# Cheongpa-dong Korean BBQ with weekend Naver booking: Muttuk Sookdae - By Eunseong (https://superchart.com/en/@weekday-banchan-round/) - Written Sep 18, 2026 - Local places › Restaurants › Yongsan, Seoul - Sponsored: This post was written as part of a sponsored on-site restaurant visit. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@weekday-banchan-round/mudduk-sookdae-samgyeopsal-doenjang-jjigae/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@weekday-banchan-round/mudduk-sookdae-samgyeopsal-doenjang-jjigae/index.md) ## In short Muttuk Sookdae Main Branch is a Korean BBQ restaurant in Cheongpa-dong, Yongsan, Seoul, a 3-minute walk from Sookdae Station Exit 10. On a weekend evening after 6pm, a Naver reservation covered thick pork neck for two (300g, 36,000 won), 180g pork belly (18,000 won) and Muttuk's signature doenjang jjigae (soybean paste stew, 8,000 won) with soju, with a server grilling every cut from start to finish. Corkage is free and the ventilation is strong enough that no smoke smell clung to clothes, which was the best part of the meal. ## Good to know - **Address**: 1st floor, 289 Cheongpa-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul - **Hours**: Daily 11:30 - 23:00 - **Getting there**: 3-minute walk into the side street from Sookdae Station Exit 10 - **Pork belly**: 180g, 18,000 won - **Thick pork neck**: 300g for two, 36,000 won - **Muttuk signature doenjang jjigae**: 8,000 won - **Free extra**: Steamed egg (gyeranjjim) for visits before 5:30pm or after 8pm - **Corkage**: Corkage free; glasses and openers provided - **Pets**: Dogs welcome if kept in a carrier - **Parking**: Cheongpa-dong Community Center public lot (paid) - **Reservations**: Check Catch Table or book through Naver - **Also**: High chairs available *as written by the visitor on Sep 18, 2026* ![Meat spread at Muttuk Sookdae Main Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/mudduk-sookdae-samgyeopsal-doenjang-jjigae/mudduk-sookdae-samgyeopsal-doenjang-jjigae-01-1i6m5-900.webp) Meeting up with Yoonsang again after a while, haha. Maybe it's an age thing, but lately I keep craving meat. I never used to eat out for BBQ much, but once again, without fail, I found myself heading out for meat. We headed to a popular BBQ spot near Sookdae Station: Muttuk Sookdae Main Branch. Walking out of Exit 10 and about 3 minutes toward the alley, it appeared right away. Super close to the station, which was great for getting there — a real find of a meat restaurant. ![Exterior and entrance of Muttuk Sookdae Main Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/mudduk-sookdae-samgyeopsal-doenjang-jjigae/mudduk-sookdae-samgyeopsal-doenjang-jjigae-02-owni0-1200.webp) > Muttuk Sookdae Main Branch / 289 Cheongpa-ro, 1st floor, Yongsan-gu, Seoul / Daily 11:30 - 23:00 ## Inside Muttuk Sookdae Main Branch: corkage free and dogs allowed in carriers Walking into Muttuk Sookdae Main Branch, the spacious, clean interior catches your eye right away. Big windows were open, giving good airflow so the meat smell didn't cling to our clothes — loved that, haha. ![Spacious, clean interior of Muttuk Sookdae Main Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/mudduk-sookdae-samgyeopsal-doenjang-jjigae/mudduk-sookdae-samgyeopsal-doenjang-jjigae-03-1btdp-900.webp) ![BBQ restaurant hall with large open windows](https://img.superchart.com/images/mudduk-sookdae-samgyeopsal-doenjang-jjigae/mudduk-sookdae-samgyeopsal-doenjang-jjigae-04-1vzhq-900.webp) ![Table layout at Muttuk Sookdae Main Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/mudduk-sookdae-samgyeopsal-doenjang-jjigae/mudduk-sookdae-samgyeopsal-doenjang-jjigae-05-gjyds-900.webp) The pleasant atmosphere made it seem like a great spot for group gatherings around Cheongpa-dong and Namyeong-dong, and with baby chairs on hand, families could also visit comfortably. ![Seating suited for group gatherings](https://img.superchart.com/images/mudduk-sookdae-samgyeopsal-doenjang-jjigae/mudduk-sookdae-samgyeopsal-doenjang-jjigae-06-1e3ji-900.webp) ![Overview of the dining hall at Muttuk Sookdae Main Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/mudduk-sookdae-samgyeopsal-doenjang-jjigae/mudduk-sookdae-samgyeopsal-doenjang-jjigae-07-wuiqd-900.webp) ![The restaurant with weekend evening guests](https://img.superchart.com/images/mudduk-sookdae-samgyeopsal-doenjang-jjigae/mudduk-sookdae-samgyeopsal-doenjang-jjigae-08-17clk-900.webp) ![Table and grill setup at the BBQ restaurant](https://img.superchart.com/images/mudduk-sookdae-samgyeopsal-doenjang-jjigae/mudduk-sookdae-samgyeopsal-doenjang-jjigae-09-1c22l-900.webp) We visited past 6pm on a weekend evening and there were already plenty of groups. Since this place is popular, checking Catch Table beforehand or booking through Naver Reservation lets you skip the wait (we registered ahead through Naver Reservation too). ![Mouthwash and blanket provided at the restaurant](https://img.superchart.com/images/mudduk-sookdae-samgyeopsal-doenjang-jjigae/mudduk-sookdae-samgyeopsal-doenjang-jjigae-10-1bmet-900.webp) *Such a thoughtful touch — even mouthwash and a blanket! Truly fitting for a spot near a women's university.* Also, one of the big perks here is that it's a corkage-free restaurant! They're happy to set out glasses or an opener, so bringing along a wine or traditional liquor you like would go really well. I should sneak in one of my favorites next time, haha. For reference, dogs are welcome if you bring a carrier, and for parking, you can use the nearby Cheongpa-dong Community Center public parking lot (paid) — worth keeping in mind. ## Muttuk Sookdae menu and the free steamed egg time slots Muttuk Sookdae Main Branch's signature dish is the limited-run matcha galbi (matcha-marinated short ribs). This is the Sookdae-area restaurant that was also featured on SBS's Live Today morning show — the segment seems to have shown off the signature matcha galbi. ![Menu board at Muttuk Sookdae Main Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/mudduk-sookdae-samgyeopsal-doenjang-jjigae/mudduk-sookdae-samgyeopsal-doenjang-jjigae-11-14np4-900.webp) ![Menu board listing the Korean pork mixed set and side dishes](https://img.superchart.com/images/mudduk-sookdae-samgyeopsal-doenjang-jjigae/mudduk-sookdae-samgyeopsal-doenjang-jjigae-12-1n0dd-900.webp) Beyond the signature limited matcha galbi, there's also a Korean pork mixed set with pork belly, pork neck, and skirt meat, a beef mixed set, and a solid range of side dishes. The meat dishes sit in the high-teens-thousand-won range, which felt like pretty good value for a premium grill-for-you BBQ spot. - Pork belly 180g - ₩18,000 - Thick pork neck for two 300g - ₩36,000 - Muttuk Ilpum Doenjang Jjigae - ₩8,000 They especially offer a free steamed egg (gyeranjjim) to guests who visit before 5:30pm or after 8pm, so timing your visit right means snagging a tasty side dish too — such a great find. ## Thick pork neck for two, pork belly and doenjang jjigae with soju: honest review What we ordered at Muttuk Sookdae Main Branch was the thick pork neck for two and pork belly. I was curious about the seasoned matcha galbi from the broadcast too, but since it was our first visit, I wanted to check out the raw meat's natural condition and juiciness first, so we went with the plain unseasoned cuts. ![Raw thick pork neck and pork belly that were ordered](https://img.superchart.com/images/mudduk-sookdae-samgyeopsal-doenjang-jjigae/mudduk-sookdae-samgyeopsal-doenjang-jjigae-13-1atae-900.webp) ![Plate of thickly sliced pork neck](https://img.superchart.com/images/mudduk-sookdae-samgyeopsal-doenjang-jjigae/mudduk-sookdae-samgyeopsal-doenjang-jjigae-14-g8i4n-900.webp) On top of that, we added a hearty doenjang jjigae and a bottle of soju to drink alongside the meal! ![Side dishes served alongside the meat](https://img.superchart.com/images/mudduk-sookdae-samgyeopsal-doenjang-jjigae/mudduk-sookdae-samgyeopsal-doenjang-jjigae-15-yque0-900.webp) ![Soju enjoyed as an accompanying drink](https://img.superchart.com/images/mudduk-sookdae-samgyeopsal-doenjang-jjigae/mudduk-sookdae-samgyeopsal-doenjang-jjigae-16-1dln7-900.webp) ### Staff grill every cut from start to finish at Muttuk Sookdae The most convenient thing about Muttuk is that the server grills all the meat on the pan themselves, start to finish. While the thick pork neck and belly turn golden brown, all you have to do is relax, chat, and eat. ![Pork neck and pork belly grilling on the pan](https://img.superchart.com/images/mudduk-sookdae-samgyeopsal-doenjang-jjigae/mudduk-sookdae-samgyeopsal-doenjang-jjigae-17-7r1f4-900.webp) For the thick pork neck, I tried the first bite dipped lightly in salt to taste it in its natural state — the juiciness and tenderness passed with flying colors. ![A piece of thick pork neck dipped in salt](https://img.superchart.com/images/mudduk-sookdae-samgyeopsal-doenjang-jjigae/mudduk-sookdae-samgyeopsal-doenjang-jjigae-18-chiku-900.webp) ![Cross-section of golden-brown grilled pork neck](https://img.superchart.com/images/mudduk-sookdae-samgyeopsal-doenjang-jjigae/mudduk-sookdae-samgyeopsal-doenjang-jjigae-19-zeybn-900.webp) For the pork belly, layering it with the accompanying scallion salad, white kimchi, and wasabi to your taste brought out a clean, satisfying richness without any greasiness. ![Pork belly topped with scallion salad and white kimchi](https://img.superchart.com/images/mudduk-sookdae-samgyeopsal-doenjang-jjigae/mudduk-sookdae-samgyeopsal-doenjang-jjigae-20-gumnt-900.webp) ![A bite of pork belly combined with side dishes](https://img.superchart.com/images/mudduk-sookdae-samgyeopsal-doenjang-jjigae/mudduk-sookdae-samgyeopsal-doenjang-jjigae-21-1np88-900.webp) ### How good is Muttuk's signature doenjang jjigae? The doenjang jjigae was packed with tofu and vegetables, making for a hearty bowl, ![Muttuk Ilpum Doenjang Jjigae packed with tofu and vegetables](https://img.superchart.com/images/mudduk-sookdae-samgyeopsal-doenjang-jjigae/mudduk-sookdae-samgyeopsal-doenjang-jjigae-22-kcdls-900.webp) with exactly the sharp, slightly spicy flavor you want from a BBQ restaurant's doenjang jjigae, which completely cut through the richness of the pork belly. ![Table spread with doenjang jjigae and soju](https://img.superchart.com/images/mudduk-sookdae-samgyeopsal-doenjang-jjigae/mudduk-sookdae-samgyeopsal-doenjang-jjigae-23-1ka95-900.webp) A perfect match as an accompaniment to soju! ## Verdict on Muttuk Sookdae Main Branch, a grill-for-you BBQ near Sookdae Station Muttuk Sookdae Main Branch was a great place to drop by anytime near Sookdae Station Exit 10, whether you're looking for a pleasant, spacious BBQ restaurant or just want to enjoy meat without grilling it yourself. With the server's friendly grilling service, the corkage-free perk, and the good ventilation that meant no smell worries, both Yoonsang and I had a satisfying meal. Next time I'll time it right to grab the free steamed egg, and I definitely need to try the signature matcha galbi that had me curious. Being near Seoul Station, it's a perfect spot to meet friends, so I think I'll be back often! ## Where it is - Muttuk Sookdae Main Branch (무뚝 숙대본점) - 289 Cheongpa-ro, 1st floor, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, South Korea - 서울특별시 용산구 청파로 289 1층 - 37.5453077, 126.9701228 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EB%AC%B4%EB%9A%9D%20%EC%88%99%EB%8C%80%EB%B3%B8%EC%A0%90/@37.5453077,126.9701228,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@weekday-banchan-round/mudduk-sookdae-samgyeopsal-doenjang-jjigae/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt