Yongin sashimi restaurant with sofa seats for late drinks: Mr. Squid

One-line summary: a great spot to enjoy both squid sashimi and live fish sashimi on the Bojeong-dong cafe street. This is Mr. Squid Yongin Bojeong Branch, known for squid sashimi, fried squid, and live fish sashimi.

A squid spread on Yongin's Bojeong-dong cafe street

I was looking for a raw fish restaurant in Bojeong-dong, Yongin, and ended up at Mr. Squid Yongin Bojeong Branch. Parking is available in front of and beside the restaurant, and there's a nearby public parking lot too, so it was convenient even if you drive.

The hours are Mon–Fri 16:00–04:00 and Sat–Sun 15:00–04:00, so it's great not just for dinner but for late-night visits too. It's hard to find a bar these days that stays open this late into the early morning. Drinking until 4am, then hitting a noraebang and taking the first train home sounds perfect.

What the interior and the sofa seats are like

Inside Mr. Squid Yongin Bojeong Branch, the seats were spacious and the tables had generous spacing, making it comfortable to eat. It looked fine for groups too, and the atmosphere was easygoing enough for family gatherings or meetups.

Even though I wasn't by the window, the view wasn't cramped at all, so I stayed comfortable throughout the meal. There were also sofa seats in the middle, which were nice.

What comes in the 62,000-won squid and live fish set

What I ordered was the squid and live fish set, along with a bottle of Sero soju. It came with assorted sashimi, squid sashimi, fried squid, and steamed egg, so I could enjoy a variety in one sitting.

The vegetables were really fresh, making the sashimi taste even more refreshing when eaten together.

What tasted best at Mr. Squid

The squid sashimi had a good chewy texture, and it was fun to pick through the different types of live fish sashimi. The fried squid was crispy, and the steamed egg was warm, which felt like it cleansed the palate in between bites.

The basic side dishes came out clean too, and the seaweed soup paired well with the vegetables and sashimi. Eating it together with Sero soju made the meal and the drink flow together naturally, which was even more satisfying. These days I've had to cut back on soju-and-beer mixes since starting Mounjaro, haha...

Prices and what to know before you order

The squid and live fish set cost 62,000 won. The menu had a range of options, from sets recommended for 2–3 people up to sets for 4–6 people, so it was easy to pick based on group size.

Here's what I felt were the strengths.

• You can enjoy both squid sashimi and assorted sashimi at once
• The balance is great with fried squid and steamed egg also included
• Fresh vegetables make the sashimi taste even cleaner
• Great for eating late into the night on the Bojeong-dong cafe street

Who Mr. Squid Yongin Bojeong Branch suits

I tend to be more satisfied when a sashimi meal has a varied composition, and Mr. Squid Yongin Bojeong Branch hit that spot exactly. It seems like a great fit for people who love squid sashimi, people looking for a dinner with a drink on the side, and people looking for a solid, easygoing sashimi restaurant on the Bojeong-dong cafe street.

I figured some of you might have questions, so here's a short FAQ.

Is the squid and live fish set enough on its own?

I found it quite satisfying, since it came with assorted sashimi, squid sashimi, fried squid, and steamed egg all together.

Is it easy to drive and park there?

Parking is available in front of the restaurant, and there's a nearby public parking lot too, so getting around was easy.

Can you go late at night?

Since it's open until the early morning, it's well suited for visits after dinner time too.

To wrap up, the squid and live fish set was a satisfying visit thanks to the fresh vegetables and generous portions. I'd recommend it to anyone who wants to enjoy sashimi with a drink on the Bojeong-dong cafe street, and with a spread like this, I'd happily go back for more. Come enjoy squid sashimi with a cold soju.