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Oreno Ramen Main Store
Ramen restaurant

Oreno Ramen Main Store

Mapo-gu, South Korea

Nestled in the vibrant Hapjeong neighborhood of Mapo-gu, Oreno Ramen's original outpost channels over two decades of chef Shin Dong-woo's ramen mastery into bowls of transcendent tori paitan, where whole chickens yield a velvety, nutty broth frothed tableside for an irresistible mouth-coating silkiness. The counter-style intimacy, with its controlled rhythm and air-conditioned poise, immerses diners in an authentic Japanese-inspired ritual, complete with housemade thin noodles, sous-vide tender chicken, custardy eggs, and thoughtful touches like free noodle refills. Celebrated by Michelin for exceptional quality at modest prices, this hidden gem delivers cultural alchemy-blending Hakata richness with innovative caramelized onion sweetness-making it an essential pilgrimage for those seeking Seoul's most soul-stirring slurp.

Photo: 신동우/Oreno Ramen
Photo: 오레노라멘/Oreno Ramen

The details

Category
Ramen restaurant
Address
16 Dongmak-ro 8-gil, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Phone
+82 2-322-3539

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