Cheongpa Sharosu-gil: Affordable Omakase Near SNU in 2026

Crafted by those passionate about 'Pa' (scallions),

An Incredibly Affordable Omakase Gem

Near Seoul National University Station (서울대입구역)

Cheongpa (청파)

My sister and I stumbled upon Cheongpa (청파) during a recent outing, and it quickly became a favorite. This spot offers fantastic value without compromising on taste, making it a place I'd frequent if I lived nearby.

Cheongpa (청파) At-a-Glance​

Hours of Operation​

Tuesday - Friday: 5:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Saturday - Sunday: 2:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Closed every Monday

Phone: 0507-1345-4636

Other Features

Group dining, takeout, delivery, pet-friendly​

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📍 Cheongpa (청파): Your Affordable Omakase Destination Near Seoul National University Station (서울대입구역)📍

Cheongpa: Navernaver.me

🍴Cheongpa (청파), the Affordable Omakase Gem Near Seoul National University Station (서울대입구역), is Perfect For:​

✔︎Those seeking an omakase experience that's both high-quality and budget-friendly.

✔︎Anyone looking for a great value omakase near Seoul National University Station (서울대입구역).

✔︎Foodies exploring the vibrant Sharosu-gil (샤로수길) dining scene.

A while back, my sister and I visited Sharosu-gil (샤로수길) for pho, and I was pretty underwhelmed; there just wasn't much going on. I hadn't returned since, until my sister discovered this incredible value omakase spot right here! We were so intrigued by Cheongpa's (청파) unique "Pa-makase" (green onion omakase) concept that we made a special trip back to Sharosu-gil just for it.

The "Pa-makase" menu at Cheongpa (청파) changes daily, so you'll find "Today's Pa-makase" (오늘의 파마카세) written on a signboard right at the entrance. For only ₩25,000 (~$19) per person, the menu composition looked fantastic, which was enough to bring me back to Sharosu-gil after all these years!

While I took more photos, I only captured the empty seats to respect other diners' privacy. The space isn't huge, so I highly recommend making a reservation, especially if you want to snag a specific spot. Plus, if you reserve, they'll give you a complimentary Bungeoppang ice cream! ✨️

Cheongpa (청파) offers both indoor and outdoor seating. If you're craving that vibrant street-side dining (yajan) vibe, I'd suggest visiting before it gets too cold. But honestly, even in colder weather, Sharosu-gil (샤로수길) glitters with lights, making outdoor dining cozy and charming with a warm coat!

Each table is set up with individual cutlery, so you can arrange your spoon and chopsticks as you like.

Cheongpa (청파) Menu

While Cheongpa (청파) offers a diverse menu, we were set on trying the "Pa-makase," so we ordered it for two. It's ₩25,000 (~$19) per person, totaling ₩50,000 (~$37) for two. Do note that a minimum drink order of ₩10,000 (~$7) is required per Pa-makase order.

Looking at the drinks menu, there's quite a selection! They have an impressive variety of makgeolli (Korean rice wine), which I'm sure fans of the drink would adore. However, my sister and I aren't huge makgeolli drinkers, so we opted for beer instead.

Scallion Cream Cheese Corn

Appetizer

Our first dish was the Scallion Cream Cheese Corn. The presentation was beautiful, and the scallion cream cheese flavor was absolutely spot-on! I was genuinely surprised, thinking, "What is this place?" I hadn't set high expectations for an omakase priced at just ₩25,000 (~$19) per person, but Cheongpa (청파) was already blowing me away!

Unique Tofu Dish

Basil Scallion Pesto

The tofu was generously sized, and the sauce was incredibly delicious. You might think, "tofu is just tofu," but this sauce truly elevated it! After the omakase finished, we learned we could get an encore of any dish, except for the Ssam Set. If I hadn't been so full, I definitely would have ordered this tofu dish again.

Ssam Set

Spicy Baby Octopus, Beef Tartare (Yukhoe), Monkfish Liver (Ankimo), Mullet (Sung-eo), Perilla Leaves (Kkaetnip), Assorted Sliced Raw Fish (Makhoe)

While it might not fully convey in the picture, they were quite generous with the yukhoe (육회) or beef tartare. The spicy baby octopus was delightfully chewy, the ankimo (안키모) or monkfish liver was rich and savory, and there was a substantial amount of assorted sliced raw fish. Pure bliss! ❤️

Crispy Corn Chive Pancake

As soon as it arrived, a savory aroma filled the air. True to its name, this buchujeon (부추전), or chive pancake, was wonderfully crispy. The crunch was just right, making it delicious on its own, and even better dipped in the accompanying soy sauce.

Spicy Grilled Chicken and Scallions

After finishing the chive pancake, I was already quite full, thinking I couldn't possibly eat another dish. But how could I resist this grilled chicken, which looked absolutely mouthwatering from the moment it arrived? The "spicy" in its name made me a little wary, but it was just mildly spicy with a delightful sweetness. The chicken itself was incredibly tender. ❤️ It was so good, I kept eating even though I was stuffed!

Crabstick Egg Soup

This soup was perfectly savory and delicious. Each person received a generous bowl, and I felt like I was going to burst!

Bungeoppang Ice Cream and Mini Tiramisu Cake

The grand finale was a mini tiramisu cake. The Bungeoppang (붕어빵) ice cream was a bonus we received by making a reservation through Naver. I admit, when they said "mini cake," I half-worried it would be a full-sized dessert. It was a rare moment to be genuinely thankful for something being mini! 🤣

But seriously, travelers, Cheongpa (청파) in Sharosu-gil (샤로수길) offers such an incredible omakase value, right? It looks amazing already, but here's the kicker: you can get an encore of *any* dish we had, except for the Ssam Set! They'll bring you another serving of your favorite item. I'd never heard of such a thing! I had to ask again just to make sure I'd heard correctly.

That day, I was absolutely stuffed. I really wanted to reorder the grilled chicken, which was my favorite, but I was so full I thought I might burst. I even considered the delicious tofu dish, but honestly, we had been eating non-stop since 2 PM and simply couldn't manage another bite. So, we missed out on the encore! 🤣

If you're reading this, please don't eat a huge meal before coming, like we did!

+A quick tip: the Bungeoppang ice cream comes with cinnamon powder, but you can ask them to omit it if you prefer!

My sister and I aren't big drinkers, so the mandatory ₩10,000 (~$7) drink order initially felt a bit off-putting. However, with such an affordable omakase price per person, and knowing many places now have similar drink minimums, we went with it. After seeing the generous portions and high quality of everything, I realized the owner must not be making much profit! I felt like we should have ordered even more drinks to support them. Haha!

✔︎Review of Cheongpa (청파): A Must-Visit in Sharosu-gil (샤로수길), Seoul National University Station (서울대입구역)

This was easily the best value restaurant I've visited in 2026. Even though I'm not a big drinker, it's the kind of place that makes you *want* to order more drinks to support them. If you plan to go, make sure to book through Naver or participate in their receipt event to get that delicious Bungeoppang ice cream. Enjoy every bit of it!

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Cielso

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