Paik's Noodle / 홍콩반점 산호세

Ivy N. 3 months ago

Though the venue is small and parking was a challenge, the delicious, thoughtfully curated menu impressed me. The Meat Jajangmyeon and the Stir Fried (w/ Seafood) Jajangmyeon were very flavorful and smokey. The noodles in those dishes were fresh and absolutely cooked perfectly. Their take on "honey walnut prawns" were outstanding. Pot stickers were decent. Such simple dishes executed perfectly. What truly sets this place apart is the service. The staff were exceptionally attentive, friendly, and quick. At one point, I tried to get their attention after they had already walked past my table, and somehow they noticed me out of the corner of their eye, stopped, turned around, and immediately checked if I needed anything. Something about that restaurant that gave me a warm and family vibe. Love it. One of the best services I have experienced in awhile. Highly recommended!

Kameron Nguyen 3 months ago

Food was incredibly delicious and had generous portions. Friendly staff as well. Would highly recommend eating here if you’re craving Korean food. I was surprised at how good it was for a chain restaurant.

Ophelia Lee 4 months ago

I often get takeout there. Servers are always very nice and brings the food out to me. Very good noodles for a decent price. The noodles are handmade and super doughy and satisfying. They give abundant meats and veggies and the sauces are delicious. One large portion is enough to feed 3 people. It's nicely decorated with menu items so you know what to order, plus there aren't too many items so you aren't overwhelmed. You can see the chefs cook through a little glass window at the front. Amazing place for a casual, hearty meal.

Tranx Villanueva 7 months ago

We got there late (8:07 PM with an 8:30 close!) and they still served us without hesitation you almost never see that kind of service these days. The portions are huge for the price, and the taste is actually insane. I'm not exaggerating when I say l've been eating my whole life, but I've never tasted food that has this kind of perfectly balanced, explosive flavor profile. I forgot the name of the guy who served us, but he gave us 3 FREE JAJANGMYEON SAUCE!

Sylvia Lan Edited 10 months ago

Really enjoyed the jajangmyeon here! Probably the best jajangmyeon I’ve tried in the States! The portion size is generous for the price, and the flavors are spot on. The black bean sauce is lighter than the traditional version, which I actually prefer—it feels less heavy but still very flavorful. The noodles have a great chewy texture, just the way they should be. Meat is tender and flavourful as well! The sweet and sour pork was crispy and served in a very generous portion. The stir-fried noodles are satisfying with lots of ingredients. Seasoning is light and spot on! The jjamppong and Gunmandu (deep fried pork dumplings) were a hit and miss.