# Dongtan Station pho with scallop cha gio and DIY spice: Mibundang

- By Yerin Doh Y. (https://superchart.com/en/@hanam-riverside-counter/)
- Written Sep 18, 2026
- Local places › Restaurants › Hwaseong, Gyeonggi
- Sponsored: This post was written as a sponsored store visit.
- English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@hanam-riverside-counter/midangdang-dongtan-station-pho-counter-seat/
- Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@hanam-riverside-counter/midangdang-dongtan-station-pho-counter-seat/index.md)

## In short

Mibundang Dongtan Station Branch is a pho (Vietnamese rice noodle soup) restaurant on the first floor of the Dongtan Station Richian shopping complex in Hwaseong, Gyeonggi. On a chilly day the writer ordered two bowls of brisket-tendon pho, scallop cha gio (fried spring rolls) and a cola, ate at the bar seats facing the open kitchen, and dialled the heat up with Mibundang's special hot sauce. Between the chewy tendon and the generous pile of beef, Mibundang is worth a return trip whenever a pho craving hits near Dongtan Station.

## Good to know

- **What we ordered**: Two brisket-tendon pho, scallop cha gio, cola
- **Location**: First floor, Dongtan Station Richian shopping complex, next to Hayan Pungcha bakery cafe
- **Parking**: Basement car park, 1 hour free (ask staff to register your car)
- **How to order**: Order and pay at the kiosk to the right of the entrance, then go in with the receipt
- **Seating**: Bar seats, facing the open kitchen
- **Broth**: One broth only; adjust the heat with the house hot sauce
- **Waiting**: A queue at lunchtime, but seats turn over quickly

*as written by the visitor on Sep 18, 2026*

![Signature photo of brisket-tendon pho at Mibundang Dongtan Station Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/midangdang-dongtan-station-pho-counter-seat/midangdang-dongtan-station-pho-counter-seat-01-eijzw-1200.webp)

The weather's gotten really chilly lately, and naturally I started craving warm broth — pho came to mind right away. So without hesitation I headed straight to Mibundang, a pho restaurant I'd visited before.

![Visit to Mibundang Dongtan Station Branch, a pho restaurant](https://img.superchart.com/images/midangdang-dongtan-station-pho-counter-seat/midangdang-dongtan-station-pho-counter-seat-02-w4nj1-966.webp)

Mibundang isn't the kind of place with an overwhelmingly heavy broth — it's savory yet has a naturally rich depth, and the portions are generous, making it a great spot to eat well and leave full.

![A bowl of pho with rich broth at Mibundang](https://img.superchart.com/images/midangdang-dongtan-station-pho-counter-seat/midangdang-dongtan-station-pho-counter-seat-03-fm5fm-966.webp)

On top of that, you can adjust the spice level with sauce to your taste, which is why this is the first place that comes to mind whenever I'm craving pho in Dongtan. Now that the cold wind is starting to blow, let me share my review of a warm, filling meal here!

## Where is Mibundang Dongtan Station Branch, and where do you park?

![Exterior of Mibundang Dongtan Station Branch, 1st floor of Dongtan Station Richian complex](https://img.superchart.com/images/midangdang-dongtan-station-pho-counter-seat/midangdang-dongtan-station-pho-counter-seat-04-1am3e-966.webp)

Mibundang, a beloved pho spot near Dongtan Station, sits on the first floor of the Dongtan Station Richian shopping complex, so it's very easy to get to. It's right next to Hayan Pungcha, a bakery cafe well known to locals around Dongtan Station, so even first-timers should have no trouble finding it.

![View of the shopping complex around Mibundang Dongtan Station Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/midangdang-dongtan-station-pho-counter-seat/midangdang-dongtan-station-pho-counter-seat-05-1uqzp-966.webp)

For parking, you can use the building's basement parking lot, and 1 hour is free. Be sure to ask staff to register your car — you'll get the discount. Don't forget to take care of parking.

## Kiosk ordering and what is on the Mibundang menu

![Kiosk to the right of the entrance at Mibundang Dongtan Station Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/midangdang-dongtan-station-pho-counter-seat/midangdang-dongtan-station-pho-counter-seat-06-a26e4-966.webp)

At Mibundang Dongtan Station Branch, you order and pay first at a kiosk set up outside, to the right of the entrance.

![Mibundang menu board with pho and side dishes](https://img.superchart.com/images/midangdang-dongtan-station-pho-counter-seat/midangdang-dongtan-station-pho-counter-seat-07-if2g8-966.webp)

The menu is a clean, focused lineup of pho and side dishes that feels specialized and well thought out. Here's what we ordered:

- 2 brisket-tendon pho bowls
- Scallop cha gio (fried spring rolls)
- Cola

![Payment receipt received after kiosk ordering](https://img.superchart.com/images/midangdang-dongtan-station-pho-counter-seat/midangdang-dongtan-station-pho-counter-seat-08-1a7pz-966.webp)

After ordering, we took our payment receipt inside, and staff checked it and kindly showed us to bar seating in order.

## Bar seats facing the open kitchen, plus scallop cha gio

We got a really prime spot — seating where you can watch the dishes being made right in front of you. The whole time we waited, it was fascinating watching the fresh, generous ingredients being prepared.

![Bar seating with a view of the cooking process](https://img.superchart.com/images/midangdang-dongtan-station-pho-counter-seat/midangdang-dongtan-station-pho-counter-seat-09-1ycc3-966.webp)

The crispy-fried scallop cha gio and a cold cola arrived first. The moment I bit into the crunchy fried roll, the savory, rich scallop flavor hit — it was a perfect little dish even eaten on its own.

![Single order of crispy-fried scallop cha gio](https://img.superchart.com/images/midangdang-dongtan-station-pho-counter-seat/midangdang-dongtan-station-pho-counter-seat-10-7rhf6-966.webp)

![Cross-section of scallop cha gio next to a cola](https://img.superchart.com/images/midangdang-dongtan-station-pho-counter-seat/midangdang-dongtan-station-pho-counter-seat-11-5gfad-966.webp)

Last time I visited, I got greedy and ordered the assorted cha gio platter, and ended up way too full — I still remember suffering through it. So this time I just ordered one single item, but one bite in, the crunch and savoriness were so good I thought, 'Next time I need to order a few more different kinds of cha gio too.' Pairing the crispy, savory cha gio with a cold cola was seriously delicious 👍👍

![Table set with cha gio and cola](https://img.superchart.com/images/midangdang-dongtan-station-pho-counter-seat/midangdang-dongtan-station-pho-counter-seat-12-1vhkr-966.webp)

## What does the brisket-tendon pho taste like?

While we were eating the cha gio, the main dish — brisket-tendon pho — arrived.

![Freshly served brisket-tendon pho](https://img.superchart.com/images/midangdang-dongtan-station-pho-counter-seat/midangdang-dongtan-station-pho-counter-seat-13-23vvr-966.webp)

Just looking at the bowl piled high with tender brisket, lean clean-tasting brisket, and springy, chewy tendon, I could already tell it was going to be delicious.

![A bowl of pho piled high with meat toppings](https://img.superchart.com/images/midangdang-dongtan-station-pho-counter-seat/midangdang-dongtan-station-pho-counter-seat-14-onwpk-966.webp)

![Pho generously topped with brisket](https://img.superchart.com/images/midangdang-dongtan-station-pho-counter-seat/midangdang-dongtan-station-pho-counter-seat-15-i4chf-966.webp)

The brisket was piled on so generously that every time I picked up my chopsticks, I got a huge mouthful of meat.

![Brisket lifted up with chopsticks](https://img.superchart.com/images/midangdang-dongtan-station-pho-counter-seat/midangdang-dongtan-station-pho-counter-seat-16-8anfg-966.webp)

The clean-tasting meat topping is delicious, but personally, the real reason I keep coming back to Mibundang is the chewy, savory texture of the tendon.

![Close-up of the chewy tendon topping](https://img.superchart.com/images/midangdang-dongtan-station-pho-counter-seat/midangdang-dongtan-station-pho-counter-seat-17-m6pzz-966.webp)

The first time I ate it, the word 'tendon' made it a little hard to get past, but by my second visit, that chewy texture that felt packed with collagen, plus the savory flavor, was really, really delicious.

![Sauce usage guide posted above the table](https://img.superchart.com/images/midangdang-dongtan-station-pho-counter-seat/midangdang-dongtan-station-pho-counter-seat-18-ccanq-966.webp)

### How to adjust the spice level with Mibundang's hot sauce

The variety of sauces set up on the table was also really handy and great to use.

![Mibundang's special hot sauce and sauce containers](https://img.superchart.com/images/midangdang-dongtan-station-pho-counter-seat/midangdang-dongtan-station-pho-counter-seat-19-1rocx-966.webp)

Mibundang's base broth is already so rich and deep that it's delicious as is, but adding a little of their special hot sauce makes it even better. Dongtan Station's beloved pho spot Mibundang only offers one broth, but you can freely control the spice level by adding sauce in whatever ratio you like.

![Pho mixed with sauce in a small side dish](https://img.superchart.com/images/midangdang-dongtan-station-pho-counter-seat/midangdang-dongtan-station-pho-counter-seat-20-wumv1-966.webp)

Instead of mixing it into the broth, it's also good to put everything into the small side dish that comes with it and mix it there. I dialed in a spicy kick that matched my taste perfectly and finished the whole meal without ever getting tired of it.

## Verdict: how long is the wait at Mibundang Dongtan Station?

![Interior view of the bar seating at Mibundang Dongtan Station Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/midangdang-dongtan-station-pho-counter-seat/midangdang-dongtan-station-pho-counter-seat-21-whe7u-966.webp)

I'd wholeheartedly recommend Mibundang to anyone near Dongtan Station in southern Dongtan looking for a meal spot with both great taste and easy access.

![Diners eating inside Mibundang Dongtan Station Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/midangdang-dongtan-station-pho-counter-seat/midangdang-dongtan-station-pho-counter-seat-22-1nkhq-966.webp)

Since it's a popular restaurant in southern Dongtan, there's a wait at lunchtime, but the staff work well together and move quickly, so seats turn over fast and you can enjoy a comfortable, delicious meal without any hassle the whole time.

![Items placed in the store for after your meal](https://img.superchart.com/images/midangdang-dongtan-station-pho-counter-seat/midangdang-dongtan-station-pho-counter-seat-23-1ozr7-m-966.webp)

![Corner with post-meal thoughtful items at Mibundang Dongtan Station Branch](https://img.superchart.com/images/midangdang-dongtan-station-pho-counter-seat/midangdang-dongtan-station-pho-counter-seat-24-142pn-966.webp)

They've even thoughtfully set up little items for after your meal like this.

I'm planning to come back soon with my husband for another warm-broth date. If you're craving really good pho near Dongtan Station, don't hesitate — go check out Mibundang!

## Where it is

- Mibundang Dongtan Station Branch (미분당 동탄역점)
- 495 Dongtan-daero, Dongtan Station Richian Shopping Complex 1F Unit 109, Dongtan-gu, Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea
- 경기도 화성시 동탄구 동탄대로 495 동탄역리치안상가 1층 109호
- 37.1979925, 127.0984126
- Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EB%AF%B8%EB%B6%84%EB%8B%B9%20%EB%8F%99%ED%83%84%EC%97%AD%EC%A0%90/@37.1979925,127.0984126,17z

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