Gold Tuna Seoul: Hong Kong Fans Visit After Ethan Louie’s Broadcast
On a summer day in 2026, friends who traveled from Hong Kong opened the doors of Goldtuna Bangi branch.
These were not guests who simply happened to find the restaurant by searching for places in Seoul. They were people who had kept scenes from broadcasts and videos they saw in Hong Kong long ago in their memories and chose Goldtuna as a precious destination for this trip to Korea.
Friends from Hong Kong who traveled a long way and Somaek-imo left a record of their connection in a photograph.
The Moment a Connection Beyond the Screen Met Reality
The moment they entered the store, the group recognized Somaek-imo immediately.
Rather than meeting a stranger for the first time, the space was filled with the joy of meeting someone they had watched in their hearts for a long time. A warmth that crossed borders could be felt in the way they approached without hesitation, asked how she was doing, and shared a hug.
While enjoying their meal, they shared drinks with Somaek-imo and bloomed with laughter. The photo of them standing side-by-side with thumbs up captures the joyful atmosphere of that day perfectly.
The entrance of Goldtuna is packed with sincere records from the many guests who have visited.
Edan Lui, the Resonance of a Memory Left by One Person's Visit
A long time ago, the Hong Kong idol star Edan Lui visited Goldtuna.
At that time, the scene of him and Somaek-imo together spread widely through Hong Kong broadcasts and online spaces. These visitors shared the news that, thanks to those memories, there are now many fans in Hong Kong who know Somaek-imo.
While it might be just a fleeting media scene to some, to others, it remained a special place they definitely wanted to experience in person when coming to Seoul.
The warm smile left by Hong Kong star Edan Lui at the Bangi branch became the start of this connection.
Until a Piece of Memory Becomes a Map for a Seoul Trip
A travel map is not drawn only with famous tourist attractions or shopping centers.
The taste of food encountered on a small screen, the scent of people, and the atmosphere of the place itself can become milestones of a journey. More and more people are going on journeys to actually verify what they have seen and heard, making that emotion their own.
This meeting is also a part of that beautiful flow.
The seed planted by Edan Lui's visit engraved the name Goldtuna in the hearts of people in Hong Kong, and as time passed, it led the footsteps of certain travelers here.
View counts might just be simple numbers, but an actual visit is true evidence that content moved someone's heart and prompted them to take action.
The highlight of Jumakase, the soft-foamed 'Bokbuchino,' provides special joy to guests.
A Precious Snapshot of Hong Kong Friends Completed in Seoul
In the photo, they are smiling brightly while looking forward, each holding their own glass. On the table, tuna with deep flavor and carefully prepared course dishes fill the empty spaces.
This photo goes beyond simply verifying an encounter with a celebrity; it shows that the record of a day dreamed of since Hong Kong has finally been completed in the heart of Seoul.
This is Goldtuna's neat full-course composition that completes the narrative of taste.
A Sincere Word from the Tuna Uncle
I bow my head in gratitude to those of you who remembered Goldtuna and Somaek-imo from far-away Hong Kong and willingly came to visit.
I hope the rest of your trip to Korea is filled with excitement and joy, and I wish that today's scenes shared with friends become beautiful memories that make you smile in the future.
The smile that blooms when serving the best tuna is our greatest joy.
Choosing Goldtuna Based on Your Seoul Itinerary
Goldtuna operates in Bangi-dong, Songpa-gu, and Sinsa-dong, Gangnam-gu.
If you have planned a Jamsil itinerary including Lotte World Tower, Seokchon Lake, and Olympic Park, the Bangi branch is closer to your route. If you have scheduled visits to Garosu-gil, Sinsa Station, Apgujeong, and the Gangnam area, you can choose the Sinsa branch.
Both branches provide a course meal where tuna sashimi, sushi, grilled dishes, fried dishes, and meal menus follow in order. You can decide on a branch based on your purpose of visit and Seoul travel itinerary.