Cheongune (천구네)
Japanese Daejeon Seo-gu, Daejeon
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Hoesarang’s reviewHighly recommended
“The aged sashimi and blackthroat seaperch rice deliver rich umami in a well-rounded spread”
- Geumtae sotbap (pot-cooked rice with blackthroat seaperch)BestJust as impressive as the sashimi
- Modeum hoe (assorted sashimi)Aged for a rich umami flavor
- Godeungeo gimmari (mackerel wrapped in seaweed)Very enjoyable, though pricey when ordered separately
- Modeum hoe (assorted sashimi): ₩42,000
- Reservations required; book through Naver
- 18:00–23:00 (closed Sundays)
- Good for
- A meal and drinks for two
- Value
- Ordering just the sashimi also gets you steamed egg custard and drinking snacks, making it a satisfying spread
- Tips
- Reservations open on Naver every day at midnight
- The blackthroat seaperch rice is available only when the fish is in stock
Hoesarang’s reviewHighly recommended
“Generous, excellent assorted sashimi in the ₩40,000–49,999 range”
- Sashimi moriawase (assorted sashimi)BestSatisfying portions, variety and flavor for ₩41,000
- Geumtae sotbap (blackthroat seaperch pot rice)Grilled blackthroat seaperch and chopped scallions make this generous rice dish rich and fragrant
- Kaki fry (fried oysters)Large, crispy oysters that pair well with pickled onions
- Assorted sashimi: ₩41,000
- Reservations only; every night at midnight…
- From 18:00; closed Sundays
- Atmosphere
- A cozy izakaya with two four-person tables, one two-person table and counter seating
- Service
- The owner does all the cooking alone
- Would return
- The reviewer wants to visit whenever they go to Daejeon
- Good for
- Groups of 2–4 enjoying food with drinks
- Value
- A generous spread in the ₩40,000–49,999 range offers excellent value
- Tips
- Booking counter seats gives you a better chance
- Assorted sashimi and pot rice require advance orders and a ₩20,000 reservation deposit
- With a table for four, it is easy to add fried oysters to the meal
