Paik's Noodle – Korean Jajangmyeon in Chicago 🍜

📍 Paik’s Noodle (Glenview) 1615 Milwaukee Ave Suite 105, Glenview, IL 60025 This street is packed with Korean spots and vibe-y eateries — perfect if you want that authentic “K-variety show” feel! 🎬 For those who watch Culinary Class Wars / Chef and the Fatman — the famous judge Paik Jong-won (백종원) is the man behind this brand! Just seeing “Paik’s” makes you think of him 😂 (Even if you don’t watch the show, it won’t affect the taste — but fans will feel extra connected ✨) 🍜 What I ordered: Meat Jajangmyeon ✅ So good I want to come back — 5/5! Noodles: Smooth but not mushy, with a nice chew — doesn’t get soggy even after mixing with sauce. Sauce: My favorite part — rich but not overly sweet or salty, perfectly balanced and super savory. It’s thick but doesn’t feel heavy (I kept wanting to mix it in till the last bite!). Meat: Generous amount of meat strips with crispy onions — adds great texture and aroma. Sides: Yellow pickled radish + raw onions — just right to cut through the richness. 💰 Price reference: Regular Jajangmyeon ~$12.95 | Meat version ~$14.95 (what I ordered) ⚠️ Only downside: It’s pretty far if you live downtown — located in the northwest suburbs (Glenview), so you’ll need to drive out specially for it 🚗🥲 #GlenviewEats #ChicagoFood #KoreanFood #Jajangmyeon #PaiksNoodle #BaekJongWon