Jejuroun Cheonghaewon 제주로운청해원

Jejuroun Cheonghaewon is a Jeju home-style restaurant in Seongsan-eup, Seogwipo, conveniently close to eastern Jeju landmarks such as Seongsan Ilchulbong, Gwangchigi Beach, and Seopjikoji. It opens at 8 AM, making it a strong choice for a morning meal at the start of a sightseeing day, and the menu is curated by a chef with two decades of experience in Jinju gyobang cuisine, which lifts the food well above typical tourist-area dining. Operations center on set menus, ranging from Set A (braised hairtail plus grilled okdom) through Set D (stir-fried black pork). At the C set price point of 16,000 won per person, diners receive grilled okdom, stone pot rice, soy-marinated crab, and sea urchin seaweed soup, a combination that represents remarkable value given Jeju pricing. The galchi-jorim features island-caught hairtail with thick, plump flesh and a seasoning that is deeply savory yet cleanly spicy, demanding repeat spoonfuls of rice. The okdom-gui is fried-style grilled to a crisp exterior while remaining moist inside, entirely free of fishiness, which makes it approachable even for children who normally avoid seafood. The complimentary soy-marinated crab served as banchan is packed with roe and flesh, seasoned in a sweet-salty balance that rivals a standalone main dish; an extra portion is available for 5,000 won, and takeout or delivery purchases are also offered. The stone pot rice cooks to a pleasant, slightly firm texture ideal for pairing with side dishes, and leftover crust can be enjoyed as nurungji after the meal. The sea urchin seaweed soup carries a full ocean aroma while remaining gentle, and the seafood ttukbaegi brims with shellfish and squid. The dining room is spacious with seating arrangements suited to large groups and families alike, and roadside parking in front of the building is convenient. Upon checkout, staff hand out sample Jeju tangerines, a small but thoughtful touch that closes the meal on a distinctly local note.