[FOOD REVIEW] Paik’s Noodle Brings The Taste of Korean-Chinese Cuisine to The Next Level

Following popular food chains Paik’s Bibim and Paik’s Coffee, Korean celebrity chef Baek Jong Won’s noodle specialty restaurant has landed in Singapore. Paik’s Noodle opened in Suntec City in October 2023, serving classic Korean delivery noodle dishes such as Jajang Myeon, Jjamppong and Tang Suyuk. 

The Seoul Story was invited to taste the flavours of Korean-Chinese cuisine, and we were blown away by the portion sizes and quality of the dishes. Unfortunately, the restaurant is not halal-certified and the menu contains many specialty pork dishes. 

Jajang Myeon (Black Bean Sauce Noodles)

Jajang Myeon is a staple of Chinese delivery menus in Korea that includes round noodles, stir fried pork and cabbage coated in a black bean sauce. Priced at $11, the serving size is generous for one person. Perfect for people who can’t eat spicy food, the dish is an umami bomb. The salty and savoury noodles coated in thick sauce have a great chew. Paik’s doesn’t skimp on the meat, and every bite has a piece of pork for extra meaty flavour that complements the sauce. 

The highlight of the dish is the slightly smoky taste of the sauce, which added depth to Jajang Myeon’s flavour palette. While the portion was big, the accompanying side dish of pickled radish helped cut through the greasiness and prevent the feeling of jelak. 

Those who aren’t a big fan of noodles but like a savoury dish can try Jajang Bap ($13), which uses the same black bean sauce atop a bed of rice, accompanied by an omelette. 

Jjamppong (Spicy Noodle Soup) 

Jjamppong ($14), marked with two chilis next to its name on the menu, is a round noodle dish with a spicy broth that includes pork, squid, mussels and vegetables. Served hot, Jjamppong is the perfect comfort food for a rainy day. 

The noodles were bouncy, but the star of the dish was definitely the broth. Reminiscent of the classic taste of Kimchi Jjigae, Jjamppong soup packs a powerful punch of flavour and leaves a pleasant tingle of spice in the mouth. We could definitely taste the fresh seafood, which was tender and made the broth even more delicious. 

Out of all the dishes, Jjamppong definitely tasted the most like authentic Korean cuisine. Similar to Jajang Myeon, Paik’s serves a rice alternative, Jjamppong Bap ($15). 

Tang Suyuk (Sweet and Sour Fried Pork)

Tang Suyuk, or deep fried pork in a sweet and sour sauce, is the perfect food to pair with the noodle dishes – especially Jajang Myeon. The dish comes in three sizes, S ($21), M ($25), and L ($29). While we were surprised by the jump in price compared to the noodle dishes, we soon learned why: the portion size was perfect for sharing. 

The aroma of the dish was strong, and the pork was crunchy and full of juicy meat. The sweet sauce was also the perfect balance to savoury dishes like Jajang Myeon. For two people, the S size was more than enough, especially since the noodle dishes themselves already come with a good portion of pork. 

Eating at Paik’s is definitely a social affair – the portion sizes are perfect for sharing and may be a bit overwhelming to eat alone. The variety of dishes also means it’s better to bring a friend to fully enjoy the different flavours offered on the menu. We definitely thought that considering the generous size of the dishes and quality of taste, the food has good value for money. 

Enjoying the noodles could definitely be a messy affair though, with slurps of sauce and broth flying everywhere. It’s not the best for a first date where you’d want to look put together and impress your date. But if you’re ready for a medley of flavours and not afraid to ruin your lipstick, Paik’s is perfect. 

Thank you to Paik’s Noodle for the media invite! 

Follow their Instagram or click here to view their full menu.

Visit Paik’s Noodle:

Paik’s Noodle,
Suntec City, B1-177/177A

*Open every day, from 11AM

Written & photographed by: Nicole Descalsota 

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