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Simhaksan Dotori Guksu is a health-oriented restaurant in Paju, Gyeonggi Province, specializing in dishes made from dotori (acorn). Despite its somewhat remote location near the Lotte Paju Outlet, the restaurant draws crowds from across the country, with guests routinely lining up before the ten o'clock opening to write their names on the waiting list. The signature dotori jaengban-guksu (acorn noodle platter) arrives almost immediately after ordering, featuring acorn noodles tossed with fresh vegetables in a light, wholesome preparation that sits easy on the stomach. The dotori muksabal (chilled acorn jelly soup) stands out for its refreshingly cool broth, while the dotori-jeon (acorn pancake) adds a nutty crispness that complements either noodle dish. The deulkkae sujebi (perilla seed hand-torn noodle soup) is considered the true hidden gem by regulars — its creamy, fragrant perilla broth harmonizes with chewy dough pieces, though some note the portion runs small. The yeolmu kimchi pairs well with the dishes, and ordering moju (grain drink) alongside adds to the experience. The food digests so comfortably that some devoted patrons drive over an hour to return every few months. Weekends bring substantial waits, and popular items sometimes sell out during the queue, making early arrival advisable. Sunday afternoons around five o'clock tend to be relatively quiet. Parking extends to a rear lot, offering adequate space, and the staff operate with impressive efficiency and composure. Some visitors note that prices outside of the muksabal run higher than expected.