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Parksanbal

4.3 (316 reviews)
ModerateKorean, Soup, Noodles
Closed • 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

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Casual
Moderate noise
Good for kids
Dogs allowed

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Spicy beef soup
Hanna B.

Parksanbal is one of those no-frills spots that just gets it right. As soon as you walk in, the waitress keeps it simple "spicy or not spicy?" and you're good to go. The banchan is basic but tasty, and I honestly love the laid-back vibe. It's self-serve for water, and no one rushes or bothers you, which makes it feel super low-key and comfortable. I ordered the spicy beef soup and it wasn't too spicy (at least for me), but it was packed with flavor and really satisfying. Heads up: it's cash only, and my bowl was $20. Simple, solid, and exactly what you're craving when you want something warm and comforting.

Michelle A.

So simple and satisfying. The minute you walk through the door, you're asked "spicy or not spicy". That's the only choice you have to make. Take a seat and wait for the piping hot soup to come out. Water and hot tea are self serve and they bring out radish kimchi, omelet, seaweed and rice (you can ask for more). The soup comes out boiling hot, so be careful! I love that the soup is flavorful but not greasy at all like some other gukbap spots. You can really taste that they cooked this for hours. The glass noodles are so satisfying. Note: they're closed on Sundays and it's cash only.

Original Park San Bal Beef and Cabbage Soup with Rice
Esther C.

I found this spot on IG and had to try it out for myself and it is definitely worth the hype. I came here for an early dinner during the weekday and didn't have a wait at all. The original beef stew was so hearty and comforting, like a hug in a bowl :) I would love to come back and try the spicy version but the flavor was really good in the original. Overall, I'd say this is a solid no frills soup spot in flushing with good sides, I didn't get a refill but still left satisfied. They also accept credit card now vs. cash only! IG: _acquired.taste

Spicy (top), Not Spicy (bottom) along with side dishes and rice.
Karen M.

Great spot for no frills piping fresh, steaming hot, beef bone soup with glass noodles. You get a few side dishes and a bowl of rice to accompany your soup. Simple and easy and reasonably priced at $20. Service was efficient because of the streamlined menu (all you need to do is say spicy or not spicy). The decor is basic with benches and an eclectic collection of tables and chairs.

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Rich L.

Life is short. F....it up! Family, Flavor, Friends Was in the area running errands and Todd piece was suggested by a friend. This is av very traditional old school Korean place that specialize in one thing Beef cabbage soup. Either reg or spicy. Yup no menu just a sign on the wall. Of course tired makes things easy and meant that it should be good. The soup came out boiling so handle w care. They broth brings you back to childhood. Bone broth soup w meat and tendons. Clean tastings w a touch savory. You know that there pot just gets new bones added everyday and had been on boil for years locking in those flavors. You get fried eggs forget to post pic which was really good. Seaweed and pickled radish. If your in the area l and wanting too have to decide what to eat and just want soup this is ur place.

Warren A.

Wow, I didn't expect much because I thought it's just soup. I was wrong this was what I expect home cooking to taste like from a Korean household. The soup was amazing. I had the spicy and my wife had the regular. I really didn't expect to like it soo much. The bonchon went so well with the soup. I will definitely come back for more.

Spicy Beef Bone Soup
Ben L.

I been here a few times over the years and never realized I never wrote a review, so here we are. I took a friend who has never been and we really enjoyed our lunch, for me it was as good as I remembered it being. This restaurant has one dish, a beef bone soup and you can order it reg or spicy then they give you 4 sides to eat with the meal. The food: Spicy Beef Bone Soup- The soup is a slow cooked beef bone soup that is PERFECT for the winter time. The sleeper dish is the egg, it comes with scallions and are seasoned to perfection. I like to take the seaweed, add rice egg then ladle broth over, so good. I been coming here for over five years now and I am happy to report it is equally as good as I remember. The prices have gone up over the years and the current price listed was $18.99 but the waitress told us it was $20 so we gave $24 total per person. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=Y_iTTjKvV5hLy-880SZzlA&select=TER3_l6rKpTrUC7_THoeRg

Gab G.

They do one thing here and they do it VERY well. Came on a holiday Monday and put our name in name for 2 people at 12:37 PM; we were seated at 1:12. Spicy beef and cabbage soup with rice was awesome - the broth in particular is sooo good. Perfect cozy winter food! 4.5 stars.

Julie C.

This Korean restaurant has quickly become a staple in my rotation, especially during the cooler months. They do one thing and they do it really well--beef bone soup, either spicy or non-spicy ($18.99). It's incredibly hearty and warming, the perfect comfort food when it's cold outside. I honestly wish more places had such a focused menu because when something is this good, it doesn't need anything else. They are so generous with their side dishes and add the perfect balance to the meal. You get fried egg, pickled radish, seaweed, peppers and bean paste, and the best part is they're happy to offer refills. It's such a nice touch that makes the experience feel even more special. The service is also excellent; the staff is friendly and attentive, always checking in to ensure everything is going okay with our meal. One thing to keep in mind is that this spot is cash only, so be prepared. But with such great food, service, and value, it's totally worth it!

Spicy & Regular.
Brandon N.

Parksanbal keeps it simple and perfect -- just two dishes, beef bone soup and spicy beef bone soup, both loaded with tender beef, rich bone broth, collagen, fresh green onions, and glass noodles. The meal comes with rice and endless sides of seaweed, radish kimchi, and egg with green onions and jalapeños. Everything was hearty yet light, comforting, and absolutely delicious. The service from the Hispanic staff was top notch, and the warm, homey ambience made the whole experience even better.

Spicy gukbap
Wah C.

Really good gukbap here. Had both the spicy and non spicy. Liked both but the spicy one had a much more rich flavor. Non spicy was good as well and that is usually my choice but just felt it didnt hit as much. But great service and especially like that they gave a side order complimentary to our baby. Even some rice with seaweed wrap. That alone deserves an extra star from us.

Alan N.

Oh this is the bees knees. They only serve one thing and its delicious! When you sit down, they just ask you spicy or not spicy. Super simple. The staff here is exceptional. They don't mess around and they are quick. They are very generous with their side dishes. Quick and efficient. They'll never bag it for you if you want to doggy bag your leftovers. They were so kind! It's $20 a bowl at the end, but MAKE SURE TO TIP! A lot of people just paid $20 and walked away. Give these people tip for their exceptional service.

Non spicy beef soup
Christine R.

Came here for lunch. The restaurant was at full capacity. Had to wait maybe 10 minutes for a seat. Asked for a menu and was told this was their only dish (beef soup). You could order spicy or non-spicy. Spicy was not spicy at all for me and I cannot handle spice well which is what I appreciated. The spicy was good but my favorite was the non-spicy. It had such a simple and refreshing taste. It really tasted like "less is more". It's so nice to have on a cold day, very good for your soul. No wonder why this restaurant was packed. $40 for 2 bowls cash and $43 with credit card. I HIGHLY recommend to anyone in the neighborhood to try!

Spicy Beef and cabbage soup with rice

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they got one item and it's good! on a cold winter day, that savory broth warms the soul

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The soup was so flavorful. It must have been simmered for many hours. The banchan was tasty and plentiful. Service was excellent.

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Simple, authentic quick meal. Broth is on the light side, homestyle side dishes.

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Ask the Community - Parksanbal

Are we allowed dine in here?

Yes, 1/11/2023

Do they include banchan if I order takeout? How spicy is it? How many levels of spice? Does it come with noodles or rice?

I believe they do include banchan. Never got takeout, but have seen them packing orders. It's only 1 level of spice (it's not spicy at all, so I would recommend getting this), but others ask for less spice. Comes with both noodles in the soup & rice… 

Are they currently still open?

Yes, 1/11/2023

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Arirang Restaurant

4.0(228 reviews)
0.1 mi•Auburndale, Flushing
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Arirang is my go-to cozy, no-frills spot that never disappoints. The staff is always so warm and…read morefriendly. The banchan is simple (kimchi and radish kimchi), but that radish kimchi? Obsessed. It's perfectly crisp and tangy, and pairs so well with the noodles. I always order the chicken knife-cut noodles, they're comforting, flavorful, and absolutely hit the spot, especially on a cold day. My daughter tried the kimchi seafood noodles, and that was a total win too. I've been coming here for years, and it's been consistently good every single time. A true comfort spot

We were craving some Korean comfort food, and came across Arirang. Ordered seafood noodles ($18.99)…read more(kalguksu) and seafood pancake ($19.99). I was told that the noodles are homemade, and the texture was chewy but not overly soft. If you get the order to-go, you best eat it ASAP because they do not separate the noodles from the broth. The bowl was filled with a bunch of clams, mussels, one shrimp, zucchini and carrot slices, and potatoes. The clams were flavorless and a little sandy, but the mussels were good. The broth was clear and flavorful, but not overly salty. The seafood pancake was good. Portion size is big, batter very crispy, it's oily but it doesn't feel that way when you eat it. Only con is I wish there was a little more seafood. You are given banchan of freshly fermented kimchi and radish kimchi. I prefer fermented pungent kimchi because I enjoy the sour taste, and though the radish kimchi was really chunky it was on the sweet side, so I wasn't a fan. The staff speaks Korean and Chinese.

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Seoul Tofu

4.4(47 reviews)
0.9 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.

Great dining experience in Flushing where it can feel chaotic and busy…read more Friendly staff and open space. There's parking in the back but not too bad finding street parking. Very comfortable space to dine as a family of four and if you are a larger group, they have a great space on the side for larger parties. The bahn chan was delicious, especially the egg. Tofu was soft and good flavor in the plain broth. Grilled mackerel was delicious. Few places make it less salty without asking and theirs was spot on! Bibimbap had good flavor without needing to add the sauce. Enjoyable meal. Would definitely come back.

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4.5(107 reviews)
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The food outweighs any cons of this place. The broth is rich, the noodles are hand pulled right in…read morefront of you, and it comes out quick. The portions are very generous too, considering the low price of $11 for a large Spicy Lamb Noodle Soup, which had plenty of meat and toppings. The broth is properly milky white as it should be, and the mala packs a punch so be prepared for some heat if you order the spicy version. Ordering might be confusing and I ended up walking to the counter, ordering, then later picking up my order, so maybe don't expect to be waited. Though you can dine in, spacing is limited, tables might be slightly dirty and there is no water, so treat it like a very casual hole-in-the-wall.

Came at 1:30 on a Saturday and the restaurant had many people eating but not a ton waiting to…read moreorder. I walked in and someone immediately said welcome to me as I came up to the counter and handed me the English menu. Luckily I had perused it online and discussed items with my mandarin speaking friends. I ordered the popular lamb burger, and the lamb haslet noodle soup (the organs of lamb). The person taking my order spoke English well enough, confirmed my order, told me the price, and I paid immediately. Due to language, I opted to just stand by the front to wait for my food. In that time the tables filled up so I did end up sharing one of the larger tables with several other people. My food came out quite quickly, and I sat down to eat. The noodles (which I watched being freshly pulled) were a great texture, meet was great though there wasn't a lot of it in the soup, and the broth was good! I added chili oil and msg and vinegar to it which was really great in bringing out every flavor. I also really enjoyed the lamb burger, which needed no modifications. I did end up taking that with me to to due to how filling the soup was. Both together were $17 for easily 2-3 meals person dependent. The people working were quite nice, someone even asked me how I liked it as I was bussing my table. The spot itself is quite casual, a lot of great options, huge serving sizes, and people seeming to really take their time there. Definitely a good stop to try in the area!

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