Yeogosi Jeju Woljeong Branch: Boneless Braised Cutlassfish and a Visit

Yeogosi Jeju Woljeong Branch

Jeju Province Jeju City 820, Haeamhaean-ro, Gujwa-eup, Dong 1, 1st Floor

Jeju Woljeong-ri Restaurant: Yeogosi Jeju Woljeong Branch Review

It’s been a while since my last post! I tend to get lazy if I write too much, so please bear with me for this quick phone post 🙏

We were the very first customers on the grand opening day! I decided to post right away because I couldn’t miss such a special occasion!

Ambiance and Ocean View

The place was spacious and nice. I was particularly impressed by the stone wall interior at the counter.

This is an ocean-view restaurant! The weather was cloudy when we visited, but I imagine it would be perfect for a romantic meal with a sea view on a clear day.

Menu and Order

Here’s the menu. Although it’s primarily known for its raw mantis shrimp, we came specifically for the boneless braised cutlassfish after searching for it, so we ordered two servings of the cutlassfish stew.

According to the owner, other branches do not serve cutlassfish stew; it’s a dish you can only enjoy here at Yeogosi Jeju Woljeong Branch. Furthermore, this is the only place in the Woljeong-ri area that offers boneless braised cutlassfish, making it feel even more special.

Side Dishes

The complimentary side dishes were neat and delicious. The seasoned bean sprouts were especially tasty, and the seaweed soup was perfect for a hangover cure.

Main Dish: Boneless Braised Cutlassfish

Finally, the boneless braised cutlassfish arrived! At first, there was quite a lot of broth, but the owner recommended letting it simmer to enhance the flavor. We were so hungry that we ate it right away, but as the broth reduced over time, it became heavenly. I highly recommend waiting for it to simmer before eating!

Service: Raw Mantis Shrimp

As the first customers, we received raw mantis shrimp as a complimentary service. Since it’s a specialty restaurant for mantis shrimp, my expectations were high, and it was truly delicious dipped in sesame oil. It was my first time trying it with sesame oil, and it was a unique delicacy.

Conclusion: Fried Rice

We finished off with fried rice. Even though we only ordered one serving, the portion was huge, and it seemed like they even added extra cutlassfish meat as a service. I felt absolutely stuffed.

Wrapping it in the perilla leaves they provided created a fantastic harmony of savory fried rice and the aroma of perilla. Even though I was full, I ended up overeating.

My friend who was with me also raved about how delicious it was, and I plan to visit again soon. The owner and staff were incredibly friendly, making for a very pleasant dining experience.

If you’re looking for delicious boneless braised cutlassfish in the Jeju City area, I highly recommend Yeogosi Jeju Woljeong Branch. It’s especially convenient to stop by on your way to Seongsan. 🥴