Oido Jeongdongjin 오이도 정동진

Oido Jeongdongjin is a large shellfish restaurant in Jeongwang-dong, Siheung, Gyeonggi Province, distinguished from neighboring establishments by the absence of aggressive street solicitation that characterizes the Oido dining strip. The building occupies a substantial footprint, and second-floor window seating provides an unobstructed ocean panorama that elevates the dining atmosphere. The signature grilled shellfish features fresh clams with thorough sand purging that eliminates grit for a clean eating experience. A cheese shellfish grill set is also offered, and accompanying side dishes ensure adequate overall volume. The bajirak kalguksu stands out with chewy noodles in a deeply extracted seafood broth, served in portions generous enough to leave leftovers for two diners. The haemul pajeon comes in a sizable portion, though cooking evenness varies, with some sections overcooked while others remain slightly underdone. The haemul kalguksu provides acceptable quantity, though reviews note the seafood components do not contribute as strongly to the broth as expected. Barley rice arrives as a complimentary appetizer, and the kimchi is well-prepared. The restaurant gained additional visibility after appearing on the television program I Live Alone, where celebrity Gian84 ate haemul ramyeon, driving increased visitor traffic. Staff are friendly and restroom facilities are well-maintained. The ordering system has drawn suggestions for improvement, and during busy periods, wait times for food can extend significantly, with haemul pajeon taking approximately 25 minutes and kalguksu reaching 35 minutes. Parking space is somewhat limited, creating potential difficulty on weekends and during peak seasons. Proximity to Siheung Gaetgol Ecological Park makes the restaurant a natural meal stop after a park stroll, and it merits primary consideration when seeking shellfish dining during an Oido visit.