Came here on a Tuesday around 5:30 pm to meet up with a friend for dinner. The back parking lot was pretty empty and I was a little confused because it said parking was $2 for the restaurant but I didn't end up paying anyone, maybe bc it was early or a weekday. Parking was completely full by the time we left around 8 pm. Not a lot of restaurant customers but there are other businesses in the plaza. I walked in through the back and the restaurant was completely empty. It was pretty spacious with very tall ceilings and a decent amount of tables inside and out. We were sat in a large booth and the tables had buttons you could use to call the server over which was handy because the booth walls were so tall! It's bright inside and they had a few high quality TVs around playing different stuff. We decided to share the salkogi sullungtang (ox bone soup with beef brisket), dwaejibossam (boiled pork with Napa wraps) and dwaejideung (fried pork back ribs). We got the ribs soy sauce flavored which was recommended by our server. Side note-whoever goes to this restaurant next should take a photo of their updated menu because I forgot! The food was ready pretty quickly, we had everything before 6 pm. The ribs were definitely my favorite dish. They were served with a simple cabbage salad with tangy orange dressing. The ribs themselves were crispy on the outside, meaty and tender, and super super flavorful and delicious. Would get again for sure. The bossam was my second favorite item. Honestly a classic, never had a bossam I didn't like. It went well with the garlic, jalapeño, spicy radish kimchi, and the tender Napa. My favorite part is always the thin slices of pickled daikon. It also went well with the other banchan and personally I don't think it needs any sauce but I will add the provided bean sauce occasionally. The sullangtang was also delicious. Simple and satisfying. Hot milky broth, noodles, and beef. Then you add your desired amount of salt, black pepper, and green onion. It was also pretty affordable compared to the other dishes. I then ordered a bibim nengmyun (cold noodles in spicy sauce) to take home to my boyfriend. Total for everything around $120 without tip. A little pricey for the ribs imo but definitely worth a try if you're interested. I personally would come back even though they have a lot of the same dishes as other restaurants in the area. The ribs were pretty special. read more

Haemaru - Salkogi Sullungtang, Fried pork rib in soy sauce marinade, Bossam - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Tried the budae jjigae and the seafood pancake with friends. Honestly, the food and sides were okay but didn't stand out much compared to other ktown restaurants. The budae jjigae broth was good but we wished the seafood pancake was a lot crispier. The staff was nice and service was okay. It took a while for us to realize there's a service button on the table haha. The inside booths and tables were cozy with cute wall art. Wouldn't come back for the food again though. read more

Literally setting your tongue on fire with the spicy pork rib, but the trick is not to have the herbs on top, since those are the sources of dangerous spiciness. The ribs are so flavorful after long hours of simmering. The Thai sauce packed with lime juice offers a lot of freshness. Definitely worth trying and $54 for this portion is not bad at all. Gopchang hotpot is good too. Not really that spicy so don't be scared. The beef tripe and intestine are a little lacking in seasoning so I had to dip it in sauces, but they compensate with soooo many different banchans (the side dishes like kimchi and pickled radish). When the soup is reduced, the udon soaks up a lot of flavor, heavenly' Our waiters are very friendly, happily explaining the origin of the Thai pork rib in a Korean restaurant and literally running to put in our orders. But the ribs with the spices are getting tooooo spicy so I have to serve myself iced water one time since there's no time to wait for the water to rescue my tongue and throat and basically my entire sensory system. read more

Haemaru - Leng Saab (Thai dish) - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

The service was fast and friendly! The ambiance was relaxed as well. They had the WNBA on TV which I appreciated as most places only watch MNBA. I felt more welcomed there, as a woman, because of that. Even though the sullungtang broth was not my favorite that I've had despite seasoning it to my liking, it was still very delicious and they gave me lots of yummy banchan with it! I still highly recommend as you get a generous portion for a good price! Apparently they do charge 2.00 for parking from Thursdays to Sundays I believe? So keep that in mind! read more

Haemaru - Salkogi Sullungtang and banchan - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This place seems rather underrated. They have a special right now. If you sit in the patio they have a samgyupsal special for 21.99 per serving. Also saero soju + crush beer is only $10 bucks! Seriously unheard of in ktown. It comes with a green onion salad, yukejang, fried eggs and of course the pork belly + kimchi and bean sprouts. It was all so good and such a great deal. Definitely gotta try it! read more

I think I've been to Haemaru more than 30 times so far. Every time I visit, all the food is consistently delicious, and the staff are always very kind, which is why it's one of my favorite restaurants. The restaurant is also very spacious, so it always feels comfortable and pleasant. Last night, after spending the entire day at the hospital with my father, I came here for dinner with my family. I usually come for the seolleongtang and galbitang because they're always excellent, but this time I tried the kimchi pork belly hot pot, and it was absolutely delicious. The service was incredibly friendly, which made the experience even better. I definitely want to come back again for their seolleongtang and galbitang. read more

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Haemaru is a great place to have the kimchi jungol, it is very special kimchi stew with a lot of pork belly meat in it. They are not skimpy about the pork meat and the taste of the food is so good. If you are a kimchi lover, must try this place and you will know how good they are. They just updated the wallpaper on the wall and looks so much better and cuter. read more

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This was our weekend goto! What happened?? Why the bowl change, broth is watery like Kongnamul gook and this was suppose to be haejang gook. I was expecting savory broth. Not to mention there was only 1 piece of meat. So very disappointed read more

We weren't originally planning on eating at Haemaru, but we needed something with no wait at 6:30pm on a Saturday, and this was it. Surprisingly, the restaurant was completely empty when we arrived - it was honestly a little eerie - and considering all the restaurants nearby had lines, I thought the food must not be that good. Luckily, I was wrong. I ordered the salkogi sullungtang, or ox bone soup with beef brisket. It was very comforting and almost addicting - I finished the whole bowl, soup and all. It is pretty light in flavor, but if you're in the mood for something healing and light yet filling, I'd highly recommend this soup. The brisket in the soup is tender and a decent portion, although I would love if there was even more meat. I also tried some of the meat from the tail gomtang (oxtail bone soup), and thought it was also decently tender but would probably still order my dish instead. The marinated pork ribs were also delicious but quite sweet if that's something you would prefer to avoid. They also provided complimentary banchan (radish and cabbage kimchi, bean sprouts) to start, all of which was pretty good. The one critique I'd have about this restaurant is that service was somewhat slow considering we were the only customers in the restaurant, but it was nothing crazy. Our server was nice and we got everything we needed, which is all that matters. The restaurant is probably more suitable for a casual outing, so you can come as you are. I think it'd be great for families, friends, or casual dates. I don't know why the restaurant was so empty when I went, but I'd love to see Haemaru succeed because I totally see myself coming back. Please give this place a try so it isn't so empty next time! read more

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We came to try the leng Saab and it was as good as I imagined. The pork fell apart nicely from the bone and complimented well with the spicy tangy sauce. If you are a fan of Thai food, you will love it. The fish sauce is very prominent. However, I think the pork rib is slightly overcooked for me. Since this is a Korean restaurant, we tried their signature sulluntang. It was very good - the soup was flavorful and fresh. You can tell it's cooked for a long time. It was so good that we drove back after leaving the same day for take out. The lady who took care of us was super kind and helpful. She taught me how to eat leng Saab. She was very attentive. The interior is quite spacious and can sit quite a few table. We came during the not so busy time so we didn't have to wait. The parking is right behind the structure. It's free until 4pm and it will be valet only. Overall a great experience, and would like to bring family back and try other items on the menu. read more

Haemaru - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Tried the Leng Saab dish with a bigger party. It was overhyped. The meat was tough, BUT I did like the spicy and sour sauce that is central to Thai cuisine. Still rating Haemaru a 5-star for their soup dishes. read more

Haemaru - Leng Saab (Thai dish) - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Valet parking in the back for like $2 It's a nice friendly Korean spot that had a handful of older people gathering for a meal. Perhaps it was the day we came. But overall had a good meal Staff was nice and the ambience was chill with families We got too much food for two people but had to try it This place doesn't seem too packed nor too empty so it's a nice gem read more

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Hidden gem for authentic and comforting Korean food!   I came around 5:30pm on a Monday, and there was barely any diners at the time yet, so there were a lot of booths open. The interior is spacious and I love how they have a big window showing the cooking process for some of their iconic dishes as well as monitors displaying menu items.   I got the Salkogi Sullungtang and it was amazing, it rivals that of Hanbat. The broth was creamy and was packed with a generous portion of beef brisket. I seasoned it with a couple dabs of pepper and two scoops of salt alongside the green onions which seasoned it perfectly. I also loved the banchan options. May favorite was the fresh kimchi, crisp and delicious. It paired well with the beef and rice.   My servers were super nice and attentive too. There is also free parking from 4pm-11pm out in the back and there are usually plenty of spots.   I would definitely come back here with friends and family to try the combo deals and dishes like the leng saap which are super unique. read more

Haemaru - Salkogi Sullungtang - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Overall a great experience that i took my family from Mississippi to. The restaurant is beautiful and spacious inside. The ladies and the owner were very warm and welcoming. The food was delicious and flavorful. I look forward to coming back and trying more. I will say the spice level was a bit hot for me but others in my group were totally ok with it. read more

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Came here with a huge party of 11, and Haemaru was super kind and accommodating for us all! My favorite dishes were the bossam, sullungtang, and fried pork ribs (soy flavor). Everything we ordered came out to only $31pp, and we left stuffed. The interior was super spacious and clean! Parking was $3 valet, $2 with validation from staff. read more

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I had this dish while in Bangkok and Chiang Mai, Thailand. Let me tell you, this is as close to authentic as possible!! The only difference is the spice level and the meat isn't as soft, fall off the bone as it is in Thailand. My fiance and I flew to vegas and I just had to drive from there to come try this!! Glad we made the drive as this was very, very good!! Going for round 2 in a bit before driving back to vegas! read more

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The Maeun Galbi-jjim (spicy pork ribs with noodles) shows why people are finally paying attention to Haemaru's meat dishes. For years everyone treated this place like just another soup spot. Rookie mistake. The pork ribs arrive tender with good spice balance. No fake heat that burns for show. The meat falls off the bone easily and the Korean chili paste coating has depth. You taste garlic, gochujang, and something slightly sweet that ties it together. But execution varies. Sometimes you get perfectly braised ribs. Other times they're slightly tough or the sauce tastes rushed. The noodles underneath soak up flavor well when the dish works. When it doesn't, they turn mushy. The LA Times called their fried pork back ribs one of the year's best dishes. That version is crispier and more consistent than this braised style. Service stays solid. Staff knows you're here for more than soup now and they don't act surprised. The space gets packed during dinner so expect a wait. The dish photographs well, which explains the social media buzz. But it tastes better than it looks. That dark, glossy sauce and pile of noodles make for messy but satisfying eating. read more

To start off with all the good things: easy parking, fast service, clean tables and chairs, and friendly staff. We got the small galbijjim to share with two people. It was 6 smaller ribs with mushrooms, potatoes, rice cakes, onions, and carrots. It was definitely a small size for the price and was a bit over spicy. Sauce was okay. Would come back to try the soups instead. read more

Haemaru - Maeun Galbi-Jjim - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Had a party of 14 Saturday for lunch Called days in advanced for reservation but at arrival the place was empty Can't speak to the authenticity of the food but service was lack luster Bill was over $500 and we tipped 10% was harassed to leave a larger tip despite explaining service was sub par at best... Granted there were about 3 servers and we were the only ones in the restaurant for majority of lunch Water was refilled once after being flagged down (it's Korean style where its JUGS and we refilled our own cups) Never got a refill on the banchan Wasn't asked if we needed anything else Disappointing to see pics of acorn jelly and broccoli as sides but was only given three Kimchi Radish Jalapeño onion Food was brought out in half hour intervals which is fine it's a large group Galbi was super fatty Sauce for the bossam was brought out at the end of the meal Walked up to counter to pay and to get to go boxes lol servers never even had to take the 10 steps to our table We didn't even ask to split the bill to make it easier on them Don't know about you but demanding a LARGER tip ruins any dining experience in my opinion Take the two minutes to add it to your menu instead of harassing your customers Also woman who demanded a higher tip wasn't even the one who served us water lol read more

Haemaru - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Amazing food and excellent service. It was my husband's birthday and the owner brought out a small treat with a candle in it. So cute. The garlic soy fried pork back ribs are amaaazing! You must order it! read more

No frill Korean soup restaurant. The dining area is pretty big and clean. There wasn't a wait when a friend and I went for a late lunch on Saturday. We both got the Yukgaejang and it did not disappoint. The spicy beef soup comes out in a stone bowl and is piping hot. We also shared a mung bean pancake and it was huge! With 3 large patties, can be shared with a family of 6 for appetizer. Downside is that they only have 3 types of side dishes: kimchi cabbage, kimchi radish and seaweed. They also share $1 per togo container. read more

Haemaru - Yukgaejang - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Service was pretty good, I went early in the morning when I was hungover so they were luckily pretty fast at bringing out the food. I asked for a refill once on banchan and they loaded up on that. Ambiance was normal, I was probably to a second customer if that day and I was just trying to survive so didn't notice too much. Food was the only part that was slightly off. I would give them a 4.5 if that was an option. The rice was a bit soggy but could be a one off thing. The broth wasn't as flavorful as hanbat or Lee ga but they open early and you got to do what you need to do to survive a hangover read more

Haemaru - Mixed sullungtang - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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First things first: beautiful big parking lot with free parking, no valet. A luxury in ktown. The food was good but it didn't stand out to me. I got the normal beef sullungtang, which had plenty of beef for $15-$16. The banchan was delicious, though I wish it came with fish cakes! My friends ordered other soups including the hangover soup which was filled with veggies. These spicier soups were very flavorful and made me wish I ordered one of theirs instead. Be careful though, they definitely have a kick to them! read more

Haemaru - Salkogi Sullungtang - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Food is good as always. Service is good and they checked in to see how we were doing. The chopsticks and spoons are in the wooden box on the table. We ordered the imyeonsu gui (grilled fish) and bibim naengmyun. The fish came with rice and side dishes. Fish was seasoned well and perfectly grilled. The bibim naengmyun was spicy! I love spicy food and had a good share of bibim naengmyun growing up, but their bibim naengmyun was the spiciest I've ever had. Be aware of the spiciness when ordering bibim naengmyun. If you can't do spicy, I recommend the mul naengmyun instead. They have tvs on the walls and they're all different showing Korean food lol made me want to return to try the other items on the menu bc of that! They have valet service at night time and there's plenty of parking spots on their lot during the day time. read more

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The Galbi-jjim!! Or Spicy Braised Beef Short Rib in English. The braised ribs were tender and easily fell off the bone after simmering in the red sauce. I loved that they actually meant spicy because the Korean definition of spicy can be very subjective. It wasn't sweet and there were jalapeños and red chili peppers mixed in. It was also stuffed with an assortment of veggies such as onions, sweet potatoes, mushrooms, eggplants, potatoes, and dates: all of which I've never really seen except the onions. They also put a crazy amount of cheese on there that I thought it was going to spill out of the bowl. The tteokbokki (rice cakes) wasn't as chewy though since it probably simmered for too long in the sauce but it still provided a nice contrast in texture from all the tender pieces in the pot. I also loved the banchan. The kimchi and radish had a great tang and kick. The pepper was a side dish that I don't often see but I really loved it! It cut the heavy flavor of the galbi-jjim and was like a refresher for my palette. The seaweed onion reminded me of a Japanese pickled side dish and it was so nostalgic. Our waitress was so kind and kept checking up on us and apologized that the torch she used was small because the big one broke. Halfway through our meal she even asked us if we wanted more cheese because she noticed that it was all mixed in and melted. I had a great time here overall and received such great service. The restaurant is very spacious and utilizes a lot of greenery with plants by the entrance. There's also free parking in the back which is a great added bonus. read more

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We came here for late lunch/early dinner. The food was incredible. Everything was really well made and the staff was very nice. The restaurant is very spacious! read more

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So good but watch out for the spicy it's Thai chili spicy so it's HOT. ERROR ON THE SIDE OF CAUTION WITH THE SPICE. But it was delicious but messy. read more

Service was amazing!! The staff were very very friendly and efficient! The food was absolutely amazing! I love sullungtang and have loved it my entire life but the broth here hits different! It's rich and deep and most likely because they cook it in a Korean traditional cauldron (a.k.a gamasot) they can be seen at the entrance of the shop through a glass window. The boss am was also very delicious! The cabbage that came with the bossam was a bit too salty for my taste but overall the food was amazing!! read more

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I've been coming here for years but somehow I thought to myself why I haven't wrote a review for this place yet. i guess you only put the time to write sh!t abt a place lol. ofc you want to warn abt the place that's why wink wink this place is my goto breakfast place. servers are always so caring and nice. i get the bfast special because I got sick of paying $22 for a sullungtang at Han Bat. smell of their sullungtang is so nostalgic it reminds me of my grandmother. don't you hate the feeling of when you are about to go pickup your food but having to think about the server's attitude towards you or watching me how much I tip etc. I never felt that way about this place. read more

Foods are super delicious and the staff are incredibly friendly. The soups are rich, flavorful, and comforting. Compared to Sun Nong Dan, this one is by far the best!! better food, warmer service, and an overall more satisfying experience! read more

Great home style Korean food. Great soups. Food is a lot better than their appearance. read more

Back at another Korean mom n pop shop! This is my first visit here and not my last for sure. My SF friend told me about this spot that she wanted to visit in LA and who knew the meal would change my life. I love the bossam they serve; it's a first for me to see radish wrapped kimchi served alongside with boiled pork belly. It was beyond so good that I dream about this dish every so often. It's actually my first time trying all the other 3 items. The Sullungtang was surprisingly thick and strong in flavor than I had expected based on the picture. It's not bad though as someone who grew up in a Chinese household that drink soup every meal. You can even adjusted flavor of the broth by adding salt and scallion. The Yukgaejang was the opposite of the Sullungtang, it has a strong flavor but the texture was not as thick. And last but not least, the savory Mung Bean Pancakes were not bad but to be honest not my favorite. It only tasted good when you dipped it with the sauce they provided. It might have caught me at a bad timing since this dish came near the end of our meal and I was stuffed by that time. Might have to re-try soon. As for parking, it can be a challenge!! Thankfully I came on a random weekday during lunch and the shared parking lot was empty. They do have one of those valet booth guarding the shared parking lot but it didn't seem to be operating that day so lucky us-- we didn't have to pay for parking! There is also street parking in that area as well. read more

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Can't believe I never heard about such a big restaurant in ktown with free parking (in the back). Their wide menu allows you to get sulungtang, bossam, or cold noodles all in one place which is amazing considering I usually go to different spots that specialize in each. We loved the banchan options as well. The bossam was great - meat was juicy and perfectly seasoned. Sulungtang paired so well as a milder dish to go with it. No wait going at 1:30pm on a Saturday. Will definitely be back! read more

Nicest lady serving with authentic soups and side dishes. I got the seollontang and it was a hit. Korean approved!

korean soup for breakfast...finding haemaru with morning specials from 8am to 10:30am...fairly empty in the morning and plenty of empty tables...taking a seat browsing the menu...a group for ajusshis seated near by drinking in the morning and getting into a yelling match in the morning...disregarding and back to the menu...taking the beef sullungtang ()bone broth soup) $13.99 and haejangguk (hangover soup) $13.99....both a favorite in the moring....service is little slow...typical sides of kimchi arriving...food taking a little long...sulluntang was very basic, but decent....the hangover soup was spicy, but decent as well....little over $35 total after tax and tip for 2 bowls of soup in the morning.... read more

Haemaru - $13.99 morning specials until 10:30am - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

very mild yet so very delicious meal! came to haemaru for a little taste of different korean dishes and got just that! started off with their seokeo sullungtang (ox bone soup with brisket, intestines, tripe) and it had the most mild flavor ever ( you have to add your own salt and pepper, but that's part of the customizable fun) but the deepest bone flavor. it was so soothing to the soul. i usually don't drink all the broth of a soup but best believe i slurped up every drop of this one! we also got the la galbi (naturally) and it was good, as it usually is at most korean restaurants. HOWEVER, the main stand out of the night was the IMYEONSUGUI (ATKA MACKERAL). it was so perfectly crispy and savory, without being overly heavy or salty, and paired perfectly with the banchans, rice, and soup. i would recommend this restaurant for the fish alone, but it's an added plus that everything else we tried was delicious as well! our server was the sweetest lady ever and they we quick to refill our banchans and water whenever we ran out. the interior was clean and pleasant. *SIDE NOTE: there is parking if you go around the corner of the restaurant. i believe u have to pay but it is cheap and you can only enter the restaurant from the back way (aka from the parking lot) anyways. just putting it out there for your convenience! read more

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Immaculate vibes. The braised short ribs are expensive but delicious. The ambiance is great and I even had to ask for a cartoonishly large bag to take my leftovers home. Great place overall. read more

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The food is great here. Great for large groups. The staff is amazing!! They are super helpful and sweet. The place has convenient parking too. read more

Food was amazing and servers were very sweet and kind! Everything came out so quick and fresh! Everything was really good!

ive always only gotten the sullungtang but got the leng saab with a group last night. fantastic and a must order if you can. available in M or L size so may need a group to do so. read more

Haemaru - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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