# Mokdong ramen restaurant with tripe topping for solo lunch: Gyedan - By Yeobaek (https://superchart.com/en/@after-first-bite/) - Written Sep 15, 2026 - Local places › Restaurants › Yangcheon, Seoul - Sponsored: This post was written as a paid visit sponsorship. - English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@after-first-bite/gyedan-ramen-mokdong-motsu-lunch/ - Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@after-first-bite/gyedan-ramen-mokdong-motsu-lunch/index.md) ## In short Gyedan Ramen Mokdong Branch is a ramen restaurant on basement level 1 of the SBS building in Mokdong, Yangcheon, Seoul. Eating alone on a weekday lunch, the writer ordered motsu ramen with extra grilled beef tripe and stirred spicy sauce into the rich tonkotsu broth for a sharper kick. The bowl at Gyedan Ramen was generous enough that the free rice went untouched, yet the broth was finished to the last drop. ## Good to know - **Location**: Basement level 1 of the SBS building in Mokdong, walkable from Omokgyo Station - **How to order**: Tablet ordering at the table - **Dishes eaten**: Motsu ramen (with extra grilled tripe), Gyedan ramen - **Rice**: Free bowl of rice available - **Flavor adjustment**: Spicy sauce can be added for a hotter, sharper broth *as written by the visitor on Sep 15, 2026* I wanted something hearty and warm for lunch, so I went looking for a good ramen restaurant in Mokdong and ended up at Gyedan Ramen Mokdong Branch. ![A bowl of motsu ramen at Gyedan Ramen Mokdong Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyedan-ramen-mokdong-motsu-lunch/gyedan-ramen-mokdong-motsu-lunch-01-1mram-1200.webp) I usually love rich broths like tonkotsu, so instead of the basic ramen I picked something a little different this time — motsu ramen (모츠라멘), topped with grilled beef tripe, called Gyedan Ramen. I came alone for lunch, and the atmosphere turned out to be more comfortable for solo dining than I expected, so I could eat without feeling self-conscious. It's a solid spot if you want to fill up on a hearty bowl of ramen for lunch. ![Solo lunch table setup with ramen at Gyedan Ramen Mokdong Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyedan-ramen-mokdong-motsu-lunch/gyedan-ramen-mokdong-motsu-lunch-02-6t4mg-966.webp) ## Where is Gyedan Ramen Mokdong Branch? Basement level 1 of the SBS building by Omokgyo Station Gyedan Ramen Mokdong Branch is located in the basement of the SBS building in Mokdong. ![Entrance of Gyedan Ramen Mokdong Branch in the basement of the SBS building in Mokdong](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyedan-ramen-mokdong-motsu-lunch/gyedan-ramen-mokdong-motsu-lunch-03-14br7-966.webp) It's an easy walk from Omokgyo Station, and once you go into the building and head down to the basement level, the restaurant is easy to find. It's also a convenient location for office workers in Mokdong to stop by during lunch hour, so it's worth keeping in mind if you're looking for a lunch spot in the area. ![Walking route to Gyedan Ramen Mokdong Branch from Omokgyo Station](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyedan-ramen-mokdong-motsu-lunch/gyedan-ramen-mokdong-motsu-lunch-04-462b4-966.webp) ## Is Gyedan Ramen easy for solo diners? Tablet ordering and seating Walking into Gyedan Ramen Mokdong Branch, the whole space felt clean and tidy — a very comfortable atmosphere for eating alone. ![Clean, tidy interior of Gyedan Ramen Mokdong Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyedan-ramen-mokdong-motsu-lunch/gyedan-ramen-mokdong-motsu-lunch-05-vacyp-966.webp) The wood-toned interior combined with warm lighting gave off that cozy feel you get in a Japanese ramen shop, and it felt easy even for solo diners. ![Seating area with wood-toned interior and warm lighting at the ramen shop](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyedan-ramen-mokdong-motsu-lunch/gyedan-ramen-mokdong-motsu-lunch-06-1j2pv-966.webp) You order through a tablet at the table, so even eating alone I could take my time choosing the menu without worrying about anyone watching. ![Tablet ordering screen on the table](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyedan-ramen-mokdong-motsu-lunch/gyedan-ramen-mokdong-motsu-lunch-07-1pmz6-966.webp) It felt like a fine place to grab a simple lunch and head out, and the staff were friendly too, which made the meal easy and pleasant. ![A table at Gyedan Ramen Mokdong Branch during lunch hour](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyedan-ramen-mokdong-motsu-lunch/gyedan-ramen-mokdong-motsu-lunch-08-rnegy-966.webp) ## What to order: motsu ramen with extra grilled tripe, plus free rice I ordered motsu ramen and Gyedan ramen that day. Motsu ramen is basic ramen with grilled tripe added, so it would catch the eye of anyone who likes tripe. ![Close-up of motsu ramen topped with grilled tripe](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyedan-ramen-mokdong-motsu-lunch/gyedan-ramen-mokdong-motsu-lunch-09-1hf75-966.webp) I added extra grilled tripe on top of that. The toppings were already generous to begin with, and with the extra added, the portion was seriously huge. ![Motsu ramen piled high with toppings after adding extra grilled tripe](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyedan-ramen-mokdong-motsu-lunch/gyedan-ramen-mokdong-motsu-lunch-10-4ni8h-966.webp) Free rice was also available, but the ramen itself was so filling that I never actually got around to eating it. ## How does the motsu ramen taste? Rich tonkotsu broth and chewy grilled tripe As soon as the ramen arrived, the pale, rich broth caught my eye. One spoonful in, and I could taste that distinctive savory depth of tonkotsu — rich but not overly greasy, which I liked. ![Pale, rich tonkotsu ramen broth](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyedan-ramen-mokdong-motsu-lunch/gyedan-ramen-mokdong-motsu-lunch-11-1mr71-966.webp) The noodles soaked up the rich broth beautifully and were easy to slurp down, and with toppings like wood ear mushroom and chashu, there was a nice variety of textures. But the real highlight of motsu ramen was definitely the grilled tripe. ![Golden-brown grilled tripe topping](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyedan-ramen-mokdong-motsu-lunch/gyedan-ramen-mokdong-motsu-lunch-12-u0uzh-966.webp) The tripe was cooked to a nice golden brown, chewy and savory, and eating it with the rich broth brought out its distinctive flavor even more. I was glad I added it. ![Ramen bowl with noodles, chashu, and wood ear mushroom](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyedan-ramen-mokdong-motsu-lunch/gyedan-ramen-mokdong-motsu-lunch-13-16w0l-966.webp) The portion was really generous too — by the time I finished the noodles and toppings, I was already completely full. The rice was free, but there was absolutely no room left for it. ![Ramen bowl with most of the noodles and toppings eaten](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyedan-ramen-mokdong-motsu-lunch/gyedan-ramen-mokdong-motsu-lunch-14-pbn1g-966.webp) But I loved the broth so much that in the end I finished the whole bowl, down to the last drop. ![Ramen bowl finished down to the last drop of broth](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyedan-ramen-mokdong-motsu-lunch/gyedan-ramen-mokdong-motsu-lunch-15-19irt-966.webp) You can add spicy sauce partway through to switch to a hotter, sharper flavor, which was great for when the rich broth started to feel a bit heavy. ## Verdict: is Gyedan Ramen worth a solo lunch in Mokdong? If you're looking for a good ramen restaurant in Mokdong that's comfortable to visit alone for lunch, I'd recommend Gyedan Ramen Mokdong Branch. ![Full spread of motsu ramen at Gyedan Ramen Mokdong Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyedan-ramen-mokdong-motsu-lunch/gyedan-ramen-mokdong-motsu-lunch-16-trmgo-966.webp) The motsu ramen in particular had its own charm apart from regular ramen, with rich tonkotsu broth topped with savory, chewy grilled tripe. ![Close-up shot of motsu ramen with grilled tripe in rich broth](https://img.superchart.com/images/gyedan-ramen-mokdong-motsu-lunch/gyedan-ramen-mokdong-motsu-lunch-17-190l8-966.webp) With the extra tripe added, the portion was seriously generous — filling enough that I couldn't even touch the free rice. But what satisfied me most was the broth: it was so good I kept spooning it up until the very last bite. If you're looking for a spot to eat lunch alone in Mokdong, or want a rich broth paired with a special topping, it's worth a visit. I'd also recommend it to anyone searching for a good ramen restaurant in Mokdong or near Omokgyo, or hunting for good food near SBS. ## Where it is - Gyedan Ramen Mokdong Branch (계단라멘 목동점) - 161 Mokdongseo-ro, B1 B103, Yangcheon-gu, Seoul, South Korea - 서울특별시 양천구 목동서로 161 지하1층 B103호 - 37.5291902, 126.8737466 - Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EA%B3%84%EB%8B%A8%EB%9D%BC%EB%A9%98%20%EB%AA%A9%EB%8F%99%EC%A0%90/@37.5291902,126.8737466,17z --- Superchart · https://superchart.com/en/@after-first-bite/gyedan-ramen-mokdong-motsu-lunch/ · https://superchart.com/llms.txt