Balwoo Gongyang (사찰음식 전문점 발우공양)

Explanation

Balwoo Gongyang, located in front of the main gate of Jogyesa Temple, is a temple food restaurant operated by the Cultural Corps of Korean Buddhism. "Balwoo" refers to meals for monks and it means that the act of eating is also a process to realizing the truth. Their food is made with seasonal ingredients to bring out the best flavor of each season, and all ingredients, including meat, are prepared without any additives to provide the most health-conscious and environmentally friendly meals.

Information Use

Representative menu : Won Course

Contact and Information : +82-2-733-2081

Business hours : 11:30-21:00 (Break time 15:00-18:00)

Parking facilities : Available

Day off : Sundays

Handling menu : Seon Course, Won Course, Maeum Course, Hee Course, and Beop Course

Location

56 Ujeongguk-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul Temple Stay Information Center Level 5

Directions

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