Menu to Taste

Balwoo Gongyang

Korean Buddhist Temple Cuisine · Seoul · Michelin One Star · Chef Beompyo

Awarded one Michelin star, Balwoo Gongyang in Seoul serves plant-based Korean Buddhist temple cuisine operated by the Jogye Order. Situated opposite Jogyesa Temple, the venue serves multi-course seasonal tasting menus featuring lotus leaf-wrapped rice, fermented sauces, and private dining rooms.

5F, 71 Gyeonji-dong (56 Ujeongguk-ro), Jongno-gu, Seoul, Seoul

Menu

Dishes

  • Bomnamul-juk (Porridge with Spring Greens) — Juksang course - traditional Buddhist morning porridge with seasonal spring greens
  • Gwail Chung & Bangwool Tomato — Suljuksim course - cherry tomatoes marinated in fermented Korean fruit syrup
  • Maeum Course (마음) (60000) — Awareness of Mind - recommended full experience
  • Seon Course (선) (30000) — Joy of Meditation - weekday lunch special temple food course
  • Joy Set (희식 / Huisik) (90000)
  • Mind Set (마음식 / Maeumsik) (60000)
  • Hee Course (120000)
  • Won Course (50000)
  • Mind Set (60000)
  • Hong Beak Sun (Yam Pear Juice with Strawberry) — Refreshing dessert drink with yam, pear, and strawberry

Tasting Menu

  • 마음식 (Maeumsik) (60000)
  • 원식 (Wonsik) (45000)
  • 희식 (Huisik) (90000)

The Experience

Expect a formal atmosphere. The meal is structured around a tasting menu. A good fit for group dining.

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