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Gwanghwamun Dong-a Ilbo Employee Cafeteria “Biwon”

The Gwanghwamun area is a representative bustling district and an office-dense area in Seoul. It’s also a place where many media companies are located. In the underground shopping areas of various buildings, you can find a variety of restaurants. Larger companies like Dong-a Ilbo operate employee cafeterias for their staff.

“Dong-a Ilbo in Gwanghwamun, Employee Cafeteria ‘Biwon'”

Dong-a Ilbo, located in Gwanghwamun, operates an employee cafeteria. This restaurant can be found on the basement floor of the Dong-a Ilbo building. Before COVID-19, people from other companies could also come here for meals, but after the pandemic, it’s been operated in a more closed manner.

Of course, outsiders can still come and have a meal, but you need an employee ID card to enter through the entrance. This structure makes it a bit ambiguous for outsiders to visit and have a meal.

“Operated by OurHome, Dong-a Ilbo Employee Cafeteria”

The Dong-a Ilbo Employee Cafeteria is operated by OurHome. Thanks to this, they provide quality meals at reasonable prices. As of 2022, one meal ticket is priced at 5,800 won, which is quite affordable considering the recent rapid rise in prices.

Especially in Gwanghwamun, which is one of the central areas of Seoul, it’s rare to find a restaurant in this price range. It’s a restaurant that boasts a very high cost-performance ratio.

“Meal Ticket 5,800 Won”

You can purchase meal tickets through the meal ticket vending machine located at the entrance of the restaurant. After purchasing the ticket, you can enter the employee cafeteria, where you’ll see two different courses. You can choose the menu you want and enjoy your meal.

The atmosphere of the restaurant is exactly what you’d expect from an employee cafeteria, a place where you can have a quick and convenient meal.

With its affordable prices and decent food quality for the price, it’s a great place to visit when you want a simple meal.

“Seoul Gwanghwamun, Dong-a Ilbo Employee Cafeteria, Biwon”

  • Address: B1, Dong-a Ilbo Building, 1 Cheonggyecheon-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
  • Operating Hours: (Everyday) 11:30 – 21:00