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Pretty flavorful Korean food but it's so expensive. A kalbi plate is $28. Definitely most items are $20 and more. The price of bowl is maybe $3 less and maybe it's worth it to get the plate since it will come with salad and kimchee. The price just shocks me and I felt it should come with more rice. At least the meat portion was somewhat decent. And the plates came with drinks. Tried the triple combo plate which had chicken and beef with teriyaki on the side and kalbi. And I had a little bit of the spicy pork. Had the japchae as a side. It all tasted pretty good. There is outdoor seating. read more

Gushi - April 2025 - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Rina L.

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I haven't been back to Gushi's since COVID but stopped by UCLA before Christmas and decided to try Gushi's again. Everything seems the same...but the plates was not as good as I remember. The rice was a bit undercooked and the chicken and beef were dry/chewy. I went as soon as they opened so maybe they're weren't set up properly. I would probably go back to try it one more time. There is paid parking next to Gushi's now- I think it used to be valet before...I don't remember. read more

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Keilab A.

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Quick and easy spot to satisfy your Korean food cravings. I wish the portions were larger considering the price. I got the bulgogi plate that came with rice, salad, and kimchi. The bulgogi was alright... more on the chewier side and the marinade was lacking. It wasn't terrible but not the best, just average. read more

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Christian K.

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Haven't had this place in a couple years, I was in the area and I wanted to see if it was as good as I remembered. The food tasted amazing and was as good as i remembered, i definitely would eat here again if I come down to this area again. This place is a little expensive, which makes sense because of the area it is located in and they charge a lot for extra sauce on the side. Sitting outside can be relaxing also, can see all the cars driving by and get some fresh air. The servers were nice, didn't really interact much because of how busy they were read more

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Andro L.

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Dishes here are huge and affordables. love this place, they have a small patio, they r always busy, the dishes look and taste fresh. the patio is loud sometimes cause of the cars passing by, but great place, u order at the front, they give u a number and they call u when ur order is ready. service was ok read more

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Gushi plate? More like dog food plate. Like wtf is this man? This is not bulgogi... no color no sauce no sides? Heck nooooo! Went here cause fat sals was closed... damn it sal. HURRY UP AND RE-OPEN. read more

Gushi - Gushi plate aka dog food plate. - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Adam B.

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I love college kid food, even though it's been quite some time since I've been in academia. Huge portion with a drink for under $20 (including tax). And quite tasty. Chicken Teriyaki Plate: Very tasty, for humble chicken. Like wow, how did they pack in so much flavor into that marinade. Plus the grill marks added a nice smoky layer. Gushi Plate: Decided to get the eponymous dish, since that's usually a safe bet. Plus I really like bulgogi. So bulgogi literally means "fire meat" and I love when it's scorched and crispy. Here, I didn't see any grill/griddle marks and it kinda had the soggy texture of gyudon. I mean, don't get me wrong, it was still very tasty. But given how nicely they grill the teriyaki dish, I was hoping my bulgogi would have a similar smoky kiss. read more

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Manvtk T.

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Great place been coming here for years. The food is always really delicious. Can't beat that good beef taste always go with the normal beef bowl. Have to hit it with the extra teriyaki and Sriracha. read more

Gushi - Beef bowl with green onion - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Luis B.

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The lady who works the morning shift is very unprofessional & she was upset because I called to place a order for a mixed plate & i gave her a heads up I didn't want no Kimchi & she still added kimchi to my order. I would never come back to this Gushi spot because of her . read more

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Donna A.

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I used to dine at Gushi frequently but since their prices increased so much, it's no longer worth it. Today, 5/7/25 was the first time in a long time back at Gushi. I ordered the combo plate beef and chicken extra rice instead of salad. The portion is smaller than I remember for almost $24, I expected more quality and portion. The beef was not as tender, the chicken was just ok. They give only 1 small cup of sauce. I remembered in the past, they had the sauce available on the counter in case you needed more. The rice was mushy and overall, it was not as good as it used to be. My friend ordered the kimchi fried rice and she also thought the rice was too mushy. The other friend ordered the soup and she said it lacked flavor and it had too much bean sprouts. Gushi used to be a crowded place back in the day, it's different now. I don't mind paying as I understand everything has gone up but quality should reflect that. They are close to UCLA on Gayley Ave. Service was ok, place is very casual. They have tables available for dine in. read more

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Serinee T.

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You can't walk around in Westwood village without smelling delicious kbbq from Gushi. Their Kalbi plate is my favorite thing to order-- their Kalbi is so tender and full of flavor. It pairs really nicely with the white rice, side salad, and kimchi. I also love to order their japchae to eat with Kalbi. Excellent quality and huge portions for the price. As a busy medical student, this place is the best spot to grab takeout and satisfy my Korean food cravings. read more

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Daniel P.

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One of the worst ever customer service experience ever ,lady at the register was extremely rude for no reason,food was good,but beware when you order read more

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Juhyeong L.

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Been coming here for a long time as a student and I love their galbi and beef steak teriyaki. The quality is extremely great and their service is awesome too. Will always come back for more. read more

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Kevin H.

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Wow. Stopped by for Fat Sal's, BUT smelled the awesomeness from this place so I had to try it. The order took quite a while to fulfill to be honest, but it was definitely worth the wait. Seemed like there were a lot of pick up orders so that might be a smarter choice. There's a decent amount of seating and it was easy to find parking so it wasn't all that bad. I ordered the Gushi plate which had beef, chicken, and short ribs. The beef blew my mind, it wasn't like your average thin hawaiian bbq beef, this was like a thicker juicier beef. Pretty impressed. I added a japche on the side and it was tasty as well. Flavor on point for sure. Great job read more

Gushi - Gushi Plate - (3 meats) Korean Short Rib Kalbi, Chicken, and Beef - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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José M.

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If you want your combo with a miso soup, make sure you don't select a tea or soft drink when they ask you what you would like to drink. A little pricey but the beef and chicken are consistently flavorful. read more

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Rishi P.

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Rude cashier. Super bad attitude. Had questions on the menu and she just snapped at me saying I don't know what you want. Food was fine, but wouldn't want to support a business that treats their customers like I experienced read more

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Ordered over the phone, quick turnaround, and easy pickup. Everything was reasonable taste-wise, but nothing stood out as being particularly worth the price point, which seems a bit higher than comparable spots nearby. Fun to try once and a fine spot to have here and there but not my top pick. read more

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Daniel B.

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Bottom line: 20 fricking dollars for a beef bowl, ucla students with wallet fatigue probably want to continue their search for a cheaper meal somewhere else. Holy guacamole !Good grief foodflation! Eventhough it's 2023 and stagflation runs amok, this is still Extremely cost prohibitive for the ucla crowd. Ordered the beef bowl. At $20 , I was expecting any kind of side and drink. The beef came naked a La carte on a bed of rice. Except for the green scallions, it was offered with zero sides and other veggies So essentially, you're paying $20 for some beef. The beef was just okay. Yes it's a notch above the fast-food Korean bowl places, but not at these prices. read more

Gushi - 20$ beef bowl? What do you say to that ucla students ? - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Panseo K.

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Amazing food, great staff etiquette, and great price for korean food in the middle of westwood. Would try again. Their side dishes are one of a kind as well. read more

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Darien B.

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I went to this place and ordered the kalbi bowl and I said to them fried rice so they gave me a separate box and in the box for the kalbi bowl white rice was in there and they charged me 52 dollars for that and the Asian lady working at the front counter wasn't knowledgeable and took too long she seemed rather annoying I don't recommend going to this place also almost choked on a bone I'm not coming back again and food tasted weird it was more dry and the rice almost gave me stomach ache and I almost threw up because they forced me to eat my food otherwise I would of had to pay a 1,000 dollar fee for not finishing my food very unacceptable read more

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David K.

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Gushi is one of three food shacks that are next to each other (the others Hangry Moon's, Fat Sal's Deli) with no indoor seating, limited outdoor seating, and orders taken and given out from a window. All three are popular with UCLA students who live in the neighborhood. My last order was the combo plate with bulgogi and beef teriyaki over white rice with a side of kimchi and salad. The bulgogi and beef teriyaki were perfectly grilled and flavorful. The plate came with extra teriyaki sauce on the side. The kimchi was good. The salad was just a generic green salad with a generic salad dressing. But basically, I came for the meat. And they provide a lot of it. Most customers get their orders to-go. However, I have usually been able to find an outdoor table at Gushi to eat. I have been there several times and will continue to go. A hole in the wall with great food. read more

Gushi - Combo plate with bulgogi and beef teriyaki over white rice with kimchi and salad - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Ihyun J.

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So grateful to have such a wonderful kbbq takeout spot near campus. The kimchi pork belly and kimchi fried rice here are absolutely fire. Gushi is where I find comfort in times of difficulty. read more

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Mary D.

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Prices went up by $4-5 so it may not be as affordable for a student anymore but portions and quality remind the same. Gushi's a hut off a busy corner at Gayley that offers korean grilled meat platters and other snacks. Hits the spot for a Westwood joint but pretty, pretty pricey now that I don't think it is worth it! Quality of the meats and portions are nice but truly- not sure if it's worth for the price! My favorite item is the kalbi platter- comes with nice juicy quality kalbi beef served on white rice with kimchi and salad on the side. Is also accompanied by a black sauce that I recommend pouring over your meat and spicy sauce which is just some sriracha. Also, a free small soft drink comes with the order OR you can also get miso soup instead of a soda! It used to be 18.95 so I'll get it often but the price is now $24!! and after taxes is over $27!!! so I'm not sure if it's worth it anymore! It's good but the cost could cover a better meal or even two meals elsewhere read more

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Annabell M.

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This place sucks. I ordered the Spam egg fried rice and it was disgusting. I asked the worker if he can substitute the scrambled egg for over easy fried egg and they said it would be possible. I proceeded to ask the worker if there was any other veggies in the dish. They said there was only peas and carrots. When I recieved the dish there was chunky onions. There was no spam in the dish, just chunky cheap ham, tasteless scrambled eggs and dry. The entire dish had no taste to it, dry and bland. Total waste of money. I would never come here again read more

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William S.

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Good, not great. Chicken teriyaki couldv'e had more sauce. A bit pricey. Kimchi was good, salad was mid. read more

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Chloe C.

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FOOD - we got the chicken and galbi combo plate. p good, chicken is ok (a bit too chewy) but the galbi is fire. reminded me of galbi at a nostalgic family BBQ. the meat was so flavorful and had a smoky charcoal flavor. kimchi and salad are also not bad, but next time I would just get a galbi bowl, prolly way cheaper. PRICE - $$$$, for the money I thought we would get more meat but I was a little disappointed there were only lkke 4 small pieces of galbi and similar amount of chicken. SERVICE - normal AMBIANCE - outdoor seating read more

Gushi - Combo Plate (chicken + galbi) - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Emma W.

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Served pretty big portions of meat and rice, but was pretty pricey. I got a bulgogi bowl, but did not expect it to come with just rice and meat, no veggies. If you want veggies, you probably have to order a plate, which is more expensive. The seating area is really small. The meat was okay and needed the sauce on the side for flavor, but there was only a small container and I ran out halfway through the meal. Service was really fast. read more

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Debbie T.

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Trash ! Even worse the ladies behind the register can care less about what they feed you or have come back . I wouldnt even feed this raw and unflavored meat to my dog read more

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The sweet smell of barbecue will lure you to this place. The food here is delicious, the servings are huge, and the price is somewhat reasonable for how much food you get. That being said, you're really just getting a giant pile of rice with meat on top. They up charge a lot if you want to add any kind of veggies/nutrition to your plate, which is disappointing. I wouldn't recommend eating your plate there since there are often cockroaches and other critters in their al fresco dining area. The service is moderately quick, but definitely not fast food if you're in a rush! read more

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Benjamin C.

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Solid food - Portion of meat is on point i do give them credit. Service - The lack of communication is not quite there. Overpriced - Inflation has gone up and I understand the food is very pricey. read more

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Chris R.

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It was fine fast food Korean. I had the Yook Gae Jang which was served very very hot with rice and a very small 1/4 cup portion of kimchi. I waited for the soup to cool down to a level that is consumable. There is outside patio seating. It was cold outside, but they hadn't turned on the heaters. It was fine, but I think I should have gotten the beef and rice dish. read more

Gushi - Patio seating only...heaters not working - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Annie B.

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This place hit THE SPOT. I was craving warm Korean/Asian food on a cold night and this did the job!! The shop is like a hole in the wall and reminds me of a small family shop. The food is delicious as well! We ordered the bibimbap and seafood tofu soup. Portions are huge! I had enough to eat for lunch the next day. Keep in mind there's limited free parking, and there's only outdoor seating! read more

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Lyna K.

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Food: Ordered two plates, kimchi friend rice and beef yaki udon. Everything was so tasty, so fresh, packed with flavor. Sometimes these dishes can get greasy, but they weren't for us. Absolutely worth trying! Interior/Exterior: There's a seating outdoor patio area, more of a quick sit down and go style of setting. It's located right off of Gayley Ave. We went in the evening, closer to 8pm. There were quite a few impatient car drivers that were quick to honk if anyone took a second too long parking or looking for parking. Since we were sitting right by the wall closest to the sidewalk and street, it can be quite loud an annoying. Location & parking: We had parked further away, a 10 minute walk, since we attended an art gallery show in the area. But, there is street parking and different parking lots you can part at, in then walk on over. Experience: Great overall! Good food, it wasn't crowded, maybe one other table of people were there when we arrived. read more

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Moe E.

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Amazing food! Parking can be tough but that all of Westwood. Really tasty but a bit TOO expensive for what it is. read more

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Gushi Kalbi Plate $20.95 Gushi Plate $14.95 Beef Steak Teriyaku Plate $15.95 978 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024 read more

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Brandon S.

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I was looking for some rice bowls to eat around the area and stumbled upon this place. Its a relatively small building with small outdoor only seating area. I ordered a teriyaki chicken plate that came with a soda. I waited for about 7-8 minutes for my order to be ready. I started eating the food about 10-15 minutes after receiving it and it was still hot. The chicken was decently flavored with the sauce but a little bit on the dry end. The chicken was in large chunks so being dry wasn't too bad. The salad was nothing special and tasted alright. Kimchi wasn't soggy and the greens still had a nice crunch. Portion size wise, it was more than what I was expecting. Overall, the food was slightly above average. It was relatively pricier than other rice bowls/plates I've had at $13-14. I'll still be coming back to order. It seems like Gushi is the only place close-by in my area that has decent food that I'd be willing to pay for. read more

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Roger G.

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Came last night for the first time. I had the Gushi bowl & my friend had the Tofu bowl. We also each got a bottle of water, both of which were warm-- ah, well. The Gushi bowl had an unimpressive presentation, matched by unimpressive flavor. It was greasy and bland. My friend's tofu was visibly under seasoned, and they told me that the bowl was pretty flavorless on the whole. Will not be returning. The service was quick and the staff were kind. I assume they are understaffed because they closed early. read more

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Nick G.

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Although it's expensive in my opinion, it is a place that serves solid food and can be split up into two meals at least for me

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More info about Gushi

978 Gayley Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90024
UCLA, Westwood
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(310) 208-4038
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Hours

What time does Gushi open?

Gushi opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Gushi close?

Gushi closes at 10:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Gushi take credit cards?

Yes, Gushi takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Gushi have catering options?

No, Gushi does not have catering options.

Does Gushi have a happy hour?

No, Gushi does not have a happy hour.

Does Gushi serve alcohol?

No, Gushi does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Gushi allow dogs?

Yes, Gushi allows dogs.

Does Gushi have TVs?

Yes, Gushi has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Gushi have bike parking?

Yes, Gushi has bike parking.

Does Gushi have outdoor seating?

Yes, Gushi has outdoor seating options.

Does Gushi have parking?

Yes, Gushi has parking options. Street Parking, Validated Parking

Other Amenities

Does Gushi have free WiFi?

No, Gushi does not have free WiFi.

From the Business

Specialties

Gushi is legacy business that has been in the community since 1999. We sell authentic Korean street food, including teriyaki, fried rice, and more. Customers can enjoy their meals in our comfortable seating area.

History

Established in 1999.

Gushi is legacy business that has been in the community since 1999.

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Hangari Kalguksu

4.4(3.2k reviews)

Women-owned & operated

10 years in business

the clam kalguksu (바지락 칼국수) was definitely the highlight for me! it was super yummy and really…read morerefreshing. i remember eating it on such a hot day and it honestly hit perfectly i also got the yulmu bibim-guksu (열무 비빔국수), which is a cold noodle dish, and that was really refreshing too. overall, this feels like such a good summer spot. the vibe was lax, you just sit down and enjoy!! even the water felt refreshing because they serve it in those cold korean metal cups hehe they also move pretty fast service-wise, which i appreciated, and it's in such a good area with a lot of other food spots nearby. i'm really happy i randomly came across this place and i can't wait to explore more around the area

Visited Hangari on Saturday evening to try their renown Kalguksu with some friends. I've known that…read morespecific parking lot/strip mall to be a nightmare parking wise, so I bit the bullet and used the on-site valet. There is sometimes street parking but the availability is rough, it's tough to park, and even one of the meters we ended up at just didn't work. They only charge a $5 cash service charge though, which isn't bad. We were lucky to be seated right away, even in a packed restaurant. The restaurant has a surprisingly modern design, and is comfortable for as small as it is. We were quickly served their signature kimchis and barley rice. The kimchi, particularly the yeolmu (young summer radish) kimchi, has a unique flavor profile well suited to their food. We ordered 2 bowls of their plain kalgooksu, 1 bibim milmyun, and 1 tteokbokki. The food came out fairly quickly. The kalgooksu was as expected the star of the show. The anchovy broth brings a savory complexity that seems impossible for a soup made from just dried fish and a few other ingredients. It even has a rich, almost thick, quality to it that is surprising for a fish broth. Their noodles, the titular kalgooksu, have the signature irregularity and chew of knife cut noodles. I appreciate the vegetables that always come in kalgooksu, like potato, pumpkin, and zucchini, which offer an earthy heartiness to the light soup. My only complaint is that the potato is in huge irregular chunks, and is barely cooked, though I feel like I have had this issue with many of the kalgooksu bowls I've had over the years. The bibim milmyun was solid. I think that I prefer the texture and flavor of naengmyeon buckwheat noodles, but the milmyun, which are made with mostly wheat flour, still provide a satisfying chew. The sauce tasted bright and fresh, especially with a splash of added vinegar. It also came with a small side portion of spicy pork and some rice paper to wrap. The tteokbokki was the one let down of the meal. To be fair, I wasn't expecting much out of tteokbokki at all restaurant like this whose specialty is essentially the opposite. I ordered the tteokbokki as a "safe pick" for a picky eater in the group. It turned out to be a bit mediocre in our opinion, and that friend ended up enjoying their kalgooksu anyways. If you're looking to try this dish, it's definitely one of if not the best I've had in Southern California, so I'd totally recommend it. I'll also warn to steer clear of the Garden Grove restaurant of the same name and specialty. I think it's a disappointing mimicry of this place.

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Anju House

It was my first time here. The place is very nice and love the decor…read more The parking is valet or street parking. The service was very good. The chicken was a little in the dry side but overall all the food was good. We will be back!

my friend brought me here and i'm not gonna lie, i had pretty high expectations considering how…read morehyped this place is and the fact that there was a waitlist when we arrived. i ordered the kimchi bacon pasta, which apparently is their MOST popular dish, so maybe my expectations were too high. but as someone who loves both pasta and kimchi, this just did not hit for me. the kimchi had this slightly bitter taste that kept throwing me off and the whole dish ended up feeling underwhelming. halfway through eating it i was already thinking i should've trusted my instincts and ordered the seafood cream linguini or the shrimp gochujang butter pasta instead. those honestly sound way more promising. my friend ordered the OG fried chicken, and i genuinely need to know why it was all breast meat? for a place like this, i expected amazing korean fried chicken, but the pieces leaned dry and didn't have that juicy crispy payoff i was hoping for. the onion leek salad that came with the chicken honestly ended up being my favorite thing on the table, which i wasn't expecting at all! overall, i personally think the place is overhyped for the quality, especially at those prices. would i come back? probably not.

8.6 mi•Wilshire Center, Koreatown

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Sun Nong Dan

4.3(3k reviews)

Delayed review...so it is unfortunate it shows permanently closed :/…read more Sun Nong Dan was on my to-try list for awhile! Came by around 6PM on a Sunday. Surprisingly, no wait, though parking was getting filled up. Valet for $5, or street parking if able. Two of us ordered: #3, ox bone soup with assorted meats $20.99 #7, galbi tang $22.99 Their brown rice is actually purple rice. I personally ate most of the #3. I thought the flavors were nice and the amount of meat was more than expected, which was nice. Would definitely be back! I'm sure it could be rough in the area if you had to wait more than 20-30 minutes.

We came here after hitting a local dive bar in DTLA and I was pretty faded from drinking strong…read moredrinks at the bar. I was happy to see this is a 24 hours location and I wanted warm soup for comfort food to sober me up. The restaurant is in a small strip mall that offers valet service but we were able to find free street parking. I got the oxtail beef bone broth soup and it definitely hit the spot for comfort. I'm so sorry in my drunk state I ended up spilling my broth all over the table and floor. The staff were so sweet and understanding, I kept apologizing to them.

8.7 mi•Wilshire Center, Koreatown

Pickled jalepenos w/ hot mustard, dipping sauce

Kinchi and radishes

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Pickled peppers

Danbi

4.5(384 reviews)

We went shortly after they opened and it got busier as the night went on. The Honey butter chips…read moreare dripping with the honey butter sauce & I wished I had a whole bowl of that. The Grilled jowl was thinly sliced & one of my favorite dishes of the night! The Zabuton came out still sizzling on a bed of onions- I absolutely loved this & it is definitely shareable between 2 or more people. The Scallop pancake had baby scallops cooked in to it- very fluffy & filling, another shareable dish between 2 or more people. The Mushroom bibimbap mixed with the sauce is a great vegetarian dish! Parking- $10 self park in the plaza

My boyfriend and I had an 8:30pm reservation for his birthday and we were seated immediately upon…read morearrival. Our server started us off with water and everything got off to a great start. The ambiance was lovely and perfect for a date night. The dining room felt dark, intimate, and cozy, and I especially loved the little candle on the table. It was a small touch, but it made the experience feel warm and special. We ordered the perilla oil noodle, scallop pancake, pork jowl, and hwaechae milk to share. The perilla oil noodle had a strong perilla aroma which I loved, but beyond that it didn't really taste like much. It wasn't bad but it's probably the one dish I'd skip next time. The scallop pancake was great. It was crispy, packed with scallops, and the dipping sauce complemented it really well. The pork jowl was easily our favorite dish of the night. It was tender, flavorful, and paired perfectly with all of the accompanying condiments. Every bite felt balanced and well thought out. The hwaechae milk was also delicious and refreshing. It was a fun drink to share and a nice contrast to the richer dishes. While the food was good overall, the portions felt pretty small for the price point. Everything tasted good but it was hard not to notice how quickly the dishes disappeared given what we paid. Maybe it was just the specific dishes we ordered but considering Danbi is on the Michelin Guide, I was expecting bolder and more memorable flavors. Korean cuisine is known for being vibrant and packed with flavor so I left feeling a little underwhelmed. Nothing we had was bad but aside from the pork jowl there wasn't a dish that really wowed me. To end the meal, the staff brought us a yuzu popsicle topped with a birthday candle, which ended up being my favorite part of the entire night. The popsicle was perfectly tangy, refreshing, and honestly more memorable than any of the dishes we ordered. It made the celebration feel thoughtful without being over the top. Overall, we had a great experience. The atmosphere was beautiful, the service was attentive, and it was a lovely place to celebrate a special occasion even though it was a bit overhyped given the small portions, high prices, and flavors that didn't quite live up to my expectations. I'd still come back to try the steak tartare, uni bibimbap, and the zabuton!

9.0 mi•Wilshire Center, Koreatown

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Scallop Pancakes

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Perilla Cild Noodle

Kobawoo House

4.3(1.6k reviews)

What more can I say? This K-town staple consistently delivers when you're craving Korean cuisine…read more We started our meal with a generous portion of Haemool Pajeon (Seafood Pancake), which arrived sizzling on a hot plate reminiscent of a Chili's Fajita Plate. Next came the main attraction: the Bossam Plate, featuring simmered and cooled pork belly sliced to perfection. When you wrap all the other ingredients together, they create the perfect bite. Just after the Bossam Plate hits the table, a bubbling cauldron of Kimchi JJigae (Kimchi Stew) follows behind just in time to help wash down the delectable bites of bossam. Don't forget to order some rice because you'll need something to soak up the stew which turns the rice into a whole meal by itself. The service was jovial and welcoming, and like other Korean establishments, they have a handy-dandy button that jolts the attention of every server working whenever you're in need of service. The small space is very cozy, just the way I like it when I'm visiting with my loved ones. They don't have an extensive menu, just the OG staple items, but I feel the taste has improved over the years. I wish Kobawoo were closer to where I live, or I would be here this weekend, but perhaps it's a good thing we're so far apart.

This place has been here for so long, I haven't been here in yrs! I was in the area so I decide to…read moredo a take out for lunch to take home for me and my family, such a disappointment! $76.80 for 3 dishes and what a puny portions these are, like a kid's portion. Very small kimchi maybe one or two bites. Three orders that I'm surprised that they give such a small amount of banchan. How can establishment justify this high priced meal for such small portions? God and I drove all the way from South Bay, stuck in traffic for almost 1 1/2 hrs of this. Maybe this is the type of place you should dine in only?? Do not ever do take out here! The food in general was just ok. Nothing special and Kimchi soup was very salty. Threw all 3. Wow, what a waste of money. Very disappointing... I guess I won't be coming here ever again.

Popular place. Had to wait 30 minutes for a table for 6 on a weekday at 6:15pm which is not bad!

Lunch Jangban Guksoo

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Jangban Guksoo Vegan

Borit Gogae

4.4(512 reviews)

8.1 mi•Koreatown

Be prepared to walk away feeling very full. We got the set meal here, which came served with…read moreappetizers, barley rice, a lot of banchan (and by that I meant a LOT), soup, congee, dessert, etc. It was definitely more than enough food. We also got an additional order of LA kalbi for some protein. The meat quality was good but I felt like the meat was not marinated long enough and so the flavor was a little bit lacking. If only it just sat in the marinade for a couple more hours, I think this would have been perfect. The tofu soup was not my favorite, to be very honest. There was some flavor in there that made it smell like a stinky towel. Very different from other soondubu soup places and unfortunately not for me. Everything else we had was excellent and I would definitely come back again just for the barley rice and banchan. Service was quick and servers were nice. We also came at 3pm on Saturday so there was no wait. Recommended!

Across the street from the new Zion market is this wonderful and unique Korean eatery. Unlike most…read moreof the run-of-the-mill Korean restaurants in Koreatown this restaurant serves unique appetizers and a multi-course set menu that gives you a taste of a variety of authentic Korean village food - like pumpkin porridge and acorn jelly salad. It's a lot of food for the price ($35 pp at this writing). While the minimum order is for 2 people, we've tried sharing the 2-people order among 3 and it worked for us, with addition of a couple of other items from the menu. The Korean BBQ beef is at par with most other nice restaurants in K town; their marinated crab was delicious! Service is okay - given how busy they are! Most servers are not very conversant in English so a little patience would help you get the right things you need. Nice and unique vibe with Korean handicraft items and art work on display (and for sale, I believe).

8.7 mi•Wilshire Center, Koreatown

Restaurant decor- art work and Korean figurines

Barley rice mixed with side dishes

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Grilled spareribs

Ham Ji Park

4.2(1.8k reviews)

Really sad that Ham Ji Park is closing down permanently. For years, this place has been our…read morefamily's go-to place for pork spare ribs - the best in town. In fact, we regularly brought visitors here. They raved about how good the spare ribs were and even insisted that their last meal before LA should be at Ham Ji Park. Here's my belated review of what I consider the best spare ribs in LA. From the moment the Korean-style spare ribs arrived at the table, it was clear this was a dish worth savoring. Each rib bore a beautifully charred exterior--deeply caramelized without a hint of bitterness--offering that irresistible smoky aroma the moment it was placed before us. The glaze was nothing short of spectacular. A perfect balance of sweet and spicy, it clung to the meat with a glossy sheen that promised flavor in every bite. There was just enough heat to make your taste buds sit up and pay attention, but it never overwhelmed the deeper, richer notes of the sweet components. But what truly set these ribs apart was the texture. Beneath the charred surface lay meat so tender it practically fell off the bone with the gentlest tug of a fork. Each bite was juicy and succulent, the result of careful cooking and a respect for quality ingredients. Ham Ji Park, you will be missed. Thank you for the memories. Thank you for the food.

tl;dr the delectable pork ribs overshadow the otherwise authentic but standard lineup at this…read morenow-shuttered Korean stalwart Los Angeles Koreatown is home to restaurants that specialize in every facet of Korean cuisine. If you're searching for some of the city's best pork, then those in the know will bring up Ham Ji Park. For 2 decades, generous platters of pork ribs and pork neck stew decked every table. Now, our Korean friends lament the loss of their favorite pork joint in the city. The Koreatown proper location is located in the Royal Plaza mini-mall, just a few blocks off bustling Wilshire. Discounted parking is available in a lot across the street from the Chevron gas station. From the street, the entrance is flanked by potted plants and an enclosed street-ery. Inside, stainless steel chairs are pressed up against wooden tables, each outfitted with a metal grill. Oppressive fluorescent lighting shines down on the stone grey walls, which are left undecorated apart from a few flatscreens. Multi-lingual chatter blends with the sizzle of platters. I visited with some friends for a weeknight dinner, and about half of the tables were occupied. We shared a spread of grilled platters and sizzling soups. The meal began with a carafe of barley tea and a mostly standard spread of banchan. Across our food, the best dish was the signature Charbroiled Pork Spare Rib. The ribs were flavorful without feeling gamey, and the meat was complemented by sweet caramelized onions. The pork ribs handily outdid the good-not-great Charbroiled Beef Short Rib. Lastly, the Milt and Cod Rose with Vegetables stew was fishy and briny, appropriately flavored for the Korean palate. The service was appropriately attentive, although I would've appreciated more intentional refills of our banchan ramikens. The rib plates cost upward of $35 each, while the soup was just under $30. The portions were hearty; a single entree platter could reasonably feed 2 moderately hungry bellies. It's a shame to hear that Ham Ji Park has closed; I'm kicking myself for not trying their pork neck stew earlier.

7.7 mi•Koreatown, Wilshire Center

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Dasom

4.4(251 reviews)

The place is very clean and food is yummy. the workers are very nice and they pay attention to…read moreevery details. good service.

Popped in for dinner in 420 to have a beautiful dinner to end the holiday Monday…read more When the woman that works there says it's a lot of food, believe that woman. Although, we were very happy to take some leftovers. Spicy (not spinach) Tofu and pork stew was amazing and I highly recommend sharing the short rib stew with a friend. Fire homemade kimchi

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Spicy gukbab

Jinsol Gukbap - 3rd St

4.5(863 reviews)

8.4 mi•Koreatown

The best gukbop in town. Authentic Korean dishes. I ordered yukgejang and tookbeki bulgokiread more

Good pork soup, Good bbq beef and good fishcake! Good service! Good soups really warm and tasty!read more

8.2 mi•Koreatown, Wilshire Center

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Kimchi Jjigae with Pork Belly

Ahgassi Gopchang

4.3(2.8k reviews)

I thoroughly enjoyed my time at Ahgassi Gopchang. The food is always good as is the service and…read moreambiance. I highly recommend making reservations because this place gets packed and the wait is long. Zoey took good care of us and made sure we had all we needed. Very much appreciated that she took her time cooking the meat for us. Overall I love coming here when I'm in town!

We got the Ahgassi combo & it was AMAZINGGG! Stella & Haeun cooked the meats perfectly & we're…read moresuper quick with the service. Thank you so much ! 10/10 would recommend !