The Aewol Main Branch Jeju: Best Black Pork Duruchigi Breakfast

Top Recommended Restaurants & Must-Visit Spots in Jeju Aewol

The Aewol Main Branch: Black Pork Duroochigi for Breakfast

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This time, I took a trip to the Aewol area of Jeju!

As I've always stuck to exploring only the Seogwipo side,

I was curious about what amazing spots Jeju Aewol had to offer,

so I really dug deep to find the best places before my trip.

As I looked for Jeju Aewol restaurants worth recommending,

I found this place that's not only incredibly popular with the locals,

but also a beloved spot that tourists rave about through word-of-mouth.

That's how I discovered The Aewol Main Branch, a black pork duroochigi restaurant,

that’s a true favorite among popular celebrities like Tak Jae-hoon!

Even though I'm usually one to skip breakfast,

I made sure to schedule a visit in the morning,

and it was so incredibly delicious and easy to eat,

I felt completely energized for the day.

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Table of Contents
1	The Aewol Main Branch Location & Parking
2	Interior Space
3	The Aewol Main Branch Menu
4	My Review

1. The Aewol Main Branch Location & Parking

The adorable exterior made it feel like a potential drama filming location,

and it even had a convenient parking lot.

This is the inviting entrance to The Aewol Main Branch, our amazing Jeju Aewol restaurant.

The exact location of The Aewol Main Branch is

1F, 159 Hagar-ro, Aewol-eup, Jeju-si.

It's so popular that there's often a line during lunchtime, proving it's a genuine hit among locals, tourists, and celebrities alike,

and a Jeju Aewol restaurant with many devoted regular customers.

Daily 10:00-20:00

Last order 19:20

Closed every Sunday

0507-1409-8522

The parking lot was super easy to navigate,

making it a breeze to park comfortably. A huge plus!

There was also a cafe located behind the restaurant.

The day I visited, the cafe wasn't open,

but the overall interior design of The Aewol Main Branch was so charming and delightful, it was a pleasure to look around.

2. Interior Space

With so many 4-person tables available at The Aewol Main Branch,

I bet they could easily accommodate large groups!

One wall was covered with celebrity autographs, a clear sign of its popularity!

With well-known names like Tak Jae-hoon, Cool Lee Jae-hoon, and even acclaimed film directors counted among their regulars,

you can instantly tell this is a go-to spot for celebrities!

After indulging in so much delicious Jeju Black Pork during my trip,

I was craving something equally famous but with a unique twist!

Discovering I could enjoy the Black Pork Duruchigi dish

at The Aewol Main Branch felt absolutely fantastic.

If grilled Black Pork feels a bit much, or if you're looking for a unique culinary adventure,

diving into Black Pork Duruchigi and Kimchi Jjigae

is an absolutely brilliant way to savor your Jeju trip.

And for your comfort, they even have separate restrooms for men and women.

3. The Aewol Main Branch Menu

Black Pork Kimchi Jjigae

Pacific Saury Kimchi Jjigae Brisket Doenjang Jeongol

Pork Duruchigi

Scallion Pork Duruchigi

As you can see, a wonderful variety of main dishes are available to tempt your taste buds!

For our group of four, we went all out and ordered the Pork Duruchigi,

Scallion Pork Duruchigi, Black Pork Kimchi Jjigae

+ plus some delicious sticky pot rice.

4. Review

As soon as we placed our order,

the staff efficiently and neatly brought out all the delicious side dishes.

The side dishes alone were so incredibly delicious,

they instantly built up my anticipation for the main course!

Pork Duruchigi (Spicy Gochujang Sauce)

I noticed countless reviews raving that, unlike many other places,

The Aewol Main Branch is a dedicated specialty restaurant, proudly using

100% Black Pork

for its Duruchigi and Kimchi Jjigae!

And guess what? It was absolutely true!

When I finally tasted it, the meat was incredibly tender and chewy, with not even a hint of gamey flavor –

simply perfect for a satisfying meal.

It wasn't just the Duruchigi itself;

the delightful additions of tteok (rice cakes), onions, bean sprouts, kimchi, etc.

scattered throughout truly enhanced the texture and flavor.

And let me tell you, it was an absolutely perfect, harmonious match

with the sticky pot rice we ordered!

Black Pork Kimchi Jjigae

While it wasn't a watery, soupy kimchi jjigae,

the flavors were incredibly rich and deeply infused into the tofu, pork, etc.,

creating a truly profound taste.

The sticky pot rice comes served with the Kimchi Jjigae,

and for just an extra ~$1, it's an absolute must-try combination!

I had the sticky pot rice, Duruchigi

and Kimchi Jjigae all together for breakfast,

and honestly, it was an absolutely delightful and incredibly delicious experience.

With minimal artificial seasonings,

the authentic taste of kimchi and a special sauce shone through,

creating a refreshing and spicy flavor that

finished with a delightful sweetness from the onions.

Padon Duruchigi (Scallion Black Pork Stir-fry)

This black pork duruchigi, with its savory soy sauce base,

and eaten with thinly sliced green onions,

was incredibly fragrant, perfectly non-greasy, and super clean-tasting.

The seasoning was so fantastic, it was almost like eating delicious fried chicken!

And of course, it had rice cakes (tteok) in it too!

It had a little bit of that tteokbokki vibe,

but it was definitely a proper, hearty meal,

making me realize I made an excellent choice for breakfast.

I used to wonder why so many celebrities flocked here,

but after just one bite, I completely understood!

The Aewol Main Branch of The Aewol only uses 100% Jeju black pork.

If you're on the hunt for an amazing restaurant in Aewol, Jeju,

you absolutely have to pay them a visit! =)