BUNSIKNARA | Korean restaurant Palisades Park, NJ

I have bought assorted fried foods from this store from time to time and have generally enjoyed them. However, today something was off. The color of the fried items was reddish, and the pieces were thinner, almost as if they had dried out. It felt like the food had been fried twice after a long interval. Unfortunately, I ended up throwing most of it in the garbage. In the food business, one mistake can lead to a lasting impression.

If you’re craving authentic Korean street food in Palisades Park, Bunsik Nara is a solid go-to spot. It’s a cozy, no-frills place that serves up comforting classics like tteokbokki, kimbap, ramen, and fried snacks. The flavors are bold and satisfying—especially the tteokbokki, which has just the right amount of spice and sweetness. Their kimchi fried rice and soondae are also worth trying. The portions are generous for the price, and the service is quick and friendly. It feels like a little taste of Korea right in Jersey. Perfect for a casual lunch or late-night bite. Don’t expect anything fancy—just good, honest Korean comfort food.

If you're on the hunt for Korean comfort food that hits all the right notes – taste, portions, and wallet-friendliness – then this place is your new happy spot. Let's talk about the Jjamppong, a bowl so huge it could feed a small village, brimming with a broth so deep and flavorful, it's like a warm hug for your soul. And the noodles are fresh, perfectly chewy. Perfectly for rainy days. We ordered the Combo C with popcorn chicken? A total winner. And the Alfredo pasta is delicious. I also tried the Curry Katsu, which was fantastic. I even brought some friends who were new to Korean cuisine for their very first Korean meal here, and they absolutely devoured everything. To top things off, we received complimentary dumplings that are seriously, seriously delicious. It's the little touches that make you feel truly valued. Bunsiknara was affordable, hearty, and incredibly satisfying. A gem for Palisades Park

I’ve been to this establishment multiple times with my friends, and unfortunately each visit has felt uncomfortable. We were often made to feel rushed, as if the staff wanted us to leave as soon as possible. On more than one occasion, when paying, we were directly asked to leave a larger tip, which felt inappropriate. We’ve also been told to be quiet despite many other tables being just as loud. There were times when we shared dishes, and it felt like the staff became upset that we weren’t ordering more even though we were still paying customers. It’s disappointing to feel treated differently simply because we are teenagers. On top of the service issues, the food is significantly overpriced. You could easily go to many other places nearby and get similar or better food for less. The consistently hostile service and high prices make this a place I would not recommend.

This was a great place to eat - the food was fresh and hot - the service was good and staff was friendly. The portions are big so you can share and you will be full when your done. As a Bergen County resident I think it's good to explore/support different restaurants in the area - I would visit again. Follow me and see where I'll end up next. Smooches

Came here to Palisades Park opted to not get kbbq chicken and wanted to have some other dishes so here it goes: Pros: •Service is fast •Very clean place (spoons come covered) •Food portion was good considering cost •Servers were very nice and explained menu well •Menu and pictures outside so you can see what to get before you go inside Cons: •Curry for Katsu was a little too thick Side note: All in all food was good to a extent, not extraordinary except for portion size. I would bring a big size family here, we took home a good amount of food for dinner 🙌

This was an amazing experience! The food was absolutely delicious—everything was flavorful and nicely cooked. I ordered the boneless fried chicken, fried rice tastes great and the chicken had a powerful flavor. The spaghetti with tomato had sauce that was sweet and was my favorite! The hot stone bulgogi had beef, vegetables, and rice making a perfect ratio with all food mixed together. The prices were overall fair for these dishes! The atmosphere was also really nice, cozy and welcoming, with friendly staff who made sure we had everything we needed. They did everything they could to make this experience all the better! Overall, I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a great meal. I can’t wait to go back and try more dishes!