Muta무타
Yakitori at Uncheon Station · Izakaya open until 3 a.m.
Muta is an izakaya on the 1st floor of 16 Sangmu-daero 868beon-gil, Seo-gu, Gwangju, a 4-minute walk (292 m) from Uncheon Station Exit 2. At Muta, skewers cost ₩2,800–₩6,500, the assorted yakitori of 8 kinds is ₩25,000, and dishes such as sashimi, nabe and meals run ₩12,000–₩45,000. Muta is open daily from 17:30 to 03:00 (last order 02:00).
- Today
- Daily 17:30–03:00
- Getting there
- Uncheon Station Exit 2 · 4-min walk (292m)
- Prices
- Skewers & Yakitori ₩2,800–₩25,000 · Sashimi, Nabe & Dishes ₩13,000–₩45,000
- Try
- Today's Assorted Yakitori (8 kinds) ₩25,000Greater Amberjack Sashimi ₩45,000Chanko Nabe ₩31,000
Key facts
- Address
- 1F, 16 Sangmu-daero 868beon-gil, Seo-gu, Gwangju전남광주 서구 상무대로868번길 16 1층
- Nearest station
- Uncheon Station Exit 2 · 4-min walk (292m)
- Opening hours
- Daily17:30–03:00last order 02:00Open every day
- Phone
- 0507-1342-0498
- Reservations
- Accepted
- Parking
- No parking available
- Amenities
- Wi-Fi · Separate men's and women's restrooms · Mobile payment · Pets allowed · No-kids zone
- Links
- Naver PlaceInstagram
Menu & prices
34 items · as listed Oct 2026About
Muta is an izakaya run as a company-operated Gwangju location, centred on chicken skewers by cut alongside sashimi and Japanese-style dishes. Most of Muta's skewers, from chicken skin, heart, tenderloin, neck, cartilage and chicken-and-leek to makchang, king prawn and ginkgo nuts, are ordered in portions of two, and Muta also offers an assorted yakitori platter with 8 kinds on one plate.
On the dishes side, Muta serves greater amberjack sashimi, chanko nabe with a choice of miso, shoyu or spicy broth, Tokyo-style mapo tofu, grilled Chilean sea bass collar and negitoro aburaage maki, and a meal at Muta can finish with kani miso cream udon, shio yakisoba or an ice cream dessert. Seating at Muta consists of chair seating and couple seats.
FAQ
What are Muta's opening hours?
Muta is open daily 17:30–03:00 (last order 02:00); there are no regular closing days.
Which station is closest to Muta?
Muta is a 4-minute walk (292 m) from Uncheon Station, Exit 2. The address is 1F, 16 Sangmu-daero 868beon-gil, Seo-gu, Gwangju.
How much is the skewers & yakitori at Muta?
Muta's 13 skewers & yakitori items cost ₩2,800–₩25,000. Sashimi, Nabe & Dishes (13) cost ₩13,000–₩45,000.
Can I book a table at Muta?
Yes, Muta takes reservations. Call 0507-1342-0498 to book.
Is there parking at Muta?
Yes, Muta has parking (No parking available).
What amenities does Muta have?
Muta offers Wi-Fi, Separate men's and women's restrooms, Mobile payment, Pets allowed, No-kids zone.
Can Muta be booked for a group?
Yes, Muta can be booked exclusively for groups of at least 20 people, and Muta also hosts wedding after-parties and receptions. Weekend bookings at Muta require a separate inquiry.
What broths are available for the chanko nabe at Muta?
Muta's chanko nabe comes with three broths: miso, shoyu and spicy. The chanko nabe at Muta costs ₩31,000.
How many visit stories are there about Muta?
Superchart has 5 first-hand visit stories about Muta; the latest visit was on August 17, 2026.
5 visit stories about Muta
Newest first
Gwangju izakaya near Uncheon Station: ₩31,000 chankonabe at Mutha
“Mutha's chankonabe (₩31,000) comes loaded with beef intestine, shrimp, thin-sliced beef, chicken thigh, mushrooms and torch-seared tofu, served with Asahi draft beer (₩9,000) and finished with chocolate ice cream (₩6,000).”
Dog-friendly izakaya in Ssangchon-dong, Gwangju: gimbap at Mutha
“The writer ordered the flounder and aged-kimchi gimbap (seaweed rice roll) for 32,000 won and shio yakisoba for 16,000 won, with a house-made cheese among the free side dishes, all ordered by QR code at the table.”
Gwangju izakaya in Sangmu: halibut gimbap and yakitori at Mutha
“The signature halibut and aged kimchi gimbap (32,0) is made with halibut from Wando, ordered here alongside chicken-scallion yakitori, tomato-bacon rolls and a non-alcoholic Earl Grey highball (8,0).”
Gwangju izakaya for aged sashimi and tonkotsu ramen: Mutha
“Before a friend moved abroad, the two of us ordered Mutha's 6-kind sashimi platter for two, tonkotsu ramen and highballs; the aged tuna had rich umami with no fishy taste, and the ramen broth was deep and savory.”
Gwangju izakaya for shio yakisoba and mackerel fried rice: Mutha
“At Mutha we ordered miso chankonabe (sumo-style hot pot) for ₩31,000, shio yakisoba (salt-seasoned stir-fried noodles) for ₩16,000, mackerel tea-scented fried rice for ₩12,000 and a non-alcoholic highball, and the yakisoba and fried rice were especially addictive.”
