Made-to-order takoyaki, oden and drinks in Gunja, Seoul. The batter is mixed in-house and the octopus is prepared at the shop.
Kirin draft beer, highballs, and non-alcoholic drinks are also on the menu.
Six pieces topped with mayonnaise, teriyaki sauce, bonito flakes, and aonori.
7,500 KRWA mix of oden with daikon, egg, and konjac, served in hot broth.
15,400 KRW
While the takoyaki cooks, you can order oden, Kirin draft beer, or a highball.
Local Takoyaki is in Gunja, not Seongsu. It is three subway stops from Seongsu Station with one transfer.
Take Line 2 one stop from Seongsu Station to Konkuk Univ. Station. Transfer to Line 7 and ride two stops to Gunja.
From northern Seongsu, you can walk along the Songjeong Embankment or cycle on the adjacent Jungnangcheon bike path. The full embankment walkway is about 4.7–4.9 km long and is not a shortcut to the shop.
Before Local Takoyaki opened in Gunja, its founder spent three months helping to launch a café in Seongsu.
Selected Naver visitor reviews translated from the original Korean. Reviewer names and photos are unchanged.
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2025.11.22.
Great :) Easygoing, tasty, and I’ll be back :)
무지개여우9
2025.11.11.
I finally got takeaway from Local Takoyaki in Gunja after passing the shop and being tempted by the savory smell so many times. Eating in is nice too, but this time I wanted to enjoy the takoyaki at home. After one bite, I understood why it was popular. The outside was crisp, the inside was moist and soft, and the pieces of octopus were large and substantial. Both the original and the spicy Cheongyang chili takoyaki were excellent. I did not expect the flavor without sauce to be this good. A wait formed right after I ordered. Next time, I want to eat at the shop. 🐙🥢
네모네모스뽄지밥
2025.05.24.
On my last visit every seat was taken and takeaway was unavailable, so I had to leave. This time I came right when the shop opened for takeaway. It was really good. The octopus was large, pleasantly chewy, and not fishy at all. I ordered the original this time and want to try another flavor next time. This is the place I would recommend in Gunja.
bis****
2025.04.24.
I have been many times, and this is one of my favorite bars in Gunja. Order as soon as you go in—a draft beer and takoyaki are a good start. The Japanese-style takoyaki uses carbonated batter and is cooked to order, so it takes time and care. The octopus is chewy, the inside is moist, and the outside is browned. I like the negi and Buldak flavors, and the original comes with plenty of bonito flakes. Then there is the winter oden: a lightly aromatic broth in a manageable portion. Try it before the weather gets warm. It is a good choice with a friend or for a beer alone after work. Go try Local Takoyaki—you won’t regret it. 😋😋
The shop is on the first floor at 166 Gunja-ro. If there is a wait, scan the QR code at the shop to join the waitlist. Temporary closures and takeaway cut-off times are posted on Instagram first.
Open Tuesday through Saturday, 17:30–24:00. Last orders are at 23:00. Closed Sunday and Monday.
Use Exit 7 or Exit 8. The address is 1F, 166 Gunja-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul.
Scan the QR code at the shop to join the waitlist. You’ll receive a phone call when it’s your turn.
Takeaway is available. Some dishes, including Okonomi Takoyaki, are dine-in only. Call before visiting to check a particular item.
Counter seats are available for solo guests. Seating is limited, so there can be a wait in the evening.
For dine-in, each guest needs to order one drink. Non-alcoholic drinks are available.
Takoyaki is cooked in batches of six after you order and takes about 15 minutes.