With yellowtail (amberjack) season in full swing, I knew I had to make my way to Noryangjin Fish Market (Seoul) for a true winter feast. There’s no better way to celebrate the end of the year than with fresh, in-season yellowtail sashimi and if you follow my guide, you’ll have an amazing experience too!

After a long time away, I finally returned to Noryangjin Fish Market. The market is now directly connected to Exit 9 of Noryangjin Station, making access much more convenient.

As soon as you approach the market, you’ll notice the distinct fishy aroma wafting from the building.

It’s always bustling with activity, and it still amazes me that such a massive seafood market exists in the heart of Seoul, where you can buy fresh sashimi and seafood straight from the source.

This time, I decided to make a reservation in advance at one of the many sashimi stalls. A local from Noryangjin had personally recommended two places: Jeolla Sanghoe and Ire Sanghoe

I ended up choosing Jeolla Sanghoe (Section D-161, 1st floor). The D-line area is always the busiest, and since it was the end of the year, I expected long lines. To avoid waiting, I booked my sashimi a week ahead of time which turned out to be a great decision.

For those who didn’t make reservations, the order line was long, and the wait for sashimi preparation was even longer. Meanwhile, since I had pre-ordered, my sashimi was already prepared and kept in the fridge, so I could pick it up immediately upon arrival.

The staff were working non-stop, as yellowtail was in peak season, and demand was sky-high.

After picking up my fresh sashimi, we were guided to a restaurant upstairs called Haeundae, where we could eat our meal.

Before heading up, I grabbed some of my favorite sea pineapples. 1kg for 15,000 won because no seafood meal is complete without them!

On the 2nd floor, the atmosphere was noticeably less crowded than the main market area, as most people had already settled into restaurants to enjoy their seafood.

Near the escalator on the 2nd floor, I came across a tempura stand called Ogun Bunsik (Ogun Shrimp). I ordered a two-person variety pack (15,000 won) and sweet potato fries (5,000 won).

Freshly fried shrimp, squid, small crab, and sweet potato tempura. Crispy and delicious!

Located at the far end of the 2nd floor, Haeundae Restaurant was packed. The main dining hall was full, so we were directed to a secondary location.

If you want to save money, the best option is to take your sashimi home. Otherwise, expect to pay for the restaurant's table usage, which can add up, especially when you order extra dishes and alcohol.

For four people, our meal (including drinks) ended up costing more than the sashimi itself!

The restaurant was lively and noisy, with small, closely packed tables. It wasn’t the most spacious setting, but given the holiday season, every restaurant in the market seemed to be just as packed.

 

Small-sized assorted sashimi

This is the small-sized assorted sashimi that we brought from the sashimi stands downstairs. 

 

Yellowtail (amberjack)

But the highlight of the meal was, of course, the thick, buttery slices of yellowtail sashimi.

Winter is the only time to eat yellowtail because it’s at its tastiest, with the perfect texture and fat content.

Yellowtail has amazing marbling, almost like high-quality beef, which makes every bite incredibly satisfying.

Wrap a slice in seaweed with radish sprouts and wasabi, then dip it in soy sauce,  absolute perfection!

To finish our meal, we ordered maeuntang (spicy fish soup), which is always a must-have after a sashimi feast.

Winter yellowtail sashimi at Noryangjin Fish Market is an absolute must-try for seafood lovers. The experience of choosing fresh sashimi, eating in a lively restaurant, and finishing off with a hot bowl of maeuntang made for a perfect year-end celebration.

 

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