images/hapjeong-hongdae-wood-fired-pizza-penne/hapjeong-hongdae-wood-fired-pizza-penne-13-iiafu-900.webp) There are also drinks to pair with your meal — soda like Coke and Sprite, ades, and wine — and this Italian restaurant offers corkage for a fee. ## Quattro Stagioni pizza and Gamberi Crema penne, with pickle refills ![Table set with a pizza plate](https://img.superchart.com/images/hapjeong-hongdae-wood-fired-pizza-penne/hapjeong-hongdae-wood-fired-pizza-penne-14-kpyho-900.webp) Baked quickly at over 400°C in the wood-fired oven for extra chewiness — this is how to properly enjoy pizza and pasta at this Hapjeong Station favorite for Hongdae pasta. ![Can of Coca-Cola Zero, 355ml](https://img.superchart.com/images/hapjeong-hongdae-wood-fired-pizza-penne/hapjeong-hongdae-wood-fired-pizza-penne-15-110ec-m-900.webp) Coca-Cola Zero can, 355ml, ₩4. If you order a wine ade after a Naver reservation, you get one extra can as a gift, which pairs nicely — we ordered and drank Coca-Cola Zero. ![Plate of homemade pickles](https://img.superchart.com/images/hapjeong-hongdae-wood-fired-pizza-penne/hapjeong-hongdae-wood-fired-pizza-penne-16-188mb-900.webp) A restaurant that only serves homemade pickles — they give you plenty from the start, and when we asked for a refill, they gave us a generous amount without hesitation. Such a generous place. ![Four-flavor Quattro Stagioni wood-fired pizza](https://img.superchart.com/images/hapjeong-hongdae-wood-fired-pizza-penne/hapjeong-hongdae-wood-fired-pizza-penne-17-g2e48-1200.webp) Quattro Stagioni, ₩26. A reasonable price to try all four flavors — this Hapjeong Station favorite for Hongdae pasta's chewy wood-fired pizza looks pretty colorful too, don't you think? 🍕✨️ It's kept on a warmer so you can eat it hot, and because it's made with fermented yeast, it contains a substance called beta-glucan, which apparently aids digestion and helps with immune boosting, blood sugar control, and lowering cholesterol. The Quattro Formaggi, a combination of gorgonzola, cream cheese, Reggiano cheese, and mozzarella, offers extreme creaminess — drizzle on the honey that comes with it and the cheese just melts in your mouth ㅠㅠ🧀 ![Slice of Quattro Formaggi drizzled with honey](https://img.superchart.com/images/hapjeong-hongdae-wood-fired-pizza-penne/hapjeong-hongdae-wood-fired-pizza-penne-18-fq5d3-900.webp) The Croccante pairs savory garlic and tomato beautifully while keeping its moisture — the chewy pizza of this Hapjeong Station favorite for Hongdae pasta specializing in Italian food. ![Slice of Croccante topped with garlic and tomato](https://img.superchart.com/images/hapjeong-hongdae-wood-fired-pizza-penne/hapjeong-hongdae-wood-fired-pizza-penne-19-i0s4k-900.webp) The Diavola features spicy chorizo topped on tomato sauce with garlic for added depth of flavor. It's spicy without being overwhelming, highlighting just the right character — the owner's skill really shows in how insanely savory it is 👍👍👍 ![Slice of Diavola topped with chorizo](https://img.superchart.com/images/hapjeong-hongdae-wood-fired-pizza-penne/hapjeong-hongdae-wood-fired-pizza-penne-20-t6vzr-900.webp) The Margherita, with basil as the highlight, is also delicious dipped in the leftover honey (｡˃̶͈ ᴗ ˂̶͈｡) ![Slice of Margherita topped with basil](https://img.superchart.com/images/hapjeong-hongdae-wood-fired-pizza-penne/hapjeong-hongdae-wood-fired-pizza-penne-21-10lmv-900.webp) Gamberi Crema Penne, ₩18.5. A house-made spicy cream sauce simmered with plump shrimp and mushrooms for extra depth, finished with heat from the wood-fired oven — this Gamberi Crema Penne looks amazing 👍 ![Gamberi Crema Penne with shrimp and mushrooms](https://img.superchart.com/images/hapjeong-hongdae-wood-fired-pizza-penne/hapjeong-hongdae-wood-fired-pizza-penne-22-hee06-900.webp) ![A bite of penne with stretchy melted cheese](https://img.superchart.com/images/hapjeong-hongdae-wood-fired-pizza-penne/hapjeong-hongdae-wood-fired-pizza-penne-23-mrbum-900.webp) The chewy penne, with stretchy cheese adding savoriness, is spicy — eaten together with the homemade pickles, it's absolutely delicious, and the house-made sauce is genuinely addictive. ## Is Hongdae Hwadeok Pizza worth a second visit? ![Table with pizza and penne together](https://img.superchart.com/images/hapjeong-hongdae-wood-fired-pizza-penne/hapjeong-hongdae-wood-fired-pizza-penne-24-ghstm-900.webp) With homemade dough fermented for 72 hours and baked in a wood-fired oven for extra chewiness, you can enjoy pizza and penne, vongole, linguine, pomodoro spaghetti, and sides — Hongdae Hwadeok Pizza, this Hapjeong Station favorite for Hongdae pasta, is a Western-style restaurant with a great atmosphere. Try it for a date, a family outing with kids, a group gathering, or even a pre-wedding celebration 💖 ## Where it is - Hongdae Hwadeok Pizza (홍대화덕피자) - 5 Dokmak-ro 7-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea, 1F - 서울특별시 마포구 독막로7길 5 1층 - 37.5481915, 126.9184473 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%ED%99%8D%EB%8C%80%ED%99%94%EB%8D%95%ED%94%BC%EC%9E%90/@37.5481915,126.9184473,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@seoul-meal-receipts/hapjeong-hongdae-wood-fired-pizza-penne/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt