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Jaengban-jib

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Assorted grilled fish, Gwangneung-style bulgogi, Sundubu

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About this place

Jaengban-jib is a restaurant in Jongno 5-ga, Jongno-gu, Seoul. The menu includes assorted grilled fish, Gwangneung-style bulgogi, sundubu, stir-fried octopus, and stir-fried squid.

Taste notes from the video

A concise guide based on what was ordered and described in the feature.

Recommended dishes
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Assorted grilled fishOrdered on video
WhyAssorted grilled fish is a good pick when you want a meal built around different grilled fish items.
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Gwangneung-style bulgogiOrdered on video
WhyGwangneung-style bulgogi is worth checking if you want bulgogi with a regional style in the name.
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SundubuOrdered on video
WhySundubu fits when you are looking for a soft-tofu dish with a broth-like Korean meal.
Visits and features

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Jongno 5-ga Dongdaemun Grilled Fish Alley! Charcoal Grill! "Korean Comfort Food" - "Jaengban-jib"

A visit to Jaengban-jib in Dongdaemun’s grilled fish alley for charcoal-grilled fish and bulgogi.

A restaurant in Jongno 5-ga’s Dongdaemun grilled fish alley serving charcoal-grilled fish and Gwangneung-style bulgogi.

Taste notes from the video

The video says the charcoal fire adds aroma and keeps the fish moist. Pacific saury and mackerel are described as less fishy and savory, while hairtail is thick yet tender, and the bulgogi has a thicker cut with good texture.

Key visit points
  • Jaengban-jib in Jongno 5-ga, Dongdaemun grilled fish alley
  • Charcoal-grilled fish and Gwangneung-style bulgogi
  • Complimentary sundubu tofu soup
  • Assorted grilled fish, pacific saury, hairtail, mackerel, and mackerel pike
  • Stir-fried octopus and squid appears on the menu
Dishes featured in the video
Assorted grilled fishIncludes pacific saury, mackerel, hairtail, and Spanish mackerel with charcoal aroma.Gwangneung-style bulgogiCharcoal-grilled, juicy, smoky, and cut thicker than usual.SundubuDescribed as spicy and notable for its broth.