Yeonhwa Gaekdang (연화객당)
Japanese cuisine Seoul Seongbuk-gu
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Hoesarang’s reviewRecommended
“The kelp-aged assorted sashimi offers a generous selection and good value”
- Modeum hoe (assorted sashimi) for twoBestAn approachable aged texture and a generous selection
- Dansaeu twigim (fried sweet shrimp)Thin, crispy coating that goes well with garlic mayonnaise
- Yuringi (crispy chicken with a tangy soy dressing)Crispy fried chicken with a refreshing sauce; a generous portion
- Modeum hoe (assorted sashimi) for two ₩35,000
- About 20 minutes for food
- 17:00–23:00; closed Sundays and Mondays
- Atmosphere
- Limited seating and plenty of customers
- Service
- The owner prepares everything alone, so service is slow but friendly
- Would return
- Revisited after two years and was very satisfied
- Good for
- Jeongneung locals and anyone wanting good-value aged sashimi with drinks
- Value
- This selection is competitive at ₩35,000
- Tips
- You may be seated from 16:30 before opening if seats are available
- Orders are taken only after 17:00
- Order the sashimi with aged kimchi in advance
Hoesarang’s reviewHighly recommended
“The horse mackerel aged with lemon peel is outstanding, with great value at ₩16,000 per person”
- Lemon kkeopjil sukseong jeongaengi (horse mackerel aged with lemon peel)BestThe best aged sashimi, combining delicate flavor with lemon aroma
- Dasima sukseong chamdom (kelp-cured red sea bream with salmon roe)Wonderful kelp umami and sweet sea bream
- Sukseong gwangeo (aged olive flounder sashimi)Springy texture and an approachable flavor
- Assorted sashimi for two: ₩32,000
- Full shortly after opening
- Opens at 17:00
- A single-person sashimi platter is available for ₩17,000
- Atmosphere
- A small venue with mostly counter seating
- Service
- The owner and staff are very friendly
- Good for
- Affordable sashimi gatherings and neighborhood drinks
- Value
- This combination of variety and price is rare in Seoul
- Tips
- Arrive early if you want a table
- Groups of four or more should arrive early to secure seats
- Order the yuringi alongside the sashimi platter
