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Jeju City · Samdo 2-dong / Bracken hangover soup

Ujin Haejangguk

우진해장국

One of Jeju City's most recommended early-morning soup houses, specializing in a Jeju-only style of haejangguk built around bracken fern instead of the cabbage used on the mainland. It opens at 6am and draws locals starting their day alongside travelers wanting a hearty meal.

Korea on a Plate · Selected 2026

On a food route: Jeju in 2 days

At a glance₩11,000 per personHours 06:00–22:00Open dailyEarly breakfastNot spicyFirst time in Korea
Bowl of haejangguk hangover soup with beef, vegetables and scallions
Representative dish photo · sangmins · CC0. Cropped for layout.

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Gosari haejangguk · bracken-fern and pork-bone soup

A suggested order

Order the gosari haejangguk — a thick pork-bone broth loaded with bracken fern that's distinct to Jeju — and a bindaetteok to share.

Neighborhood
Jeju City · Samdo 2-dong
Food style
Bracken hangover soup
Station to look up
Jeju City center, near Jungang Underground Shopping Center
Hours
06:00–22:00
Closed
Open daily
Typical spend
₩11,000 per person
Key prices
Gosari haejangguk ₩10,000; momguk ₩10,000; nokdu bindaetteok ₩15,000

What to know before ordering

Arrive by 7am on weekdays to beat the queue — it lines up fast.

For allergies or dietary restrictions, ask the restaurant about ingredients and preparation before ordering.

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