Bonjuk New York - Korean restaurant in Queens - 153-02 Northern Blvd, USA

Unlike the other reviews, we had excellent customer service. The waitress was courteous throughout the dining experience. Though I m not a Korean speaker, it's easy to tell that she answered the phone calls for delivery and takeout efdiciently and professionally. Now the food wasn't bad but it wasn't overly great neither. For the price, I would have like for the Kimchi Pancake to be more crispy. It did pair nicely with the Mung Bean drink, though 🥤The Kimchi Octopus Congee was nourishing with a firey kick.

The food was okay, but the mandatory tipping was disgusting. I tipped 18% of the pre-tax amount and the female owner was extremely rude and called me over and demanded a larger tip, which was very confusing and embarrassing. 18% is not a lot of money and there was no competent service the entire time, just food brought up and no one to add to the hot tea when it ran out. I ended up getting robbed and paying a 30% tip before I was able to leave. Don't come here to avoid being unreasonably asked and robbed of your tip.

This is my go to restaurant if I ever feel sick and need some warming, soothing congee to feel better. After binging on too much Korean BBQ, I am a big fan of eating the right food the few days to help with illness. Bonjuk has saved me many times. Food: The Korean style congee is thicker and has more numerous versions than I have seen in Cantonese restaurants. I recommend getting the Octopus Kimchi for something with a little spicy, fermented tang. The Salmon or Tuna Congee is great if you want something lighter but still savory. They also have sweet dessert like congees such as pumpkin which is really good. I am smiling even as I write this review because I feel so warmed inside just thinking about the food. They have renovated not so long ago and now also include Bibimbap, both regular and also in a Stone Pot. There are also some Kastu dishes on their menu. I am glad they are expanding and giving some more options. I have the expectation that those dishes will be just as healthy as their congee, but if its your first time, just order the Congee. Worth a mention is also their Mung-bean blended cold drink. It can be a little sweeter than I expect sometimes, but it is a delicious cold accompaniment to the hot congee that you eat. Price wise, they do lean more expensive than your typical lunch and for dinner, it may not fill you up as much if you are looking for more food. However, they are really the only Korean Congee game in town. If you want authenticity and good Korean comfort food, Bonjuk is worth the visit.

This place reminds me of my childhood. I love coming here to grab some porridge, especially on a cold day like this. It's the perfect comfort food when you're sick and is easy on the stomach. The abalone one is the best! Can't recommend this place enough!

BEST. KOREAN. JOOK. IN. NYC!! Honestly, it’s as good as a home-cooked Korean meal. Recommend the Miyeok(Seaweed) & Beef Juk. It filled me up instantly. This is my go to dish here in & service is awesome when you ask for refills on the sides. The chopped spicy radish & JangJorim (marinated shredded beef) is the best!!! Flavorful!!! Highly recommend whenever you’re feeling sick or hungover!!

Amazing porridge here today. We had the shrimp veggie porridge and spicy squid hot stone bibimbab. Both were excellent. Great side dishes that were perfectly chopped for adding to the porridge. Excellent pumpkin drink. Was not sweet at all. Great service. I will definitely be adding this place to my rotation.

Abalone Juk with no abalone. 😂 (the black spots are 95% diced mushrooms.)

Always go to their restaurant in LA, was very excited to visit one in Queens. Delicious porridge and mung bean juice! The only porridge I don’t like so far is Pollock one (fish is too dry for my taste and overpowering). I wish they had different location in NYC, because this one is little to far to go without a car.