Donstar돈스타 숯불구이

Charcoal-grilled pork with private rooms near Jayang Station

Donstar is a charcoal-grilled pork restaurant on the 1st floor of 8 Neungdong-ro 6-gil, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul, a 5-minute walk (300 m) from Jayang Station Exit 1. At Donstar, grilled cuts such as pork belly and pork neck cost ₩18,000–₩19,000, meals such as stews and cold noodles cost ₩6,000–₩8,000, and steamed egg and rice balls cost ₩4,000. Donstar is open Tuesday to Thursday 16:30–22:00 and Friday to Sunday 11:30–22:00 (break time 14:30–16:30), and is closed on Mondays.

Today
Tue–Thu 16:30–22:00 · Fri 11:30–22:00 · Sat, Sun 11:30–22:00
Getting there
Jayang Station Exit 1 · 5-min walk (300m)
Prices
Charcoal Grill ₩18,000–₩19,000 · Stews & Noodles ₩6,000–₩8,000
Try
Pork Belly (Samgyeopsal) ₩18,000Jjolsuni ₩8,000Not-for-Everyone Spicy "Fire Cold Noodles" (Bul-naengmyeon) ₩8,000

Key facts

Address
1F, 8 Neungdong-ro 6-gil, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul (Donstar)서울 광진구 능동로6길 8 1층 돈스타
Nearest station
Jayang Station Exit 1 · 5-min walk (300m)
Opening hours
Tue–Thu16:30–22:00last order 20:50Fri11:30–22:00break 14:30–16:30Sat, Sun11:30–22:00break 14:30–16:30last order 20:50Closed Mon
Phone
02-456-8592
Reservations
Accepted · groups welcome
Parking
Available
Amenities
Wi-Fi · Takeout · Waiting area · High chairs · Mobile payment
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Menu & prices

11 items · as listed Oct 2026

Charcoal Grill₩18,000–₩19,000

  • Pork Belly (Samgyeopsal)삼겹살₩18,000
  • Whole Pork Skirt (Tong-galmaegisal)통갈매기살₩19,000
  • Pork Neck (Moksal)목살₩18,000
  • Pork Jowl (Hangjeongsal)항정살₩19,000

Stews & Noodles₩6,000–₩8,000

  • Jjolsuni쫄순이₩8,000
  • Spicy Soft Tofu Stew (Sundubu-jjigae)얼큰 순두부찌개₩7,000
  • Spicy Kimchi Knife-Cut Noodle Soup (Kimchi Kalguksu)칼칼 김치칼국수₩6,000
  • Not-for-Everyone Spicy "Fire Cold Noodles" (Bul-naengmyeon)아무나 못먹는 매운 "불냉면"₩8,000
  • Cold Noodles in Broth / Spicy Mixed Cold Noodles (Mul / Bibim Naengmyeon)물/비빔냉면₩7,000

Sides₩4,000

  • Pudding Steamed Egg (Gyeranjjim)푸딩 계란찜₩4,000
  • Make-Your-Own Rice Balls (Jumeokbap)셀프주먹밥₩4,000

About

Donstar is a Korean BBQ restaurant that grills thickly cut pork directly over charcoal. Donstar offers four grilled cuts — pork belly, pork neck, pork jowl and whole pork skirt — along with spicy meals such as 'Jjolsuni' (soft tofu stew with chewy jjolmyeon noodles), fiery cold noodles and kimchi knife-cut noodle soup, plus sides like pudding-style steamed egg and make-your-own rice balls.

Donstar has a private room for up to 10 people that can be reserved, so groups and company dinners can gather at Donstar. Corkage at Donstar is free for wine and whisky only, and glasses are not provided.

FAQ

What are Donstar's opening hours?

Donstar is open Tue–Thu 16:30–22:00 (last order 20:50); Fri 11:30–22:00, break 14:30–16:30; Sat, Sun 11:30–22:00 (last order 20:50), break 14:30–16:30. It is closed on Mon.

Which station is closest to Donstar?

Donstar is a 5-minute walk (300 m) from Jayang Station, Exit 1. The address is 1F, 8 Neungdong-ro 6-gil, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul (Donstar).

How much is the charcoal grill at Donstar?

Donstar's 4 charcoal grill items cost ₩18,000–₩19,000, 2 of them ₩18,000. Stews & Noodles (5) cost ₩6,000–₩8,000.

Can I book a table at Donstar?

Yes, Donstar takes reservations and groups. Call 02-456-8592 to book.

Is there parking at Donstar?

Yes, Donstar has parking.

Does Donstar do takeout?

Yes, Donstar does takeout. It also has Wi-Fi, Waiting area, High chairs, Mobile payment.

Can I bring my own drinks (corkage)?

Corkage is free for wine and whisky. Donstar does not provide glasses, and distilled soju and regional makgeolli cannot be brought in.

Is there a private room?

Yes, a private room for up to 10 people can be reserved. At Donstar, a party of 5 uses one table.

How many visit stories are there about Donstar?

Superchart has 5 first-hand visit stories about Donstar; the latest visit was on September 11, 2026.

14 visit stories about Donstar

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  • Ttukseom Resort Korean BBQ lunch

    “The spicy soft tofu stew and the 4,000-won pudding steamed egg were also delicious.”

    SponsoredBite Break SokchoOct 18, 2026

  • Jayang Station Korean BBQ with staff grilling

    “We ordered one serving each of galmaegisal, pork neck, and pork belly, plus steamed egg and extra pork neck, while staff grilled everything for us.”

    SponsoredCorner Booth SeekerSep 11, 2026

  • Jayang-dong pork BBQ with juicy pork neck

    “After work, my wife and I ordered pork belly, skirt meat, pork neck, and spicy soft tofu stew; the salt-dipped pork neck was especially juicy.”

    SponsoredSingle Meal OutingSep 9, 2026

  • Jayang Station Korean BBQ

    “Donstar Charcoal Grill is a Korean BBQ restaurant in Gwangjin, Seoul, a 3-minute walk from Jayang Station.”

    SponsoredJamsil Seafood TableSep 7, 2026

  • Whole pork skirt and pork belly BBQ near Jayang Station

    “Donstar Charcoal Grill is a Korean BBQ restaurant in Gwangjin, Seoul, about 50 meters from Jayang Station, handy after a walk at Ttukseom Resort on the Hangang River.”

    SponsoredTray Day DiaristSep 6, 2026

  • Jayang-dong Korean BBQ before the Han River pool

    “With corkage allowed and a group room for up to 40 people, Donstar Charcoal Grill works for a quick pre-swim meal as well as a big gathering.”

    SponsoredUphill Bowl ClimberAug 9, 2026

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