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Sodeng Jeju Review: Aged Jeju Black Pork Korean BBQ In Bugis

Quick answer: Sodeng Jeju is a Korean barbecue restaurant at DUO Galleria in Bugis, the third Sodeng outlet, with a menu built around Jeju: 14-day aged black pork, abalone pot rice, Jeju noodle soup and banchan sourced from Jeju Island. It is at 7 Fraser Street #01-51/56 and serves lunch and dinner Monday to Saturday. It officially opens 6 October 2026.

Sodeng made its name in Singapore as a Korean BBQ restaurant with a unique cast-iron-lid grill. Its first two outlets in Telok Ayer and Amoy Street are built around duck BBQ and 72-hour-aged beef ribs, but its third outlet at DUO Galleria in Bugis narrows the focus: Jeju Island. 

This concept focuses on ingredients and dishes from the beloved Korean island, including a 14-day-aged black pork and abalone liver pot rice. Even the banchan comes from Jeju! 

What is Sodeng Jeju?

Sodeng Jeju is a K BBQ restaurant in Bugis by the Sodeng group.

Unlike their Telok Ayer outlet, this outlet focuses on the flavours of Jeju Island with premium ingredients shipped directly from there, including the famed black pork (heukdewaeji) and fermented squid banchan (ojingo jeotgol). 

Where is Sodeng Jeju?

Sodeng Jeju is at 7 Fraser St #01-51/56, DUO Galleria, Singapore 189356, linked directly to Bugis MRT via Exit F. 

The 60+ seater space follows an open-plan concept, with each table having a dedicated grill hood. Here, the staff do the grilling for you. 

It’s dark and moody, but it showcases elements of Jeju’s culture, such as volcanic rock and dol hareubang, its traditional large stone statues. 

There are also six private rooms available that can sit six people each, or combined together. 

Sodeng Jeju Menu

Sodeng Jeju offers separate lunch and dinner menu items, ranging from lunch sets to K BBQ at night. It’s small but focused on Jeju pork and dishes. Do note that every diner must order 1 item for dine-in.

Lunch menu

DishPriceWhy feature it
Jeju Pork noodle soup$19Pork bone and anchovy broth, medium noodles, boiled pork; the clearest “Jeju on a bowl” item
Osam-duruchigi set meal$25Squid, pork belly and gochujang sauce; the dinner platter version is $38
Abalone porridge$27Abalone innards and sesame oil, takeaway available; appears on both lunch and dinner menus

Dinner menu

DishPriceWhy feature it
Jeju black pork belly (160g)$3914-day aged, limited to 20 servings daily; the headline item
Garlic Marinated Short Ribs (200g)$33Aged pork short ribs in a savoury garlic marinade 
Osam-duruchigi platter$38Squid and pork belly with spicy gochujang sauce, shareable
Abalone liver pot rice (gaeu-sotbap)$16Premium pot rice with abalone liver sauce, seaweed, flying fish roe and chives; 10 to 15 minute cook time

What Should You Order At Sodeng Jeju?

Our picks: Jeju Black Pork Belly, Jeju Pork Noodle Soup and Jeju Hangover Soup.

The lunch sets are relatively good value for the portion size, but the dinner offerings are where Sodeng Jeju really shines. 

Banchan

This banchan deserves a section of its own. All of the banchan are airflowing from Korea, so you’re getting the most authentic taste. 

The lineup we had included: 

This lineup is the same as their Telok Ayer branch. Our favourites are still the Ssi-at Jeotgal and Perilla leaf! 

Abalone Porridge

One of Jeju’s signature dishes, the abalone porridge was served with sliced abalone and sesame oil. The flavours lean on the plain side, without the strong savouriness or umami usually associated with this dish. 

It’s best enjoyed with their housemade seasoned squid (ojing-o jeotgal) that’s spicy and punchy, lending more flavour to the dish. 

Jeju White Pork Neck

Compared to Black Pork, White Pork has a gentler, sweeter flavour. Their pork neck was high quality, with a near-perfect fat-to-meat ratio. 

The staff cooked it till a golden, crisp exterior. It wasn’t the most tender or juicy, but it had a clean aftertaste. The banchan made the flavours more interesting, such as the salty anchovy dipping sauce and salted peppercorn.

Jeju Black Pork Belly

This was our preferred cut between the two. What sets this cut apart from the usual samgyeopsal is the layer of skin, which the staff cook fully to prevent any rubberiness. 

The meat was crisp, fatty and bursting with oil, having a concentrated pork flavour from the ageing. We especially liked it with their pickled perilla leaves that cut through any greasiness. 

This and the Jeju Black Pork Neck ($39/160g) are limited to 20 servings a day, so we recommend getting there earlier!

Hareubang Potato Salad

Served in the shape of a dol hareubang, this potato salad tasted better than anticipated. The mixture of potato and black sesame made the dish fragrant, pairing well with the creaminess from the mayo-based sauce. 

Jeju Pork Noodle Soup

This lunchtime special was our favourite dish! The broth was rich and sweet from the pork, pairing well with the noodles. It was simple but satisfying, complete with slightly fatty slices of pork belly. 

It’s also a big portion for one person and you’ll definitely be full afterwards. 

Hangover Soup

Designed to cure hangovers, their hangover soup was spicy and packed with beef and tripe. The kick at the back of the throat was addictive, especially with the mix of textures from vegetables and meat. We’d eat this even without a hangover! 

Verdict: Is Sodeng Jeju Worth It?

Yes, Sodeng Jeju is worth visiting. Aside from their aged pork KBBQ menu, we found their dishes like Jeju Pork Noodle Soup and Hangover Soup to stand out. The ambience is casual and approachable, with plenty of private rooms for intimate gatherings. 

Sodeng Jeju: Key information

DetailInformation
Restaurant nameSodeng Jeju (Sodeng, Bugis outlet)
ConceptKorean vintage BBQ with a Jeju-inspired menu
Address7 Fraser St #01-51/56, DUO Galleria, Singapore 189356
Operating hoursLunch Mon to Sat 11:30am to 3:00pm; dinner Mon to Sat 5:00pm to 10:30pm
Price range$40 to $70 per person
Ordering rule1 pax, 1 menu: each diner orders one item from the set meals or meat menu
Signature meatsJeju black pork belly and neck (160g, aged 14 days, limited to 20 servings daily); Jeju white pork belly and neck (160g); garlic-marinated pork short ribs (200g)
ReservationsVia OpenTable
Halal statusNot halal-certified
Contact8285 2969
Social mediaInstagram: @sodeng_sg

Frequently Asked Questions about Sodeng Jeju

What is Sodeng Jeju?

A Jeju-focused Korean barbecue restaurant at DUO Galleria in Bugis, and the third outlet from the Sodeng group.

Where is Sodeng Jeju located?

7 Fraser St #01-51/56, DUO Galleria, Singapore 189356.

What are the opening hours?

For lunch:Monday to Saturday 11:30am to 3:00pm. For dinner: Monday to Saturday 5:00pm to 10:30pm.

How much does a meal at Sodeng Jeju cost?

$40 to $70 per person. Jeju black pork belly and neck are the most expensive meats on the menu.

What is Jeju black pork?

Pork from Jeju’s black pig, which Sodeng Jeju ages for 14 days and serves as belly or neck in 160g portions, limited to 20 servings per day each, per the menu.

Do I need to reserve?

Reservations are recommended. They can be made through OpenTable.

Is Sodeng Jeju halal?

No, it is not halal-certified. They serve pork-based dishes. 

Is there a minimum order?

Each diner is expected to order one menu item (1 pax, 1 menu), and a $2 per person fruit bar is required for every guest at the table.

How is it different from the other Sodeng outlets?

The Amoy Street and Telok Ayer outlets are known for duck barbecue and aged beef ribs. This outlet is built around Jeju pork, seafood and noodle dishes.

*This article is based on a media tasting. All opinions expressed about the food are entirely our own.

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