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    Paik's Noodle

    3.8 (128 reviews)
    ModerateKorean, Chinese
    Open 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    Jajangmyeon
    Michelle X.

    The fact that there were identifiable chunks of pork belly in the roux made the meal for me. There was way more sauce than noodle which is a good sign. Sauce was too sweet, but it was a solid jajangmyeon overall. A simple shop to satisfy the jajangmyeon/jjampong/tangsuyuk craving.

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    Seo C.

    In times when most restaurants in k-town cost $15 and up, Hong Kong Banjum is a reprieve. This is a no-frills Korean Chinese chain restaurant that's affordable and consistent. The location is on the small side and a good place to grab lunch, and less so for a leisurely lunch. There's no table service here, just pay upfront. They will hand you a number on paper that will be called out when your food is ready. I had their jjampong ($11.35) and it was good! Spicier than the one from HK Banjum in the valley, but delicious nonetheless. Believe it said something like 50 cent charge for take-out. Another perk is their parking lot, no valets. It is small and gets crowded soon after noon but when I went around opening time during the weekday, there were lots of open spots. Be sure to place your dishes on the table near the restroom when you leave.

    Tangsuyuk
    Delta M.

    I'm a big fan of HK Banjum. Whenever I don't know what to eat, I'll come to HK Banjum. I have tried everything on their menu and my fav is the black bean paste noodle with Tangsu. Highly recommend asking for vinegar, and mix with soy sauce as the dipping sauce. It matches Tangsu very well. Last, service: it's not always good cause sometimes I asked for extra yellow radish, they refused to give me additional. Usually, the vibe here is slow. Not a lot of customers.

    Jjajangmyun, Jjamppong, fried dumplings
    Molly E.

    SO GOOD! My grandma's favorite jjajangmyun spot. We come here every month for our lunch dates. They have the best jjambbong, jjajangmyun, and tangsuyuk (Korean Chinese pork dish with sweet and sour sauce). We don't go anywhere else, this is the spot! It's self service and food comes out fast.

    Jajangbap Shrimp Omelet over rice with Black Bean Sauce and spicy Pork and Seafood soup.
    Roel C.

    Recommended by Chef Roy Choi on Instagram. He posted the Jajang Bap, looked so Fire so I decided to get it for Dinner. Basically Shrimp Omelet over rice and black bean sauce with a Spicy Pork & Seafood soup. This dish hit home, it was very comforting. Always love supporting local businesses, def go check them out!

    Daniel K.

    There are a few locations around Ktown, but in my humble opinion, this location has the best noodle dishes. The jjajangmyun and jjampong are so smoky and delicious that I always end up inhaling my noodles in a few minutes. Also, their tangsuyuk isn't the best, but it's a great item to share with your table.

    Honestly I've had a lot of Chinese food and I honestly like Hong kong banjum. They're fast and the flavor is on point . Not to mention the sweet and sour pork is my favorite, it so chewy and the portions are big !

    Kyoo C.

    Had to eat with the kid while waiting for wife to finish work, so came her since kid loves the jjajangmyun at the local HK Banjum near our house. Being a chain, food is consistent and is a great comfort food, lol. Ordered that for the kid, but I wanted to try something new, so got the beef jjampong, since I can't handle the spicy regular jjampong too well even though I love to eat it. Well, forget the beef jjampong. There was no character to this dish unfortunately... Just a clear broth with msg I guess, no depth of real flavor... Stick to their signature offerings, jjajangmyun or jjampong, don't bother trying the newer beef jjampong, I was the guinea pig for you on that one.

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    Service was extremely fast, food was amazing! Would definitely come back again! Found this place by accident but so happy we did!

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    Solid jjajangmyun! This place is always consistent a with the black bean noodles and tangsootuk.

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    I ate Jjajangmyeon, but the amount of food was too small and expensive compared to the amount

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    Service wasn't the best but the food always hits the spot. Tanseuyeok isn't the best but jajjangmyun is 9/10

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