What are the best pork dishes in Seoul?

Based on diner recommendations, the best pork dish in Seoul is at Pildong Myeon Ok. We compared 8 restaurants serving pork dishes.

How much do pork dishes cost in Seoul?

Pork dish prices in Seoul range from KRW2000.00 to KRW42000.00 across 8 restaurants.

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Best Pork Dishes in Seoul

8 restaurants compared

Price range: KRW2000.00 – KRW42000.00

Avg recommendation: 91%

Top 5 Pork Dishes in Seoul (Quick Answer)

Based on diner recommendations across 8 restaurants:

Boiled Pork (Meat Topping) at Pildong Myeon Ok, (Jung-gu)
Extra Chashu (Pork) at Oreno Ramen, KRW2000.00 (Mapo-gu)
Maeun Donkatsu (Spicy Donkatsu) at Samonim Donkatsu, KRW35000.00 (Mapo-gu)
Seafood Spicy Donkatsu at Samonim Donkatsu, KRW35000.00 (Mapo-gu)
Samonim Donkatsu at Samonim Donkatsu — 94% recommended, KRW32000.00 (Mapo-gu)

Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.

All 8 Pork Dishes

Boiled Pork (Meat Topping)

Pildong Myeon Ok

Jung-gu·$$

Tender, buttery boiled pork slices served as a topping for naengmyeon.

Tip: Don't skip the pork—it's a key part of the naengmyeon experience. The tender, buttery slices add richness to the light broth.

Extra Chashu (Pork)

Oreno Ramen

Mapo-gu·$$

KRW2000.00

Sliced chashu pork belly as an optional addition for umami depth.

Tip: Add extra chashu for 2,000 won if you want to enhance the umami depth of the broth.

Maeun Donkatsu (Spicy Donkatsu)

Samonim Donkatsu

Mapo-gu·$$

KRW35000.00

Thick pork cutlet with spicy gochugaru coating in place of mild breadcrumb seasoning.

Tip: The spicy version brings genuine heat but is balanced beautifully — the gochugaru coating doesn't overwhelm the meat quality.

Seafood Spicy Donkatsu

Samonim Donkatsu

Mapo-gu·$$

KRW35000.00

Spicy pork cutlet paired with fresh seafood elements for added umami.

Tip: The seafood spicy version is the most premium option — it combines multiple proteins for a special experience.

#594% recommend

Samonim Donkatsu

Mapo-gu·$$

KRW32000.00

Thick pork cutlet with crispy breaded exterior and juicy center, served with tomato cream sauce, fresh salad, and roasted potato.

Tip: This is what tvN's 'Wednesday Food Talk' featured — the signature donkatsu is exactly what you should order.

#692% recommend

Dwaeji-gukbap with Caviar

Restaurant San

Gangnam·$$$$

Traditional Korean pork and rice soup refined with caviar instead of salted shrimp—a signature reinterpretation.

Tip: This dish exemplifies Chef Jo's philosophy—it's comfort food refined. The caviar finish surprises and delights in equal measure.

#791% recommend

Pork-Stuffed Crispy Chili Peppers (Jjim Gochu)

Han Chu

Hapjeong, Gangnam-gu·$$

KRW12000.00

Fresh chili peppers stuffed with minced pork and deep-fried until crispy.

Tip: Order this — you won't find it at other chimaek restaurants. It's crispy, slightly spicy, and completely addictive.

#888% recommend

Galmaegi Sal (Pork Neck/Skirt)

Yeontabal

Jongno-gu·$$$

KRW42000.00

Thin, tender pork neck meat grilled over charcoal—a local cut prized by Seoul regulars.

Tip: Galmaegi sal is a specialty cut that many tourists don't know about. Ask the staff for it specifically—it's worth the detour from standard pork belly.