# Pork jowl toomba pasta with dad at Pasta Trio, Seocho, Seoul - By Damu (https://superchart.com/en/@the-restaurant-pin/) - Written Sep 6, 2026 - Local places › Restaurants › Seocho, Seoul - Sponsored: This post is based on a meal provided by the restaurant. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@the-restaurant-pin/nonhyeon-pasta-trio-pork-jowl-toowoomba/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@the-restaurant-pin/nonhyeon-pasta-trio-pork-jowl-toowoomba/index.md) ## In short Pasta Trio is an Italian pasta restaurant on Gangnam-daero between Nonhyeon Station and Express Bus Terminal Station in Seocho, Seoul. A large pork jowl toomba pasta and a seasonal fruit ricotta salad (₩15,000) made for a satisfying lunch with dad, the rich toomba sauce never turning heavy enough to leave him a single bite. With no parking and a weekday break time to plan around, it's a solid pick for a day you want a proper sit-down meal. ## Good to know - **Seasonal fruit ricotta salad**: ₩15,000 - **Parking**: Not available, public transit recommended - **Location**: Walkable from both Nonhyeon Station and Express Bus Terminal Station - **Ordering**: Table QR ordering with photos - **Visit tip**: On weekdays, arrive before 2pm — break time waits can run over an hour - **Seating**: Indoor tables plus an outdoor terrace *as written by the visitor on Sep 6, 2026* ![Cover photo from a visit to Pasta Trio near Nonhyeon Station](https://img.superchart.com/images/nonhyeon-pasta-trio-pork-jowl-toowoomba/nonhyeon-pasta-trio-pork-jowl-toowoomba-01-1w3rt-1200.webp) I had some business near Nonhyeon Station with my dad, so we stopped by Pasta Trio, which I'd heard was a real hit. The vibe was calmer than I expected and the place was packed, so I figured this really must be one of those genuine Express Bus Terminal Station favorites. ![Pasta Trio's interior packed with customers](https://img.superchart.com/images/nonhyeon-pasta-trio-pork-jowl-toowoomba/nonhyeon-pasta-trio-pork-jowl-toowoomba-02-rj1ca-966.webp) ![Pasta Trio's calm-toned dining hall](https://img.superchart.com/images/nonhyeon-pasta-trio-pork-jowl-toowoomba/nonhyeon-pasta-trio-pork-jowl-toowoomba-03-1auzt-966.webp) ![General view of Pasta Trio's interior](https://img.superchart.com/images/nonhyeon-pasta-trio-pork-jowl-toowoomba/nonhyeon-pasta-trio-pork-jowl-toowoomba-04-1x0pk-966.webp) ![Table and seating layout at Pasta Trio](https://img.superchart.com/images/nonhyeon-pasta-trio-pork-jowl-toowoomba/nonhyeon-pasta-trio-pork-jowl-toowoomba-05-1lx82-966.webp) ## Italian ingredients packed onto shelves by the entrance Right by the entrance, shelves are lined with wine, pasta noodles, canned goods and other Italian ingredients. It was fun to browse before sitting down. ![Wine and Italian ingredients displayed on entrance shelves](https://img.superchart.com/images/nonhyeon-pasta-trio-pork-jowl-toowoomba/nonhyeon-pasta-trio-pork-jowl-toowoomba-06-17g3d-966.webp) ![Shelf display of pasta noodles and canned goods](https://img.superchart.com/images/nonhyeon-pasta-trio-pork-jowl-toowoomba/nonhyeon-pasta-trio-pork-jowl-toowoomba-07-1itty-966.webp) The lighting was soft and the tables were spaced generously, so we could chat without worrying about the next table over. Pasta Trio also has outdoor seating, and on a nice spring or fall day the terrace seats looked like they'd be great. Next time I come back, I want to sit outside. ## What's on the Pasta Trio menu? ![Pasta Trio's menu board](https://img.superchart.com/images/nonhyeon-pasta-trio-pork-jowl-toowoomba/nonhyeon-pasta-trio-pork-jowl-toowoomba-08-2bck5-966.webp) ![Pasta menu listing oil, cream and rosé options](https://img.superchart.com/images/nonhyeon-pasta-trio-pork-jowl-toowoomba/nonhyeon-pasta-trio-pork-jowl-toowoomba-09-1d9ay-966.webp) With oil, cream, rosé and tomato-based pastas, plus paccheri, gnocchi and even steak, there's plenty to pick from depending on your mood. Ordering is done via table QR with photos, so even unfamiliar dishes are easy to choose. ## Still thinking about that pork jowl toomba ![Table set and ready while waiting on the order](https://img.superchart.com/images/nonhyeon-pasta-trio-pork-jowl-toowoomba/nonhyeon-pasta-trio-pork-jowl-toowoomba-10-1hl37-966.webp) ![Table QR ordering screen at Pasta Trio](https://img.superchart.com/images/nonhyeon-pasta-trio-pork-jowl-toowoomba/nonhyeon-pasta-trio-pork-jowl-toowoomba-11-yv3si-966.webp) Dad ordered the large pork jowl toomba pasta, and I got the seasonal fruit ricotta salad. ![Pork jowl toomba pasta topped with cheese and soft-boiled egg](https://img.superchart.com/images/nonhyeon-pasta-trio-pork-jowl-toowoomba/nonhyeon-pasta-trio-pork-jowl-toowoomba-12-m6ol6-966.webp) When the pork jowl toomba pasta arrived, it grabbed my eyes right away. Cheese piled up like snow, a soft-boiled egg on top, and thick slices of pork jowl. ![Thick toomba sauce with hearty slices of pork jowl](https://img.superchart.com/images/nonhyeon-pasta-trio-pork-jowl-toowoomba/nonhyeon-pasta-trio-pork-jowl-toowoomba-13-19t3b-966.webp) The toomba sauce was thick and rich, but not as heavy as I expected, so we never got tired of it even to the last bite. I felt like I'd really found a good pasta spot near Nonhyeon Station. ![Plate of pork jowl toomba pasta wiped completely clean](https://img.superchart.com/images/nonhyeon-pasta-trio-pork-jowl-toowoomba/nonhyeon-pasta-trio-pork-jowl-toowoomba-14-19edy-966.webp) Dad cleaned his plate completely. No further explanation needed — that alone proves Pasta Trio is good, right? Definitely order this one. ## The ricotta salad changes with the season The seasonal fruit ricotta salad (₩15,000) I had came with melon that day. About five thick-cut melon slices were arranged with a generous scoop of house-made ricotta cheese piled in the center. ![Seasonal fruit salad with melon and house-made ricotta cheese](https://img.superchart.com/images/nonhyeon-pasta-trio-pork-jowl-toowoomba/nonhyeon-pasta-trio-pork-jowl-toowoomba-15-5kl1j-966.webp) The vegetables were nice and crisp, and the sliced almonds added a good crunch. The ricotta was nutty and rich, balanced by the sweet-tart melon, which made it perfect for resetting my palate between bites of pasta. ![Ricotta salad plate topped with sliced almonds](https://img.superchart.com/images/nonhyeon-pasta-trio-pork-jowl-toowoomba/nonhyeon-pasta-trio-pork-jowl-toowoomba-16-b46zt-966.webp) I ordered it deliberately since I was trying to eat light, and after finishing it I felt like it was a good call. The portion was bigger than I expected, so it was filling too. Since the fruit in Pasta Trio's ricotta salad changes with the season, I found myself curious what would show up next time. ## Saved as my go-to pasta spot near Nonhyeon Station ![Table at Pasta Trio after finishing the meal](https://img.superchart.com/images/nonhyeon-pasta-trio-pork-jowl-toowoomba/nonhyeon-pasta-trio-pork-jowl-toowoomba-17-10e16-966.webp) Having come to Pasta Trio myself, I could see exactly why it's known both as a Nonhyeon Station pasta spot and an Express Bus Terminal Station favorite. The menu is solid and the atmosphere is good, making it the right place for a day you want a proper meal. ![Outdoor terrace tables at Pasta Trio](https://img.superchart.com/images/nonhyeon-pasta-trio-pork-jowl-toowoomba/nonhyeon-pasta-trio-pork-jowl-toowoomba-18-1a1h8-966.webp) ![Pasta Trio's exterior along Gangnam-daero](https://img.superchart.com/images/nonhyeon-pasta-trio-pork-jowl-toowoomba/nonhyeon-pasta-trio-pork-jowl-toowoomba-19-2g8rq-966.webp) ### Be sure to check parking and break time The one downside is that there's no parking, but you can walk in from either Nonhyeon Station or Express Bus Terminal Station using public transit. If you're visiting on a weekday, it's best to get there before 2pm. If you get caught in break time, you might end up waiting more than an hour. ![Street view in front of Pasta Trio](https://img.superchart.com/images/nonhyeon-pasta-trio-pork-jowl-toowoomba/nonhyeon-pasta-trio-pork-jowl-toowoomba-20-1uajr-966.webp) ![View near the entrance of Pasta Trio](https://img.superchart.com/images/nonhyeon-pasta-trio-pork-jowl-toowoomba/nonhyeon-pasta-trio-pork-jowl-toowoomba-21-x4nfs-966.webp) ![Pasta Trio's signboard near Nonhyeon Station](https://img.superchart.com/images/nonhyeon-pasta-trio-pork-jowl-toowoomba/nonhyeon-pasta-trio-pork-jowl-toowoomba-22-1i0l2-966.webp) ![Standing outside Pasta Trio after the meal](https://img.superchart.com/images/nonhyeon-pasta-trio-pork-jowl-toowoomba/nonhyeon-pasta-trio-pork-jowl-toowoomba-23-10w9u-966.webp) Dad enjoyed his meal so much that it made the whole visit even more satisfying. Next time I'm in the area, I'd love to stop by again and try more of the menu. ## Where it is - Pasta Trio (파스타 트리오) - 545-15 Gangnam-daero, Mijoo Building 102, Seocho-gu, Seoul, South Korea - 서울특별시 서초구 강남대로 545-15 미주빌딩 102호 - 37.5101712, 127.0204419 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%ED%8C%8C%EC%8A%A4%ED%83%80%20%ED%8A%B8%EB%A6%AC%EC%98%A4/@37.5101712,127.0204419,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@the-restaurant-pin/nonhyeon-pasta-trio-pork-jowl-toowoomba/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt