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  • Lacoon Pizza Mapo: Half-and-Half Pizza and Beer by Mapo Station

    Lacoon Pizza Mapo: Half-and-Half Pizza and Beer by Mapo Station

    In short

    Lacoon Pizza (라쿤피자) Mapo is a red, retro diner-style pizza and beer spot about 3 to 4 minutes from Mapo Station Exit 1 (Line 5). A regular half-and-half pizza is ₩20,800 (about $14.90) and a 300 ml draft beer is ₩2,900. Open daily 11:00 to midnight. Good for families, groups and a casual pizza-and-beer night; expect a wait around 7 pm.

    Mapo Station sits right by the Han River, between Yeouido and Gongdeok, and the side streets around it are packed with places where office workers eat and drink after work. One weekday evening we headed to Lacoon Pizza Mapo, a pizza place done up like an American diner, for what Koreans call pimaek: pizza and maekju (beer).

    Below: what we ordered, the current dine-in prices, why I think the pizza works well for kids, and how to find it from the station.

    Quick facts

    • Korean name라쿤피자 마포역점 (Lacoon Pizza, Mapo Station branch). Lacoon is how the sign spells it; in Korean it sounds like “raccoon”.
    • Address1F, 307 Tojeong-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
      서울 마포구 토정로 307 1층
    • SubwayMapo Station (마포역, Line 5), Exit 1, about 290 m (3 to 4 min walk)
    • HoursDaily 11:00–24:00
    • PriceHalf-and-half pizza ₩20,800 (R) / ₩28,300 (L); pizza and pasta sets ₩34,400–41,900; pasta ₩13,800–15,800
    • Good forFamilies with kids, group dinners, pizza and beer after work
    • Phone0507-1447-5008
    • NotesNaver reservations for 2 to 10 people. Takeout and delivery. Wi-Fi. Nearest parking listed on Naver: Mapo Yusuji public lot (24 hours).
    • MapOpen in Naver Map

    Finding it

    Come out of Exit 1 of Mapo Station and walk straight ahead for about 100 m until you see the entrance to the Yonggang-dong food alley (용강동 먹자골목). Turn left into the alley and walk about 80 m more. You really can’t miss it: a bright red front, a big neon LACOON PIZZA sign and a row of yellow chairs outside for people waiting.

    📍 Lacoon Pizza Mapo (라쿤피자 마포역점), 1F, 307 Tojeong-ro, Mapo-gu · Naver Map · Google Maps

    Red storefront of Lacoon Pizza Mapo with neon sign and yellow waiting chairs near Mapo Station
    The red front and neon sign, with yellow chairs for the queue.

    A busy, hip room worth the wait

    We arrived around 7 pm on a weekday and there was already a line. Inside it is all red booths, checkered floors and neon, more like a stylish pub than a family pizza chain, where people share pizza or chicken over soju and beer. The crowd was a real mix: families like us, plus office teams having an after-work dinner. Takeout orders and waiting customers kept coming the whole time we ate, which told me this is a local favorite.

    Red and checkered retro diner interior with open pizza kitchen at Lacoon Pizza Mapo
    Red booths, checkered floor and an open kitchen.

    There is also a self-service bar with plates and sauces. The sauces come in sealed single-serve packets and the drinking water is given out as individual bottles, which felt very clean and considerate. I did briefly wonder about all that plastic, but on hygiene the place gets full marks from me.

    Self-service bar with bottled water, plates and single-serve sauces at Lacoon Pizza Mapo
    The self-service bar, with bottled water and single-serve sauces.

    What we ordered

    We got the pizza and pasta set, which comes with one pizza, one pasta and one soft drink. For the pizza we went half-and-half, and since my little one can’t handle spicy food, we picked the meat tomato ragu pasta. I added a 300 ml draft beer for myself, because that is the whole point of pimaek. The side menu is long (fries, fried chicken, wings and more), which is a big part of why people come here to drink.

    300 ml draft beer on a table at Lacoon Pizza Mapo
    A 300 ml draft beer, the “maek” in pimaek.

    1. Half-and-half pizza: Super Lacoons and basil mascarpone (반반피자)

    Super Lacoons (슈퍼라쿤즈) is their version of a combination pizza, so the flavor is familiar, like the combination or pepperoni pizza you already know. It came out freshly baked with the toppings piled on generously; hard to go wrong with that. The basil mascarpone half was the more grown-up one, with fragrant basil and soft, creamy mascarpone working really well together.

    Half-and-half pizza with Super Lacoons and basil mascarpone at Lacoon Pizza Mapo
    Half Super Lacoons, half basil mascarpone.

    The biggest reason I rate this place, though: the pizza is not salty. It is generous without being heavy or harsh, and with a few sides it made a dinner the whole family enjoyed. The shop says it makes its salted butter dough fresh every day, and the cheese stretched a long way.

    Slices of combination pizza loaded with pepperoni, olives and toppings at Lacoon Pizza Mapo
    Plenty of toppings on every slice.
    Long cheese pull from a slice of pizza at Lacoon Pizza Mapo
    The cheese pull.

    2. Meat tomato ragu pasta (미트토마토 라구파스타)

    A familiar tomato sauce with lots of minced meat through it. It is not spicy, and it worked well as a side to share alongside the pizza. A shake of parmesan on top finishes it off.

    Meat tomato ragu pasta in a metal bowl at Lacoon Pizza Mapo
    Meat tomato ragu pasta.
    Forkful of spaghetti with meat ragu sauce at Lacoon Pizza Mapo
    Plenty of meat in the sauce.

    3. Cheese crust (치즈크러스트)

    Funny thing: my child liked the pizza edges more than the pasta. We had ordered the cheese crust, and watching the cheese stretch out of the crust made the edges the best part of the meal. The crust is chewy and nutty with cheese all the way through, so nothing was left on the plate. If you love a good food combo, cheese crust pizza plus ragu pasta is the one I’d order again; the rich sauce and the pizza go really well together.

    Pizza crust broken open to show melted cheese inside at Lacoon Pizza Mapo
    Cheese tucked inside the crust.

    Menu and prices (dine-in)

    DishPrice
    Half-and-half pizza, regular / large
    반반피자 R / L    		₩20,800 / ₩28,300
    ~$14.90 / $20.20
    Super Lacoons pizza, regular / large
    슈퍼라쿤즈 피자 R / L    		₩21,800 / ₩29,300
    ~$15.60 / $20.90
    Basil mascarpone pizza, regular / large
    바질마스카포네 피자 R / L    		₩24,800 / ₩32,300
    ~$17.70 / $23.10
    Lacoon cheese waterfall pizza (signature), regular / large
    라쿤치즈폭포 피자 R / L    		₩24,800 / ₩32,300
    ~$17.70 / $23.10
    Pizza R + pasta + soft drink set
    피자R/파스타 세트    		₩34,400
    ~$24.60
    Pizza L + pasta + soft drink set
    피자L/파스타세트    		₩41,900
    ~$29.90
    Meat tomato ragu pasta
    미트토마토 라구파스타    		₩13,800
    ~$9.90
    Favorite Toowoomba pasta (slightly spicy shrimp cream)
    페이보릿 투움바 파스타    		₩13,800
    ~$9.90
    Crispy hot chicken, half (4 pieces)
    [반마리] 크리스피핫치킨    		₩12,000
    ~$8.60
    Shoestring fries
    슈스트링 감자튀김    		₩3,800
    ~$2.70
    Cass draft beer 300 ml (dine-in only)
    300cc 카스 생맥주    		₩2,900
    ~$2.10
    Lacoon highball
    라쿤하이볼    		₩6,900
    ~$4.90
    Soju (bottle)
    참이슬 / 처음처럼 등    		₩5,000
    ~$3.60

    *USD figures are rough estimates at about ₩1,400 to $1. Prices are the dine-in menu on Naver Place; delivery prices are higher. Personal-size (P) pizzas start at ₩10,800. Prices can change.

    Tips for visitors

    • Expect a queue at dinner. There was a wait by 7 pm on a weekday. Naver takes reservations for 2 to 10 people, which is worth it for a group.
    • Get the set. Pizza, pasta and a drink together costs less than ordering them separately, and you can choose a half-and-half pizza.
    • Add the cheese crust. Especially if you have kids with you.
    • Watch the spicy items. Naver marks the Diablo pepperoni pizza, the hangover pasta, bulgogi premium pizza and the crispy hot chicken as spicy. Super Lacoons, basil mascarpone and the ragu pasta are safe picks.
    • Ordering phrase: “Banban pija juseyo” (반반피자 주세요) means “A half-and-half pizza, please.”
    • Driving? There is no on-site parking listed; Naver suggests the Mapo Yusuji public lot nearby.

    Is it kid-friendly?

    Yes, in my experience. Lots of families were eating there when we went, the pizza is not salty, and the ragu pasta is a safe non-spicy dish. My child happily worked through the cheese crust edges. It is lively in the evening with after-work groups, so it suits kids who don’t mind a busy room.

    My verdict

    Lacoon Pizza Mapo is a fun, good-value pizza and beer spot in a neighborhood full of office workers. The room is hip, the toppings are generous, the pizza is not salty, and the sets make it easy to feed a family or a group. The only real downside is the dinner wait. Go for a half-and-half pizza with the cheese crust, a ragu pasta on the side, and a cold draft beer if you drink.

    Lacoon Pizza Mapo FAQ

    Where is Lacoon Pizza Mapo and how do I get there?

    Lacoon Pizza Mapo is on the ground floor of 307 Tojeong-ro, Mapo-gu, about 290 m from Exit 1 of Mapo Station on Line 5. Walk straight from the exit for about 100 m to the entrance of the Yonggang-dong food alley, turn left into the alley, and the red storefront is about 80 m further on. It takes 3 to 4 minutes.

    What are the opening hours of Lacoon Pizza Mapo?

    Naver lists Lacoon Pizza Mapo as open every day from 11:00 to midnight. When I went at about 7 pm on a weekday there was already a wait, so come a little earlier for dinner or book ahead on Naver.

    What should I order at Lacoon Pizza Mapo?

    At Lacoon Pizza Mapo I would get a pizza and pasta set with a half-and-half pizza. We had Super Lacoons (their take on a combination pizza) and basil mascarpone, plus the meat tomato ragu pasta. Add the cheese crust option and a ₩2,900 draft beer if you drink.

    Is Lacoon Pizza Mapo good for kids?

    Yes. I went to Lacoon Pizza Mapo with my child, and there were plenty of other families there too. The pizzas are not salty, the meat tomato ragu pasta is not spicy, and my child loved the stretchy cheese crust. Just avoid the items Naver marks as spicy, like the Diablo pepperoni pizza.

    Can I book a table or park at Lacoon Pizza Mapo?

    Lacoon Pizza Mapo takes Naver reservations for groups of 2 to 10 and is set up for group dinners. Naver does not list parking at the shop itself; it points drivers to the Mapo Yusuji public parking lot (마포유수지공영주차장), open 24 hours. Takeout and delivery are also available.

    One stop away on Line 5: Oksoban in Gongdeok for shabu-shabu. More kid-friendly ideas: Sammi Tantanmyeon in Sinchon. All guides: Seoul restaurant guides.

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    Visited: July 2026. Prices and hours last checked: October 27, 2026, on Naver. Please check Naver Map before you go.

    This post is based on my own visit and photos. I used AI tools to help with the English wording.

  • Nani Yeouido: Izakaya with Private Booths at Yeouido Station Exit 3

    Nani Yeouido: Izakaya with Private Booths at Yeouido Station Exit 3

    In short

    Nani is a Japanese-style izakaya on the 3rd floor of the S-Trenue building, about 80 m from Yeouido Station Exit 3 in Seoul’s business district. It is known for partitioned booth seating and drinking snacks such as beef tataki and yakisoba with Asahi draft beer. It opens Monday to Saturday from 17:00 to 02:00 and is closed on Sundays.

    Yeouido is Seoul’s finance district, packed with office towers, so after-work drinking spots fill up fast. I was meeting a friend I had not seen in a while and wanted somewhere close to the station where we could actually hear each other. Nani (나니) Yeouido turned out to be exactly that: an izakaya with partitioned seats, a view of the city at night, and snacks made for beer.

    Quick facts

    • Korean name나니 여의도점 (Nani Yeouido)
    • Address3F, S-Trenue Building, 37 Gukjegeumyung-ro 2-gil, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
      서울 영등포구 국제금융로2길 37 에스트레뉴빌딩 3층
    • SubwayYeouido Station (Lines 5 and 9), Exit 3, about 80 m (1-minute walk)
    • HoursMon–Sat 17:00–02:00 (last order 01:00). Closed Sundays
    • PriceMost dishes ₩29,000–35,000 (about $21–25), meant for sharing
    • Good forAfter-work drinks, catching up with friends, small groups
    • ExtrasReservations on Naver (2–10 people), group seating, parking on B2–B3
    • Phone+82 507-1374-6007
    • MapOpen in Naver Map

    Finding it

    Come out of Exit 3 of Yeouido Station and the S-Trenue building is right in front of you. Take the elevator to the 3rd floor. Because it is so close to the station, it is an easy meeting point after work, which matters in Yeouido, where it can be hard to find a table in the evening.

    📍 Nani Yeouido (나니 여의도점), 3F S-Trenue Building, 37 Gukjegeumyung-ro 2-gil, Seoul · Naver Map · Google Maps

    Japanese-style entrance of Nani izakaya on the 3rd floor of S-Trenue building, Yeouido
    The entrance already feels like a Japanese pub.

    The entrance is full of Japanese pub-style signs and decorations. Inside, the seats are separated by partitions, so you are not sitting on top of the next table. With warm lighting and a view over Yeouido at night from the window side, it felt relaxed rather than noisy.

    Partitioned private booth seating at Nani Yeouido
    Window seats with a night view of Yeouido at Nani izakaya
    Window seats look out over Yeouido after dark.

    What I liked most was how easy it was to talk. When you have a lot to catch up on, not having to shout over other tables makes a big difference.

    What we ordered

    1. Beef tataki (소고기 다다끼, so-gogi da-da-kki)

    Our first plate was beef tataki: thin slices of beef seared on the outside and left red in the middle. It had a good, beefy flavor and came with a dipping sauce. Each slice is topped with wasabi, and there are sliced onions and crispy garlic chips to eat with it.

    Overall it is on the salty side, which is exactly why it works with beer. Dip it in the sauce for more savoriness, or wrap a slice around some onion for a cleaner bite. If you are not sure what to start with, this is the plate I would order first.

    Beef tataki with wasabi, sliced onion and garlic chips at Nani izakaya near Yeouido Station, Seoul
    A slice of seared beef tataki topped with wasabi
    Dipping beef tataki into its sauce
    Dip the tataki in the sauce that comes on the side.

    2. Asahi draft beer (아사히 생맥주)

    Not much to say here except that it was very smooth and went down easily with the salty snacks. Even on a night when you are not drinking much, a draft beer and one or two plates make for a satisfying evening.

    Two glasses of Asahi draft beer

    3. Yakisoba (야끼소바)

    The yakisoba portion was huge. It was packed with cabbage, bean sprouts and carrot, topped with bonito flakes, and had a nice smoky, wok-fried flavor. The noodles were bouncy and well seasoned, salty enough to call for another sip of beer.

    It is easily enough for two to share, so it works as a meal as well as a drinking snack. With so many vegetables it never felt greasy, and going back and forth between the yakisoba and the tataki kept things balanced.

    Yakisoba topped with bonito flakes, cabbage and bean sprouts
    Chewy yakisoba noodles with vegetables
    Yakisoba and beef tataki on the table at Nani Yeouido
    Beef tataki and yakisoba: an easy order for two.

    Menu and prices

    Prices below come from the restaurant’s Naver menu (updated August 2026). Beef tataki and yakisoba were not on the online list when I checked, so check the menu board for their current prices.

    DishPrice
    Assorted sashimi
    모듬사시미    		₩55,000
    ~$39
    Lamb shoulder rack (Australian, chilled)
    고급양갈비숄더랙    		₩43,000
    ~$31
    Nagasaki seafood hot pot (spicy or mild)
    나가사키해물나베    		₩35,000
    ~$25
    Brisket tantan hot pot
    차돌 탄탄나베    		₩35,000
    ~$25
    Grilled scallops with butter and cheese
    관자버터치즈구이    		₩31,000
    ~$22
    Tempura
    덴뿌라    		₩30,000
    ~$21
    Tuna tataki
    마구로다다끼    		₩29,000
    ~$21
    Pork belly yaki udon
    삼겹볶음우동    		₩29,000
    ~$21
    Seafood okonomiyaki
    해물오꼬노미야끼    		₩29,000
    ~$21
    Mochi tofu
    모찌리도후    		₩15,000
    ~$11

    *USD figures are rough estimates at about ₩1,400 to $1. Prices can change.

    Tips for visitors

    • Book ahead on weekdays. Yeouido is busy right after office hours; Naver reservations are open for 2–10 people.
    • Closed on Sundays. It opens at 17:00 Monday to Saturday and stays open until 2 a.m.
    • Order to share. Plates are large and priced for sharing, so two dishes plus drinks is plenty for two people.
    • Ask for a window seat if you want the night view; most other seats are in partitioned booths.
    • Ordering phrase: “Saengmaekju du jan juseyo” means “Two draft beers, please.”

    My verdict

    Nani Yeouido is an easy pick when you want a drink near Yeouido Station without a loud, crowded room. The beef tataki, the generous yakisoba and a cold Asahi made a simple but very satisfying combination, and the partitioned seats let us talk all evening. I would recommend it for office workers, friends catching up, or anyone staying around Yeouido who wants a relaxed Japanese-style pub.

    Nani Yeouido FAQ

    Where is Nani Yeouido?

    On the 3rd floor of the S-Trenue building at 37 Gukjegeumyung-ro 2-gil, about 80 m from Exit 3 of Yeouido Station (Lines 5 and 9).

    What are Nani Yeouido’s opening hours?

    Monday to Saturday 17:00 to 02:00 the next day, last order at 01:00. Closed on Sundays.

    What should I order at Nani Yeouido?

    Beef tataki and a big plate of yakisoba with Asahi draft beer was a great combination for two. The menu also has sashimi, nabe hot pots, tempura and lamb shoulder rack.

    Does Nani Yeouido have private seating?

    Yes. Most tables are separated by partitions, which makes it easy to talk without raising your voice. Some window seats look out over Yeouido at night.

    Can I book a table or park at Nani Yeouido?

    Reservations for 2 to 10 people are available on Naver, group seating is available, and the building has underground parking on B2 and B3.

    More places around Seoul: browse all Seoul restaurant guides, or try Decalcomanie in Haebangchon for another relaxed dinner spot.

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    Visited: October 2026. Hours and menu last checked: October 16, 2026, on Naver. Please check Naver Map before you go.

    This post is based on my own visit and photos. I used AI tools to help with the English wording.