Team lunch at a Seongsu army stew restaurant before 11:40: Songtan

I'm a food explorer who's recently gotten hooked on touring Seongsu-dong restaurants.

Today I'm bringing you my experience at 'Songtan Jindaegwang Budae Jjigae Seongsu Branch,' a spot near Seongsu Station that's popular with office workers for lunch, and just as good for a light dinner gathering.

If you've been missing real Songtan-style budae jjigae (army stew) — rich, spicy broth loaded with ham and sausage — pay attention!

If you're looking for a hearty lunch or dinner in Seongsu-dong, Songtan Jindaegwang Budae Jjigae Seongsu Branch is just the place.

It's located close to Seongsu Station, so it's easy to get to, and it's a spot where you can enjoy various side dishes centered around a budae jjigae packed with ham and sausage.

Where is Songtan Jindaegwang Budae Jjigae Seongsu and what is it?

Songtan Jindaegwang Budae Jjigae Seongsu Branch is an army stew specialty restaurant located at 97 Achasan-ro, Unit 201, Seongdong-gu, Seoul, close to Exit 1 of Seongsu Station, so it's easy to visit by public transit. The store is fairly spacious, making it good for lunch or dining with a group.

• Name: Songtan Jindaegwang Budae Jjigae Seongsu Branch
• Address: 97 Achasan-ro, Unit 201, Seongdong-gu, Seoul, South Korea
• Location: Near Seongsu Station Exit 1
• Signature dish: Jindaegwang Budae Jjigae
• Parking: Available in front of the building but limited when full
• Use: Lunch and dinner, takeout, group use available
• Other: Unlimited rice refills, self-serve side dishes

How to get there from Seongsu Station Exit 1

Songtan Jindaegwang Budae Jjigae Seongsu Branch is on the 2nd floor of a building you reach by exiting Seongsu Station via Exit 1 and heading toward Achasan-ro. Being so easy to find from Seongsu Station is a real plus.

It's about 30m from Seongsu Station Exit 1, so it's quite close to the station. It's on the 2nd floor of the building, so just find the entrance and go up the stairs. If you're taking public transit, Seongsu Station is the most convenient way in, and it's a decently accessible spot when you're looking for a lunch place for office workers in Seongsu-dong.

Is Songtan Jindaegwang Budae Jjigae good for a team lunch or staff dinner?

Songtan Jindaegwang Budae Jjigae Seongsu Branch stands out for its spacious, comfortable interior and table layout optimized for group or team lunches and dinners, and being right at the entrance to Seongsu Station's restaurant alley made it really accessible.

The clean interior catches your eye from the entrance — none of the cramped feel you get at typical stew restaurants, but spacious and comfortable instead, making it perfect for a team lunch gathering or a dinner get-together.

Songtan Jindaegwang Budae Jjigae Seongsu menu and prices

The signature dish at Songtan Jindaegwang Budae Jjigae Seongsu Branch, Jindaegwang Budae Jjigae, is ₩26,000 for two, ₩39,000 for three, and ₩52,000 for four. Side and drink prices are below.

• Jindaegwang Budae Jjigae for 2: ₩26,000
• Jindaegwang Budae Jjigae for 3: ₩39,000
• Jindaegwang Budae Jjigae for 4: ₩52,000
• Assorted sausage: ₩9,000
• Premium sausage: ₩4,500
• Smoked sausage: ₩3,000
• Fried sundae (blood sausage): ₩6,000
• Seasoned bunmoja (glass noodle): ₩3,500
• Bunmoja churros: ₩3,500
• Soft drink: ₩2,000
• Soju: ₩4,000
• Beer: ₩5,000

🌭 Jindaegwang budae jjigae (army stew)

The signature dish, Jindaegwang Budae Jjigae, is a style where several kinds of ham and sausage are simmered together generously.

It's set up as 2-person for ₩26,000, 3-person for ₩39,000, and 4-person for ₩52,000, so it's easy to order according to your group size.

If you want to add sausage alongside the budae jjigae, you can choose the assorted sausage for ₩9,000, or the premium or smoked sausage.

How did the Jindaegwang budae jjigae taste?

The signature dish at Songtan Jindaegwang Budae Jjigae Seongsu Branch is, without question, Songtan-style budae jjigae. The spicy yet deeply savory broth was what impressed me most.

1. A generously loaded pot

The moment the pot arrived at the table, I let out a gasp. Premium sausage and ham, minced meat, and generously added green onion and minced garlic all come arranged in harmony.

2. What makes the broth so deep and rich

As it starts boiling, the special sauce and broth blend together, and taking my first spoonful, the spicy yet deep savory flavor stood out. The natural sweetness from the well-boiled green onion completely cuts through the heaviness of the sausage.

3. Ramen noodles plus unlimited rice

It would be a shame to skip the ramen noodles in budae jjigae! Adding ramen noodles to the deeply-brewed broth and letting it simmer down until thick, a whole bowl of rice disappeared in no time.

Is there unlimited rice and a self-serve bar?

Songtan Jindaegwang Budae Jjigae Seongsu Branch offers unlimited rice refills, and you can also grab extra basic side dishes from the self-serve bar. That's welcome news for anyone who likes eating rice together with budae jjigae broth.

Given the nature of budae jjigae, you can run through rice pretty fast eating the broth, ham, and sausage together with it, but with unlimited refills you can eat your fill and stay full.

🍜 Jin Ramen noodles: a must-add

Songtan Jindaegwang Budae Jjigae Seongsu Branch provides Jin Ramen for the noodle add-in. As the budae jjigae broth boils, the flavors of ham and sausage blend in, and adding ramen on top makes it an even heartier meal. After ordering the budae jjigae, adding the noodle add-in and enjoying it with the broth is a great move.

🥢 Side dishes to order with the army stew

Besides the budae jjigae, there are side dishes like assorted sausage, premium sausage, smoked sausage, fried sundae, and bunmoja dishes. Especially if you're visiting with several people, ordering the budae jjigae as the base and adding assorted sausage on top works well.

Opening hours and parking

Songtan Jindaegwang Budae Jjigae Seongsu Branch is open Mon–Fri 11:00–21:30 and Sat–Sun 11:30–21:00. Last order is 20:30 on weekdays and 20:00 on weekends.

If you're visiting by car, parking is available in front of the building, but it can be hard to use once the lot fills up, so public transit is recommended. Takeout and delivery are also available, and group use is possible.

Tips for a team lunch or work dinner near Seongsu Station

Songtan Jindaegwang Budae Jjigae Seongsu Branch can fill up with office workers from around Seongsu Station after 11:40am on weekdays, so I'd recommend heading over a little early for lunch.

• Recommended dinner order: In the evening, adding plenty of extra ham to the budae jjigae along with side dishes makes for a good drinking snack.
• Broth refill service: As the broth reduces from adding ramen or noodle add-ins, they provide extra broth so you can keep eating deliciously until the end.

Who Songtan Jindaegwang Budae Jjigae suits

• Anyone looking for a restaurant close to Seongsu Station
• Anyone looking for a hearty lunch in Seongsu-dong
• Fans of budae jjigae loaded with ham and sausage
• Anyone who wants plenty of rice and side dishes
• Anyone looking for a place to eat with a group
• Anyone looking for a simple dinner or gathering spot in Seongsu-dong

✨ Final verdict

• Taste: ★★★★★ (deep broth flavor paired with high-quality ham)
• Portion: ★★★★★ (generous even at the base amount, great value)
• Atmosphere: ★★★★☆ (spacious and clean, good for group dinners and gatherings)

Songtan Jindaegwang Budae Jjigae Seongsu Branch is a budae jjigae specialty restaurant with great accessibility, located close to Seongsu Station Exit 1. The signature dish, Jindaegwang Budae Jjigae, can be ordered from ₩26,000 for two, with 3- and 4-person menus also available.

You can add side dishes like assorted sausage on top, and unlimited rice refills and self-serve side dishes are another feature. Whether you've just enjoyed shopping or an outing in Seongsu-dong and want a spicy, hearty meal, or you're looking for an office worker's lunch spot around Seongsu Station, it's worth stopping by.

If you're looking for a proper Korean lunch near Seongsu Station or a soup dish that really clears your head, I strongly recommend Songtan Jindaegwang Budae Jjigae Seongsu Branch! I'd say my intent to revisit is 200%.