Types of Korean Restaurants
횟집
hoetjip · Raw-fish restaurant
Better in a group
What they serve
Sliced raw fish (hoe) with side dishes, and often a spicy fish stew (maeuntang) to finish.
How ordering works
Pick the fish (and sometimes see it in the tank) and size; ask about the market price (시가).
Going alone?
Mostly a group meal; portions are for sharing.
Tip
At fish markets you can buy fish downstairs and pay a table fee to eat it upstairs.
Frequently asked questions
What is hoetjip (횟집) in Korea?
Hoetjip (횟집) is called “Raw-fish restaurant” in English. Sliced raw fish (hoe) with side dishes, and often a spicy fish stew (maeuntang) to finish.
Hoetjip (횟집): how do you order?
Pick the fish (and sometimes see it in the tank) and size; ask about the market price (시가).
Is hoetjip (횟집) OK for solo diners?
Mostly a group meal; portions are for sharing.
Hoetjip (횟집): any tips for first-timers?
At fish markets you can buy fish downstairs and pay a table fee to eat it upstairs.