Jeju Restaurant

4.8 ( 486 reviews )
Checking... 5:00 AM - 9:30 PM See Hours
120 Fourth St #101, Tofino, BC V0R 2Z0, Canada
+1 250-725-2215

If you find yourself in Tofino, Jeju Restaurant is a culinary gem that demands your attention. Hailed for its remarkable dishes, the menu features standout items like the bossam and galbi, known for their tender, flavorful meat enhanced by a delightful charcoal smokiness. Patrons rave about the beautifully marinated scallop and spot prawn ceviche, which bursts with citrus freshness. Jeju excels not only in flavor but also in its inviting atmosphere, where attentive staff ensure an enjoyable dining experience.

Judging by enthusiastic reviews, the kimchi and Japalpe have also gained a loyal following. Guests appreciate the vibrant flavors and the care with which each dish is prepared. While the intimate space means seating may be close, the lively ambiance adds to the restaurant's charm. Reservations are highly recommended, especially for larger groups, as a minimum spend applies. Overall, Jeju Restaurant is a culinary experience that embodies the best of Tofino’s vibrant dining scene. Don’t miss the chance to explore its exquisite offerings!

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • Has outdoor seating
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
    • No delivery
  • Highlights
    • Serves great cocktails
  • Popular for
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Serves cocktails
    • Serves healthy options
    • Serves spirits
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves dinner
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Good for groups
    • Popular with tourists
  • Planning
    • Dinner reservations recommended
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Paid street parking
    • Plenty of parking

Reviews For Jeju Restaurant

Dorothy Ng
Jun 20,2025
Wow - Jeju is a must visit if you are in Tofino. I was blown away by the bossam and galbi. Tender meat (with an appropriate amount of fat for flavour), smokiness from the charcoal, perfectly paired with the banchan. A splurge, but a worthwhile splurge. Scallop and spot prawn ceviche were beautifully marinated. The citrus brought out the freshness of the seafood. Be sure to make a reservation! FYI: 20% auto gratuity for large parties - we were 15 people split across 3 tables and the staff took excellent care of us!
Yoanes Kristianus
Jun 8,2025
The food is amazing. We ordered the Galbi and Sung style pork and rice bowl. The beef and pork meat were so tender and tasty. The vegetables were perfect. Their kimchi is also nice. The workers were really friendly and helpful. We booked a reservation beforehand for four people. If you book for five people, you have to spend a minimum of 250 dollars.
Sam Kerzner
May 17,2025
This restaurant really surprised us — the food was spectacular. I wish we could have tried everything on the menu. We had the tartare, bibimpap, japche, KFC lettuce wraps, and the ribs. Everything was outstanding. The lychee spritz cocktail is quite special, and highly recommend trying their kimchi as well. Best restaurant we’ve visited in Tofino - 10/10!
Adrienne Fraser
May 12,2025
The food was absolutely amazing. Servers and staff were great. Our drinks and food came out so fast! Very nice ambiance. It’s a small restaurant so you are likely to be seated right next to your neighbour which is the ONLY downside of this place. Absolutely loved it and will be back!
Kim Lishman
Apr 27,2025
Absolutely incredible food which I will be dreaming about. We shared the dumplings to start, and ordered the Japchae and Bulgogi for two mains. Everything tasted 10/10 but the Bulgogi really stole the show for me. Loved the truffle flavour to this dish. Sadly no dessert menu but would definitely recommend to anyone in Tofino.
Matthew W
Apr 20,2025
If I could rate this higher than 5 stars I would. This is now the best meal I've ever had. The galbi! Worth every penny. The family run restaurant is welcoming and warm. Being greeted by the chef, Dylan, seeing Mama Julie in the kitchen, and being taken care of by his lovely wife. It was a sweet family affair. The cocktails were well balanced and the menu had a special spectrum of offerings. Make sure to add this stop as one of your Tofino dinner spots!
C West
Apr 20,2025
Jeju is hands down my favourite restaurant, and the bulgogi is the best meal I’ve ever had. Don’t sleep on the spot prawns too! Love how the menu is laid out with half the moms dishes and the other the sons, it makes you feel like you’re welcomed into their family.Truly the best spot in Tofino and not to be missed on your next island trip!
PDXAlice
Mar 13,2025
I loved this small restaurant! I had an amazing meal, with great service and warm and welcoming atmosphere! We shared three dishes that were all unique but complimentary in every way. The Korean Fried Chicken with lettuce wraps was a delicious starter. The sweet and spicy sauce made this dish. We also had a very different Bulgogi that was flavorful and served with seaweed based cracker called bugak. The last dish was Japchae, sweet potato noodles with crispy veggies and pork loin. All of the dishes were uniquely prepared! I had a lychee based cocktail that was refreshing a perfect drink for the meal. We were lucky to get a table but in the future I would get a reservation!

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