Haeundae · Jung-dong / Pufferfish soup
Haeundae main branch
금수복국 해운대본점
A Michelin Guide Busan-listed institution near Haeundae Station, this pufferfish specialist has served bokguk around the clock on its ground floor for years. It's a classic Busan hangover cure and an introduction to a dish visitors rarely find outside Korea's coastal cities.
Korea on a Plate · Monthly 30 · October 2026
On a food route: Busan in 2 days
Bokguk · clear pufferfish soup with bean sprouts
Start with the clear silver-puffer soup — a light, savory broth meant to settle the stomach — and squeeze in the citron-chili paste at the table to taste.
What a visitor needs to know before going. Google Maps listing checked 2026-10-04; prices and stations from our own records.
The ground floor never closes, so it's a solid late-night or early-morning option when other kitchens are shut.
For allergies or dietary restrictions, ask the restaurant about ingredients and preparation before ordering.
FROM OTHER DINERS
Another bucket list spot for me, and this time it was all about pufferfish. Located right in Haeundae, it caught my attention right away. I did not realize it was Michelin Bib Gourmand at first, but after the meal, it made complete sense. This is exactly the kind of place that d
Had a wonderful meal at Geumsubokguk. The puffer fish soup was incredibly clean, light, and comforting, with a rich flavor that felt both healthy and satisfying. The fish was fresh and tender, and the variety of side dishes complemented the meal perfectly. The restaurant has a lo
Our first time trying pufferfish! The fried pufferfish was nice and crispy, but it didn’t have much of a distinctive fish taste - more like chicken nuggets? But not bad. The non-spicy soup one was the highlight - it was a really interesting experience for first-timers. Definitely
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NEAR YOU
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Start with the clear silver-puffer soup — a light, savory broth meant to settle the stomach — and squeeze in the citron-chili paste at the table to taste.
Expect about ₩20,000 per person. Silver puffer soup ₩15,000; kkachibok soup ₩23,000; lunch set ₩33,000.
24 hours. Open daily.
Geumsu Bokguk Haeundae main branch is at 23 Jung-dong 1-ro 43beon-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan in Busan. In Korean the address is 부산광역시 해운대구 중동1로43번길 23. The nearest station is Haeundae Station (Line 2), about 600 m.
Geumsu Bokguk Haeundae main branch suits Late night, Early breakfast, Not spicy.
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