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Beolmal Maeuntang (Spicy Freshwater Fish Stew)
A no-frills Incheon spot known for hearty spicy freshwater fish stews — catfish is the standout, and unlimited sujebi and ramyeon make meals extra satisfying.
IncheonKorean Food > Seafood Stews & Jjim (Steamed/Braised Seafood)
4.3
(48 reviews)A straightforward Korean eatery in Incheon that specializes in spicy stews made from freshwater fish — catfish (maegi), crucian carp (bungeo) and ppagasari. Their maegi is the crowd favorite; all stews come with unlimited free sujebi (hand-torn dough) and ramyeon noodles. The braised crucian carp with siraegi (dried radish greens) is another local specialty. Reservations are accepted only for groups.
Local Tips
- •Signature maegi (catfish) maeuntang — rich, spicy broth with free unlimited sujebi and ramyeon add-ons
- •Try bungeo-jjim (crucian carp steamed with siraegi) for a different, comforting local flavor
- •Open daily 10:00–21:30; reservations only for groups, and there's on-site parking
Menu
Maegi (2-person)40,000 KRW
Maegi — Large62,000 KRW
Maegi — Small45,000 KRW
Maegi — Medium53,000 KRW
Ppagasari — Large70,000 KRW
Ppagasari — Small50,000 KRW
Ppagasari — Medium60,000 KRW
Ppagasari + Maegi — Small50,000 KRW
Ppagasari + Maegi — Medium60,000 KRW
Ppagasari + + Maegi — Large70,000 KRW
Ppagasari + + Maegi — Small50,000 KRW
Ppagasari + + Maegi — Medium60,000 KRW
+ Maegi — Large70,000 KRW
+ Maegi — Small50,000 KRW
+ Maegi — Medium60,000 KRW
Practical Information
- Category
- Korean Food > Seafood Stews & Jjim (Steamed/Braised Seafood)
- Address
- 5, Beolmal-ro 565beon-gil, Gyeyang District, Incheon
- Operating Hours
- Daily 10:00–21:30
- Phone
- 032-544-5785
- Website
- Visit Website →
- Facilities
- Takeout,Reservations for groups only,Parking available
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Glossary
- Bbagasari
- Korean bullhead, a small freshwater fish prized for its flavorful contribution to stews
- Chamge
- Freshwater crab often added to maeuntang to boost umami and a slightly sweet briny note
- Maeuntang
- Spicy Korean fish stew, simmered with vegetables and gochujang/gochugaru for a bold, warming broth
- Megi
- Korean catfish commonly used in maeuntang for its firm texture and rich flavor
