2025 Taste of Busan Guide: Geumjeong-gu Edition – A Culinary Exploration Where University Energy Meets Tradition
Geumjeong-gu in Busan is known as a cultural and transportation hub famous for its locations such as Pusan National University, Beomeosa, Nobong-dong terminal, and subway transfer stations. Recently, hidden gems have gained renewed attention through the "2025 Taste of Busan" guidebook.
This edition features six places offering a variety of culinary experiences, including noodles, seafood stew, special coffee, bakery items, pork cutlet, and Vietnamese cuisine. Each establishment promises to delight visitors with its unique menu.
For more details about the "2025 Taste of Busan" guidebook, the post below can be useful. I recommend you immerse yourself in the charm of Geumjeong-gu and embark on a culinary journey.
Gupo Village Noodle – Traditional Noodles Cooked With Anchovy Broth
This noodle specialty store, boasting over 30 years of history, uses top-quality anchovies from the South Sea, providing broth simmered for over 12 hours. As a result, you can taste rich and deep flavors in the soup.
There is only one menu item – noodles. Priced affordably, it’s very popular among locals.
Noodles are priced between ₩6,000 and ₩8,000, located at 490 Geumsaem-ro, Geumjeong-gu. Operating hours are from 10:30 AM to 3:00 PM, and it's closed every Monday.
Maparam Seafood Stew & Seafood Soup Guseo Branch – A Hearty Seafood Feast
Enjoy fresh seafood stew and seafood soup in a spacious and clean atmosphere.
The seasoning is not too strong, characterized by a mild taste, offering dishes that everyone can easily enjoy regardless of age. This place is known as a seafood restaurant frequented by long-time regular customers.
Seafood stew and soup range from ₩60,000 to ₩90,000, located on the second floor at 418 Geumgang-ro, Geumjeong-gu.
Operating hours are from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM and from 5:00 PM to 10:30 PM, and the restaurant is closed on the 2nd and 4th Mondays.
Momos Coffee – A Cafe by the World Barista Champion
This proud coffee brand from Busan was created by a barista who won the 2019 WBC (World Barista Championship). Here, you can enjoy coffee prepared from high-quality beans that are roasted on-site and served as hand drip, offering a rich and deep flavor.
It is regarded as a must-visit place for coffee lovers.
Hand drip coffee is offered for ₩6,500 and Americano Chocolate for ₩6,000.
The address is 20 Osige-ro, Geumjeong-gu, and operating hours are from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Please note that they are closed on holidays and Labor Day.
Busan National University Pomantico – Authentic Vietnamese Cuisine Made with Dedication
Featuring rich bone broth simmered for over 24 hours and dishes prepared with fresh ingredients every morning.
This place has reinterpreted Vietnamese cuisine with Korean dedication and cooking methods.
It has become a recommended spot even for first-timers to Vietnamese food.
Set menus are priced at A set (for 2 people) for ₩29,000 and B set (for 2 people) for ₩37,000.
The address is 16 Jangjeon-ro 12-gil, Geumjeong-gu, and operating hours are from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM and 4:30 PM to 9:00 PM.
Please note that they are closed on Wednesdays.
Lee Heung-yong Confectionery Busan National University Branch – A Bakery with the Skills of a Master
Run by master pastry chef Lee Heung-yong, this bakery showcases fresh bread and desserts every day.
Using high-quality ingredients like Shinan sun-dried salt and seasonal domestic produce, it features over 100 varieties of baked goods. In particular, salt bread and master-style pancakes are beloved by many.
Salt bread (2 pieces) costs ₩3,800, while pancakes range from ₩13,000 to ₩23,000.
The bakery's address is 30 Busandaehak-ro 63beon-gil, Geumjeong-gu, with operating hours from 8:30 AM to 9:00 PM. Note that they close on holidays.
Ton Show Busan National University Branch – Pork Cutlet Prepared with Care in Four Steps
A specialized pork cutlet restaurant meticulously prepares its dishes through four processes: low temperature, high temperature, resting, and charcoal grilling.
The meat here is of high quality, with a crispy batter complementing the juicy inside. In particular, Berkshire K special loin cutlet has a great reputation among food enthusiasts.
Prices are ₩16,500 for the Berkshire K special loin cutlet and ₩11,500 for the hire cutlet, located at 247-10 Geumgang-ro, Geumjeong-gu.
Operating hours are from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM, and they close during holidays.
Conclusion
The 2025 Taste of Busan Geumjeong-gu edition offers opportunities to experience diverse culinary delights in a place where the energy of the university district harmonizes with a long historical background.
From the deep flavors of noodles to coffee crafted by a world champion, renowned breads made by famous bakers, and authentic pork cutlets. Geumjeong-gu is filled with gem-like restaurants that are must-visit spots when you come to the area.
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