Sharosu-gil bar in Seoul: beef tendon hot pot at Hwarong Jujeom

I love hunting down bars with great atmosphere where I can relax over good food and a drink 👏

This time I finally visited Hwarong Jujeom, a fusion bar and grill on Sharosu-gil near Seoul National University that's easy to get to and known for its stylish interior and excellent side dishes. Here's my honest review!

Where is Hwarong Jujeom? Sharosu-gil, between Seoul National Univ. and Nakseongdae Stations

Hwarong Jujeom is a bar and grill on Sharosu-gil, at 82 Gwanak-ro 14-gil, Gwanak-gu, Seoul, 1st floor, South Korea. It sits right between Seoul National University Station and Nakseongdae Station on Line 2, so it's convenient to reach from either direction ✨

The bold, eye-catching red-lit sign is visible from far away, so even though it was my first visit, I found the place easily without getting lost.

What is the atmosphere like inside Hwarong Jujeom?

Stepping inside, the space turned out to be longer and more open than I expected, so it felt comfortable rather than cramped for a drink. The overall interior is anchored by soft, calm dim lighting, which creates a mood that's lively enough without being too loud or distracting — cozy is the word ☺️

Bars that are too bright and crowded can make it hard to focus on conversation, but Hwarong Jujeom's calm lighting and cozy atmosphere made it a perfect spot to sit across from each other and talk over drinks. Anyone looking to avoid a noisy scene and spend a comfortable evening would love this place 👍

How does the 24,900-won hanwoo beef tendon hot pot taste?

The signature pressure-cooked gopdori-tang was on nearly every other table and kept catching my eye, so I was really curious about it, but —

that day I was craving something clear and hot to warm me up, so after some thought I ordered the hanwoo suji suyuk jeongol (beef tendon and boiled meat hot pot, ₩24,900) with a chilled bottle of soju! When the pot arrived, I noticed the center was scooped out, holding a generous amount of clear, rich broth.

I later asked staff and was surprised to learn the broth can be refilled for free. It's a clear, pale meat broth — not just mild, but the moment the spoon hits your tongue there's a deep savoriness that hits you, honestly heavenly for curing a hangover 🥣

Chewy tendon and 2–3mm slices of boiled pork

In the center of the pot were fresh chives, enoki mushrooms, and a generous heap of plump, chewy suji (beef tendon). Suji is a cartilage cut that can easily turn hard or tough if mishandled, but Hwarong Jujeom's suji had no gamy smell at all — it was soft to bite yet wonderfully chewy.

The meat was sliced thin, about 2-3mm, and tender, so it felt light and healthy rather than heavy, like a proper hot pot with boiled meat. The premium hanwoo suji and the clean, soft boiled meat came together seamlessly for a harmonious flavor 🥩

One spoonful of the broth and I thought, "this isn't fair" — it practically demanded a shot of soju, a magic hangover-curing side dish if there ever was one 🍶 It was also the perfect chaser after a cold beer, easing smoothly into soju!

Honest verdict on Hwarong Jujeom after eating there

• Located in the heart of Sharosu-gil, very accessible by public transit
• Cozy, calm interior that's great for real conversation
• Hanwoo suji suyuk jeongol with a deep savoriness that won't let you put your spoon down
• Generous broth portion plus refills, perfect alongside soju

If you're looking for a bar near Sharosu-gil with a great atmosphere and food quality to match, don't overthink it — head to Hwarong Jujeom for a warm hot pot and a glass of soju. Highly recommend 👏