Ratings
Review split — 474 on Korean platforms, 92 on Google. In Korea, Google reviews come mostly from visitors and Naver/Kakao/DiningCode mostly from Koreans. See where Koreans eat or where visitors eat.
Average ★ 3.6 across 2 sources (DiningCode's 100-point score converted to 5).
Why here
A decades-old neighborhood raw-fish spot tucked into a Pildong side street near Chungmuro station, known for a generous, low-priced assorted-hoe course that regulars jokingly call "imokase" for its chef's-choice feel. Individual menu items like grilled fish and fish stew run roughly 11,000-13,000 won, and the set course is priced around 20,000-25,000 won per person. It draws office workers and older neighborhood regulars for evening drinking sessions, with a short wait common after the afternoon break ends. Featured on Kim Three Meals (김사원세끼).
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Know before you go
₩₩ · ₩15,000–40,000 per person
Assorted sashimi set ₩25,000, premium ₩30,000; makhoe ₩20,000; hoedeopbap ₩10,000 (2026)
11:00–21:00
Walk-in
Walk-in only; evenings after the 15:00-17:00 afternoon break can see a short wait, especially with a full house of regulars. Solo diners can order an individual course.
Pildong, Jung-gu
중구 퇴계로36길 36-1, 1층 (필동2가) — show this to your taxi driver
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Who's featured this place
From the YouTubers, broadcasters and guides we track — most-trusted first.
- Kim Three Meals✓ — 40년 업력의 동네 어르신들끼리도 숨긴다는 숨은 한국식 횟집 2021-07-19
Good to know
What is Cheonghae?
Cheonghae is a seafood and raw-fish (hoe) restaurant in Pildong, Seoul, operating since 2014. The dish to order is Modeumhoe (assorted raw fish platter).
Do I need a reservation at Cheonghae?
No — Cheonghae is a walk-in spot, no reservation needed. Walk-in only; evenings after the 15:00-17:00 afternoon break can see a short wait, especially with a full house of regulars. Solo diners can order an individual course.
How much does Cheonghae cost per person?
Expect ₩15,000–40,000 per person at Cheonghae. Assorted sashimi set ₩25,000, premium ₩30,000; makhoe ₩20,000; hoedeopbap ₩10,000 (2026)
Can I order at Cheonghae without Korean?
We haven't confirmed whether Cheonghae keeps an English menu — most neighbourhood spots in Seoul don't. This page lists what to order in English, and the restaurant's Korean name is printed on it, so you can show the name at the door and order by pointing at the counter. Cards are accepted almost everywhere, and there is no tipping.
Nearby:
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🚶 5minYeongdeok Hoe Sikdang 영덕회식당
Makhoe (mixed sashimi)
🚶 6minBekind Banh Mi 비카인드 반미
Vietnamese Cuisine
More modeumhoe (assorted sashimi):
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