10 Best Bars, Live Music, and Nightclubs in Jeju

Jeju Aroma Dome Nightclub is a famous nightclub that can also be referred to as the centre of Jeju’s night culture. Visited by people of all ages typically ranging from the 20s to 40s, it is a place worth visiting when you are on Jeju Island.

It is well-known for special events when the ceiling opens twice a day, at 10 pm and at midnight. Once the ceiling opens, you can dance to exciting music while looking at the night sky and stars of Jeju Island. At midnight, the venue changes completely from a tourist nightclub to a club so it is possible to experience two different vibes at once. If you wish to enjoy only the club atmosphere, we recommend you to get a table at around 11.30 pm. As large as the venue is, the club attracts a huge crowd every night. If you wish to enjoy the night comfortably, it is a good idea to make a reservation in advance. How about letting the lively music move your body in a special place that is Jeju Island?

The Booze declares to be a secret speakeasy bar that is hidden and can only be accessed by those in the know. The main branch is in Hannam-dong, Yongsan-gu, Seoul with The Booze Jeju as the second branch. At The Booze Jeju, the entrance appears once you enter a payphone booth and push the wall.

When you step inside through the door, you will find a passageway decorated in a chic and antique vibe. The Booze has the concept of a classic bar and uses subdued lighting, which exudes a luxurious atmosphere. The Booze enforces unique rules, such as no access by people under 30 years of age, no access for groups of five or more, no reservations possible for non-members, and no exposure of other customers when taking photos. A variety of whiskey, rum, champagne and brandy are available and they come with polite services and solid basic side dishes, so make sure to stop by.

Meaning the “island of wine” in French, Ile de Vin is a wine restaurant with a luxurious atmosphere. Here, you can dine with wine so it is a good place to visit when you wish to have a drink to complement the pasta. The bar has a wide selection of wines from all around the world and you can also get a recommendation of a suitable wine from the owner who is well-versed in wine.

Ile de Vin offers an event from 6 to 9 pm during which customers can taste a variety of wines at a 20% discount. Fresh salad is served with each meal and the menu features many different pasta dishes including those with cream and tomato sauce. Along with a glass of wine, have a mouthful of soft and springy pasta noodles after dipping them in a properly seasoned sauce. It will be like heaven on earth.

Goofy Foot is a pub run by a surfer, and all of the decorations from the signboards and interior design to the tables and, even, the menu are surfing-themed, which is impressive. The tables and menu boards are carved and polished by hand. The pub is a surfers' hideout that exudes a special and heartwarming interior atmosphere.

It offers various alcoholic beverages such as craft beer, bottled beer and cocktails, and the food menu features burgers, lasagna, chicken tenders and gambas. Golden french fries with cheese sprinkled on top is also a popular dish. Goofy Foot's signature drink is the Dol Hareubang Mojito, and many people ask if they can take home the uniquely designed glasses. The place is equipped with basic entertainment elements such as darts and pool tables so make sure to stop by for a great time.

Bluebird by Magpie is a bar opened by Magpie Brewery and it is so famous among beer lovers that it is extremely difficult to get in without waiting. The interior is decorated with a simple interior and the entire front face is made of glass, which exudes a rich vibe of modernity. Once you step inside, refrigerators filled with Magpie beer cans are lined up, and handles on the walls by which craft beer is poured grab your attention.

Since the bar sells craft beer, a variety of many different kinds of beers are available. The side dish menu features pizzas, hotdogs, chicken and other savoury plates that go well with beer. If you are a light drinker or wish to taste various types of beer, you can order ½ cups. We recommend anyone who loves craft beer to stop by at least once.

Magpie Brewery is a place where you can experience not only beer but also the culture contained in the beer, which is why it is popular among beer lovers. It is said that Magpie Brewery originally started as a small project grown from an idea that was raised when five neighbourhood buddies were drinking beer on a Gyeongnidan-gil street.

Magpie Brewery also offers tours in which visitors learn about the history and identity of Magpie as well as the value it pursues. There is no separate exhibit space set up for tours but, instead, you walk through the brewery facilities to check out the entire beer production process with your own eyes from start to finish. Once the tour ends, you can taste 5 kinds of the beer being sold at Magpie. A cup of beer enjoyed after experiencing the production process will taste that much deeper.

Island Stone, which is located near Jeju City Hall, is a pub that also serves as a club where you can feel the youthful passion on Jeju Island. You can mingle with people and enjoy a drink in a loud, casual vibe. It also attracts many foreigners, which makes the venue exude an exotic atmosphere. Pictures taken by visitors in the past, travel photos and countless memos fill up an entire wall.

Island Stone offers a variety of liquors at affordable prices, which makes it a great venue to enjoy in an exciting atmosphere without much burden. You can play darts on the 2nd and 3rd floors and table soccer on the 3rd floor. It's great to be with friends but it will also be nice to hang out and play games with people you have randomly met during your trip.

Known as the mecca of indie music on Jeju Island, Club Indie is where people who love indie music gather. Indie bands that wish to promote their music hold performances and communicate with fans. On Jeju Island, which has a small population and its own unique island culture, Club Indie serves a huge role in reviving indie music.

Club Indie hosts the “Music Festival” on its birthday every year. Though smaller than the typical large-scale rock festival in Korea, it is still a densely packed and sufficiently energetic music festival. You will be captivated by the music of colourful indie musicians not often found with popular artists. Do not miss the chance to enjoy the music of many indie artists who stir the fans’ hearts in one place.

Led Zeppelin is a classic LP bar on Nuwemaru Street of Jeju and is a place that LP mania would love. The bar owns an expansive volume of LPs so visitors can enjoy many different kinds of music, and it takes song requests as well. The photos of Jimi Hendrix and Che Guevara also decorate a wall in an impressive manner. The venue exudes a cosy, analogue vibe with good music.

This is a great place to enjoy a cocktail or beer under an antique, simple and modest atmosphere. Having a cocktail alone while chatting with the bartender is also pleasant. Live performances are held at the bar from time to time so, if the time suits you, come and enjoy live music. We recommend Led Zeppelin for those of you who wish to drink comfortably in a quiet setting.

Taeng Tail is a bar where you can enjoy a variety of cocktails, beer and wine. The name is a combination of the words, tangerine and cocktail. The bar features tables for two as well as groups, a bar and bar stools.

The simple and neat interior design and cute props together exude a special feel. A stone wall and a Dol hareubang signboard outside display a typical Jeju vibe but the inside is small and relatively dark. The handwritten menu board has cute images of the menu, which is fun to check out. Taeng Tail's Instagram account shows what kind of ingredients are assembled to make various cocktails so it's good to refer to when you order. We recommend Taeng Tail to those who are looking for a cocktail bar with good vibes.