Dongpirang Jeonbok Maeul 동피랑 전복마을

Dongpirang Jeonbok Maeul is an abalone specialist on the second floor of a building across from Tongyeong's famous honey-bread street and busking area. The most popular order is the abalone stone-pot rice set, priced at 17,000 won per person, which includes a generous portion of plump abalone in a fragrant stone pot along with a crispy seafood pancake. The rice on its own is mild and subtly nutty, but adding the provided seasoning sauce transforms it - the savory depth pairs beautifully with the chewy texture of the abalone. The mulhoe (chilled raw seafood soup) is another standout, packed with sliced fish, abalone, squid, and even octopus, all fresh and abundant enough to serve as a complete meal for two people. Abalone porridge sets and sea squirt bibimbap are also available, and the grilled mackerel is well-prepared without any fishy odor. Seasoning across all dishes is moderate and well-balanced, making the menu accessible to a wide range of palates. Parking accommodates roughly ten vehicles, which fills up quickly; requesting a 50-percent discount QR code for the nearby public parking lot is a useful option. Waits build up after 11 AM, so pre-registering through the Tableling app before arrival is strongly recommended.