🐷 Best 5 Dwaeji Gukbap Restaurants in Busan (Local Korean Food Guide)🍜

Hi i'm your food local guide Choi~!😋🍜

If you want the real taste of Busan, start with dwaeji gukbap — hot pork soup with rice.

 Cozy, comforting, and loved by locals for breakfast, lunch, and late-night recovery. Here

 are five authentic spots I checked in local sources and that locals actually rave about.

1) Subyun Choego Dwaeji Gukbap (수변최고돼지국밥) — Gwangalli / Haeundae area

수변최고돼지국밥

💀Tip: Try to reserve via the restaurant’s table system if available — weekend lunch can be busy.

2) Eom Yong-baek Dwaeji Gukbap (엄용백돼지국밥) — Haeundae

Known for several broth styles (clear Busan-style and a richer, milky “Miryang” style) and

consistent quality. It’s become famous after TV features and has multiple locations; the

Haeundae branch is easy to visit if you’re beach-side. Locals like it for the variety and modern, clean interior. 🏖️🍲. 

💀Tip: If you love a strong, meaty broth, ask about the “rich” (진한) option.

3) Hapcheon (합천) Dwaeji Gukbap — Sasan / Sasang area

👉 사상합천돼지국밥

A traditional, long-running spot in the Sasang area often praised for its honest, homestyle soup and good portion sizes. It’s a classic neighborhood place — expect simple seating, very local vibes, and loyal regulars. 🍽️👵. 

💀Tip: This one’s convenient if you’re coming from Busan’s west side or using the intercity bus terminal nearby.

4) Bonjeon Dwaeji Gukbap (본전돼지국밥) — near Busan Station

A Busan staple right by Busan Station — famous for decades and even sold as packaged gukbap kits. 

Expect steady lines but fast service. Great choice if you want a classic “welcome to

 Busan” bowl right after arriving by train. 🚆🍚. 

💀Tip: Perfect for early arrivals — open early and ideal for a first-meal in Busan.

5) Suyoung Bonga (수영본가) Dwaeji Gukbap — Seomyeon / Suyeong area

A well-liked Seomyeon spot with a balanced, crowd-pleasing broth — popular with local

 office workers and night-owls. Known for being reliable and open long hours, so it’s

 great if you’re exploring Seomyeon’s nightlife and want a warm bowl afterward. 🌃🥢. 

💀Tip: Many locals prefer adding a spoonful of the house “tadegi” (chili-soy paste) and lots of chopped green onion.

How to Eat Like a Local (Quick Tips)

• Mix the rice into the soup rather than eating separately — this is the standard way.

• Season to taste: salt and the restaurant’s tadegi (다대기) are common add-ins.

• Order sides: chives (부추) and kimchi are classic pairings.

• Price range: expect roughly ₩8,000–₩12,000 per bowl depending on place and extras.

• Timing: breakfast and late-night are very local times to eat gukbap — try both if you can!