Red broth shabu-kalguksu wrapped in flat noodles for 3 in Yongin: Yun

On a day when we were craving something warm and hearty, three of us headed to Yun Ujae Shabu Kalguksu. We went in expecting a generous meal that runs from shabu-shabu all the way to kalguksu (knife-cut noodles), and we weren't disappointed — the food, the atmosphere, the service, and the staff's kindness all hit the mark. If you're looking for a filling restaurant in Dongcheon-dong, this place fits the bill.

What was the atmosphere like?

Walking in, the place felt clean and pleasant overall, which made a great first impression. Since shabu-shabu is cooked right at the table, a cramped space can be uncomfortable, but here it felt relaxed and easy. It was a comfortable spot for the three of us to sit and eat slowly together.

How spicy is the red broth on regular?

This time we chose the red broth and picked the regular spice level. We wanted something with a nice kick rather than overwhelming heat, and I'm glad we went with regular. It let us fully taste the broth's savory depth while still enjoying that spicy edge — very satisfying.

The red broth at Yun Ujae had that addictive kind of spicy-savory kick that makes you keep wanting more. One warm spoonful and my appetite was instantly awake, and I loved how the broth grew deeper the longer we simmered the shabu-shabu ingredients in it.

There were plenty of vegetables for the shabu-shabu too. As they cooked longer, their natural sweetness and flavor blended right into the broth. That shift from the broth's first taste to how it changes once loaded with ingredients is part of the fun of shabu-shabu.

How to eat the meat and vegetables

We cooked the meat lightly in the broth and ate it together with the vegetables. The thin-sliced meat soaked up the red broth, and its clean flavor paired beautifully with the spicy-savory kick. Eating meat and vegetables together gave a nice range of textures without feeling heavy, so our chopsticks kept going back for more.

With three of us there, the whole process of slowly simmering meat and vegetables together was genuinely enjoyable. Sharing a warm pot in the middle of the table makes this a great spot for a family meal or a get-together with friends. Thinking about that easy, comfortable dining mood, I could see why so many people seek this out as a go-to restaurant in Dongcheon-dong.

Wrapping it up ssam-style with the flat kalguksu noodles

One of the most fun parts of eating the shabu-shabu here was using the flat kalguksu noodles as a wrap. I'd always assumed kalguksu noodles get added to the broth after finishing the shabu-shabu, but here you cook the flat noodles first and use them to wrap the meat and vegetables like a ssam. Piling meat and vegetables cooked in the red broth onto a well-cooked flat noodle and eating it together felt just like wrapping a ssam. The noodle's width made it easy to load up, and having the chewy noodle, tender meat, and crisp vegetables all in one bite gave a fantastic mix of textures. This is a distinctive way of eating that's unique to Yun Ujae Shabu Kalguksu.

The red broth's flavor was really impressive too. It should suit anyone who likes spicy broth but doesn't want it overwhelming. As more meat and vegetables went in, the broth deepened, and it tasted even better in the second half than at the start.

The finishing kalguksu

After having our fill of shabu-shabu, we moved on to kalguksu. Adding noodles to a broth already infused with meat and vegetable flavor naturally built anticipation. True to its name, Yun Ujae Shabu Kalguksu doesn't stop at shabu-shabu — continuing into kalguksu made the whole thing feel like a proper, complete meal.

The red broth soaked nicely into the kalguksu noodles, so the broth and noodles came together in harmony instead of feeling separate. The noodles absorbed all that deepened broth from the shabu-shabu, so the savory flavor felt even richer. Even though we were pretty full by then, the noodles were so good we kept eating.

Flavor balance and service

What stood out most was the overall balance of the food. Despite being called the red broth, it wasn't just about spice — there was a savory depth that supported the meat and vegetables well. The regular spice level wasn't too much for three people to share, and it was the kind of flavor that had us spooning up broth right to the end.

The service was really satisfying too. The staff were kind and attentive, which made us feel comfortable even on our first visit. With tabletop-cooked dishes like shabu-shabu, staff guidance and attentiveness matter a lot to the overall experience, and that part felt great here too.

Beyond the taste, I also loved Yun Ujae Shabu Kalguksu's clean, comfortable atmosphere. It's a great spot to visit with friends, or on a day you want a warm meal with family. Being a menu that's easy to enjoy slowly while chatting with others is another plus.

Eating as a group of three made the portions feel generous, and being able to enjoy shabu-shabu and kalguksu in sequence added to the satisfaction. Unlike a quick single-dish meal, adding ingredients to a warm broth over time made for a relaxed, unhurried meal. If you're looking for a restaurant in Dongcheon-dong with a hearty broth dish, this is worth considering.

Finishing with fried rice

And the meal wrapped up with fried rice. After the shabu-shabu and flat kalguksu noodles, we were already quite full, but once the fried rice arrived, our chopsticks naturally went for it. Going from meat and vegetables to kalguksu and then finishing with fried rice made for a truly complete lineup. The fried rice had a nutty flavor that was a nice change from the broth dishes before it, making it a fitting final course. Starting with the warm, spicy-savory red broth, eating meat and vegetables, wrapping them ssam-style in the flat noodles, and finishing with fried rice — it felt like a properly complete meal.