Korean Bistro Mr.Ahn's Makgeolli

I come up with this place on CatchTable. It is a modern Korean pub. You can order soju set, chongju set or makgeoli set with your food. We simply order omakase with makgeoli pairing. The food is modern, nicely presented and heavenly delicious! The makgeoli, chongju and berry spirit are interestingly in taste. This is the most satisfying meal, actually more than satisfying, of the cost of Korea this time. We will visit this place again when we are in Seoul next time.

A cosy and beautifully set-up restaurant with an impeccable service to match. The small bites were exquisite and had a great blend of flavours. We ordered the Ssam and Jeonbyeong, both really delicious. The mains were also lovely, and they helped to recommend their house makgeolli for food pairing. The makgeolli had interesting flavours and was delightful. Definitely a memorable meal in Korea.

An Unforgettable Evening Filled with Wonderful Scents, Style, and Flavor From the moment you open the door, a pleasant experience begins. The subtle scent of pine and wood that fills the space is incredibly calming, and the five flower vases on the large central table immediately make you feel welcome, raising your anticipation for the meal. It's thoughtful details like these that make a dinner feel special. I appreciated how the menu was thoughtfully laid out, guiding you from "one-bite" starters to a final "finish." You could feel their pride in the food from the first page, where they mention their commitment to using high-quality domestic ingredients and authentic Korean spirits. The 'Cheongmyeong Takju' we had was the perfect choice to accompany the meal. It was clean and crisp, without any artificial sweetness, making it a great pairing for everything we ate. The most memorable dish for me was the 'Dubu Hansang' (Tofu Platter). I was impressed that they specified it was made with "Paju Jangdan soybeans." The soft tofu was dressed in fragrant perilla oil and topped with savory fermented shrimp and salty pollack roe. The harmony of these flavors was just fantastic; I was amazed at how they created such a new and delicious combination from familiar ingredients. The 'Garaetteok Gui' (Grilled Rice Cake) for dessert was a pleasant surprise. It was served with sweet grain syrup and caramel, but also a "5-year aged soy sauce," which was a stroke of genius. The savory depth of the soy sauce added to the sweetness of the syrup and the toastiness of the rice cake created a sophisticated "sweet and salty" flavor that was on a whole different level. It was a completely satisfying evening enjoying delicious food and drinks in a wonderful atmosphere. I was surprised once more when I saw the bill and realized the entire experience cost only 123,000 KRW. I'm so happy to have found a gem of a place like this, and it will be the first spot I think of whenever I want a meal that feels both thoughtful and special.

Definitely a place to remember! Interesting concept menu, well-balanced dishes with really intriguing flavors. Staff were super friendly and had good awareness of each dish and its ingredients. Highly recommend if you’re looking for an elevated Korean food experience in Seoul.

It is actually a bar, with some good quality of innovative Korean small snack dishes. Bar food is little salty and rich flavor as usual. Suitable for drinkers or social network sharers. Definitely not for someone looking for fine gourmet and services.

If you want Exquisite food, good vibe, great service and reasonable price , this is the place for you. Believe me! Regret going there on the last day of our trip. If I had more time, I would definitely go there at least twice.

I visited this place in Oct. 2025 with friends. They have good list of craft makgeolli, which are really interesting. I wanna emphasize on food menu. Whatever we ate, they are really tasty. When I visit Seoul again next time, I definitely visit this restaurant!!

A wonderful experience ! Came here to taste for the first time Magkeolli and I was amazed ! The second one, flavoured bananas and pineapple was just flawless. The mushroom bites were amazing, refined presentation. In addition, the waitress was very kind, I made a reservation and I were super late, I was lost in the subway. The bill was a bit expensive but worth it. Definitely recommend it !