Sokcho Saengdaegu: A Popular Cod Stew Restaurant with Morning Queues

Sokcho Saengdaegu is a highly popular restaurant among travelers to Sokcho, celebrated for its clear cod stew made with fresh cod. The establishment is so renowned that it often sees queues forming early in the morning, and it has consistently been featured in the Blue Ribbon Survey from 2015 to 2026, attesting to its quality and reputation.

The restaurant's signature saengdaegu-tang (fresh cod stew) is characterized by its clean and refreshing taste, achieved by using minimal ingredients like fresh cod, water parsley, green onions, and napa cabbage to highlight the natural flavor of the cod. The stew is priced at 26,000 KRW per person, with a minimum order of two servings. Patrons also enjoy the generous array of side dishes, especially the spicy and sweet seasoned herring roe. The restaurant offers a dedicated parking lot and uses a 'Tableing' system for queue management.

Visitors consistently express high satisfaction with the clear broth's refreshing quality and the stew's ability to be both hearty and easy on the stomach. Many recommend it as an excellent breakfast option and advise arriving early, especially on weekends, due to potential long waiting times.