Must-see restaurants in Jeju-do

  • Yetnal Patjuk

    Jeju-do

    Everything about this restaurant, housed in a traditional building, is inviting. Inside the door you're greeted by warm smiles and the sweet earthy aroma…

  • Dasoni

    Jeju-si

    Sit cross-legged at rustic wooden tables, peering out into the wild garden of this meat-free restaurant. Dishes use local Jeju produce for dishes such as…

  • Woljeong-ri Galbibap

    Jeju-do

    Is it the delicious galbi (barbecued beef ribs) and noodles or the large, chic neon space that guarantees a long queue here? Either way, come early,…

  • Mint

    Jeju-do

    Dining inside Ando Tadao’s Glass House is a delightful experience, one best enjoyed during the day when you can take in the coastal views through the…

  • Saesom Galbi

    Seogwipo

    Perched on a cliff overlooking the harbour, this is the place for barbecued beef or pork. The atmosphere is informal and boisterous thanks to the…

  • Haejin Seafood Restaurant

    Jeju-si

    Of the many restaurants overlooking the harbour, Haejin is the largest and one of the most popular places to try Jeju-do’s seafood specialities such as…

  • Seongsan Noodles

    Jeju-do

    The glasshouse-like garden restaurant has classy museum looks but is one of the best budget places around. There is only one dish, guksu (noodle soup)…

  • b.pork bistro

    Seogwipo

    The lowercase name hints at the minimalist black-and-white bistro so tiny you might miss it posing on the corner – a sign of the Lee Jung Seop-ro area's…

  • Hamo Restaurant

    Jeju-do

    An excellent choice for travellers looking for breakfast before heading out on a ferry to the nearby islands, this seafood restaurant opens early and…

  • Dasi Boesi

    Jeju-do

    If you've spent time exploring the Haenyeo Museum, do yourself a favour and eat here. This shop serves delicious feasts of grilled mackerel and tofu stew…

  • Bagdad Cafe

    Jeju-si

    This top date spot in the City Hall student district has English-speaking staff and fine fare such as tandoori chicken and peanut butter masala, which…

  • Umutgae Ilbeonji

    Jeju-do

    This one-woman bistro has fuss-free single dishes – perfect after climbing nearby Seongsan Ilchulbong. Each bowl of jjamppong (spicy seafood ramyeon)…

  • Dongmun Market

    Jeju-si

    Traditional Korean food market. Fun for a wander and peek at local seafood for sale, which you can have cooked up on the spot at small restaurants. It's…

  • Donatos

    Jeju-do

    Delicious, authentic pizza from a wood-burning stove is served in a spacious, laid-back atmosphere with rock music in the background. A good selection of…

  • Sol Fish

    Seogwipo

    London-good succulent fish and chips come with a choice of cod or a local Seogwipo white fish, plus wedges or salad, and excellent tartare. Grilled…

  • D-Stone Pub

    Jeju-si

    There's an eclectic range of dishes on the menu, from sweet-potato pork cutlets to quesadillas to burgers, plus a decent selection of imported beers on…

  • Dombaedon

    Jeju-si

    One of the better options on heukdwaeji geori 'Black Pork Street', a street dedicated to barbecue restaurants serving the island’s tastiest speciality,…

  • Seogwipo Olle Market

    Seogwipo

    Browse stalls of wonderful fruit, live seafood and street food. It’s a good place to pick up snacks for a picnic.

  • Dol Hareubang Pizza

    Jeju-do

    Tasty 1m-long pizzas topped with sweet potato, bulgogi (marinated beef) and kimchi are served in an old building in the middle of nowhere.

  • Chocolate Castle by the Sea

    Jeju-do

    This wonderfully eclectic shop serves oh-so-juicy hamburgers. There is no chocolate here, but you will find a delightful museum housing a nearly complete…

  • Haeddeuneun

    Jeju-do

    At the top of a hill and close to a cliff with great ocean views, this place is a little apart from the cluster of restaurants at the foot of Seongsan…

  • Mayflower

    Jeju-do

    Enjoy coffee or tea in this self-service cafe that, on the outside, looks like a giant white cloud. Pizza, pasta, pork cutlets and salad are also…

  • A Factory Bakery

    Jeju-si

    The air inside this open-kitchen bakery is filled with the aroma of freshly baked breads, cakes and sweets…and it's not the phoney smell found in some…

  • Gwandangnae Sikdang

    Jeju-do

    The ebullient owner of this restaurant is known for his succulent black-pig pork dishes – a massive banquet for two is ₩35,000. From the small retail…

  • Blanc Rocher

    Jeju-do

    Perched above the rocks like a model, this cafe has exclusive views across the shallow blue waters of Hagosudong Beach in the northeast of Udo. The coffee…

  • Su Udon

    Jeju-do

    Who would imagine such perfectly crispy, juicy pork tonkatsu or shrimp tempura in a quiet house in Hallim. People are attracted by the blue-water views of…

  • Kangsikdang

    Jeju-do

    Kangsikdang uses small twists to create great dishes. Three types of organic mushrooms are paired with a secret sauce for an oh so creamy pasta; and it…

  • Seishun

    Jeju-si

    A win for late-night casual dining in the shopping district, the tasty rice bowls topped with pork cutlets, chicken teriyaki and salmon sashimi are good…

  • Paldo Sikdang

    Jeju-si

    This simple restaurant serves hearty maeun tang (매은탕), a delicious spicy seafood soup. Located in Tapdong, it's one of the few shops along the road of…

  • Mulguroeg

    Jeju-do

    The name means 'octopus' in the local dialect and that says it all. This place serves up a variety of octopus and other local specialities including squid…