Haeundae Korean restaurant in a two-story hanok: Songjeongok

I was out for a drive toward Songjeong Beach when a striking building made me stop in my tracks. I had no idea there would be a Korean restaurant overflowing with traditional charm just one minute from the sea. It was Songjeongok Songjeong Main Branch (송정옥 송정본점).

Its lovely two-story hanok interior made for a meal in such a neat, calm atmosphere. Let me tell you honestly about my visit—including the parking, which was surprisingly manageable in Songjeong, where parking can be difficult.

A two-story hanok near Songjeong Beach

It is exactly a one-minute walk from Songjeong Beach, so the location is excellent.

If you are driving, there is dedicated parking in front of the restaurant. If it is tight and there is no space, you can comfortably use the free open roadside parking in front of the restaurant outside peak season.

Just one thing: you cannot leave your car there after eating to go to the beach or a café, so please move it promptly once you have finished!

Step inside and a beautiful two-story hanok interior welcomes you. It is a space filled with the feeling of a traditional Korean house, with a tranquil atmosphere that feels almost like traveling back in time.

The old-fashioned mood is recreated so realistically that even the air and scent inside had a slightly deep, old wooden-house feel.

It has such strong Korean character that foreign friends would probably love taking photos and soaking up its distinctive mood.

What does the abalone pot-rice set look like?

Once seated, I ordered the abalone pot-rice set. It arrived beautifully and neatly arranged with sotbap (rice cooked in an individual pot), gabri bossam (boiled pork slices for wraps), and side dishes.

The abalone pot rice with creamy innards sauce looked special enough at first glance to make me feel truly treated.

This was a place where the power of the space itself came through even more strongly. It is a pot-rice restaurant where you can first enjoy the beautifully laid-out meal with your eyes, then take your time admiring the handsome, open hanok interior extending up to the second floor.

For anyone who wants to savor a traditional Korean atmosphere throughout a meal, it will be quite a visually enjoyable experience.

Parking and visiting with foreign friends after your meal

Can I leave my car parked and go see the beach after eating?

Unfortunately, that is not possible! Parking is limited, so you need to move your vehicle right after your meal for the next guests. Please move your car elsewhere before enjoying a walk on the beach.

Is it a good place to go with a foreign friend?

Yes, I recommend it. The traditional two-story hanok interior is wonderfully handsome and old-fashioned, making it the ideal atmosphere for visitors who want to experience a Korean-style space.

Overall thoughts on Songjeongok Songjeong Main Branch

Songjeongok Songjeong Main Branch was a Korean restaurant where I could fully experience the rare old-world charm of a two-story hanok in a perfect location right by Songjeong Beach. What stayed with me even more was the healing feeling of the traditional space and the visual appeal of the neatly set meal. If you are looking for a Korean dining space with easy parking and traditional charm during a seaside drive, it is worth visiting at least once.