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A large-scale charcoal-grilled eel restaurant in Deokyang-gu, Goyang, about five to ten minutes across Haengju Bridge from Seoul. Wild grape vines drape the entrance in an inviting touch, and the restaurant spans two floors with two spacious parking lots — the sheer scale is immediately apparent. The defining advantage is the dedicated staff member assigned to each table, grilling the eel over charcoal to order. They adjust the sear — crispy outside, moist inside — exactly to the diner's preference, leaving nothing to do but eat. The eels are plump and meaty, with absolutely no trace of earthiness, delivering a clean, savory flavor throughout. Side dishes including ginger and myeongyi (wild garlic) greens complement the eel naturally, and the doenjang-guk pairs well too. Following the grilled eel with jangeo-tang (eel soup) completes a full stamina-building meal, and the yeolmu noodles or bibim naengmyeon serve as refreshing closers. The naengmyeon noodles are thin and springy — unexpectedly good. Among the complimentary post-meal drinks, the diner-style dabang coffee is the better choice over the brewed option. Pricing runs around 96,000 won for two large eels, and one fish per person is the minimum for a satisfying portion. The sight of sixteen-plus staff moving in coordinated formation reflects disciplined management, though the atmosphere inevitably turns hectic during high-traffic hours. Full houses are common even on weekday evenings, so avoiding peak dinner time or building in buffer time is advisable.