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Byung Chun Soondae

3.4 (100 reviews)
ModerateKorean
Open • Open 24 hours

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Good for groups
Good for kids

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seafood soft tofu stew
Winni Z.

We were the only non-Korean people at the restaurant. The restaurant itself was spacious and clean. The service was curt, but efficient. Everything we ordered was delicious. The pork belly was so fatty and melted in my mouth. The naengmyeon was refreshing with a hint of sweetness. We devoured the la galbi and pork bulgogi - they were both very flavorful. The naengmyeon was so light and refreshing. The seafood tofu stew was not very spicy, and packed with ingredients. We would come back for the food!

Bibim Nengmyun
Eric K.

Came here with an older brother for lunch and ended up drinking 5 bottles together and catching beers after. The Galbi tang and Yukgyejang was great and we finished off with Bibim Nengmyun! Also got a free bottle for service!

Outside
Vera T.

Came because of a friend recommendation , here's my thought Pro Food came relatively quick, we got gamjatang and Soondae to share. Big portion, and affordable. Gamjatang is so good, lot of meat and fall out the bone, soup is so flavorful. Good soondae too, we never had this version, lighter in color than what we usually see, but really good. Con The hygiene is questionable... the wait staff placed banchan out in the open next table before they put it in our table, and we could see a lot of small flies on it ... we politely declined it. Service is a miss, don't expect kind greeting and smile, come just for the food.

Pork bone soup
Wendy W.

Amazing food! Deserves a much higher rating than what it currently has. The rice is perfectly cooked (a little on the firmer side as it soup be). There is plenty of meat in the soup. I love my kimchi more fermented and this place has that! Ordered the pork bone soup 9/10, kimchi soup 8.5/10, and galbi bibimbap 8/10. All delicious but what made it better was the great service!

Christopher S.

FLUSHING, NY 11354 / KOREAN SPECIALTY CUISINE (PORK) / 07-14-24 / DINNER +$15.99 Pork Blood Sausage Soup and complimentary banchan side dishes that will fill you up. +Quick service, typical Korean restaurant. -Something was laced with MSG.

Kalbi tang
Kris L.

Cozy no frills Korean restaurant serving hot Korean soups to warm the soul. Prices are reasonable and they offer special prices for some soups during breakfast for only $9.99. My favorite is the kimchee kong nameul soup. My husband favors the hearty kalbi tang. Their specialty is soon dae and many come for that. Not too much ban chan is the only downside.

Kristi Y.

Something about a rainy day always makes me want to venture out for some good cozy soup dishes. This place is one of them. Not too crowded on a Friday night, located near IHOP and jongro, this place is not flashy. Was promptly seated and given menus. Ordered the galbi tang and the bf ordered the sundae guk. Every table has a variety of condiments for soup (ie pepper, salt, chilli paste, shrimp paste, etc) so you can customize your soup to your liking. The galbi is huge, literally a huge bone that can entice any meat lover~. They also give a variety of small side dishes as well as a choice of white or purple rice. Service was ok, at the end of the menu it's a bit hard to get the waitress but it was only one active waitress when we went. Overall food and vibes were very homey and cozy. Would definitely recommend.

Blood sausage soup with extra meat
Emily C.

I've passed this restaurant so many times and I've never gone but I hope my review boosts up this place cause it's actually a great spot for Korean food! There's a few parking spaces directly in front and inside is actually pretty big, with plenty of tables. We were seated immediately since it was already 10pm but we came with a large group of 10 people. We ordered several items to share and prices were very reasonable. - Seafood pancake: decent size and good amount of seafood! Slightly thick but still crispy. - LA Galbi: one of the best meats. Super tender and flavorful, perfect with their freshly steamed rice (something about Korean rice in the metal tin just hits different). - Army stew: a classic stew with tons of toppings and the best part is adding the ramen (so much so that we ordered another ramen to add in). It's cooked on the table so you get to eat it as it's heated up. - Pork bone stew: spicy pork bones with potatoes, also cooked at the table. It's technically already cooked but it continues to cook at the table and it's super flavorful. The stew gets very thick so I'd definitely recommend to ask for more of the stew. There's actually a lot of pork bones and decent amount of meat on them too. - Blood sausage soup with extra meat: we ordered the one with extra meat so that it came with soondae on the side as well as some other organ meats. It usually comes unseasoned cause they have the condiments on the side for you to add to taste. The blood sausage was slightly on the gamey side so I didn't like it as much but others liked it. - Spicy pork bulgogi: spicy pork over rice in a hot stone pot. A classic with thinly sliced pork, not too spicy. Overall, a great spot for authentic Korean food. The staff was nice and it's very spacious inside which was great for a large party. I'd definitely come back for their other stews!

Always a good Korean comfort food place. Quick service. We can enjoy for a good amount of time. Plus, it's 24/7.
Faye W.

It's a good Korean comfort food place where you can enjoy for a good amount of time. Plus, it's 24/7. And a spot for parking.

Soondae soup with extra meat
Carmen Z.

Just tried this restaurant but definitely going back when I'm craving for soupy rice dishes! They close at 12am too for those who need late night food after drinks! Pretty far out but if you're in the area the food is really good and warming. I got the soondae with extra meat soup bowl which actually comes with way more than expected since my set was only $14. The soup itself is rich but bland, this is when you add the salt, fermented shrimp, etc that are on the side at every table. It was amazing, hit the spot for me since I've been craving it all winter. Soondae was also interesting, first time seeing carrots and spinach in them. We ordered the mix rice and it's my first time seeing them actually serve the remaining stuck rice soaked in water. It's literally just that so not so sure how ppl eat them, but we were already suuuuuper full. Didn't get to eat much of that sadly. Place is actually pretty big, open and clean. The only reason why this place is a 4 star and not 5 is bc of the service. We weren't greeted right away as the waitress walked past us. After 2 min of her walking around past us getting stuff for others, she asked how many ppl are we. She didn't say anything, just grabbed the menus and placed them on the table. Didn't tell us to follow her, or told us to sit at this table, and no eye contact so it was quite confusing. My friend asked for the alcohol menu and the server was confused what she meant. I just asked for the makgeolli and she knew what we wanted. (It's nice they server makgeolli with the traditional cups! They maintain the temp of the drink longer) I guess you can point at the clear glass fridge with the drinks if you're having difficulty. BUT! With the food being good, I don't mind service being a little on the less-catering side. I'm Chinese so usually that's how you know food is good lol. Not entirely offended by the attitude, just slightly off-putting and the food made up for it. PRO TIP IF YOU'VE MADE IT THIS FAR. For those who like to roam around supermarkets, this restaurant is actually located right across the bigger Hmart! So you can visit Hmart right after your meal! They also sell the makgeolli cup there. I bought one right after my meal!

순대국 (soondaeguk) on the bottom and 보쌈 (bossam) on top
Craig P.

The food here is great, my friend and I ordered the 보쌈 (bossam) and 순대국 (soondae guk), both very delicious. The service here was also amazing, super friendly staff and great atmosphere, very cozy restaurant. Definitely recommend.

Soondae (blood sausage) stew
Joe P.

I was not very excited when my parents said they wanted to go to this place. Soondae is Korean blood sausage, which is what it sounds like. A sausage made from pigs intestines, blood, rice and noodles. The good news is that they have a lot of dishes that do not have Soondae. Whew! The banchan (side dishes) were not plentiful but the 3 different types of kimchi were nice. I ordered the belt fish stew and my wife ordered the Soondae soup. I cannot tell you how her dish was because as I said, not a fan of Soondae. The soup is similar to kalbi tang, which means you need to add a bunch of the condiments they give you (salt, shrimp chili paste, etc). The beltway stew was very tasty BUT I think I know why some people have said the stews were not that tasty. The owner came by and told us that you need to let the stew cook and reduce, which heightens the flavor. If you do not wait, then it will taste watery. Maybe that is the issue others have had because our stew was so flavorful! As others said, the prices are less than other Korean places. The stew is probably 20-25% cheaper than at others. For the prices, this is one of the really good places for stew. For non-KoreNs, I would recommend kidnapping one of your Korean friends to help you manage the menu. I am available for a few.

족발 뼈다귀해장국 선지해장국
Yan H.

Ordered some 족발,뼈다귀해장국 and선지해장국 for delivery via Ubereats. Food was prepared and delivered rather quick also very well packed too. Everything was delicious (great 김치 and 깍뚜기) and for that price the portion was more than fair.

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Service is the worst I have ever experienced. It took 40 mins to get our food and the place was half empty. Never coming back.

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Good food, but overpriced for the quantity of food. When I leave, its not with a full stomach, although it is warm from the "soup".

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4.4(47 reviews)
0.6 mi•Murray Hill, Flushing

Cuisine: 5 Service: 5…read moreDecor: 7 Value: 7 Overall: 6 The short answer? The food is alright. The service is average too. I came here a few times because they have a precious parking lot. However, I wish they could improve upon their food a tad. The namesake tofu stews all lack depth of flavor and the quality of tofu feels underwhelming. Their accompanying steamed white rice also tastes too firm and not glutinous enough. Together, this restaurant does not make a better soondubu than most of the Korean restaurants around, even though they should specialize in it. Also, they don't offer much in terms of banchans, which seems like a common trend in many Korean restaurants. On the other hand, I would say that their Grilled Mackerel and Grilled LA Galbi is decent. Not good enough that I would go here for those dishes because I have many options for those items. I come for the soondubu and sadly I have given it enough opportunities to impress.

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3.9(228 reviews)
1.1 mi•Downtown Flushing, Flushing
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Honestly, sometimes you just want Korean food without having to trek all the way to Flushing or…read moreMain Street. This is kind of my go-to when I'm craving some good, traditional Korean food, whether it's bibimbap, galbi, tofu soup, bossam, or whatever else catches my eye. My husband especially loves their cold beef soba soup, which is honestly perfect to have after Korean BBQ! Food: 5/5 If you're looking for Korean comfort food with really good banchan, this is the place to be. I always love their kimchi, and they usually have mung bean sprouts, pickled radish, and other little side dishes to go with your meal. You know I love a good banchan spread, and they do a great job of giving you plenty of little things to enjoy alongside your food. Out of everything I've had here, my favorites are still the bossam and the cold beef soba soup. They're just such a good combination, and they really hit the spot when I'm craving authentic Korean food. But don't let that stop you from trying other things on the menu! Their mandu are also worth getting, especially if you're newer to Korean food and want to try something delicious without getting too adventurous right away. Vibes: 5/5 I'm not gonna lie, this isn't the trendiest restaurant or the newest spot on the scene. But it has that old-fashioned Korean diner vibe that's honestly hard to hate. It just makes me feel so comfortable being here. You can chillax, take your time, and enjoy your food without feeling like you need to rush off somewhere else. I love the little placemats they use as menus, and the aunties are always super nice. Honestly, it's just a cozy little experience that makes me happy. You order your food, it comes out, and then you get to sit back and enjoy. Sometimes, that's really all I want from a restaurant! All in all, I'd definitely come back! It's also pretty easy to get to, especially if you take the Q44 Select Bus Service, which connects places like Flushing-Main Street and the Bronx Zoo. Having a solid Korean spot that's convenient to get to is always a plus.

If you are looking for authentic Korean food, this place is an absolute must-visit…read more We ordered the sliced bossam pork, and it was incredibly tender. We specifically requested less fatty pieces, and the kitchen accommodated our request perfectly. Pairing the pork with their delicious side dishes made for the perfect bite. We also tried the seafood pancake, which was wonderfully crunchy and packed with flavor. Great food and excellent service--we will definitely be back!

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This place is delicious. My friends and I went there early this year and then my partner and I took…read moreour family there for Mother's Day dinner. They all enjoyed it. The meat was fresh and tender. The service was great. The girl who was serving us, also cooked our meat. She was attentive to her customers at other tables. This Korean BBQ is authentic and I would love to come back again next time.

I haven't hung out in Flushing in years so I asked my friend for a recommendation when I needed a…read moreplace to eat before the Noah Kahan concert at Citi Field. We were a group of 6 and came to Daori for some Korean BBQ. They're located on a residential street but next to several other stores and restaurant. We were surprised to see that they had TV's which was great since the World Cup final was playing. We are told the Iberico pork was the star here. We ordered several other dishes as well. The pork was indeed very good. My only comment was that the waitress seemed very stressed and frazzled. She was stressing about cooking the food and some of it was getting overcooked but also our banchan didn't get refilled because of it. Their English is also not great so there were times when we had a tough time communicating. I would say overall the food was good and we had a good time. It was also very reasonably priced. After tips, it was only $64 per person. We'll definitely come again.

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