I've known about Damsot for a while and last had it in Korea, so I was excited to finally try their LA location in Ktown. Four of us shared a few different pot rice dishes: abalone, beef, eel, and spicy tofu with shishito peppers, plus some fried appetizers. The abalone was my favorite: thick, tender pieces with abalone liver, roe, sesame, and all wrapped in seaweed. The flavors are complex and umami, but without being too heavy. The beef was richer and super satisfying with egg yolk, butter, and scallions, while the eel had a nice sweet-savory glaze and slight char. The rice itself was cooked really well, especially the crispy layer at the bottom. The spicy tofu and shishito pepper pot rice was actually the boldest of the four, with a generous amount of tofu in a familiar Korean chili sauce. Mixing in the egg yolk helped balance out the spice and richness. I just wish every pot rice came with seaweed for wrapping. The fried shrimp and eggplant fritter was a surprise favorite. It seemed to be a mix of shrimp, eggplant, and chives, with a crispy coating and a juicy, flavorful center. The tangy creamy sauce paired really well with it. It does get a little rich, so it's definitely better for sharing, but that didn't stop me from finishing a whole piece LOL. Overall, Damsot is casual, comforting, and perfect for sharing with friends. We all left very full and happy, and the little probiotic drinks at the end were a cute touch. Would def go back! read more

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After browsing through a few options in the area, Damsot was the pick for a weekend lunch. For parking, I parked a few blocks away with metered parking and walked over. It was definitely crowded as there was not a lot of free spots at the time. Upon arriving, it was moderately busy in the store with a few tables opened. Was able to get seated right away for party of two. There was two menus available at the time. One was standard one with plenty of options that focuses on pot rice. The other one was a summer menu that had soba as the focus for the base. The summer menu was interesting but the standard menu was what drove me to visit here. My girlfriend got the steak pot rice, while I got the eel pot rice. Once the food arrived at the table, the staff also gave us instructions on how to properly eat the pot rice. There was also a written instructions available at the table. Overall, both of the pot rices were amazing! While I enjoyed the eel, I would say the steak one tasted a lot better. When it came to the scorched rice soup at the end, I'll admit it wasn't my favorite considering I don't enjoy barley tea. However, I can definitely see the appeal and the scorched rice also gave a nice crunch throughout the meal. Great concept and amazing food! American Express is accepted here. read more

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We stumbled upon this place on an online search, and it did not disappointment. My friends and I all got their steak pot rice, and it was comforting and flavorful. The steak was tender, and it paired well with the seasoned rice and toppings. One of my favorite parts was the crispy rice left at the bottom of the pot. Adding barley tea to it and eating it at the end was a nice touch. Service was great and attentive. I'd definitely come back! read more

Damsot - Steak Pot Rice - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

If you can find another restaurant in Los Angeles, where you could have real abalone for dinner under $30, let me know and I will buy you a dinner! I've heard about Damsot from my foodie friends; they praised about the rice hot pots here. Nice high-quality white rice is steamed in a small pot with your choice of proteins (beef, pork, eel, eggplant, and abalone, just to name a few). When it is served, you mixed to rice, scoop it into the serving bowl, and you pour the tea into the rice pot to enjoy a rice soup later! The whole set includes an assortment of kimchi's, a small cup of miso soup, a tiny bowl of salad, and a cute little yogurt drink at the end. It's a lovely dining experience! I've been here a few times, and I was say the steak, eggplant, and abalone are the top three choices! These pots take a while to make so if you come at a popular time, you may need to wait a while. But service is very tentative and they let you know how to enjoy the meal if it's your first time. Price is super reasonable, most sets are under $30. Some of them are under $20. Very small place so I would recommend you come early if you don't wanna wait too long for dinner. And they do validate parking if you park under the building. read more

Damsot - Pork belly, hot pot rice - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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New concept to me for a clay pot rice. We ordered the steak one and the abalone one. Each dish it basically a procedure to get your meal together. While I appreciate how good is made, I feel like it's overpriced and makes it a gimmick. Like they charge you more to put your food together lol and it's just a clay pot of rice w your meat. I'm glad I tried it but I'm okay not going back. I wouldn't pay valet parking for this. read more

Damsot - Beef steak and abalone - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This was truly a unique culinary experience! Damsot is pot rice with a specific sequence of preparation at the table. Interacting with my food this was very exciting but all I could think of was, "After all this, I hope this dish delicious." Was it? It was!!!! We each had our own set - beef, spicy eggplant with pork, & steak. Flavors for each were distinct and delicious. I would definitely come back when we're in Korea Town LA! Service is friendly. Our server described what we had to do patiently though instructions were printed on a sign on the table. The dining hall is clean, uncluttered, and casual. Very unassuming that a simple place would bring such an extraordinary dining experience. read more

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What a dream. We drove all the way across town without a reservation, on a busy Sunday evening and we were seated immediately. Our food came out hot and quickly. I was so impressed with magic of this place - so easy to have such a delicious and affordable meal so quickly in Los Angeles K town. It was a nice, quiet and cozy ambiance, great for a date night. And to top it all off, even if we hadn't somehow gotten curbside meter parking during free parking hours, they validate parking for the parking structure. Just go. It's amazing. read more

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DAMSOT specializes in freshly made Korean pot rice, and I love that the meal is an entire experience from start to finish. We tried: Spicy Eggplant Pot Rice Steak Pot Rice Pork Belly Pot Rice Eel Pot Rice They were all super tasty, the spicy eggplant was definitely my favorite! The best part is making nurungji at the end and they give you a yogurt drink too. read more

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Located in the Brown Derby plaza you can get your parking validated here. After a long day, this place was such a great warm comfort meal. The wait staff was very thoughtful in showing us how to have the best dining experience, and were very kind in explaining the menu. I ordered the spicy eggplant rice & the pork belly riced. Both were flavorful and hit the spot! I would definitely come back here again. Another plus for me was that I went a bit later on a weekend evening and there was no wait! read more

Damsot - Spicy eggplant Rice PorkBelly Rice - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I came here on Valentine's Day because we spontaneously decided to go to LA and did not have any reservation. The wait was about 20 minutes which is not bad at all especially considering the occasion. I got the steak pot rice which, supposedly, they have a limited number of each day. The steak was sooo tender, and it tasted really good with the egg too. I really liked the sweet sauce in the rice as well. Before eating, they advised us to take all the toppings and all but a thin layer of rice out, then pour broth into the pot with the thin layer of rice and let it sit until we finish the stuff we took out. Unfortunately, I was not a fan of the broth crispy rice because I don't like my rice wet, so I wish I didn't put the broth in. But I think it's worth trying? The banchan was really good too, especially the spicy squid (?) and salad. My boyfriend got the beef belly pot, and I thought that one was just alright. It was a little too fatty and sweet imo. I do wanna come back to try the other options like the salmon and spicy eggplant. Service and ambiance were really nice, they gave us a frozen yakult at the end, and I felt like a little kid once again. read more

Damsot - beef belly (left), steak (right) - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I visited Damsot with a friend to try their steak and spicy eggplant pot rice. After hearing so may good reviews, I really did need to! They do have parking and validation if needed, though there are two big parking structures nearby, so parking isn't an issue! Once you walk in, you're greeted by light brown, woody interiors, and the light only makes it ever more relaxing. The staff were attentive with getting orders in. After placing down our orders, they walked us through how to enjoy their pots. We later learned that our sauces were missing, which for steak was a HUGE game changer! For the most expensive and premier item, we really expected a little more... maybe it was a busy night, though there were no lines. The spicy eggplant pot rice was tasty and probably my preferred of the two. Something about an eggplant with chew... nothing beats it! The steak was a bit on the tougher side, cooked a little over medium. For both pot rices, I felt that the entrees were a bit weak on flavor, almost as if it was "too safe." Unfortunately, neither felt too exciting to eat. My favorite part of the meal was probably the miso soup and being humbled to really use that tea to finish off the charred rice. (I may have been rebellious and overzealous in trying to go at it raw... dog.) read more

Damsot - Steak and Spicy Eggplant Pot Rice - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I love this place! My fave spot to go when you want your food to feel like a warm hug. Service was good, staff is kind and respectful. The ambiance is pretty casual but just a great place to grab good food. If you're looking for parking there's a lot downstairs, sometimes it's valet sometimes it's not. I'm not sure where the delineation is but it's there! Street parking also available. read more

Damsot - Pork Bowl - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This place is super popular in Korea and there is only one in the US right now. So let's see if they're pretty good eh or ew. I got their fried eggplant shrimp and spicy cheese eggplant pot rice to try. The eggplant shrimp and was amazingly crispity crunchity and filled with like a chivey paste and had bits of shrimp. It was a bit bland but paired well with the savory creamy rich dipping sauce. The spicy cheese eggplant pot rice came with a fresh little salad, some ban Chan, miso soup, and barley tea. What you're basically supposed to do is mix the rice, scoop it out, then pour in the tea. The rice wasn't spicy but was nice and cheesy, savory, flavorful with chunks of tender eggplant and ground pork. They end your meal off by giving you a little like yakult which is nice. I brought my Korean friends here too and they said it was yummy. Overall this place is lowkey pretty good. Eggplant cheese pot rice $19.99 Fried eggplant shrimp $9 read more

Great deal for a great lunch or dinner! For around $20 depending on which pot rice you order you get a tasty rice bowl, barley tea to make scorched rice, miso soup, a little salad, some tiny sides, and a little yogurt drink. I ordered the eggplant set which was good, but would probably want to try one of the beef ones next time. We also ordered some shrimp tempura and it was perfectly lightly panko battered and fried to perfection- crisp but tender. Service was quick and to the point, atmosphere is busy. There can be a short wait depending on what time and day you are there, so don't come to close to closing time or you may not be seated. read more

Damsot - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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8.5/10 Got the steak pot. Steak was tender and juicy, rice was cooked well, and all the banchan was fresh and tasty. Onlyy thing I didn't like was the tea porridge soup at the end, but besides that I will definitely be back to try other pots. Parking is validated if you park below as well! read more

Damsot - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Damsot, Korea's No.1 pot rice brand with over 50 locations nationwide, has now arrived in Los Angeles! Damsot LA brings the true elegance of pot rice: Freshly milled Koshihikari rice -- glossy, sticky, and full of flavor Prime-grade steak, hand-prepared daily for the freshest taste Meat, seafood, and vegetarian options to suit every preference Cooked to order in single-serving pressure pots for ultimate freshness A perfect meal, rich in aroma and taste The must-visit destination in LA for authentic Korean pot rice! Menu Highlights Steak Pot Rice -- Thick, juicy steak that impresses from the very first look Abalone Pot Rice -- Tender abalone with the pure taste of the sea Shishito Pepper & Tofu Pot Rice -- Nutty tofu with a gentle kick of pepper, clean and satisfying Beef Brisket Pot Rice -- Smoky beef brisket infused into every grain of rice Chicken Karaage -- Crispy outside, juicy inside, the perfect companion to your pot rice read more

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My friend brought me here to have some lunch because she said it was so good and I had to try it. And she was right! Once we arrived, there was parking downstairs which was validated for a portion of the time. Once we got upstairs to the restaurant we had to wait maybe five or 10 minutes while they were clearing up the table then we were seated. Once we were seated, the staff introduced the menu to us and explained how to enjoy the entrées. I ordered the beef and my friend got the salmon. It comes in a cute set with a couple appetizers and soup. And overall it was super tasty and I can't wait to come back and try a different entrée again. read more

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Solid spot to enjoy a hot stone meal. The wait was about 20 minutes for a Saturday lunch maybe 1 hour prior to closing. I was able to get the steak pot as they only have limited quantities per day until they run out. Overall presentation and dish was a nice set up. Little bit of everything you needed and get give extra side dishes if needed. Service was prompt. I would say the Karage was the highlight for me personally. Insanely juicy and tender. read more

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Damsot in Ktown served sotbap (Korean stone pot rice) and I've been craving this for a while! The menu isn't huge, which I actually appreciate--it keeps the concept focused and not overwhelming. You're really there for the stone pot rice! The crispy rice at the bottom was perfectly browned and so satisfying to finish with the barley tea poured into the pot afterward. I ordered the beef belly bowl and especially loved the chicken karaage on the side--super flavorful and crispy. The main dish itself was delicious though I personally wouldn't wait over an hour for it again. We went on a Friday night, so that probably contributed to the long wait, but the restaurant also seemed a bit understaffed. One really sweet touch was the probiotic drink they give at the end (similar to Yakult). Overall, the meal was satisfying and worth trying--I'd just probably come back during non-peak hours next time. Oh and I'd probably try the spicy eggplant next! read more

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The steak is what went viral here but what you need to come here for is the spicy eggplant and pork. I still can't stop thinking about how flavorful the sauce was and it coated the rice very well. On the other hand, the steak was on the tougher side and didn't make me wanna go back in for seconds after I sampled it. It's limited to 15 portions for lunch and 15 portions for dinner and they still had it available when we went for dinner on a Saturday night at 8:20 p.m., so maybe that was a sign. All of them had perfectly crispy, golden bottoms and each bowl was made to order. The mackerel was also good and a close second, only because the sauce was so good in the eggplant one. We also ordered the salmon sashimi as a shared appetizer, and it interestingly came with a creamy sauce in addition to soy sauce. It was packed, though, and we had to wait about 20 minutes to be seated after waiting on the benches outside. It made me stressed that the waiter looked stressed and kept rushing back and forth between tables since it was so busy. I appreciated that they gave us the Korean version of Yakult at the end to end our meal. read more

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Parking in Ktown is always a struggle but luckily they have a garage downstairs that you can park at. The fee is not completely waived but discounted we paid $5 for about an hour vs $20 if you didn't get it validated which I think is a good deal to not deal with the hassle of street parking. We came on a Saturday afternoon and only waited about 10 minutes! I ordered their steak pot rice and the server kindly explained to us how to enjoy our meal when they brought over the tray. The steak itself is a little tough and from how this place raved about this particular meat, I would have expected it to be more tender. Overall was still delicious but not worth how much extra you pay compared to the other dishes. Next time I would want to give their spicy eggplant or beef belly a try as recommended from other reviewers. read more

Damsot - steak pot rice - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

STREET PARKING Visited on a Friday night and surprisingly had no wait. There's street parking available and plenty of restaurants around this little plaza: boiling crab, 85 degree bakery, and more.. even Hmart across the street :). Once you arrive, you can put your name on their waitlist. INSIDE & SERVICE The inside was nice and cozy, clean, and we were seated immediately. The server was also very kind in letting us get seated first even though our full party wasn't here. NOTE: Their menu states their steak rice pot is limited to 15 orders for lunch and 15 orders for dinner, but this only applies to their Korea location and not LA. They just kept it on the menu so they didn't have to reprint :-) FOOD I tried their steak rice pot for $26.99 and it was very delicious. The steak was medium rare, tender, and perfectly cubed and lightly salted. I thought some chunks were too big in which I would need to cut them, but they were pretty tender I didn't have to! The meal even came with a raw egg, side of seasoned salad, wasabi, kimchi, radish, spicy squid, miso soup, and barley tea. The rice was flavorful paired perfectly with the meat and runny egg along with all the delicious sides. They recommend scooping the rice out to your bowl to enjoy and then pouring the barley tea into the rice pot with the leftover crunchy and crispy rice on the edges and cover with the wooden lid to soften the rice and enjoy. I really enjoy barley tea so this was good and also was great to just drink the tea itself. They ended the meal with a refreshing Yakult and my tummy was happy. OVERALL Would definitely recommend stopping by and trying their steak rice pots :) and thank you Damsot for the wonderful experience! read more

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Damsot has been on my list for a while and it did not disappoint. I got the eggplant pot rice and my partner got the steak pot rice and we were both really happy with our orders. The eggplant was cooked perfectly and the rice at the bottom gets that crispy layer which makes the whole thing so much better. We kept stealing bites off each other's plates. The food is really the main event here and it delivers. Already thinking about going back to try the spicy eggplant version because if it's anything like what I had I know it's going to be also good. Parking is easy compared to restaurants in LA but we still had to pay 5 bucks with validation. It's situated in a small plaza with mainly other Korean restaurants. read more

Damsot - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Cute little spot in a convenient and bustling KTown strip mall. A rice bowl is really affordable and comes with a few banchan and a scorched rice soup experience. The eggplant was juicy and umami due to the pork kernels mixed in. Nothing mindblowing but very solid. read more

Damsot - Eggplant/pork rice - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

The place is located in a plaza. You can park in the parking structure that is right below the plaza. Parking is about 5 bucks for 3 hours. The place was pretty full when we got there. We had to wait for 25 minutes before we got seated. I ordered the pork belly clay pot and it looked pretty good. I guess you are suppose to stir everything up and place it in the bowl they provide you. Then pour the tea into the clay pot to get all thr hard rice stuck in the clay pot. This was exactly what I did and I would say it was alright. The food itself looks pretty tasty but it was extremely bland. I was highly disappointed. The pork belly and rice literally tasted like nothing. I was also not a fan of the claypot rice with tea pour into it it did not taste pleasant. I personally would not come back to this place. read more

Damsot - Pork belly clay pot - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Damn Damsot! In the heart of Ktown, my buddy recommended this Korean pot rice spot and it was super good. I went on the weekend for lunch and it wasn't crowded at all at opening. I've been reading online that it's always packed but luckily we were good. The Steak Pot Rice caught my eye as it's limited per day or for lunch/dinner. They only serve 15 of them for lunch. I asked the employee and he said he recommended the beef belly one more. Surprisingly I ordered this one and the beef wasn't too fatty and I liked the crispy rice in it. When you put your meal from the pot to the stone pot, your supposed to put the barley tea inside the first pot where the rice is stuck to it. I wasn't intrigued so I put the tea in but didn't want to drink it. I'm sure its good, it just didn't seem too appetizing haha. Would come back forsure! read more

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Have been wanting to check this place out for awhile and was great I got to come in here to check out their steak pot. Walking in, totally felt like I was back in Seoul. It's got the look and feel of a lot of the restaurants that are in metro Seoul and the meal sets are made that way too. Full experience with the hot bowl of rice that creates the crust when you press it into the pot and let it sit in and cover it and you eat the beef with the sides/banchan. It's traditional to pour the tea into the crust that the rice makes and eat it afterwards for a great digestive soup at the end of the meal. Vibes are casual... wooden bench and chair seating in a no frills but very clean restaurant, fast service and very nice employees. Overall definitely enjoyed it. Maybe I'd only say the beef wasn't as tender and as flavorful as I expected but it was still really good and worth checking out. Some of the other dishes my group got looked really good so I'd definitely look to get something else for sure next time. This spot is in a plaza that does have its own parking or you can try to find metered or street parking. Koreatown can be a bit tough as these days everything is paid parking so just be prepared for that no matter what (or watch for signs!). read more

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We ordered the beef bean sprouts pot rice, steak pot rice, and mackerel pot rice. I really like kamameshi, so I actually came here twice. Everything I tired was delicious both times. The service was also very good. I would definitely recommend this place. read more

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Located in the Honeymee plaza, parking is $5 with validation up to 3 hours. If you take the elevator up in the center, it takes up directly up to the restaurant storefront. Walking in, the interior and clean and minimal. We ordered our own individual pots, so I got the beef belly pot and others got a steak and a salmon pot. It didn't take too long for our order to be ready, but the salmon pot came out first. The portion size is pretty on point for the price they offered. Everything was pretty sizeable for the price. Next came the beef belly and lastly the steak pot (which they only make a 15 a day!). Starting off, it reminded me of a meal set in Japan! Especially the use of tea to mix the rice and protein. I had the beef belly and it's already quite flavorful! Very flavorful and crispy. With the tea, it's does make it feel less heavy, but hearty, which was a really nice combination. Everyone else seemed to have enjoyed their entree a lot! The miso soup and the sides were a nice touch to complete this meal set. Everyone really enjoyed that I picked this place out haha this was really good! Would definitely come back again. The meal is pretty filling for lunch. read more

Damsot - Beef Belly Pot - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Pretty expensive, but great ingredients and presentation. I'd ask the server the best way to enjoy the meal since there's a few steps that need to be taken. The meat i remember being simple, but with good texture. Though the flavor itself wasn't light. It was good, but not very memorable to me and feels more for those who are nostalgic for clay pots and presentations. Great to try once, but I miss Wako which was much more causal and affordable. read more

I remember seeing this restauraunt in a reel or something and that it was a well-known chain in Korea. I was able to walk in as a party of 2 with no wait on a weekday night. I ordered the pork belly pot rice, and it comes with a small set of banchan, miso soup, salad, and a pot of barley tea. We were instructed by the staff to scoop up the contents of the pot rice into the smaller bowl, and to pour the barley tea into the stone pot with the nurungji (scorched rice) and cover it. After finishing the pot rice, we could enjoy and savor the nurungji! We also ordered the karaage, which was crispy and juicy. My boyfriend ordered the eggplant pot rice and the egg plant was nice and firm and had a good bite to it. I would come back again to try their other pot rice. read more

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Stopped by Damsot after a long Junior Lifeguard day, and it totally hit the spot. The pot rice was warm, hearty, and so comforting. We tried the steak, salmon, and new pork belly pot rice--each had great flavor without feeling too heavy. The new pork belly pot rice really stood out. It was incredibly flavorful and aromatic, with rich flavor in every bite. The steak pot rice was also a big hit with my younger daughter. The beef was so tender it practically melted in your mouth, and she finished it in no time One of the best parts of eating here is how they recommend enjoying the meal. First, mix and enjoy the rice with the toppings. Then pour hot tea/water into the stone pot and let it sit for a bit to create nurungji (crispy scorched rice) at the end. The nurungji adds such a comforting finish to the meal, and in Korean culture, it's also known to help with digestion after a hearty meal. Loved that they finish with a Korean yogurt drink too--such a nostalgic touch. My girls were already asking when we can come back. read more

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Very good. Definitely worth the wait. IT's a small place, but the food is great and the portions are HUGE, so come hungry. We were visiting from out of the state and weren't expecting to find a place like this. Glad we decided to stop in. Everything we had was filling, and now I'm already thinking about coming back the next time we're in LA! read more

I came with a few friends here for dinner after a nice day out. I got the Spicy Eggplant Pot Rice as recommended by lots of yelpers here. Despite seeing the comments from people saying that the dish was flavorful, I unfortunately did not get the same experience. I mixed the bowl and it still tasted lackluster. Service was decent and the place was packed when i went. I'll try something else if I happen to come by another time. read more

Damsot - Spicy Eggplant Pot Rice - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

The presentation was very pretty but the pictures on the menu are better The salad was surprisingly refreshing and the banchan were all good pairings with the pot rice. I wish there were more vegetables because I started getting fatigued from the rice and fish but good otherwise! I definitely felt full. The yakult at the end is a great touch! It felt a little pricey for what it was but I guess this is something that is harder for me to make at home. Wish there was a Yelp waitlist instead of paper pencil because that meant we had to stick around to wait for them to call our names. read more

Damsot - mackerel - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Okay... I get the hype. Damsot just opened their FIRST U.S. location and it already feels like a must-visit in K-Town. Known in Korea for their pot rice, and honestly... it lives up to it. Everything comes out hot and steaming in these stone pots and you can literally taste the depth in every bite. I went the vegan-friendly route and got the spicy eggplant and the tofu with shishito peppers (just asked to remove the meat and egg) and both dishes still hit. Flavorful, crispy, comforting... like nothing felt like a compromise. Also tried their crispy fried tofu on the side and that alone? Addicting. And the drink at the end just tied the whole experience together. It's giving quality, it's giving experience, and it's giving I'll be back. read more

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The wait was insane during lunch on a Saturday, but so worth it! It's a set rice bowl lunch that comes with some banchan, salad, and tea. You mix up your bowl and transfer the contents to a separate plate, which leaves you with some crispy rice caked onto the bowl. Fill your crispy rice bowl with the provided tea, cover it, and enjoy it after you finish your meal. Orders: Spicy eggplant: Perfectly cooked, mildly spicy cubed eggplant on top of a bed of rice. Texture was very nice and flavors were well balanced. I'd def order this again! Salmon: Nice and crispy fish with some roe. My wife REALLY loved this. She said it was seasoned perfectly and was texturally satisfying. Eggplant/shrimp side: Super crispy, wonderfully tasty. I could have eaten 3 more plates of these. This is the only dish I got a picture of because I was too excited to eat everything. Inside, they were playing good music. The space was relatively small for how popular they are. Super clean, really nice service. Our orders came out pretty quickly considering the rush they were experiencing. At the end, they give you a yogurt drink. We will 100% be back to try more things. read more

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Finally got to try Damsot! We swung by on a Saturday right before 5 and there were a few parties waiting outside as well. The place filled up within the hour. Food was of such great quality and fresh ingredients! I loved all the banchan that came with each set and the meal was very well rounded. We got the steak set and the spicy eggplant with cheese! The steak was good but the eggplant had so much flavor. We also got the shrimp tempura which was good but nothing crazy. The best part is that they gave us a little yogurt at the end of the meal!! read more

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My friends and I went to Dam-Sot after picking up our bibs for this weekends LA Marathon. What better way to carb load than by eating Korean pot rice. Dam-Sot has about a dozen different options for pot rice for you to choose from and even vegetarian options. My group ordered the spicy eggplant, beef and steak pot rice. Our orders came out after 10 minutes from ordering and service was quick. Each order came with salad, sides, soup, pot rice and some barley tea. Our server explained how to eat our set meal. You start off by mixing the rice and meat then scooping it onto another bowl. With the remaining crispy rice at the bottom you pour the barley tea and cover it with a lid so the crispy rice soaks up the tea and loosens, leaving you with a crispy rice soup. My friends and I thought the pot rice was flavorful and tasted healthy. All the cuts of meat tasted high quality and tender. The eggplant was garlicky and spicy. The pieces of pork inside were lean and had a nice chew to it. The beef pot rice was sliced thin and very flavorful. The steak was cubed and juicy. It was cooked perfectly and tender. They only offer 30 steak pot rice per day with 15 during lunch and 15 during dinner. They have parking underground which costs $5 but if you can find street parking it would probably be cheaper to pay the meter. The restaurant was clean and service was quick. They have multiple tables and can accommodate large parties. Servers were helpful and explained the menu and concept well. read more

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Friend suggested this for dinner and I didn't even realized I've been here before! I got the Eel pot rice the last time I went and I remember it was pretty good and would get it again but not amazing enough for me to designate it my eel pot spot. I got the steak pot rice this time and same feedback, it was delicious but wouldn't purposely come back for it. The cold soba that my friend got though... I tried a bit and I would definitely come back again for it again! Also the staffs are really nice. One of them admittedly mentioned they gave my meal to another table which caused some delays but provided some karage to compensate. You don't usually see people do that anymore while admitting their mistake. read more

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