Daily morning auction
The owner personally bids at the morning auction every day. The crabs you see in our tank were swimming on the East Sea this morning.
Direct from Gijang Traditional Market · 25 years
Busan's freshest live snow crab, straight from Gijang Market
1F live tank · 2F dining hall · in-store dining only
We are a Gijang restaurant inside Gijang Traditional Market — one of the best Busan snow crab restaurants for travelers. International orders are not shipped; we welcome you to visit our store in person.
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Address
12 Eumnaero 104beon-gil, Gijang-eup, Gijang-gun, Busan, South Korea (1F + 2F)
Hours
9:00 AM – 9:00 PM · Open daily, year-round
Access
1 min walk from Gijang Market public parking · 25 min from Haeundae
Address · Gijang Cheonghaewang Daege
Video Reviews
Real customer videos from our store
Filmed and uploaded by our actual customers — thank you.
▶︎ Store visit
A customer who came to our Gijang Market restaurant filmed the full visit — picking a snow crab from the 1F tank, watching it being prepared, and enjoying it upstairs. Thank you for sharing the real atmosphere of our store.
▶︎ Visit #1
Short visit clip — picking a live snow crab from the tank and dining upstairs the same day. Thank you for capturing the moment.
▶︎ Visit #2
A short clip of the table being served — steamed snow crab, side dishes, and a full Korean spread. Thank you for filming a family meal in our shop.
▶︎ Visit #3
A close look at choosing live snow crab and king crab from the tank and the prep process. Thank you for showing the transparency of a real Gijang Market restaurant.
! Per-kilogram price changes every day with the morning auction. Today's exact price is available by phone or in store.
Owner · 25-year live seafood vendor
Every morning, before the city is awake,I'm at the auction picking the crab for your table.
Cutting out the wholesale middlemen is more than a slogan. It means the owner shows up at the auction every single morning. After 25 years, I still feel like every day is the first. — Jung Young-jin, Owner
Jung Young-jinWhy visit a Gijang Market restaurant for snow crab
1F live tank, you pick
Walk in, point to the crab you want from our 1F live tank. We weigh and prepare it on the spot — full transparency, no swaps.
2F dining hall · private rooms
Cooked-to-order steamed crab, sashimi, and seafood hot pot served upstairs. Up to 100 guests, with private rooms for families and small parties.
What's on your table
Steam, sashimi, or a seafood hot pot — your choice, prepared on the spot.
Steamed snow crab
Steamed to order — the classic, sweetest way to enjoy the crab.
Seafood hot pot
Shells and bodies make a deep, sweet broth shared at the table.
King crab
Thick legs, generous meat, for those who want the bigger feast.
Snow crab + King crab set
Both crabs in one table course — for groups who want it all.
From the East Sea to your table
How the snow crab you see in our tank got there.
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Morning auction
The owner attends the East Sea daily auction and bids only on the best live snow crab.
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Store tank
Bought crabs are moved into our 1F live tank, kept at the same conditions as the sea.
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You choose
You walk in, point to the snow crab you want. We weigh and prepare it in front of you.
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Steamed / sashimi / hot pot
The kitchen prepares your snow crab as steamed, sashimi, or seafood hot pot — your choice.
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Served 2F
Served at your table on 2F — main hall or private room, depending on your group size.
Why prices are different at a Gijang Market restaurant
Inside the market vs. department stores
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Department store / general distribution
Four wholesale margin layers between the boat and the showcase.
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Our shop inside Gijang Market
Morning auction directly into our 1F tank — one step, no middlemen.
Like-for-like grade comparison: prices roughly 30–45% lower than department stores.
Inside our Gijang Market restaurant
Storefront on Gijang Market street
1F live snow crab tank
2F main dining hall
Full table course
What customers say about visiting
Reviews from real visitors to our Gijang Market restaurant.
I traveled to Busan just for snow crab and Gijang Market did not disappoint. Friendly owner, very fresh, second floor private room was lovely for a family of four.
Tomoko I.Tokyo, Japan · Visit
Picked a king crab from the tank, watched them prepare it. The price was much lower than what we paid in Seoul department stores. Definitely worth the trip from Haeundae.
Wei C.Taipei, Taiwan · Visit
We don't usually travel for food, but the Gijang Market experience was special. Owner spoke enough English to help us order. Snow crab was sweet and full of meat.
Sarah K.Singapore · Visit
Best snow crab I've ever had. The private room on 2F made it feel like a celebration. Will be back next Busan trip.
Daniel R.Sydney, Australia · Visit
Words from the owner
“For the one crab on your table,I stand at the same auction every dawn.25 years later, every day still feels like the first.”
Jung Young-jin · Owner · 25-year live seafood vendor
FAQ for international visitors
The basics for travelers planning to visit Gijang Market for snow crab.
Where can I eat live snow crab in Busan?+
Gijang Cheonghaewang Daege, inside Gijang Traditional Market (Busan, Gijang-gun, Gijang-eup, Eumnaero 104beon-gil 12), is the most direct way. You choose a live snow crab from the 1F tank and we prepare it upstairs. 25-minute taxi from Haeundae or 8 minutes from Gijang Station on the Donghae Line.
What's the best Gijang Market restaurant for foreign tourists?+
Travelers from Japan, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Singapore and Australia regularly recommend Gijang Cheonghaewang Daege. The 25-year owner-run shop offers English, Japanese, and Chinese (Simplified/Traditional) menus, 1F live tank selection, and 2F private rooms — making it the most approachable Gijang Market restaurant for international visitors.
Is Gijang worth visiting from Haeundae just for snow crab?+
Yes. Gijang is Busan's only working snow crab port, and Gijang Traditional Market is the entry point to it. A 25-minute taxi from Haeundae brings you to a market lined with crab restaurants — Gijang Cheonghaewang Daege sits inside the market with same-morning auction stock.
Can I see and pick my snow crab before it's cooked?+
Yes. Our 1F holds the live tank — point to the crab you want, we weigh it on the spot and you watch the prep. This transparent pick-then-cook flow is what makes Gijang Market the trusted choice for Busan snow crab.
Do I need to speak Korean to order at a Gijang Market restaurant?+
No. Gijang Cheonghaewang Daege provides English, Japanese, Simplified Chinese, and Traditional Chinese menus. Basic ordering and recommendations are handled in your language; the staff has served international visitors for over a decade.
When is the best season to eat Korean snow crab?+
Peak season is November through May, with the largest, full-meat crabs landing March–May. Snow crab fishing is legally closed in Korea from June 1 to September 30 — during that window, live stock is limited, so plan your Gijang visit between October and May for the best yield.
How much does a snow crab dinner cost at Gijang Market?+
Per-kilogram price changes daily with the morning auction. As a rough budget, 1 person comfortably enjoys around 1kg, and dinner for 2 people usually lands at roughly 70,000–150,000 KRW depending on size and grade — typically 30–45% below Busan department store prices for the same grade.
Do you have private rooms for families or small groups?+
Yes. Our 2F dining hall seats up to 100 guests and includes private rooms suited for families and small parties. Reservation is recommended for parties of 4+ and weekend evenings — call +82-507-1490-5702.
Can I bring children to eat snow crab here?+
Yes. Snow crab meat is soft, mildly sweet, and rarely allergenic — typically suitable for children 3 and older. We can prepare smaller portions on request, and the 2F private rooms work well for families.
What's the difference between snow crab and king crab here?+
Snow crab (daege) has soft, sweet meat — a delicate, traditional Korean coastal flavor. King crab (kingkraep) has thick legs with abundant meat and a chewier bite. First-time visitors often choose our snow crab + king crab combo set to compare both at one table.
How fresh is the snow crab — is it caught the same day?+
The owner personally attends the East Sea auction each morning around 5 AM and brings the live crabs straight into our 1F tank within hours. The crab you see at lunch was swimming on the East Sea that very morning.
Is the price per kg fixed or does it change?+
Snow crab price changes daily with the morning auction. We pass the auction price through with an honest fixed margin — no padded average. Ask staff or call for today's exact rate. Per-kilogram rate is the same whether you order 1kg or 5kg.
Visit us at Gijang Traditional Market
Today's snow crab is in the tank.
Walk in, point, and we'll prepare it for your table. Reservation recommended for parties of 4+.