Oak Restaurant COEX: An Unforgettable Anniversary Dinner

A little heads-up: this content is a review born from a special invitation by Oakwood Premier COEX Center.

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Dining Gems at COEX, Samseong-dong

Oak Restaurant: A Wedding Anniversary Getaway

© Text/Photos: Muuumuuum

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For those truly special occasions, like a wedding anniversary,

you need an unforgettable event that will be cherished for years to come!

My partner and I ventured to Samseong-dong, Seoul,

specifically, to the Oakwood Premier COEX Center,

where we indulged in a magnificent steak course.

Curious about the ambiance, the course menu,

and even some fantastic discount tips? I'll share all the details with you!

Table of Contents

1. Location & Information

2. Course Menu & Discount Benefits

3. Dining Review

4. Final Thoughts

1. Location & Parking Details

Oak Restaurant, nestled within the Oakwood Premier COEX Center,

is conveniently located at COEX, close to Samseong Station and Bongeunsa Station.

This makes it absolutely perfect for a romantic dinner after a day of exploring or a casual date.

And here's a major plus: enjoy 3 hours of complimentary parking when dining at the restaurant.

If someone in your party prefers not to drink wine,

you can arrive by car and enjoy a truly relaxed meal without a worry.

Inside, the restaurant exudes the sophisticated charm you'd expect from a premier hotel dining spot.

It boasts a luxurious yet cozy ambiance,

and the service, true to a 5-star hotel, was simply impeccable!

If you're a couple celebrating a special anniversary, just like us,

you'll undoubtedly be thrilled with your experience! :)

[Steak Course A, B & Wine Pairing] 🏠 Location: Oak Restaurant, 5th Floor, Oakwood Premier COEX Center, 46 Teheran-ro 87-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul ⏱ Hours: Weekdays 6 PM ~ 10 PM Weekends & Public Holidays 12 PM ~ 10 PM ❗Special Notes❗ Group reservations available, Reservations recommended 3 hours free parking (hotel parking lot) ▪️SPECIAL EVENTS▪️ ▪️15% discount for membership members booking on weekends via the official website (until September) ▪️50% discount on wine pairing price when adding wine pairing for 5 or more people (until June)

2. Course Menu & Special Offers

Oak Restaurant's signature steak courses are truly special,

offering two distinct options, Course A and Course B, based on the overall composition and the type of main steak.

And for an even more exquisite experience, adding a wine pairing

introduces three carefully selected wines—champagne, white, and red—

perfectly complementing each dish in your course.

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Since it was a truly special day for us,

we decided to elevate the experience with the wine pairing! :)

Having consistently earned the prestigious Blue Ribbon since 2023,

it's certainly a certified must-try restaurant at COEX, Samseong-dong, wouldn't you agree? 😉

3. Our Dining Experience

My husband, a true fan of rich, savory beef flavor,

opted for Course A, featuring the delectable Ribeye Steak.

As for me, I firmly believe that steak should always be a melt-in-your-mouth tenderloin,

so I naturally chose Course B.

Let's dive into Steak Course A first!

Steak Course A

Warm Bread Marinated Webfoot Octopus & Kelp Salad Sweet Chodang Corn Soup Abalone Risotto with Savory Abalone Innard Sauce Premium Ribeye Steak with Asparagus Mango Mousse Cake with Vanilla Ice Cream Coffee or Tea

The culinary journey of Steak Course A began with

the delightful Marinated Webfoot Octopus and Kelp Salad.

This zesty and incredibly fresh salad, with its delightfully chewy and crunchy textures,

certainly did an excellent job of whetting our appetites!

It paired absolutely wonderfully with the Champagne from our wine pairing.

Next up, the Sweet Chodang Corn Soup was a delightful surprise.

Its naturally sweet flavor was universally appealing, a dish anyone would surely savor.

Next up, the abalone innards sauce risotto was

truly infused with the deep aroma of the sea in every grain of rice,

so much so that I ate every last bit without leaving a single grain! 😄

Pairing it with white wine,

the rich, savory notes of the abalone innards sauce were even more pronounced.

The prime ribeye steak not only had fantastic marbling but also,

thanks to perfect grilling, it was crispy on the outside

and incredibly juicy on the inside – absolutely delicious.

I loved the rich, beefy aroma characteristic of ribeye and its savory marbling,

and pairing it with red wine gently enhanced the meat's flavor,

making it even more enjoyable.

The refreshing mango mousse cake and vanilla ice cream

were perfect for cleansing the palate, especially with coffee! :)

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Next, Steak Course B offers

a slightly more refined experience.

Steak Course B

Amuse-bouche Sirloin Carpaccio Porcini Mushroom Soup with Buna Shimeji Mushrooms Lobster Lemon Butter Sauce Risotto Prime Tenderloin Steak with Herb-Crusted Endive Cheese Charlotte Cake and Lemon Sorbet Coffee or Tea

We started our meal delightfully with the fresh sirloin carpaccio,

paired with a wonderful wine-pairing champagne.

The Porcini Mushroom Soup, served with fragrant buna shimeji mushrooms,

had an exceptionally rich flavor.

If you love mushrooms, you'll absolutely adore this!

The Lobster Lemon Butter Sauce Risotto

combined plump lobster, infused with refreshing lemon and buttery notes,

to create a truly deep and satisfying flavor.

With white wine accompanying it,

both the taste and the ambiance were simply perfect! :)

The tenderloin steak, the main dish of Course B, was perfectly cooked,

and incredibly soft in the mouth.

Its clean yet profound natural flavor was excellent,

and the endive garnish complemented it beautifully.

Savoring the meal leisurely with red wine,

both the taste and the atmosphere were truly satisfying.

For dessert, a smooth Cheese Charlotte Cake and Lemon Sorbet!

Paired with decaffeinated coffee, it was the perfect clean finish

to our wonderful meal! :)

4. Final Thoughts

Oakwood Premier Coex Center's

Signature Steak Courses

truly showed why people choose hotel fine dining for special occasions,

and why wine pairings are a must.

The flavors made it absolutely clear.

For a special day like an anniversary, or as part of a memorable trip,

how about a special dining experience at OAK Restaurant?

This particular Signature Steak Course menu

is available from April 1, 2026, to June 30, 2026.

If you're looking for a special date spot,

be sure to make your reservation soon!

Right now, if you book through the

Oakwood Premier Coex Center official website, membership members get a

whopping 10% discount!

🔽Direct Link to Weekday Steak Course Reservation🔽

🔽Direct Link to Weekend Steak Course Reservation🔽

[Weekend 15% Discount] Signature Steak Course

Direct Link to Official Website Discount Reservation

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And when you sign up for THE HMC membership,

you get **dining and room discount benefits**

not only at Oakwood Premier Coex Center, but also at

Oakwood Premier Incheon, Mercure Seoul Magok, and other hotels.

(Discount rates vary by hotel)

On-site, you can purchase HMC Dining Gift Cards

at a 5% discount, and

keep in mind that this can be combined with THE HMC membership for additional savings! :)