Ratings
Review split — 3,537 on Korean platforms, 50 on Google. In Korea, Google reviews come mostly from visitors and Naver/Kakao/DiningCode mostly from Koreans. See where Koreans eat or where visitors eat.
Average ★ 4.4 across 4 sources (DiningCode's 100-point score converted to 5).
Why here
Niku King Burger serves sous-vide beef patties — cooked low at 56°C for two hours, then seared hard for a deep crust — from a compact spot tucked into the Yeonnam-dong backstreets near Hongik University. The name fuses the Japanese word for meat (niku) with 'king,' a nod to the kitchen's focus on patty technique over gimmicks. It's built a loyal following among burger obsessives beyond the usual cafe-hopping crowd.
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₩₩ · ₩15,000–40,000 per person
₩15,000–20,000 per person
Daily approx. 11:30–21:00
Short waits at peak
Waits build fast on weekends and around peak lunch/dinner; weekday off-peak visits or a reservation avoid the line.
Yeonnam-dong, Mapo
마포구 동교로34길 17, 1층 202호 (연남동) — show this to your taxi driver
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Good to know
What is NIKU KING BURGER?
NIKU KING BURGER is a burger, chicken and pizza restaurant in Yeonnam-dong, Seoul, operating since 2021. The dish to order is Rosé burger — sous-vide beef patty with a rosé sauce.
Do I need a reservation at NIKU KING BURGER?
No — NIKU KING BURGER is a walk-in spot, no reservation needed.
How long is the wait at NIKU KING BURGER?
At NIKU KING BURGER: Waits build fast on weekends and around peak lunch/dinner; weekday off-peak visits or a reservation avoid the line.
How much does NIKU KING BURGER cost per person?
Expect ₩15,000–40,000 per person at NIKU KING BURGER. ₩15,000–20,000 per person
Can I order at NIKU KING BURGER without Korean?
We haven't confirmed whether NIKU KING BURGER keeps an English menu — most neighbourhood spots in Seoul don't. This page lists what to order in English, and the restaurant's Korean name is printed on it, so you can show the name at the door and order by pointing at the counter. Cards are accepted almost everywhere, and there is no tipping.
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