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Cute little Korean spot in Flushing that gives very traditional, homey energy! Space is small but cozy. Got the collagen gomtang which was so good, and my friends got the galbi tang which they also said was good. Each soup comes with rice and your own individual portions of banchan and seaweed, all of which were tasty. Portions are pretty hearty and they're generous with the meat too, which is always appreciated. Service is very friendly, just a little slow - you'll need to flag someone down to get your banchan refilled. Still a hit overall and would def come back!
Vibe: clean casual Service: standard Reservation: not needed Dishes: Sogogi gukbap: 8.5/10 spicy had good flavor and kick Galbitang: 8.2/10 very clean clear bone broth soup
Cuisine: 6 Service: 7 Decor: 7 Value: 5 Overall: 6 Everyone seems to love this restaurant and therefore the Yelp rating. However, I have been here on several visits to try almost everything on their entire menu, and have not been impressed much. That's not to say that their food is bad, just nothing special, especially for the higher than average price tag. Here is a list of items I have tried on their current menu items and my take on each. Sogogi-Gukbap (5/10) - I did not find the beef tender as described, they were more lean and dry. The beef broth is light and less flavorful than most Korean versions I have experienced. Galbitang (4/10) - Very familiar with this soup since I order it often no matter where, NYC, LA, South Korea, etc. This is the only place I know that use the end of beef bones (much cheaper cut) instead of beef short ribs (as indicted) for the soup. As for the broth, l found it similarly bland like the Sogogi. Collagen Gomtang (7.5/10) - This is my favorite item here. Due to the richer and more beefy broth, the flavor of this soup is way better. Still not necessarily better than my favorite spots in NYC, but good. I love the perfectly cooked cow's foot and tendon in the soup, but the chunks of lean beef are whatever. Lava Rock Cheese Tteokgalbi (7/10) - These are clearly a modern take on a traditional dish. I don't love them, but they are not bad. Nice crispy crunch with cheese and meat inside. Hard to go wrong. Suyuk (6/10) - As far as I know and have tried in the past, this dish is traditionally made with pork. Usually super tender and moist. However, Woodam uses beef, which seems leaner and drier than my previous experiences. Considering they have such a small menu and specializes in only a few items, I expect more tbh. If you know Parksanbal, then you know what I am talking about. They have done one soup (spicy and not) for decades and I'm still craving it regularly. Unfortunately, Woodam just doesn't hold that kind of place in my mind.
Such a hidden gem in Flushing! I genuinely had to double check that I was still in Queens because it felt like I had somehow wandered into a cozy little spot in Manhattan. It was indeed a verrrry hot day so I appreciated how the AC was absolutely blasting. I almost did a double take before walking in because I genuinely cannot do hot soup in this weather if there's no AC. Thankfully, it was nice and cool inside, which made the meal that much better. Everything was so thoughtfully done. The banchan were dangerously good (I could've kept eating them forever), and the collagen gomtang was rich, comforting, and perfect to share. My friend and I split one bowl, and they still brought us two bowls of rice, which was sooooo thoughtful. The staff is amazing. My friend and I definitely got carried away catching up, yet not once did we feel rushed. Instead, the staff kept making sure we were comfortable and even offered us more banchan. That level of hospitality is so rare and honestly made the entire meal feel extra special. Also... please do yourself a favor and order the Jeju Tangerine Fizz. It was hands down one of the most refreshing drinks I've had this summer and paired perfectly with the meal. Amazing food, incredible hospitality, icy-cold AC, and an experience that made me want to come back before I even left. 1000% recommend!!!
Picked the perfect restaurant for the rainy and chilly weather today. Just had a facial and of course, had to order the collagen bone soup that was simmered for 12 hours. Took a sip of the soup and love how the soup is so flavorful and sticky. A true sign of "good stuff". The soup comes with rice and a bunch of banchan. No matter how cold it is, ordering a Kloud to go with the meal is a must. It even came with a frosty mug. Bonus!
I visited with my unnie on a Tuesday night for dinner and we were seated right away. Service was professional, friendly, and efficient. I ordered the sogogi gukbap (beef and rice soup), cheese tteokgalbi (deep fried beef/pork meatballs stuffed with cheese), and Jeju Tangerine Fizz drink, which I added some Saero soju to. Everything was SO delicious! I loved the cheese tteokgalbi, which were even better with the rosemary lime aioli dipping sauce. The gukbap had a strong, savory broth and rice came on the side, so I enjoyed dipping it into the soup. The beef was cooked perfectly. Our meals also came with plenty of banchan, and the baechu kimchi had a slightly sweet flavor that I enjoyed quite a bit. Woodam advertises as "Korean comfort food," and that's exactly what you'll find here. Korean soups are so comforting, and everything we had was 5/5 perfection!
The food is healthy, and the portions are fair for the price. However, it lacked seasoning and was a bit too bland for our taste. On the bright side, the staff was friendly, attentive, and provided excellent service. Love the drink!
It is a small store with rich flavored food. I rarely find Korean beer Kloud anywhere else, and finally I tried it here. I ordered collagen gomtang. The soup came in white and dense because of slow simmering beef bone. There are a lot of leg bones inside that good for skin and joints. I definitely recommend it and will come back again!
I was looking for new spots around Flushing and Woodam immediately caught my attention. I saw soy marinated crab on the menu and my eyes lit up, but it's currently out of season. I'll be back for that. What I ordered: - Collagen gomtang (Korean beef bone soup): Very good! The beef ribs were extremely tender. The broth was clean, clear, slightly oily, and overall very comforting. Must try! - Oxtail & short ribs jjim: Generous portion size. We went with the soy garlic glaze, which was decent but the flavor profile was very mild. I would have preferred more sauce for a richer taste. The meat itself was very tender. The banchan is unlimited, which we loved. The black fungus and spicy cucumber was my favorite. Servers were friendly and attentive throughout. Overall, a solid experience. I would recommend it and plan to return. :)
So delicious! They don't take reservations but overall service is really fast and if you come for an early dinner (around 5) there will most likely be seats. They start you off with barley tea and water, and we also got the jeju mandarin fizz which was 5/5 delicious - not sweet at all, fizzy, with a nice iced sorbet situation going on at the top. Here's what we ordered - Lava rock cheese tteokgalbi (5/5): so delicious and not heavy at all if you're worried about that. It was surprisingly not oily, the meat was plump and juicy, and there was just the right amount of cheese. The dipping sauce was also surprisingly light and complemented the dish well - Collagen gomtang (5/5): wow this soup was so flavorful and had so much depth. The meat was so tender too - Gukbap (4/5): I loved the veggies and glass noodles in this one, but the soup itself was on the salty side, a bit salty for me Unlimited banchan refills and the kimchi was some of the best I had!
Genuinely thought that Woodam had serious potential to surpass Parksanbal, given their slightly more expansive but still specialized menu, fair prices, and their really aesthetic restaurant. However, after coming back to dine, I can see where they're just falling short. My fiance and I ordered the spicy gukbap, which is the same thing we got the first time around. Here's the thing - it's still good, but there's something about the soup that just lacks depth of flavor. I can't quite figure out what it is, but the overall broth is just very one note. The toppings have also changed a bit - there's less beef slices and just more tendon. Banchan here is still decent, but the flavors were quite muted and didnt' help much with changing up the flavor profiles. Prices have gone up a bit since their opening a year ago; the gukbap is now around $18.50, or $2 more than before.
Excellent food and service. I ordered the tangerine fizz and collagen soup. The fizz was perfect on this hot day. Very refreshing without being overly sweet. The collagen soup was flavorful and very hearty. The ban chan was good too. My favorite was the kim chi and the macaroni salad. The rice cake was good too.
We came in on a rainy day and got the Sogogi - Gukbap (Spicy) and the Collagen Gomtang - Beef Bone Soup. Both dishes come with a variety of sides and they are also served hot and hit the spot on a rainy day. The place is clean and new and the food service is fast and friendly. The amount of food was worth the price. Would recommend and come back again.
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Food was delicious. The soups come with a lot of sides, lots of flavors to try. The restaurant has a cozy atmosphere. The food came quick and service was great. read more
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Modest place but the food was fantastic. Portions are generous and flavor is on point. Will def return! read more
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1star... for unfortunately beef bone broth soup.... Which tasted like it was only boiled for a minute bf serving when it's suppose to have very rich and deep bone broth taste to it.... Was looking for other spot besides the spot we always go to... n when saw this on instagram, hubby wanted go right away w the kiddos. Went, loved the ambiance n the appetizer tteok Galbi lava stone sth cheese dish n it was DELISH!!!! I give a 5-star on this and another 5-star on their yuzu drink......!!! BUT the MAIN MAIN entree was a big disappointment as well as beef sooyook.... Which came w like 10pcs of boiled/ steamed beef(other restaurants come w like 50...)..... that's only good for one serving... we needed to order 3more of those for 4pf us to have thoroughly enjoyed.... Will we go back for the beef bone broth?? Never BUT for some yuzu drink n Galbi lava cheese balls, YES!!! Hence, 3star...... read more
1 year ago
Finally made it here and wow--totally worth the wait! The oxtail and galbi jjim are absolute must-orders--the meat literally melts right off the bone. The soups hit the spot too, rich, flavorful, and perfect comfort food as we head into fall and winter. If you're looking for cozy, hearty dishes that warm you up from the inside out, this is the place. The price is affordable too! Highly recommend checking it out! read more
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I am so glad woodam opened because there's nothing like this in the heart of flushing. Whenever you are feeling something soupy and hearty I know I can rely on woodam to satisfy my cravings Every dish I got so far is so flavorful. My fav is the gukbap and jeju tangerine drink. Super excited to come back to try their oxtail dish. read more
1 year ago
From the moment we walked into Woodam in Flushing, we knew we were in for a treat. This restaurant is a gem that excels in every category. The atmosphere is refined and incredibly welcoming. The service was exceptional. Our servers were attentive and friendly, making us feel well-cared for without ever being intrusive. Every dish was a testament to authentic, high-quality Korean cuisine. The flavors were deep, rich and perfectly balanced. There is a limited menu, but I recommend the Sogogi-gukbap, Lava Rock Cheese Tteokgalbi, and the Jeju Tangerine Fizz. Woodam is more than just a meal; it's an all-around phenomenal experience. read more
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I came here twice in one week because it was that good. The staff is so attentive, constantly refilling cups, though honestly, the restaurant could make their lives easier with larger water and tea cups. You actually get full from the serving sizes and the side dishes! Everything was flavorful, and clearly made with care. The decor is also nice and looks newly renovated. Highly recommend if you're looking for a Korean spot that delivers both quality and value. read more
1 year ago
This place is simply & clean. Everything from the food, the atmosphere, the service and literally anything else was just amazing. The menu is extremely simple, with five items. For indecisive eaters, this place is definitely for you. read more
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Food and service was great! I highly recommend the oxtail and galbi-jim, I got the honey soy garlic but I can't wait to come back and try spicy~~ Jeju drink was refreshing and not too sweet :) read more
1 year ago
Servers are very nice, good decorations, cozy and comfortable ambiance. Used to be a Chinese food but awesome change to Korean cuisine. Can't wait to try the food. read more
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Food was great here. Got the first 2 items: collagen soup and the spicy sogogi! Both were flavorful. You could tell it was simmered for hours! The yuzu drink is a must try. The yuzu "sorbet" complimented the rest of the drink really well along with pieces of sweet tangerines in it. Definitely will be coming back here more often. Although the service was not so great as the female server we had didn't make us feel as welcoming. But perhaps it was just an off date. Won't be giving points off because of this since food review is more important read more
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One of our go tos in Flushing for a cozy bowl of soup. Perfect in a day that's a bit chilly, super filling and appreciate the sides as well. Just sometimes the ingredients in the gukbap doesn't seems to be consistent but it's still a great dish. Service is also great. read more
1 year ago
I saw this new soup place on instagram and it looked so good. The waiter recommended the spicy version and it was so warming had a homemade touch that's hard to find nowadays. Very worth the price and the ambience was comforting. Will be back soon! read more
1 year ago
Let me start by saying I am very skeptical of places that are getting a lot of influencer hype. However, this one met expectations. The small focused menu is a credit, they have a few items that they seem to do really well. My soup was excellent, I got the extra meat option, it was flavorful and the meat was perfectly tender. But another unexpected star of the show were the side dishes! Some of the best banchan I have ever had! The inside of the space is well decorated and has a clean, modern, look. Service was perfectly adequate, the food didn't even take that long to come out even though all the tables were full on a random weeknight at 7pm. I would recommend trying this place out, it's packed for good reason, and I can't wait until winter to come back and try the oxtail! read more
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Best sogogi gukbap in town ! Taste good and always fresh. A lot of side dish ! And can ask more if you want . Friendly service . Clean and nice ambience. read more
1 year ago
They only have 4 items on the menu and we tried all of them. The galbi soup is my go to for hangovers and it did not disappoint. I love the side dishes that comes with it and it's only $16.50!!! Beef pancakes were good but the beef and pork rice ball with cheese inside hit the spot. Over all 9.5/10 will definitely be coming back often. read more
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136-93 37th Ave
Flushing, NY 11354
Downtown Flushing, Flushing
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