Heuksim: A Premium Tonkatsu Experience in Jeonju's Gaeklidan-gil

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Hello, I'm Dami, your travel curator.

Jeonju is a city where history and flavor coexist, with attractions like the Hanok Village, Gyeonggijeon Shrine, and Jeollagamyeong-gil Road. Today, I'm introducing Heuksim (흑심), a premium tonkatsu restaurant in Jeonju known for its 'must-wait' reputation.

The main branch is located in Jeonju's Gaeklidan-gil, a street named after combining 'Gaeksa' from Jeollagamyeong (a historical government office) and Seoul's Gyeonglidan-gil (a popular street in Itaewon).

This area, once an old commercial district, has recently transformed into Jeonju's version of Gyeonglidan-gil, with trendy cafes and restaurants popping up!

Jeonju Gaeklidan-gil Heuksim Tonkatsu

📍 Location: 1st floor, 27-1 Jeollagamyeong 2-gil, Wansan-gu, Jeonju-si, Jeollabuk-do

⏰ Operating Hours: 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM (Break Time: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM)

🗓️ Closed: Every Monday

🅿️ Parking: No dedicated parking lot - nearby public parking lots available (Jeollagamyeong Parking Lot, near Wansan Police Station), street parking possible

📱 Reservation/Waiting: Remote queuing possible via the Tabling app (confirmation required upon arrival)

🍴 Signature Dishes: Rosu Katsu (loin cutlet), Hire Katsu (fillet cutlet), Special Rosu (special loin), Assorted Katsu, Ebi Katsu (shrimp cutlet), Katsu Sando (cutlet sandwich), Curry

⭐ Features:

Pork aged using a combination of wet and dry aging methods & koji salt curing
Truffle oil, Himalayan pink salt, and katsu sauce provided on each table
Rice and cabbage salad refills available

I visited on a Saturday at 11:40 AM, and I heard it's a popular spot for Jeonju locals with frequent waits.

When I went inside, I was the last customer before they started a waitlist! It's that popular.

Although there isn't a designated waiting area, they recommended the nearby Daga Traveler's Library and a second-hand shop located on the 2nd floor of the same building.

Interior

The restaurant is cozy, with one group table and the rest being counter seats.

The clean and neat interior shows how much the owner cares for the restaurant!

Delicious Tonkatsu

Menu

Here's the menu I took a picture of.

On this day, I ordered the Assorted Katsu Set, Sasami Katsu Set (chicken tenderloin cutlet), and Ebi Katsu Sando (shrimp cutlet sandwich) as a side.

They also wrote tips on how to eat Heuksim tonkatsu for maximum enjoyment!

After ordering a zero-calorie cola, the food came out one after another.

They even served the cola in a chilled copper cup filled with ice. Thanks to that, I was able to enjoy a cold cola until the end of the meal!

Assorted Katsu

Assorted Katsu Set: The set included both loin and fillet cuts, with a thin, crispy exterior and a moist interior. The savory flavor of the loin and the tenderness of the fillet were felt at once, making it a great choice for katsu beginners.

Ebi Katsu Sando

Ebi Katsu Sando: Crispy fried shrimp cutlets wrapped in soft bread and tartar sauce. Despite being fried, it wasn't too oily, making it perfect as a snack.

Sasami Katsu

Sasami Katsu Set: Made with chicken tenderloin, it had a light and clean taste, and the flavor really came alive when dipped in truffle oil.

The truffle oil is the key!

I couldn't capture it in the photos, but there were real truffle shavings in the oil, making the aroma and taste really intense!

Truffles can be a hit or miss, but if you usually like truffles, you'll absolutely love it!

I practically soaked my tonkatsu in the truffle oil 😋

It was that delicious.

Editor’s note

Heuksim in Jeonju is a place where the title of 'premium tonkatsu' is well-deserved. From the aging process to the provided sauces and table setting, you can feel the meticulous attention to detail. While parking can be a bit inconvenient, a walk through Gaeklidan-gil can make it an even more special dining experience.

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