# Jongno Korean restaurant for abalone tteokgalbi dinner: Modam Dining - By Junseo M. (https://superchart.com/en/@seoul-supper-slate/) - Written Sep 10, 2026 - Local places › Restaurants › Jongno, Seoul - Sponsored: This visit was sponsored by the business. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@seoul-supper-slate/gwanghwamun-abalone-tteokgalbi-modam-dining/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@seoul-supper-slate/gwanghwamun-abalone-tteokgalbi-modam-dining/index.md) ## In short Modam Dining Gwanghwamun is a Korean restaurant in Jongno, Seoul, serving Korean set meals with a course-like progression. We slowly enjoyed the 37,000 won bori-gulbi set and 40,000 won abalone tteokgalbi set, from neat side dishes to fish ceviche and seasonal porridge. Verdict: a lovely choice for a family meal or an atmospheric work dinner. ## Good to know - **Address**: 10 Saemunan-ro 2-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea, Deoksugung D-Palace B1, Units B102 and B103 - **Hours**: Daily 11:00–22:00 - **Weekday break**: 15:00–17:00 - **Weekend break**: None - **Ordered**: Dinner bori-gulbi set ₩37,000; abalone tteokgalbi set ₩40,000 - **Event**: Highballs 2+1 *as written by the visitor on Sep 10, 2026* A little while ago, I went to Modam Dining Gwanghwamun for dinner, a place where you can properly enjoy Korean set meals in Gwanghwamun 🤍 With its clean atmosphere and the many dishes arriving almost like a course, I thought it would be great for family gatherings or an important meal too. This time, we ordered the dinner bori-gulbi set and abalone tteokgalbi set. ![Dinner of bori-gulbi and abalone tteokgalbi set meals](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwanghwamun-abalone-tteokgalbi-modam-dining/gwanghwamun-abalone-tteokgalbi-modam-dining-01-n1wuz-900.webp) ## Modam Dining in the basement of Deoksugung D-Palace, Gwanghwamun It is on the first basement level of Deoksugung D-Palace, which is famous for its very, very expensive rent haha. It is right in the heart of Gwanghwamun, so access is quite convenient, and once inside the building, Modam was easy to find. The exterior already had a clean, calm feel, with the neat atmosphere typical of a Korean set-meal restaurant. ![Exterior of Modam Dining Gwanghwamun](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwanghwamun-abalone-tteokgalbi-modam-dining/gwanghwamun-abalone-tteokgalbi-modam-dining-02-1fvwb-900.webp) ![Modam Dining entrance at Deoksugung D-Palace](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwanghwamun-abalone-tteokgalbi-modam-dining/gwanghwamun-abalone-tteokgalbi-modam-dining-03-1rssi-900.webp) Inside, the overall atmosphere was clean and upscale. The tables were spaced generously apart, so it looked good for a group visit such as a family meal or a work gathering. It was quiet enough for a relaxed meal too, so it felt well suited to a dinner appointment! ![Dining area with generously spaced tables](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwanghwamun-abalone-tteokgalbi-modam-dining/gwanghwamun-abalone-tteokgalbi-modam-dining-04-43t8d-900.webp) ![Clean and upscale interior of the Korean set-meal restaurant](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwanghwamun-abalone-tteokgalbi-modam-dining/gwanghwamun-abalone-tteokgalbi-modam-dining-05-1svcp-900.webp) They are also running a 2+1 highball event. You know Korean food and highballs go surprisingly well together! If we had not driven, I think we would have had highballs too. ![Korean food and highball event notice](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwanghwamun-abalone-tteokgalbi-modam-dining/gwanghwamun-abalone-tteokgalbi-modam-dining-06-8ej37-900.webp) ![Modam Dining highball event notice](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwanghwamun-abalone-tteokgalbi-modam-dining/gwanghwamun-abalone-tteokgalbi-modam-dining-07-t61i4-900.webp) ![In-store highball promotion notice](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwanghwamun-abalone-tteokgalbi-modam-dining/gwanghwamun-abalone-tteokgalbi-modam-dining-08-3d98r-900.webp) ![Korean meal and highball information](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwanghwamun-abalone-tteokgalbi-modam-dining/gwanghwamun-abalone-tteokgalbi-modam-dining-09-vuuji-900.webp) ## Ordering the bori-gulbi and abalone tteokgalbi sets Here is the menu. Modam offered a range of Korean set-meal courses. We ordered the dinner bori-gulbi set (₩37,000) and abalone tteokgalbi set (₩40,000). The basic components were the same and only the main differed, so you can choose according to your taste. It looked especially good for a family or work group, since everyone can order the main they want 🤍 ![Modam Dining Korean set-meal course menu](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwanghwamun-abalone-tteokgalbi-modam-dining/gwanghwamun-abalone-tteokgalbi-modam-dining-10-1rjiu-900.webp) There are à la carte dishes too! If you order a set and still need more, these looked like a good option. ![Modam Dining à la carte menu information](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwanghwamun-abalone-tteokgalbi-modam-dining/gwanghwamun-abalone-tteokgalbi-modam-dining-11-hiqjf-1200.webp) ![Korean set-meal à la carte selections](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwanghwamun-abalone-tteokgalbi-modam-dining/gwanghwamun-abalone-tteokgalbi-modam-dining-12-1whes-900.webp) ## A neatly laid-out Korean set-meal spread 🥢 Even before the main dishes arrived, a variety of foods were brought out one after another, and it was fun trying them one by one. The side dishes were all neatly plated and varied, so it really felt like having a proper Korean set meal. If you prefer sampling lots of different dishes in small amounts rather than sticking to just one, this is a spread you would likely enjoy! ![Korean set-meal spread with a variety of dishes](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwanghwamun-abalone-tteokgalbi-modam-dining/gwanghwamun-abalone-tteokgalbi-modam-dining-13-hmxv0-900.webp) - Seasonal salad with yuzu dressing - Mustard vegetables with pine-nut sauce - Perilla-oil capellini - Cheongyang water kimchi ![Yuzu-dressing salad and accompanying dishes](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwanghwamun-abalone-tteokgalbi-modam-dining/gwanghwamun-abalone-tteokgalbi-modam-dining-14-1t47c-900.webp) Seasonal raw fish and pickled-vegetable ceviche ![Seasonal raw fish and pickled-vegetable ceviche](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwanghwamun-abalone-tteokgalbi-modam-dining/gwanghwamun-abalone-tteokgalbi-modam-dining-15-9jrgm-900.webp) Seasonal porridge ![Seasonal porridge in the Korean set meal](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwanghwamun-abalone-tteokgalbi-modam-dining/gwanghwamun-abalone-tteokgalbi-modam-dining-16-1nkkj-900.webp) Modam fried shiitake mushrooms ![Modam fried shiitake mushrooms](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwanghwamun-abalone-tteokgalbi-modam-dining/gwanghwamun-abalone-tteokgalbi-modam-dining-17-16g0p-900.webp) ## The bori-gulbi and abalone tteokgalbi main spread Finally, the mains! Here is the full bori-gulbi and abalone tteokgalbi set spread 🤍 Neat side dishes and various foods filled the table. It looked generous at a glance, so it felt like a great fit for a family gathering or a work group too ✨ ![Full spread with bori-gulbi and abalone tteokgalbi set meals](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwanghwamun-abalone-tteokgalbi-modam-dining/gwanghwamun-abalone-tteokgalbi-modam-dining-18-ya87j-900.webp) ![Neat side dishes and main dishes in a full spread](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwanghwamun-abalone-tteokgalbi-modam-dining/gwanghwamun-abalone-tteokgalbi-modam-dining-19-14xym-900.webp) ### Bori-gulbi that was wonderful with rice The bori-gulbi (dried yellow corvina) had nice thick flesh, making it great with rice. Putting its savory-salty flesh over rice made it clear why so many people seek out bori-gulbi in Korean set meals. Along with the side dishes, it was the kind of flavor that made a whole bowl of rice disappear in no time 🤍 ![Bori-gulbi dish with thick flesh](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwanghwamun-abalone-tteokgalbi-modam-dining/gwanghwamun-abalone-tteokgalbi-modam-dining-20-zbtkh-900.webp) ![Bori-gulbi served with rice](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwanghwamun-abalone-tteokgalbi-modam-dining/gwanghwamun-abalone-tteokgalbi-modam-dining-21-1bmbs-900.webp) ### Tender tteokgalbi with abalone I loved that the abalone tteokgalbi paired the tender texture of tteokgalbi (Korean grilled beef patties) with abalone. If you are a meat-menu person, the abalone tteokgalbi set would probably suit your taste more than the bori-gulbi. Eating the abalone and tteokgalbi together made it feel even more substantial. ![Tender tteokgalbi served with abalone](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwanghwamun-abalone-tteokgalbi-modam-dining/gwanghwamun-abalone-tteokgalbi-modam-dining-22-1o018-900.webp) The basic side dishes, including seasoned seaweed stems, stir-fried shiitake mushrooms, kimchi, and stir-fried anchovies, were neatly prepared too. They went nicely with the mains and added to the overall feeling of a polished full spread ✨ ![Basic side dishes including seaweed stems and kimchi](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwanghwamun-abalone-tteokgalbi-modam-dining/gwanghwamun-abalone-tteokgalbi-modam-dining-23-8oknx-900.webp) Rice and beef radish soup came with the meal as well. It was a clean, mild spread rather than an overly intense one, so it was easy to enjoy a comfortable meal 🤍 ![Korean set-meal serving of rice and beef radish soup](https://img.superchart.com/images/gwanghwamun-abalone-tteokgalbi-modam-dining/gwanghwamun-abalone-tteokgalbi-modam-dining-24-sahqs-900.webp) ## My final thoughts on dinner at Modam Dining Gwanghwamun As we ate our way through the many side dishes and mains, we ended up feeling more satisfyingly full than expected. Overall, the food was mild and neatly prepared, making it easy to take your time and enjoy the meal without feeling weighed down. If you are looking for a clean, polished Korean set-meal restaurant in Gwanghwamun, Modam Dining Gwanghwamun was a good one to visit. Dinner starts in the ₩30,000 range, and I also liked being able to choose mains such as bori-gulbi or abalone tteokgalbi. With so many different foods served, I would especially recommend it to anyone who enjoys Korean set meals or course-style dining! Keep it in mind if you are looking for a family meal, a work dinner gathering, or a slightly atmospheric meal in Gwanghwamun 🤍 ## Where it is - Modam Dining Gwanghwamun (모담다이닝 광화문점) - 10 Saemunan-ro 2-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea, Deoksugung D-Palace B1, Units B102 and B103 - 서울특별시 종로구 새문안로2길 10 덕수궁디팰리스 지하 1층 B102호, B103호 - 37.5687024, 126.9720468 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EB%AA%A8%EB%8B%B4%EB%8B%A4%EC%9D%B4%EB%8B%9D%20%EA%B4%91%ED%99%94%EB%AC%B8%EC%A0%90/@37.5687024,126.9720468,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@seoul-supper-slate/gwanghwamun-abalone-tteokgalbi-modam-dining/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt