Four minutes from Exit 10 of Jung-dong Station: a bowl of Haeundae Gaya Milmyeon, served since 1998

Why Haeundae Gaya Milmyeon brought the refugee-era dish milmyeon to Jwadongsunhwan-ro in May 1998

Haeundae Gaya Milmyeon is a restaurant specializing in milmyeon, founded in May 1998. Busan’s milmyeon is known to have developed during the Korean War in the early 1950s, based on flour brought in by refugees and relief supplies. Its key feature is the use of noodles made by mixing wheat flour and starch instead of the buckwheat noodles used in naengmyeon.

The restaurant’s information states that its broth is made by simmering beef brisket, beef shank, native chicken feet, whole ginger, whole onions, whole garlic, and medicinal herbs for 48 hours, then aging it for more than a year. Mulmilmyeon is topped with seasoning sauce, pickled radish, cucumber, boiled egg, meat garnish, and partially frozen broth. The main menu consists of mulmilmyeon, bibimmyeon, and dumplings.

Four minutes from Jung-dong Station Exit 10, with an easier subway route than Haeundae Beach

The address is 27 Jwadongsunhwan-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan Metropolitan City. The restaurant is described as being about a four-minute walk from Exit 10 of Jung-dong Station on Busan Metro Line 2. Rather than walking directly from accommodations around Haeundae Beach, it is simpler to take Line 2 for one stop from Haeundae Station and get off at Jung-dong Station.

Past visitor reviews record that walking from the area around Haeundae Beach to the restaurant took 20–25 minutes. On summer afternoons, taking the subway or a taxi may be preferable to walking all the way from the beach. The restaurant has separate men’s and women’s restrooms, and takeout and credit card payments are reportedly available.

Operating hours of 10:00–21:00 and why you should confirm by phone at 051-747-9404

According to tourism information, the restaurant is open daily from 10:00 to 21:00, and the main telephone number is 051-747-9404–5. No separate regular closing day has been confirmed, so it is safest to call before setting out to check for holiday closures, temporary closures, sold-out ingredients, and the day’s operating hours.

No official standalone website URL could be confirmed. The Korea Tourism Organization’s VISITKOREA has a page introducing Haeundae Gaya Milmyeon, and visitors who need information in a foreign language can use the language-switching function on that page. Reservations are directed to be made by phone, but for a regular meal, it is more realistic to plan on ordering on site.

• Operating hours: 10:00–21:00
• Phone: 051-747-9404–5
• Address: 27 Jwadongsunhwan-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan Metropolitan City
• Signature dish: Milmyeon

Three choices—mulmilmyeon, bibimmyeon, and dumplings—with self-service hot broth

A visitor review recording the 2021 menu listed milmyeon at KRW 7,000, bibimmyeon at KRW 7,500, dumplings at KRW 5,000, an extra noodle portion at KRW 3,000, and a large-size supplement of KRW 1,000. A 2022 review recorded mulmilmyeon at KRW 8,000, bibimmyeon at KRW 8,500, and dumplings at KRW 5,000, confirming that prices may change. Current prices should be reconfirmed on the menu at the restaurant or by phone.

Reviews repeatedly explain that ordering and payment were made in advance and that water and hot broth were self-service. For mulmilmyeon, diners are advised to add vinegar and mustard to taste, while a small amount of hot broth can be mixed into bibimmyeon. For two people, pairing mulmilmyeon or bibimmyeon with dumplings is frequently mentioned, but preferences for spicy seasoning vary considerably.

A record of 20 groups waiting at 13:00 on a weekend: the difference between 11:00 in the morning and later afternoon

Wait times vary greatly by season and day of the week. A visitor review from 13:00 on a weekend in June 2021 recorded 20 groups waiting ahead, while a visit shortly after 11:00 the following week reportedly allowed entry without a wait. In July 2022, another review recorded a wait of 13 groups even at 14:00.

Therefore, on a summer weekend, it may be best to consider visiting shortly after opening, during the 11:00 hour, or later in the afternoon after the usual lunch peak. However, some reviews note that noodle meals are relatively quick, allowing tables to turn over quickly. Rather than giving up immediately based only on the number of people waiting, it is better to consider both the number of groups ahead and the flow of admissions.

Parking is available in front of the restaurant, but space is limited: considerations for rental-car travelers

Tourism information lists parking as available and identifies a parking lot as an amenity. However, visitor reviews from both 2021 and 2022 mention that the parking area in front of the restaurant is narrow or limited. This means that during times when a lunch queue forms, you may also have to wait for a parking space.

If arriving by car, it is better for one passenger to get out first and check the situation while the driver considers nearby paid parking lots rather than immediately attempting to enter. Reliable official information about wheelchair and stroller routes, dedicated parking spaces, or ramps could not be confirmed, so calling ahead is necessary.

Who should choose a meal near Jung-dong instead of a beach meal, and who should avoid it

Haeundae Gaya Milmyeon may not suit an itinerary focused on finding a restaurant directly in front of the beach. However, its four-minute access from Jung-dong Station Exit 10 and long hours from 10:00 to 21:00 make it convenient for adding a meal late in the morning or early in the evening from accommodations in Haeundae or Jung-dong.

Because milmyeon centers on cold broth and seasoning, it may be a lower priority for those seeking a warm soup-based meal or a quiet, leisurely dining atmosphere. Reviews praise the broth of the mulmilmyeon, chewy dumpling wrappers, and generous portions, while repeatedly pointing out the limited parking and lunchtime waits. The meal itself takes about 30–45 minutes, but on summer weekends it is safest to allow additional time for waiting.