# Suseong, Daegu Korean restaurant after Suseong Lake: Haenyeo Sotbap - By Nari M. (https://superchart.com/en/@daegu-morning-tray/) - Written Sep 9, 2026 - Updated Sep 14, 2026 - Local places › Restaurants › Suseong, Daegu - Sponsored: This post was written with support for a restaurant visit. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@daegu-morning-tray/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@daegu-morning-tray/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice/index.md) · [日本語](https://superchart.com/ja/@daegu-morning-tray/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice/index.md) · [简体中文](https://superchart.com/zh-cn/@daegu-morning-tray/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice/index.md) · [繁體中文](https://superchart.com/zh-tw/@daegu-morning-tray/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice/index.md) · [Tiếng Việt](https://superchart.com/vi/@daegu-morning-tray/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice/index.md) ## In short Haenyeo Sotbap is a Korean restaurant near Suseong Lake in Suseong, Daegu, serving Jeju-inspired seafood pot rice and abalone porridge. I had green-tea eel pot rice and Haenyeo abalone porridge, finishing with scorched rice and seaweed soup. Verdict: a satisfying, neat meal after a lakeside outing. ## Good to know - **Address**: 1F, 65 Cheongsu-ro, Suseong-gu, Daegu, South Korea - **Hours**: 11:30 AM–9 PM - **Break time**: 3:30 PM–5 PM - **Parking**: Dedicated restaurant parking - **Ordered**: Jeju green-tea eel pot rice; Jeju Haenyeo abalone porridge *as written by the visitor on Sep 9, 2026* ## Looking for seafood pot rice near Suseong Lake? ![Exterior of Haenyeo Sotbap Suseong Direct Store](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice-01-jslxn-900.webp) ![Visit to Haenyeo Sotbap Suseong Direct Store](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice-02-qe7dz-900.webp) On days when I want a filling yet clean meal, I really don’t think there is anything quite like pot rice. And if you are looking for somewhere to properly enjoy warm rice and seafood rather than heavily seasoned food, I found a nice spot. This time, I visited Haenyeo Sotbap Suseong Direct Store (해녀솥밥 수성직영점), a place well known around Suseong Lake in Daegu. If you are looking for a meal around Suseong Lake or Deulan-gil, I definitely want to recommend it. There is dedicated restaurant parking too, so it was convenient to drive there! ![Dedicated restaurant parking information](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice-03-hg4c8-900.webp) ![Entrance to Haenyeo Sotbap Suseong Direct Store](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice-04-1p8j1-900.webp) ![Interior dining space at Haenyeo Sotbap Suseong Direct Store](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice-05-mca8z-900.webp) ![Orderly dining tables](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice-06-5sscj-900.webp) ![Dining space for larger groups](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice-07-1d5r5-900.webp) ## A calm, tidy dining atmosphere When I stepped inside, the clean, orderly atmosphere was the first thing I noticed. The tables were not packed too closely together, so it was comfortable for a meal, and the soft, calm mood felt well suited to a family visit. There was also space where several people could dine together, so I thought it would be a good choice for bringing parents or having a family meal out. If you are looking for a comfortable restaurant with a tidy atmosphere near Suseong Lake, this is a nice place to eat! ![Menu for eel and abalone pot rice](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice-08-8te01-900.webp) ## Ordering eel pot rice and abalone porridge Looking over the menu, I found a range of dishes centered on pot rice, using Jeju seafood such as eel and abalone. There were plenty of choices, from hearty pot-rice dishes to soft, easy-to-eat abalone porridge, so it seemed easy to choose according to your taste. After some thought, we ordered the Jeju green-tea eel pot rice and Jeju Haenyeo abalone porridge. Both dishes carried a Jeju feel, so I was excited to experience what makes Haenyeo Sotbap special. ![Ordered pot rice and abalone porridge](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice-09-45vrx-900.webp) ![Haenyeo Sotbap basic table setting](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice-10-g91ha-900.webp) ![Neatly arranged side dishes](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice-11-rw2dd-900.webp) ![Abalone received through the review event](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice-12-1hbyb-900.webp) ### Neat side dishes and review-event abalone While we waited for our order, the basic table setting came out one dish at a time. The neatly plated side dishes were nicely prepared to enjoy alongside the pot rice. None of them were overly seasoned, so they did not get in the way of the main dishes and instead blended in naturally. Thanks to the well-set table, the meal already felt pleasant before the mains arrived. Even the abalone we received through the review event was such a treat >,,< ![Jeju green-tea eel pot rice](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice-13-8k094-900.webp) ![Warm pot rice topped with eel](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice-14-1nkre-900.webp) ## Jeju green-tea eel pot rice The dish I was looking forward to most was the Jeju green-tea eel pot rice. Eel and pot rice are a familiar pairing, but I was curious about the flavor with green tea added to it. The eel resting on top of the warm pot rice looked very appetizing too. When eaten with the rice, the eel had a lovely nutty richness, while the seasoning and rice came together naturally. In particular, the warm, mild rice flavor unique to pot rice paired so well with the eel that I kept reaching for another spoonful. ![Eel pot rice and rice together](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice-15-1jctl-900.webp) ![A spoonful of Jeju green-tea eel pot rice](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice-16-1751v-900.webp) ![Preparing scorched rice from eel pot rice](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice-17-c6s98-900.webp) ![Scorched rice made from rice left in the pot](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice-18-1o02i-900.webp) It felt much more filling with the rice than eating eel on its own, and the savory character of the pot rice made it a different experience from ordinary grilled eel. And the charm of pot rice is definitely in the finish, too. After scooping out most of the rice, I could use what remained in the pot to make rich nurungji (crispy scorched rice), which made the meal feel like something to savor properly and slowly. ![Seaweed soup served with pot rice](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice-19-1jzp9-900.webp) Even the seaweed soup that came with it was sooo delicious. It went wonderfully with the pot rice, so I was completely satisfied! ![A bowl of Jeju Haenyeo abalone porridge](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice-20-ohd1n-900.webp) ![Generous serving of Jeju Haenyeo abalone porridge](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice-21-82gyd-900.webp) ![Eel pot rice and abalone porridge combination](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice-22-1xd49-900.webp) ## Soft and filling Jeju Haenyeo abalone porridge This is the Jeju Haenyeo abalone porridge. I personally love abalone porridge because it is gentle on the stomach while still filling, and its generous appearance passed the test right away! The porridge was soft and easy to eat overall, with the nutty flavor of abalone added to the warm porridge, making it something anyone could enjoy. Ordering it alongside a relatively bold dish like the eel pot rice made for a great combination too. ![Abalone porridge and eel pot rice meal](https://img.superchart.com/images/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice-23-12mcl-900.webp) ## A meal for a Suseong Lake date or family outing If you are looking for something a little different around Suseong Lake in Daegu instead of the usual meat, stew, or gukbap (rice soup), trying seafood pot rice could be a good idea. If you need a hearty place to eat after a Suseong Lake date or outing, or are looking for a restaurant in Daegu’s Suseong-gu to visit with your parents, it is worth stopping by. On a day when you crave a neat, satisfying meal in Daegu—especially eel pot rice or seafood dishes featuring abalone—I would recommend Haenyeo Sotbap Suseong Direct Store! ## Where it is - Haenyeo Sotbap Suseong Direct Store (해녀솥밥 수성직영점) - 1F, 65 Cheongsu-ro, Suseong-gu, Daegu, South Korea - 대구광역시 수성구 청수로 65 1층 해녀솥밥 수성직영점 - 35.8408911, 128.615367 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%ED%95%B4%EB%85%80%EC%86%A5%EB%B0%A5%20%EC%88%98%EC%84%B1%EC%A7%81%EC%98%81%EC%A0%90/@35.8408911,128.615367,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@daegu-morning-tray/daegu-suseongmot-eel-pot-rice/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt