Ratings
Review split — 1,371 on Korean platforms, 308 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 ★ 4.4 across 5 sources (DiningCode's 100-point score converted to 5).
Why here
Jogaedo is a grilled-shellfish specialist near Ttukdo Market in Seongsu, built around a spread of grilled clams, steamed shellfish, and a shellfish-broth ramen finisher. It draws a steady line of both locals and foreign visitors, with remote waitlisting through CatchTable now standard for weekday and weekend visits alike. Featured on Kim Three Meals (김사원세끼).
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₩₩ · ₩15,000–40,000 per person
Grilled/steamed shellfish set from ~54,000 won for 2 (2025-2026).
16:00-00:00 (some days from 15:40), last order 22:40, closed Mondays
Expect lines
Weekday early evenings and weekends draw a consistent line; CatchTable remote waitlisting is the norm rather than showing up cold.
Waitlist app (KR phone)
CatchTable remote waitlist widely used; weekday early evenings are often already full by opening time.
Seongsu-dong 2-ga, Seongdong
성동구 성덕정17길 8-1 (성수동2가) — 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✓ — 서비스 지리는 서울 1티어 조개구이집 2023-04-25
Good to know
What is Jogaedo?
Jogaedo is a seafood and raw-fish (hoe) restaurant in Seongsu-dong 2-ga, Seoul, operating since 1997. The dish to order is Jogae-gui (grilled shellfish).
How do I get into Jogaedo?
Jogaedo uses a Korean waitlist app (a Korean phone number is usually required); you can also line up in person. CatchTable remote waitlist widely used; weekday early evenings are often already full by opening time.
How long is the wait at Jogaedo?
At Jogaedo: Weekday early evenings and weekends draw a consistent line; CatchTable remote waitlisting is the norm rather than showing up cold.
How much does Jogaedo cost per person?
Expect ₩15,000–40,000 per person at Jogaedo. Grilled/steamed shellfish set from ~54,000 won for 2 (2025-2026).
Can I order at Jogaedo without Korean?
We haven't confirmed whether Jogaedo 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.
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