Exploring the Hidden Gems of Jeju Island: Savoring Jeju Through Its Cuisine

Hello everyone! Today, I’d like to introduce you to five hidden culinary gems in Jeju Island. If you’re planning a visit, I highly recommend stopping by these places which have been selected based on my personal experiences and numerous reviews. So, shall we get started?

1. Moseulpo Fish House – ‘Capturing the Freshness of Jeju’Located at 32 Moseulpo Central Road, Daejeong-eup, Seogwipo City, this place specializes in mackerel sashimi. It offers the freshest seafood in Jeju.One visitor expressed their satisfaction by saying “I was able to taste the freshest mackerel sashimi in Jeju,” while another noted that they were impressed with “the friendly service and clean interior.”The recommended dish here is ‘Moseulpo Mackerel Sashimi’. Don’t miss out on this menu item during your first visit! The reason is that it allows you to enjoy one of the must-try foods when visiting Jeju Island at its freshest.

   

2. Yeongyang Bunsik – ‘A Healthy Dol-sot (Stone Pot) Rice’The next place I’d like to introduce is Yeongyang Bunsik located at 10-1 Yongdam 3-dong, Jeju City.This place is famous for stone pot rice made with various grains and medicinal herbs prepared by the owner themselves.One customer expressed their satisfaction by saying it’s “perfect for those who care about health,” while another mentioned that “the fact that they serve different menus every day makes it unique.”

   The recommended dish here is ‘Medicinal Herb Stone Pot Rice’. You can only taste stone pot rice made with ingredients unique to Jeju at Yeongyang Bunsik.

   

3. Donsadon – ‘The Taste of Black Pork Recognized by Michelin Guide’When you’re in Jeju Island, you can’t miss out on ‘Black Pork’, and Donsadon stands out among them all. Located at 504 Yeonbuk-ro, Jeuju City, Donsadon is a famous black pork restaurant recognized even by the Michelin Guide for its quality.One visitor praised it saying they could “truly feel the softness and savory flavor of black pork,” while another left a review saying that “the grilled meat served with fresh vegetables was really delicious.”
4. Jin-Agu Haenyeo Village – ‘Fresh Seafood Caught By Haenyeos (Female Divers) Themselves’Jin-Agu Haenyeo Village located at 2846-1 Ilchul-ro Seongsan-eup Seogwipo City serves dishes using fresh seafood caught directly by haenyeos.A visitor strongly recommended it saying they could “eat fresh seafood caught by haenyeos themselves,” while another said it was hard to choose from “abalone porridge, anglerfish stew, assorted sashimi and other various menus.”The recommended dishes here are ‘Abalone Porridge’ and ‘Anglerfish Stew’. You can taste dishes made with fresh seafood caught by haenyeos themselves only here.

   

5. Seafood Octopus – ‘A Bowl Full of Jeju’s Sea’Last but not least, let me introduce you to Seafood Octopus located at 72 Jungmun Tourist Road in Seogwipo City. This place offers a variety of dishes using fresh seafood from Jeju Island, especially famous for its spicy seafood soup.One visitor praised the place saying that the spicy seafood soup is a “must-try menu when you visit Jeju,” while another left a review saying they enjoyed “a pleasant stir-fried pork feet after the meal.”The recommended dish here is ‘Seafood Soup’. It offers an impressive taste with fresh seafood from Jeju Island and unique and hearty broth.

These five restaurants can provide satisfying experiences for everyone, offering cuisine prepared in their own unique and traditional ways. Not only can you enjoy Korean food, but these restaurants also offer unique local experiences that you can only have in Jeju Island.

Such wonderful experiences are waiting for you, so make sure to stop by when you visit Jeju! Thank you.