Busan's Geoje Dwaeji Gukbap: Michelin Review 2026

A Michelin-Selected Delight in Busan:

My Review of Geoje Dwaeji Gukbap in Haeundae

If you're looking for a famous Dwaeji Gukbap (pork soup) restaurant in Busan, especially around the scenic Haeundae (해운대) area, you've likely heard of Geoje Dwaeji Gukbap (거대돼지국밥). Here's my honest review after a recent visit.

1. Geoje Dwaeji Gukbap Haeundae: Essential Information

Location, Opening Hours, Parking, and Waiting Tips

Location

Address: 16-2 Dalmaji-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan

If you're using public transportation, you can reach the restaurant by:

Getting off at Haeundae Station (해운대역) on Line 2 and walking,

or taking a bus transfer after getting off at Haeundae Station on Line 2.

Opening Hours

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Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Saturday - Sunday: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Last Order: 8:30 PM

Parking

On-site parking is not available. You'll need to use a nearby paid parking lot.

Waiting

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You can register for a spot on the waitlist using the Catchtable (캐치테이블) app.

I registered for the waitlist around 11:40 AM and was able to enter the restaurant around 1:30 PM. (I waited at a nearby cafe.)

As it was a weekend during lunchtime, the wait was quite long.

If you plan to visit on a weekend, definitely register for the waitlist in advance!

2. My Experience at Geoje Dwaeji Gukbap Haeundae

Even though I live in Busan, I had never visited this spot before. I finally went because a friend visiting Busan was curious about it.

Upon entering at 1:30 PM on a Saturday, the Suyuk (boiled pork slices) was already sold out.

The interior was more modern than I expected, and while not extremely spacious, it had a clean aesthetic.

The Dwaeji Gukbap is priced at ₩13,000 (~$10), which is a bit higher compared to other Dwaeji Gukbap restaurants in the area.

My party ordered the combination of pork and sundae (Korean blood sausage).

When ordering, you can choose between a clear broth or a rich, milky broth. Personally, I preferred the richer broth.

The clear broth had a flavor somewhat reminiscent of Galbitang (beef short rib soup).

As noted in many reviews, the milky white broth is a distinctive feature. The taste was clean and quite good.

For the rich broth, adding minced garlic is a great choice. However, I highly recommend against adding minced garlic to the clear broth!

(The owner specifically advised against adding minced garlic to the clear broth, but I was curious and tried it anyway – and regretted it!)

The portion size was generous for an adult woman, but men might find it a bit small.

And the fresh Kimchi (겉절이) was absolutely delicious! Highly recommend trying it.

3. Final Thoughts & Recommendation

I had high expectations before visiting, given its reputation as a Michelin-selected Dwaeji Gukbap spot in Busan. The soup offered a clean and refined taste.

(Personally, I still prefer Youngjin Dwaeji Gukbap (영진 돼지국밥)! But the two restaurants have such different vibes that it's hard to make a direct comparison.)

If you're traveling to Haeundae, Busan, or looking for a meal near the Haeundae area, Geoje Dwaeji Gukbap is definitely worth a visit.

I'm also planning to visit Geoje Galbi (거대 갈비) and Geoje Gomtang (거대 곰탕) in the future!

That concludes my review of Geoje Dwaeji Gukbap, a popular spot for Dwaeji Gukbap in Busan.