Vegan
International
Organic
Beer/Wine
Fusion
Korean
Restaurant and bar opened 2018 in Itaewon. Reported fully vegan June 2020. Relocated from 3rd 4th floors, 228-1, Itaewon-ro, Yongsan-gu. Open Mon-Fri 5:00pm-10:00pm, Sat-Sun 2:00pm-10:00pm.
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228-1 Itaewon-ro, Yongsan-gu, Seoul, South Korea
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72 Reviews
First Review by SteveSuh
Nomnomnoms
Points +158
Delicious, borderline fine dining - Edit
This place makes an immediate impression with its music and interior design, which we describe as either industrial farmhouse or gothic chic. You have to get a drink for each person, which is fine. We ordered the orange tofu chicken which was one of the best dishes we've had in Seoul- delightful. The other dish was some kind of mash potato with sweet cone which was also bold, but not as tasty. If you get orange tofu and something else you could easily have a 5 star experience.
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Matham
Points +506
Great food - Edit
Totally worth trying! The chicken tofu dish was my fav
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Flume
Points +434
Worth visiting once, I know I will tell people about this place - Edit
I am going to think about the iceberg lettuce Mango salad for the rest of my life. I don’t know if it was good or bad, but it elicited a response. That is the purpose of art. It was successful.
Read moreThe mushroom bourguignon was incredible. In fact everything was either incredible or bold in a good way.
I got several share plates because I was nervous about the portion sizes after seeing some reviews, but I found the portion sizes were quite large.
Pros: Took chances. I love it, Yummy sometimes in a way makes me go mmmmm, Bold sometimes in a way that makes me think
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PowerVeggie
Points +770
Excellent food - Edit
They have a very unique menu and the food here is extremely delicious. The portions are good for the price. The location is also nice and quiet. Definitely recommend this place!
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Laëtitia.V
Points +993
Great food, great atmosphere - Edit
The atmosphere of the restaurant is kind of fancy, perfect for a date. The food was delicious too. The cheese fondue was great ! The bourguignon is sweet, but aware that you might not like it because it is traditionally a salty dish.
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Indigoblue_readsalot
Points +261
delicious! - Edit
i came in to eat here when it was getting late and most food places in my area closed and I was so happy to find this place. i got the soba not really expecting anything but it was really really good and I loved it so much! great atmosphere as well!
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KarenGilmour
Points +52
Trendy vegan spot - Edit
Great to have an entirely vegan place in a central location.
Read morePros: Good small plate and large plate variety., Fusion of cuisines., Served some alcohol.
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byJace
Points +751
Updated interior and menu - Edit
Better atmosphere and a slight level up from casual dining. They brought some of the dishes from former monks deli into the menu here. Love the new wide bar tables with the open kitchen concept. Had a 2 dishes (loved the tzatziki sauce in one of them) and the banana pudding between two people which were all tasty. Portions are on the smaller side , so order as sharing plates. Good place for meeting people over dinner or lunch.
Read moreMight be considered pricey but considering how much food prices have been increased in other establishments, it’s comparable.
Updated from previous review on 2024-04-02
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TamsinRoseC
Points +360
Cool concept, good food - Edit
I love the concept here, the interior, branding, everything is beautiful.
Read moreWe ordered the Orange Tofu Chicken, Mushroom Bourguignon with Potato Fondue, Coconut Tomato Curry with Paratha & the Black Lemon Pasta.
We all loved the Black Lemon Pasta, it was really delicious, perfectly cooked and had amazing flavour. Everything else was very average. The curry was sweet, and the paratha was too oily.
For drinks the Whisky Ginger Highball was delicious as was the Green Tomato-ade. Their floral sangria looked amazing. I think we ordered the wrong selection of dishes, next time I would ask for their recommendations.
For dessert they have one choice - banana pudding. Most of our table wanted to skip, but I couldn't resist and we were all pleasantly surprised. Shared one between four people as it was quite decadent. Would get again.
Updated from previous review on 2024-04-20
Pros: It's beautiful, Good location in Itaewon / Hannam, Banana pudding was divine
Cons: Menu feels all over the place, Expensive and some of our table left hungry
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Yeri
Points +2495
Good food but small portion - Edit
The ambiance was nice and the food was tasty but the portion was quite too small. It's probably the best to order one or two small appetizers with the main menu if you want to leave the restaurant full!
Read morePros: Tasty food, especially the risotto
Cons: Small portion for the price
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HelenHaeryounGi
Points +3367
Meet New Monk’s Butcher Itaewon with renewal! One of my favorite Vegan Restaurant in Seoul - Edit
Various fusion style of vegan selections. Nice plating presentation & fancy unique dining atmosphere. Welcome drink is also good. There are vegan pop corn chicken and even vegan fish. Fits for nice date night too!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-02-17
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Trambau
Points +2813
be back soon-2022.2023 i'm backkk - Edit
superb!
Read more2022: 2nd time after nearly 2 years and still superb!
Updated from previous review on 2022-03-13
Pros: pub-like atmosphere, food quality, service
Trambau
2023 update: they have their a la carte look like a course menu. And up 3rd stairs you can sit in a table next to the open kitchen. Nice to see them cooking
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JoelleC
Points +112
Delicious vegan creations - Edit
Not many people in dinner time
Read moreHeard they just changed the owner and the menu has been changed too
Loved the pasta!!!
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+++VeGaNiSaToR+++
Points +1004
My favorite - Edit
by far the best restaurant in Seoul and even Korea. Finally dishes that have taste and without being highly spicy, congratulations!
Read moreBeautiful area.
Don't miss the gnocchi and the banana bread.
You can book through insta.
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rebabeba
Points +596
Nice food, interesting location - Edit
The food was nice, but a word of warning , this should definitely be in the $$$. The food was delicious but given the price it could have been better. The flavours were pretty ordinary. Still, the location is nice and the presentation of the dishes is very cool.
Read morePros: All vegan, Staff speak English , Good looking food/interior
Cons: Very expensive
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aliceplays
Points +127
nice ambient restaurant - Edit
cuisines are nice and the atmosphere is good. my non vegan friend said she coud not tell if it was vegan. downsides are dark stairway with quite steep stairs, somewhat loud music & unattentive staff.
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coldbuckwheatnoodles
Points +7050
Expensive but definitely great food - Edit
This restaurant is perfect for a special occasion as it is really really good food but definitely on the more expensive side. They have fancy dishes and display them very nicely. The staff is friendly and the atmosphere nice.
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WendyLo
Points +278
Nice and definitely worth it - Edit
After having too much Korean food, we decided to find something western and this is definitely worth a try. I came with my family, a mixture of vegetarian, meat eaters plus two kids who can’t have spicy food. We had a great time and everyone of us loves the food here.
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cyBe
Points +143
Perfect for a special occasion - Edit
The staff can be wrong about how to prepare drinks, but the chef knows what she’s doing!
Read moreFind the golden door at the indicated address and walk upstairs (two floors) in order to find the entrance
You’ll likely need to book in advance to get a spot
Pros: Balanced taste, Many options, Pretty interior
Cons: Expensive , Not wheelchair accessible
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Sunkyung
Points +1414
3stars for the pasta, 5stars for the burger - Edit
It was a nice place, especially for a date. But it was so understaffed. For most of the time, there were no servers at all on our floor, so it was challenging to request for service or food. The burger was good, pretty meaty, better than most of the beyond burgers I think. But the spicy minari pasta was pretty bland and was lack of flavour. Couldn’t taste minari nor the spiciness. The chocolate mousse was delicious.
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TheVeganKoalaBear9
Points +248
Beautiful atmosphere - Edit
I recommend to visit if you not very hungry and looking for a chill cozy night out with a friend or a date.
Read morePrices are high for a simple meal like pasta. Their starters are delicious and you must take the chocolate mousse! It’s super delicious!
Updated from previous review on 2022-08-21
Pros: Friendly staff, Delicious food, Cozy and lovely atmosphere
Cons: Too expensive
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PattyB
Points +1299
Delicious - Edit
A bit on the pricey side but extremely delicious
Read moreI tried the parsley pasta and ravioli, I would recommend the second one
Pros: Taste , Interior
Cons: Price
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Veganfoodie_liv
Points +1169
Incredible experience for vegans & non-vegans - Edit
Loved the upscale vibe and delicious food. Their sangria was the best sangria I’ve ever had, amazing aromatics. They overcooked the burger a bit but other than that I really enjoyed all of the dishes!!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-07-22
Pros: Fully vegan, Amazing vibe
Cons: Pricy but worth it
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HMilton87
Points +172
Great more upmarket place - Edit
Typically, I found vegan places in Seoul to be cafe like, which is fantastic, but this place is a bit more upmarket and more of a treat. Perfect date night! Food is interesting, delicious and filling.
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tesssss
Points +5846
if this is fine dining i don’t want it - Edit
i’ve been here twice, and the food was better the first time i came. the service was better the second time, but still not great.
Read moremy friend and i got sat at the bar with two other couples (both times) and it’s so awkward sitting next to each other like that. we asked to sit on the roof and he told us it might be too hot, but we insisted. thankfully we were alone for the rest of the time while the other two floors were packed.
the food is not worth the price. 25,000 won for a plate that has a tablespoon of beyond meat crumbles on it and 6 gnocchi…
i could see if it were an amazing experience it would be worth it but it never is.
Cons: expensive
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gentletomato
Points +1055
3.5 stars - Edit
Monk's Butcher has delicious food that is visually stunning. The complexity of some of the dishes and flavor blending is great, but I can't give a higher rating that this to a place that leaves me hungry after spending that much money. Even the main dishes are like appetizer portions.
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jadaruss
Points +1839
Honestly amazing - Edit
Everything was delicious!! One of my favorite restaurants in Korea!!!
Read morePros: So good
Cons: Expensive
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