Just a mid jajangmyeon with no personality. You can see the packs of instant noodles they use stacked in the corner of the restaurant. But I guess, what can you expect for less than $15 at a chain? read more

I always come here whenever i am craving meat jajangmyeon and it never disappoints! I also order the tangsuyuk and stir fried noodles and it's so good and filling. I have put all my friends on this place and they love it every time i mention coming here. The meat jajangmyeon and the stir fried noodles is so flavorful and the tangsuyuk is so crunchy! For the price and the portion is heavenly sent too, so perfect. The only unfortunate thing is the parking lot outside is pretty small and limited, so keep that in mind. Sometimes i park across the street from the other plaza since the parking lot is bigger. Tungtungtungsahur rates 5/5 read more

FOOD: 4 SERVICE: 4 AMBIANCE: 3 VALUE: 4 We were looking for something different for lunch and we came across Paik's. A no thrills Korean restaurant specializing in their black bean sauce rice/noodles. We ordered: Fried Dumplings - minced pork and vegetables dumplings deep fried to perfection. Crunchy, meaty and just need a dousing of vinegar. Jajang Rice - rice covered in shrimp egg omelette with the black bean jajang sauce on the side. The omelette was done right, not dry, but the black bean jajang sauce was really what made the dish. Beef Jjamppong - noodle soup with beef slices and mixed vegetables. Comforting bowel of needles with thinly sliced beef and cabbage. Jajangmyeon - their signature noodles with black bean sauce. Very umami and the noodles were done just right. Cheap (for nowadays) and good food, what else can you ask for? read more

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this was my first time having jajangmyeon and it was really good! the portions at this place are really good that one dish you can easily share between two people the service was also really fast and attentive the only thing that sucked was that they made their radish pickle wrong that day, it was terribly salty instead of sweet read more

Go-to spot for jjamppong and jajangmyeon! This place is always packed and there's always a line outside. The parking lot is very smal land it's always full, but the plaza across the street usually has available parking spaces. I've been getting the jjamppong here more frequently than jajangmyeon but both are really great options! I love the seafood flavor in the jjamppong and the noodles are chewy. The portion is great for the price point. read more

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I love that no matter where in the world I go that has a Paik's Noodle, that I can expect to be full and happy by the time I exit. In this case, I was very pleased with my meal. My meal in Santa Clara felt like a meal in Seoul. read more

Paik's Noodle - Korean Near Me - Santa Clara, California

This is my go-to spot when I'm really hungry and craving something I can't easily make at home. The jjamppong jjajang (쟁반짜장) never disappoints and is perfect for sharing between two people. The tangsuyuk (탕수육) is always crispy and super satisfying too. It can lean a little salty at times, but it still tastes fresh and really good overall. I did try their jjamppong a while back and didn't love it at the time, but I'm not sure how it is now. I'll definitely be back. read more

Paik's Noodle - Jaengban-Jjajang / Stir-Fried Blackbean Sauce Noodle with Seafood and Veggies Tangsuyuk / Fried Pork with Sweet & Sour Sauce - Korean Near Me - Santa Clara, California

The food here is pretty decent. This is my first time trying black bean noodles and they gave a huge portion. I was expecting more flavor, but it was still good. We also ordered a seafood soup which was delicious and I shared it with three people. The service was fairly quick. The restaurant itself is quite cozy and clean. read more

Paik's Noodle - Jjamppong / Spicy Seafood Noodle Soup Jajangmyeon / Blackbean Sauce Noodle - Korean Near Me - Santa Clara, California

This Korean chain specializing in jajangmyeon is owned by celebrity chef/entrepreneur Paik Jong-won (one of the Culinary Class Wars judges). On our first visit, we tried Jajangmyeon (Noodles with a savory Black Bean Sauce, Pork and Vegetable) and chili shrimp. The good: the noodle texture was perfection! Chewy, bouncy, and craveable with the black bean sauce. The sauce itself was not very complex. We also tried the chili shrimp. While the shrimp were cooked perfectly-plump and juicy-the sauce was overly sweet without much heat or nuance. Upon seating, each table is provided a dish of pickled veggies. On a Friday night, we had a short wait. The line got longer as the night went on. Open, casual dining area. Efficient service. Reasonable prices. The food itself is just ok, but the noodles are worth trying. read more

Paik's Noodle - Jajangmyeon / Blackbean Sauce Noodle and Gunmandu / Fried Dumpling - Korean Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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This is one of my goto spots when in town. I've been craving their noodles and could not wait to order the stir fried noodles. The sauce is just so tasty. The noodles come with pork, shrimp, squid and vegetables in them and are delish, especially when piping hot. I just slurp them right up!! There is also a vegetarian version as well. Lots of different noodles on the menu, but these are my absolute favorite. Prices are so reasonable as well and service is very prompt. Restaurant has ample seating, but can get crowded at peak hours and you may have to wait to get in. It's well worth the wait! read more

Paik's Noodle - Sit fried noodles - Korean Near Me - Santa Clara, California

Food: top-tier noodles and taste jjajjangmyeon / black bean noodle (10/10) !!!! - this is a MUST ORDER every time you come - my favorite noodles ever Shrimp creamu (10/10) - basically honey walnut shrimp but honestly way better - the flavor is perfect and the batter has suchhh a nice chew to it Tangsuyuk / fried pork with sweet and sour sauce (8.5/10) - love ordering this! pairs well with the jajangmyeon jjamppong (8.5/10) - delicious but i just love the jjajangmyeon more. Great if you're feeling soup-y Service: friendly Popular spot but wait is never too long. They are always really efficient (ie they come to you for you to pay, attentive) Ambiance: clean Lots of seating. They have booths for larger groups. Great for small parties read more

I came here with friends. I ordered the tangsuyuk, meat jajangmyeon, and meat jjampong. It came out within 10 minutes. I enjoyed the tangsuyuk and meat jajangmyeon the most. The sweet and sour sauce with the fried pork is heavenly. The meat jajangmyeon was sweet and tasty. Wish it had more meat though. The meat jjampong I didn't like because the soup broth had a very strong seafood taste to it. This is a great place for dates, family meals, or hangout with friends! The parking lot is small though so try to find parking before meal times or parking elsewhere. I would definitely come here today just for their meat jajangmyeon and tangsuyuk! read more

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I wanted to try Paik's because of the show Culinary Class Wars. .We order take out via Uber Eats. Jajangmyeon is definitely spot-on in terms of flavor. The noodles are also nice and el dente. We ordered a large and it was enough to share between 3 people. Sweet and sour pork -- the pork was nice and crunchy but the meat was a bit dry. Chili Shrimp -- also deep fried with a light batter. The Chili sauce is really a sweet and sour sauce. We also tried the Jjamppong and it is filled with seafood. I love the spiciness of the broth. Jajangmyeon is definitely the tastiest item out of everything we ordered. read more

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Been visiting Paik's and absolutely love this place since I've been introduced to it. Glad there's one in SoCal and in the Bay. It's a reliable Korean cuisine spot. It's a good price for everything, making it worth the money. The portions are so large that it's ideal for family style or left overs to save for yourself. Absolutely delicious food!! Be careful of the spicy foods. While delicious, it adds both the kick of flavor and heat. read more

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This time, I ordered Fried egg with rice and a side of spicy soup. This rice plate was good and went well with their black sauce. The spicy soup was good too but their squid was still a bit chewy. read more

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Arrived around 5pm on a Friday and were seated immediately. By the time we left at 5:40, there was already a wait, so timing definitely matters. Highly recommend the stir-fried jajangmyeon, mandu, and tangsuyuk. We tried the chili shrimp this time, but we'll probably stick with our usual tangsuyuk next visit. The jajangmyeon is incredibly slurpable, rich, and flavorful--true comfort food that always hits the spot. My husband and I somehow end up coming back every time a new season of Culinary Class Wars comes out, thanks to Chef Paik. Parking can be tough during peak hours, so I'd suggest coming earlier to beat the dinner rush. read more

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The freshly made noodles and savory black bean sauce are so good. Best Jjajangmyeon in NorCal imo. For $13, it's a high quality and perfectly portioned bowl of delicious Korean noodles that hit the spot. The chili paste is actually insanely spicy so I kind of don't recommend it; it coats your mouth in chili spice, so you cant enjoy the delicious black bean sauce. Service was great: we got our orders taken down quickly, free water refills, and our check when we were done eating. Parking lot is pretty small, but there's plenty of street parking nearby. read more

Paik's Noodle - Jajangmyeon / Blackbean Sauce Noodle - Korean Near Me - Santa Clara, California

This was my first time trying Jajangmyeon (black bean noodles), and I'm officially in love with this dish! The flavor was rich and savory I have to show this place to my fam! I'll be craving this for a long time. The Jajangmyeon: 10/10. Highly recommend if it's your first time here! No joke, it's soooooo goood!!!!! Sweet and Sour Pork (Tangsuyuk) We ordered this with the sauce on the side to keep the pork nice and crispy, and it was incredibly delicious. A must try!!! I also wanted to try Jjamppong but unfortunately, the spicy seafood noodle soup wasn't really for me and didn't hit the mark like the other dishes did. The service here is quick and fast. Even though they stay busy, the food comes out hot and the staff is efficient. Aside from the Jjamppong, everything else was phenomenal. If you want a fast, satisfying meal, definitely come here for the Jajangmyeon and the pork! read more

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i really like this place & highly recommend, ive been about 4 times now! very solid prices & the portions are quite large, leaving plenty for takeaway. the flavor of the stir fry was flavored well, not too salty also tried the deep fried shrimp dish coded with white mayo sauce & it is DELICIOUS! smaller restaurant on the inside but there was no wait on the weekdays around 7pm. read more

Paik's Noodle - Bokkeummyeon / Stir-Fried Noodle w/ Shrimp and Veggies - Korean Near Me - Santa Clara, California

12/10/2025 I feel like I come here at least once per yr. Inside are still the same old. Very friendly staff. Jajangmyeon was delicious as ever. Still a pretty good portion for the size. This time, we ordered the spicy shrimp, which was new for me. The spicy shrimp dish was decent. The sauce was pretty spicy but a good spice. I don't really like the chips in my dish but my friend liked it. The shrimp was decently sized and nicely coated. Overall a great spot to dine in and iv been recommending it to my friends who also think it's great. read more

Paik's Noodle - Spicy shrimp - Korean Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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After watching Culinary Wars, I was highly motivated to try Paik's Noodle. I think I harbored too high of expectations because of that, as the quality fell a bit short. We ordered the Meat JaJangmyeon and Jjamppong. So their noodle texture is definitely impressive and unique; perfectly al dente, chewy, and glossy. It tastes like some sort of tapioca noodles. However, the flavors of both the JaJangmyeon and Jjamppong did not follow the same upwards trajectory. The JaJangmyeon needed a bit more salt to me. I've had a better tasting one at a local Korean mom and pop joint. I liked the Jjamppong better than the JaJangmyeon, but I felt as if it just tasted like a spicy Korean noodle soup with a hint of seafood; nothing extremely distinctive. Not to mention, the seafood inside the Jjamppong was minimal and the mussels were really tough. We came at an off hour so there wasn't a wait nor was it hard to find parking, but I can definitely see how it could be problematic. There were also a lot of flies flying around. I do still want to try their stir-fried JaJangmyeon and tangsuyuk, but having tried the two classics already and not being super awed by them does kind of set the precedent. read more

Paik's Noodle - Meat JaJangmyeon - Korean Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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Hidden gem for some Korean food in santa clara. I recently found out they have other locations as well. The restaurant is in a small complex with limited parking. Its popularity speaks for itself with the long waiting list but the line moves fast. I came here on a weekend evening but had to wait for only 10-15 minutes. The service is pretty quick and the servers are very friendly. The menu is pretty limited here of you are looking for some variety. You definitely must try the jajangmyeon here! I liked the texture of the noodles and the flavor of the black bean sauce. I would like to try other versions of jajangmyeon. I also got their cream shrimp but it didn't hit the spot. The batter was not coated well and it wasn't crispy. The shrimp was fresh but it wasn't cooked well and the sauce wasn't that great. This dish was a big miss. I would come back to repeat the jajangmyeon and try some of their other dishes. read more

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Jajangmyeon - Noodles are very chewy. May not be for everyone. Thought the sauce was a bit too sweet but it was still pretty good. 3.5/5 Sweet and Sour Pork (tangsuyuk) - This was just okay. I've had better. 3/5 Bokkeummyeon (stir fried noodle with oyster sauce - It had good wok hei (iykyk) and flavor. 4/5 Overall, decent spot for quick take out. Everything was packaged thoughtfully well. read more

Paik's Noodle - Korean Near Me - Santa Clara, California

They are much better when dining in or even take out, but be careful with catering. We had an office catering with them and they are so focused on delivering quality of food that the office efficiency suffered. We had a long long line as the whole setup only serves one employee at a time. After the queue, you arrive at the station first with the yellow pickled radish and a bowl of plain noodle. Naturally you open the bowl and put the pickles inside. Then the broth station where it's a spicy broth or a vegetarian one. They didn't tell me the spicy broth is seafood. And they'll ask you to pick up the radish before they put the broth into the bowl so the flavors don't mix. So I saw a coworker reached into the bowl and picked out the radish with her fingers and fidget to put them on the bowl cover. lol....so unnecessary! Anyhow, I don't want anything spicy, so I moved onto the Jjajang station, which is for dry noodle with sauce and the sauce has pork. The sauce only had 3 small pieces of meat and some chopped onions. Although it's sufficient to coat the noodle, it's really not much nutrients. The sauce tastes sweet. Moving down the line, there's prepared dry noodle for vegetarians which has more veggie ingredients and then lastly sweet soy chicken wings for people who don't eat pork or seafood. I loaded up on that and they are delicious! Later on as they started to run out, I saw that they added a garlic and tomato clam and fried chicken drum sticks. Food tasted good overall, but after lining up for 30 minutes on a busy day, it's just not as exciting. read more

Dropped by on a Wednesday noon--third visit, and this place keeps scoring. We were seated immediately despite the restaurant being nearly full (about 90%). Within five minutes, piping-hot dishes arrived. The fried pork? Crisped to golden perfection, juicy on the inside, and still sizzling. The black bean noodles were just as unforgettable as before--springy noodles drenched in a rich, savory black bean sauce that hits all the right notes. Speedy service, consistent quality, and flavors that never disappoint. If you're craving legit Korean black bean noodles, this is the spot. Highly recommend! read more

Paik's Noodle - Fried pork - Korean Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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MENU AND FOOD: Paik's offers a list of Korean-Chinese noodle soups, stir fried noodles and other meat/shrimp dishes. SERVICE AND ATMOSPHERE: Service is quick and efficient. Their indoor decor is appropriate and appealing. They have indoor seating only. PARKING: Located in a small plaza, they have a small lot with other frequented businesses as well. So, it can be tough to find a spot. Street parking is recommended! IMPRESSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS: We've had their jjamppong, stir fried noodles, sweet and sour pork and chili shrimp. All but their sweet and sour pork have great flavor and texture. This spot is always busy and we definitely understand why! read more

I have been coming to Paik's Noodle for years, and to me, this is hand down the best Korean cheap eat in the Bay Area. Great price, greater portion, quick service, and consistent quality. Always have so much leftovers to bring home and the bill won't break your bank. read more

Paik's Noodle - Jjamppong, Jajangmyeon, Gunmandu, Tangsuyuk - Korean Near Me - Santa Clara, California

Even when the restaurant is busy the service is always great and servers are very kind. They will move you to better seats when it's more spacious. I enjoy eating here very often. The jjajangmyeon (spicy or non spicy) and the crispy pork is a good combination for two people to share. read more

We came on a Saturday night, there was a small wait time of 15 minutes before we got seated. The parking was brutal. The parking lot was really small so we had to camp for parking. We ordered the jajangmyeon and the sweet and sour pork, the portions are really generous and were able to feed my partner and I. We even took some of the pork home because we were not able to finish everything. Food was delicious, really enjoyed both of the items we ordered. Would definitely recommend to try if you are craving some Korean comfort food. read more

Paik's Noodle - Jajangmyeon / Blackbean Sauce Noodle Tangsuyuk / Fried Pork with Sweet & Sour Sauce - Korean Near Me - Santa Clara, California

This place is 5/5 in everything. Service is kind, attentive, and friendly. The place is neat and has good seating but probably gets packed during the day. I went closer to 7pm. Place has a lot and plenty of parking nearby. Love that they offer plenty of sauces as well as complimentary radish side dish. Got the jjampong, stir fried black bean, fried pork and creamy shrimp! Everything was so good and tasted authentic. Only thing I would have wanted more is for the shrimp to be a little crispier but maybe it's supposed to be a soft layer with the creamy sauce. Still good though! Will definitely be back again!! read more

Paik's Noodle - Korean Near Me - Santa Clara, California

I came with a friend and we ordered so many dishes! The jjajjangbap was really good. Just FYI, the egg has shrimp in it so I asked for it on the side. The garlic chicken wasn't my favorite. It had a weird after taste. We ordered the soup, jjajjangbap (and it came with soup), mandu, garlic chicken, and sweet and sour pork! Overall really satisfied and the servers were super nice and attentive. read more

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Omg the first time I've been here and the black bean noodle was amazing! So chewy, so flavorful and one of the best black bean noodles I've had. I love the spicy seafood noodle soup too. There were a lot of jalapeños in it and it was spicy. I love spice wish it was more hot, but the seafood tasted really fresh. The crispy sweet and sour fried pork was really good! I enjoyed the batter cooked with the pork and the dipping sauce went really well with it. The service was nice and the food came pretty quick. We sat at a booth inside and it was pretty casual. I'd recommend this place! read more

Paik's Noodle - Jajangmyeon / Blackbean Sauce Noodle, Jjamppong / Spicy Seafood Noodle Soup, Tangsuyuk / Fried Pork with Sweet & Sour Sauce - Korean Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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I came here with very high expectations just because many people said that this was really good minced noodles. Sadly, I was kind of disappointed the noodles didn't really have much of a bouncy bite to it. For the sauce, I think I prefer it to be slightly a little thicker and a little bit more flavor. I just felt like everything was very bland and I wish that it just had a little bit more of a kick. What helped was actually the pickled veggies I feel like that was a nice touch to kind of give it a little bit more of a kick. The service was regular, like not good not bad. read more

One of my favorite Korean restaurants in South Bay. Jjajangmen 5/5 - we really like the texture of the noddles here. And the sauce is really good. Portion size is pretty good for the price Jampong 5/5 - this is my favorite. The peppers can be a bit spicy for some but I really like the spice and flavor of this dish. Good amount of seafood too and prices are great Tongsuyuk 4/5 - this was good but I wish the pork was a bit crispier. We came on a Wednesday night and waited 15 mins. It's always crowded here read more

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Came here with a party of 9! We didn't all come at the same time, but the staff set up a large table quickly and allowed us to sit down even though the entire party wasn't present. There are complimentary picked veggies that were served. We ordered (to all share together): 2 portions of stir fried jajangmyeon 1 large portion of jjampong 1 large portion of beef jjampong 1 sweet and sour pork 1 chili shrimp This was a good portion for all of us, but we did have leftovers so maybe it would have been better if we ordered one less dish. I would definitely recommend to come here with a large party so that you can try a variety of dishes since each portion is honestly HUGE. Additionally, all the dishes came out smoking hot!!! The service was very nice. When the server placed the sweet and sour pork on the table, one piece fell on the table. He said sorry and got us another small bowl with a few more pieces of sweet and sour pork even though none of us complained. My favorite dish out of all of them was the stir fried jajangmyeon. I was at first hesitant because I'm not a big bean fan, but there was no earthiness and grunge to the dish unlike other bean dishes. There's a yummy smoky flavor and the veggies really absorb the flavor. The octopus and shrimp are tender and don't add a fishy flavor to the dish. The noodles are nicely chewy and were honestly perfect to me. All the other dishes were very good! Some notes I had were that I thought the sweet and sour pork was a little chewy, but the sauce that it came with was very yummy and not watery. The jjampong has a little bit of fishy flavor from the clams which isn't what I like, but the rest of the party did like it. The chili shrimp were huge and I liked the breading they used. Overall fantastic and would come again read more

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5 stars for the food. Hadn't gotten the chance to dine in, ordered for pick up. But yoooo, solid, solid food. The order: Sweet and sour pork $15.95: Crispy, crispy pork that wasn't tough, and this perfect sauce that has the same consistency as thick teriyaki sauce. The sauce had such a nice balance. I love ordering tangsuyuk and this plate hits. Jajangmyeon $10.95: Damn, what a good price point. It was such a nice comfort meal. I can only imagine how it is over rice. Nice chewy noodles and a sauce that wasn't bland. Stir-Fried jajangmyeon $19.95: larger portion than the regular jajangmyeon, of course and just a treat to eat. It tasted extra savory. The parking is limited, so be prepared for that. I ordered online or over the phone, I can't remember which. When I went in on a late weekday afternoon, it was PACKED and busy; walked in n out for my pick up. The seating inside seemed kind of slightly small compared to some other Korean restaurants, but I think it was a perfect size to not be overwhelmed and people keep coming all day anyway. Check out this place for sure, and check out their website for a detailed menu. I can't wait to go back to dine in and try their jajang rice and jjamppong. read more

Paik's Noodle - Menu from their website, page 1 - Korean Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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A staple jiajiangmian place here. The "wok hei" is good here and the noodles are tasty. Also the prices are great for the Bay Area. A bang for your buck place on top of being delicious. The wait can't be long but they try to seat you pretty quickly. Once you order the food comes out pretty fast. The place is clean and efficient. One downfall for the place is parking. You may not be able to park on the front lot and may have to circle around for parking. read more

Paik's Noodle - Jajangmyeon / Blackbean Sauce Noodle Tangsuyuk / Fried Pork with Sweet & Sour Sauce - Korean Near Me - Santa Clara, California

Came here on a Saturday afternoon with a friend. Although there was a short wait, it went by quickly. Once we were seated, our food arrived quickly after ordering. We ended up ordering the Tangsuyuk and the stir-fried noodles with shrimp. The Tangsuyuk was perfectly fried, and the sweet sauce on the side went nicely with the fried pork. The noodles were chewy and flavorful, and the shrimp in it was delicious. The inside of the restaurant was also nice and vibrant! Overall, the staff were friendly, service was quick, and everything tasted really great. I would highly recommend, especially if you're in the mood for noodles and fried pork! read more

Paik's Noodle - Bokkeummyeon / Stir-Fried Noodle w/ Shrimp and Veggies - Korean Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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Food Portions Affordable Service Everything is just A+! I love getting the stir fried seafood jajangmyeon (10/10) it's a big heaping portion. If you don't do well with the regular jajangmyeon with black bean paste, this is an amazing alternative! Seafood jjampong (9/10) is spicy but delicious as they use the name noodles as their jajangmyeon, nice and chewy and springy. Sweet and sour pork (10/10) I love how it comes out crispy and they don't drench the sauce all over, you can dip as you like while keeping the crispiness. I love adding the spicy powder on the pork for that extra kick! Creamy Shrimp (8/10) this pairs so well with white rice, it's still crispy even with the creamy sauce, reminds me of honey walnut shrimp This is the best location for paiks so if you're craving Korean/Chinese cuisine, come here! Parking is a bit limited so you might have to park across the street read more

Paik's Noodle is by far my favorite jajangmyeon spot ever. The jajangmyeon is perfectly chewy, and the sauce is sweet, rich, and absolutely delicious. You have to pair it with the tangsuyuk (sweet and sour pork) -- it's the perfect combo. The prices are super friendly, really affordable, which makes it even better. There are plenty of tables inside, but on weekends you might have to wait. Parking is a bit tricky, and I usually end up parking a bit far, but it's totally worth it for the food! read more

Paik's Noodle - Jajangmyeon / Blackbean Sauce Noodle - Korean Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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