Apgujeong restaurant with valet parking and free nachos: Awesome Rose

Today I want to introduce a place that has it all — atmosphere, taste, and touching service, all in one.

I finally visited Awesome Rose on Garosu-gil, a place I'd only heard about through word of mouth, and I really understood why everyone picks this as their top choice for a Gangnam blind date or an Apgujeong date course.

Where is Awesome Rose in Apgujeong, and how does the valet parking work?

Awesome Rose Garosu-gil is located on the basement floor of 40 Apgujeong-ro 10-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul. Two-hour valet parking is just ₩4,000, so driving there is no burden at all.

When you drive to the Garosu-gil or Sinsa-dong area, parking worries always come first.

But Awesome Rose Garosu-gil takes that worry off your hands with 2-hour valet parking (₩4,000), so you can visit comfortably even with your own car.

True to its reputation as a Sinsa Station restaurant and Garosu-gil restaurant, the accessibility is excellent too, so walking from the subway is no trouble at all.

Lighting and mood at Awesome Rose: why it works for a first date

The moment I stepped into Awesome Rose Garosu-gil, I let out a gasp — the interior was so pretty. There were groups of women having what looked like a party, plus plenty of couples on dates.

Soft, stylish lighting wraps the whole space in warmth, and this lighting is honestly magical. It flatters skin tone so well that choosing this as your Garosu-gil or Apgujeong blind date spot is a perfect way to leave a good first impression.

Looking around, I noticed plenty of actual couples on dates, and people who looked like they were on blind dates too.

There are photogenic spots scattered throughout, making this an Apgujeong restaurant that's perfect for leaving behind some Instagram-worthy shots.

Naver Reservation perks and free nachos for a receipt review

A tip before visiting Awesome Rose Garosu-gil: make sure to use Naver Reservation before you go! There's a 'Matdong Yeojido' Naver benefit you can claim when booking, which is a nice way to save.

Also, if you join the in-store receipt review event, you can get crispy, savory nachos as a free service.

We joined and got some too — these nachos were better than expected, and we happily snacked on them before and after our meal.

Rose aglio e olio: edible roses that set up a proposal moment

The dishes we ordered were Awesome Rose's signature menu items: rose aglio e olio and the rose steak rice bowl.

The rose aglio e olio catches your eye with its visuals alone — a fragrant oil aroma paired with a genuinely edible rose sitting prettily on top.

A little tip using this edible rose! On an anniversary or a special proposal moment with your partner, try gently placing a ring on top of this edible rose before handing it over. It makes for an artful little moment that will have everyone going "wow~"

The noodles were cooked just right and the oil's flavor was excellent, matching the visuals — I immediately understood why it's called a top Sinsa-dong pasta and Gangnam pasta restaurant.

Rose steak rice bowl: how it tastes with a dab of wasabi

Next came the rose steak rice bowl, piled generously with tender, juicy steak.

The meat alone is deeply flavorful, but adding a small dab of the wasabi served alongside and eating it with the rice brought together a spicy kick and savory richness that was absolutely delicious.

For anyone searching for Garosu-gil steak or Apgujeong steak, this is a dish I'd strongly recommend without hesitation.

The single fresh flower Awesome Rose gives you on the way out

After finishing our delicious meal and paying, a staff member handed us a pretty, genuinely fresh flower as a gift on our way out!

It was a completely unexpected surprise gift, so I felt great all the way to the door. Thanks to this kind of small but deeply moving service, it became a memorable Garosu-gil date course that was perfect from start to finish.

Is Awesome Rose in Apgujeong worth it? Final verdict

• Location: near Garosu-gil, Sinsa Station, and Apgujeong Station
• Parking: 2-hour valet parking, ₩4,000
• Atmosphere: soft lighting and stylish interior that boosts chemistry (recommended for Garosu-gil dates and Gangnam blind dates)

• Menu: rose aglio e olio with an edible rose accent, and a rose steak rice bowl elevated by a spicy wasabi combo
• Perks: Naver Reservation benefit, plus tasty nachos with receipt review participation

If you want to cover taste, atmosphere, and a touch of romantic event flair all at once, be sure to visit Awesome Rose Garosu-gil! As a Sinsa Station pasta spot and Apgujeong date destination, you absolutely won't regret it.