# European vintage pub vibes near Konkuk University: Simsuljip - By Haneul (https://superchart.com/en/@small-table-seoul/) - Written Sep 7, 2026 - Updated Sep 14, 2026 - Local places › Bars › Gwangjin, Seoul - Sponsored: This post was written as part of a paid store-visit sponsorship. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@small-table-seoul/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@small-table-seoul/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol/index.md) · [日本語](https://superchart.com/ja/@small-table-seoul/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol/index.md) · [简体中文](https://superchart.com/zh-cn/@small-table-seoul/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol/index.md) · [繁體中文](https://superchart.com/zh-tw/@small-table-seoul/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol/index.md) · [Tiếng Việt](https://superchart.com/vi/@small-table-seoul/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol/index.md) · [ไทย](https://superchart.com/th/@small-table-seoul/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol/index.md) · [Bahasa Indonesia](https://superchart.com/id/@small-table-seoul/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol/index.md) · [Bahasa Melayu](https://superchart.com/ms/@small-table-seoul/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol/index.md) · [Español](https://superchart.com/es/@small-table-seoul/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol/index.md) ## In short Simsuljip Konkuk University Entrance Main Branch is a Korean bar in Gwangjin, Seoul, near Konkuk University Entrance Station. The writer ordered aronsatae sujigol (beef shank and beef tendon hot pot, ₩ price not listed) and yukjeon (pan-fried beef), praising the tender shank, chewy tendon, free bone broth refills, and a black-ceilinged, chandelier-lit interior that felt like an old European pub. If you want a Korean bar near Konkuk University Entrance with real atmosphere and hearty food, not just drinks, Simsuljip is worth a visit. ## Good to know - **Signature menu**: Aronsatae Sujigol (beef shank and tendon hot pot), Special Suyuk Platter, Yukjeon (pan-fried beef), House-made fried peppers - **Hot pot perk**: Free bone broth refill with hot pot order - **Hours**: Daily 17:00–02:00, open 365 days a year as advertised - **Parking**: Paid on-site parking — ₩3,000 for the first 60 minutes, ₩3,000 per additional 60 minutes, ₩10,000 max / Hanareum private parking lot about 140m away - **Seating & groups**: Couple seats, floor seating, single seats, group seating / groups of 4 to 50, private bookings available - **Amenities**: Wi-Fi, takeout, delivery, reservations available, separate men's and women's restrooms - **Corkage**: Available (excluding alcohol sold in-store), no restriction on type, ₩20,000 per bottle - **Address**: 1F, 99 Dongil-ro 24-gil, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul, South Korea *as written by the visitor on Sep 7, 2026* ## A retro-vibe hangover-food spot found near Konkuk University ![Main image of Simsuljip Konkuk University Entrance Main Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol-01-zg129-1200.webp) Simsuljip Konkuk University Entrance Main Branch I was hunting for a bar with good atmosphere near Konkuk University when I found Simsuljip Konkuk University Entrance Main Branch 🍶 There are tons of hot bars around Konkuk these days, but this place pulled me in with a retro, kind of exotic vibe. I spent about ten years living in Germany and Italy, so ever since coming back I've had a soft spot for old European pubs and vintage spaces. This is a Korean-style bar, but it somehow felt strangely like an old European pub, and I loved it ✨ ## Easy to reach near Konkuk University Entrance Station ![Exterior of Simsuljip Konkuk University Entrance Main Branch near the station](https://img.superchart.com/images/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol-02-1lk4l-900.webp) Simsuljip Konkuk University Entrance Main Branch is on the 1st floor, 99 Dongil-ro 24-gil, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul. It's an easy walk from Konkuk University Entrance Station, so it's a good spot to meet up with friends. The signature menu right now is aronsatae sujigol (beef shank and beef tendon hot pot), a special suyuk platter, yukjeon (pan-fried beef), and house-made fried peppers, and you can refill the bone broth when you order the hot pot. What I especially love is that this isn't a 'just drink here' kind of bar — you can actually eat real food to go with your drinks 😋 ## A strikingly unique interior with a European vintage pub feel ![Spacious interior view of Simsuljip Konkuk University Entrance Main Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol-03-f30sy-m-900.webp) Open the door and you're greeted by a space that's bigger than you'd expect. The black ceiling, soft lighting, chandeliers, and vintage wallpaper all combine into a pretty distinctive atmosphere. ![Retro interior with black ceiling and chandeliers](https://img.superchart.com/images/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol-04-otxw9-900.webp) ![Store interior with vintage wallpaper and soft lighting](https://img.superchart.com/images/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol-05-1qo8u-900.webp) The classic framed pictures on the walls and the stained-glass-style lighting especially gave off an old European pub or bistro feel for a moment 🇮🇹🇩🇪 ![Classic framed pictures and stained-glass-style lighting](https://img.superchart.com/images/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol-06-11unc-900.webp) Living in Europe for so long made me love antique spaces like this, and Simsuljip blends the lively energy of a Korean bar with retro interiors in a way that was genuinely fun. It's good for hanging out with friends, and also fine for a date or a casual drink. ![Table setting and basic side dishes at Simsuljip](https://img.superchart.com/images/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol-07-1bk9m-900.webp) The basic side dishes come out looking clean too! They also bring out rice noodles to add to the sujigol. ![Rice noodles to add to the beef tendon hot pot](https://img.superchart.com/images/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol-08-145kc-900.webp) ## The main order: Aronsatae Sujigol (beef shank and tendon hot pot) ![A pot of aronsatae sujigol with beef shank arranged around it](https://img.superchart.com/images/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol-09-1ov0p-900.webp) And the dish I was most looking forward to that day! Aronsatae sujigol 🤎 It arrives with plenty of beef shank piled on top of a big pot, and it looks generous from the very first glance. Thin slices of beef shank ring the broth, and the center is filled with beef tendon and various vegetables. Take a spoonful and the broth is rich but not heavy or overwhelming. ![Close-up of the rich broth in the beef shank and tendon hot pot](https://img.superchart.com/images/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol-10-1hqwp-900.webp) Most of all, the beef shank was tender rather than chewy, so it worked great as a drinking snack. The tendon had a nice chewy texture, so switching between the soft meat and the chewy tendon was pretty fun 😋 ![Tender beef shank and chewy beef tendon in the hot pot](https://img.superchart.com/images/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol-11-1u45u-900.webp) ![Beef tendon and vegetables lifted from the hot pot](https://img.superchart.com/images/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol-12-xlmg9-900.webp) I also really liked that you can refill the bone broth when you order the hot pot. When you're drinking, you keep scooping up the broth, haha — a dish like this really needs plenty of it. ## If you love meat, the yukjeon is a must-try too! ![A plate of yukjeon topped with shredded scallions](https://img.superchart.com/images/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol-13-1p1iv-900.webp) The second dish we ordered was yukjeon! Golden-fried meat topped with tangy, spicy shredded scallions — just looking at it makes you think of a drink 🍺 ![Golden-fried yukjeon with spicy-tangy seasoned vegetables](https://img.superchart.com/images/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol-14-tmvzy-900.webp) The yukjeon itself is soft and savory, and the slightly spicy-tangy seasoned vegetables on top cut through the richness. It tastes so much better eaten with the scallions than plain. This kind of pan-fried dish is great as a drinking snack, so if you're with a group, ordering one hot pot and adding a jeon (pan-fried dish) or fried item like this is a good combo. ## Who should visit - People looking for a bar with good atmosphere near Konkuk University - People looking for a bar with tasty food near Konkuk University Entrance Station - People who want a relaxed spot to drink with friends - People looking for a date spot or small gathering place - People who love bars with hearty snacks like hot pot or pan-fried dishes In fact, Simsuljip is said to draw mostly visitors in their 20s and 30s, and is described as a place for everything from friend meetups to dates to work dinners. ## Full menu at a glance ![Menu board at Simsuljip Konkuk University Entrance Main Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol-15-1ife2-900.webp) ![Menu board at Simsuljip Konkuk University Entrance Main Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol-16-1nr4q-900.webp) ![Menu board at Simsuljip Konkuk University Entrance Main Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol-17-x0ka9-900.webp) ![Menu board at Simsuljip Konkuk University Entrance Main Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol-18-14llx-900.webp) ![Menu board at Simsuljip Konkuk University Entrance Main Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol-19-qq0y5-900.webp) ![Menu board at Simsuljip Konkuk University Entrance Main Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol-20-11c9a-900.webp) ![Menu board at Simsuljip Konkuk University Entrance Main Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol-21-6zxmb-m-900.webp) ![Menu board at Simsuljip Konkuk University Entrance Main Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol-22-830zs-900.webp) ## Mongsuri's pick ![Table at Simsuljip with antique-style lighting](https://img.superchart.com/images/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol-23-zzf08-900.webp) After living in Europe for ten years, when I choose a place to eat, taste matters, but I also care a lot about the atmosphere and the time spent there. Simsuljip isn't fully European, but thanks to the antique lighting, classic wallpaper, and chandeliers coming together, I got the strange feeling of visiting an old pub in another country. ![Table spread with hot pot and yukjeon together](https://img.superchart.com/images/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol-24-b6lii-900.webp) On top of that, having warm aronsatae sujigol and yukjeon made it a proper good night for drinks near Konkuk University 🥂 If you want atmosphere plus hearty food plus retro vibes rather than just a place to drink, this is worth a visit. I especially recommend the aronsatae sujigol 🤎 ## Practical info for Simsuljip Konkuk University Entrance Main Branch 🕐 Hours — Daily 17:00–02:00. It's advertised as open 365 days a year, so it's convenient even for late-night drinks 🍻 🚗 Parking — On-site parking is available but paid. ₩3,000 for the first 60 minutes / ₩3,000 per additional 60 minutes / ₩10,000 max. If parking is hard to find, Hanareum private parking lot is about 140m away, roughly a 3-minute walk. 🪑 Seating & groups — There's a range of seating including couple seats, floor seating, single seats, and group seating, with groups of 4 to 50 and private bookings available. 📦 Amenities — Wi-Fi, takeout, delivery, and reservations are available, and there are separate men's and women's restrooms. Corkage is also allowed (excluding alcohol sold in-store), with no restriction on type, at ₩20,000 per bottle 🍾 👉 If you're looking for a place near Konkuk University for late-night drinks plus a group hangout spot, this one's worth keeping in mind! 😊 ## Where it is - Simsuljip Konkuk University Entrance Main Branch (건대술집 심술집 건대입구본점) - 1F, 99 Dongil-ro 24-gil, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul, South Korea - 서울특별시 광진구 동일로24길 99 1층 건대술집 심술집 건대입구본점 - 37.5424266, 127.0704409 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EA%B1%B4%EB%8C%80%EC%88%A0%EC%A7%91%20%EC%8B%AC%EC%88%A0%EC%A7%91%20%EA%B1%B4%EB%8C%80%EC%9E%85%EA%B5%AC%EB%B3%B8%EC%A0%90/@37.5424266,127.0704409,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@small-table-seoul/simsuljib-kondae-arongsatae-sujeon-jeongol/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt