Seoul's Best Seasonal Sashimi Restaurants: A Guide to Fresh Seafood Delights
When autumn arrives, oily-rich gizzard shad (Jeon-eo) sashimi and grilled gizzard shad immediately come to mind.
Thanks to its savory flavor and chewy texture, it's a popular dish that many people seek out when it's in season.
These days, you can enjoy not only gizzard shad but also a variety of seasonal fish such as amberjack (Bangeo), sea bream (Chamdodm), and mackerel (Godeungeo).
Today, we'll introduce you to some of Seoul's best sashimi restaurants where you can truly taste seasonal seafood.
✅ Guryongpo Sashimi – Sungshin Women's University Area
Located 309m from Sungshin Women's University Station Exit 2
Many reviews mention this place. The gizzard shad sashimi has a deep, savory flavor and a wonderfully chewy texture. The side dishes like bean sprouts and kimchi are also highly praised. Many say the sashimi is better than the grilled version, and while the portions might not be huge, the taste is undeniably excellent.
✅ Dongeodongrak – Samseong-dong
Located 526m from Samseong Jungang Station Exit 5
This is a popular spot for company dinners among office workers near Samseong Station. Not only gizzard shad sashimi but also seasonal seafood is always freshly prepared. With plenty of dishes that pair perfectly with alcohol, it's ideal for an evening gathering! It's also known as one of the top 3 amberjack restaurants in Seoul.
✅ Squid Cart – Cheonho
Located 833m from Cheonho Station Exit 5
This is a popular restaurant in the Cheonho area. It's spacious and popular for takeout orders! With a variety of side dishes such as assorted sashimi, fried squid, fried shrimp, spicy fish stew, pollack roe stew, and seafood ramen, it's often praised for its excellent value.
✅ Our Sea Fisheries – Mangwon Station
Located 239m from Mangwon Station Exit 1
Located near Mangwon Market, it's a great place to stop by after exploring the market. The sashimi is fresh, and the side dishes are neatly presented. It's also well-known for its amberjack, so a visit during amberjack season will be especially satisfying.
✅ Mokpo Myungga – Samseong-dong
Located 542m from Samseong Jungang Station Exit 5
This is a place where you can enjoy various gizzard shad dishes, including seasonal gizzard shad sashimi, grilled gizzard shad, and spicy gizzard shad salad. It has private rooms, making it a good choice for company dinner reservations. The sashimi bibimbap is so generous that some say there's more sashimi than rice!
✅ Seokchon Live Fish Sashimi – Seokchon
Located 108m from Seokchon Station Exit 3
As a live fish sashimi specialty restaurant, the gizzard shad sashimi is fresh. You should also try the mackerel sashimi and flounder sashimi here. They always prepare seasonal fish sashimi, so you can enjoy new flavors every time you visit.
✅ Daechan Sashimi Restaurant – Jonggak
Located 104m from Jonggak Station Exit 4
This place is popular among office workers in Jonggak, especially known for its greater amberjack. The portions are generous, and the taste is excellent, making it a frequent choice for company dinners. During amberjack season, it's considered one of the best amberjack restaurants in Seoul.
✅ Squid, Oh Yeah – Noryangjin
Located 467m from Noryangjin Station Exit 3
As expected of Noryangjin, this place offers excellent value. The sashimi bibimbap is an amazing ₩7,000! Many reviews praise the value, mentioning the complimentary abalone porridge, green onion pancake, seaweed soup, and corn cheese. It's also a great place to dine alone.
✅ Sea Sashimi Tent Bar – Jayang-dong
Located 718m from Konkuk University Station Exit 4
Many reviews say that there's no fishy smell and that it's very clean. The restaurant is clean and popular enough to have a waiting line! The greater amberjack, as well as all the seasonal sashimi, are delicious, making it a satisfying Seoul gizzard shad and seasonal sashimi restaurant to visit anytime.
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