A Hearty Local Meal in Jeju｜Nukdongbaegi Restaurant Review Near Airport

 

📌 Quick Info: Nukdongbaegi (넉둥베기)

• 🕘 Hours: 09:00 – 18:00 (Last order: 17:00)

• ❌ Closed: Every Tuesday & Wednesday

• 🧑‍🍼 Kids: No strollers, no baby chairs/tableware

• 🚗 Parking: Limited in front (11:00–13:30) / Recommended across from Top Mart

• 📍 Address: 1F, 9-1 Seomun-ro, Jeju-si, South Korea

✈️ First Meal in Jeju? Nukdongbaegi Is a Great Start!

Looking for an authentic local restaurant near Jeju Airport?
We headed straight to Nukdongbaegi, a local favorite known for its rich pork back-bone soup (Jeopjjakbbaeguk) and traditional side dishes.
This restaurant recently moved to a new building, now cleaner and more spacious. You can’t miss the orange sign from afar!

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 A Full Table for the Whole Family

We visited with 4 adults and a toddler.
Even though the restaurant was busy, service was impressively fast—perfect when you're on a tight travel schedule.

They divided our party into two tables and served everything promptly thanks to our pre-ordering.

🚗 Parking Tips

• You can park in front of the restaurant between 11:00–13:30, but spots are limited.

• We recommend parking across from Top Mart, just a short walk away. It’s spacious and hassle-free.

👶 Visiting with Kids? Read This First:

Please note the restaurant may not be the most convenient for young children:

• No strollers allowed

• No high chairs or baby tableware

• Use of smartphones/tablets may be limited

• Tight space inside: watch out for safety hazards

⏰ Even at 10AM, There Was a Waiting List!

Despite arriving early, we still had to take a queue ticket.
If you leave the area when your number is called, you’ll lose your spot—so stay nearby!
The owner takes pre-orders to speed things up, which is a huge plus.

🍽 Recommended Dishes

🥘 Jeopjjakbbaeguk (Pork Back-Bone Soup)

Huge pork bones, tender meat falling off effortlessly, and a spicy, flavorful broth absolutely soul-warming.
No unpleasant smell, clean taste. Perfect with rice.

🍲 Gosari Yukgaejang (Fernbrake Soup)

Unlike regular yukgaejang, this one’s thick, creamy, and filled with mountain herbs like fernbrake.
It had a comfort-food vibe—like Korean-style chicken porridge but richer.

🥓 Grilled Skewers (San-jeok Gui)

Grilled pork belly skewers with a smoky aroma.
Try it with pickled anchovy chili—it’ll blow your mind. Great side dish with rice!

🧂 Side Dishes Were Thoughtfully Prepared

As soon as we were seated, side dishes were served:
Kimchi, lettuce, chili peppers, pickled chili, dipping sauces—everything was fresh and ready.

There’s even a solo-dining area at the front of the restaurant for solo travelers. A thoughtful touch!

🏆 Final Thoughts

From the first bite, we knew we picked the right spot for our first meal in Jeju.
Every dish was hearty, flavorful, and true to Jeju’s traditional style.
Even our family, including a picky toddler, gave it a thumbs-up.

If you want to experience authentic Jeju cuisine, Nukdongbaegi is a must-visit.