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Seafood restaurants across South Korea

Best seafood restaurants in South Korea

93 seafood restaurants across 4 cities

South Korea's seafood culture runs deep — Busan fish markets, Jeju haemul tang, and Seoul's premium raw-fish (hoe) counters alongside grilled mackerel and seafood jjigae traditions.

FishRestaurants.com lists 93 verified fish and seafood restaurants across 4 cities in South Korea, each with photos, Google ratings, opening hours, and direct links to neighbourhood city guides.

Seoul, Busan, Incheon, and Jeju lead listings, from urban hoe bars to harbour fish markets and island seafood stews.

Highly rated venues in our directory include Odarijip Ganjang Gejang, Myeongdong Korean BBQ Mongvely, Jagalchi Market, Myeongdong Kyoja, Odarijip Ganjang Gejang Savoy Hotel Branch, Namaste Haeundae, giving you a practical shortlist whether you want a harbour dinner, casual lunch, or a contemporary tasting menu.

Across featured listings, the average Google rating is 4.7, based on publicly linked review counts for each restaurant profile.

Korean seafood spans hoe (raw fish platters), haemul pajeon, grilled shellfish, seafood jjigae, and Jeju black pork-adjacent seafood rooms with abalone and sea urchin.

Travellers often search for "best seafood restaurant Seoul" — our city pages are structured for exactly these queries, with maps, category filters, and FAQ sections.

Use the city links below for Seoul (39), Busan (29), Jeju (17), Incheon (8). Each guide lists restaurants with cover photos, star ratings, and one-click access to full profiles including phone numbers, websites, and map directions.

3 cities in South Korea currently have ten or more listed seafood venues with map data — ideal starting points for local search and trip planning.

Category filters on city pages help you narrow to grilled fish, oysters, sushi, fish and chips, and shellfish without scrolling irrelevant results.

FishRestaurants.com prioritises dedicated fish and seafood restaurants rather than steakhouses with a single salmon dish — so you reach serious seafood rooms faster.

Featured listings below use real cover photos from listed venues — not stock imagery — so you can judge atmosphere before opening individual profiles.

Top seafood restaurants in South Korea

Popular seafood styles in South Korea

  • Hoe & raw fish platters
  • Haemul tang & seafood stews
  • Grilled shellfish
  • Seafood pajeon
  • Jeju island catch
  • Busan harbour dining

Cities in South Korea

Seafood guides for this destination

FAQ — Seafood in South Korea

What are the best seafood restaurants in South Korea?+

The strongest city guides in South Korea currently include Seoul, Busan, Jeju, Incheon with the highest number of verified listings and complete restaurant profiles.

Which cities in South Korea have the most fish restaurants?+

Browse the city list on this page to compare restaurant counts and open dedicated city guides with maps, categories, and FAQs.

How do I find grilled fish restaurants in South Korea?+

Open a city page and use category blocks such as grilled fish, shrimp, sushi, buffets, and oyster bars to narrow your search.

Are restaurant details updated on FishRestaurants.com?+

Profiles include address, contact, hours, and photos when available. Listings are maintained in our directory database and refreshed through verified imports and submissions.