Restaurant by Culinary Class Wars “One Two Three” Chef Bae Kyung-jun
Culinary Class Wars, Netflix’s Korean cooking competition series, gained major attention in Korea and internationally by bringing skilled chefs together for a series of culinary challenges. Chef Bae Kyung-jun appeared on the show under the nickname “One Two Three” and attracted attention through competitions including his one-on-one match with Chef Choi Hyun-seok. He now leads Bornyon, a contemporary Korean fine dining restaurant in Gangnam, Seoul. The restaurant combines Korean ingredients with wood-fire cooking, allowing visitors to experience a modern interpretation of Korean cuisine.
• Chef featured on Culinary Class Wars
• Competition name: One Two Three
• Chef’s name: Bae Kyung-jun
• Korean fine dining restaurant in Gangnam, Seoul
• Korean ingredients combined with wood-fire cooking
What Kind of Korean Restaurant Is Bornyon?
Bornyon is a Korean wood-fire dining restaurant located in Nonhyeon-dong, Gangnam, Seoul. Its Korean name, 本然, refers to reaching the natural or essential state of something, reflecting the restaurant’s focus on the authentic flavor of each ingredient. Bornyon combines Korea’s seasonal food culture and fermentation traditions with one of the oldest cooking methods: fire. Rather than simply reproducing traditional Korean dishes, the restaurant interprets familiar ingredients through contemporary fine dining techniques while maintaining a strong connection to Korea’s 24 seasonal divisions and changing ingredients throughout the year.
• Contemporary Korean dining
• Wood-fire-centered cooking
• Seasonal Korean ingredients
• Korean fermentation combined with modern techniques
• Menus inspired by Korea’s 24 seasonal divisions
• Fine dining experience with views of central Gangnam
Chef Bae Kyung-jun’s Culinary Background
Chef Bae Kyung-jun brings both international and Korean fine dining experience to Bornyon. His professional background includes experience at Gramercy Tavern in New York and Mosu in Seoul. At Bornyon, he focuses on seasonal Korean produce while using wood fire and fermentation as key elements of his cuisine. Rather than relying only on elaborate presentation or technique, his approach places importance on the natural taste, balance, and seasonality of the ingredients.
• Experience at Gramercy Tavern in New York
• Experience at Mosu in Seoul
• Appeared on Culinary Class Wars as “One Two Three”
• Focus on seasonal Korean ingredients
• Wood-fire and fermentation techniques
• Head chef of Bornyon
Korean Tasting Menu Inspired by the 24 Seasonal Divisions
The menu at Bornyon reflects Korea’s traditional 24 seasonal divisions rather than maintaining exactly the same courses throughout the year. Seasonal ingredients from different regions of Korea are used to express the flavors of each period. A fall menu, for example, has featured ingredients such as Wando seaweed, Wanju tomatoes, Jeju striped jack, Seongju Korean melon, Gapyeong pine nuts, Pocheon makgeolli, Dangjin black soybeans, Gyeongsan peaches, Yeosu pike conger, Gijang seaweed, Tongyeong butterfish, Ganggyeong salted hairtail, Damyang shiitake mushrooms, truffles, Bonghwa duck, Jeongeup bokbunja, Naju Korean beef, Jinju burdock, Cheongdo minari, Boseong pine shoots, Taean gamtae, and Yeongju gochujang. The exact tasting menu can change according to the season.
• Wando seaweed and Wanju tomatoes
• Jeju striped jack and Seongju Korean melon
• Gapyeong pine nuts and Pocheon makgeolli
• Dangjin black soybeans and Gyeongsan peaches
• Yeosu pike conger and Gijang seaweed
• Tongyeong butterfish and Ganggyeong salted hairtail
• Damyang shiitake mushrooms and truffles
• Bonghwa duck and Jeongeup bokbunja
• Naju Korean beef and Jinju burdock
• Cheongdo minari and Boseong pine shoots
• Taean gamtae and Yeongju gochujang
Bornyon Tasting Menu Price and Pairings
The Bornyon tasting menu is currently listed at KRW 230,000 per person. The restaurant also offers pairing programs called “Mat Majung,” which can be selected as wine pairings or a non-alcoholic tea pairing. Because the menu follows seasonal ingredients and may change over time, both the course composition and prices should be reconfirmed when making a reservation.
• Bornyon tasting menu: KRW 230,000 per person
• 4 Wine Pairing: KRW 110,000 per person
• 7 Wine Pairing: KRW 230,000 per person
• Non-Alcohol Tea Pairing: KRW 90,000 per person
• Course composition may change by season
• Check the latest menu and pricing before visiting
Korean Flavors Expressed Through Wood Fire and Fermentation
Wood fire is one of the central elements of the dining experience at Bornyon. Cooking directly over fire is one of humanity’s oldest culinary methods, and the restaurant combines this fundamental technique with Korean fermentation and seasonal produce. The strength and timing of the fire, smoke, and fermented ingredients can create different flavors even when using familiar meat, seafood, or vegetables. This allows Bornyon to present a style of contemporary Korean cuisine that differs from a conventional Korean barbecue experience.
• Wood-fire cooking
• Natural flavor combined with smoke and heat
• Korean fermented ingredients
• Courses that change according to the season
• Traditional cooking concepts interpreted in a contemporary way
Gangnam Night Views and a Terrace Dining Atmosphere
The space itself is also part of the experience at Bornyon. Located on the seventh floor of a building in Nonhyeon-dong, the restaurant offers views across the Gangnam cityscape through large windows. Since Bornyon mainly operates as an evening restaurant, diners can experience the transition from daylight into the illuminated Seoul skyline during the course of their meal. The atmosphere can also make the restaurant suitable for anniversary dinners, dates, and other special occasions.
• Views of the Gangnam cityscape
• Restaurant located on the 7th floor
• Large windows overlooking Seoul
• Terrace atmosphere
• Suitable for anniversary and date-night dining
International Travelers Can Reserve Through Catchtable
Many fine dining restaurants in Korea operate primarily through advance reservations, and Bornyon also follows a reservation-based system. International visitors can use Catchtable to check available dates and make reservations, which can make the booking process easier for travelers who are unfamiliar with Korean restaurant reservation systems. Final availability is confirmed during the actual booking and payment process, and popular dates or weekends can sell out early, so booking in advance is recommended once your Korea travel schedule is confirmed.
• Reservations available through Catchtable
• International travelers can use the reservation platform
• Popular dates may sell out early
• Reservation is finalized during the booking and payment process
• Advance booking recommended once travel dates are confirmed
Celebration Cake at Bornyon
Bornyon also offers a special bang-a chocolate and mulberry jam cake for birthdays and anniversaries. The cake is priced at KRW 20,000 and should be reserved at least one day in advance. It contains a small amount of alcohol, although a non-alcoholic version can be requested. Guests can also add a short lettering message, making it a convenient option when combining the tasting menu with a birthday or anniversary celebration.
• Bang-a chocolate and mulberry jam cake
• Price: KRW 20,000
• Reservation required at least one day in advance
• Contains a small amount of alcohol
• Non-alcoholic version available upon request
• Short lettering message can be added
Bornyon Facilities and Services
Bornyon provides several facilities and services suitable for dates, celebrations, and small group dining. Reservations, wireless internet, and separate restrooms for men and women are available, while sommelier service and vegan menu-related options are also listed. Guests with food allergies, dietary restrictions, or ingredients they cannot eat should communicate those requirements in advance during the reservation process whenever possible.
• Reservations available
• Sommelier service
• Vegan menu-related options
• Group dining available
• Birthday and anniversary services
• Wi-Fi
• Separate male and female restrooms
Bornyon Location and Public Transportation
Bornyon is located at 7F, 742 Nonhyeon-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul. The restaurant is accessible from Hak-dong Station on Seoul Subway Line 7 and is approximately 460 meters from Exit 8. Its Nonhyeon location also makes it convenient to combine dinner with other activities in nearby areas such as Sinsa, Apgujeong, and Cheongdam.
• Address: 7F, 742 Nonhyeon-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
• Nearest station: Hak-dong Station, Seoul Subway Line 7
• Recommended exit: Hak-dong Station Exit 8
• Approximately 460 meters from Exit 8
• Convenient for itineraries around Nonhyeon, Sinsa, and Apgujeong
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Catchtable to Bornyon
Bornyon Opening Hours
The currently listed opening hours for Bornyon are 5:30 PM to 10:30 PM from Tuesday through Saturday, with the final order at 7:30 PM. The restaurant is regularly closed on Sundays and Mondays. Operating hours may change during Korean public holidays or special schedules. Some official information has also listed evening service until 11:00 PM, so travelers should prioritize the opening hours shown on their confirmed reservation before visiting.
• Tuesday: 17:30–22:30 / Last order 19:30
• Wednesday: 17:30–22:30 / Last order 19:30
• Thursday: 17:30–22:30 / Last order 19:30
• Friday: 17:30–22:30 / Last order 19:30
• Saturday: 17:30–22:30 / Last order 19:30
• Sunday: Closed
• Monday: Closed
• Hours may change on public holidays or according to special restaurant schedules
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