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    Dan Sung Sa

    3.9 (1.7k reviews)
    Open 4:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Divey
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    Loud
    Good for groups

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    Mara S.

    Easily one of my favorite pochas in ktown. Everything is made so so fresh, amazing service, and the food is delicious. The only downside is the wait, but there's plenty of things to do to kill time in the area like the photobooth next door! The wait is definitely worth it. I always bring everyone here when they're visiting from out of town, since it's always so consistently great every time!

    Jiaqi G.

    This Korean pocha will always be my fave spot when I visit LA after an event or date. From their fish cake soup, lunch box, snapper sashimi, bossam and of course can't forget the skewers. All yummy and can't beat the price. Then pairing it with the yogurt soju is chefs kiss.

    Edward S.

    Dan Sung Sa is dark and smoky. It is filled with little alcoves along the walls. The grill is at the center with half a dozen cooks rapidly turning the skewers of meat. Is it the spot to start or end the night in KTown? Ddukbokki with Ramen: This massive plate will put you in a food coma. On a giant leaf of lettuce, squiggly elastic ramen noodles stretch to the edges of the plate. The rolled rice cakes are thick and as chewy as bubble gum. Triangles of thin fish cakes offers bit of protein in a sea of carbs and sweet red gochugang-based sauce. For veggies, you get onions, bell peppers, mushrooms, and carrots. If you're still hungry, there's a hard boiled egg. Dumbbells: Vermicelli noodles are tightly wrapped in seaweed with bulbous battered ends. The dumbbell-shaped treats are crispy and chewy at the same time. To take advantage of the great deal on skewers, you need to purchase an alcoholic beverage, which is a smart idea for washing down all this delicious savory food. When you've had enough, pay at the counter in your way out. Parking: The tiny strip mall location has valet. If you're lucky, you might find street parking not too far away.

    Tawny V.

    Dan Sung Sa is a hidden gem located in Koreatown! It's a well-known divey bar with a fun, lively atmosphere that keeps locals coming back. The service is quick and friendly, making it a great spot to kick back and relax. The food is hella good, authentic Korean comfort food that hits the spot every time. The drinks are also reasonably priced, so you can enjoy a few without breaking the bank. The fried chicken was flavorful, but next time I'll ask for the sauce on the side to dip. The skewers are my favorite, they're perfectly grilled and full of flavor. The Korean pancake was hot and crispy, just how I like it, and it's always a satisfying snack. Overall, Dan Sung Sa is a must-visit if you're craving good Korean bar food in a laid-back setting. It's the kind of place that feels like a local secret. Come early or hella late to avoid the crowds!

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    Bella S.

    I love this place! I know it can get super busy on the weekends, but both times I've still been sat at a reasonable time. The workers are so incredibly nice! The service is great! The food is so delicious and for a reasonable price. Specifically, the skewers after you get a drink. I always eat the pork belly skewers and the beef short rib. The best part about it is that they leave the stick out of it, so it just comes as a plate of meat. My favorite is the Korean Tteokbokki with Ramen noodles. It is so well seasoned, and it is a guilty pleasure of mine. It also has many pieces of kimchi. The corn cheese is yummy and great as a side of anything that you get there. They also give you a free cabbage soup to start that is so flavorful in itself! I also love the ambience as well as the decorations and set up of the restaurant

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    Sara D.

    Such a fun spot with an amazing vibe! It's definitely a hole-in-the-wall kind of place, which made it feel even more special. The dim lighting added so much to the overall experience and created a cozy atmosphere. Service was quick and attentive, and every dish came out packed with flavor. My favorites were the asparagus bacon, pork rib, and mushroom skewers--each one was absolutely delicious. I also ordered the deokbokki, and wow... it was SO good! Every bite was flavorful and satisfying. Can't wait to come back and try even more from the menu. Highly recommend!

    Grilled shrimp
    Harrison W.

    Food: 3.5/5 Service: 4/5 Ambiance: 4/5 My friend invite me here to have a dinner and drink. I passed by here a lot of time in the past and always saw a line. Now I get my chance to try it out. My friends ordered a lot of food. I mean a lot. We also had a few pitchers of beer and soju. The food are ok for me. Some of them are pretty pricey for my opinion. I would have to come back here again and order moderately to see what the true cost but for now they are solid 4.

    Bailey C.

    Such a cool vibe in here with really good food. I've been a couple of times and I always get food to share. Everything comes out pretty quick although there's usually a wait to get in! Typically moves fast. The service is friendly and the food is always fresh and delicious. We got so much food last time I can't even name it all haha photos included:)

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    Damon T.

    Probably one of my top 3 restaurants in US ever. when u walk in it's dark and cramped. Barely any space to walk. The seating surrounds a grill and there are tables on the outside for larger parties. I really recommend sitting on the counter. Cool to see the grill. They are quick with the service and everything is easy to order on a piece of paper. To order the $1.99 skewers you must buy alcohol. It is soooo worth it though. 2 people ate till we were stuffed for about $60 after tax and tip. Crazy deal. U MUST GET THE GRILLED STEAMED EGG. I'm addicted and obsessed. Another thing, BOSSAM IS LIKE $15!?!? I'm this economy is crazy. It's soooo good too. One of the best I've had. Comes with some soup and veggie sticks. If you want to order more u just tell the waiters what you want. Surprisingly didn't come out smelling like smoke. Must be some top notch ventilation over the grill. 10/10 must try for food and ambiance. Unlike anything I've ever had in the states.

    Cheese omelette
    Monica C.

    Our son wanted to go there. Luckily we didn't have to wait at all. We ordered the lemonade soju. We had their spicy chicken wings, cheese omelette, cheesy corn, barbecue chicken, potato and kimchi pancake, pork skewer, spicy and non spicy chicken skewers, nut skewer, shrimp skewer. We liked the pancakes and the chicken wings the best. The place didn't disappoint. The ambience was cool and fun.

    Stir Fried Kimchi and Pork with tofu Ddeokbokki
    Claudia H.

    I was reading some of the reviews and a lot of them complained about the service, but I actually had a pretty good experience here. The servers were pretty friendly and willing to help. They are really busy so they might be a bit rushed but they weren't super rude or anything. I came on a saturday night around 8pm and a table for 2 was a 40 minute wait. I liked the vibes, and sitting at the bar station was nice being able to see the skewers being grilled. We got the ddukbokki, stir fried kimchi pork belly with tofu, chicken skewers, frog leg skewers, grilled egg skewers, and hot sake. Food was pretty good, it's what you'd expect from a pocha. My favorite was the stir fried kimchi and pork belly and tofu. It was a lot of food for 2 people, and I wish I could've tried some of the other skewers! It would be easier to do that with a bigger group & try a bigger variety of dishes

    Kevin R.

    Some of my friends showed me this place spontaneously and it was good! Their menu has a lot of items on it so it's a little bit of something for everyone. I tried the Kimchi Pancake , Beef Bulgogi with Crystal Noodles , Potato Pancake , Fried Shumai , and the Corn Cheese. All of these had good flavor and decently priced for the amount of food you can get. My favorite was the Kimchi Pancake. Service was decent , our orders were taken fast and food came out relatively fast. Ambiance is amazing. It looks like you're not even in LA. Really good late night spot. Overall , would come again and try more of their menu items!

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    Ashli A.

    Absolutely DELICIOUS! Wow, I give this place a 9/10. We got here right at the opening, so all the food was extremely hot and fresh. The seating was really cool! The decor transports you to Korea immediately! We went with a booth, and engraved our names in the wall :) To eat, we got the corn cheese, kimchi pork belly, grilled pork belly, chicken feet, bbq pork ribs, shrimp skewer, stuffed shrimp and cream cheese wonton, and the cabbage soup. Just WOW! It was all so delicious! We also shared a grape suja! The service was also amazing, and we were attended to constantly without ever feeling rushed. My only take back is the price. I think for what we ate, it could've been a tad bit less. $105 was our total before tip, but a few of the dishes were very tiny. I'll likely be returning soon :) great place I'm glad to have been introduced to!

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    Ask the Community - Dan Sung Sa

    Do they have any vegan options? Asking for a friend I'd like to include. (she doesn't mind shared grill)

    Can we bring our teenage niece? *Should* we?

    Yes! It's not dangerous in any way.

    Will it be open on January 2nd?

    Yes! They're open 365 🎉

    Could dine solo here?

    Yes

    Is there air conditioning in the restaurant on hot days?

    Yes 🥶 🪭

    Do you allow outside food (specifically a cake for a birthday)?

    No 😭

    Can we book a table?

    It's first come first serve.

    Are we able to make reservations for a party of 9 during weekends?

    Yes

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    Yes

    Do we have to make a reservation?

    You don't have to, but I recommend it. You can call them during their business hours. If you do make reservations, they are strict with your whole party being there otherwise they won't seat you and you have to wait.

    Do the kimchi pancakes / potato pancakes have meat in them?

    Hello Carly No no meat in both .… 

    Is there outdoor seating?

    Only indoor

    I'm allergic to peanuts. Is there a lot of things with peanuts in it?

    I'm also allergic and I've gotten full at this place.

    Is there a happy hour? If so when?

    No happy hour 😔

    Do you have to be 21 and over?

    Yes, it's a bar

    What time does the kitchen close?

    1:15 am

    What on the menu is vegan?

    lol don't come to k town if you're vegan. Please.

    Are they open New Year's Day?

    Yes ^^ we are open 365 Days a year ! Happy new year ~

    Are there good pescaterian or vege options?

    Yep! Plenty of fish rice and veggie based dishes fasho. Keep in mind more bar than restaurant (at least to me). No shortage of options but on the heartier side.

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    Pine & Crane - Beef Noodle Soup and Panfried Pork Buns :) yumsicles + good company = wonderful lunch

    Pine & Crane

    4.3(3.4k reviews)
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    Food was delicious. We got the bean curd salad (standard and good), three cup chicken (so flavorful…read moreand their rice is soft and fluffy), wonton noodle soup (great wontons) ~ I ask for the thicker noodles, and beef rolls. Beef rolls and wonton noodle soup were my favorites of the bunch. Service is really friendly. You order at the front and find a seat but when it's busy they'll help you find seats so no stress. It was a super hot summer day in LA and their AC was there but it still felt pretty warm inside the restaurant. Parking can be tough around here.

    My wife and I stopped by Pine & Crane on a Sunday afternoon around 2:00 p.m. for a late lunch and…read morethere were plenty of seats available when we arrived. Ordering is done at the counter and the restaurant is self-seating. Between the two of us, we shared their beef pancake roll, their three cup chicken, pork potstickers and a side of their lotus roots. This ended up being too much food for the two of us to finish and we ended up having to take home leftovers. I really enjoyed the beef pancake roll here. The inside has generous amounts of thinly sliced, marinated beef shank, and the scallion pancake wrap is rolled out very thin, crispy, and not oily at all. There's a bunch of julienned cucumbers inside for that crunch and just the right amount of hoisin sauce for that added sweetness. I wouldn't change a thing about this dish. With the three cup chicken, I enjoyed how spicy the dish was; definitely a dish you'll want to enjoy over rice. If I had to nitpick, one improvement that could have been made to the dish is if the chicken pieces were cut to be smaller. The potstickers here are well-made. If you're looking for Japanese-style gyoza, you will not find that here. The ones here are very in-line with what you'd find at food stalls on the streets of Taiwan in terms of texture, taste, and flavor. The potsticker wrappers have a wonderful crispiness to them and the pork filling is well-seasoned: I didn't actually need to use the included sauce to enjoy the dumplings. Overall, I had a wonderful meal at Pine & Crane and would happily come back again for lunch. Prices are competitive for the amount of food that you get and food was very promptly delivered out of the kitchen.

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    Running Goose

    4.4(2k reviews)
    3.2 miHollywood
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    Some meals feed you. This one converted us. We walked into…read moreThe Running Goose for an early lunch and left as devotees. Start with the "farm vegetables" carrots, yes, but carrots the way a poet means them. Sweet, blistered, singing. And then the aioli..... oh the aioli. I don't know what wizardry was in it and I've decided I don't want to. Some mysteries are better kept as mysteries you can drive back to. My wife and I looked at each other over that plate the way people do when they realize the afternoon has just changed shape. We are coming back for it. Every day. For the rest of our lives. Put a plaque on our table. .....The salmon belly burger was mine and I guarded it like family silver, rich, silky, the kind of fat that melts into everything around it. My wife had the smoked beet quesadilla, which arrived smelling like a good fire and tasted like someone had thought very hard about beets and finally gotten it right. She offered me a bite. She regretted offering me a bite...... And the owner served us himself. Warm, and present, the kind of host who tells you about a dish because he's proud of it, not because it's a script. That pride is all over the food. You can taste the years of devotion in it. Go. Sit down. Order the vegetables first. Let someone who cares about cooking feed you a real, considered, and generous plate. This is what a neighborhood restaurant is supposed to feel like.

    What a great find in Hollywood…read more The Running Goose delivered from beginning to end. The kale salad was amazing, followed by the pork belly pincho with a beautiful char. The duck was exactly how I like it: crispy without being burnt and packed with flavor. And then there was the Gringo Burger for my gringa, which she loved. We finished with the Pavlova, which was the perfect ending. Great food, relaxed atmosphere, and the kind of place that makes you start thinking about what you'll order the next time before you've even left. We'll definitely be back.

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    Bacari W Adams

    4.3(2k reviews)
    2.1 miUniversity Park
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    Came back to Bacari W. Adams tonight after my last experience and wanted to give credit where it's…read moredue, the turnaround was honestly incredible. Huge kudos to Kal especially. She completely made the experience from the second we sat down. She had already saved us the cigars we missed out on last time and even brought out prosecco as soon as we were seated. She literally had a timer going for the cigars so they would come out quickly, and because of that they were one of the first dishes we received. The pacing of the meal was PERFECT. Dish after dish came out nonstop without feeling rushed. We were seated around 6:45 and somehow finished eating by 7:30, which is honestly impressive considering how much we ordered: caprese, polenta fries, cigars, chicken sliders, wings, broccoli, and cauliflower. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and timed so well. Also shoutout to Kai and Fabian for the amazing service throughout the night. You could genuinely feel how attentive and organized the whole team was this time around. My mother-in-law loved the watermelon tequila drink, and honestly the only disappointing part of the night was being too full for dessert This experience reminded me why I used to love coming here so much during my USC days. Really appreciate the team for turning things around and making us want to come back again.

    I've had better experiences at the other bacari locations. This one was honestly pretty bad. The…read moreowner was showing the ropes to newcomer and she absolutely did nothing wrong. Someone in our group ordered French toast and didn't get it til an hour later. The iced tea that the waiter apologized and said they were making it immediately never came for that hour. The bottomless drinks only occured 3 times in the time they came. It's probably by design but that's kinda bad if you barely cover your cost of 3 drinks for that $35 unlimited 90min. The food was ok, felt my beef bureka was a little on the lukewarm side. The dishes came out sporadically as they said which would've been ok if sporadic wasn't not getting some food over an hour later. The staff attending to our water and other needs were nice but there was just so much logistical issues that it gave me a really bad impression. There wasn't even that many ppl either.

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    HATCH

    4.3(1.1k reviews)
    2.3 miDowntown
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    PLEASANTLY SURPRISED! 4.8…read more Hatch is located on the ground level of The Bloc, an open-air shopping center in downtown Los Angeles. The restaurant offers outdoor seating overlooking the lovely green turf and provides tall heaters for cooler evenings. My husband made lunch reservations here and told me it was just a quick 10-15 minute walk from our hotel, The Ritz-Carlton. We crossed a few intersections to get there, and it was well worth the walk. Upon arrival, we were greeted by a warm and welcoming host. The ambiance is light and airy, featuring high ceilings, light-colored walls, and light wood furnishings. The overall aesthetic is clean, modern, and very inviting. We stopped in for a late lunch and ordered the "Eggcellent Lunch" prix fixe, which included the following: *Tuna Tataki Handroll ~ seared wild caught tuna, tomato & shallot salsa, rayu chili oil, ponzu, micro cilantro *Seaweed Salad ~ w/minced garlic. Served alongside the Tuna Tataki Handroll *Squid Ink Karaage ~ 2-day brined fried chicken thighs, squid ink, house pickles, grilled lime, black garlic ranch *Chicken Breast Skewer ~ char siu marinade, black sesame *Bacon Shishito Skewer ~ applewood smoked bacon *Chicken Meatball Skewer ~ sous vide egg yolk & tare dip Bottom line, everything had visual appeal and was packed with flavor! If we lived locally, we would definitely return for dinner. I have no doubt the rest of the menu would be just as tasty, and I can only imagine the restaurant coming alive in the evening with a lively crowd, happy diners, and a well-stocked bar.

    Hatch is situated in an outdoor mall and is a very nice space. The food we had here was fantastic,…read moredrinks are also strong and yummy. They served each thing we got pretty quickly. Still did not feel rushed. Bacon-wrapped Shishito- 5/5 sooo yummy my favorite bite of the night. thigh + green onion- 5/5 a classic, delicious and not too heavy. Chicken meatball- 5/5 I was surprised at how much I liked this one. Very juicy but not overwhelmingly meaty. Porkbelly- 5/5 another classic very yummy and i liked the wasabi? they put on top white prawn- 0/5 : this was NOT good. my only skip of the night left a gross fishy flavor in my mouth. I did not enjoy mushroom party- 5/5 i love mushrooms so I adored this one. Great assortment. Ribs- 4/5 very sweet would suggest getting a veggie to cut the sweetness and richness. Overall very yummy. A wonderful experience. I would love to come back. The drinks were also strong and yummy!

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    HATCH - HATCH.  Modern, clean lines.

    HATCH. Modern, clean lines.

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    DAMA

    4.4(1.5k reviews)
    3.1 miDowntown
    $$$

    What a surprise! My friend and I visited for restaurant week…read moreand I'd give it a 9/10! The drive there was a bit iffy due to location but surprisingly the street that the restaurant is on was clean and felt pretty safe! I chose to park on the street but I'd advise to valet ($15) for safety purposes. We walked into a concrete built up newish area that had a brewery and another Michelin rated restaurant across the courtyard. The entire area was inviting! The restaurant felt like we took a dinner vacation to Cabo which was recipe for a relaxing evening! We ordered from the restaurant week menu which for us consisted of Ceviche, Guac w/delicious fresh tortilla fresh chips, whipped beans, snapper, bbq chicken, empanadas and basque cheesecake. All were great!.. we just wanted a larger portion of everything! I'd recommend and will definitely go again! I love restaurant week!

    Went back to Dama for their Dine LA menu so I thought I'd post so you don't miss out. For starters…read moreyou get GUACAMOLE, WHIPPED BEANS AND A CEVICHE TOSTADA. Yes, you get all three so no hard choices have to be made. My first impression of the beans was that they were no biggie but last night they were fire! I almost ordered a plate to take home. You have been warned the ceviche tostada has a kick but squirt some lime on it if you need to and you will survive. As for the guacamole, it's guacamole - need I say more? For my entree I went with the snapper, which came with escabeche, lime, pineapple, cilantro, green onion, and chili rub. In the past, I've strictly stuck to their small plates and I feel that's still the way to go. Nothing wrong with my snapper, I just love all the other little plates more. I went with one other person and only one piece of cheesecake came out. Supposedly it was a bigger slice but looked like an average size to me. This cheesecake is made with manchego cheese so don't expect an overly sweet treat. I did enjoy it. But, I also ordered their flan that is only available in August and I found that to be better than the cheesecake. Get both as one is limited edition. We also got the fried chicken tacos. We were told they were pretty spicy but I felt the ceviche was spicier. They were tasty but did not live up to their oxtail tacos they used to have. Also, squirt some lime on these tacos - you're welcome. This is one of my fave places to dine during peak weather season. Go check them out. Tip: street parking is available if you get there at 5 otherwise valet is $15. Trust, you do not want to park your car anywhere other than that one block where the restaurant is located.

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    4.1(116 reviews)
    5.8 mi

    A First Timer here... I felt like I was literally on a DayCation! Gratefully, it was Thee Perfect…read moreday and Time to come to "Butterfly" for a Sunday Fun Day! No reservation needed. Not crowded. Not too loud. Plenty of seating options. Nice menu selection both Food & Drinks. It was like, A Party In My Mouth! A Must Try! I am certain the Food. Drinks. Service. View & Experience will not disappoint! Parking options- Valet or Parking Garage right next door. Take the Elevator up to the 6th Floor. Rooftop! *PS- To the Bartender, Hands down! Two thumbs up! Enjoy!

    Butterfly is a José Andrés establishment, located on the sixth floor of the swanky Shay Hotel. You…read morecan order the food at the poolside or the sit-down patio, all the while enjoying a pool views and those of the surrounding Westside. I ordered a few things both at the pool and the patio, including the Sésamo, a limited-time sesame-based cocktail, chips and salsa, pescado Baja California (fried fish taco), quesadilla de hongos en molito (mushroom quesadilla), and chocoflan for dessert. The Sésamo cocktail was strong, and to be honest, I didn't taste any sesame flavor; I just tasted tequila. Not bad, but not what I expected. Chips and salsa were tasty, especially the salsa, which had a nice, smoky flavor and not too spicy. The fish tacos were the highlight, with a delicately-crispy fried exterior and tender rockfish inside. Quesadillas were pretty good, hefty with cheese and paired with a spicy red salsa. The chocoflan was creamy and milky, a solid end to our meal. Overall, pretty good well-made Mexican food, although the price point is steep for its portion size. Service was extremely slow, and it took a long time just to get our check in the end. But when in town, it's a fun place to check out the hotel, its resort, and the overall SoCal vibes.

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    Butterfly - Queso Fundido

    Queso Fundido

    Butterfly - Salt Air Margarita

    Salt Air Margarita

    Butterfly - Patio

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    Patio

    Hangari Kalguksu - (LARGE) Hangari Bossam

    Hangari Kalguksu

    4.4(3.3k reviews)
    0.2 miWilshire Center, Koreatown
    $$
    Women-owned & operated
    10 years in business

    They start you off with barley rice and banchan, instructing you to mix the nutty barley rice with…read moregreens, gochujang, and sesame oil for a savory first bite. The service is attentive, even when busy. We arrived shortly after they opened at 10 AM, and by 11:30 AM, there was a line outside. This place truly delivers! We ordered two popular dishes, including the Chicken Kalguksu (knife-cut noodles with chicken, squash, kabocha, potato, and dates in chicken and anchovy broth) and the Hangari Bossam (medium, boiled and tender pork belly with cabbage leaves and kimchi). The Chicken Kalguksu was a highlight with its thick, chewy noodles and creamy broth. The squash was a delicious addition - comforting and warm, a must-order! The Hangari Bossam (medium) was perfect for sharing, and the tender pork belly was amazing with the cabbage and kimchi. I especially enjoyed it with the jalapeños; it's the best of both worlds, melting in your mouth! We left feeling full and happy, already looking forward to our next visit. This is a must-try in Ktown!

    I seriously had an out of body experience when I tried their clam kalguksu. The broth was so savory…read moreand filled with so much umami flavor. It also tasted super clean and had lots of other ingredients such as squash and big chunks of potato. I constantly crave it and wish I could eat it every single day. Their bossam was also super delicious, even though it's pork belly, theirs didn't taste heavy or oily at all and had a very refreshing flavor. I enjoy how the ambiance is comfy and emulates a home vibe. The service is also amazing and they're very efficient with taking orders. If you go at peak dinner time on the weekends, expect a line. But I would say it moves pretty fast because they let you look at the menu and take your order while you're in line. Then when it's your turn to be seated they bring out your food fairly quickly. 100% recommend coming here to eat when you're in the area.

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    Hangari Kalguksu - Belly and Jowl & Chicken-KALGUKSU

    Belly and Jowl & Chicken-KALGUKSU

    Hangari Kalguksu - Bossam jowl combo

    Bossam jowl combo

    Hangari Kalguksu - (MEDIUM) Hangari Bossam (Serves 2)

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    (MEDIUM) Hangari Bossam (Serves 2)

    Dan Sung Sa - korean - Updated September 2026

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