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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!
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.
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.
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.
3 months ago
Comfort food at its best! Rich, flavorful bone soup, tender beef, delicious homemade-style side dishes, and friendly service. Every bite was satisfying. Definitely a place I'll be coming back to! read more
Me and my friends went to Wooddam in Astoria to get a group meal together and I can say that the food was amazing. We started off with some soup appetizers and then ordered the oxtail and galbi to share with the table. The food was really good, but the amount you get for the price may dissuade some customers. read more
2 months ago
The soups were very delicious and hearty. I really like the jjim flavor, spicy and not too sweet! read more
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3 months ago
Absolutely delicious! The soups were rich and comforting, and every dish tasted authentic and homemade. The portions were generous, and the staff was kind and welcoming. If you're looking for authentic Korean comfort food, this place is a must-visit! read more
3 months ago
3 months ago
Woodam never disappoints! The soups are hearty, filling, and absolutely delicious. Now that they serve beer and soju, it's the perfect place to enjoy a comforting meal with great drinks. Highly recommend! read more
Charming new restaurant serving a small menu of Korean comfort food. I tried their suyuk and the meal came on a steamer in a bowl with a fire beneath it. Steaming hot and the server asked me if I'd like a bowl of rice to go with it too. It came with two sauces a light soy based one and ssamjang. I asked for kimchi since I enjoy the meat with some kimchi as well, they gave me a cubed radish kimchi and a cabbage kimchi which went great with the meal. I also tried their lava cheese appetizer which was like a meatball with cheese inside. My friends got the oxtail soup meant for 2-3 people and they enjoyed it very much. Service was great, super nice servers, got seated right away and they routinely topped off my water. They have a small menu so I will be back to try the rest of their offerings when that comfort food craving hits. read more
3 months ago
Great value meal sets! There's only a few items on the menu to choose from and seems like their banchan varies depends on what they have or what is seasonal. The banchan was standard, only one i wasnt a fan of was the potato apple pumpkin mash. The soup is flavorful and very filling. read more
1 year ago
It's a cute little place in flushing. Definitely very clean when I went on a weekday for lunch. I got the regular gukbap and it was hearty. Love the taste. The price is also fair for the area. I sat on the booth for a party of 2. Would not recommend more than a party of 4 in the booth due to the dish size. Would definitely come back. read more
While i really enjoyed the food here, we experienced issues with the service that damped the experience.. First off I want to say that the food here was good, I think everything is priced extremely reasonably, the food portions are good, I really like that everyone gets personal side dishes, the meat and the soup was nice and tender, and the soup itself was really good. My friends and I did however, have issues with the service. We felt that the waiters were very apathetic and they were just giving off the vibe that they didn't want to be there or be working at all. One of my friends walked in earlier to reserve a table, he was asked if he wanted to wait to combine two tables to fit us all or if he wanted to just settle for one of the booths. Having no idea how much space each tray would take up, he opted for the booth, thinking that we would also want more privacy. Immediately as the soup came in, we could tell that all the food was not going to fit on the table for a party of six. The table could only fit four trays max. When we brought this up to the waiter, he did not acknowledge the issue at all, and just shrugged, continue to stand there, making no attempt to help us despite there being empty tables open. We all stood there not knowing what to do. We ended up making the decision ourselves to split up and sit at another table that was open, and moved everything ourselves. Since some of us came later than others, we didn't have enough water cups for everyone. At the table that I sat in, we only had one cup of water, for three people. The waiter came by often to refill that singular cup, making no attempt to ask the rest of us if we wanted water. I felt like the service here was extremely negligent of the customers and it made the entire experience sour. I would definitely come back for the food, but I'd probably just get delivery or something because I would not want to sit through any of that again. Though, one of my friends actually came in earlier that day to get delivery, the waiters forgot about her food and she ended up waiting 30 minutes when the food was done in 10. She waited an extra 20 minutes for nothing and when she finally asked the waitress for updates on her food since she was in a rush that day, the waitress blamed her for not coming up to her to follow up on where her food was. She was speechless. Not only did they mess up but they shifted responsibility and blame onto her. Actually insane work.. TLDR; good food, pricing, and portion sizes. Super bad and negligent service. read more
3 months ago
Ordered the oxtail and short rib jjim, soy sauce marinated crab, and jeju tangerine fizz. The meat was very tender and came with a nice variety of vegetables. For the price of 2 crabs for 24 dollars, the pieces were sizable and not too salty. Service was very friendly and patient. read more
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The best Korean food you'll find in downtown flushing. Generous serving sizes and the sides are always top notch. The staff are very friendly and the place is spotless. read more
Woodam is a fairly new Korean restaurant that opened up in Flushing in the past month or two. Specializing in beef soup, the menu is small with only 4-5 items. Initial impression I thought the chef must be quite confident in his soup to gamble the success of his restaurant on 3 dishes and confident enough that people will return for more. Well he might be right because I've been back since my first visit. If you crave soup and rice, this is definitely a must try restaurant that gives you the comfort food feeling -- especially on a cold, winter day. I ordered the spicy sogogi gumbo, which is a Korean soup with slow-simmered beef. For $16, the meal comes with rice, seaweed, and unlimited ban chan. This is such a great deal because it's affordable and comes with much more food than you expect. The beef is super tender and delicious -- coming from someone who isn't a big meat eater. The spicy really isn't that spicy at all -- barely mild at most, if I'm being generous, so I do recommend that over the original soup because the spicy just adds much more flavor to the soup without being spicy at all. For spice lovers like me, you can ask them for more spicy sauce to add to your soup. It helps a bit but it doesn't get to the level of spice that will make you sweat -- don't worry! They also have a special drink called the Jeju tangerine fizz -- it's refreshing but I didn't order again the second time. It was only okay in my opinion. The service is great and I had a wonderful dining experience both times. Love the refillable ban chans and minimal and naturalism decor. read more
4 months ago
3 months ago
One of the best Korean soups I've ever had! It was hot, flavorful, and so satisfying. The restaurant has a lovely atmosphere, making it a perfect place to enjoy a meal. Great food, great service, and a very comfortable environment. I'll definitely be back! read more
3 months ago
very clean and nice space! waitress was also sweet and quick. food was flavorful and cooked well. lunch special comes with a great variety and portions! well thought out dishes and great to bring friends and family. read more
3 months ago
3 months ago
Love the beef broth, rich and no msg. It's a cute cozy place with attentive service. The kimchi and other banchan are okay read more
3 months ago
Food tasted great and had fulfilling portions. The service was on point and the music choice was great as well. read more
3 months ago
3 months ago
I've been here multiple times when they open up until now every single time I've enjoyed their sogogi. If you have two people in my advices, get one spicy and one normal so you can mix things up. read more
1 year ago
Loved my experience here and I'll definitely find myself coming back! :) This place is down the block from Queens Crossing and it's a nice break to be away from all the foot traffic of Flushing Main St. Environment- super clean, cute and cozy! The blend of wooden interior and warm lights give this place such a welcoming atmosphere. Perfect spot to eat alone, on a date, or with some friends Food- our group got the gukbap (regular and spicy), lavarock cheese tteokgalbi (not pictured), oxtail & galbijim to share, and the Jeju Tangerine Fizz Gukbap: I got the regular and this will be my new go-to soup dish. Full of flavor and you can really taste the beef that's been simmering in the broth Lavarock: the perfect appetizer! Was not overly fried/had the perfect crunch + PACKED with flavor Oxtail galbijim: huuuge portion with several pieces of tender oxtail. If you're getting the gukbap too- you can definitely share this with 4+ people Jeju Tangerine Fizz: probably my new favorite fruit drink and is a must try! Not overly sweet and super refreshing read more
3 months ago
Best place to go to eat after hangover. Definitely coming back again. Very nice ambient environment. read more
3 months ago
1 year ago
I had an amazing dining experience at Woodam in Flushing yesterday! From start to finish, everything was perfect. The food was absolutely delicious -- every dish was packed with flavor and so well-prepared. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, making it the perfect spot to enjoy a great meal. The staff was attentive, kind, and made sure we had everything we needed throughout the night. You can tell they really care about their guests and take pride in what they do. If you're looking for authentic, high-quality food in Flushing with outstanding service, I highly recommend Woodam. I can't wait to come back and try more of their menu! The LAVA ROCK CHEESE balls were such a good appetizer and tasted so amazing omg i would order again 100 times. Definitely eat while fresh! If you come you also HAVE to try their Jeju tangerine fizz drink it was such a perfect pair with all the hearty flavorful food. Perfect balance of citrus, real fruit pieces inside and a sorbet! can't wait to come back soon!!! read more
3 months ago
Woodam is my go to for great tasting Korean food without a crowded menu. You can't go wrong when it's just a few Mainstays done to perfection. I highly recommend the Oxtail plate (Honey garlic or Spicy - your choice). The rice cakes are a good start, atmosphere is just right, and the Soju is clean and refreshing. read more
3 months ago
Crab was large and tasted good. Low wait time for the food and despite the low amount of options, they tasted very goo read more
5 months ago
4 months ago
Me and my boyfriend came here and got the collagen soup and the short rib soup. The food was super yummy and hearty, and came with many sides. It is a must try! read more
1 year ago
New Korean soup spot in Flushing! As someone who avidly enjoys soup, I'm glad there's a place open that's much more accessible by public transportation now. The interior is clean, warm and welcoming, and the wait staff were all kind and attentive. They kept checking in on us, making sure our teas and side dishes were consistently refilled when needed. The food itself is great! The price is truly unbeatable, with a whole platter of food for just $16.50. Plus the sides are refillable! We also tried their tangerine fizz, which was very refreshing. Highly recommend this place if you're in the area! read more
1 year ago
1 year ago
Restaurant was small and had around 7 tables. Was able to get a table right away on a Thursday around 5:30pm. Menu only had a few items which I didn't mind since I usually do tend to struggle with ordering when a menu has too many items. Came with a friend and we ordered the Collagen Gomtang, Lava Cheese Tteokgalbi, Oxtail and Galbijjim, and Jeju Tangerine Fizz drink. The Jeju Tangerine Fizz is a must-get! Topped with an orange granita and house made tangerine fizz it was a refreshing drink for a hot day. The Collagen Gomtang came as a set with potato salad, bean sprouts, sliced kimchi, radish kimchi, cucumber kimchi, seaweed pieces, soy dipping sauce, and rice. The soup was packed with oxtail, tendon, brisket, cheek and shank all of which gave the soup a very velvety taste. Even so I felt that it lacked some seasoning and was more on the blander side. The Lava Cheese Tteokgalbi came with 6 pieces. The dish is a deep fried pork and beef meatball stuffed with mozzarella cheese in a black batter. It came with a ranch-like dipping sauce which I really liked. The dish had a good visual but I felt that it was a bit bland without the dipping sauce. My favorite dish of the night was the Oxtail and Galbijjim. For the dish you have the option of honey soy garlic or spicy as well as a topping of cheese. The dish came out steaming and stacked with mountains of meat, radishes, pumpkin, carrots, onions, and rice cakes. The meat was very flavorful and tender with some pieces literally falling off the bone. The Galbi sauce smothered all the ingredients in the meaty, hearty, and rich flavor. Alas it was too much food so I ended up having to get a takeout box for the food. The food overall was good however I felt that the staff was a bit indifferent and weren't too proactive. read more
2 months ago
4 months ago
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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136-93 37th Ave
Flushing, NY 11354
Downtown Flushing, Flushing
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