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When I first visited this place, I remember the food being pretty decent. But on my second visit, it honestly felt like a completely different restaurant. First, the jjamppong was always a bit on the salty side, but at least the broth used to have a deeper, richer flavor that made it stand out from other places. This time, it was just salty, with none of that depth or flavor that made me want to keep eating. The jajangmyeon, on the other hand, has always been pretty bland. Even from my first visit, I couldn't really figure out what flavor they were going for. It just doesn't have much taste. But the biggest disappointment was the Sichuan-style sweet and sour pork. This dish had changed so much that I honestly don't even know where to start. The frying technique, the texture and quality of the meat, the flavor of the sauce--everything was completely different from my first visit. And unfortunately, none of it was good. It simply didn't taste good at all. Lastly, I couldn't really tell whether the server was actually there to provide service or just function as a robot. If the only job is to bring food to the table after we order, without ever checking on us or asking if we need anything, then what's the point? The restaurant wasn't even busy. At that point, I honestly think a robot would do a better job. Overall, it's disappointing because I remember this place being much better. The food quality has gone downhill significantly, and the service didn't make the experience any better.
We came on a Sunday for lunch ~12:30 PM. Only one other party dining here at the time. We were seated pretty immediately and ordered on a tablet. Got the combo jjamppong, jjajjangmyeon, and tangsuyuk for 40 Jjamppong was decent, a lot of seafood and the flavor was good. Jjajangmyeon tasted just salty? But i do like that it had potatoes in it as well! There were also meat chunks but those were dry. Now, the tangsuyuk. Tangsuyuk is the main thing i get every time i go to these places. The batter used on this one was light, crispy at first but got soggy really fast. The SAUCE. Ugh the sauce. It was soooo thick and SLIMEY!! i haaaaated the slimey texture. My partner liked that it wasnt too sweet but i thought it was lacking that bright burst of flavor. The radish was also a packages slice radish that was on the sweeter side. Service is so hard to get. It is just one lady, and she did come by once while we were eating but it was so difficult waving her down to check out and get to go boxes. There is a button on the tablet to request the bill but either it doesnt work or she was too busy. Overall, the food was mid and the service i think could be great but she was just swamped :( Parking plentiful as they share the lot with ohgane. No background music so it could feel very quiet inside when there's no one else as well
I ordered Noodles in Black Bean Sauce + Spicy Seafood Noodle Soup (Half & Half) Regular, and Sweet & Sour Pork (Small) I got sat down quickly. Ordering was also very simple and came out timely. Utensils and water came right away. Very casual dining experience. Also tables are clean. Black Been Sauce/ Jjajang 4/5 I thought the noodles were nicely cooked with a slight chew to it. Texture was nice. The sauce was good but I had wish there was a little but more protein on it than a few pieces of pork. Spicy Seafood Noodle Soup/ Jjampong 4.5/5 Noodle's texture was also perfect. The soup was absolutely delicious. I don't have a high tolerance but I enjoyed the kick it had to it and the lingering of the spices didn't last long. A good trick is to eat the pickled daikon on the side that came with it. Soup was delicious and flavorful. It was also packed with a bunch of protein and many other veggies, so it made up for the lack of protein on the black bean sauce. Highly recommended dish. Sweet & Sour Pork 3/5 I wish it was a little bit crispier since it was fried pork in cornstarch. The sauce is good but I thought it was a little bit too sweet and not enough tang. My Korean brother in law taught me to enhance it by making a separate side sauce of soy sauce, little vinegar and some chili powder as a second dip combined after dipping it in the sweet sour sauce. It gave it more contrast and tasted much better. Ambience 4/5 Nice and casual dining area. Table was clean. Staff 4/5 Very friendly and made sure I had utensils all available, including water.
The Ultimate Combo Bowl (Jjamjja-myeon / 짬짜면) Jjamppong (Spicy Noodle Soup): mild but rich seafood and pork broth packed with veggies Jajangmyeon (Black Bean Sauce Noodles): comforting, savory, and slightly sweet black bean sauce over perfectly chewy noodles Tangsuyuk (Sweet & Sour Pork) Crispy, deep-fried pork strips coated in a vibrant, glossy sweet and sour sauce.
This place absolutely slaps. The spice is no joke so be caution, i can handle my heat well, and i liked a level 2. The soup tastes great and I honestly can't find any comparison for this place. it's a must-try in the area. you order on a tablet, and the ambiance during lunch is really just a bunch of working professionals. pretty good time! will be returning :).
Yummy jjajangmyeon and jjamppong! I know the restaurant comes straight from Korea and could see why it's praised. I love that you're able to order half/half since both dishes compliment each other so well. I know they're known for their spice; I didn't order the option this time but will definitely try for next time. For the appetizers we ordered the szechuan pork vs the usual Tangsuyuk. While the sauce was tasty, it wasn't spicy and leaned towards a sweeter taste. Hopefully they serve the white onion next time along with the pickled radish. The service is quick and you order with the ipad on the table with the restaurant kept in clean conditions. Ambiance is a bit bare I think due to the new opening.
Would be a 3.5 stars. Services is lacking but the food is good. Stumbled into this new noodle spots Dishes are simple with seafood noodles, black bean noodles, fried pork, and dumplings, you can select the level of spiciness and we chose the miles level. Soup is creamy and tasty with loaded seafood. Texture of the noodles are al dente. The sweet and spicy pork is ok, the meat is tender but the sauce was too saucy. Maybe next time will escalate the heat.
Really delicious jjamppong spot that just opened up in Oakland. I came as a party of 3 on a Saturday for dinner, and we waited approximately 25 minutes to be seated. I ordered the jajangmyeon and a tangsuyuk to split, my boyfriend and friend ordered the half and half jajangmyeon and jjamppong. The jajangmyeon was saucy and came loaded with pork and veggies! The noodles are so bouncy and chewy, they absorb the sauce perfectly. The tangsuyuk was also yummy and crisp- it came with pineapples too! I liked everything about our dinner. They advertise this on the tablets inside but not outside- you can also park in the Ohgane parking lot next door! We found street parking relatively easy, but this might be better for future patrons and their peace of mind.
Food is good! On Broadway so deal with it however way. Thin sliced raddish is . Ordered the Spicy seafood noodle @ 80% spicy...ding, ding! Broth is awesome. You can easily eat a bowl of rice with it. Sweet & spicy shrimp is delicious!
Went with a large party & we all had a great time! Food is flavorful & the servings are large. The jjamppong was so addicting & my favorite out of the three dishes. The rice cakes weren't too spicy, so I wouldn't be too concerned if you have a low spice tolerance. Service was super friendly & attentive! Would love to come back.
The Jjam-Jja-Myeon and Kongguksu at Jjamppong Jizon were absolutely delicious! The sweet and crispy glutinous rice tangsuyuk was amazing as well. Everything tasted so authentic that, for a moment, I felt like I was back in Korea. Highly recommended!
19 days ago
The food was really delicious and the portions were great. Everything tasted fresh, and the service was friendly and quick. I would definitely come back again! read more
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Dong L.
Dongwoo, so glad the Zizon jjamppong at the spicy level hit the spot…
19 days ago
Great spot in Oakland when you're craving something spicy and comforting! The broth is rich, flavorful, and packed with seafood. Perfect for a hearty meal or hangover cure. read more
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Jennifer, spicy, comforting, and packed with seafood — you described…
6 days ago
When I first visited this place, I remember the food being pretty decent. But on my second visit, it honestly felt like a completely different restaurant. First, the jjamppong was always a bit on the salty side, but at least the broth used to have a deeper, richer flavor that made it stand out from other places. This time, it was just salty, with none of that depth or flavor that made me want to keep eating. The jajangmyeon, on the other hand, has always been pretty bland. Even from my first visit, I couldn't really figure out what flavor they were going for. It just doesn't have much taste. But the biggest disappointment was the Sichuan-style sweet and sour pork. This dish had changed so much that I honestly don't even know where to start. The frying technique, the texture and quality of the meat, the flavor of the sauce--everything was completely different from my first visit. And unfortunately, none of it was good. It simply didn't taste good at all. Lastly, I couldn't really tell whether the server was actually there to provide service or just function as a robot. If the only job is to bring food to the table after we order, without ever checking on us or asking if we need anything, then what's the point? The restaurant wasn't even busy. At that point, I honestly think a robot would do a better job. Overall, it's disappointing because I remember this place being much better. The food quality has gone downhill significantly, and the service didn't make the experience any better. read more
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Dong L.
John, thank you for coming back and for such detailed feedback, and…
We came on a Sunday for lunch ~12:30 PM. Only one other party dining here at the time. We were seated pretty immediately and ordered on a tablet. Got the combo jjamppong, jjajjangmyeon, and tangsuyuk for 40 Jjamppong was decent, a lot of seafood and the flavor was good. Jjajangmyeon tasted just salty? But i do like that it had potatoes in it as well! There were also meat chunks but those were dry. Now, the tangsuyuk. Tangsuyuk is the main thing i get every time i go to these places. The batter used on this one was light, crispy at first but got soggy really fast. The SAUCE. Ugh the sauce. It was soooo thick and SLIMEY!! i haaaaated the slimey texture. My partner liked that it wasnt too sweet but i thought it was lacking that bright burst of flavor. The radish was also a packages slice radish that was on the sweeter side. Service is so hard to get. It is just one lady, and she did come by once while we were eating but it was so difficult waving her down to check out and get to go boxes. There is a button on the tablet to request the bill but either it doesnt work or she was too busy. Overall, the food was mid and the service i think could be great but she was just swamped :( Parking plentiful as they share the lot with ohgane. No background music so it could feel very quiet inside when there's no one else as well read more
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Dong L.
Angela, thank you for the detailed notes, and we're sorry the…
I ordered Noodles in Black Bean Sauce + Spicy Seafood Noodle Soup (Half & Half) Regular, and Sweet & Sour Pork (Small) I got sat down quickly. Ordering was also very simple and came out timely. Utensils and water came right away. Very casual dining experience. Also tables are clean. Black Been Sauce/ Jjajang 4/5 I thought the noodles were nicely cooked with a slight chew to it. Texture was nice. The sauce was good but I had wish there was a little but more protein on it than a few pieces of pork. Spicy Seafood Noodle Soup/ Jjampong 4.5/5 Noodle's texture was also perfect. The soup was absolutely delicious. I don't have a high tolerance but I enjoyed the kick it had to it and the lingering of the spices didn't last long. A good trick is to eat the pickled daikon on the side that came with it. Soup was delicious and flavorful. It was also packed with a bunch of protein and many other veggies, so it made up for the lack of protein on the black bean sauce. Highly recommended dish. Sweet & Sour Pork 3/5 I wish it was a little bit crispier since it was fried pork in cornstarch. The sauce is good but I thought it was a little bit too sweet and not enough tang. My Korean brother in law taught me to enhance it by making a separate side sauce of soy sauce, little vinegar and some chili powder as a second dip combined after dipping it in the sweet sour sauce. It gave it more contrast and tasted much better. Ambience 4/5 Nice and casual dining area. Table was clean. Staff 4/5 Very friendly and made sure I had utensils all available, including water. read more
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Tom, what a thorough breakdown — thank you for scoring every dish.…
3 months ago
The Ultimate Combo Bowl (Jjamjja-myeon / 짬짜면) Jjamppong (Spicy Noodle Soup): mild but rich seafood and pork broth packed with veggies Jajangmyeon (Black Bean Sauce Noodles): comforting, savory, and slightly sweet black bean sauce over perfectly chewy noodles Tangsuyuk (Sweet & Sour Pork) Crispy, deep-fried pork strips coated in a vibrant, glossy sweet and sour sauce. read more
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Dong L.
Anny, thank you for the lovely write-up of the jjamjjamyeon and…
This place absolutely slaps. The spice is no joke so be caution, i can handle my heat well, and i liked a level 2. The soup tastes great and I honestly can't find any comparison for this place. it's a must-try in the area. you order on a tablet, and the ambiance during lunch is really just a bunch of working professionals. pretty good time! will be returning :). read more
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Dong L.
Henry, "absolutely slaps" made our day — thank you! Level 2 is a…
Yummy jjajangmyeon and jjamppong! I know the restaurant comes straight from Korea and could see why it's praised. I love that you're able to order half/half since both dishes compliment each other so well. I know they're known for their spice; I didn't order the option this time but will definitely try for next time. For the appetizers we ordered the szechuan pork vs the usual Tangsuyuk. While the sauce was tasty, it wasn't spicy and leaned towards a sweeter taste. Hopefully they serve the white onion next time along with the pickled radish. The service is quick and you order with the ipad on the table with the restaurant kept in clean conditions. Ambiance is a bit bare I think due to the new opening. read more
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Dong L.
Yvonne, the half-and-half really is the best of both worlds — thank…
4 months ago
Would be a 3.5 stars. Services is lacking but the food is good. Stumbled into this new noodle spots Dishes are simple with seafood noodles, black bean noodles, fried pork, and dumplings, you can select the level of spiciness and we chose the miles level. Soup is creamy and tasty with loaded seafood. Texture of the noodles are al dente. The sweet and spicy pork is ok, the meat is tender but the sauce was too saucy. Maybe next time will escalate the heat. read more
2 days ago
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Dong L.
Zolzaya, your excitement about the broth made our whole team smile!…
Really delicious jjamppong spot that just opened up in Oakland. I came as a party of 3 on a Saturday for dinner, and we waited approximately 25 minutes to be seated. I ordered the jajangmyeon and a tangsuyuk to split, my boyfriend and friend ordered the half and half jajangmyeon and jjamppong. The jajangmyeon was saucy and came loaded with pork and veggies! The noodles are so bouncy and chewy, they absorb the sauce perfectly. The tangsuyuk was also yummy and crisp- it came with pineapples too! I liked everything about our dinner. They advertise this on the tablets inside but not outside- you can also park in the Ohgane parking lot next door! We found street parking relatively easy, but this might be better for future patrons and their peace of mind. read more
8 days ago
Food is good! On Broadway so deal with it however way. Thin sliced raddish is . Ordered the Spicy seafood noodle @ 80% spicy...ding, ding! Broth is awesome. You can easily eat a bowl of rice with it. Sweet & spicy shrimp is delicious! read more
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Dong L.
Dan, the spicy seafood noodle at 80% heat with a bowl of rice on the…
2 days ago
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Dong L.
Sandra, I'm sorry your meal didn't live up to what you hoped for. Our…
1 month ago
Went with a large party & we all had a great time! Food is flavorful & the servings are large. The jjamppong was so addicting & my favorite out of the three dishes. The rice cakes weren't too spicy, so I wouldn't be too concerned if you have a low spice tolerance. Service was super friendly & attentive! Would love to come back. read more
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Michelle, hosting your whole group was a pleasure — thank you for the…
9 days ago
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Brenda, thank you! Our pan-fried dumplings are made fresh, so we're…
2 days ago
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Dong L.
감사합니다! 지존 짬뽕 3단계가 딱 맞으셨다니 다행입니다. 찹쌀 탕수육도 함께 즐겨 주셔서 감사드리며, 또 들러 주세요. —…
18 days ago
The Jjam-Jja-Myeon and Kongguksu at Jjamppong Jizon were absolutely delicious! The sweet and crispy glutinous rice tangsuyuk was amazing as well. Everything tasted so authentic that, for a moment, I felt like I was back in Korea. Highly recommended! read more
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Seungho, feeling like you were back in Korea is the best compliment…
3 days ago
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Alessia, thank you for bringing the kids! We're happy everyone…
3 months ago
Really enjoyed the jajangmyeon and jjampong here! Pork is cut up into big pieces which is nice - the dumplings were also surprisingly really good. I love how the radish was superrrr thin. Interior is small and it seemed like there was not enough staff to clean up existing tables, however wait times were quick. Would definitely come back if I'm in the mood for korean chinese food! read more
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Christine, so glad the jajangmyeon, jjamppong, and those surprise-hit…
4 days ago
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Thank you! We're so glad you enjoyed the jjajangmyeon, and sorry it…
3 months ago
Came in on a Monday right when they opened, there was no wait, definitely started filling up after a while. We shared these dishes among 4 people and had leftovers, probably because we had pastries prior. 1. Noodles in Black bean sauce and spicy seafood noodle soup( half and half) - even for the regular the spicy seafood soup had a kick, not sure what the extremely spicy would taste like. Perfect if you want both noodles, wished we had more noodles, the texture was chewy, loved it 2. Crab meat fried rice - came with a side of black bean sauce, you could add it, but it was flavorful without 3. Pan Fried Dumplings - these were delicious, crunchy, perfect with soy sauce and vinegar mix on the side of the table 4. Fried pork (tangsuyuk) - I surprisingly loved this, did not think I would because I've tried it at Paik, and it was chewy and hard. But here, the sauce is on the side and the fried pork was nice and crunchy read more
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Crystal, sharing the half-and-half, crab meat fried rice, pan-fried…
4 months ago
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Michelle, thank you for the warm welcome and for being so excited to…
This place is so bomb! It's a chain from Korea. You can definitely taste it. The pork has a good spice which I haven't seen at other places. A tip: you can order rice in the side with the soup. Also I would recommend parking in the Kaiser garage, as I saw some cars get there window smashed. 2 hours free and worth the extra walk! read more
6 days ago
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Zoe, thank you for the shout-out on the jjamppong and for spreading…
12 days ago
All food came within a timely manner. A lot of dishes were surprisingly sweet but it works! I would recommend the soy garlic chicken and tteokbokki. When we ordered the jjajangmyeon 50% spicy, we didn't expect it to actually have a kick since other korean places we've been to haven't had actual spicy food, but it was a good surprise (I'm Lao and have a high spice tolerance). Overall would come again. :) read more
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Nnadia, love that the 50% spicy jjajangmyeon actually brought the…
1 month ago
We went here on a Sunday evening since it's newly opened. I'm usually more of a jjajangmyeon person, but since jjamppong is their specialty, I gave it a try. Both my husband and I felt the broth was slightly on the salty side, but considering jjamppong is naturally bold and spicy, it wasn't bad. The noodles were nice and chewy, and they were generous with the seafood and meat toppings. Good portion and fair price for the soup. The spicy sweet & sour pork (Sichuan tangsuyuk), however, was really disappointing. There were four of us, so we ordered a medium. It was nearly $25, but the portion was ridiculously small--everyone at the table commented on how little there was. The taste was pretty average, too. If their regular tangsuyuk comes in the same size for that price, I definitely wouldn't order it again. The service was the worst part. Our waitress never once checked on our table. She just sat somewhere on her phone the entire time. No water refills, no extra pickled radish, not even a quick glance to see if we needed anything. Honestly, I didn't even want to leave a tip, but did anyway just to be polite. The staff definitely needs better training. If you live close by, the jjamppong is worth trying but this definitely isn't a place I'd go out of my way to drive to. read more
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J., thank you for a careful, fair review — and we're sorry about the…
One of the best jjamppong I've had in the Bay Area! The broth was incredibly flavorful and rich, and the seafood was fresh and great quality. Everything tasted so well balanced and satisfying. Definitely my new go-to spot when I'm craving jjamppong. Highly recommend! I am going to try level 2 next time. read more
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Clare, "one of the best jjamppong in the Bay Area" is the highest…
8 days ago
I ordered the combo and it was so delicious! Jjajang, jjampong and sweet and sour pork are all good! read more
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John, thank you! Glad the combo let you enjoy jjajang, jjamppong, and…
12 days ago
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Carolynn, thank you for being one of our early regulars — and we're…
2 days ago
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Thank you, Park! Hearing that our jjamppong and mandoo taste just…
2 months ago
Had the extremely spicy jjamppong and tang siu yuk. Loved both dishes! Broth is robust and flavorful and spicy. Pork is meaty and tender with only a thin layer of batter. Will definitely be back! read more
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Lilian, level 4 extremely spicy is not for the faint of heart —…
20 days ago
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Drew, thank you for coming back and updating your review. We're sorry…
4 days ago
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Gwynneth, thank you! We're glad you loved the food, and the sodas…
9 days ago
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Brian, thanks for the parking tip — yes, guests are welcome in the…
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