Gwangju Suwan restaurant, three friends' first gnocchi: Bueokgan
In short
Bueokgan Suwan Branch is a brunch and Italian restaurant just off the main commercial strip of the Suwan district in Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju. Three friends shared truffle mushroom cream gnocchi at 22,000 won, shrimp rosé pasta at 20,000 won and basil margherita pizza at 19,000 won, and the two who tried gnocchi for the first time were hooked that same day. With its quiet mood, bar seats and a window group table, Bueokgan Suwan Branch is an easy place to bring friends.
Good to know
- Address
- 37 Suwan-ro 106beon-gil, 1st floor, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju
- Hours
- Daily 11:30–21:00
- Break time
- 15:00–17:00
- Last order
- 20:20
- Parking
- Roadside parking near the restaurant
- Seating
- Bar seats, tables for 2–4, window group table (by reservation)
- Truffle mushroom cream gnocchi
- 22,000 won
- Shrimp rosé pasta
- 20,000 won
- Basil margherita pizza
- 19,000 won
- Ordering and payment
- Kiosk at each table; pay at the counter on the way out
as written by the visitor on Sep 17, 2026
Today's spot is Bueokgan Suwan Branch (부엌간 수완점) in Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju, famous as a brunch hotspot in the Suwan district 🍽️ ˚₊·
Where is Bueokgan Suwan Branch, and what are the hours and parking?
Bueokgan Suwan Branch is at 37 Suwan-ro 106beon-gil, 1st floor, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju, open daily 11:30–21:00. Break time is 15:00–17:00, last order is 20:20, and parking is roadside near the restaurant.
- 📍 Location: 37 Suwan-ro 106beon-gil, 1st floor, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju, South Korea
- 🚗 Parking: Roadside parking near the restaurant
- 📌 Hours: Daily 11:30–21:00
- 📌 Break time: 15:00–17:00
- 📌 Last order: 20:20
This is genuinely one of my favorite Italian spots, and since it's in my neighborhood I come by often 🩶 It's set a bit away from the busy strip, so it's never crowded and stays quiet — I often bring friends here when they visit Suwan! Even the outdoor area gets sunlight, making it so cozy and full of good vibes ✨✨ The mix of teal walls and brick gives it such a classy feel
I'm already excited imagining fall, when you could enjoy coffee or brunch outside in that outdoor-seating vibe 🩶
Seating at Bueokgan Suwan Branch: bar seats, tables for 2–4 and a window group table
Inside, Bueokgan Suwan Branch has bar seats and tables for 2–4, and if you reserve ahead, groups can be seated by the window. The space feels spacious with generous gaps between tables, which I love
- 🪑 Mainly bar seats and tables for 2–4 inside
- ✅ Reserve ahead for window group seating
✔️ This is the bar area. Being close to the kitchen means you can ask for things right away, which I liked
When I visited, this spot was already reserved — eating here with sunlight streaming in on a nice day would really boost your mood ☀️☀️ Isn't the vibe just gorgeous? Reservations are a must for group gatherings
Overall the interior had such a warm atmosphere, and the staff were so kind and greeted us with bright smiles — loved that!
How the waitlist, kiosk ordering and payment work
Since there's no waiting area inside Bueokgan Suwan Branch, if there's a line you write your name, phone number, party size, and whether you need a baby chair on a sheet by the door, then come back when they call. Orders go through the kiosk at each table, and you pay at the counter on your way out!
What three friends ordered: gnocchi, rosé pasta and margherita pizza
📋 Bueokgan Suwan Branch has a really wide range of salads, pastas, and pizzas — great variety to suit any taste!
Here's what we ordered, for three people.
- Truffle mushroom cream gnocchi (₩22,000)
- Shrimp rosé pasta (₩20,000)
- Basil margherita pizza (₩19,000)
The table setting was so pretty I had to snap a photo
Basil margherita pizza, 19,000 won
✔️ First out was the basil margherita pizza. The crust wasn't too thick, so it never felt heavy — perfect! The chewy dough was so good. Rich tomato sauce with basil and mozzarella is a combo that just can't miss — highly recommend‼️
👉🏻 I noticed on the kiosk they even offer honey. Dipping the crust or pizza in it sounds amazing — worth trying!
The cheongyang chili sauce served alongside is a must when things feel too rich‼️ I can't handle spicy food, but my friend who loves spice drizzled it all over her pizza!
Shrimp rosé pasta, 20,000 won, with six shrimp
✔️ Next up was the shrimp rosé pasta. The rosé sauce was thick and rich — so good! It came with about 6 plump shrimp, so we could all dig in without holding back haha
The shrimp were so plump~
Truffle mushroom cream gnocchi, 22,000 won: my friends' first gnocchi
✔️ Next was the truffle mushroom cream gnocchi! I love gnocchi, but my friends said they'd never had it before — shocking‼️‼️ After this day, both of them fell in love with gnocchi 🩶 The truffle aroma was strong, the sauce was thick, and the potato that came with it was so chewy and delicious!
Why I would go back to Bueokgan Suwan Branch
I think the little decor pieces around the restaurant really add to it! Aren't they just so cute? Every time I come, the atmosphere puts me in such a good mood
Where it is
37 Suwan-ro 106beon-gil, 1st floor, Gwangsan-gu, Gwangju, South Korea전남광주통합특별시 광산구 수완로106번길 37 1층
