Ruppo
루뽀
About
Moody Italian-leaning dining room near Gwanghwamun with lush green views, creative pasta dishes, and an extensive wine list.
Tucked on the second floor of the Center Point Building just steps from Gwanghwamun Station, Lupo—named after the Italian word for wolf—feels like a polished subterranean den set against the treetops of Jongno. The dining room balances low, moody illumination with leafy views from large window tables, while tucked-away curtained booths provide an intimate backdrop popular for dates and blind introductions. Ordering is done via digital NFC tags at the table, matching the sleek, contemporary tone of the room. The kitchen applies classical technique to plates that weave in familiar Korean aromatics. A signature standout is the perilla leaf pesto chicken pasta, matching crisp-skinned, tender poultry with the herbal, peppery brightness of Korean perilla rather than standard basil. For seafood, the chipotle *polpo* pairs charred, exceptionally tender octopus with a smoky chili warmth, offset by smooth mashed potatoes. The rich truffle risotto arrives aromatic with earthy fragrance, crowned with a poached egg that enriches the creamy, individually textured grains of rice. Other distinct options include a savory seaweed-butter shrimp pasta, catering to diners looking for nuanced fusion profiles. Service is notably attentive, reinforcing Lupo’s reputation as a dependable choice before an evening stroll across Gwanghwamun Square or a night tour at nearby Gyeongbokgung Palace. The cellar policy is equally accommodating for dinner gatherings: purchasing a qualifying bottle from the restaurant’s list unlocks corkage-free privileges for brought-in wine. Whether settling into a window seat for seasonal plates or pairing braised octopus with a glass of red, the space hits an understated, sophisticated stride in central Seoul.
Menu
- Chipotle Polpo₩33,000
- Perilla Leaf Pesto Chicken Pasta₩24,000
- Truffle Risotto₩25,000
- 이베리코목살스테이크₩48,000
- 리옹 샐러드₩25,000
- 볼로네제₩26,000
- 평일런치코스(1인)₩41,000
- 프레쉬트러플리조또(평일점심)₩39,000
- 램라구와나초(평일저녁&휴일)₩22,000
- 루뽀플레이트(평일저녁&휴일)₩26,000
- 프로슈토플레이트(평일저녁&휴일)₩24,000
Local tips
- Reserve window seats in advance via CatchTable for lush treetop views.
- Order a 60,000 KRW bottle from the wine list to get free corkage for up to 2 BYOB bottles.
- Tag your smartphone via NFC TagHere at the table to view the digital menu and order.
- Parking is free for 1 hour on weekday lunch, and 2 hours on weekday dinner and weekends.
Details
- Gwanghwamun Station
Opening hours
- Sunday
- 12:00–21:00
- Monday
- 11:30–22:00
- Tuesday
- 11:30–22:00
- Wednesday
- 11:30–22:00
- Thursday
- 11:30–22:00
- Friday
- 11:30–22:00
- Saturday
- 12:00–22:00