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    Jin Cook

    4.3 (470 reviews)
    ModerateKorean, Soup, Chinese
    Closed 11:30 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Mary L.

    There are Jin Cooks everywhere but Porter Ranch is the only in SF Valley. I have visited Buena Park many times and that was one voted the best Korean food in OC. Porter Ranch meets the same high expectations. This is located in the same large parking lot with Chevron, liquor store and former Amazon grocery store. This place can get very busy during dinner hours so be prepared to wait. I wanted to order beef short ribs and dumplings but my table was not having that but that is okay. We ordered Bulgogi pancake that was so huge (enough for 4 people alone). Freshly marinated bulgogi with green onions veggies and crispy exterior. Second plate was Kraft Katsu that has delicious crispy chicken, salad, rice and gravy. All the spices were added correctly which is so satisfying. So far this is my favorite plate. Last dish is Ddukbokki (freshly made noodles with ramen). Warning this is extremely spicy even though we ordered mild but I loved this noodle dish. All dishes you must top off with all the pickled kimchi of course. The kimchi is a top seller here that you can buy. All dishes are pretty big and enough for 2-3 people. Prices have gone up but every restaurant has. FYI if you need take out containers there is a 50 cents charge.

    A6. Rose Tteokbokki
    Lloyd B.

    I'm so used to going to Koreatown or even Sawtelle for Korean tofu soup. But for Father's Day I wanted to try something different...and Jin Cook was really good. I ordered the tofu soup with beef and had it medium spicy. The beef in the soup were small pieces of brisket rather than sliced beef like most tofu houses. The soup also had a good flavor to it without being overwhelmingly salty. I would come back just for this. This bulgogi was okay - slightly dry with little flavor. The bone broth soup was a hit. Light on flavor but sometimes that's what you want. It was served with lots of sliced beef. The tteok-bokki is not my favorite dish but everyone seemed to like it. Lots of sausage, thick pieces of sliced pork, and the cylinder shaped rice cakes topped with ramen. The sauce tastes like fancy ketchup to me. Definitely not my thing. The banchan was light with four small dishes but my favorites like kimchi and bean sprouts were there. I would definitely come back especially if I'm ever in the area. There's plenty of parking and the staff is attentive.

    Troy H.

    This is a great spot. I enjoyed the Braised Beef Short Rib as well as their Marinated Dumplings. The other options which are great choices would be the Bibimbap Hot Stone as well as the Spicy Pork Hot Stone. The options are just as flavorful. The staff is friendly and helpful as they will provide assistance with and questions or suggestions. Parking is in the lot.

    K1. Katsu Combo with pork and chicken cutlet.
    George S.

    We've been to other locations and they all seem very popular. The food is delicious, but be prepared to wait at minimum 20 minutes. The restaurant is a bit small, but they have many tables inside. The Staff were very attentive, helpful and nice. We ordered the Katsu plate combo with a side of curry, and the spicy tofu seafood soup. The katsu came out hot and crispy, yet tender inside, but I would pass on the curry sauce. The sauce didn't have much flavor and was bit runny. The tofu soup was delicious and you can choose how spicy you want it. The side dishes were very flavorful and fresh. Overall, a good place to eat if you're craving some Korean food. We'll definitely come back! Happy Nom Nom!

    Grace K.

    Tried again to give another chance. First time to try galbi. Taste was ok.. but really pricy. $34 + tax for 3 slices. WOW. Unbelievable. I'll go to other restaurants to get more slices (4-5 slices) than here.

    Bulgogi J1. Korean Pancake - not a fan (thick heavy batter)
    Ania N.

    Tried Jin Cook in Porter Ranch and overall had a good experience. The inside décor is really cute cozy, warm lighting, nice artwork, and comfy booths that give it an authentic vibe. It does get busy, but there's plenty of parking in the plaza (the host told us around 3pm is the least busy time). We ordered the short ribs, which were delicious, juicy, well marinated, and served on a bed of onions with white rice. Definitely the highlight of the meal. The side dishes were all good too. I was a bit disappointed with the bulgogi pancake though. There wasn't enough bulgogi and it felt like it was drowning in heavy batter. I personally prefer thinner, crispier pancakes where you can really taste the ingredients, and this one felt bulky and a bit oily to me. Portion is huge though, definitely shareable. The marinated dumplings were another popular item. They were good, but I wish they were crispier or came with a dipping sauce..I probably wouldn't order those again. Overall, good food and a nice vibe. I plan on coming back to try the bulgogi plate and tteokbokki next time.

    Bulgogi Hot Stone, Rose Tteokbokki
    Penelope

    Wanted to try a new Korean spot, and this place certainly did not disappoint! Ordered the Marinated Dumplings, Bulgogi Hot stone, and Rose Tteokbokki. In total it came to around $75 not including tip. Pretty pricey but the food was tasty. Next time I would order the other Tteokbokki since the Rose wasn't very spicy. Food came in a timely manner and our waiter was friendly. The restaurant place was very welcoming and cozy. Would come here again!

    Lauren L.

    This is my second time to Jin Cook and at this location. Everything was okay. Weirdly the food came out hot but didn't stay warm for long. The banchan was okay... it seemed like the pickling process wasn't long and lacked flavor. The tteokbokki tasted like it was from the frozen section. The portions are definitely shareable. We got 4 items for two people and had plenty of left overs. Last time I was here it was good so hoping it was just an off day for them

    H7. Spicy Pork Hot Stone
    Bess S.

    I need to write a review quick so I don't forget! Went to Jincook a few weeks ago on a Sunday and the wait was about 20 mins for 2 at around 6ish. Not too bad! We put our name down, they took our phone number and we went to Amazon Fresh next door to get some stuff. Then they texted us sooner than anticipated, yay! Here's what we got: - Spicy Pork Hot Stone 5/5 next time, we'll definitely add a fried egg! Haven't tried it with cheese yet - Rose Tteokbokki 4/5 thank god it's milder than the classic one bc I can't handle it when it's too spicy :') I definitely enjoyed this one but wasn't a big fan of the bacon. I couldn't even finish it, so much rice cakes and noodles lol I feel like I would've preferred the toppings from the classic Tteokbokki dish - Jinro Tok Tok Peach 5/5 this drink helped since we were so full! It was sweet and delicious too

    H4. Bibimbab Hot Stone
    Scarlett K.

    came here while visiting family. 3 of us arrived around 2pm for a late lunch. we only ordered 2 items as we're not that hungry. beef bone soup and a bulgogi bowl. about 5 dishes of banchan (side dishes) were served along with a bowl of rice when the beef bone soup was served. the soup has a lot of beef slices and some noodles so we split it three ways. soup was flavorful, supposed to add your own salt to flavor but my mom and aunt thought it was good enough. beef slices are a little dry. I meant to order bibimbap hot stone with beef, but misunderstood the server and ordered bulgogi hot stone instead. the dish came with a bowl of rice in the middle and stir fried beef with onion around the rice on a hot stone dish. the beef was flavorful with a tinge of sweetness, but the meat was tough to chew on. The portion was big that the three of us can only finish 1/2 the order. the service was good as the server kept checking on us and added extra banchan and hot water on demand. price is average of $20+/dish as Korean food are always more expensive. our bill was ~$50.

    Banchan
    Eubene K.

    Came in around 3:30 pm on a Tuesday Lots of parking available Was empty when arrived Ordered the brisket hot stone and jalapeño cheese Katsu Our server was very nice also very good as multitasking! Food came out really hot! My only tip if you get the brisket hot stone is to mix when you get it! I took photos and waited for my partners food and the sauce got burned and the stone wasn't hot enough to cook the red onions and bean sprouts the way I liked. Over all really good love coming here

    Menu January 2026
    Ara G.

    Location 4 stars: In the old Porter Ranch shopping plaza in Porter Ranch, California, Southeast corner of Tampa and Rinaldi. Plenty of free parking. Venue 3 Stars: Jincook operates about 7 Korean comfort food (they call it Korean Soul Food) restaurants in the LA area. This location is a nicely decorated, smaller sized venue. It used to be our neighborhood Greek restaurant for decades. Inside tables and booths only. Mostly smaller tables of up to 4 seats, although I have seen a few 6 seaters. No outdoor seating. This Jincook location is quite popular and the venue is too small for the crowd size, resulting in 30~45 minute and sometimes longer wait. There is no formal waiting area; only a few chairs outside. This can be detrimental in inclement weather. They do not take reservations either. Service 3 stars: Servers are polite and efficient. My biggest issue with their service (and this happens every time) is that the main plates arrive at drastically different times, meaning that some people's food will get cold while waiting for the others' foods to arrive. For me, this ruins the dining experience. Most restaurants are able to manage this and "time" a table's main plates to all arrive at the same time... Not sure why they cannot? Food 5 stars: Excellent, creative and tasty food with nice plating. Prices are on the high side but the portions are quite large! The many soups, the barbequed pork, bulgogi, kalbi, the sizzling hot stone plates, and the many options of curry and Katsu are all delicious. I go to Jincook often and I don't remember having any food there that I did not like. Drinks 3 stars: Very limited menu of 1 kind of beer, 2 kinds of Soju and some Korean and regular soft drinks. The Bottom Line 4 Stars: Excellent Korean comfort food! The wait situation, the drink menu and the food timing (details above) need some work.

    Christina C.

    I love the traditional Korean interior! You can easily pretend you're stopping by, on your journey to Seoul, to get a meal in the Joseon dynasty. The service is quick and friendly, just my style. The Korean dishes have a slight twist and I love it. The truffle mushroom japchae is especially good. The banchan variety is superb as well. Free parking lot and clean restrooms, too.

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    Ask the Community - Jin Cook

    Does this restaurant take reservations?

    They do not, unfortunately.

    Do they plan on adding this store to delivery apps?

    You should call the place to ask them directly to get the best answer.

    Do you serve alcohol?

    Yes! Took a while for them after grand opening

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    Halgatteok Northridge

    4.7(134 reviews)
    2.9 miNorthridge
    $$

    First time here, and it definitely won't be my last…read more The food was flavorful, freshly made, and hit the spot. My coworkers ordered the Chicken Gangjeong in both the Soy Garlic and Sweet & Spicy flavors. I only had a bite of each, but both were juicy and seemed to be made with dark meat chicken. The Soy Garlic was actually sweeter than the Sweet & Spicy, which caught me off guard, while the Sweet & Spicy had more of a mild heat than an overwhelming kick. I ordered the Grandma Tteokbokki at spice level 2 and added melted cheese and ramen. Those add-ons were absolutely worth it. The cheese made the sauce extra creamy, while the ramen soaked up all of the flavor and turned it into a hearty, comforting meal. Spice level 2 had a nice kick without overpowering the dish, making it easy to enjoy from start to finish. Overall, everything we tried was satisfying, and I'd happily come back to work my way through more of the menu. If you're ordering the tteokbokki, I definitely recommend adding the cheese and ramen--you won't regret it.

    This is the best tteokbokki I've had since visiting Korea! We tried the gimmari, Rose Tteokbokki,…read moreJjajang Tteokbokki, and Grandma Tteokbokki. The Rose was really good, but it was a little too rich for me. I personally preferred the Grandma Tteokbokki. I also liked the larger tteok over the mini tteok because it was softer and chewier. Adding ramen and cheese is a must! The cashier was also really nice. Even though he was new, he was able to answer all of our questions and provided excellent service. The restaurant was super clean, organized, and had a welcoming atmosphere. We'll definitely be back the next time we make a trip to SoCal!

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    Hodori 365

    4.1(88 reviews)
    3.1 miNorthridge

    The name Hodori brings back so many memories from our college and young adults days, so we've been…read moreexcited to finally check out the Northridge location. We stopped by on a Tuesday for lunch, and nostalgia definitely did not disappoint. The restaurant is spacious with plenty of seating, making it a comfortable spot to enjoy a meal. The Jjolmyeon has always been our all-time favorite from the LA location, so ordering it was a no-brainer. And wow... it somehow tasted even better here! We also ordered the Yuk Kalguksu (육칼국수) and Gun Mandu (군만두), and everything hit the spot. The Yuk Kalguksu came with such a generous portion that I happily finished the noodles, enjoyed some of the rich, spicy broth, and still had enough soup and beef to box up for another meal. Talk about a bonus dinner! The mandu was perfectly crispy and paired so well with the refreshing, chewy jjolmyeon. For us, a restaurant earns a spot in our regular rotation only if it checks three boxes: delicious food, friendly service, and cleanliness. Hodori easily checks all three. In fact, I came back after work the very same day to pick up dinner for the family (because one visit clearly wasn't enough ). We ordered Galbi Ugeoji Haejangguk (갈비 우거지 해장국), Galbitang (갈비탕), Tteokbokki (떡볶이), Samgyetang (삼계탕), and Yukgaejang (육개장). I placed the order before leaving work, and by the time I arrived about 15 minutes later, everything was neatly packed and ready to go. As a working mom, finding a restaurant that serves delicious food, offers great service, and makes takeout this effortless feels like striking gold. It saves me time in the kitchen while keeping everyone's tummies full and happy. Safe to say, Hodori has officially earned a permanent spot on our takeout list.

    Always happy to support a local business, so our family decided to check out this newer-ish Korean…read morespot the other day. The name immediately brought back memories of Koreatown, so naturally we had to see what they were all about. The place is clean, service was quick, and the menu had enough variety that everyone in the family could find something they wanted - which, if you have kids, is already a small victory. I know some people have commented that the prices are high, but honestly... what isn't expensive these days? Have you seen the price of groceries lately? Restaurants have rent, employees to pay, quality ingredients, utilities, etc., so I'm not expecting 1995 prices in 2026. If the food is good and we leave happy, I'm good. We ordered a few soups, kimchi fried rice, and tonkatsu, and everything came out pretty quickly. It was a hearty meal and we definitely didn't leave disappointed. And here's the real selling point for tired parents: they have TWO large screens. One plays Disney and the other has sports. Brilliant. Everyone gets what they want, and Mom and Dad can actually finish a meal while it's still hot. That alone deserves bonus points. They're also connected to a boba shop next door, which we didn't get a chance to check out this time. But we'll definitely be trying it on our next visit. Overall, a nice addition to the neighborhood. Good food, quick service, and Disney + sports to keep the entire family happy. Honestly, that's a win in my book.

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    Myungin Dumplings - Dimsum with pork, shrimp, eggs, chives and cabbage. handmade daily!

    Myungin Dumplings

    4.3(674 reviews)
    2.7 miNorthridge
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    Excellent food and great service/hospitality by Ariana. The…read moreone in K-Town was the spot Anthony Bourdain reviewed. Not realizing there was one here in Northridge close to the mall what a great find. The food was excellent will definitely be back soon. They have a few TVs in there and was watching the replay of the Dodger game, so that's good to know.

    Finally made it to Myungin Dumplings, and it did not disappoint! It's a cozy neighborhood spot with…read morea lot of heart. While the menu is concise, everything we ordered was delicious. We had the sweet and spicy fried chicken, which was super crunchy and juicy--the sauce was packed with flavor and delivered a nice, slow burn. We also tried the king buns, which were fresh, light, and surprisingly airy. Though they look huge, the dough was perfectly fluffy rather than dense or dry. The beef bulgogi was decent, though it would have been even better with a bit more char. On top of the great food, the restaurant was spotless and the service was attentive (our server was right there with extra napkins for the saucy chicken). I'll definitely be back to try the rest of the menu!

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    Myungin Dumplings - Malatang! Housemade beef broth with beef brisket, tofu, enoki mushroom, radish, cabbage, Sichuan peppercorns and topped with cilantro.

    Malatang! Housemade beef broth with beef brisket, tofu, enoki mushroom, radish, cabbage, Sichuan peppercorns and topped with cilantro.

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    K Food Village

    4.7(162 reviews)
    5.3 miCanoga Park
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    Delicious, comforting Korean food with warm service -- it makes you feel like you're getting a…read morehomemade meal prepared with love here. K Food Village is small with a casual but comfortable vibe, perfect for a meal with some family or friends. The food is immaculate. Came with a small group so got to sample a couple dishes. The galbi combo was pretty good, the soup was a delicious hit with its seafood base. The kimchi fried rice was excellent, genuinely one of the best I've had and I finished the entire plate myself. The japchae was good too -- strong sesame flavors with some heat from the pepper, making it very filling and tasty. Our meal came with small banchan / sides of kimchi, spinach/veg, and cucumbers which were great addition to the already fulfilling meal. Parking lot is tight, but we didn't have trouble finding parking on a Sunday afternoon. Plaza is a bit rundown, but I didn't feel unsafe. Definitely coming back here. Highly recommend everyone gives this place a shot!

    This place is a hidden gem on Sherman Way and De Soto. We ordered the Spicy Pork, Spicy Beef Soup,…read moreand Kimchi Pancake, and honestly, everything was amazing. The spicy pork was packed with flavor, the soup was hot, spicy and comforting , and the kimchi pancake was crispy and delicious. The service was also a standout. Everyone was so kind and intentional, and you can tell they genuinely care about the experience they provide. The chefs absolutely know what they're doing because every dish felt thoughtfully prepared. We loved it so much that we came back two days in a row, which says a lot because there aren't so many great food options in the area. Some of the best Korean food we've had in the Valley. Parking can be a little hit or miss depending on the time of day, we came early in the day so there were plenty open; but it's 100% worth checking out if you're in the area!

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    Shik Do Rak

    Shik Do Rak

    3.7(608 reviews)
    1.6 miNorthridge
    $$

    I have been coming to Shik Do Rak for over ten years. This was my first Korean bbq experience and I…read morehave since been to many other Korean restaurants, and none have compared in quality to Shik Do Rak. Shik Do Rak has been my exclusive Korean spot for the past few years and will remain so!

    UPDATE: I noticed people were complaining about the receipt adding an 18% tip. Which 18% is nothing…read morethese days most people don't tip well anyways. It says it on the receipt that it's only for parties of 4 or more and that no additional tip is necessary. This a local family business not a restaurant chain. I think it's sad that people are judging this business off of what a receipt says and not the food. This place has been around forever. We've been coming here since our kids were little. We love everything about it. When we eat here, we do actual barbecue, but we've also ordered it from the kitchen, and both ways have been great. John is super helpful, always there to assist us with whatever we need. I really like how he teaches us new ways to enjoy our food, like how to dip our sauces and what to dip in them--it's always a cool experience. The waitstaff works hard, and the service has never been an issue. My only gripe is that I wish they sold that chili sauce in the squeeze bottle and the kimchi because it's amazing--I'd buy a whole jar of it. Thanks, John, for always making our visits awesome.

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    Jin Cook - korean - Updated September 2026

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