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    Ham Hung Restaurant

    3.5 (257 reviews)
    ModerateKorean
    Closed 9:00 am - 8:30 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Casual
    Quiet
    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed

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    naengmyeon
    Shiny C.

    YUM!!! I'm not used to this style of naengmyeon but it was such a good introduction to it!! The LA galbi was delicious, one of the best I've ever had. The server was kind and treated us like family, telling us what customers usually like, cutting our noodles and meat for us, and even distributing some meat onto our plate so we could try it before she finished cutting it!! I really enjoyed eating here, not only for the food but for the service as well. I also like how they serve broth on the side!

    gina l.

    my dad's favorite nengmyun restaurant in ktown Their prices are definitely lower than a lot of restaurants but the best part of this restaurant is the noodles. They make them in house and are the perfect amount of chewy and thickness I had the gamjatang and they are definitely generous with the amount of pork Love that everything is a little less salty Don't forget to add vinegar and hot mustard to your noodles!

    Joe C.

    I tried the bibim naengmyeon at Ham Hung and it was pretty good. I've definitely had better, but I really liked the pickled cucumbers. I'm not usually a fan of the cold meat in these noodles, but I liked the pork here. I also loved the complimentary hot beef broth that comes with the noodles. They have a pretty good lunch deal that ranges from $10-$12 from 10AM-2PM. I went outside of those hours, and I imagine the portions might be smaller during the lunch special. This establishment has been here since 1985 so definitely an OG spot in Koreatown for some authentic Korean cuisine.

    Menu Aug 2025
    May W.

    Parking: There's a parking lot, no charge during lunch time with decent amount of openings. Side dishes: The radish and kimchi are very light and have a softer bite. Saekimi Naegnmyeon: SO SO good. I love that it had thin buckwheat noodles, it really made chewing process a lot faster. Additionally, the sauce was more on the sweeter side. Pretty much my favorite cold noodle dish that I've had in Socal. Dongtae Jjigae (spicy cold noodle) : Frozen pollack stew was really a little bit spicy. The fish has bones and it took awhile to eat. Okay dish, but not a fan of the bones.

    This place is a gem. They have been open for decades and serve authentic Korean food. The beef broth is brewed fresh everyday and is incredibly rich and tasty. The service is also incredible. They make you feel so welcome and you can see all the regulars everyday. They also have TVs for any sports games too.

    Dolsot Bibimbap (GF)

    I ordered the dolsot bibimbap and it was super yummy!! The customer service was also very nice. I'll definitely be coming back.

    Extra Banchan 반찬추가 and  Mandu Tuigim (Panfry Dumpling 군만두

    It was definitely one of those restaurants where it felt like grandma's recipe, which had a very warm and inviting feeling. From the moment we walked in, the lady who took our order was very sweet and hospitable. She helped us cut the cold noodles and served us the pancake. The food was very authentic and delicious.

    Potato Pancake
    Luke W.

    Excellent establishment located in a plaza south of koreatown. The staff we spoke with spoke little english, but we were able to get my orders in and we got the food quickly. The restaurant itself feels very homely. My favorite is the potato pancake!!

    Food was good until I found a piece of hair in spicy noodle. I'm not close to Ktown therefore I can't even get my refund back but if you want clean food that does not have hair in it, I recommend not coming here. At least wear hair nets. This is disgusting.

    Seohyun P.

    Hm. I don't know what I just ate/got full off of. This was the worst $53 I've spent in Ktown/in LA in general. The cold noodles tasted like nothing. There is only noodles, pickles, and meat. Oh yea, half an over boiled egg. But the cold noodles didn't even come with crushed ice. It came with slightly cold broth. Kind of like if you were to ask for VERY LESS ICE in a boba order. And I just saw the combo on the wall advertising cold noodles and four piece dumpling and was expecting the price to be a little more but turns out it's an extra $12..? Idk if it's just me, or that doesn't seem right. At that price, I would've ordered another dish. If you think about it, that's a whole chipotle bowl of its own. And the dumplings didn't even come steaming hot...it felt like they just microwaved it Oh, and when we ordered two cold noodles (one of them being a combo), they didn't even give us side dishes? But all the other customers had it??? It was all grandmas and grandpas there...but like why did I have to ask mid meal for my side dishes..?? And then, I ate the side dishes and realized the best thing on the table was the broccoli with spicy sauce. #Neveragain

    Mul Naengmyun
    Joann V.

    2 stars I really wanted to like this place, but the cold noodles fell short of satisfying. I ordered the Mul Naengmyun and asked for spicy chili paste on the side. While the server was decent, the spicy paste contained a fly...which was alive and kicking in the sauce. I told her about it and she gave me fresh sauce, but it made me wonder about the restaurant. Taste-wise, the broth was light with a touch of acidity. The pickled vegetables were just ok...I think there are restaurants that serve a better cold noodle. Unfortunately, I will not be back.

    Marina D.

    As a ktown native I approve! Boyfriend took me here great food and great service! Must try

    Mul naengmyeon
    Michael W.

    The place isn't fancy looking and the Korean auntie working there doesn't speak much English, but that's when you know the food is top-tier. Got the Geobchang Jeongol (spicy veal small intestine), it was massive and delicious. As someone who has a low tolerance for spicy, it was manageable. Comes with two rice and definitely more for family style. Also got the mul naengmyeon to balance out the heat, very refreshing, good flavor, not a whole lot of meat. The server was very accommodating and attentive, bringing many many plates and bowls for us to share as she saw us needing them without even having to ask. Super patient with our lack of Korean knowledge and even went out of her way to help us pack/split leftovers. Would love to come eat here again.

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    2 years ago

    So good. So authentic. Dont think twice and plz try. The cold noodles are the best in La. 너무 맛있어요. 오래오래 장사해주세요. 많이 파세요

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    Gogi naengmyun here is really good! Not too spicy, nice pieces of pork belly and beef brisket, and very flavorful. $13

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    4 years ago

    Greatest neng myun in LA. I didnt try any other menu so i can't comment. But the cold noodles was great as a neng myun lover.

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    Amazing food, the noodles were perfect. The galbi was delicious as expected. Love the no-nonsense interior, can't wait to return

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    Do you put beef broth in the bibim naengmyun?

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    In the evening of Sunday, August 23rd tonight, I went to Danbi with My Mom for their Dine LA…read moredinner. Danbi has been extremely popular lately, and getting a reservation has been very difficult. I made our reservation about two weeks in advance, but every date and every time slot for the following week was already completely booked. The only times available two weeks later were 7:45 PM or 9:00 PM, so we ended up making a 7:45 PM reservation, which was much later than the time we normally have dinner. I was really curious to see what this restaurant was like since it was so difficult to get a reservation. Some members of my group had also really wanted to try Danbi, but they couldn't get reservations because everything was fully booked. They all asked me to let them know what I thought after I went. Today, we finally got to go. We arrived a little early, around 7:20 PM. I told the hostess that our reservation was for 7:45 PM and that we had arrived early. She said okay and immediately seated us at our table, which I really appreciated. We didn't have to wait at all. We were seated at a table for two. There were also two women sitting at a table for two on our left and another two women sitting at a table for two on our right. Interestingly, both tables were having the exact same Dine LA menu as we were. So before we even ordered, we could actually see the dishes that we were going to be eating right next to us, which was kind of fun. The first dish that came out was the Honey Potato Chips. They were slightly sweet and sticky, probably because honey had been drizzled over them. I ate them with chopsticks because they were so sticky. My Mom initially picked them up with her hands, but her fingers got so sticky that she eventually started eating them with chopsticks too. Next came the Watermelon Kimchi. It looked like the watermelon had been seasoned with pepper or some other kind of seasoning. It was cool, refreshing, and really delicious. I thought it was perfect as a light and refreshing summer dish. Then we had two Cheese Rolls, and they were absolutely delicious. After that came the Spicy Sashimi Noodle. It was basically like spicy mixed soba noodles with a gochujang-based sauce underneath, along with pieces of sashimi. Our server told us to mix everything together really well before eating it, so I mixed it thoroughly with a spoon. It was slightly spicy, but really tasty. Then the Pork Jowl came out with rice and chili crisp. The pork was incredibly tender and soft, and it was delicious. On its own, the pork tasted a little rich and greasy, but when I ate it together with the sauce and the chili crisp, it was really good. For dessert, we had the Goguma Parfait. Our server explained that it was made with strawberries, blueberries, sweet potato, and potato. It wasn't overly sweet, which I really liked, and it was surprisingly delicious. There were also two pieces of chocolate on top, and everything went really well together. After trying everything, I finally understood why this restaurant is so popular and why every date and time slot seems to fill up so quickly. Every dish was incredibly creative, unique, and delicious. It honestly felt like we were experiencing and savoring little works of art through food. After we finished, I asked My Mom which dish she liked the most. She said that every single dish was delicious. Personally, my favorites were the Cheese Rolls, the Watermelon Kimchi, the Spicy Sashimi Noodles, and the Goguma Parfait. I also really liked our server. I can't remember her name, but she was a female server and was extremely kind and attentive. We had some pork and Honey Potato Chips left over and asked for two to-go boxes. She said she would pack them for us herself, and she carefully packed everything into the to-go boxes and brought them back to us in a brown paper bag. I thought that was incredibly kind. The other servers who brought out our food were also very friendly. At one point, I asked for two extra plates, and they brought them to us very quickly. It was also funny and interesting that the two women sitting at the table on our left and the two women sitting at the table on our right were all having the exact same Dine LA menu as us, and they were also just drinking water, just like we were. Overall, I really enjoyed Danbi. All of the food was delicious, the atmosphere was nice, and the staff was extremely friendly and attentive. I definitely want to come back next time and explore their regular menu. I feel like it would be another very creative and unique culinary adventure. There was only one major downside: it was VERY, VERY noisy. I think part of the reason is that the mall itself is a popular place for younger people. I actually used to go to this mall all the time with my friends when I was in my 20s and 30s, so I know how lively it can get.

    The Verdict: This place is basically a seafood fever dream--fresh, punchy, and dangerously…read moredelicious. The scallop pancake? Oh, it's a masterpiece. Packed with so many scallops you'd think they raided Poseidon's personal stash, and crispy enough to audibly annoy your dining companions. But heed this warning: eat it faster than a seagull at a beach picnic, because sogginess waits for no one. The sea urchin rice? A umami bomb that punched my taste buds in the face--in a good way. And the freshwater shrimp? Let's just say they're so good, they almost made me forgive the restaurant for not being located next to an actual river. Now, the cocktail... let's call it "fine." It's the participation trophy of the drink menu. I'm just not a soju person, so it tasted like someone watered down my ambitions and charged me $15 for it. We strolled in around 7:30 on a Sunday and spotted empty tables like they were playing hard to get--but don't be fooled. Make a reservation unless you enjoy living on the edge (and by "edge," I mean the hostess stand). Service? Top-notch. Attentive staff who refill your water so fast you'll think they're training for the Olympics. The dining room itself is so chic it made my apartment feel like a cardboard box. Oh, and parking? That'll be $20--because nothing says "fine dining" like paying the GDP of a small island just to leave your car somewhere. Final take: Come for the seafood, stay for the vibes, and bring $20 in cash unless you want to sell a kidney at the valet.

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    4.4
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    Korean comfort food. As soon as I walked through the door, I felt the warm sense of hospitality. It…read morefelt like you were going to a family friend's house and you knew you were about to enjoy a great meal. In order to do the 'Set Menu With Barley Rice' you need to have at least 2 people to participate. I dined alone so I wasn't able to order that, but I didn't feel like I missed out at all. I believe you get a comparable amount and variety of banchan when you order any of the proteins on the menu. I myself ordered the dried yellow corvina (fish). The order or set came with some barley, delicious tofu soup, and pretty much more banchan than I can eat myself. Just a wonderful meal and experience.

    Borit Gogae is a great spot if you're looking for traditional Korean food with a mostly plant-based…read moremenu! The interior is beautiful and very traditional, from the decor down to the tableware. We went for lunch, when parking was free. They offer valet during dinner. Service was also great--our waitresses were very attentive and checked on us often. We ordered the set menu, which came out to around $45 per person with tip. You get SO much food: appetizers, the main course, two types of soup, and dessert. You definitely won't leave hungry! The food is mostly plant-based and pretty mildly seasoned, so keep that in mind if you prefer stronger flavors. Nothing particularly stood out to me this time, so I'm not sure I'd come back specifically for the food, but I'd definitely return when I'm craving lots of veggies and traditional Korean flavors. Overall, I'd recommend it if you enjoy Korean food and want something different from the typical Korean BBQ experience!

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    Great service and Very delicious! Loved it here. Will definitely come back!And will recommend to my…read morefriends n family!

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    My favorite pork bone soup! Can be flavored to your liking with the salt and white pepper on the…read moretable but it's so hearty, flavorful and the pork is always tender. I also really like their marinated crab but it is quite pricey for the portion. Otherwise, I appreciate that it stays open quite late and has its own parking lot.

    Suuper bummed about our experience today. We ordered the cold noodle & LA galbi combo as we always…read moredo, and a leek pancake as we weren't as hungry and the combo usually fills us up. Even when we ordered the food, the server said "that's it?" as if she was offended that we didn't order more food (lower sales?) I'm not sure if we misunderstood her attitude but that's kind of how it felt like. The quality and size went down and it was just... not good. This used to be my #1 spot for cold noodles but our other fav place was closed today so we decided to come here. As you can see, the size of the cold noodles became smaller. Everything was packed in this small bowl which made it harder to eat. I think they changed the noodles they use because it wasn't doing anything texture wise. It used to be chewy and had a good buckwheat flavor. The broth tasted.. like water with a splash of bone broth. The quality of galbi was also a disappointing as I feel like it's became less and the meat was burnt with more fat/chewy bits. The leek pancake was ok but again, comparing it to my picture from January, it was bigger in size and more dough-y. Service was decent previously but it felt a bit cold today. Again, super bummed because we still love this place but I probably won't be ordering their combo again. You can see in my pictures how often we used to order the cold noodles from here and you can compare the quality.

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