Hangong-Gan

Hangong-Gan is an absolute hidden gem in Seoul. The flavors here are unlike anything I’ve tried before — bold, creative, and genuinely unique. We ordered the Chinese style Yuzu dressing fried chicken and the Lamb crispy pancake plate, and both dishes were incredibly delicious. The yuzu chicken especially had this perfect balance of citrus, crispiness, and depth that I’m still thinking about. The restaurant itself is super discreet — no flashy sign, just a small entrance that you could easily walk past. Inside, there are only six tables, which gives the place a cozy, intimate feeling. We walked in without a reservation, but it stayed busy the entire time, so ordering or reserving ahead is probably a good idea. Great vibes, friendly atmosphere, and truly standout food. We’d definitely come back and highly recommend this spot to anyone looking for something unique and memorable in Seoul.

I recently visited Hangong-Gan near Hongdae and had a fantastic dining experience. We ordered several dishes: the Schuan pepper chicken, the signature oven-cooked potato dish, the shrimp fried rice, the lamb crispy pancake, and the Japanese-style soy sauce chicken. Every dish was delicious, but the clear standout was the Schuan pepper chicken. It’s honestly the best Schuan-style dish I’ve ever had, the peppers were balanced perfectly with just the right amount of heat, matched by the sweetness of the sauce. The chicken itself was tender and juicy, and the cabbage layer underneath added a refreshing finish that tied everything together beautifully. The lamb crispy pancake was a bit tricky to eat, but the flavor more than made up for it, especially with the sauce. The signature potato dish was absolutely divine - comforting, flavorful, and so addictive that we couldn’t stop eating it. The soy sauce chicken was also very good, and my daughter happily finished off the shrimp fried rice, which was a hit at the table. Overall, Hangong-Gan delivers bold flavors, high-quality ingredients, and a cozy atmosphere near Hongdae. Highly recommend trying the Schuan pepper chicken, it’s unforgettable.

We randomly stumbled upon this hidden gem, and it turned out to be the best food of our entire South Korea trip. The crispy lamb plate was exceptionally wow, and we absolutely loved the Pomegranate Sake. If you’re in Seoul, this place is a must-visit. Kudos to the chef.. Looking forward to seeing him on Culinary Wars someday… haha, why not!

Food, ambiance, decor and service were all top notch. Yuzu fried chicken, lamb crispy pancake and friend rice were all extremely tasty and featured well balanced flavors while not feeling too heavy in the stomach. Can’t wait to come back. Thanks for hosting us on a cold, rainy Sunday evening.

Small restaurant managed by a self-made chef hidden in plain site. Clean, cosy, and very very tasty The atmosphere was amazing, very relaxing and soothing. The place is quite small with not more than 6 tables and less than 20 seats. The food is just incredible. Unique to what I've eaten up until now. The service is fast and kind, food comes out quickly and fresh. You can see the small team work quietly and efficiently in the kitchen. Great experience overall, for sure will come visit next time in Korea. Not cheap but well worth the price. It cost me 47,000 Won for 2 dishes, but I think it was enough for 1.5-2 people.

Best vegan meal I’ve had in Seoul, period. They have plenty of non-vegan options (great for my gf), but I am vegan and have been eating at vegan restaurants across Seoul for 3 days and this had my favorite dishes. The tofu pancake is a MUST. It’s my top dish of the trip hands down. The yuzu tofu was delightful as well Super cute atmosphere as well. Perfect for a date or small group

Second time coming here and loved it again. Food is really great. The place itself is super cute, you can tell that thought has gone into everything from the acoustics, the playlist, the lighting etc. Definitely recommend 🌟

Celebrated our 25th wedding anniversary here and I promise it was the best decision! The hype is real! We devoured the lamb dishes in less than 3 minutes. All the dishes they serve is for sharing. The price is amazing, the service is kind and spectacular, the evening was perfect. Do yourself a favor and head here for dinner during your visit to Seoul. ❤️