Ranju Kalmyeon

Very busy restaurant,always a line up outside,people waiting to be sited. We was very curious to taste the food,so we line up too (around 6pm). The outside waiting was not that long,after we go inside and we still in line on the chairs waiting for empty table. After we order and go to the table,we have wait about 25 min. for our food. My husband was very happy with his seafood soup with sliced noodle. He said was deadly spicy.🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 I had the sliced noodle with stir-fried seafood. It was mid spicy,not much seafood,so i was not that happy.

삼선짜장면 was so so good — packed with fresh, delicious seafood and the noodles are real 도삭면 (knife-cut style). Honestly, compared to the price it deserves 20 stars. I finished everything and already planning to bring my daughter next time. Only downside is the long wait line, but seeing so many Chinese customers here just proves how authentic and good it really is. Definitely worth it, will go again!

Love these knife sliced noodle! It’s a fusion of Chinese and Korean cuisine. They have thicker noodles and these noodles are more chewy and fun to eat. We had 2 different noodles and both were absolutely delicious. Sichuan style sweet and sour pork was also really good, crispy and chewy deep fried pork with sweet and spicy sauce. If you can’t tolerate spicy, probably better not to choose this though.

We saw a line outside of the restaurant, "just locals," then we thought that the food must be good. The best food in Korea so far. The lamb with cumin and the chicken was so good, so delicious that we're still thinking about it. We're planning to go back before leaving Korean to try different dishes.

We waited at least 1 hour to get any food. 30+ outside and 20+ inside. They have a method to the madness and take your order then seat a few tables at once. Once you sit, they bring food but it takes a while. The food we were really looking forward to. We liked the thick noodles in both dishes. The stir fried seafood was very disappointing tho. The shells were all empty and barely any quality seafood inside. 2? shrimps and 3 mussels. The sauce was so oily I could only taste grease. The onions on the black sauce dish were good. Overall it was way too oily and lacked any other flavor. *update, I had a stomach ache the rest of the day after eating. So be careful if you have a sensitive stomach. One time and done for us.

A Noodle Hug in Seoul: My Honest Take on Ranju Kalmyeon (4/5) Stepping into Ranju Kalmyeon, there was a buzz of anticipation. I'd heard whispers about their unique knife-cut noodles, and let me tell you, they did not disappoint. It wasn't just a meal; it felt like a warm, comforting hug on a plate, something truly special that stood out in a city overflowing with incredible food. The first bite of those thick, chewy noodles was an experience in itself. They had this incredible elasticity, a satisfying bounce that made each mouthful so enjoyable. It wasn't the usual delicate noodle, but a hearty, robust one that truly felt like it was made with love and care, right there in the restaurant. I opted for their Jjajangmyeon (black bean sauce noodles), a classic, and the sauce clung to those wide strands perfectly. It was rich, savory, and had just the right hint of sweetness – not cloyingly so, but enough to balance out the deep, earthy flavors. What really tugged at my heartstrings was the feeling of authenticity. You could tell this wasn't some mass-produced dish; it had that homemade touch. It felt like I was eating something prepared by someone who truly cared about their craft. And in a bustling city like Seoul, that personal touch can make all the difference. However, it wasn't a perfect 5/5 for me. While the noodles were exceptional, and the sauce was delicious, the side dishes, while fresh, didn't quite reach the same level of memorable. And I'll admit, depending on the time of day, the wait can be a bit of a challenge. I definitely recommend trying to go during off-peak hours if you can! Despite those minor points, the overall experience at Ranju Kalmyeon was truly heartwarming. It was a simple, honest meal that delivered on its promise of delicious, satisfying noodles. If you're looking for a taste of genuine, comforting Korean-Chinese fusion with a focus on incredible, unique noodles, Ranju Kalmyeon is absolutely worth a visit. It left me with a contented smile and a warm feeling in my belly, and that's exactly what I look for in a good meal.

The restaurant was spacious and of good atmosphere. The stir-fried lamb with cumin sauce noodles were the best! Noodles are well seasoned and chewy. Worth visit.

It was crowded with people waiting, even at 16:30. It was very cold outside, but the staff didn't allow us to enter until the line had completely cleared. It was a painful experience. The food was good, especially the uniquely thick noodles. They were tasty. However, in my opinion, it's not worth waiting for such a long time.