# Jongno, Seoul fusion restaurant with rubber-duck omurice: Omil - By Hajin (https://superchart.com/en/@weekday-seoul-seats/) - Written Sep 11, 2026 - Local places › Restaurants › Jongno, Seoul - Sponsored: This visit was sponsored by the business. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@weekday-seoul-seats/hyehwa-omil-rubberduck-gnocchi-date/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@weekday-seoul-seats/hyehwa-omil-rubberduck-gnocchi-date/index.md) ## In short Omil Hyehwa Daehangno is a fusion Western restaurant near the Daehangno theater district in Jongno, Seoul. We added bacon cream pasta to the ₩48,700 set for two, and the cute rubber-duck omurice and crisp-chewy salmon steak gnocchi were standouts. Verdict: a friendly, delicious date-night meal worth revisiting. ## Good to know - **Set for two**: ₩48,700 - **Set includes**: 2 mains, 1 side, and 2 drinks - **Rubber-duck omurice surcharge**: +₩1,000 - **Salmon steak gnocchi surcharge**: +₩4,000 - **Weekend parking tip**: Use the nearby Korea National Open University Daehangno Headquarters parking lot or a public parking lot on weekends and public holidays. - **Review event**: One ade drink for participating *as written by the visitor on Sep 11, 2026* I visited Omil Hyehwa Daehangno, a fusion Western restaurant that has recently become a hot date-course spot in Daehangno. From the visuals to the flavor, it had Instagrammable vibes bursting everywhere, so I was really excited even before visiting. ![Introduction to Omil Hyehwa Daehangno](https://img.superchart.com/images/hyehwa-omil-rubberduck-gnocchi-date/hyehwa-omil-rubberduck-gnocchi-date-01-hrylv-900.webp) ## A Daehangno date restaurant near Hyehwa Station It is close to the theater district near Hyehwa Station, so it is wonderfully accessible for dates or get-togethers. The clean, mood-filled interior really stands out. ### Where should you park on weekends? If you are visiting on a weekend or public holiday, using the nearby Korea National Open University Daehangno Headquarters parking lot or a public lot will be much kinder to your peace of mind. I recommend the KNOU lot because you can receive a parking discount, too! There are plenty of nearby public parking lots as well! ## Omil’s menu and self-service bar ![Omil fusion Western menu](https://img.superchart.com/images/hyehwa-omil-rubberduck-gnocchi-date/hyehwa-omil-rubberduck-gnocchi-date-02-1bz53-900.webp) ![Omil fusion Western menu](https://img.superchart.com/images/hyehwa-omil-rubberduck-gnocchi-date/hyehwa-omil-rubberduck-gnocchi-date-03-15io1-900.webp) ![Omil fusion Western menu](https://img.superchart.com/images/hyehwa-omil-rubberduck-gnocchi-date/hyehwa-omil-rubberduck-gnocchi-date-04-8y0bv-900.webp) ![Omil fusion Western menu](https://img.superchart.com/images/hyehwa-omil-rubberduck-gnocchi-date/hyehwa-omil-rubberduck-gnocchi-date-05-vcqwl-900.webp) ![Omil fusion Western menu](https://img.superchart.com/images/hyehwa-omil-rubberduck-gnocchi-date/hyehwa-omil-rubberduck-gnocchi-date-06-1bz7v-900.webp) As a fusion Western-food specialist, Omil is full of familiar yet creative dishes. From its signature rubber-duck omurice to various gnocchi, pasta, and maki rolls, there is a wide range to choose from. There is also a review event, so join in and get one ade drink 🙂 ![Omil review event information](https://img.superchart.com/images/hyehwa-omil-rubberduck-gnocchi-date/hyehwa-omil-rubberduck-gnocchi-date-07-nu0wd-900.webp) ![Omil dining area](https://img.superchart.com/images/hyehwa-omil-rubberduck-gnocchi-date/hyehwa-omil-rubberduck-gnocchi-date-08-76mvj-900.webp) ![Omil dining area](https://img.superchart.com/images/hyehwa-omil-rubberduck-gnocchi-date/hyehwa-omil-rubberduck-gnocchi-date-09-1c6a0-900.webp) ![Omil self-service bar and charging area](https://img.superchart.com/images/hyehwa-omil-rubberduck-gnocchi-date/hyehwa-omil-rubberduck-gnocchi-date-10-aymca-900.webp) ![Omil self-service bar and charging area](https://img.superchart.com/images/hyehwa-omil-rubberduck-gnocchi-date/hyehwa-omil-rubberduck-gnocchi-date-11-1kz31-900.webp) The self-service bar was kept neatly organized, and phone charging was available, too! ## Adding bacon cream pasta to the set for two We ordered the bacon cream pasta in addition to the set for two. - Set for two: ₩48,700 (2 mains of your choice, 1 side, and 2 drinks) - Main 1: Rubber-duck omurice (+₩1,000) - Main 2: Salmon steak gnocchi (+₩4,000) - Side: Omil soba maki - Two drinks: Cola and orange juice - Additional à la carte dish: Bacon cream pasta ## From rubber-duck omurice to salmon gnocchi: the taste test ### What does the rubber-duck omurice taste like? ![Rubber-duck omurice](https://img.superchart.com/images/hyehwa-omil-rubberduck-gnocchi-date/hyehwa-omil-rubberduck-gnocchi-date-12-bas3p-1200.webp) The moment it arrives, the cute presentation makes you squeal! ![Rubber-duck omurice with duck decoration](https://img.superchart.com/images/hyehwa-omil-rubberduck-gnocchi-date/hyehwa-omil-rubberduck-gnocchi-date-13-1r2ho-900.webp) A duck-shaped sauce or decoration sits on top of the egg, making it perfect for photos. Inside the fluffy, soft egg omelet was moist fried rice seasoned just right. The demi-glace sauce was sweet and deeply savory, with a flavor everyone—young or old—could enjoy. ![Extra rubber-duck decoration](https://img.superchart.com/images/hyehwa-omil-rubberduck-gnocchi-date/hyehwa-omil-rubberduck-gnocchi-date-14-61ur6-900.webp) The children loved it so much, and the owner gave us one extra rubber duck so they could share without fighting. I was grateful for such thoughtful, kind service 🙏 ![Salmon steak gnocchi](https://img.superchart.com/images/hyehwa-omil-rubberduck-gnocchi-date/hyehwa-omil-rubberduck-gnocchi-date-15-gprd1-900.webp) ### Today’s best: salmon steak gnocchi If I had to choose the best dish of the day, it would absolutely be this salmon steak gnocchi! ![Crisply grilled salmon steak gnocchi](https://img.superchart.com/images/hyehwa-omil-rubberduck-gnocchi-date/hyehwa-omil-rubberduck-gnocchi-date-16-1xz9u-900.webp) ![Salmon steak gnocchi with cream sauce](https://img.superchart.com/images/hyehwa-omil-rubberduck-gnocchi-date/hyehwa-omil-rubberduck-gnocchi-date-17-1voos-900.webp) The texture of the gnocchi, crisp on the outside and chewy within, was fantastic. The cream sauce was not heavy and had a rich, nutty flavor; cutting into the nicely cooked salmon steak and eating it with the gnocchi and cream sauce made everything melt in my mouth. If you want an elegant flavor, you have to order this. ![Salmon steak gnocchi meal](https://img.superchart.com/images/hyehwa-omil-rubberduck-gnocchi-date/hyehwa-omil-rubberduck-gnocchi-date-18-1589f-900.webp) ### Omil soba maki that cut through the richness This is a side dish rolled with buckwheat noodles, or soba, instead of rice. ![Omil soba maki with buckwheat noodles](https://img.superchart.com/images/hyehwa-omil-rubberduck-gnocchi-date/hyehwa-omil-rubberduck-gnocchi-date-19-1hosf-900.webp) ![Omil soba maki side dish](https://img.superchart.com/images/hyehwa-omil-rubberduck-gnocchi-date/hyehwa-omil-rubberduck-gnocchi-date-20-hqd7g-900.webp) It was like a relief pitcher, completely cutting through the richness of the Western dishes. ![Rolled egg and soba maki](https://img.superchart.com/images/hyehwa-omil-rubberduck-gnocchi-date/hyehwa-omil-rubberduck-gnocchi-date-21-1w21f-900.webp) Fluffy rolled egg and refreshing soba came together for a clean, bright flavor. It is a special side that you absolutely need to include in the set. ![Bacon cream pasta](https://img.superchart.com/images/hyehwa-omil-rubberduck-gnocchi-date/hyehwa-omil-rubberduck-gnocchi-date-22-1pko4-900.webp) ### Rich bacon cream pasta It was loaded with thick-cut bacon, giving it an excellent texture. ![Bacon cream pasta with thick-cut bacon](https://img.superchart.com/images/hyehwa-omil-rubberduck-gnocchi-date/hyehwa-omil-rubberduck-gnocchi-date-23-3d6dw-900.webp) ![Bacon pasta with rich cream sauce](https://img.superchart.com/images/hyehwa-omil-rubberduck-gnocchi-date/hyehwa-omil-rubberduck-gnocchi-date-24-zzrw5-900.webp) The thick, rich cream sauce clung beautifully to the pasta, so cream-pasta lovers cannot help but be satisfied. We enjoyed it deliciously without getting tired of it right through to the last bite. ## Final thoughts on this Daehangno date meal I came to Omil Hyehwa Daehangno for the cute visuals and left won over by flavor and quality that exceeded my expectations. The whole restaurant was bright, and the staff were kind, making it a great choice for a date or a gathering with friends. If you are looking for special, delicious fusion Western food in Daehangno, I strongly recommend visiting at least once! Will I return? 100% ## Where it is - Omil Hyehwa Daehangno (오밀 혜화 대학로) (오밀 혜화 대학로) - 35 Daemyeong-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea - 서울특별시 종로구 대명길 35 2층 - 37.5829626, 126.9997222 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EC%98%A4%EB%B0%80%20%ED%98%9C%ED%99%94%20%EB%8C%80%ED%95%99%EB%A1%9C/@37.5829626,126.9997222,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@weekday-seoul-seats/hyehwa-omil-rubberduck-gnocchi-date/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt