동강나루터 (Donggang Naruteo)
99 Eulji-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
동강나루터 | Euljiro’s 25-year veteran for spicy fish stew
A bubbling pot of broth made with freshwater crab and catfish, plus unlimited refills of three kinds of kimchi. A true classic for Euljiro company dinners.
An original Euljiro favorite that has built its reputation over 25 years on one signature dish: spicy freshwater crab and catfish stew.
This place stands out for its unique combination of clean, savory freshwater crab flavor and the rich, tender flesh of catfish simmered together in one pot. Three kinds of kimchi—mustard leaf kimchi, ponytail radish kimchi, and green onion kimchi—are offered with unlimited refills, and if you add hand-pulled dough flakes, the broth thickens into something irresistibly comforting. After Euljiro’s redevelopment, the restaurant moved into a large second-floor space, making it roomy enough for group dinners.
One Gold reviewer wrote, "There are no side dishes except kimchi, but there was plenty of catfish and the broth was flavorful without being salty, so you don’t need anything else." Another said, "The broth is refreshing and delicious. The unlimited refill set of three kimchis is amazing." There is also a review praising the dough flakes: "I really enjoyed the freshwater crab and catfish spicy stew. The dough flakes were so good that I even ordered an extra portion."
On a day when you want to sip soju in Euljiro and finish off a hearty bowl of spicy stew, 동강나루터 has been holding its ground for 25 years.
A place where people say it’s the best spicy fish stew they’ve had in Seoul—and they mean it.
Pros Refreshing spicy stew with a one-of-a-kind freshwater crab + catfish combination / Unlimited refills of 3 kinds of kimchi (mustard leaf, ponytail radish, green onion)
Note The entrance stairs are narrow and steep, so be careful after drinking. During busy hours, some self-service is expected.
Tip Take the minari out early to keep its texture / Add hand-pulled dough flakes for a richer broth
Review Snapshot
- "There are no side dishes except kimchi, but there was plenty of catfish and the broth was flavorful without being salty, so you don’t need anything else."
- "The broth is refreshing and delicious. The unlimited refill set of three kimchis is amazing."
- "I really enjoyed the freshwater crab and catfish spicy stew. The dough flakes were so good that I even ordered an extra portion."
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