For lovers of Jajangmyeon (Korean black noodles) in the South Bay, this one is personal. There were only two spots in San Jose and Cupertino that served it -- and when they both closed down, the only options left were cooking it at home or grabbing frozen pre-made from the Korean market. That was a sad day. Then Paik's Noodle came along and resurrected the dream. The moment I found out Korean black noodles were back on the menu at a real restaurant, I became a loyal regular and haven't looked back. They started with their El Camino location and have since expanded to multiple spots. I recently visited the Blossom Hill location for the first time and it was every bit as good as the original -- consistency across locations is not easy to pull off, and they nail it. My order never changes: black noodles, always. And if you're feeling indulgent, the crispy shrimp is incredible -- especially if you're a walnut shrimp fan. An absolute must-add. Thank you, Paik's, for bringing black noodles back to the Bay Area. read more

Wanted to try the Korean version of the Chinese Zha Jiang Mian. Love the Chinese version, can't say the same for the Korean version. First time having it and it was good but wasn't what I was expecting. The chicken wings were good! The place as packed on a Saturday night. Must be decent for it to be so packed but not for me. Maybe I'll have to find another Korean place to give it a good comparison. read more

Came here on a Sunday late lunch, ~1pm and it was a full house. We didn't have to wait long before we got seated. You order directly from the tablet, which makes it quick and easy. We ordered the jajangmyeon (black bean noodle) with meat, the spicy version of it, sweet and sour pork, and a sample of their jjamppong (similar to a cioppino since it's filled with a lot of seafood and has a red broth). For two people, this was way too much food, but we were able to have leftovers for dinner. The spicy version of the jajangmyeon is similar to the regular one except they added chili oil and jalapenos on top. I think I prefer the regular one better because there was quiet a lot of chili oil, which wasn't too spicy but the jalapenos was. It just felt greasier. Everything came out quick. Service was good, as they were attentive that if we were sharing, they quickly brought out plates and bowls depending on what we got. When we left, there was a longer wait! Crazy for a Sunday afternoon. Parking is easy as there are tons in the lot by the restaurant. read more

Paik’s Noodle - Meat Jajangmyeon Sweet and Sour Pork - Korean Near Me - San Jose, California

This Korean- Chinese cuisine spot, we're really impressed! The noodles were absolutely delicious, and the rice was cooked to perfection. The service was friendly, and the food came out in a reasonable amount of time. I really liked the vibe of the place, and my kid loved it too--especially when the staff gave him some gummies, which was such a sweet touch. We actually came here last night for takeout and liked it so much that we came back again for lunch today--definitely a good sign! We'll for sure be coming back. Glad that it's closed to home. read more

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We came around lunchtime on a weekend - it wasn't very crowded, so we were seated immediately. You'll order on a little tablet. Our table ordered the jajangmyeon, stir fry noodles (with no seafood), fried dumplings, and garlic soy chicken wings. The jajangmyeon was delicious! The noodle texture is springy and clung to the black bean sauce well. The sauce itself was flavorful, and we found ourselves fighting for the last spoonfuls of it. The stir fry noodles were a miss with us - we're not huge fans of the vinegar-y sauce, but the noodle texture was similarly great. Both the fried dumplings and the garlic soy wings were okay; not noteworthy, but the crispiness of them add a nice variety to the otherwise only-noodles meal. read more

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I hadn't been back in a long time, and the food was actually pretty good. The only downside was that there was no air conditioning that day, so it was a bit hot inside. read more

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I came here during lunch time with my family and had a good time. It wasn't packed so we were seated immediately Food (4/5): The noodles were nice and chewy and everything tasted fresh! Parking (5/5): The parking lot was huge so we were able to find parking easily Service (5/5): The service was fast and nice. read more

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So I tried the Mr Paik Noodle on Blossom Hill and it was meh. The space is definitely bigger, brighter, and feels newer compared to the Santa Clara location, which I usually go to. It looks great inside and feels more modern overall. That said, the food just did not hit the same. If you have been to the Santa Clara spot, just know it is vastly superior and it is not even close. The noodles here were not as chewy or thick. The jajangmyeon used a different noodle and the sauce was very watery. It was so thin that it left a pool in the bowl, which is not what jajangmyeon is supposed to do. It should be rich and cling to the noodles, not run off them. The jjamppong tasted overly fishy and honestly made me question the freshness of the seafood. It just did not have that clean, balanced spice and depth I am used to. The biggest letdown was the sweet and sour pork. It was not crunchy. It was soft with a slight crisp on the outside but nowhere near the satisfying crunch you expect. If you are charging $18, the texture needs to be on point. They also charge extra for the spicy sauce option and in my opinion it is not worth it. You are better off just adding the chili powder they provide at the table. On the positive side, the wait staff were very friendly and attentive. I also really liked the digital ordering system at the table and the ability to call your server directly from the screen. That part was smooth and convenient. Overall, nice space and great service, but if you are going strictly for food quality, I would still choose the Santa Clara location every time. read more

Paik’s Noodle - Pool of sauce (not thick enough) - Korean Near Me - San Jose, California

Pricey!! Service is quick and fast and the parking lot is easy to find a spot which is a plus! I was a bit surprised at the prices, cause they're definitely higher than the one located in Santa Clara. The portion is quite generous though, and I'd come here if I was too lazy to go out and deal with the parking at the Santa Clara location and really craving jjajangmyun. read more

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My wife is a regular here. She also orders this from DoorDash and raves about it. This past Friday was my first time eating here. We both shared jajangmyeon. In case you're wondering what it is, it's a thick noodle dish with a dark flavored sauce made of black beans. There's onions and you can add pork which I think is a must. Food (4 stars) + Noodles have good texture and excellent contrast to their flavorful black bean sauce + It's extra, but you have to add the pork not just for the protein but contrasting textures - I ordered extra noodles, but since they put it inside I didn't notice how much extra noodles were there (if any) Ambiance/Service (4 stars) + You order using their tablet, but there is a waiter so service does exist + Nothing special on the ambiance, but when you get your food within a few minutes I'm a happy camper So for me the downside is just the order of extra noodles. I wish they would give it as a side so we know we actually got it. Yeah we asked them and they said it's already in there, but it's like the same amount that we normally got when we DoorDash. read more

Paik’s Noodle - Jajangmyeon with meat and extra noodles - Korean Near Me - San Jose, California

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Solid spot for Korean food somewhere in South San Jose! The Jajangmyeon was flavorful and had a good mix of pork and veggies in the black bean sauce. Fried chicken (garlic soy) and fries came out hot and crispy; the chicken had a nice crunch while still juicy and the fries at the bottom absorbed the flavor from the sauce! I enjoyed how the sauce was on the side of the Sweet and sour pork so that the food could remain crispy as long as possible. Service was very friendly and quick. Note, you can use the tablet to call server to request for more napkins, water, to-go box, check, etc. which is a cool concept for those who don't like waving down for help! Overall, this was a nice restaurant and something to come back to. read more

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In the Nood One of almost forty (38) restaurants that are US offshoots of famed Korean celebrity chef** Jong-Won Paik restaurants. They are currently in fourteen states, with the preponderance of the locations (16) being here in Cali, with five of which being here in The Bay. Paik's serves up a Korean-Chinese fusion (aka Sino-Korean) that is popular in the northern parts of both countries but almost unheard of globally. This cuisine is considered to be peasant food, as the shops that serve it typically cater to lower-income demographics. The Good: *Easy parking in a large shared lot *Service was very friendly and attentive without being too attentive, if you know what I'm saying. *We loved the tablet ordering system. It worked well and you can order one at a time or ask at once. We did have one minor quibble with it (see below). *Interior design and layout was more appealing to us than the Santa Clara location, which comes off as cramped in comparison. *Beer & Soju available *Complimentary Danmuji (Korean Yellow Pickled Radish) is my delicious and they'll keep it coming if you ask. *Probably the most popular dish of this type of cuisine is their Jajangmyeon, which are noodles in an earthy black bean sauce, and it really is a must here at Paik's. The noodles are amazingly silky, soft and chewy. They went down easily in the sweet but earthy black bean sauce. We were surprised to see a Jajangmyeon featuring "meat" (spoiler alert: it's pork), but it was a pleasant and tasty surprise. *Another popular dish is the Sweet & Sour Pork (aka Tangsuyuk) with its crispy rice flour coating and concomitant sweet and sour sauce that comes on the side standard, as to not sog out the pork. And yes it's supposed to be that gloopy, but just go with it because it's delicious and the perfect accompaniment to the crisp, peppery pork. *The crispy steamed buns were another delicious first for us, and they reminded us of a doughier Beignet. They do come out warm, so one might want to wait to order them until they're ready to be consumed. *Veggie Fried Rice was delicious, if that's what you want. Not going to blow your mind, but it's a solid rendition of this ubiquitous Chinese dish. The Meh: *No outdoor dining *18% gratuity on parties of 6+ The Ugly: *I'm not sure why you can order but not pay thru the tablet. While the ordering prices was smooth, for some reason when we asked for the check in the tablet it didn't seem to work. We had to physically flag down the waitress. Conclusion: Paik's offers up a unique Korean dining experience by taking a little-known rustic food and elevating it to gourmet status, thanks to quality ingredients. **Chef Paik is one of the judges on Netflix's "Culinary Class Wars," which is excellent if you like cooking competitions. I highly recommend it. read more

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Tried the new Paik's Noodle in San Jose and loved it. Same delicious dishes as the Santa Clara location, but honestly the parking here is so much better, makes me want to come back more often. The restaurant feels new and modern, with a nice open layout and clean, simple decor. Order from a tablet right at the table, super easy and convenient. Most important part, the noodles taste fresh and really yummy. Everything we ordered hit the spot. If you already like the Santa Clara location, you will definitely like this one too. read more

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Black bean noodles were great. Brought back a taste of Hong Kong in mind. The pillows (steamed buns)- recommend for dessert. Garlic soy wings and fries were ok. Definitely can try again to be sure. Overall, can't wait to return for more menu items. read more

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We have been to the other location in Santa Clara a couple of times but this one is closer to our house and we wanted to check it out since it's new. It will definitely be our go to spot from now on. I much preferred this location over the other one. And here's why: 1) It was much less busy when we arrived and the tables are not piled up on top of each other. The atmosphere was more relaxing. 2) They have order tablets at every table making it easy and fun to place your food. It seems like each location has a slight difference in their menu. This location has wings with fries although we did not try them this time. You cannot pay on the tablet unfortunately. 3) The service was fantastic and way better than our last visit in Santa Clara. The girls working here were super friendly and helpful. 4) Maybe it was just us and maybe we just ordered the right things this time, but the food was delicious and better than the last visit at Santa Clara's location. 5) Parking is wayyyyyyy easier here than the location in Santa Clara!! IYKYK! We'll be back to check out the wings. read more

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What better place to go to after seeing your favorite Korean actors slurp down black bean noodles and make it look so good? That was my case after watching kdrama, and had to have my hubby take me here. Lol. Location wise, it's in a strip mall located in south SJ. It has a good amount of parking. Inside pretty clean with a good number of tables. Staff was quick with service and friendly. We ordered the black bean noodles with pork, the sweet and sour pork, egg omelette with shrimp, and hubby got another noodle dish that I didn't manage to get a picture of. The black bean noodles and sweet and sour pork, it definitely hit the spot. The egg omelette though, it could use a little help. It was super bland for some reason. Hubby's noodle dish was delicious as well. Will be coming back after watching another round of kdramas read more

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My friends and I came in for lunch on a Thursday and surprisingly, it was pretty busy. We got the lunch special $8 jajangmyeon and sweet and sour pork. I've been a huge fan of Paik's Santa Clara, and I always come to eat there at least once a month. The interior here is nice, very spacious, and they also have plenty of parking. There was really only 1 server, but she was pretty attentive. The noodles they use here for the jajangmyeon is vastly different compared to the other location. It's thinner and less chewy, almost comparable to eating spaghetti noodles, which I found odd. The sauce is also different. It's much stronger and tasted salty at a certain point. By the end, our bowls had a lot of sauce left; it was very watery. Sweet and sour pork was okay, sauce is thicker and the pork is pretty crunchy. Overall I don't think I would come back to this location, but I'd recommend to try for yourself since they have the $8 deal right now. read more

Paik’s Noodle - Korean Near Me - San Jose, California

I was very excited to see Paik's Noodle open here. Great Korean-Chinese place that opened up recently -- very similar in taste to the Santa Clara branch! The go-to place for Korean style jjamppong and jajangmyeon -- which is a staple for whenever you're moving or want something hearty to eat. We ordered the meat jajangmyeon and the jjamppong which I highly recommend. There was a LOT of meat in the meat jajangmyeon, so come hungry! The inside is super clean and neat, playing the latest K-Pop hits. Service is great as well. Ordering is done on a tablet and the food is brought out very quickly. Overall, would highly recommend and definitely will be coming back. read more

Paik’s Noodle - Tablet for ordering at each table - Korean Near Me - San Jose, California

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One of my favorite local spots, I used to always go to Santa Clara to get Paik's so I was stoked when they opened a new location at Blossom Hill. And man, it's nice inside, it's definitely a more modern type of Korean restaurant where you order from a tablet at your table. The noodles were def my favorite dish, but the fried shrimp was a close second. The service is a bit slow sometimes but they could just be busy. Would recommend this spot! read more

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I had been wanting to try their jajangmyeon for a long time, and it completely lived up to expectations. The noodles were thick and springy, and the black bean sauce was rich, savory, and full of depth, with generous amounts of pork and vegetables. Every bite felt like true comfort food. We also ordered several appetizers to share, and both the fried chicken and fried mantou were excellent. The fried chicken was crispy on the outside and juicy inside, never dry at all. The fried mantou was golden and fluffy, and dipping it into the condensed milk made it even better. There was also a pleasant surprise. When we ordered the fried chicken, the kitchen had run out of fries, so they generously gave us extra pieces of fried chicken as a replacement. The portion became even larger, and we ended up extremely full. That kind of thoughtful gesture really leaves a great impression. The only minor downside was that a few items on the menu were unavailable that day, which was a little disappointing. However, the quality of the dishes we did receive more than made up for it. Service was quick, and portions were very generous. read more

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Not sure yet, got a flyer handout in front of five below and I only looked at the $7.99 deal for the jajangmyeon but when we ordered and checked out it was full price. The deal was only during lunch on the weekday so I was flabbergasted. On Blossom Hill now and service was quick, self order which I found kind of user friendly. Think I prefer the location and vibe off El Camino more. Not everyone that lives in the area know how to appreciate or enjoy the kind of dishes they offer. My son loves the tangsuyuk and so do I. All time fave. If you're going to take it to go, it truly isn't the same. Get your lazy peach off the couch and dine in. That's what food is about!!! read more

Paik’s Noodle - Yaas - Korean Near Me - San Jose, California

Very good option for Chinese inspired Korean cuisine in south SJ area, which doesn't have too many Korean options currently. This location is definitely pricier than the one in Santa Clara by about $1-3 per menu item. Situated in a large plaza with plenty of parking options, the interior is moderately sized and clean. Service was efficient and friendly, and they have tablets on each table for ordering. They're currently having a lunch special on weekdays 11am-2pm for just the Jjajangmyun at $7.99 which is a pretty good deal, but I'm not sure how long they'll keep the special. I'd recommend calling them beforehand if you're going primarily to catch the lunch special. The Jjajangmyun sauce is very tasty and flavorful. They give plenty of sauce with the noodles. The noodles could be a bit chewier but still very good nonetheless. We've had their jjamppong and Jjajangmyun previously as takeout and they do a good job with packaging the noodles separately to prevent bloating. Flavor has been consistently good every time. read more

Paik’s Noodle - Lunch special 3/16/2026 - Korean Near Me - San Jose, California

I usually go to the one in Santa Clara, but I am hyped that we finally have one closer to my house on Blossom Hill! Brought my brother for his first time and we loved everything. The Chili Jajangmyeon with added beef is my go to! the flavor is 10/10. The sweet and sour chicken is incredible; I don't know how they get it so crispy and soft at the same time, but it's delicious. We also tried the chili shrimp and it was a decision picked by the waitress. Thanks for the recommendation! If you haven't been to this new location yet, check it out! Amazing flavor and great service. read more

As a Korean, paiks noodles is pretty solid! In my opinion, you can get better tangsuyuk and Jajangmyeon at a Korean/chinese restaurant, but paiks fills my cravings without a problem! Very big portions! read more

Had a taste for noodles and remembered there was a new location nearby. Decided to stop in and grab a bowl of meat jjm. I sat down and ordered and it quickly appeared hot and fresh! So happy to have come here as I've been to the other location and waited in the long line. I saw that they have chicken wings here also which I'll try next time. Service was fast and friendly, food was so delicious and fast. When I'm nearby, I'll definitely come here again. read more

Paik’s Noodle - Meat Jajangmyeon - Korean Near Me - San Jose, California

Solid lunch spot! So happy to see that there's a Paik's in South side. Came here on a Sunday around noon and was seated right away. All ordering is through the iPad and service is quick. We got the beef jjampong and the garlic soy chicken. Wings were juicy and not too saucy, much better than bonchon imo. Jjampong was a good complement to the fried chicken and came with the same chewy noodles they're known for. Will be back! read more

Paik’s Noodle - Beef Jjamppong - Korean Near Me - San Jose, California

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I feel like the black bean noodles are on par with Kyodong's. Both very flavorful. But Kyodong's Jjamppong shines more than Paik's because I feel like it has more depth to the seafood flavor. Got this to-go so can't say how the service is for dine-in. read more

Paik’s Noodle - Korean Near Me - San Jose, California

How exciting for Paik's Noodle to open a location in South San Jose! We waited about 10 minutes to be seated on a Friday night around 7:15PM. Service was brief since you order on the tablet but the staff was nice. Not sure how it works but it did take awhile for us to get our check after requesting it on the tablet. It's open inside but does get a bit loud at time. The food definitely satisfied our craving but like many others are saying, the noodles threw me off. I was also expecting the chewy noodles served at the santa clara location. The one being served here is more white and less chewy. I'm a big texture person so this definitely was a minus for me. Not sure if this depends on the location and not a standard across different chain locations or what. For now, I might stick to the santa clara location despite the (much further) drive. Not knocking this one off just yet! I saw that they may have chicken tangsuyuk too so will probably give them a few more tries. Here's to hoping there's a positive update review in the near future! read more

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Paik's jajangmyeon was one of my comfort foods when I lived in LA, but this is my first time having it in the Bay! I came at noon on a Saturday - the parking lot is very large and not crowded, and the restaurant was relatively full with a couple of open tables. If you're dining in, you can order on the tablets at the each table. I was ordering to-go, so I placed my order with the cashier at the kiosk. To-go orders take 20-30 minutes, and the kind staff let me wait at an empty table (they also don't do text message pickup, but you can order online). They always pack the to-go jajangymeon with a divider, so the sauce doesn't make the noodles soggy. I feel like they give you a bigger portion if you dine in, but not a huge noticeable difference. The noodles were surprisingly chewy considering I had waited 30 minutes to eat them! The black bean sauce is thick and coats each noodle well. I will say though, there was less meat in the sauce than I remember, and it did lean on the saltier side. Definitely needed multiple glasses of water afterward, but still hit the spot. Interested in trying the jampong and tangsuyuk here, some of my favorites in the LA locations! read more

Paik’s Noodle - Korean Near Me - San Jose, California

My first time at Paik's was a few years ago at their Santa Clara location, so I wanted to see how the one in Blossom Valley would stack up. And while it was good, I must admit the Paik's in Santa Clara was better. We got the sweet and sour pork to share (genius to serve the sauce on the side so the pork stays crispy) and the fried dumplings (meh, I would skip). For mains we got the chili jjangmyeon, and the jjamppong with noodles and the meat jjampong with rice. Everything was fresh and fast. Ordering is done through a tablet at the table. Ambiance is about as casual as casual can get. A solid choice if your looking to satisfy all your noodle needs. read more

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YAY. Paik's newest location is closer to home for us. Pretty surprised they opened it in South San Jose. It's located in the same plaza as Chavez Supermarket and Dick's, right next door to Happy Lemon off Blossom Hill Road. Parking was plentiful since they share a lot with a market and other restaurants. We've been there twice now, both times during the weekend for lunch. We came right when they opened at 11am and we got seated right away. The restaurant was spacious, modern, clean and bumping k-pop. They have a touchscreen menu / ordering system on each table. They gave us a super small dish of yellow radish right before we ordered. We had to ask for more, and we asked for onions too. They had condiments like vinegar, soy sauce, ketchup packets and chili available on the table. So far we've tried.. JAJANGMYEON $12.45 -noodles with savory black bean sauce, sweet pork and vegetables. The noodles were chewy and the sauce was tasty. The sauce was more flavorful than I remembered. That paired with some pickled radish and vinegar soaked onions. YUM. The pork bits could have been more tender. Overall very good! 4.5/5* STIR-FRIED JAJANGMYEON $21.95 -stir fried noodles with pork, shrimp, squid and vegetables in black bean sauce. Noodles were thick and chewy. Decent amount of veggies and seafood with bits of pork. Husband liked the regular jajangmyeon more since it was not oily but I thought this was yummy! This dish was spicy too, they stir-fried it with dried chilies. We didn't realize this until it came out. We couldn't give this to our toddler so they kindly gave us some boiled plain noodles, which he loved. 4.5/5* SWEET AND SOUR PORK $17.95 -fried pork with special sweet and sour sauce. The sauce come on the side. The fried pork was crispy yet tender on our first visit, a bit dry on our second. The sauce was tasty and thick. Portion was kinda small. 4/5* GARLIC SOY CHICKEN WINGS (5) $9.95 -fried wings coated in a spicy-sweet garlic sauce, served with fries. Chicken was crispy and tender but small, a bit on the saltier side too. VERY garlicky. The fries were okay, kinda dense. 3/5* Service was always super attentive and friendly. They provided us with a free juice box since we had our toddler with us, and candy on our second visit. We would definitely come back when we're craving their black bean noods and sweet & sour pork! Our experience there was much less hectic than their Santa Clara location. read more

Paik’s Noodle - Stir-Fried Jajangmyeon - Korean Near Me - San Jose, California

Finally, we have a new location in South SJ! I'm so happy because I love the Santa Clara location, but parking there was always a struggle. The parking at the new Blossom Hill location is so much better. The staff here are incredibly friendly and welcoming. I'm not sure if she was the manager, but the lady who helped us is always so sweet, warm, and has a smile on her face every time. The crispy pork here is amazing, I have to get it every time I come to Paik's. I also love the stir-fry jajangmyeon! It's packed with flavor and has a slightly smoky sauce that I can't get enough of. My only complaint is that I wish they used the same chewy noodles as the Santa Clara location. The noodles here aren't bad, just not quite as chewy. read more

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Came here on a weeknight to satiate Korean food cravings for Jjajangmyeon noodles and chicken wings. Food Jjajangmyeon Noodles Ordered extra noodles because why not? The dish was very saucy with bits of onions and pork. The sauce itself wasn't overpowering. Garlic Soy Chicken Wings - 10 pieces with french fries The chicken batter was a light coating and not overly fried. The wings itself were a bit on the smaller side - hope they consider offering bigger wings for this dish. Crispy Sticky Buns - 4 pieces Freshly made, piping hot, and crispy with a side of condensed milk to dip. Hands down my favorite dish. Potstickers - 4 pieces They were fried well, crunchy, and full of flavor. Customer Service There's a self-service iPad to place orders at every table. Friendly and quick service! The staff was attentive even though they were short-staffed. The owners were so sweet with kids, they offered Honest juice boxes. Gave an extra star for the thoughtful service! Ambiance / Location In the same plaza strip as Happy Lemon and across from Blossom and Bourbon. It's a casual spot for takeout or dining in for a bite. Plenty of parking in the plaza. read more

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I was disappointed in this place. I've eaten at the Santa Clara location before and thought it was decent. But this location was very disappointing. I came around 4:30pm on Sunday and there was no wait at all. I ordered on the tablet on the table and the food came in a reasonable amount of time. The food was cold and lacked flavor. The sweet and sour pork was stale. About 10 minutes into my meal, the waiter came and dropped the payment device on the table, which made me feel rushed to leave. read more

Paik’s Noodle - Sweet and Sour Pork - Korean Near Me - San Jose, California

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So happy a location opened up near my house because I have been wanting to try Paik's Noodle in forever. Was really craving jajangmyeon so I placed an order to go through Clover. The wait said about 20 mins so I got there a little early knowing I would have to wait a bit. Parking was easy to find since it's a big complex that has other restaurants and Chavez's market. Walking up I could see quite a few people waiting outside. Makes sense since it's a Saturday night. Inside, the restaurant was packed and there were more people waiting to be seated. They were so busy I was standing there for 15 mins because I could even asked the worker about my online order pick up. After waiting for about 20 mins, I was told that it was so busy that it may take another 20 mins or so. A little frustrating since I placed my order way ahead of time and waited at the restaurant for a good 20 mins already and I only ordered 1 thing. Finally got my jajangmyeon and took it home to enjoy. It definitely satisfied my cravings from the chewy noodles and perfectly balanced sauce. I would recommend if you were to order ahead, especially on the weekend, do so at least 30-40 because you get there. Would totally come back though whenever I'm craving jajangmyeon. read more

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We came here for lunch, and had an okay experience. I do like how there is more parking here than the Santa Clara location, but I was shocked to the prices were higher. When we entered, the space was roomy and we immediately got a table. You order on a kiosk, and the food came about 5-10 minutes later. It was similar to their other locations, still delicious. I wished the service was better, we were barely checked on and wanted more radish and utensils. It also took a while for us to get our bill. read more

Paik’s Noodle - Korean Near Me - San Jose, California

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New Paik's in South San Jose?! Say less, I'm there. The interior is so clean and the service is quite decent. I got here at 6 on a Saturday with a party of 4 and we were immediately seated, but it definitely started to get PACKED after we got there. It looks like they're sticking to the same method that the Santa Clara Paik's does where they don't have an online waitlist, so you can visually see how many people are standing outside waiting and determine for yourself if it's worth it. I would say Santa Clara has a lot more competition for Korean restaurants, so if you go to this Santa Teresa location it might be harder for you to hop around... but either way, there's no true substitute for Paik's! There was a tablet at our table and we ordered jjajangmyeon and my friends got jjajangmyeon, mandu, and jjampong. I absolutely love the noodles at Paik's... maybe even more than the sauce, even though it's a heavy toss up. Really fresh and filling meal, they did not skimp on the veggies or pork in my dish. I look forward to frequenting this spot more in the future!!! read more

I'm a total chicken-and-jajangmyeon person, so this spot was perfect for me. The jajangmyeon tastes just as good as the other location--rich, savory, and perfectly balanced--but what really sets this place apart is the fried chicken. It was incredibly flavorful with a crisp, crunchy coating that stayed light, not greasy. The fries on the side were a nice surprise and paired well with everything. Service was impressively quick--our food came out steaming hot within minutes. It wasn't crowded during my visit, which made the meal feel relaxed, and the space has an easy, welcoming vibe with pleasant background music and comfortable seating. If you love Korean black bean noodles and crave really good fried chicken, this location is absolutely worth the visit. read more

Paik’s Noodle - Korean Near Me - San Jose, California

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I was super excited to see that this Paiks opened so close to me! Decided to try it out and ordered the classic jajangmyeon and tangsuyuk to go. Really appreciated that they separated the sauces from the main items to prevent sogginess. Service was great, got a phone call when my order was ready (which honestly rarely happens when I order thru the phone) and when I got there the worker that rang me up was super kind and had great energy which I appreciated! Checked out the interior as well and looks like there's a lot of seating and overall is a very casual space. The food itself was decent enough to satisfy the cravings, but I do feel like need a bit of improvement. The tangsuyuk was pretty dry, my mom kept complaining about that too and we had to drench it in the sauce to make it more enjoyable. For the jajangmyeon itself, the sauce could have used a bit more flavor and like many other reviews stated, the noodles they use are more like yakisoba noodles vs. the typical chewy noodles which I would have preferred. Definitely see potential in this place as I understand they're doing the best they can during soft opening, but I will be back to try it out again in the future! read more

Paik’s Noodle - Jajangmyeon & tangsuyuk to go - Korean Near Me - San Jose, California

We were excited to learn that Paik's Noodle had finally opened within our area. There were decent amount of tables and chairs inside but it can definitely get packed easily and the wait can become extensive. Luckily for us, our party of three were seated immediately after arrival. It seemed to be only one waitress walking the floor at the time so we understand it was busy and we asked for our water since we noticed other tables receive it but we didn't. We ordered the Jajangmyeon, Chili Shrimp, Garlic Soy Chicken Wings, & Sweet & Spicy Chicken Wings. We were shocked that the food came out so fast, we received all the food we ordered nearly about 5 minutes after. Our waitress also stopped by to give us some pickled radish which was also nice. Hits: * Jajangmyeon is good. I liked the flavor of the black bean noodle and really liked the onion pieces. The only downside was that the dish came out warm and wasn't hot. It cooled down really fast to room temperature. Average: * Chili Shrimp was mediocre. It was too oily for my liking as the oil lingered all over the lettuce. The shrimp is decent, it's very similar to a shrimp tempura and coated with a wet sauce. It came with a chili sauce. I feel like the amount of shrimp it comes with doesn't amount for the cost as it is a bit on the pricier side. * Garlic Soy Chicken Wings, & Sweet & Spicy Chicken wings are okay. The flavor for the garlic was good but the sweet & spicy had a strange flavor which I didn't enjoy. The fries that came along with the chicken was also a bit more on the crisper golden side and the fries are bland. The chicken was also coated in a bit of a thick batter. Final Verdict: Solid 3/5. The store is very clean and the service was fast during the time we went. I think I only really enjoyed the noodle dish and the chicken and shrimp were just mediocre to me. Since the shop is still new, I think it needs some time to adjust and work on these things. I do want to eventually stop by and try again after some time to see if the food improves. read more

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