# Top 2% cuts of hanwoo beef at Sabong Hanwoochon, a Jinju restaurant - By Jian (https://superchart.com/en/@steel-chopsticks/) - Written Sep 7, 2026 - Local places › Restaurants › Jinju, Gyeongnam - Sponsored: This post was written as part of a sponsored store visit. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@steel-chopsticks/jinju-sabong-hanwoo-village-premium-cuts/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@steel-chopsticks/jinju-sabong-hanwoo-village-premium-cuts/index.md) ## In short Sabong Hanwoochon Sikyuk Sikdang Jinju Branch is a hanwoo (Korean beef) restaurant in Sabong-myeon, Jinju, five minutes by car from Jinju Arboretum. The writer ordered the Hanwoo Myeongpum set — top 2% grade cuts of sirloin cap, hanging tender and rib finger meat — grilled and eaten with salt and lettuce wraps, alongside free side dishes like beef tartare sushi and fried shrimp. With a large parking lot and a kids' play room, it's a hanwoo spot built for family meals and group gatherings. ## Good to know - **Address**: 441 Sagun-ro, Sabong-myeon, Jinju-si, Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea, 1st floor - **Hours**: Weekdays 10:00–21:30, weekends 11:00–21:30 (no break time) - **Parking**: Large parking lot - **Ordered**: Hanwoo Myeongpum (sirloin cap, hanging tender, rib finger meat — top 2% limited cuts) - **Table charge**: None - **Amenities**: Kids' play room, vending machine coffee, ice cream - **Nearby**: About 5 minutes by car from Jinju Arboretum *as written by the visitor on Sep 7, 2026* I was really craving premium hanwoo (Korean beef) today, so I headed to "Sabong Hanwoochon Sikyuk Sikdang" Jinju Branch, near Jinju Arboretum in Gyeongnam! It's a short drive from downtown Jinju, and since it's close to Jinju Arboretum, it seemed like a good spot for a meal before or after visiting the arboretum, so I decided to go. This time I ordered the Hanwoo Myeongpum without any hesitation! But this wasn't just regular hanwoo — it's a menu made up of limited cuts from the top 2% of hanwoo grade, so my expectations were high. ![Exterior of Sabong Hanwoochon Sikyuk Sikdang Jinju Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/jinju-sabong-hanwoo-village-premium-cuts/jinju-sabong-hanwoo-village-premium-cuts-01-1c6se-966.webp) ![Vertical photo of the restaurant sign](https://img.superchart.com/images/jinju-sabong-hanwoo-village-premium-cuts/jinju-sabong-hanwoo-village-premium-cuts-02-1iewp-551.webp) ![Restaurant entrance with a large parking lot](https://img.superchart.com/images/jinju-sabong-hanwoo-village-premium-cuts/jinju-sabong-hanwoo-village-premium-cuts-03-1npb2-966.webp) ![View of the hanwoo restaurant along a road in Sabong-myeon](https://img.superchart.com/images/jinju-sabong-hanwoo-village-premium-cuts/jinju-sabong-hanwoo-village-premium-cuts-04-gdgqa-966.webp) ## Location and hours of Sabong Hanwoochon Sikyuk Sikdang Jinju Branch - Address: 441 Sagun-ro, Sabong-myeon, Jinju-si, Gyeongnam, South Korea, 1st floor - Hours: Weekdays 10:00–21:30 / Weekends 11:00–21:30 (no break time) - Parking: Large parking lot available It's located in Sabong-myeon, Jinju-si, Gyeongnam. It's a bit outside downtown Jinju, so it's more convenient to drive there. Since we were planning an outing to Jinju Arboretum (5 minutes away) anyway, this was a good stop to fit into the route. ## Restaurant atmosphere and the play room Walking in, the space was bigger and cleaner than I expected. Instead of the usual cramped, busy feel of a Korean BBQ restaurant, the space felt spacious and relaxed, making it seem good for family visits or dining with a group or gathering. A natural aging, dry-aging lab! ![Sign for the natural aging, dry-aging lab](https://img.superchart.com/images/jinju-sabong-hanwoo-village-premium-cuts/jinju-sabong-hanwoo-village-premium-cuts-05-daw47-966.webp) The deep flavor of 35 days of aging, real hanwoo quality in every bite — apparently it's 1+ grade or higher hanwoo! ![Sign noting 35-day aged hanwoo grade](https://img.superchart.com/images/jinju-sabong-hanwoo-village-premium-cuts/jinju-sabong-hanwoo-village-premium-cuts-06-9mrrk-966.webp) ![Bright, spacious seating inside the restaurant](https://img.superchart.com/images/jinju-sabong-hanwoo-village-premium-cuts/jinju-sabong-hanwoo-village-premium-cuts-07-1lp72-m-966.webp) It's great for group meals or family events, and since there's a play room, it's good with young kids too — the bright, comfortable interior made it feel like a nice spot for family dinners or company get-togethers. ![Menu board at Sabong Hanwoochon Sikyuk Sikdang Jinju Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/jinju-sabong-hanwoo-village-premium-cuts/jinju-sabong-hanwoo-village-premium-cuts-08-1xa2y-m-803.webp) ## The menu board and side dish spread Here's the menu board for reference. We ordered the Hanwoo Myeongpum, the top 2% limited-cut set. ![Table set with side dishes alongside the Hanwoo Myeongpum](https://img.superchart.com/images/jinju-sabong-hanwoo-village-premium-cuts/jinju-sabong-hanwoo-village-premium-cuts-09-rzj5q-966.webp) ![Beef tartare sushi served as a side dish](https://img.superchart.com/images/jinju-sabong-hanwoo-village-premium-cuts/jinju-sabong-hanwoo-village-premium-cuts-10-k27ld-966.webp) ![Plate of fried shrimp side dish](https://img.superchart.com/images/jinju-sabong-hanwoo-village-premium-cuts/jinju-sabong-hanwoo-village-premium-cuts-11-10jgy-966.webp) ![Side dishes including enoki mushrooms](https://img.superchart.com/images/jinju-sabong-hanwoo-village-premium-cuts/jinju-sabong-hanwoo-village-premium-cuts-12-1j88c-966.webp) ![Lettuce wraps and dipping sauce placed next to the grill](https://img.superchart.com/images/jinju-sabong-hanwoo-village-premium-cuts/jinju-sabong-hanwoo-village-premium-cuts-13-11rp5-966.webp) First, a nice variety of side dishes came out. Even with no table charge, we were happy with tasty items like beef tartare sushi, fried shrimp, and enoki mushrooms. ![Full table spread with the Hanwoo Myeongpum set](https://img.superchart.com/images/jinju-sabong-hanwoo-village-premium-cuts/jinju-sabong-hanwoo-village-premium-cuts-14-1rirx-1200.webp) ## How does Hanwoo Myeongpum (sirloin cap, hanging tender, rib finger meat) taste? Today's star: Hanwoo Myeongpum. I sat down and waited for the hanwoo I'd ordered. With a name like 'Hanwoo Myeongpum' (premium hanwoo), my expectations were already rising haha! A little while later the meat arrived, and the cuts neatly arranged on the plate looked truly appetizing. ![Limited hanwoo cuts neatly arranged on a plate](https://img.superchart.com/images/jinju-sabong-hanwoo-village-premium-cuts/jinju-sabong-hanwoo-village-premium-cuts-15-3baw8-966.webp) After a few photos of the meat, I really started to get hungry… so I put it straight on the grill. ![Hanwoo sirloin cap on the grill](https://img.superchart.com/images/jinju-sabong-hanwoo-village-premium-cuts/jinju-sabong-hanwoo-village-premium-cuts-16-1pt5a-830.webp) ![Hanwoo beef sizzling on the grill](https://img.superchart.com/images/jinju-sabong-hanwoo-village-premium-cuts/jinju-sabong-hanwoo-village-premium-cuts-17-1qztp-966.webp) Today's cuts were the Hanwoo Myeongpum — sirloin cap, hanging tender, and rib finger meat. Some cuts I eat often, but others, like the rib finger meat, felt special, so I was excited to try each one. ![The three cuts: sirloin cap, hanging tender, and rib finger meat](https://img.superchart.com/images/jinju-sabong-hanwoo-village-premium-cuts/jinju-sabong-hanwoo-village-premium-cuts-18-1py0d-966.webp) The moment the meat hit the grill, that sizzling sound started — it makes me happy every time, haha. I grilled the hanwoo to medium doneness. Dipped lightly in salt and took a bite — sure enough, it was soft and nutty. ### Hanging tender (Tosisal) The hanging tender had a richer flavor than the sirloin cap. The meaty aroma built up subtly with each chew, so it was delicious even with just a light dip in salt. ![Hanwoo hanging tender dipped in salt](https://img.superchart.com/images/jinju-sabong-hanwoo-village-premium-cuts/jinju-sabong-hanwoo-village-premium-cuts-19-n7f63-966.webp) ### Rib finger meat (Saeu-sal) Today's highlight! The rib finger meat. Cute name, unique shape too — this was the cut I was most curious about. It was grilled carefully on the pan until just right. Once cooked to medium, I took a bite and the soft, nutty flavor was great. Especially the juiciness and flavor with each chew — really satisfying. ![Hanwoo rib finger meat grilled to medium doneness](https://img.superchart.com/images/jinju-sabong-hanwoo-village-premium-cuts/jinju-sabong-hanwoo-village-premium-cuts-20-1n3o4-966.webp) ![A piece of hanwoo placed on a lettuce leaf](https://img.superchart.com/images/jinju-sabong-hanwoo-village-premium-cuts/jinju-sabong-hanwoo-village-premium-cuts-21-m1yf2-966.webp) I liked eating it different ways — dipped in ssamjang (dipping sauce) or wrapped in lettuce. Going through the three cuts one by one was fun. ![Grill with the three cuts being cooked separately](https://img.superchart.com/images/jinju-sabong-hanwoo-village-premium-cuts/jinju-sabong-hanwoo-village-premium-cuts-22-4cwid-966.webp) ## Dessert and the receipt review event For dessert, I had a refreshing Excellent-brand ice cream. Vending machine coffee was also available to grab. ![Ice cream dessert enjoyed after the meal](https://img.superchart.com/images/jinju-sabong-hanwoo-village-premium-cuts/jinju-sabong-hanwoo-village-premium-cuts-23-v6zqb-m-966.webp) ![Sign for the receipt review event instant scratch ticket](https://img.superchart.com/images/jinju-sabong-hanwoo-village-premium-cuts/jinju-sabong-hanwoo-village-premium-cuts-24-hbgws-966.webp) There's a receipt review event! A no-lose instant scratch ticket — discounts on wanggalbitang (royal short rib soup) and hanwoo bulgogi! If you're planning a family meal or a special dinner in Jinju, the Hanwoo Myeongpum is a delicious option worth trying. If you're looking for a great beef or hanwoo restaurant in Jinju and want to try some special cuts, check out "Sabong Hanwoochon Sikyuk Sikdang Jinju Branch." And if you're planning a visit to Jinju Arboretum, I'd recommend adding this to your meal plan too. A satisfying bite of hanwoo and a full, happy day — another delicious memory added to this Jinju trip. ## Where it is - Sabong Hanwoochon Sikyuk Sikdang Jinju Branch (사봉한우촌식육식당 진주점) - 441 Sagun-ro, Sabong-myeon, Jinju-si, Gyeongsangnam-do, South Korea, 1st floor - 경상남도 진주시 사봉면 사군로 441 1층 사봉한우촌식육식당 진주점 - 35.1913913, 128.293591 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EC%82%AC%EB%B4%89%ED%95%9C%EC%9A%B0%EC%B4%8C%EC%8B%9D%EC%9C%A1%EC%8B%9D%EB%8B%B9%20%EC%A7%84%EC%A3%BC%EC%A0%90/@35.1913913,128.293591,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@steel-chopsticks/jinju-sabong-hanwoo-village-premium-cuts/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt