Uijeongbu ramen: mazemen and chashu at Aori’s Whereabouts Unknown

I tried mazemen and Aori Ramen at Aori’s Whereabouts Unknown Uijeongbu Branch, a ramen spot known in Uijeongbu. Let me introduce Aori’s Whereabouts Unknown Uijeongbu Branch and share my thoughts on the mazemen and Aori Ramen below.

A stop at Aori’s Whereabouts Unknown on Uijeongbu Happy Road

Aori’s Whereabouts Unknown Uijeongbu Branch, a well-known ramen spot in Uijeongbu, is on Haengbok-ro, known as downtown Uijeongbu. It was a nice place to stop while on a date in Uijeongbu, and it is close to Uijeongbu Station too, so it was also great for popping in and having a filling meal.

Inside, every table had partitions, so even if it is your first time dining alone, there is no pressure at all. You can enjoy your own meal in a private, cozy setting.

At the entrance, there is a self-service bar with information about Wi-Fi and the restroom, plus a water dispenser and danmuji (pickled radish) that you can help yourself to. Keep that in mind before visiting Aori’s Whereabouts Unknown Uijeongbu Branch.

Ordering mazemen and Aori Ramen

Aori’s Whereabouts Unknown Uijeongbu Branch had four kinds of ramen including its signature option, and I ordered two: the Aori Ramen I had enjoyed before, plus the mazemen I was curious about. Let me go through my mazemen and Aori Ramen experience one by one below.

Mazemen with a gentle spicy finish after its savory flavor

The mazemen came in a huge bowl, almost like a washbasin, so I was surprised by the impressive portion. I liked it even more because it looked exactly like the photo on the menu.

The noodles were topped with finely chopped garlic chives, sliced scallions, and seaweed, along with katsuobushi (dried bonito flakes) and seasoned minced meat to bring up the umami!

When I mixed everything into the noodles, it was different from what I expected—I had worried it might be very spicy. A clean, savory flavor like doenjang (fermented soybean paste) first filled my mouth, followed by a gentle heat that lingered, making it addictive right to the last bite.

In particular, it was even better when I added their exclusive secret Aori sauce to suit my taste, which made it spicier. Unlike regular ramen noodles, these were springy and chewy, almost like udon, so I recommend the mazemen if you like mixed noodles.

Aori Ramen with chashu and free shredded scallions

I enjoyed the chashu on the Aori Ramen so much last time that I ordered Aori Ramen with two extra slices of chashu.

This is how it comes when you order the standard version without extra chashu. Honestly, even without adding more, the chashu that comes with it is generously sized and delicious.

Personally, I recommend adding the free shredded scallions when you have Aori Ramen. Their crisp texture against the soft noodles is really appealing.

The extra chashu came separately on a plate, so you can put it on the ramen or eat it on its own. I put it on top for a little plating moment.

With the chashu on top, the Aori Ramen became even more substantial. Since I always put chashu on the noodles when I add it, definitely add it if you love meat.

The pairing of noodles that melt softly in your mouth and chewy chashu is such a perfect combination that words hardly do it justice! The chashu was torched too, so there was a gentle smoky aroma. If you are looking for great ramen in Uijeongbu, I really recommend visiting Aori’s Whereabouts Unknown Uijeongbu Branch this time.

And the kick of Aori Ramen is its salty yet smooth beef-bone broth, so make sure you try the soup too when you order it.

From mazemen to beef-bone broth

Today, I shared my experience eating mazemen and Aori Ramen at Aori’s Whereabouts Unknown, a ramen spot in Uijeongbu. Aori’s Whereabouts Unknown Uijeongbu Branch is conveniently located downtown, and the ramen was delicious too, so I think I will revisit whenever I am craving Japanese ramen. From the broth and toppings to the ramen noodles, everything was tasty, so do visit Aori’s Whereabouts Unknown in Uijeongbu.