Euljiro3-ga contemporary dining: off-menu 2-person set at Pyu Euljiro

I met up with a close unnie in Euljiro after a while and went to Pyu Euljiro for dinner ⋆.ೃ࿔ I'd heard it was a well-known Euljiro restaurant, so I made a reservation right away and headed over ᓚᘏᗢ 🖤

Pyu Euljiro location, hours and parking

Pyu Euljiro is at 27 Mareunnae-ro, 1F 102, Jung-gu, Seoul, about a 4-minute walk (235m) from Exit 9 of Euljiro3-ga Station. It's open daily 11:00-21:00 (last order 20:20), and tables can be used for up to 2 hours.

• 📍 Location: 27 Mareunnae-ro, 1F 102, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea
• 🚇 Transit: About 4-minute walk (235m) from Exit 9, Euljiro3-ga Station
• ⏰ Hours: Daily 11:00-21:00 (last order 20:20), table use up to 2 hours
• 🅿️ Parking: Basement parking available, first 60 minutes free (₩1,000 per 10 minutes after)
• 🍷 Free corkage for 1 bottle (₩20,000 per bottle after), one drink order required per person during dinner

What kind of restaurant is Pyu Euljiro?

Pyu Euljiro is a 70-pyeong contemporary dining restaurant close to Euljiro3-ga Station ❤︎

Like its name 'Pyu (PHEW)' suggests, the concept is a space where you can let go of tension and breathe a sigh of relief — essential dining that highlights the natural flavor of seasonal ingredients instead of flashy, stimulating techniques.

Dishes cooked with steam and smoke are the specialty, and there's a varied lineup of drinks too, including signature cocktails and blended teas. ₍ᐢ..ᐢ₎♡̷ ☘︎

Since it runs all day with no break time, it's a Euljiro3-ga restaurant you can enjoy for lunch or dinner, whether for a full meal or just as a café. ⋆◡̎⋆

Is the mood right for a blind date or a small gathering?

The building is clean and comfortable! ❤︎ The seats are well-spaced with a lounge feel, so we could chat comfortably without worrying about the next table.

At the table next to us, someone was actually on a blind date — that's how popular this quiet, good-vibe spot seems to be as a Euljiro gathering place. ⁽̨̡ ¨̮ ⁾̧̢.•♥ They said private hire is available for up to 12 people, so it'd be good for a group gathering later too. ⋆◡̎⋆

Pyu Euljiro menu and the 99,000-won off-menu 2-person share set

‼️‼️‼️ This isn't written on the menu, but if you order the 2-person share set (₩99,000), you can enjoy salad, pasta, an octopus dish, fried eggplant, and sherbet all at once 🙌🏻 We had mackerel pasta, charcoal octopus with romesco, and truffle mushroom risotto, plus beer.

What we ordered

• Mackerel pasta
• Charcoal octopus with romesco
• Truffle mushroom risotto
• 2 beers (Sarangbeombeok, Cheotsarang)

How Pyu Euljiro sets the table for reservations

Since we had a reservation, they welcomed us with this setting haha. The orange water bottle was so cute ⋆◡̎⋆

We visited in the evening, and the soft lighting made the mood even better. The tables were spaced generously so it didn't feel cramped even with lots of dishes out. !!

How did the mackerel pasta, truffle risotto and charcoal octopus taste?

Food's here !!! The beer came in a can, which was such a surprise ❤︎

The mackerel pasta had marinated mackerel in a mildly spicy oil base — not too intense, the kind of flavor that kept me eating.

And that fragrant arugula was the kick — it cut through any fishy taste! 🖤

The truffle mushroom risotto had a deep mushroom aroma, creamy and salty at the same time!

I loved the texture of this risotto so much I couldn't stop eating it !!!

Look at that plump octopus,, can you see it

The charcoal octopus had a deep smoky aroma, and eating it with the romesco sauce really brought out the flavor.

The beers had unusual names,, Cheotsarang (First Love) and Sarangbeombeok (Love Overload)... haha. Cheotsarang was fragrant, and Sarangbeombeok was a dark beer with a peanut aroma! We had one of each, and they paired well with the food.

True to a Euljiro restaurant's reputation, the plating was pretty, and I really could taste how they let the ingredients' natural flavors shine.

Pyu Euljiro: frequently asked questions

Here are a few things you might be curious about.

Can you walk in without a reservation?

Naver reservations are available, and for dinner hours, I'd recommend booking ahead.

Do you have to order a drink at dinner?

Yes, during dinner hours, one drink order per person is required. House wine or non-alcoholic drinks are also options.

Does Pyu Euljiro work for group dinners?

Yes, private hire is available for up to 12 people, so it works well as a gathering place.

Is there a break time between lunch and dinner?

No, it runs all day with no break time, so you can use it like a café too.

How does parking work at Pyu Euljiro?

You can use the restaurant's basement parking, with the first 60 minutes free.

Final verdict on Pyu Euljiro

If you're looking for a Euljiro restaurant, curious about Euljiro3-ga dining spots, or need a gathering place, I'd recommend Pyu Euljiro.

• ✔ Steamed and smoked dishes that highlight natural ingredient flavors
• ✔ Relaxed conversation in a 70-pyeong lounge
• ✔ A popular vibe for blind dates and group gatherings alike