Yuhwa — Restaurant in Busan

Tucked discreetly into a quiet building on the outskirts of Busan, Yuhwa doesn’t announce itself with grandeur it simply delivers. With only eight seats and an atmosphere of calm, refined intimacy, it offers a dining experience rooted in precision, warmth, and quiet mastery.

We were the last guests of the evening, and the chef welcomed us with an elegant, unhurried cadence. The omakase began with abalone, tender and pristine, followed by a clear clam soup delicate and balanced, the kind of dish that resets your palate and slows time. From there, the meal unfolded as a procession of nigiri: kingfish, tuna, scallop, prawn each piece impeccably fresh, thoughtfully composed, and subtly expressive.

Our son, a dedicated sushi enthusiast in his own right, ate with the calm focus of a monk. The chef noticed, smiled, and later told us the restaurant was named after his four-year-old daughter a detail that added a quiet emotional resonance to the meal.

Just when we thought the experience had reached its peak, we were served a golden ebi fry paired with cold soba, followed by nori maki, and one final, flawless course. Dessert arrived as a scoop of mango sorbet simple, vibrant, and met with pure joy.

The price? Surprisingly modest. For the level of technique, quality, and atmosphere, it felt not only fair but generous.

Yuhwa isn’t a place you stumble into. It’s a place you seek out, savor slowly, and quietly tell your...

This place is a hidden gem. For 60.000 you will get a WONDERFUL omakase experience. Ingredients were amazing, staff, everything. I went during lunch (had to book with a catch a table). Def recommend. Anywhere else in the world the same experience would be 2/3x the price,...

Great omakase! Chef spoke Korean to the 4 sets of clients mostly. But spoke English yo us when absolutely necessary. Like what to dip etc. The restaurant is on the 2nd floor of the building. A little hard to find especially if you don’t read...