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Sorimmara Dongdaemun

Sorimmara Dongdaemun

소림마라 동대문점

Chinese

About

Late-night Chinese spot in Dongdaemun known for pairing saucy rose-infused mala xiangguo with sweet cream shrimp guobaorou.

Operating until 3:00 AM most nights along Hwangmul-ro in Dongdaemun, Sorimmara is a go-to spot for late-night takeout and delivery cravings built around high-intensity Sichuan heat. While classic self-serve bowls of brothy *malatang* and stir-fried *mala xiangguo* remain menu staples, the restaurant draws a dedicated following for its fusion signature: Rose Mala Xiangguo. Unlike traditional dry-fried mala xiangguo, this dish is coated in an abundant, glossy sauce with a distinctively thick, spoonable consistency. The kitchen manages to balance the sharp, tongue-numbing peppercorns and chili oil with smooth creaminess without letting either profile overpower the other. Diners tailor the bowl to their heat threshold; Level 2 offers a gentle, approachable hum, while Level 4 hits the stinging, fiery intensity of spicy ramyeon alongside aggressive numbing spice. The thick sauce clings tightly to wide Chinese glass noodles, flower-shaped bunmoja, and chewy corn noodles, intermingled with bean sprouts, wood ear mushrooms, and dried tofu skin. A side of nutty peanut sauce is on hand to temper the punch. To balance the heat, locals consistently pair the fiery bowl with an order of Cream Shrimp Guobaorou. Arriving eight large pieces to an order, the plump shrimp come encased in a crisp, chewy fried batter tossed in an ample pour of rich, sweet cream sauce. The sugary, crunchy crust creates an intentional counterpoint to the salty, numbing stir-fry, making it an essential companion dish. With generous late-night hours, flexible ingredient add-ons, and substantial portions that cater well to solo diners and nocturnal cravings alike, this kitchen delivers an unabashedly bold, intensely flavorful comfort-food experience.

Menu

  • Rose Mala Xiangguo로제마라샹궈₩17,900
  • Cream Shrimp Guobaorou크림새우 꿔바로우₩16,900
  • Mala Tang소림마라 마라탕₩11,900
  • Mala Xiangguo소림마라 마라샹궈₩16,900
  • Guobaorou소림마라 꿔바로우₩12,900
  • Malatang마라탕
  • Mala Xiangguo마라샹궈
  • 크림 통새우 꿔바로우
  • 돈등심 꿔바로우
  • 칠리 통새우 꿔바로우
  • Fried Rice볶음밥
  • 마라볶음밥

Local tips

  • Rose sauce softens the spice, so choose level 3 or 4 if you prefer strong heat and numbing mala flavors.
  • Cream shrimp guobaorou balances the spicy kick of rose xiangguo nicely.
  • Open late until 3:00 AM on most days (closes earlier at 21:40 on Sundays).

Details

Phone
02-2248-9037

Opening hours

Sunday
10:00–22:00
Monday
10:00–22:00
Tuesday
10:00–22:00
Wednesday
10:00–22:00
Thursday
10:00–22:00
Friday
10:00–22:00
Saturday
10:00–22:00

Mon-Sat 10:30-03:00, Sun 10:30-21:40

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