Cuisine

Udon (우동 전문점)

District

Mapo (마포구) , Seoul

Address

Seoul Mapo-gu Donggyo-ro 83

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Why go

This stall-style restaurant in a Mangwon-dong alley serves made-to-order udon and donkatsu with real pojangmacha energy.

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Expect possible waits during weekends or peak meal times.

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This stall-style restaurant in a Mangwon-dong alley serves made-to-order udon and donkatsu with real pojangmacha energy. The udon noodles are machine-made, giving them a bouncier texture than typical udon, and they hold up wonderfully in the spicy broth. There are three heat levels to choose from, but even the medium packed a serious punch, so I would suggest mild for anyone sensitive to spice. The donkatsu is old-school Western-style-thick pork coated in a savory sauce. A good tip: flip it upside down as soon as it arrives to keep the breading crispy longer. Crown garland greens simmered in the broth added an aromatic layer I did not expect, and on a cold day, that first sip of hot broth after waiting in line warmed me from head to toe. Payment is made upfront before seating, and the ladies running the place manage to stay warm and friendly despite the constant rush.