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Welcome to Byung Chun Soondae

Byung Chun Soondae invites diners into an authentic Korean culinary experience nestled in Flushing, NY. This cozy eatery is renowned for its rich selection of comforting soups, particularly the beloved soondae guk, a hearty blood sausage soup that's a staple for late-night cravings. Patrons rave about the generous portions and customizable offerings, like the galbi tang and kimchi kong nameul soup. With a casual atmosphere, it serves as a perfect spot for families and groups seeking delicious, affordable meals. Despite the occasional service hiccup, the warm, soul-soothing dishes make every visit worthwhile, translating tradition into a welcoming dining experience.

LOCATIONS

Welcome to Byung Chun Soondae, a cozy gem nestled in the heart of Flushing, New York, where the rich flavors of Korean cuisine come alive. This delightful restaurant, located at 156-03 Northern Blvd, is a haven for food enthusiasts, especially those craving hearty soups and traditional Korean comfort food. With offerings that range from soon dae to galbi tang, Byung Chun Soondae serves dishes that not only warm the soul but also tantalize the taste buds.

Upon entering, you'll notice the casual ambiance—perfect for both families and groups looking to enjoy a hearty meal together. The restaurant accommodates various dining preferences, including indoor and outdoor seating, and even late-night options for those spontaneous cravings. Notably, they accept reservations and offer takeout, making it a convenient choice for any occasion.

  • Menu Highlights:
    • Kimchee Kong Nameul Soup: A standout dish praised for its depth of flavor, perfect for those chilly days.
    • Kalbi Tang: A tender beef bone soup that meat lovers rave about for its hearty portion and rich taste.
    • Soondae (Korean blood sausage): The restaurant's signature dish varies in presentation but consistently delivers on flavor, making it a must-try.
  • Value for Money: Diners frequently commend the reasonable prices, particularly the special breakfast prices for select soups at only $9.99.
  • Customizable Experience: Each table is equipped with a variety of condiments, allowing you to tailor your soup just the way you like it, whether it's adding spice with chili paste or enhancing flavor with shrimp paste.
  • Family-Friendly: With many vegetarian options, good vibes, and good service, it's an excellent spot for kids and adults alike.

Beyond just satisfying hunger, Byung Chun Soondae encapsulates the essence of Korean communal dining. Patrons often highlight the one-of-a-kind experience of enjoying army stew or pork bone stew, prepared right at the table, bringing an interactive element to your meal. This sense of tradition and warmth translates into a cozy atmosphere that feels like home.

While some reviews mention that the service can be hit or miss, the flavorful dishes more than compensate for any lapses in hospitality. The ambiance is filled with moderate noise, which contributes to the feeling of being among friends and family. Plus, the presence of TV screens adds to the casual, laid-back dining experience.

In summary, Byung Chun Soondae isn't just about food; it's about community, comfort, and a dash of authentic Korean flair. Whether you're a long-time fan of Korean cuisine or a first-time visitor, this restaurant promises a fulfilling dining experience that will leave you wanting more. Don't forget to check out their offerings after a visit to the nearby Hmart; it's the perfect way to round off your culinary adventure!

For reservations, call (718) 460-1044 and get ready to indulge in some of the best Korean comfort food Flushing has to offer!

START YOUR REVIEW OF Byung Chun Soondae
Kris L.
Kris L.

Cozy no frills Korean restaurant serving hot Korean soups to warm the soul. Prices are reasonable and they offer special prices for some soups during breakfast for only $9.99. My favorite is the kimchee kong nameul soup. My husband favors the hearty kalbi tang. Their specialty is soon dae and many come for that. Not too much ban chan is the only downside.

Kristi Y.
Kristi Y.

Something about a rainy day always makes me want to venture out for some good cozy soup dishes. This place is one of them. Not too crowded on a Friday night, located near IHOP and jongro, this place is not flashy. Was promptly seated and given menus. Ordered the galbi tang and the bf ordered the sundae guk. Every table has a variety of condiments for soup (ie pepper, salt, chilli paste, shrimp paste, etc) so you can customize your soup to your liking. The galbi is huge, literally a huge bone that can entice any meat lover~. They also give a variety of small side dishes as well as a choice of white or purple rice. Service was ok, at the end of the menu it's a bit hard to get the waitress but it was only one active waitress when we went. Overall food and vibes were very homey and cozy. Would definitely recommend.

Mike H.
Mike H.

Food and service is great. For people who are saying it's authentic Korean food, that's total bullshit. There is no authentic(traditional) Korean food in flushing except a very few places unless you are referring that it has a Korean taste to it. To be real, People need to stop with the authentic bullshit comments. To continue its good for hangovers and a late night grub.

Vera T.
Vera T.

Came because of a friend recommendation , here's my thought Pro Food came relatively quick, we got gamjatang and Soondae to share. Big portion, and affordable. Gamjatang is so good, lot of meat and fall out the bone, soup is so flavorful. Good soondae too, we never had this version, lighter in color than what we usually see, but really good. Con The hygiene is questionable... the wait staff placed banchan out in the open next table before they put it in our table, and we could see a lot of small flies on it ... we politely declined it. Service is a miss, don't expect kind greeting and smile, come just for the food.

Wendy W.
Wendy W.

Amazing food! Deserves a much higher rating than what it currently has. The rice is perfectly cooked (a little on the firmer side as it soup be). There is plenty of meat in the soup. I love my kimchi more fermented and this place has that! Ordered the pork bone soup 9/10, kimchi soup 8.5/10, and galbi bibimbap 8/10. All delicious but what made it better was the great service!

Christopher S.
Christopher S.

FLUSHING, NY 11354 / KOREAN SPECIALTY CUISINE (PORK) / 07-14-24 / DINNER +$15.99 Pork Blood Sausage Soup and complimentary banchan side dishes that will fill you up. +Quick service, typical Korean restaurant. -Something was laced with MSG.

Emily C.
Emily C.

I've passed this restaurant so many times and I've never gone but I hope my review boosts up this place cause it's actually a great spot for Korean food! There's a few parking spaces directly in front and inside is actually pretty big, with plenty of tables. We were seated immediately since it was already 10pm but we came with a large group of 10 people. We ordered several items to share and prices were very reasonable. - Seafood pancake: decent size and good amount of seafood! Slightly thick but still crispy. - LA Galbi: one of the best meats. Super tender and flavorful, perfect with their freshly steamed rice (something about Korean rice in the metal tin just hits different). - Army stew: a classic stew with tons of toppings and the best part is adding the ramen (so much so that we ordered another ramen to add in). It's cooked on the table so you get to eat it as it's heated up. - Pork bone stew: spicy pork bones with potatoes, also cooked at the table. It's technically already cooked but it continues to cook at the table and it's super flavorful. The stew gets very thick so I'd definitely recommend to ask for more of the stew. There's actually a lot of pork bones and decent amount of meat on them too. - Blood sausage soup with extra meat: we ordered the one with extra meat so that it came with soondae on the side as well as some other organ meats. It usually comes unseasoned cause they have the condiments on the side for you to add to taste. The blood sausage was slightly on the gamey side so I didn't like it as much but others liked it. - Spicy pork bulgogi: spicy pork over rice in a hot stone pot. A classic with thinly sliced pork, not too spicy. Overall, a great spot for authentic Korean food. The staff was nice and it's very spacious inside which was great for a large party. I'd definitely come back for their other stews!

Craig P.
Craig P.

The food here is great, my friend and I ordered the 보쌈 (bossam) and 순대국 (soondae guk), both very delicious. The service here was also amazing, super friendly staff and great atmosphere, very cozy restaurant. Definitely recommend.

Carmen Z.
Carmen Z.

Just tried this restaurant but definitely going back when I'm craving for soupy rice dishes! They close at 12am too for those who need late night food after drinks! Pretty far out but if you're in the area the food is really good and warming. I got the soondae with extra meat soup bowl which actually comes with way more than expected since my set was only $14. The soup itself is rich but bland, this is when you add the salt, fermented shrimp, etc that are on the side at every table. It was amazing, hit the spot for me since I've been craving it all winter. Soondae was also interesting, first time seeing carrots and spinach in them. We ordered the mix rice and it's my first time seeing them actually serve the remaining stuck rice soaked in water. It's literally just that so not so sure how ppl eat them, but we were already suuuuuper full. Didn't get to eat much of that sadly. Place is actually pretty big, open and clean. The only reason why this place is a 4 star and not 5 is bc of the service. We weren't greeted right away as the waitress walked past us. After 2 min of her walking around past us getting stuff for others, she asked how many ppl are we. She didn't say anything, just grabbed the menus and placed them on the table. Didn't tell us to follow her, or told us to sit at this table, and no eye contact so it was quite confusing. My friend asked for the alcohol menu and the server was confused what she meant. I just asked for the makgeolli and she knew what we wanted. (It's nice they server makgeolli with the traditional cups! They maintain the temp of the drink longer) I guess you can point at the clear glass fridge with the drinks if you're having difficulty. BUT! With the food being good, I don't mind service being a little on the less-catering side. I'm Chinese so usually that's how you know food is good lol. Not entirely offended by the attitude, just slightly off-putting and the food made up for it. PRO TIP IF YOU'VE MADE IT THIS FAR. For those who like to roam around supermarkets, this restaurant is actually located right across the bigger Hmart! So you can visit Hmart right after your meal! They also sell the makgeolli cup there. I bought one right after my meal!