Ansan Italian restaurant with highballs: scallop anchovy oil pasta

Last Saturday I visited That Man's Italian Restaurant & Lounge, a restaurant with great vibes in Jungang-dong, Ansan. It's a great spot for a date and also perfect for a special occasion dinner — not just the food but the whole atmosphere and outdoor terrace won me over, so let me walk you through it in detail today 🍝✨

Where is That Man's Italian Restaurant & Lounge in Ansan, and when is it open?

That Man's Italian Restaurant & Lounge is on the 6th floor of the Dongwon Building, 40 Gojan 1-gil, Danwon-gu, Ansan-si, Gyeonggi-do. It's open Tue–Sun 12:00–22:00, with a break time from 15:00–17:00, and closed on Mondays. Parking is available too.

That Man's Italian Restaurant & Lounge is located on the 6th floor of the Dongwon Building.

Walking from the elevator toward the restaurant, the entrance itself was so nicely decorated that it caught my eye. A fancy chandelier paired with big green plants gave off a classy feel even before stepping inside. I especially noticed the blue sign reading "Best Restaurant in Ansan" at the entrance, and it built up my expectations haha. It's a clean, sophisticated vibe, so if you're looking for a date spot, you'll love it from the entrance alone.

Full-height windows and the outdoor terrace: what the room feels like

Inside, That Man's Italian Restaurant & Lounge has marble floors and gray-toned interiors paired with floor-to-ceiling windows. Walking in, the shiny marble floor and gray interior blended together cleanly.

Above all, sunlight poured in through the big windows, making the whole space bright and pretty. During the day you get a warm, cheerful atmosphere for a meal, and in the evening the view through the windows turns into a more romantic night scene 🌃 So the vibe really changes depending on whether you come for a lunch date or a dinner date.

And there was one space at That Man's Italian Restaurant & Lounge that I especially loved — the outdoor terrace! It's decorated like a lush green garden, which is surprising to find in the middle of the city 🌿 Colorful flowers were in bloom and the floor was laid with a wooden deck, making me think it'd be wonderful to eat here on a nice day.

It offers a completely different vibe from dining indoors, so I imagine the terrace seats get popular during the nicer seasons.

There's also group seating and private rooms for those who want a more private meal, plus baby chairs are available, making it good for families too. Coat hooks were provided as well, which was nice for keeping outerwear and belongings tidy.

Tablet ordering, the wine list and the signature course

At That Man's Italian Restaurant & Lounge you order using the tablet placed at each table. It was convenient — no need to keep calling a staff member, you can browse the menu at your own pace and order from your seat.

The menu had quite a variety of options,

and there was also a separate wine menu prepared for wine lovers 🍷 With a good variety of wines available, it'd be great to pair a bottle with your meal.

There's also a signature main course set aside separately, so if you're visiting for a special occasion, going for the course menu could be a good option.

They're also running a Naver review event, so check that out if you visit!

What we ordered at That Man's, plus the bread that comes first

After some deliberation, we ordered That Man's Italian Restaurant & Lounge's best menu items — scallop anchovy oil spaghetti, medium-rare lamb chop steak — along with a pink peach highball and a blue lemon highball to drink alongside the meal.

After ordering, we waited a bit, and the pre-meal bread was brought out first.

The bread came out warm, which was great to nibble on before the main dishes arrived. The bread itself was mild and nutty, so picking at it alongside the highballs made the wait for the main dishes fly by haha.

Finally, the food we ordered arrived. With the colorful highballs and the delicious-looking dishes filling the table, it lifted my mood just looking at it haha.

How spicy is the scallop anchovy oil spaghetti?

The scallop anchovy oil spaghetti is a spicy oil pasta flavored with scallop meat and anchovy. It says spicy on the menu, but when I actually tried it, the spice level wasn't strong at all. I started with the scallop anchovy oil spaghetti.

I don't usually eat oil pasta much, so I didn't expect much, but it was surprisingly delicious. I thought a "spicy oil pasta" would be fairly hot, but it wasn't nearly as spicy as I expected.

Instead, the umami from the anchovy blended nicely with the deep flavor of the oil, making it the kind of dish where you keep reaching for another bite.

Best of all, the scallop meat was soft and plump with a chewy texture that paired really well with the pasta. The zucchini was really tasty too.

Medium-rare lamb chop steak: any gamey smell?

Next, the lamb chop steak! We asked for medium rare, and it came out cooked exactly to the doneness we wanted, and delicious.

The outside was golden and crisp while the inside was juicy and moist. Lamb often has a gamey smell that some people dislike, but I barely noticed any of that here.

The meat itself was tender and juicy, so anyone who loves lamb chops would probably be satisfied.

It also paired well with the grilled vegetable garnish served alongside. Taking a bite of the meat with the grilled vegetables added a light, savory contrast that made it even better.

Pink peach highball vs blue lemon highball: which to pick

The pink peach highball had a sweet, subtle peach aroma, while the blue lemon highball had a sharper, more refreshing taste that cleansed the palate between bites of food. The highballs we ordered to go with the meal were gorgeous just to look at. The two flavors were distinctly different, so it's worth picking based on your taste.

The pretty colors especially made for great photos alongside the food, giving the whole table an even nicer look 💕

That Man's Italian Restaurant & Lounge: the verdict

That Man's Italian Restaurant & Lounge was a place where I enjoyed not just the delicious food but the atmosphere as well. From the fancy chandelier and sophisticated interior to the sunlit window seats and the outdoor terrace that offers a bit of calm in the middle of the city, it's a great choice for a slightly special meal, like a date or an anniversary. In particular, both the lamb chop steak and the scallop anchovy oil spaghetti were delicious, so I left feeling very satisfied. If you're looking for a restaurant with a great atmosphere in Jungang-dong, Ansan, or a good spot for a date, I'd recommend That Man's Italian Restaurant & Lounge 😊

Who this Ansan Italian restaurant is for

• Anyone looking for a restaurant with a great atmosphere in Jungang-dong, Ansan
• Anyone looking for a date restaurant for a special meal with their partner
• Anyone looking for a place where the atmosphere matters, like an anniversary or a blind date
• Anyone who wants to enjoy lamb chop steak and pasta together
• Anyone who loves sunlit window seats and sophisticated interiors
• Anyone who wants to dine on an outdoor terrace on a nice day
• Anyone looking for a clean restaurant for a family meal or small gathering
• Anyone looking for a place that delivers on both food and atmosphere