Hey George
American home-style pasta, steak & risotto in Yeonnam-dong, Seoul
Yeonnam-dong's favorite American bistro.
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36 DiningCode reviewsSteak, pasta, and risotto in Yeonnam-dong.
Hey George is an American home-style restaurant in a Yeonnam-dong lane, ten minutes on foot from Hongdae. The kitchen runs on steak, pasta, and risotto: a House Steak for the middle of the table, Cajun Shrimp Rose Pasta, Jambalaya Rose Risotto, and Waffle Chicken when the table wants one more. Olive-green walls, warm lamps, and old magazines make the dining room feel like a friend's place.
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A Yeonnam-dong restaurant for pasta, steak, and risotto
Comparing restaurants in Yeonnam-dong? Wondering where to eat in Yeonnam-dong tonight, shortlisting places to eat in Yeonnam-dong for a Seoul trip, or craving pasta near Hongdae? Come to Hey George. We're an American home-style and Western restaurant with five pastas, two risottos, a House Steak worth clearing your evening for, and casual plates that keep everyone at the table happy. Check the current menu, pick your order, then come hungry.
Hey George dishes and prices at a glance
A closer look at the dishes guests order most, with prices.
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White Ragu Truffle Cream Pasta
₩16,000Est. US$12 · Est. €10
Duck Steak Cream Risotto
₩17,000Est. US$12 · Est. €11
Waffle Chicken
₩16,000Est. US$12 · Est. €10
House Steak
₩31,000Est. US$23 · Est. €20A vintage-minded table in a Yeonnam-dong lane
Olive walls, warm lighting, old magazines, and playful details shape the real Hey George dining room, an easy, casual table for date night or dinner with friends near Hongdae. The photographs here show the restaurant as it is.
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About 10 minutes from Hongik University Station Exit 3
Navigate to 1F, 42-24 Donggyo-ro 46-gil. At street level, look for the green “AMERICAN 383-96 HOMMEAL” sign above the Hey George storefront.
Daily 12:00–21:00 · Last order 20:00
1F, 42-24 Donggyo-ro 46-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South KoreaSee hours and full directionsWhat guests have shared about Hey George
“Amazing food and the staff are super friendly.”
“Wow Italian food done right in Seoul! Pasta is al dente, and flavorful. So rich and creamy.”
“This cozy, foreigner-friendly bistro features a convenient QR code menu and is perfect for dates or solo dining.”
“친구랑 좀 충동적으로 방문한 연남동에서 발견한 예쁜 식당이었어요.”
“인스타감성 맛집으로 찾아갔는데 매장 분위기 넘 좋고 모든 메뉴 다 맛있었어요 연남동 가면 또 갈 예정입니다~~”
Know before you go
What kind of restaurant is Hey George?
Hey George is an American home-style restaurant in Yeonnam-dong. The menu runs on steak, pasta, risotto, and casual Western plates.
Where is Hey George?
1F, 42-24 Donggyo-ro 46-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Is Hey George near Hongdae?
Yes. Hey George sits in Yeonnam-dong, right by Hongdae, about a 10-minute walk from Hongik University Station Exit 3.
How far is it from Hongik University Station?
About a 10-minute walk from Hongik University Station Exit 3.
What are the opening hours?
Daily 12:00–21:00, last order 20:00.
Does Hey George serve pasta?
Five right now, split across oil, cheddar, rosé, cream, and tomato bases.
Does the menu include steak and risotto?
Both. The House Steak is on the menu along with two risottos, and prices for everything are on the Menu page.
What is the price range at Hey George?
Pasta and risotto run ₩16,000–₩17,000, sides are ₩6,000–₩13,000, and the House Steak is ₩31,000.
What should I order on a first visit?
Start with the House Steak or Waffle Chicken, add the Cajun Shrimp Rose Pasta or a risotto, and split the Fried Sweet Potato with Chili Mayo. Come hungry.
Does Hey George have an English menu?
Yes. Every dish on this site carries an English name next to the Korean name and the KRW price, so you know exactly what you're ordering.
Is Hey George good for international visitors?
Yes. The menu is fully bilingual, guests on Google describe the bistro as foreigner-friendly, and the Visit page walks you through the route from Hongik University Station.
Do I need a reservation, or can I walk in?
Walk-ins are welcome, or you can reserve a table through Naver. Hours: Daily 12:00–21:00, last order 20:00.
Is Hey George suitable for date night in Yeonnam-dong?
Yes. It's a casual Yeonnam-dong room for lunch or dinner, with pasta, steak, risotto, wine, beer, and soft drinks on the menu.
Is parking available at Hey George?
No dedicated parking. If you're driving, check Naver Map for nearby public or paid lots before you set out.
Which restaurants near Hongdae serve pasta?
Hey George, for one. We're a Yeonnam-dong pasta restaurant a short walk from Hongdae, with five pastas plus steak, risotto, and casual Western dishes.