Hours
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM–3 PM, 4–9 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM–3 PM, 4–9 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM–3 PM, 4–9 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM–3 PM, 4–9 PM |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM–3 PM, 4–8:30 PM |
| Monday | 11:30 AM–3 PM, 4–9 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 5389 Crooks Rd, Troy, MI 48098
Phone: (248) 731-7859
Website: https://www.epipay.com/sambong/en/WebOrder?STORE_CODE=MTAwMA==&table_num=MTAwMA==
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Reviews
The service alone is worth noting. Our server explained that the owner makes the myun (buckwheat noodles) fresh in house, using the ultra thin style that absorbs the broth if you don’t eat quickly. That detail alone told us we were in the right place.
The hwe naengmyun (spicy cold noodle with raw fish) was exactly what I was hoping for. The fermented, salted raw fish had that sweet, sour, spicy, deeply umami flavor I missed, with a chewy texture that pairs perfectly with the icy, refreshing broth and noodles. I’d give it a 4.5/5 only because I personally love it even more aggressively fermented, but that’s purely preference.
At the end of the bowl, adding yuksu (hot beef broth) is the move. It softens the sharp vinegar edge and adds a deep, savory warmth that rounds out the last few bites beautifully.
We also ordered mandu guk (dumpling soup), which is pure comfort. A milky, rich beef bone broth with hearty dumplings, perfect for a Michigan winter day. This is an easy 5/5 when the broth is this good.
The bindaetteok (mung bean pancake) was another highlight. Crisp on the outside, soft and savory inside, and cooked just right. A solid 4.5/5.
Sambong is a place I’ll happily return to. Not just for the food, but for the connection to traditional Korean dishes that are hard to find elsewhere in the area. This spot feels special.
Food is amazing and taste is authentic Korean. Self-service, order and pay at the counter, pick-up when food is ready. No tip is required.
Place serves also free beef soup, warm barley-tea.
What I also loved about this place is that it’s a no-tip restaurant, making it very affordable. The self-service station was well-organized, and I didn’t feel any inconvenience at all.
Beyond the 냉면, the 국밥, 만두, and 갈비 were just like what you’d find in top Korean restaurants. I was really impressed with the quality of everything. The best part? All the dishes I ordered (which are shown in my photo) only cost me $53! Definitely recommend this place to anyone craving authentic Korean food!
(Original 7/26/2024) The taste of both Mul Naengmyun and Hwe Naengmyun was mediocre. The noodle of Mul Naenghyun is tough and thin compared with top notch Naengmyun. And the cold broth of the Mul Naengmyun and the sauce of the Hwe Naengmyun is weak in flavor. Anyhow, the taste is acceptable overall, just my expectation was high for a place whose sign proudly shows a naengmyun house in Korean.
The service is self serve system and they positively declined tipping. The interior is clean and efficient. Our Naengmyun came out in about 10 minutes.
For the complimentary beverage, they provide a choice of hot beef broth and cold/hot water. The hot beef broth is often provided in renowned Bibim & Hwe Naengmyun restaurants in Korea.
It can get busy on Sundays around lunchtime with the after-church crowd, so expect a short wait for a table then.
My go-to is the vegetable bibimbap with tofu. While it’s not the sizzling dolsot style (hot stone bowl) you find at some places, it’s more of a fresh salad-over-rice style bibimbap, and they make it well with a good variety of vegetables. I’ve also tried the spicy seafood noodle soup (Jampong) — the broth had a nice spice level, but the noodles were a bit too firm for my preference.