Ansan seafood restaurant for family dinner: Eochongye 1beonji

While looking for a place for a weekend family dinner, I visited Eochongye 1beonji, often named the best value seafood restaurant in Ansan. It is known for its Bandal Island lake view and fresh live-fish sashimi, so I arrived half excited and half worried—but,

To give you the conclusion first, it was an Ansan seafood restaurant where I was happy with everything: the quality of the sashimi, the generous portions, and the friendly service. It is rare for a place found solely through online reviews to exceed expectations like this, but Eochongye 1beonji gave me that rare feeling of satisfaction.

Today, I will go over my honest review of the seasonal assorted sashimi platter and spicy fish stew (maeuntang), along with the restaurant details, atmosphere, and service. If you are planning a Bandal Island outing or a family meal in Ansan, this should be helpful for your visit.

Eochongye 1beonji on Bandal Island: location and visitor information

The address is 109–112, 23 MTV 17-ro, Danwon-gu, Ansan-si, Gyeonggi-do (경기도 안산시 단원구 엠티브이17로 23 109~112호). It is on Bandal Island's main road, so it was easy to find by entering only “Eochongye 1beonji” into navigation.

Because it is near the entrance to Bandal Island, the surrounding scenery is lovely and the roads are not complicated, so first-time visitors should not get lost. Both phone reservations and same-day bookings are possible, which was handy for a last-minute gathering or sudden weekend dinner.

Open daily from 11:00 to 01:30, with last orders at 00:40, its biggest advantage was that it covers everything from lunch out and dinner gatherings to late-night sashimi.

There are also value-for-money weekday lunch specials, making it easy to drop in without a big commitment. Parking is available and there is plenty of group seating, so family gatherings, dates, and company dinners all feel easy here. Many people looking for a good-value Ansan seafood restaurant focus only on price and portion size, but this place was even more satisfying for its access and convenience.

A dining room with a lake view

The full-glass exterior facing Bandal Island Lake immediately lifted my mood. True to its reputation as a great-value Ansan seafood restaurant, the bright, wood-finished interior made the sashimi look even fresher and more refined.

The bright, tidy atmosphere felt comfortable with children, while still looking neat enough for dining with older relatives—an all-ages space that should please everyone. The tables were well spaced and seats were clean, so it was comfortable to linger, and the Bandal Island scenery spread out before us, giving it the feel of a restaurant made for photos, too.

From a window seat, the light reflecting on the lake blended with the sashimi platters, making the meal itself feel like an event. The outdoor tables were well maintained too, so on a nice day you can enjoy the feeling of having a piece of sashimi with a beer outside.

Every corner of the restaurant was arranged like a photo spot, so there was less to worry about when taking pictures.

How were the seasonal sashimi platter and spicy fish stew?

The signature seasonal assorted sashimi platter was ₩35,000, and it really showed what good value an Ansan seafood restaurant can offer. Seasonal fish including flounder, rockfish, salmon, shrimp, and sea squirt arrived in thick slices; with every bite, more sweetness came through as I chewed, while the thinly sliced pieces practically melted in my mouth.

A little chojang (sweet-tangy red chili dipping sauce) doubled the savory flavor, while soy sauce and wasabi alone let the fish's natural sweetness shine. If you love sashimi, you will not leave a single piece behind. The fried shrimp was crisp outside and moist within, and even the giant pork cutlet was thick and juicy—far too good to dismiss as something served alongside sashimi. The fried shrimp and assorted seasoned side dishes were generous as well, so ordering sashimi felt like getting a filling selection of sides as a bonus.

The spicy fish stew that finished the meal had a hot, refreshing broth with whole pieces of bone-in cooked fish, warmly settling my stomach after the sashimi. Each spoonful filled my mouth with a spicy aroma, and the tender fish was fun to pick from the bones with a spoon, too.

The spicy fish stew brought the meal to such a clean finish that I truly understood why people seek out Eochongye 1beonji as a top-value Ansan seafood restaurant: it is this abundant full spread.

Attentive service and final thoughts on our family meal

The owner and staff were attentive with everything from explaining the menu to refilling side plates and water. Their quick, natural way of looking after guests made the service stand out even among value-for-money seafood restaurants in Ansan.

As they set down the sashimi, they kindly explained what each fish was and how to enjoy it best, so even beginners could eat comfortably. From taking our order through payment, they consistently served us with bright smiles, letting us end the meal on a happy note. The outdoor tables were also neatly arranged, and together with the Bandal Island view, the restaurant is easy to recommend for both dates and family meals.

Eochongye 1beonji on Bandal Island is a top-value Ansan seafood restaurant where you can enjoy fresh live-fish sashimi, generous sides, and warming spicy fish stew all in one place. If you love sashimi or are looking for a good-value group dinner, Eochongye 1beonji is a must-visit.

It is a great fit for a day when you want a fresh sashimi spread alongside a Bandal Island outing, and because it stays open late, it is also nice to stop by after work. I recommend it for weekend family meals, dates, and gatherings alike; it was satisfying enough that I would come back again.