Introduction

Sojeom is a small Japanese restaurant located in Yeonnam-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul, specializing in Japanese street foods such as okonomiyaki, yakisoba, and takoyaki. Despite its limited space and inconvenient location, it has consistently received love for prioritizing honest and healthy food.

It is a special place where you can enjoy carefully prepared dishes in a cozy and warm atmosphere, making it a favorite spot for regulars over the years.

Main Features

Sojeom offers a variety of okonomiyaki styles, including Hiroshima style, Osaka style, and Modanyaki, with generous portions that are enough for two people to share one dish. The takoyaki is filled with plenty of octopus and topped with ample katsuobushi, boasting a rich flavor.

The restaurant operates with about six bar seats, and each dish is carefully prepared to order, so there is a wait, but the satisfaction is worth it.

Visitor Characteristics

The gender ratio is almost equal, with most visitors in their teens and twenties, but people in their 30s to 60s also frequent the place. It is especially popular among young people, and the friendly service and delicious food result in a high rate of repeat visits.

There is often a wait, but many reviews say it is worth it, so visiting on weekdays or early hours is recommended.

User Reviews

Most visitors are impressed by the generous portions and heartfelt flavors, and highly praise the owner's kindness and sincerity toward the food. Although the wait time can be long, everyone agrees that the taste of the food more than makes up for it.

Both the okonomiyaki and takoyaki are considered life-changing dishes, and the place is introduced as one that satisfies both value for money and taste.