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Bongdeok Kalguksu Uiwang Bonjeom is a shabu-kalguksu restaurant in Uiwang, Gyeonggi Province, centered on spicy mushroom kalguksu and clam kalguksu. The restaurant originally operated in Gocheon-dong before relocating to its current site, where it occupies a newly constructed building with a spacious parking lot. Upon entering, visitors can watch the owner hand-pulling and cutting noodle dough right at the entrance, and these hand-cut noodles deliver a distinctively chewy texture that forms the core of the dining experience. The red mushroom kalguksu follows a specific eating sequence: diners first cook beef shabu-shabu slices in the spicy broth loaded with water parsley and mushrooms, then add the kalguksu noodles to absorb the enriched broth as a finishing course. The clam kalguksu provides a contrasting experience with a clean, white broth brimming with natural shellfish umami. Hand-made dumplings are available as a separate order and serve well as an appetizer while waiting for the main pot to cook. To close the meal, guests can make fried rice directly in the remaining broth, and keeping the seasoning light while increasing the heat for extra crispiness produces the best result. The geotjeori kimchi available at each table is notably well-regarded, and adding a small amount of the fermented chili paste from the table condiments elevates the noodle flavor further. The induction-based cooking system keeps the table area comfortable without excessive heat. The restaurant operates without a break time, allowing visits at any hour, though the location requires a car to reach. The warehouse-style dining hall is spacious with substantial seating capacity, but noise levels rise and table spacing becomes tight during busy periods.