Yongdam-dong fish grill in Jeju: mackerel solo set with egg roll

Today I'm bringing you a review from day one of my Jeju trip — a grilled fish spot near Jeju Airport, Naneun Jigeum Saengseoni Meokgo Sipda Yongdam Airport Branch. It's just a 5-minute walk from the airport, so it's perfect for the start or end of a trip, and I really wanted to introduce it!

How far is Naneun Jigeum from Jeju Airport?

The location of Naneun Jigeum Saengseoni Meokgo Sipda Yongdam Airport Branch is unbeatable! It's a 5-minute drive from the airport, so it's a great spot to stop by on day one like I did, or right before heading to the airport on your last day!

Where do you park in Yongdam-dong?

Parking in front of the restaurant means finding a spot on the alley streets. If that's tricky, there's free parking at the Top Mart public lot just a 1-minute walk away. I'm a new driver so I just headed straight for the Top Mart lot from the start haha. Just plug in the exact address, park, and walk over.

Inside the restaurant: seating and how long you wait

The outside has a sign in reddish tones, and the restaurant isn't huge!

Inside there are about 7-8 tables. The place isn't big, but I visited on a weekday around 3pm and got in with no wait.

You can order by QR code or in person~

What comes with the 12,000-won solo set meal?

• Big Son Set for 2: ₩36,000
• Little Son Set for 2: ₩36,000
• Dad Set for 2: ₩30,000
• Mom Set for 2: ₩26,000
• Gosam Bossam for 3-4: ₩45,000
• Solo Set for 1: ₩12,000

I ordered the Solo Set for 1 (choosing mackerel and soft tofu stew) plus an egg roll (●'◡'●)

Radish kimchi, seasoned bean sprouts, fish cake and more — the basic spread comes out like this.

The banchan that came with the basic spread can be refilled for free at the self-bar! Just a heads up.

The solo set arrived looking so full! I was on the fence about adding the egg roll, but the moment I saw it I was glad I did! Haha

The grilled mackerel

The main dish, grilled mackerel ╰(*°▽°*)╯ The skin was grilled nice and crispy while the flesh stayed moist, clean, and free of any fishy smell. There was just enough oil in it so it wasn't salty, with a mild savory depth. It's the kind of taste that keeps you reaching for another bite with rice. Something parents and kids alike could enjoy without hesitation!

The soft tofu stew

An unexpected standout, the soft tofu stew (●ˇ∀ˇ●) Simmered until the broth was reduced, the soft tofu was smooth and savory, and one spoonful in already felt satisfying. The seasoning wasn't harsh either, clean enough that even people who can't handle salty food could eat it comfortably. A dish that's perfect for finishing off a whole bowl of rice!

Adding an egg roll (gyeran-mari)

The fluffy, delicious egg roll ƪ(˘⌣˘)ʃ Fluffy on the outside, moist and well-rolled on the inside, it looked satisfying from the get-go. Not salty, with a gentle sweetness — right up my alley since I've got kid-friendly taste buds.

Is the Yongdam fish grill worth an airport-day stop?

Naneun Jigeum Saengseoni Meokgo Sipda Yongdam Airport Branch earned full marks starting with its location near the airport. It's on the way whether you're starting or wrapping up a trip, making it genuinely useful for Jeju travelers! The restaurant isn't big, which gave it a cozy feel, and visiting on a weekday meant no wait at all. The mackerel from the solo set wasn't salty and had a clean, savory flavor with no fishy smell, and the soft tofu stew turned out to be an unexpected standout, way more filling and tasty than I expected. The egg roll rounded things out too, fluffy and gently sweet, so all three dishes were satisfying. The free banchan refills made it feel like good value too! If you need a hearty meal during your Jeju trip, I'd highly recommend this place haha.