Jeju Restaurant in East Vancouver Blends Korean Heritage with Modern Design
Jeju, a Korean eatery located on East Broadway in East Vancouver, opened its doors in 2021, following the success of its sister restaurant in Tofino. Managed by chef Dylan Kim and his wife, Sung Kim, the restaurant pays homage to Jeju Island in South Korea. Dylan collaborates with his mother, chef Myungseok 'Julie' Suh, to craft a menu that blends traditional recipes with modern interpretations. Designed as a Venn diagram by Glasfurd & Walker, the menu highlights their joint culinary efforts. The restaurant features cozy décor, including a traditional jeongnang gate and volcanic basalt elements, attracting many eager diners.
Key facts
- Jeju restaurant is located on East Broadway in East Vancouver.
- Designed by &Daughters.
- The restaurant is inspired by South Korea's Jeju Island, known as the Island of Three Abundances.
- The original Jeju was opened by chef Dylan Kim and his wife Sung Kim in Tofino in 2021.
- Dylan Kim now partners with his mother, chef Myungseok 'Julie' Suh.
- The menu is presented as a Venn diagram, with traditional and modern dishes.
- Glasfurd & Walker developed the restaurant's graphic identity.
- The restaurant features a jeongnang gate, a traditional three-pole gate.
- The interior includes basalt-capped CMU blocks, thatched chogajip-inspired light fixtures, cork wall cladding, and a mirrored wall.
- The concrete flooring revealed unexpected tonal variations during polishing.
- A ramp leads to an elevated kitchen.
- The restaurant has 44 seats.
- Reservations book out quickly.
Entities
Artists
- Dylan Kim
- Sung Kim
- Myungseok 'Julie' Suh
Institutions
- &Daughters
- Glasfurd & Walker
- Azure Magazine
Locations
- East Vancouver
- Vancouver
- Tofino
- South Korea
- Jeju Island
- East Broadway