Totally get all the hype. I usually prefer bold, strong flavors but this soup has a delicate, simple palette that can only be accomplished from solid technique. The main words that come to mind are comforting and homey. Worth the trek if you're not local to the area. We got another round of banchan upon request too. read more

Parksanbal - Korean Near Me - Flushing, New York

Food 4.0/5.0 Service 3.0/5.0 Value 4.0/5.0 Decor 2.0/5.0 Overall 4.0/5.0 What a great hole in the wall spot. They only have the single tofu stew, and you just tell them whether you want spicy or not. Get your own tea or water from the machines at the front. They used to be cash only but I think they now take cards (I paid cash, but I saw a credit card machine). Bathroom in the back despite the sign saying no bathroom. There was a bit of a wait when I got there for a late-rish lunch. Would go back if I were in the neighborhood again for some reason. read more

Parksanbal is one of those no-frills spots that just gets it right. As soon as you walk in, the waitress keeps it simple "spicy or not spicy?" and you're good to go. The banchan is basic but tasty, and I honestly love the laid-back vibe. It's self-serve for water, and no one rushes or bothers you, which makes it feel super low-key and comfortable. I ordered the spicy beef soup and it wasn't too spicy (at least for me), but it was packed with flavor and really satisfying. Heads up: it's cash only, and my bowl was $20. Simple, solid, and exactly what you're craving when you want something warm and comforting. read more

Parksanbal - Spicy beef soup - Korean Near Me - Flushing, New York

So simple and satisfying. The minute you walk through the door, you're asked "spicy or not spicy". That's the only choice you have to make. Take a seat and wait for the piping hot soup to come out. Water and hot tea are self serve and they bring out radish kimchi, omelet, seaweed and rice (you can ask for more). The soup comes out boiling hot, so be careful! I love that the soup is flavorful but not greasy at all like some other gukbap spots. You can really taste that they cooked this for hours. The glass noodles are so satisfying. Note: they're closed on Sundays and it's cash only. read more

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Great spot for no frills piping fresh, steaming hot, beef bone soup with glass noodles. You get a few side dishes and a bowl of rice to accompany your soup. Simple and easy and reasonably priced at $20. Service was efficient because of the streamlined menu (all you need to do is say spicy or not spicy). The decor is basic with benches and an eclectic collection of tables and chairs. read more

Parksanbal - Spicy (top), Not Spicy (bottom) along with side dishes and rice. - Korean Near Me - Flushing, New York

I found this spot on IG and had to try it out for myself and it is definitely worth the hype. I came here for an early dinner during the weekday and didn't have a wait at all. The original beef stew was so hearty and comforting, like a hug in a bowl :) I would love to come back and try the spicy version but the flavor was really good in the original. Overall, I'd say this is a solid no frills soup spot in flushing with good sides, I didn't get a refill but still left satisfied. They also accept credit card now vs. cash only! IG: _acquired.taste read more

Parksanbal - Original Park San Bal Beef and Cabbage Soup with Rice - Korean Near Me - Flushing, New York

Life is short. F....it up! Family, Flavor, Friends Was in the area running errands and Todd piece was suggested by a friend. This is av very traditional old school Korean place that specialize in one thing Beef cabbage soup. Either reg or spicy. Yup no menu just a sign on the wall. Of course tired makes things easy and meant that it should be good. The soup came out boiling so handle w care. They broth brings you back to childhood. Bone broth soup w meat and tendons. Clean tastings w a touch savory. You know that there pot just gets new bones added everyday and had been on boil for years locking in those flavors. You get fried eggs forget to post pic which was really good. Seaweed and pickled radish. If your in the area l and wanting too have to decide what to eat and just want soup this is ur place. read more

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They have one thing on the menu: beef bone soup. You can only order spicy or non spicy. Very simple, so simple you can't mess it up (neither can they!) Come here if you're craving long simmered cozy warm meal for a cold winter day. Staff are quick and efficient and you get unlimited (free refills) of banchan/ eggs/ rice! read more

Wow, I didn't expect much because I thought it's just soup. I was wrong this was what I expect home cooking to taste like from a Korean household. The soup was amazing. I had the spicy and my wife had the regular. I really didn't expect to like it soo much. The bonchon went so well with the soup. I will definitely come back for more. read more

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I been here a few times over the years and never realized I never wrote a review, so here we are. I took a friend who has never been and we really enjoyed our lunch, for me it was as good as I remembered it being. This restaurant has one dish, a beef bone soup and you can order it reg or spicy then they give you 4 sides to eat with the meal. The food: Spicy Beef Bone Soup- The soup is a slow cooked beef bone soup that is PERFECT for the winter time. The sleeper dish is the egg, it comes with scallions and are seasoned to perfection. I like to take the seaweed, add rice egg then ladle broth over, so good. I been coming here for over five years now and I am happy to report it is equally as good as I remember. The prices have gone up over the years and the current price listed was $18.99 but the waitress told us it was $20 so we gave $24 total per person. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=Y_iTTjKvV5hLy-880SZzlA&select=TER3_l6rKpTrUC7_THoeRg read more

Parksanbal - Spicy Beef Bone Soup - Korean Near Me - Flushing, New York

Really good gukbap here. Had both the spicy and non spicy. Liked both but the spicy one had a much more rich flavor. Non spicy was good as well and that is usually my choice but just felt it didnt hit as much. But great service and especially like that they gave a side order complimentary to our baby. Even some rice with seaweed wrap. That alone deserves an extra star from us. read more

Parksanbal - Spicy gukbap - Korean Near Me - Flushing, New York

If you can't pick something from a menu just come here since they've only got one thing. A very delicious soup that comes with side dishes and rice. You can refill side dishes and rice for free and make your soup spicy if you would like. About $20 a person out the door. Small restaurant with extremely quick service. read more

They do one thing here and they do it VERY well. Came on a holiday Monday and put our name in name for 2 people at 12:37 PM; we were seated at 1:12. Spicy beef and cabbage soup with rice was awesome - the broth in particular is sooo good. Perfect cozy winter food! 4.5 stars. read more

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This Korean restaurant has quickly become a staple in my rotation, especially during the cooler months. They do one thing and they do it really well--beef bone soup, either spicy or non-spicy ($18.99). It's incredibly hearty and warming, the perfect comfort food when it's cold outside. I honestly wish more places had such a focused menu because when something is this good, it doesn't need anything else. They are so generous with their side dishes and add the perfect balance to the meal. You get fried egg, pickled radish, seaweed, peppers and bean paste, and the best part is they're happy to offer refills. It's such a nice touch that makes the experience feel even more special. The service is also excellent; the staff is friendly and attentive, always checking in to ensure everything is going okay with our meal. One thing to keep in mind is that this spot is cash only, so be prepared. But with such great food, service, and value, it's totally worth it! read more

Parksanbal - Korean Near Me - Flushing, New York

Parksanbal keeps it simple and perfect -- just two dishes, beef bone soup and spicy beef bone soup, both loaded with tender beef, rich bone broth, collagen, fresh green onions, and glass noodles. The meal comes with rice and endless sides of seaweed, radish kimchi, and egg with green onions and jalapeños. Everything was hearty yet light, comforting, and absolutely delicious. The service from the Hispanic staff was top notch, and the warm, homey ambience made the whole experience even better. read more

Parksanbal - Spicy & Regular. - Korean Near Me - Flushing, New York

Oh this is the bees knees. They only serve one thing and its delicious! When you sit down, they just ask you spicy or not spicy. Super simple. The staff here is exceptional. They don't mess around and they are quick. They are very generous with their side dishes. Quick and efficient. They'll never bag it for you if you want to doggy bag your leftovers. They were so kind! It's $20 a bowl at the end, but MAKE SURE TO TIP! A lot of people just paid $20 and walked away. Give these people tip for their exceptional service. read more

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Wow, so glad I got to try this mom and pop shop during my trip. We woke up craving soup, so I came across this Korean restaurant on Yelp. We came here around 12pm on a weekday, and it was packed inside! People were coming and going so fast after they ate. The way the seating here is set up is that if you're eating alone or if you're table has extra space, they will fit extra people at your table so that everyone has a chance to eat when they enter. An efficient process, but can be awkward if you're an introvert or have social anxiety haha. They only have one item on their menu which is their beef bone soup. You can choose between no spicy or spicy. I opted for no spicy whereas my friend chose spicy. The sides your soups come with is steamed white rice, fried eggs, kimchi radish, seaweed, and jalapeños with soybean dipping sauce. I love that they provided all these sides for you to eat with your soup. It made the whole meal very warming and fulfilling as if you were eating with your family at home. There is a different taste between the no spicy and spicy soup. The no spicy one tasted very hearty and healthy whereas because spicy paste was added into the other one, it tasted more flavorful. I would get either or if I came back to New York to visit. No regrets coming here to try the soups! Portions were huge for me, and the service here was amazing. Our server was friendly, nice and attentive. read more

Came here for lunch. The restaurant was at full capacity. Had to wait maybe 10 minutes for a seat. Asked for a menu and was told this was their only dish (beef soup). You could order spicy or non-spicy. Spicy was not spicy at all for me and I cannot handle spice well which is what I appreciated. The spicy was good but my favorite was the non-spicy. It had such a simple and refreshing taste. It really tasted like "less is more". It's so nice to have on a cold day, very good for your soul. No wonder why this restaurant was packed. $40 for 2 bowls cash and $43 with credit card. I HIGHLY recommend to anyone in the neighborhood to try! read more

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Came here for lunch. This placw only has 1 menu item. Beef & cabbage soup with rice (served non-spicy or spicy). It comes with seaweed, egg, rice, pickled radish, and jalepenos on the side. Comes out boiling so be careful! Verdict: Spicy and non-spicy are both so good. I can see why it's the only menu item and every table is packed. We were worrid about the spice level when ordering but thankfully, the spicy is not as spicy as korean jampong or soondubu. It's very palatable to the normal spice tolerance person. I dont really need any water. The non spicy has very rich flavors of beef and well seasoned broth. Overall we would come back here. Very refreshing for a cold winter day! read more

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Parksanbal is a tiny, cash-only gem that keeps things refreshingly simple it serves just one dish: Korean beef soup. Your only choice is spicy or not. That's it, and honestly, that's part of the charm. The soup is rich and deeply comforting. Simmered for hours with beef bones, the broth turns cloudy and full of flavor, with a savory depth that feels both hearty and soothing. Inside, you'll find soft noodles, tender rice, and just enough beef to round it out. It's not meat-heavy, but the balance of flavors and textures is spot-on. The rice soaking in that broth is especially good soft, savory, and incredibly satisfying. This dish, known as gukbap literally soup with rice has centuries of history in Korea. Parksanbal's version leans toward gomguk/gomtang, a milky beef-bone broth that's slow-simmered to pull out collagen and marrow for that signature richness. Your bowl comes with a small spread of classic Korean sides: roasted seaweed, a fluffy rolled omelet, ssamjang soybean chili paste, fresh hot peppers, and kkakdugi, a crunchy cubed radish kimchi that adds a bright, tangy kick. The vibe matches the food: minimal, calm, and no-frills just a few tables and a focus on the meal. At $20 for the set, it's a fair price for something so deeply rooted in tradition. If you're after a quiet, authentic taste of Korean comfort food, Parksanbal is absolutely worth the stop. read more

Parksanbal - Korean Near Me - Flushing, New York

No frills restaurant with two things on the menu - reg galbi tang or spicy galbi tang. We came on a relatively hot day which made eating this hot bowl of soup a little tough but it was super delicious and hearty. We got one spicy and one non spicy. With every soup order comes with a fried egg, seaweed, radish, and jalepenos and samjang. You also get a bowl of rice that is free refill as long as you ask. Food comes pretty fast and in every bowl comes beef bones and pieces of meat a long with potato noodles. I wish they put more noodles in there but by the time I finished the bowl of rice and most of the soup and meat, I was stuffed! read more

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The wait seems intimidating but it really does move fast (so fast that we had actually gone to a bar nearby for a few minutes and by the time we came back had to put our phone number back on the waitlist). There are only two options for beef bone soup: spicy or not spicy. We got one of each. The spicy was good, not terribly spicy and definitely manageable. However, to my surprise, I actually felt like the non-spicy was more interesting-a really clean soup with good flavor. The glass noodles were delicious in both. The banchan overall was great: radish kimchi (definitely not a kimchi guy but I really enjoyed this), seaweed to wrap around some rice and radish, egg, green pepper with dipping sauce. For both soups we paid a flat fee of $40, no option for a tip? Overall, a simple dining experience but definitely worth the try. read more

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I've been waiting to come to this place and it lives up to the hype. It's a small restaurant and for seating when there's a wait, you put your name down on a clipboard to wait for seating. As of Oct 2025, it's $18.99+tax. It's basically $20pp for a soup. It's pretty worth it. The broth was so flavorful. It was a tad too salty for my liking but seriously so so so delicious. The ban Chan was great and the service was great. The servers were attentive. It's a great spot for a group of 2-4 but no more than that. It's not a place to sit for long. People tend to eat and go within 30 minutes. I will definitely be coming back in the future read more

Parksanbal - Korean Near Me - Flushing, New York

Both soups were so good and comforting and warm my soul instantly as I had my first sip. The beef was so tender and the glass noodles were so soft. The table next to us said they've been coming here for 10 years! The staff were also very tentative and sweet - they had a small bowl of soup just for my small daughter and also gave her seaweed and rice. They also kept checking in to see if we're doing ok and offered more omelette as they saw my daughter devoured it all. I would definitely recommend! read more

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Love that there is only 1 thing on the menu - beef soup, which comes in spicy or not spicy. They're very efficient even though the space is small. There will likely be a wait during meal times, but it goes pretty quickly. Just write your name on the clipboard and wait for your name to be called (they won't call your #, so you do have to wait in person). Right before you'll be seated, they'll take your order too so it speeds things up when you get to your table. They start you off with ban chan - kimchi radish, fried egg, seaweed, peppers. Each order comes with a bowl of rice and a piping hot bowl of soup. Since it was our first time, we got 1 of each. The spicy one wasn't actually too spicy! but we enjoyed the flavor of the non spicy one better because you can really taste the beef bones that have been simmering for a longg time. I would've given 4 stars, but they don't have a bathroom?? they said it wasn't working, but not sure if that's all the time or just the day we went.. Super inconvenient when you're 9 months pregnant and have an itty bitty bladder read more

I was disappointed the last time I visited - The broth was incredibly flavorful, but the portion sizes, especially the protein and carbs, were disappointing for the price (which has gone up again). I understand price increases, but the food should reflect that too. I was definitely searching for the beef in my bowl - The service and ambiance felt rushed due to the cramped space and limited seating - The unlimited banchan was the only redeeming factor. While not extraordinary, the side dishes at least helped fill the gap, since the main dish alone didn't quite satisfy While I'm happy that influencers have helped bring more attention to this hidden gem, it seems like there's been a trade-off read more

A super warm and comforting meal on a cold day! They sell one item on the menu when I went: Beef and Cabbage Soup with Rice and I got the spicy version. It was not that spicy to me but I think the spice added an extra depth to the soup. There was vermicelli, beef on the bones, and some veggies in the soup. Very flavorful and not overwhelming salty. You can tell the meat was boiled for awhile. The rice helps balance it out. The banchan was super basic - they only gave us three items and were not that versatile. I would say this place gets packed so come on an off time to get seating as it is limited. Turnover rate is high though because people go in and out. read more

Parksanbal - Park San Bal Beef and Cabbage Soup with Rice - Korean Near Me - Flushing, New York

My favorite Galbi Tang spot ever! I love how they only have the Galbi Tang on the menu. I always get the non-spicy so I can really enjoy the flavor of the soup. The sides (eggs, seaweed, radish, peppers) are sooo good as well. You order a soup and you get a bowl of rice. As much as I love this spot and have been coming here for over 5 years, it is a disappointment though that the flavor is not consistent. It did use to taste better as well. I'll always tip 18% here but it also feels weird when the workers are checking the amount of tip that they're getting. read more

On a cold, wintery Saturday, I couldn't think of anything better than a warm bowl of soup, and Parksanbal delivered! What's unique about this place is that they only serve one dish - Beef & Cabbage Soup with Rice. My total came out to $20 (with tax) on a credit card. At 11:30 AM on a Saturday, the place was already poppin'! Everything was honestly tasty. The banchan was great, and I loved every item-the scrambled egg pancake, seaweed, and pickled radish (which is usually my least favorite but was surprisingly delicious!). The Doenjang (I think) paired well with everything. I ordered the non-spicy soup, and it was really good - plenty of beef, chewy glass noodles, and a comforting broth. Perfect for a chilly day! They also refill almost everything, which was a nice touch. Water is self-serve. While I really enjoyed my meal, as a tourist, I don't know if I'd go out of my way to come back. However, if I lived nearby, I could see myself visiting frequently! read more

My friend and I got some gukbap for early dinner. There was no line! We sat down immediately and ordered 2 spicy soups. The side dishes were simple. We really felt like we were eating at home. The soup was exactly what I wanted! I love how you can ask them for more rice and side dishes free of charge. $20 for one soup bowl! They also have a clean restroom in the back. I would come back when I am craving some gukbap! read more

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Small restaurant, but always bustling when I stop by. They usually have a paper waitlist that gets checked off when a table opens. Definitely worth the wait. The service is quick and friendly. They will get your order right away and bring out the banchan, as well as any refills you request. There is a water cooler by the entrance of the restaurant with cups and brown rice green tea bags. There's no need for a menu, as your only option is Spicy or Not Spicy. The banchan consists of seaweed, radish kimchi, sliced omelette and sliced jalapenos that come with a dipping sauce. They also bring out rice with the soup. The soup is tastes like home cooked comfort food. It comes in a hot bubbling stone pot and is filled with glass noodles, veggies and beef (with a big hunk of bone!) The meat is fall out the bone tender. I prefer the spicy version, as it adds that little extra kick. I enjoy making the perfect bite of seaweed, beef, soup drenched rice and the sliced jalapeno with the dipping sauce! Just be careful with the jalapeno - some are super spicy. Make sure to slurp down every last drop of delicious hearty soup! read more

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Perfect soup for hangovers and for the cold weather here in NYC. The soup is hearty and cures the soul. They give high unlimited sides and rice! Great hole on the wall Spot if you are looking for some good soup. read more

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SO AMAZING! Definitely worth the wait! Only two options - spicy or not! The side dishes are simple but delicious and compliments the soup. Ask for more if you want anything. Soup was flavorful, filling and hearty. Absolutely reminds you of your grandma's cooking. The staff were all really helpful and kind. read more

Parksanbal - Korean Near Me - Flushing, New York

I mean what to say that hasn't been said before. The staff was attentive. The food is simple and delicious. The place has a retro minimal look to it that works perfectly well. read more

They only have 1 item on the menu but they do it well! Beef bone soup. You just have to choose spicy or non spicy for the soup base. Spicy is not very spicy so I would recommend that for more flavor. It comes with some side dishes like omelette, seaweed, and pickled radish. Very fast service. They're a very casual place. I believe they are cash only. When you're done with the meal, Try the Hey Yogurt place next door, it's amazing! read more

Bookmarked Parksanbal because of a Righteous Eats feature. I'm so glad I was able to come by. It was such a nice comforting meal. They only serve one thing, beef bone soup, and it's only offered as spicy or nonspicy. I got a spicy one after asking how spicy it was. Turns out it's very mild. The spice provides an extra depth of flavor. The beef was super tender and fell off the bone. The noodles had a good chewiness. It was filling without being too rich. The soup was good, perfect for a rainy day. There's self-serve water and tea at the front. The banchan is unlimited. There are seaweed, radish kimchi, egg omelette, and green peppers with samjang. The banchan combined with rice, tastes so good. The radish could be fermented longer, as it tastes like it was just made. Ended up as a $20 flat meal. It's great value considering you can get full on banchan and rice alone. read more

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Umm how did I not know about this place? This is a no frills soup only restaurant. Your only options are spicy or not spicy. We got the spicy and it didn't disappoint. It was soul soothing and everything you would dream of from a broth that's cooked/simmered for hours. The service is fast and casual. I def recommend. read more

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4/5 togo order. It was good. Beef was cooked well. Soup could be more flavorful (but it is personal preference) Wish there's more banchan, but came with a pack of seaweed was a nice tough. Overall remedied the cravings though. read more

Parksanbal - Korean Near Me - Flushing, New York

Simple menu - spicy or not spicy. Once you get seated, you answer this question and the food comes flowing. They refill your banchan like no tomorrow, so attentive. They even refill your egg dish when you're almost done! Eggs are expensive !! Everything is simple and delicious. read more

When there's only ONE item on the menu, you know it's gots to be GOOD. I mean, wow. We ordered while waiting for seats - spicy or no spicy. That's all that's to it. The beef broth was served bubbling. Simple yet packed with flavors! Lots of meat on the bone and in the soup. Bonchons were delightful. Fast service. Friendly staff. Will definitely be back! read more

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