What’s that briny smell in the air, and the sound of lively haggling over prices? That’s right, we’re heading to the bustling corridors of Noryangjin Fish Market, where slabs of deep-sea delights wait to entice your palate and we’re focusing on the undisputed star of the show: Tuna!
Kim’s Maguro (김씨마구로)
Calling all tuna lovers! Strap on your eating shoes and head to Kim’s Maguro, a tuna specialty restaurant nestled on the second floor of Noryangjin Fish Market. With a tantalizing 20% discount on all tuna items on the first and fifteenth of the month, it’s worth syncing your calendar to their schedule. From fatty belly (Otoro) to medium fatty (Chutoro) to lean cut (Akami), the range of textures and tastes will delight your senses. Be aware of their corkage fees: 20,000 KRW per bottle, 30,000 KRW for whisky.
- address : 674 Noryangjin-ro, Dongjak-gu, Seoul 2F New Market
- phone : 02-2254-8412
- operating time : 11:30 – 23:00
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Jeolla Seafood (전라상회)
Every winter, food lovers make a pilgrimage to Jeolla Seafood, renowned for their eye-poppingly thick slices of belly fish. Though pricey, customers swear it’s worth every single Korean won. The generously-cut pieces of fish, properly oily and bursting with flavour, will win your heart (and stomach) over.
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Ilseong Fisheries (일성수산)
Ilseong Fisheries lures seafood aficionados with its low-temperature aged sushi, boasting depth of flavour and a bite that is just perfect. Every piece is heaped high with fish, ensuring that every order is a feast of the sea. Pre-orders are possible, and you can also opt for their speedy delivery service.
- address : 688 Nodeul-ro, Dongjak-gu, Seoul
- phone : 010-5446-9856
- operating time : 09:00 – 21:00
- break time : No information
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Dokdo Fisheries (독도수산)
Serving up decadent slices of freshly-caught fish, Dokdo Fisheries is a must-visit for those with hungry hearts and hungry stomachs. Known for their generously thick cuts of fish, every mouthful radiates the deep flavours of the sea. If you’re a fan of fatty cuts, we recommended going for the slightly pricier options. And now, they even offer drive-thru and delivery options!
- address : 674 Noryangjin-ro, Dongjak-gu, Seoul 1F New Building Live Fish 2-4
- phone : 0507-1312-0225
- operating time : 09:00 – 00:00
- break time : No information
- holidays : No information
There you have it – our guide to the best places to savour tuna at Noryangjin Fish Market. Next time, be prepared to dive into the oceanic world of squid; it’ll be ink-redibly exciting! Subscribe to our blog to stay up to tide with all things Korean food.