I followed an online recommendation and made a trip for the bone broth with rice. I got the mild spicy and I felt like it needed more salt. Quick and friendly service on a Tuesday afternoon. Dont think it’s worth a trek but I was quite content with my meal.
tommy wong
I used to come here a lot, not good anymore. Can’t use the restroom 😫 now charge extra for extra Egg now
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Health \u0026 Wealth
Wouldn’t know this amazing place if it’s not because of a local friend’s recommendation! No menu since they only have one famous plate- the beef meat and bone noodle broth along with several delicious side dishes that are free to order refills.
4 hrs of cooking of the broth makes the soup and the beef bones so delicious!
3 generations of heritage!
$20 per person! What a gem! Strongly recommended…
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Joseph
I was looking forward to this place because of its one-menu specialty. But in the end, it was a simple bowl of beef soup - nothing more. That said, I did appreciate the generous amount of meat and was pleasantly surprised by the side dishes like egg rolls and dried seaweed. I don’t think I’d crave it again, but if you’re in the mood for some solid comfort food, this place won’t steer you wrong.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Kimberly Lim Legaspi
Parksanbal is a small, cash-only spot that keeps things incredibly simple , it only serves one dish: Korean beef soup. Your only decision is whether you want it spicy or not spicy. That’s it. And honestly, that’s part of the charm.
The soup itself is rich and comforting. Simmered for hours using beef bones, the broth comes out cloudy and flavorful, with a deep, savory taste. There’s a mix of soft noodles, tender rice, and just a modest amount of meat. While it’s not overloaded with beef, the overall balance of flavors and textures works well. The rice in the broth especially stands out soft, savory, and filling.
Korean beef soup, known as gukbap (국밥), is a soul-warming dish with centuries of history. “Guk” means soup and “bap” means rice, and this meal has long been a staple in Korean households for its heartiness and restorative qualities. The version served at Parksanbal draws from the gomguk or gomtang tradition a milky broth simmered from beef bones for hours (or even days), extracting collagen and marrow to give it that rich, comforting depth.
Alongside the soup, you’ll get a small spread of traditional Korean side dishes: roasted seaweed, a fluffy Korean omelette, ssamjang (a soybean chili paste), Korean hot peppers, and kkakdugi a cubed radish kimchi that adds a nice crunch and tangy kick to the meal.
This dish has deep roots in Korean food culture. Known as gukbap (literally “soup with rice”), it’s a staple comfort food across the country, especially popular in cities like Busan. It’s working-class food in the best way humble, filling, and made with love and patience.
The space is pretty minimal no frills, just a few tables and a calm, unfussy vibe. It’s $20 for the set, which feels reasonable for the portion and overall experience. Definitely a good pick if you’re looking for a quiet, solid meal with traditional roots.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ruby
I’ve lived in NYC my entire life. This is one of my top 5 restaurants in the city. They serve one thing. Spicy or not. And their banchan is better than any Korean restaurant I’ve been. Thank you for being around and being so amazing.
Love, One of your biggest fans
H.
It was fine, I guess. 🤷♀️😬
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
annie
it was good, but ultimately it’s not mindblowing. if you haven’t heard already, this is a one dish restaurant. it only serves one thing: korean beef soup (spicy or non-spicy) for $20 at the time of review (may 2025)
imo, pretty unique because i’ve never came across another restaurant that only serves one dish. but with all the raving reviews, i was expecting it to taste really really yummy. it was not the case in my personal opinion, but it was a very great experience nonetheless. INSANELY quick service with plenty of refills on the banchan (side dishes, which consisted of seaweed, kimchi radish, steamed eggs, jalapeños, and soybean paste)
overall, would recommend if you’re in the area! not so sure if it’s a place you’d make the trek to, though
6.5/10
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Urangoo Ariuntugs
You have to try it to understand it ♥️ extremely delicious and nutritious food in a humble place.
Louis Chen
It’s delicious and affordable, and there are free meals for children!
Having a meal like this occasionally in winter is quite a delightful experience. I specifically chose the original beef bone broth instead of the spicy version just to taste its natural flavor, but it turned out to be quite bland. If you prefer stronger flavors, I’d recommend getting the spicy broth or asking for extra sauce or salt
Steven Ng
No Korean cooks or servers here so didn’t speak any english or Korean. Food is mediocre at best. Taste like overdone beef stew. Definitely overhyped and overpriced by social media. Note that they have no restroom.
Emilie K
Delicious, lots of meat, unlimited sides, great napkins!
I followed an online recommendation and made a trip for the bone broth with rice. I got the mild spicy and I felt like it needed more salt. Quick and friendly service on a Tuesday afternoon. Dont think it’s worth a trek but I was quite content with my meal.
I used to come here a lot, not good anymore. Can’t use the restroom 😫 now charge extra for extra
Egg now
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Wouldn’t know this amazing place if it’s not because of a local friend’s recommendation!
No menu since they only have one famous plate- the beef meat and bone noodle broth along with several delicious side dishes that are free to order refills.
4 hrs of cooking of the broth makes the soup and the beef bones so delicious!
3 generations of heritage!
$20 per person! What a gem! Strongly recommended…
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
I was looking forward to this place because of its one-menu specialty. But in the end, it was a simple bowl of beef soup - nothing more. That said, I did appreciate the generous amount of meat and was pleasantly surprised by the side dishes like egg rolls and dried seaweed. I don’t think I’d crave it again, but if you’re in the mood for some solid comfort food, this place won’t steer you wrong.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Parksanbal is a small, cash-only spot that keeps things incredibly simple , it only serves one dish: Korean beef soup. Your only decision is whether you want it spicy or not spicy. That’s it. And honestly, that’s part of the charm.
The soup itself is rich and comforting. Simmered for hours using beef bones, the broth comes out cloudy and flavorful, with a deep, savory taste. There’s a mix of soft noodles, tender rice, and just a modest amount of meat. While it’s not overloaded with beef, the overall balance of flavors and textures works well. The rice in the broth especially stands out soft, savory, and filling.
Korean beef soup, known as gukbap (국밥), is a soul-warming dish with centuries of history. “Guk” means soup and “bap” means rice, and this meal has long been a staple in Korean households for its heartiness and restorative qualities. The version served at Parksanbal draws from the gomguk or gomtang tradition a milky broth simmered from beef bones for hours (or even days), extracting collagen and marrow to give it that rich, comforting depth.
Alongside the soup, you’ll get a small spread of traditional Korean side dishes: roasted seaweed, a fluffy Korean omelette, ssamjang (a soybean chili paste), Korean hot peppers, and kkakdugi a cubed radish kimchi that adds a nice crunch and tangy kick to the meal.
This dish has deep roots in Korean food culture. Known as gukbap (literally “soup with rice”), it’s a staple comfort food across the country, especially popular in cities like Busan. It’s working-class food in the best way humble, filling, and made with love and patience.
The space is pretty minimal no frills, just a few tables and a calm, unfussy vibe. It’s $20 for the set, which feels reasonable for the portion and overall experience. Definitely a good pick if you’re looking for a quiet, solid meal with traditional roots.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I’ve lived in NYC my entire life. This is one of my top 5 restaurants in the city. They serve one thing. Spicy or not. And their banchan is better than any Korean restaurant I’ve been. Thank you for being around and being so amazing.
Love,
One of your biggest fans
It was fine, I guess. 🤷♀️😬
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
it was good, but ultimately it’s not mindblowing. if you haven’t heard already, this is a one dish restaurant. it only serves one thing: korean beef soup (spicy or non-spicy) for $20 at the time of review (may 2025)
imo, pretty unique because i’ve never came across another restaurant that only serves one dish. but with all the raving reviews, i was expecting it to taste really really yummy. it was not the case in my personal opinion, but it was a very great experience nonetheless. INSANELY quick service with plenty of refills on the banchan (side dishes, which consisted of seaweed, kimchi radish, steamed eggs, jalapeños, and soybean paste)
overall, would recommend if you’re in the area! not so sure if it’s a place you’d make the trek to, though
6.5/10
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
You have to try it to understand it ♥️ extremely delicious and nutritious food in a humble place.
It’s delicious and affordable, and there are free meals for children!
Restaurantji Recommends
Food is good. Give me the wrong order tho.
Koreanest Korean restaurant
Having a meal like this occasionally in winter is quite a delightful experience. I specifically chose the original beef bone broth instead of the spicy version just to taste its natural flavor, but it turned out to be quite bland. If you prefer stronger flavors, I’d recommend getting the spicy broth or asking for extra sauce or salt
No Korean cooks or servers here so didn’t speak any english or Korean. Food is mediocre at best. Taste like overdone beef stew. Definitely overhyped and overpriced by social media. Note that they have no restroom.
Delicious, lots of meat, unlimited sides, great napkins!
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