Bonchon Udon Noodle Soup
Price & Calories 2026
Thick wheat noodles served in a savory broth with mushrooms and scallions — available with Bulgogi, Fried Egg, or plain. The only soup-based dish on the Bonchon menu and one of the most comforting options in cold weather.
The Only Soup on the Bonchon Menu
Udon (うどん) are thick Japanese wheat noodles — soft, chewy, and substantial in a way that thinner noodles are not. At Bonchon, the Udon Noodle Soup brings these noodles into a Korean-style preparation: served in a savory broth built on mushrooms, finished with scallions and sesame oil, and available with your choice of Bulgogi beef, a fried egg, or plain.
This is the only soup-format dish on the Bonchon menu — everything else is fried, stir-fried, wok-prepared, or simmered in a sauce. The Udon Noodle Soup is fundamentally different in character: warming, broth-forward, and comforting in a way that fried chicken and rice dishes are not. It is the go-to choice when the weather is cold, when someone in your party wants something lighter and more soothing, or when you want a contrast to the fried items on the table.
The broth is savory and clean — not aggressively seasoned, not spicy. It is one of the mildest and most accessible items on the Bonchon menu, with zero heat across all protein options. The noodles are served thick and fully cooked in the broth, absorbing the mushroom and soy-based flavor deeply.
All Protein Options — Prices & Details
| Option | Price | Heat | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plain (noodles + broth + mushrooms) | ~$15.99 | None | Lightest option, simple flavors |
| + Fried Egg | ~$16.99 | None | Adds richness, still light |
| + Bulgogi (marinated beef) | ~$18.99 | None | Most filling, Korean beef flavor |
* Prices may vary by location. Delivery prices on DoorDash and Uber Eats may be higher. All options contain no spice.
Nutrition Facts & Sodium Warning
Exact calorie data for each Udon Noodle Soup variant is not published separately in the Bonchon nutrition guide. Below are known figures and estimates based on comparable dishes and available data:
| Option | Est. Calories | Est. Protein | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plain | ~450–550 kcal | ~12–18g | ~4,000mg ⚠ |
| + Fried Egg | ~520–620 kcal | ~18–24g | ~4,100mg ⚠ |
| + Bulgogi | ~700–850 kcal | ~35–45g | ~4,200mg ⚠ |
* Calorie estimates only. Verify exact figures with your specific Bonchon location. Sodium figures reflect the high-sodium nature of udon broth.
Plain vs Fried Egg vs Bulgogi
The three versions of Udon Noodle Soup are meaningfully different — each topping changes the character of the bowl:
The base broth with udon noodles, mushrooms, and scallions only. The flavor comes entirely from the broth — clean, savory, mushroom-forward. The simplest and most delicate version.
- Lowest calorie version
- Most delicate flavor
- Good when you want something very light
- Best for people who prefer simplicity
A fried egg floated on top of the soup. The egg yolk breaks when stirred into the broth, adding richness and body to the soup without changing its fundamental flavor. Popular in Korean soup culture.
- Adds richness from the yolk
- Moderate calorie increase
- Familiar comfort food combination
- Best if you want substance without beef
Korean marinated beef added to the udon soup. The bulgogi marinade — soy, sesame, garlic, sugar — releases into the broth as the beef cooks, fundamentally enriching the soup flavor and adding a sweet-savory Korean beef depth that makes it a complete meal.
- Most filling version
- Richest broth flavor
- Highest protein (~35–45g)
- Best overall version of the dish
How It Compares
| Dish | Price | Format | Heat | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Udon Noodle Soup ← You Are Here | ~$15.99+ | Soup ✓ Unique | None | ~4,000mg ⚠ |
| Bibimbap (plain) | ~$15.99 | Rice bowl | None | 315mg ✓ |
| House Fried Rice | ~$15.99 | Fried rice | None | 1,135mg |
| Japchae | ~$17.99 | Glass noodles | None | 2,415mg |
| Chicken Katsu | ~$17.99 | Breaded cutlet | None | 672mg ✓ |
| Bulgogi | ~$18.99 | Stir-fried beef | None | 1,017mg |
| Tteokbokki | ~$16.99 | Rice cakes | High 🌶🌶 | 2,780mg |
Bonchon Udon Noodle Soup FAQ
Bonchon Udon Noodle Soup starts at approximately $15.99 for the plain version. Adding a fried egg is approximately $16.99, and adding Bulgogi is approximately $18.99. Prices vary by location and are typically higher on DoorDash and Uber Eats.
No — all three versions of the Udon Noodle Soup (plain, fried egg, and Bulgogi) have zero heat. The broth is savory and clean with no Korean chili. It is the mildest dish on the entire Bonchon main dishes menu and suitable for anyone including people who cannot tolerate any spice at all.
Bonchon Udon Noodle Soup contains Wheat (in the udon noodles — udon is always wheat-based), Soy (in the broth), and Sesame (sesame oil finish). The fried egg version also contains Eggs. The official menu notes it contains sesame seeds or sesame seed oil. It is not gluten-free. Always confirm allergens with your specific location.
Udon are thick Japanese wheat flour noodles — much thicker and chewier than ramen noodles or spaghetti. They are soft, slightly elastic, and have a mild, neutral flavor that allows them to absorb broth deeply. Udon noodles are the dominant ingredient in the soup — substantial and filling in a way that thinner noodles are not.
The Bulgogi version (~$18.99) is the best choice for most people — the beef marinade enriches the broth significantly and makes the soup a complete, filling meal. The Fried Egg version is good if you want something lighter without beef. The plain version is best if you want the cleanest, most delicate broth flavor or want to keep calories minimal.
Yes — Udon Noodle Soup is extremely high in sodium, estimated at approximately 4,000mg+ per serving. This is because traditional udon broth is heavily salted and soy-seasoned by nature. If you are watching sodium, choose Chicken Katsu (672mg) or plain Bibimbap (315mg) instead.
Yes — available through the Bonchon app, bonchon.com, DoorDash, and Uber Eats at most locations. However, soup dishes generally travel less well than fried or rice dishes. The broth may shift during transport and the noodles continue to absorb broth while in transit, making them softer by arrival. For the best experience, ordering Udon Noodle Soup for dine-in or quick pickup is recommended.
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