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Well this was a find... Queer o meter 10! And what a great little spot. It's loved in an unassuming quiet strip mall type plaza next to a Dunkin. It's not much to look at from The outside, and frankly inside isn't dazzling either. It's small with hmmm 10 tables maybe?! Fairly nondescript. But that's where the nondescript ends because the service and food were great. Check out the pictures, they speak for themselves. And every item we got was delicious, hot and served with a smile. There was one alcoholic drink and the bill with tip, was about $52 pp. that was with the shared apps, a meal each and 2 shared desserts. IMO, fairly priced. Want a romantic dinner? Don't go here. Want great food, nice service folk and to support local? Go here. It's delicious! Cheers!
Overall great little spot but a bit pricey in some aspects! Service: The service wasn't great we weren't offered water refills and had to ask for our check and boxes. Water cups were very small so I was hoping to at least be asked if we wanted more. There was only one other group of two seated which for how slow it was we should've had better service. Ambiance: Very calm spot with nice plant decorations and a very welcoming environment. Japchae and Bulgogi w sides: Great seasoned meat and portions. Meat prices vary but I paid $3 to add beef to my Japchae which made it about $19. I do like how big the portions were in comparison to some other spots for similar prices. My brother and I got full. Everything tasted fantastic and we were happy with what we got for the price. Great side dishes that paired excellent with our food. Drinks: Sujeonggwa and Haitai Crushed pear drinks ridiculously overpriced. Each drink was $5 and they are just canned and added over ice. They were good but don't waste money and instead go to a local Asian mart and get them for under $2! I also noticed desserts like a 3pc fried cinnamon sugar and fruit filling dumpling was very pricey or even small portion items cost a lot. Overall: I'd likely come back just to get some decent Korean food with some good portions but there were a few issues with service and prices on things.
The food was so good and the ambiance and service was impeccable. Kat our waitress was just adorable and such a sweetheart. She had great recommendations! Walking in we received such a warm welcome and so many smiles we felt very happy to be here. It felt like going over to a relatives you haven't seen in a while. The smell of food and sizzling sounds from the kitchen make you feel so hungry and when you receive the food you just melt it is so good. The food comes out fairly quick and hot and fresh. Love the kimchee!!!
I am super excited to have a great Korean spot this area in RI and not have to go to Providence for it! Bapsang is located in a strip mall with lots of parking. There are a decent amount of tables. Each time I've gone I didn't need to wait on a table and was seated right away. One of my favorite dishes there is the chicken wings! They are so crispy and flavorful and have the perfect texture. They do have a gluten free menu but they mention cross contamination is possible so likely not a celiac friendly spot.
Don't be fooled by appearances. This unassuming spot in a strip mall is a haven for fantastic Korean food! The Korean fried chicken wings were SO CRISPY and the spicy sauce wasn't too spicy. Really balanced flavor and spice all the way. I also really loved the spicy chicken ramen. It wasn't too spicy either but beware that it can stain your clothes as you slurp away My cousin got the army soup and loved it (she had been here on several occasions before and noted it was one of her favorite dishes). I will be back!
This was our first time trying Bapsang but we will definitely be back. The staff were all so nice. The service was fantastic. The food was delicious. I would love to go back and order even more appetizers to share. The scallion pancakes were delicious with a nice sauce on the side. The fried dumplings had a nice crisp to them and good flavor. The fried chicken was quite nice. The sweet potato noodles with beef had fantastic flavor. I had trouble deciding which entree to order but I'm glad that I went with this one. The sides were all delicious as well. It's a small place won't a decent number of tables. If you have a larger party I'd plan ahead but plenty of 2-4 tops!
So happy that Bapsang is close by. It's definitely in a nondescript plaza that's easy to drive by. Inside it's small, but cozy and bright. Service was friendly and incredibly fast. Love the bonchon that they serve with your meal. We started with the dumplings and then got the katsu don and the short rib soup. I'd order everything again! The short rib soup was in one of their hot pots so it did stay steaming hot throughout the entire dinner and the katsu don had the perfect crunch. There are plenty of other things I'd like to try next time like their ramen and Korean fried chicken.
Our party of 2 stopped in for dinner on a Friday night in September and lucked out with the last open table in the restaurant. It's an intimate space, with about 8 tables in the dining room. It was our second time there and we remembered the food being excellent. We were greeted by our server and immediately put in an order for the Korean Fried Chicken Wings. After a few minutes of looking into the rest of the menu, we also got a spicy pork and squid, and a tofu stew. The chicken wings came out in less than 10 minutes after ordered and they were massive pieces covered in a extremely flavorful sauce that had spice and sweetness. They were also still crunchy and we were saying how we could just eat them as the entire meal- they're that good. After we cleaned our faces and hands, the entrees arrived and each came with an array of accompaniments on a tray. The spicy pork came with lettuce to make wraps and some sauces as well, and the tofu stew came with a bowl of rice amongst other goodies. They were both excellent, the stew was comforting and the spicy pork and squid had a fiery kick. As excellent as the food was last time, we felt it was even this time and are eager to go back to Bapsang- especially when the weather is a little colder and its stew season.
The restaurant name, Bapsang, has an awe-inspiring backstory rooted in the Korean tradition of building a meal around rice. On the way back from Port Juliet, we found this charming little Korean spot and were so excited to try the dishes. ===== RATING: B- ===== [FOOD: 5/10 ] General Comments: - Their soups seem strictly curated and are not chicken friendly! Most will have pre-set protein options except for the Soondubu (Tofu Stew) - Banchan (side dishes) are limited in options with only 3 underwhelming plates of sweet potato, cucumbers in a spicy sauce, and lettuce with minimal drizzling of a dressing Silken Tofu Salad - 3/10 It was presented beautifully so I had high expectations. Unfortunately, this dish did not meet them. While the salad was refreshingly cool and tossed seamlessly, it lacked flavor. I wish it would've had a small bit of gochujang or some additional dressing to kick it up a bit. I would definitely not get it again. Hotpot Bulgogi Stew - 5/10 I was brave today and wanted to try something I hadn't seen before on the menu at a Korean restaurant. This soup has only a couple of main ingredients: bulgogi (beef), mushroom, carrots, onions, and glass noodles. The broth was flavorful with notes of both savory and sweet. However, beef was inconsistent in texture with some pieces soft and some overly chewy and tendon-y. It was alright overall, but I don't think I'd get it again. [SERVICE: 8/10] Great service! Our servers were kind, respectful, and attentive. The food came out fast and piping hot. [AMBIANCE: 8/10 ] The inside is considerately decorated with pretty paintings and beige-toned decorations. The noise volume is not too loud or too quiet. The food is served on pretty wooden trays fittingly complimented with gold metal silverware. [OVERALL: 7/10 ] For what the restaurant lacks in culinary flair and true authenticity, it makes up for with attention to aesthetic detail and quality service. If you're looking for a Korean restaurant with reliably great food to frequent, this place might fall short. However, it's fine for a single-time checkout for hungry out-of-state visitors like us. If I do come back, I'll try the wings. They seem to be pretty popular so maybe this is what people come here for.
This is a little gem in all sense of the word. Nestled in an unlikely spot of Rhode Island Bapsang is great. Food is solid and presentation with the individual side dishes for the individual diner just works. This was out second time to Bapsang and I tried their hot stone bi bim bap. I normally don't get bi bimbap since we have it pretty often at home but we don't do a stone bowl so I decided to go for it. It's got a nice mix of fresh vegetables, egg and meat. You can of course customize it to your liking. I love the crunchy rice that you get from the hot bowl. The sides are okay. My kid got the Kalbi which was seasoned really well and well caramelized. My wife got the ossam bulgogi which is her absolute favorite. I think the one knock for bapsang is that they don't give the traditional kimchi as a side. It's the cucumber kind which isn't really fermented and just a bit too fresh and fish saucy for my taste. I understand why they do it however. I think regular kimchi can be a big source of waste for a restaurant. But it would be nice for it to be an option. I always order a bottle of green apple soju to complete the meal. It fills the role of alcohol and dessert for me. A double win. 5 stars Bapsang.
Hidden gem in real life Was visiting this place after a long time. Our initial visit was just ok, due to modest ambience and not so impressive taste. Visited again yesterday and was mind blown with the quality of food, presentation and ambience of the place. We tried spicy fried rice, Korean ramen and bibimbap and all 3 dishes were outstanding. Will be back again to try other dishes from the menu
Yum! A definite Korean jewel! We took a lovely drive to Newport, Rhode island which is amazing! After that we were quite hungry and son wanted Korean food. We were lucky to find this small Korean restaurant not far away. They have a small parking lot and from the outside just looked like an ordinary restaurant but wow! Step inside to find an amazing peaceful, relaxing little gem. Beautifully decorated. The service was very good and fairly fast. THE Food was so delicious. My katsu was light and crispy, not oily at all. The hot plum wine was wonderful and they gave refills. Son's loved his spicy pork and hubby loved his hot noodle dish. The ban chan was also very good! Everything was wonderful and we would love to come back if we're ever in the area again!
Revisited Bapsang after a few years after graduating college and also post-pandemic. The restaurant still looks the same. Small, cozy, friendly, and familiar. I dined alone, however, this time. I ordered the vegetable mandu, which wasn't the most exciting but was still good for a light appetizer. For an entree, I ordered the stone-pot Bibimbap with spicy pork. It was super filling. I was almost full and had only gotten through half the pot. The banchan changes seasonally. I liked the pickled cucumber and sweet potatoes that I had. For dessert, I tried the Honey Toast. Absolutely delicious. My favorite part of my meal. I was in between choosing the other desserts on the menu as well. Overall, Bapsang would be good to visit for authentic Korean food in the area for a tiny group (2-4 people).
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This food, the service and the people are amazing. My first visit and I WILL ABSOLUTELY return. I had the "Korean Style Fried Rice" with no meat. The presentation, flavors and overall food quality were as amazing as you can get. This restaurant is a real gem for Rhode Islanders. I can't wait to try more dishes at this restaurant. read more
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So this was my first time eating Korean food. I ordered the Korean Chicken BBQ. Wowza! Great flavor, tender chicken, perfectly done white rice and their sauce was delicious. Service was very good. Nice wait staff and attentive. I'll definitely be back to try another dish. read more
This is opening day, so wasn't sure what to expect, but it was an amazing experience! Traditional Korean made with class and heart. I ordered the Kimchi Jjigae (stew), one of the best I've ever had. Right amount of spice and heat. The stewed Beef was a welcomed unexpected surprise. I noticed that they have the Army jjigae (stew). Which is a more hearty and meaty version, popularized by famous mukbangs on YouTube. Listening to the chef, he makes his own Kim Chi and the quality and care of the ingredient shows in the final cuisine and you even get a taste of it in the ban cha (side dish). Overall, new place. Especially for Southern RI, that is in desperate need of more authentic Asian cuisines. read more
8 years ago
I had the pleasure of dining at Bapsang this past Friday and the restaurant was packed with individuals enjoying their meals. The hostess/owner was conscientious and kind, and brought us complimentary appetizers while we waited for our meals. I am not a kimchee fan but my boyfriend loved it. The cucumber side was delightful! The green tea was served nice and hot and the Beef Bulgogi, which we both ordered, was beautifully presented, delicious, and filling. I am thrilled to have a new, family-run Korean restaurant in our neighborhood, and I look forward to returning soon. read more
5 years ago
An authentic and delicious Korean meal! I got the bulgogi and it was great! Also had the yuza iced tea which was so yummy! Great find, can't wait to go back! read more
3 years ago
Who knew Providence had legit K food? I grew up in a small town outside of Busan and then moved to the US. Now I'm at Brown and was looking for some good K food. OMG! This place is da bomb! Just like home. You won't be disappointed and the staff is tops! The good is sooooooo good! Will be back! epic!!!!!! read more
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Excellent food and casual friendly atmosphere. We ordered bipimbap in hot clay pot, bulgogi (beef with onion carrots) and ox tail soup. All dishes are delicious and beautiful presentation. The ox tail soup comes with generous amount of tender beef rib meet. The soup is so nourishing and just the right amount to seasoning. Love it! We licked the plate clean. Will definitely come back next time we visit Rhode island. read more
2 years ago
Deeeelicious!! Love their hot stone bimbimbap with beef bulgolgi, korean style fried rice, korean bbq chicken dish with rice and japchae sweet potato noodle. The presentation of food on their wooden trays with little side dishes of kimchi and sweet potato is eye catching. Friendly staff and great service for both takeout and dining in. read more
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Honestly, the amount of food we order from Bapsang is comical, but my husband and I are obsessed. Some of our favorites are the bbq beef, half & half chicken, kimchi ramen, house salad with wild sesame dressing and the kimchi trio. Everything they make is fresh and delicious. The staff are always warm and friendly and extremely COVID safe. read more
7 years ago
This little hole in the wall, has become my favorite place for Korean take-out! It's tiny, only a few tables but the food screams big things...I routinely get theIr spicy chicken ramen (so good, tons of noodles. Not super spicy but good for my taste) and the steamed veggie dumplings (stuffed with goodies & comes with the BEST dipping sauce). The hub gets BBQ beef (which he loves, gets it every time) and we sometimes split the Korean Chicken Wings (sticky, crunchy, giant & finger lickn' good). I've ordered at LEAST a dozen times from here and I have never been disappointed, definitely worth checking out!!! read more
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Absolutely delicious. We had the Bbq chicken, Bbq mushrooms, scallion pancakes with Kimchi and the Kimchi trio. Everything was great. Service was outstanding. Will definitely eat here again. read more
7 years ago
If you are looking for an authentic Korean Restaurant in RI or MA, you should go this place. It's been 5 months since they opened. They make Kimch and Radish Kimchi in the kitchen themselves. I ordered hot stone bibimbob and fried chicken and the food was hearty and delicious. The service was friendly and warm. Especially, Korean know having Maxim mix ice coffee after meal is very perfect and special! I will visit again and try all the menus read more
7 years ago
A respectable Korean restaurant - and a welcome one in NK! It's a tiny place, only about half a dozen tables seating 24 (and if you're a party greater than 4, best to reserve a table - though they probably can't do much more than a party of 6), with counter seating for 4 more, but it's worth the wait. They seem to do a brisk take-out business as well. This evening we tried their kimchee pajeon (nice and crispy, kimchee had a nice bite to it) and their fried mandu (okay - but unfortunately deep fried - will try it boiled next time). Their bulgogi was good, the galbi was even better, though no table-side grilling. The meats arrived on a bed of sauteed mushrooms and slivered carrots which made for an attractive presentation; they tasted great with the meat juices and marinade mixed with your rice. We also had their tofu jigae with seafood - it was decent, with mussels and squid, though a little on the thin side and a little skimpy with the seafood. The kimchee fried rice was excellent, however, nicely done with carmelized rice on the bottom, and well-flavored. The meals came with some complimentary banchan which was nice - though to get banchan at the start of the meal, is a separate order. Wait staff was pleasant and attentive. Beer and soju are available as well as soft drinks and tea. Bapsang also offers a number of interesting noodle and ramen dishes which we'll have to give a try during future visits! read more
7 years ago
We love going to Bapsang! The food is authentic, so tasty and flavorful. The steamed and fried vegetable dumplings are delicious. I had the stir fried Sweet Potatoes Noodles, great presentation and so good. We also ordered Korean BBQ mushroom, another wonderful dish with a lot of flavor. The service is also top notch, the servers are really attentive and kind. We are thrilled they are in North Kingstown! read more
7 years ago
I've been dying to try this place since they've opened and I was not at all disappointed! A friend and myself went in the early afternoon and were the only people there. Our hostess was so pleasant and sweet. All of our food was cooked to perfection! We ordered the beef steamed dumplings, which were light and delicious, the seafood Korean pancake, which was awesome and light as well! She ordered the Korean bbq beef, bulgogi. She absolutely loved it! I ordered Korean style pork cutlet, donkkaseu, which was so tender and flavorful that I didn't even need my dipping sauce for it! Our desserts were Bapsang cheesecake dumplings and the frozen cream cheese mousse! The dumplings were so light that you cooked of had a second helping of them and you wouldn't feel at all full! The mousse was rich but at the same time refreshing! We are definitely going back! Yum read more
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First time giving 5 stars. OK so it's not fine dining ambience but our dishes were flawless. Chx wings, fried dumplings and crispy shrimp all excellently prepared with clean, simple presentation. The Bapsang ramen took some time to get the real flavor going in my mouth but really (really) good. Service was friendly, efficient and eager to show their Korean pride. read more
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Do they have a bar/alcoholic bevvies?
They have a limited alcohol menu — a few American and Korean beers by the bottle/can, and bottles of rice wine and soju (Korean flavored vodkas).
