Hawaii Clam Hongdae Branch
하와이조개 홍대점
About
A Hongdae shellfish spot serving grilled clams with a complimentary mussel soup, plus outdoor seating and late-night hours.
At 하와이조개 홍대점, the meal begins with a small decision: grilled clams or clam hotpot? Either way, this Mapo seafood spot is built for lingering over a bubbling pot, a grill, and something cold to drink. It sits in a basement, but the mood described by diners is bright and casual rather than tucked-away; when the weather is mild, open-front and outdoor seating bring in a little breeze. The signature order is the two-person grilled-clam set, a generous spread centered on scallops and assorted clams. The grill does the work slowly, turning the table into part of the evening. Alongside the shellfish, one account describes cheese-topped scallops, squid, shrimp, and sausage, so there’s more to pick at while the clams cook. Diners also report that a mussel soup comes with the grilled-clam order. Save room for the next move: cooking ramen in the broth makes a warming finish, especially after the smoky, briny flavors of the grill. If you’d rather skip the grill, clam hotpot is another main option. Fresh shrimp dishes, including grilled shrimp and raw shrimp, are also listed; one visitor’s shrimp meal came with a spicy, warming mussel broth and shrimp heads finished with butter. The menu’s range makes this a natural choice for a group with mixed appetites, while the informal setting suits a lively dinner with friends or a relaxed date. Drinks extend beyond the usual beer and soju to include wine and spirits, and one blog reports that corkage is free for one bottle. The restaurant is also described as offering unlimited ramen, a particularly appealing extra when the table has already been drawn into the pleasure of waiting, grilling, and sharing. Come for the shellfish; stay for the communal rhythm: shells piling up, broth simmering, and one more bowl of noodles before calling it a night.
Menu
- Hawaii Grilled Clams for Two₩53,800
- Fresh Grilled Shrimp
- 바다의맛양념가리비회₩16,000
- 해변의소라숙회₩25,000
- 해변의소라구이₩25,000
- Live Octopus₩20,000
- 진짜해산물떡볶이₩15,000
- 트러플 통영 삼배채굴(700g)₩20,000
- 통가리비구이(2인)₩58,800
- 랍스타조개세트₩130,000
- 마라조개전골(2인)₩48,800
Local tips
- Try the two-person Hawaii grilled-clam set; it includes assorted shellfish and accompaniments.
- Free corkage is available for one bottle.
- Free parking is available, but spaces may fill up; nearby public parking is an alternative.
- Arrive early for dinner, as waits can form during busy evening hours.
- The kitchen takes last orders at 1:00 a.m.
Details
- Hongik University Station
Opening hours
- Sunday
- 16:00–02:00
- Monday
- 16:00–02:00
- Tuesday
- 16:00–02:00
- Wednesday
- 16:00–02:00
- Thursday
- 16:00–02:00
- Friday
- 16:00–02:00
- Saturday
- 16:00–02:00