Sukiyaki dinner set for two in Mapo, Seoul: Okjoban Gongdeok Station

Looking for a nice-atmosphere dinner spot near Gongdeok Station, I ended up visiting Okjoban Gongdeok Station branch.

I'd been here before but had shabu-shabu that time, so this time I tried the sukiyaki instead.

Even at the same restaurant, switching menus makes for a completely different experience — so I think this could work well for anyone looking for a Gongdeok Station date restaurant.

With the Dinner B set, I got sukiyaki beef with various vegetables and even kimchi fried rice at the end. It's still delicious, the place is clean and the staff are kind — a Gongdeok Station restaurant I can easily recommend.

How to get to Okjoban Gongdeok Station, plus hours and parking

Okjoban Gongdeok Station branch has a prime location, less than a minute's walk from exits 7, 9 or 10 of Gongdeok Station. The address is 92 Mapo-daero, Mapo-gu, Seoul, 1F of Hyosung Harrington Square.

If you're coming from exit 7, just turn right as you exit and head into the street on the inside.

It's a fairly new restaurant, so it has a clean, tidy feel. The exterior color really stands out, so it's easy to spot as you pass by.

Okjoban Gongdeok Station opening hours

• Open daily from 11:00 am to 10:00 pm
• Weekday break time from 3:00 to 5:00 pm
• Lunch last order at 2:00 pm, dinner last order at 9:00 pm
• No lunch set on weekends and holidays — dinner pricing applies

Where to park at Hyosung Harrington Square

If you're driving, you can use the Hyosung Harrington Square parking lot. Get your parking validated at the restaurant after your meal and it's free.

What is the Okjoban Gongdeok Station branch like inside?

The restaurant has a clean, antique feel with a salon-like vibe, giving off an upscale impression.

Table spacing is generous, making for a comfortable environment, and on the right side near the window there's semi-room-style seating for four, where you can enjoy your meal at a more leisurely pace.

What comes with the Dinner B sukiyaki set at 22,900 won per person

This time at Okjoban Gongdeok Station branch, I ordered the Dinner B set sukiyaki with beef. It's ₩22,900 per person, so ₩45,800 total for two.

It comes with US beef eye of round, fresh vegetables, raw egg, ginkgo nuts, konjac, and tofu, and you can choose kimchi fried rice or yaki-udon as your final dish.

Being able to enjoy meat and vegetables together makes it a pretty substantial dinner option. The staff cooked it for us almost right up until we started eating, so we could just relax and enjoy the meal.

How is sukiyaki broth different from shabu-shabu?

Shabu-shabu and sukiyaki might look similar, but the vibe is actually quite different once you eat them.

Sukiyaki has a sweet, savory soy-based broth that soaks into the ingredients, giving you a rich flavor.

The beef eye of round wasn't too thick, so it was easy to cook, and eating it with the sweet broth made it go down smoothly.

Dipping the sukiyaki in the raw egg especially softens the salty flavor even more.

Can you refill the vegetables at Okjoban?

The sukiyaki at Okjoban Gongdeok Station branch comes with not just meat but a variety of vegetables. Fresh vegetables along with konjac, tofu, and ginkgo nuts are included, so there's fun in picking out different ingredients while eating the meat.

And refills are possible — I got my first refill in the red box, and a second refill in the black box.

Part of the charm of sukiyaki is that the broth soaks fully into each ingredient, giving each one a different texture and flavor.

Rather than just eating meat the whole time, having vegetables and tofu together made the meal feel a bit more filling and varied.

Finishing with mozzarella kimchi fried rice for 3,000 won extra

Once you've eaten enough of the sukiyaki, you get to choose your finishing dish — a hearty, filling way to end the meal.

This time I could choose between kimchi fried rice and yaki-udon, and I paid an extra ₩3,000 for the mozzarella kimchi fried rice.

Starting with meat and vegetables and finishing with a full meal like this meant nothing was missing from the experience.

Is Okjoban a good dinner and date spot near Gongdeok Station?

If you're looking for somewhere around Gongdeok Station to enjoy a meal and a date together, Okjoban Gongdeok branch — with its all-you-can-eat sukiyaki or shabu-shabu options — is worth checking out.

The food is delicious, everyone was kind, and the location is especially convenient. The upscale, quiet atmosphere is great for slow meals with conversation. It's a place worth considering when looking for a Gongdeok Station restaurant or date spot.

Okjoban Gongdeok Station menu and prices at a glance

Here's a summary table of Okjoban Gongdeok branch's menu items and prices for you to check before visiting.