Modern Shabu House in Gwanghwamun D Tower: Premium Shabu-Shabu Dining Experience

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Experience Premium Shabu-Shabu in Gwanghwamun

모던샤브하우스 광화문D타워점 in 광화문 — Image source: Google Places

If you’re exploring the Gwanghwamun area and craving quality shabu-shabu, 모던샤브하우스 광화문D타워점 (Modern Shabu House Gwanghwamun D Tower) offers a refined dining experience that many visitors appreciate. Located on the 5th floor of D Tower in Jongno-gu, this Japanese-style shabu-shabu restaurant is known for its fresh ingredients and variety of broths.

Menu and Dining Highlights

The restaurant features three main course levels—Signature, Special, and Excellent—each offering different cuts of beef and pork served with unlimited refills. The Signature course includes four types of meat: two beef cuts (chuck flap tail and brisket) and two pork cuts (neck and belly). All courses come with unlimited fresh vegetables from a well-maintained self-serve bar and unlimited beverages, including soft drinks.

A standout feature is the choice of nine distinct broths: mushroom, yuzu chili, kimchi, soybean paste, coconut green curry, milky cream, shrimp, tomato, and sukiyaki. Each broth is paired with a unique finishing dish, such as truffle risotto with mushroom broth or cheese tomato pasta with tomato broth, enhancing the overall dining journey. Guests can change their broth once during the meal for an additional fee.

Ordering is convenient via a tablet at each table, allowing easy refill requests without waiting for staff. The service is noted for being attentive and efficient.

Ambiance and Suitable Occasions

Visitors often describe the interior as elegant and modern, with dark wood tones and soft lighting creating a calm atmosphere. The spacious layout with wide table spacing and several private rooms (available for an extra charge) makes it suitable for family gatherings, business meetings, and special occasions. Some tables offer views of Gwanghwamun, adding to the dining pleasure.

While the price point is on the higher side, many reviews highlight the value in quality and service, with repeated visits common among patrons. The restaurant is especially recommended for those seeking a comfortable and upscale shabu-shabu experience in a central Seoul location.

Practical Tips

Operating hours are daily from 11:30 AM to 10:00 PM, with last orders at 9:00 PM.
Parking is available with two hours free, but spaces are limited; expect possible waits during peak times.
Reservations are strongly recommended and can be made via Naver Reservation.
Private room bookings incur a 50,000 KRW room charge.
Note that kimchi is not served; instead, a pickled vegetable called 궁채 장아찌 is offered.
Cola, Fanta, and cider are included unlimited in the meal price; alcoholic beverages are available at additional cost.

Location & How to Access

모던샤브하우스 광화문D타워점 is located at 서울특별시 종로구 종로3길 17 D타워 리플레이스 광화문 5층 (5th floor, D Tower Replace, 17 Jongno 3-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul). It is conveniently near Gwanghwamun Station, about 300 meters from exit 4, making it accessible by foot from major subway lines.

Phone contact for inquiries and reservations: 02-2251-8501.

Recent Local References (as of May 2026)

Google reviews consistently rate the restaurant highly (4.6/5) with praise for fresh ingredients, diverse broth options, and quality meats.
Local blogs emphasize the upscale interior, the unique broth-to-meal pairing system, and the convenience of tablet ordering.
Many visitors mention the pleasant atmosphere suitable for business or family occasions and the value of unlimited refills despite the premium pricing.

Please verify details before visiting as prices and policies may change.