Jeju soup restaurant with six side dishes: Hyeopjae On Ttukbaegi

Bringing you a Hyeopjae, Jeju food review! My boyfriend and I were on a Jeju trip and looking for somewhere to eat near Hyeopjae Beach when we walked in — and spoiler alert, we were completely satisfied! We ordered the Jeju Hyeopjae bomal haejangguk (sea snail hangover soup) and the spicy abalone soondubu, and both broths were genuinely rich. Today I'll go through everything from location to menu to prices.

The side dishes came out neat and tidy, which got my expectations up right away.

Where is Hyeopjae On Ttukbaegi in Jeju?

Hyeopjae On Ttukbaegi is located at 1F, 5 Hyeopjae 2-gil, Hallim-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju, South Korea. It's about 2–3 minutes by car from Hyeopjae Beach. Coming from the direction of Blue Spring Hotel, turn into the alley (Hyeopjae 2-gil) right beside the hotel and you'll find it. There's free public parking just a 1-minute walk from the restaurant, so no need to worry about that.

It's the perfect spot to grab a meal right after playing at the beach.

Opening hours and closing days at Hyeopjae On Ttukbaegi

Hyeopjae On Ttukbaegi is regularly closed every Monday. Definitely check this before you go so you don't make a wasted trip!

There's also a break time, so if you're planning an afternoon visit, I'd recommend double-checking the hours before heading over.

Menu and prices at Hyeopjae On Ttukbaegi

Hyeopjae On Ttukbaegi's signature dishes are the Jeju Hyeopjae bomal haejangguk and the haejang-kkeut abalone pollock soup. We ordered the bomal haejangguk and the abalone soondubu.

What is bomal, the Jeju sea snail?

There's a sign on the wall inside explaining the benefits of bomal, so I took a photo of it too. Bomal is the Jeju dialect word for sea snails. It's said they grow in the clean waters off Jeju eating only seaweed, and are rich in minerals — supposedly good for liver function and hangover relief. The sign also noted they're rich in calcium, phosphorus, and iron, which can help with osteoporosis and neuralgia.

※ This is just a transcription of the wording on the restaurant's sign — effects may vary by individual constitution or health condition, so please take it as reference only.

What are the six side dishes?

Hyeopjae On Ttukbaegi's side dishes came out as a neat set of six: green peppers, water kimchi, cabbage kimchi, mustard leaf kimchi, and two kinds of seasoned sauce. Nothing was over-seasoned, so the natural flavors of the ingredients came through nicely alongside the soups.

Bomal haejangguk or abalone soondubu: which should you order?

The Jeju Hyeopjae bomal haejangguk has a clear broth packed with bomal, shrimp, chives, and cheongyang chili peppers. The broth is refreshing, making it perfect for a hangover.

The spicy abalone soondubu, on the other hand, is spicy-style. It's simmered together with mussels, shrimp, and soft tofu, and the broth has an intense savory punch.

Both dishes had rich broths and felt generous with the ingredients. Personally, I preferred the bomal soup — it was more refreshing. Cool and spicy at the same time, perfect for a hangover!

Hyeopjae On Ttukbaegi visit checklist

• Check the date since it's closed on Mondays
• Avoid break time (14:00–17:00) when visiting
• Use the free public parking nearby
• If you need a hangover fix, go for the bomal haejangguk; for something spicy, try the abalone soondubu

Good to know before visiting Hyeopjae On Ttukbaegi

Q. Can you walk there from Hyeopjae Beach?

It's about 2–3 minutes by car, so walking is a bit of a stretch. I'd recommend driving, or budgeting around 20 minutes if walking.

Q. Is Hyeopjae On Ttukbaegi good with kids?

Baby chairs are available, and there's a separate children's Hanwoo haejangguk menu (₩6,000), so it's fine to visit with kids.

If your accommodation is near Hyeopjae, I'd definitely recommend stopping by for at least one meal! We're pretty sure we'll be back on our next Jeju trip.