Jayang-dong ramen shop at 11 AM: miso ramen and takoyaki, Sonoki Ramen
In short
Sonoki Ramen Konkuk Univ. main branch is a Japanese-style ramen shop in Jayang-dong, Gwangjin, Seoul, near Konkuk Univ. Station. The writer arrived at opening time for miso ramen (₩12,300) with a side of mazegohan (mixed rice), takoyaki and fried octopus; the balance of broth and noodles stood out, and the takoyaki and fried octopus sides were just as memorable. Sonoki Ramen Konkuk Univ. main branch is a good fit for days when you crave a rich bowl early and want to order the sides too.
Good to know
- Getting there
- Konkuk Univ. Station Exit 6 · 2-min walk (store listing, Oct 10, 2026)
- Location
- 88 Dongil-ro 20-gil, 2nd floor, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul (near Konkuk Univ. Station)
- Hours
- 11:00–22:00, no break time
- Signature menu prices
- Sonoki Ramen ₩11,800 · Miso Ramen ₩12,300 · Hangover Ramen ₩11,000 · Mazemen ₩12,500
- How to order
- Tablet at the table
- Sets and extras
- Extra toppings available; set menus with a mini rice bowl and a drink
- Discounts
- Konkuk Univ. student discount event; ongoing discount for delivery riders
- Perk before 12:00
- Free chashu (braised pork) and soft-boiled egg
- Seating
- Partitioned seats available
- Self-service bar
- Assorted sauces and danmuji (pickled radish)
- Price reference
- ₩12,300 ≈ $9.2 · ₩11,800 ≈ $8.8 · ₩11,000 ≈ $8.2 (2026-11-11)
as written by the visitor on Nov 11, 2026 · not checked with the business
I'm someone who loves Japanese food so much that I once seriously thought about living in Japan! 🍜 I was craving ramen and takoyaki that felt like the real thing in Japan, so I searched for a good ramen spot near Konkuk Univ. and ended up at Sonoki Ramen Konkuk Univ. main branch.
Sonoki Ramen Konkuk Univ. main branch is close to Konkuk Univ. Station, so it's easy to find, and it's a Japanese-style ramen shop that works for solo meals, dates or eating with friends. If you're looking for ramen near Geondae Station, a good ramen place in Jayang-dong, or a good restaurant near the station, I recommend saving this one. 💛
Where is Sonoki Ramen Konkuk Univ. main branch, and what are its hours?
Sonoki Ramen Konkuk Univ. main branch is at 88 Dongil-ro 20-gil, 2nd floor, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul, and it's open from 11:00 to 22:00. There's no break time.
I wanted something warm and rich first thing in the morning, sooo badly, so I went early, right at opening time, for the miso ramen! I also liked that there's no break time, so even if you miss the lunch rush or show up at an awkward hour, you can still get a meal.
Is it a comfortable place to eat alone?
Inside, the wood-tone interior feels cozy overall, so it was easy to relax over a meal, and the partitions make it perfect for solo dining! It also looked like a decent date spot near Konkuk Univ.
Sonoki Ramen menu, prices and how to order
You order easily on the tablet at your table. Signature items include Sonoki Ramen at ₩11,800, Miso Ramen at ₩12,300, Hangover Ramen at ₩11,000 and Mazemen at ₩12,500, so you can pick whatever suits your taste. You can add extra toppings to your ramen, and there are good-value set menus that include a mini rice bowl or a drink.
They also run a Konkuk student discount event and a permanent discount for delivery riders. The staff were super friendly, and delivery orders kept coming in while I was there, so this really seems to be a proper local favorite!
On one side of the shop there's a self-service bar with assorted sauces and pickled radish (danmuji).
I ordered the signature miso ramen, plus mazegohan (mixed rice bowl), takoyaki (octopus balls), fried octopus and a cider (Korean lemon-lime soda) as sides.
How was the miso ramen at Sonoki Ramen?
The miso ramen comes with garlic, scallion, bean sprouts, wood ear mushrooms, corn, ajitamago (seasoned egg) and ground sesame as standard toppings. It's today's main event! The bowl was packed with toppings and looked so appetizing. 🤭
Above all, the balance of broth and noodles was really good! The warm, rich broth clings to your mouth, and the noodles are tasty too, so you just keep eating. I wanted hot soup first thing in the morning, and I'm patting myself on the back for choosing the miso ramen :) ❤️ With ramen, the broth and noodles have to be good, and I was satisfied with both!!👍🏻
Side dish: a small mazegohan
I ordered the small size of mazegohan from the side menu. I wanted to try a mazemen-style rice bowl, and since it comes in a small size, it's easy to add on without feeling too heavy! It's built on a secret beef-based sauce, topped with egg yolk, shredded seaweed, scallion and sesame oil.
Break the yolk and mix the rice and toppings together evenly, and the nutty flavor really comes alive.
Must-try sides: takoyaki and fried octopus
The two sides that really stuck with me that day, and that I want to recommend, are the takoyaki and the fried octopus!
The takoyaki is top tier among the takoyaki you'll find at restaurants... The batter, the tako (octopus) inside and the sauce are all really delicious! Highly recommended~~ 😊🌸
Precious octopus, fried until crispy. The octopus itself is tasty, but the fried batter was really good too! Crispy coating and chewy octopus! Even the sides are great, so I'll happily admit this is a good ramen spot near Konkuk Univ.~
Free chashu and soft-boiled egg before 12:00
I found out that customers who visit before 12:00 get chashu (braised pork slices) and a soft-boiled egg as a free extra. Chashu and a soft-boiled egg are essentials for ramen, so come a little early and enjoy the extras💗
From ramen to rice bowls to fried dishes, there's a wide menu and the sides are delicious too, so I was really satisfied with Sonoki Ramen Konkuk Univ. main branch! I'd recommend it to anyone looking for a solo-friendly spot near Konkuk Univ. When you're craving a warm bowl of ramen around Konkuk Univ., save this place. 💌
Where it is
88 Dongil-ro 20-gil, 2nd floor, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul, South Korea서울특별시 광진구 동일로20길 88 2층(자양동)
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