Ratings
Review split — 1,807 on Korean platforms, 531 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 3 sources (DiningCode's 100-point score converted to 5).
Why here
Yennal Macha is a neighborhood raw fish (hoe) restaurant in Sinjeong-dong, built around generous sharing platters — anchovy hoe-muchim, seasonal daebang-eo (giant flounder), and mixed raw fish sets meant for two. It has run from this Mokdong-area spot since 2003 and draws a steady local crowd, especially around dinner. Featured on Kim Three Meals (김사원세끼).
Busy times
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Know before you go
₩₩ · ₩15,000–40,000 per person
The Yennal Macha special set runs about ₩50,000–60,000 and appears to be sized for two (2024-2026) — roughly ₩25,000–30,000 per person.
Tue-Fri 15:00-01:30, Sat-Sun 14:00-01:30, closed Mondays
Short waits at peak
Dinner hours (roughly evening peak, especially weekends) can bring a short wait; several visitors report walking straight in during off-peak lunch or early evening, so timing it outside the dinner rush is the safer bet.
Walk-in
The special platter appears to be sized for two — solo portions are not documented.
Sinjeong-dong, Yangcheon
양천구 신정중앙로 84, 1층 (신정동) — 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✓ — 어떻게 이게 5만원이죠..? 구성 미쳐버린 가성비 쩌는 횟집 2024-05-07
Good to know
What is Yennal Macha?
Yennal Macha is a seafood and raw-fish (hoe) restaurant in Sinjeong-dong, Seoul, operating since 2003. The dish to order is Hoe-moddeum (assorted raw fish platter).
Do I need a reservation at Yennal Macha?
No — Yennal Macha is a walk-in spot, no reservation needed. The special platter appears to be sized for two — solo portions are not documented.
How long is the wait at Yennal Macha?
At Yennal Macha: Dinner hours (roughly evening peak, especially weekends) can bring a short wait; several visitors report walking straight in during off-peak lunch or early evening, so timing it outside the dinner rush is the safer bet.
How much does Yennal Macha cost per person?
Expect ₩15,000–40,000 per person at Yennal Macha. The Yennal Macha special set runs about ₩50,000–60,000 and appears to be sized for two (2024-2026) — roughly ₩25,000–30,000 per person.
Can I order at Yennal Macha without Korean?
We haven't confirmed whether Yennal Macha 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:
🚶 3minDaepohang Hoejip 대포항회집
Makhoe (mixed sashimi)
🚶 2.7kmYangnam Hanwoo Jeongyuk Sikdang 양남한우정육식당
Hanwoo (Korean beef BBQ)
🚶 3.0kmObok Sundaeguk 오복순대국
Sundae-guk (blood sausage soup)
Goatt Deli Mullae 고트델리 문래
Brunch
More hoe (raw fish sashimi):
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