Indian restaurant date dinner in Seodaemun, Seoul: Meno Kamena

Lately, I was thinking about a special dinner to cheer up Malangko, who has been busy and worn out, so we headed to Sinchon. We wanted a mood lift from delicious food and a date in an exotic setting, and the place we chose was Meno Kamena Sinchon Branch! It was such a satisfying visit, with authentic Indian and Nepali dishes made by local chefs with more than 10 years of experience 👀

Close to Sinchon Station, plus parking information

Meno Kamena Sinchon Branch is located between Sinchon Station and Yonsei University Intersection, so it was incredibly easy to reach by public transportation.

Right in central Sinchon, it was also perfect for a date itinerary: finish a delicious meal, then head to Yonsei-ro or a nearby atmospheric café!

If you drive, you can use the nearby Changgungcheon Church parking lot. The first hour is free, so you can visit comfortably without parking stress. (After that, it is ₩2,000 per 30 minutes.)

The moment we stepped inside, the clean yet distinctly exotic interior, full of Indian and Nepali character, caught my eye.

The space was roomy and the tables were generously spaced, so it looked very suitable for a Sinchon date, a friends' gathering, or even a large company dinner!

Overall, it had such a cozy, comfortable atmosphere—just right for a happy meal over quiet conversation.

What comes in the set for two?

The most popular choice here is definitely the set menu for two (₩50,000).

It is a generously packed set that lets you enjoy curry, naan, tandoori dishes, salad, and drinks all at once, so we ordered it without hesitation. I heard it is especially popular with nearby students and office workers because lunch is available at an even better price!

First to arrive were warm chicken mushroom soup and a fresh green salad.

The smooth soup, rich with mushroom flavor, warmed us up before the meal, while the crisp, refreshing salad really awakened our appetites! Haha.

Next came samosas, Indian-style dumplings.

The light, spicy filling tucked inside the crisp fried pastry was lovely dipped into sweet chili sauce—such a treat.

The tandoori chicken and king prawns that arrived as the mains were cooked in an authentic clay oven. They were mild on the outside and juicy within, and I could not help but be impressed.

The plump king prawns in particular had an impressively springy texture and deep flavor!

Putting the tandoori chicken and king prawns over a little curry sauce doubled the flavor—an absolute dream pairing.

Prawn makhani curry and garlic naan together

For the set's highlight curry, we chose prawn makhani curry.

It brought together fresh prawns, soft cream, and tomato sauce. It was not overpowering, yet it had the deep, rich flavors of the region, so I immediately understood why people recommend this place for curry. When I scooped into it, it was generously filled with big, plump prawns; that bouncy bite was seriously a work of art every time!

The garlic naan, baked to order in an authentic clay oven (tandoor), was so hot that steam rose as we tore it by hand.

Dipping the chewy naan, gently scented with garlic, deeply into the smooth prawn makhani curry made for a perfect pairing: the nutty richness of the cream curry and the fragrance of garlic naan came together beautifully!

After we finished the naan, another unmissable treat was piling curry over the warm white rice served alongside and mixing it all together. It had a different kind of mildness from the naan, and we scraped up every last spoonful!

The lassi and mango lassi we had with the meal were perfect too. The cool, sweet-tangy mango lassi cleared away any heaviness in the mouth and made a wonderful finish to the course!

Naver reservation photo-review discount and final thoughts

Meno Kamena Sinchon Branch had the perfect trio: delicious food, kind service, and a warm atmosphere.

It was such a rewarding evening because even tired Malangko seemed re-energized after the delicious Indian food. If you are looking for a different restaurant in Sinchon or a reliable Sinchon date course, save it on Naver Map and make sure to visit.

One helpful tip before you go: I strongly recommend using Naver Reservation! Reserve, visit, write at least one photo review, and show it to a staff member when paying to receive 5% off the total bill. Definitely remember it and enjoy your meal for less~!! Haha.