Sokcho sashimi takeout for an in-room dinner with chilled wine: Hoega

Why I picked Hoega for sashimi takeout in Sokcho

For dinner on our Sokcho trip, I picked up a mixed sashimi platter from Hoega (회가) and ate it at our lodging. The best part of a Sokcho trip is fresh raw fish, of course, but eating at a packed sashimi restaurant every time can feel like a bit much.

These days a private meal in a comfy lodging seems to be the trend, and lots of people prefer takeout. I was no different: while wondering what to eat at the lodging this time, I brought back a mixed sashimi platter from Hoega, which has a reputation as a top Sokcho sashimi takeout spot.

Hoega is famous for reasonable prices and a generous spread, and after trying it myself I immediately understood why it's called a must-visit among Sokcho travelers.

How were Hoega's mixed sashimi platter and freshness?

🍱 A mixed sashimi set that surprises with value and wins you over with its spread

Hoega's mixed platter lets you taste several kinds of fish at once, and the moment I opened the package I could tell how fresh the sashimi was. We went with the mixed platter so we could try a variety of fish in one go.

The glossy slices were neatly laid out, and the low price didn't mean lower quality at all. If anything, it was much thicker and more generous than what you get at most sit-down sashimi restaurants, so the value was overwhelming.

With so many kinds of fish mixed in, the biggest charm of a mixed platter is that you never get tired of it and enjoy varied textures down to the last piece. The portion was hearty enough to live up to the title of top Sokcho sashimi takeout spot, and it was plenty even for several adults.

Does Hoega's mulhoe come with a whole abalone?

🐚 A whole abalone! A mulhoe that's the king of refreshing

The mulhoe included in Hoega's mixed platter had one whole abalone in it, plus a portion of noodles. It was far better than I expected. You'd usually think of the mulhoe in a set as a freebie, but Hoega puts in a whole abalone, which honestly shocked me.

The chewy abalone and the sweet, tangy, ice-cold broth tidied up my mouth beautifully. The mulhoe also had noodles in it, so

I mixed it all up and it filled me up nicely too. If you only eat sashimi, your mouth can get a little oily, and one bite of this mulhoe gives you a fresh start.

It really showed off the owner's generosity at Hoega.

Pairing Hoega sashimi with white wine

🥂 A wonderful pairing of sashimi and white wine, healing time at the lodging

Adding chilled white wine to the sashimi from Hoega was the masterstroke of this lodging dinner. The fresh mixed platter and the well-chilled white wine went together like art.

The wine's acidity lifted the savory depth of the fish even more, making this a dinner that any fancy restaurant would envy.

Setting up a table in the lodging's living room and enjoying a piece of sashimi and a glass of wine with the sound of the sea in the background made me forget all my travel fatigue, pure healing. Getting away from the crowded market and sashimi alleys and chatting cozily by ourselves over good food is, I think, the real charm of takeout.

Tips for getting the most out of Hoega takeout

💡 Tips for getting the most out of sashimi takeout

When using Hoega in Sokcho, I recommend calling ahead to reserve your order before you go. It's very popular, so this cuts your waiting time on site, and the owner packs it to match your pickup time while keeping the fish at its freshest. Also, it's best to taste the mulhoe before the noodles get soggy, or mix it well with the broth beforehand.

The wrap vegetables and sauces they include were also very clean, so it was super convenient to start eating right away without preparing anything else. If you want to taste the Sokcho sea at a good-value price, Hoega is a choice you won't regret.

Many of you probably wonder which sashimi restaurant to go to every time you visit Sokcho, but why not sometimes take out from a place you can trust and enjoy it comfortably at your lodging?

Freshness is a given, and with a generous spread plus the special touch of abalone mulhoe, Hoega clearly stood out among Sokcho sashimi takeout spots.