The food's good, but being forced to use the Yelp app to get on the wait list is a huge pain.

This is THE best Korean restaurant I've been to in LA, which is a BIG statement (I eat Korean food a lot)! My favorite bites were the galbi jjim, the meat is so tender and everything is super flavorful, the fish katsu is so tender, and the steamed dumplings are packed with flavor! We also tried the chicken katsu and seafood tofu soup and both were really yummy too! Also their kimchi is really fresh and umami, it's my favorite kind of kimchi! Food comes out quickly and service is fantastic too! read more

Jincook - Katsu combo (chicken & fish), Braised Beef Short Rib (Galbi-Jjim), seafood Spicy Tofu Stew (Soondubu) - Korean Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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Con: Called ahead for the wait time. Told me no wait for a group. When we got there 15 mins later told us it was 20 min wait. We didn't get seated til 45 mins later. When it was time to order we wanted galbi jim the main reason we choose this place only to be told it was sold out. Since the night before. Mind you this is one of the top dish they are known for. Pro: Flavors for the dishes were ordered was good. Rose tekkboki, pork belly, bulgogi, seafood pancake. Pl was well decorated. Next time pls tell the truth about wait time. And maybe mention on phone the main dish is sold out! read more

The family and I ordered a feast recently and dishes were mostly very tasty! We enjoyed the thin-skinned, flavorful steamed dumplings alonside soupy offerings like their galbi-tang and dweji-gukbap (pork & rice soup). The centerpiece galbi-jjim topped with cheese was generously portioned with fatty cuts of short rib, veggies, and tteokbokki. Speaking of that, the rose tteokbokki's sauce delivered a potent hit of spice that was well-integrated with the rest of its flavors. Garlic suyuk (sous vide garlic pork belly) was quite tender, though not my favorite especially for its cost. Likewise, the bulgogi was surprisingly dry. The most memorable bite turned out to be the chicken katsu as it was still crispy and delightfully soft even after cooling for quite a while. Overall, a great meal with some standouts. Worth ordering from again and we'd love to dine in sometime soon. read more

Came here on a Tuesday around 7pm and luckily got seated immediately. We were actually the last table before a wait started forming. There's plenty of parking in the back, plus outdoor seating if you do have to wait. I've been seeing Jincook all over TikTok, so I was excited to finally try it. My table of 3 ordered the $10 Tuesday rice cakes, galbi jjim, and a seafood pancake. The portions were HUGE! We didn't finish a single dish and happily took leftovers home for the next day. Service was okay. The staff seemed busy, but we were always able to get someone's attention when needed. Overall, I enjoyed my experience here. The easy parking is a huge plus, and I'd come back if I'm ever in the area again. read more

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This is one of my favorite Korean spots in Santa Monica. Further away from Ktown, this hits all of the right flavors, while being so filling! Definitely head there early before the rush hours since it does get packed. It's a small restaurant, nice seatings and a good spot to catch up with friends. Food: great! Their soups are just so comforting and makes you feel so energized after eating. Their mandu is really good too! Service: nice! The waiting staff are super nice and although there are just a couple of them, they are attentive and check up on you. read more

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This is based off of my first time. I loved the place. I got the mushroom curry and it was delicious. I got the mushroom twigim which was good too. We also got a kimchi pancake and I personally liked it. It is thicker than what I've seen before but it tasted good! They also filled our banchan every time it got empty. The vibes were great and quiet/chill. Definitely would come back! read more

Jincook - Bulgogi hot stone and Mushroom Curry Hot Stone - Korean Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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the galbi jjim here is quite delicious. Good flavor and tenderness. A bit on the sweet side. The short rib soup is also very good. Impeccable service and good ambiance and decor. read more

Jincook - Beef Short Rib Soup (Galbi-Tang) - Korean Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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Loved coming here last night!! I've been dying to try Jincook for a while, and I finally visited with my husband and our friends. My husband and I split the tteokbokki (with cheese) and the bulgogi hot stone (with egg), and our friends got the bulgogi hot stone and the spicy tofu stew (with egg). We all loved the bulgogi hot stone!! My friend said the stew was delicious and my husband was very envious - it looked so good and came with a side of rice to eat with it. The tteokbokki was also very good and the cheese definitely helped make it a little less spicy. It was very good, but I think I would have preferred a soup or additional hot stone. The spicy pork looks amazing, but so does everything else! It was tough to choose. My friend and I also got the koreanade to drink (I got passion fruit and she got a berry flavor). They were delicious and so refreshing! We really enjoyed coming here. The inside is nice and clean, and the service was great. Everyone was nice and we were seated right away without even joining the waitlist (possibly because people are out of town for Coachella? Unclear, but I'm not complaining!) Can't wait to come back and try more options! read more

Jincook - Bulgogi hot stone with egg - soooo good!! - Korean Near Me - Santa Monica, California

I love eating here and enjoy the ambiance. I try to go when it's not busy. Food is expensive but it is top notch. Consider going with a group and sharing. Their dumplings and chapjae were delicious. High quality ingredients and great flavor! read more

Jincook - Korean Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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dare i say the yummiest korean food in LA? at least for vegetarians, this place is definitely one of the more accommodating korean restaurants. they allowed me to order the rose tteokbokki without the meat, and lemme say it is just as delicious. the waitress was hesitant to allow us to order it, but i ensured her that i would still enjoy it with just the sauce and rice cakes lol!! there is also a vegetarian option for the korean pancake, which was perfectly crispy and paired well with the sweet soy sauce. this is my first time trying the mushroom curry, and while it was good, i think i still prefer the mushroom japchae and veggie bimbimbap! i do appreciate the number of vegetarian options though :) will be back for $10 tteokbokki tuesdays!! :0 read more

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Overall, it's a solid spot with a really nice interior and great service to match. We ordered the Brisket Hot Stone and the LA Galbi, and both were winners in terms of value. The portions are definitely fair for the price point. While the meat quality was perfectly fine, the absolute star of the show for me was the rice. It was incredibly soft and fluffy and honestly, it was the highlight of the meal. I would definitely return just for the fluffy rice! read more

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On New Year's Day, our original lunch plan was to enjoy hot pastrami dip sandwiches and fries with gravy at Pasadena's The Hat after watching and enjoying the renowned Rose Parade. However, since SoCal has been experiencing atmospheric river bands for the past week and we had purchased tickets to one of our bucket-list events, we weren't giving up. During our return drive to West LA, we were shivering, soggy, and hungry when we changed our original lunch plan to one of my bookmarked Korean restaurants closer to home. After showering and changing into warm clothes, we dashed down to Jincook in Santa Monica. We entered this casual Korean restaurant and were warmly greeted and seated by our server, Ben. Ben was friendly, brought us a carafe and cups of iced water, explained the menu, and took our beverage order for a large bottle of Terra beer. We took a few moments to decide on our meals, which were served in sizzling-hot stone bowls while snacking on the banchan. FOOD: -Bibimbap Hot Stone or Dolsot Bibimbap 돌솥 비빔밥): Jincook's vegetarian version of this mixed rice dish included assorted vegetables, kimchi, and Korean spicy chili paste (gochuchang). Both of my relatives added bulgogi for an additional $2. As Ben delivered the bowls to my relatives, he warned them about the hot stone bowls, and we could hear the rice sizzling along the insides. After my in-laws mixed the vegetables, meat, sunny-side-up egg, and gochujang, they scraped the crisped rice (nurungji). My in-laws said that they enjoy eating bibimbap, but the crisped rice (nurungji) is the key ingredient. $27.95 -Braised Beef Short Rib or Galbi-jjjim 갈비찜: My husband and I shared this dish. The stone pot was filled with tender-braised beef short ribs, vegetables (kabocha squash, carrots, potatoes, and onions), and Korean rice sticks (tteok) in a soy-based sauce. It was served with bowls of steamed white rice. We were so hungry that we finished this tasty braised dish. $65 We liked the convenience of this Jincook location, and we'd return to try their other locations in Los Angeles to compare. However, we appreciated Jincook's flavors and value and along with the ambiance and decor. Ben's friendly, efficient, and stellar service will certainly bring my relatives back here before we return to visit Los Angeles. read more

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Jincook honestly exceeded my expectations. The aesthetic is cozy and elevated at the same time, the staff was incredibly welcoming, and the portions were HUGE. I definitely recommend ordering family style so everyone can try a little bit of everything. What we tried Beef Bone Broth (Seollung-Tang): 9/10 Very comforting without feeling heavy. The broth was super clean! Sous Vide Garlic Pork Belly (Garlic Suyuk): 10/10 Probably my favorite dish of the night. The pork belly was insanely tender and flavorful, and the garlic made it even better. LA Galbi (Korean BBQ Rib): 10/10 Super juicy with a perfect sweet-savory marinade. The portion was generous too. Tteokbokki (Spicy Rice Cake): 8/10 The rice cakes here were perfectly chewy! The sauce had a nice kick without being overpowering. Bulgogi Hotstone: 9/10 The beef stayed flavorful and warm the entire meal. It also came with rice and an egg which complimented the dish perfectly! read more

Jincook - Bulgogi and beef bone broth - Korean Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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Decent korean food for West LA Food: - Hot Stone Bimbimbap: stone pot arrives searlingly hot, which adds a toasted golden crust of rice at the bottom. This intense heat melds the ingredients together, improving the taste profile of the dish. - Galbitang: broth is savory, but has more earthy mushroom notes than other galbitangs. Glass noodles are sparse, and short ribs are a tad tough - Pork Katsu Curry: standard flavor that is elevated with the hot stone pot. Pot keeps the katsu crispy and curry hot for a longer time, ensuring each bite stays hot and flavorful - Galbijjim: good for west La, I wish the meat was more tender, but the flavor was good read more

Jincook - Bibimbap Hot Stone - Korean Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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Truly happy to have more Korean food on the west side, it's a rarity. This place offers a variety of dishes whether you're craving that comfy cozy soup or stone pots. My favorite is the seolleongtang which is the beef bone broth soup. They have salt on the table so you can add to your soup based on preference. It always comes out piping hot and is truly cozy especially for the cold months. The barchan is okay and they give a small variety. The staff here are friendly and the place is clean and they have some traditional Korean decor which is a cute touch. There's two hour parking nearby or meter street parking. read more

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Overall, everything was good and I'd definitely return. We ordered the bulgogi, katsu combo, and rose tteokbokki. The banchan were decent, though you do have to ask for refills. The bulgogi was pretty decent. If you've had the Costco bulgogi, it tasted very similar: 8/10 The katsu was also solid (ordered chicken and pork) it was nice and crispy, though a bit dry: 8/10 The rose tteokbokki was tasty with bacon and sausages, and had a very peppery flavor: 8/10 The restaurant itself was very clean and cute especially the ceramic dishes they use. The only downside was the timing of the food. We were almost done with the katsu and bulgogi when we had to ask for an update on the rose tteokbokki. Not sure if it was forgotten, but it would've been better if all the dishes came out within a more reasonable timeframe. read more

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Went to Jincook in Santa Monica and ordered the bulgogi, rose tteokbokki, and the pork and chicken katsu combo. The restaurant is a cute little spot, very clean, organized, and thoughtfully designed. I really liked the clay plates, which were a nice touch and made the meal feel a bit more elevated. We arrived at the right time because a line started forming shortly after. I did wish there was more banchan variety. They brought out four, which was fine, but I was hoping for a bit more. The bulgogi was solid and enjoyable, not bad. The katsu had a great crisp and flakiness, fried perfectly, though the meat itself was slightly dry. The rose tteokbokki was interesting and very vibrant, and while the flavor wasn't bad, it definitely stood out as something different. Overall, not a bad spot at all. There are some solid dishes here and a pretty big menu, so I'd be interested in coming back to try other items. read more

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my favorite Korean restaurant in Santa Monica If you're looking for authentic Korean food in West LA, Jincook is the best. They start you with banchan, and everything I get here is always so good. This time I got the rose tteokbokki, Korean BBQ short-rib galbi, a cozy army stew perfect for winter, and their crispy sweet potato cheese curry katsu that comes out piping hot. We ended with refreshing cold noodles to cool down Service is amazing as well and it's great vibes! read more

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Finally made it after wanting to visit for so long! Very very happy to know there's a great Korean restaurant in Santa Monica. I got the garlic Suyuk which was presented break. The pork belly was so tender that it almost melted in my mouth. It doesn't come with rice so I got a bowl on the side. I appreciate that they have a half size order for smaller party. The banchan didn't need my expectations. The only one I liked was the pickled onion banchan. The service was good, overall the restaurant is very clean & they had a nice mix of Korean and English songs playing. I look forward to my future visits! read more

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How have I not left a review here???? Honestly probably subconsciously gate keeping. There's a lack of good Korean restaurants in Santa Monica. THIS HERE IS YOUR ANSWER! Everything I've ordered here has been tasty. The only thing is I think the prices seem a bit steep. But when in desperate times... I love getting the beef seollungtang. It's so good when you're on the verge of a cold. It'll bring you right back. Revive you! I love that sweet potato pork katsu curry dish. Be careful it's hot!! There's almost ALWAYS a wait though...even when I was gate keeping. Oh well.. Oh wait one thing- my friend asked for no onions on top of her kalguksu and they still added them. They were very helpful and accommodating with helping her reorder without onions. Thank you! Service is great. read more

Jincook - Beef Bone Broth (Seollung-Tang) - Korean Near Me - Santa Monica, California

10/10 loved! Decided I was in the mood for Korean for my Saturday night treat, and Jincook was on my list. Found parking in the nearby neighborhood, although there were plenty of meters available all around Wilshire. I ordered the marinated dumplings and rose tteokbokki with ramen. Was told 15 min, sat outside to wait and at exactly 15 min my food was brought out to me. The dumplings were amazing, the tteokbokki was spicy and saucy and a good size portion, the rice cakes were chewy. Service was fast and efficient. Would I go back? Definitely. I would love to see some black bean noodles on the menu. Bonus: Warm, delicious Korean comfort food outside of KTown. Bogus: Pricey. $45 for my two dishes, not including tip. What I'm not certain of is whether the banchan is complimentary when you dine in or not, and if it is, I would like that to also be included with to go orders. read more

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Service is quick and kind per usual :3 Inside and outdoor dining was available and clean. Galbi jjim still hitting the spot with mild spicy perfection with tender cuts of beef. 5/5 The hotteok dessert was YUMMY coming out HOT with a mochi chewy texture and a cinnamon sweet filling topped off with crushed almonds. 5/5 The jalapeño cheese katsu curry was a bit disappointing lacking cheese with too thick of a breaded coating. Would not order this again unless you're truly craving curry STAT 3/5. read more

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Really close to 5 stars! Great food, great service, and a cozy ambiance. Although a few dishes could be better, most were delicious. We ordered the Jalapeño Cheese Katsu with Curry, Pork & Rice Soup, Marinated Dumplings, and the Hotteok for dessert. The curry was rich, savory, and comforting -- it almost tasted like Thanksgiving. However, I didn't love the cheese katsu itself; it had too much breading, and the inside was a bit dry. The Pork & Rice Soup was flavorful, and the pork was excellent, though I wish the broth had more umami depth and creaminess. The Marinated Dumplings were delicious, and the Hotteok was also very good, though just a bit too sweet for me. Overall, the service was great, and the place had a warm, cozy atmosphere. With a few small improvements to the dishes, this would easily be a five-star spot! read more

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Pretty good. Simple Korean soups and dishes done decent. Hit the spot after a long day. Banchan was decent, picked onions hit. Kimchi left some to be desired. Soups were flavorful and well stocked with goodies. Workers were nice. Good time. read more

Jincook - Korean Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Hungry and craving Korean food. The menu is extensive so decisions will be hard to make. The bibimbap is vegetarian to start and for a few dollars more you can add bulgogi. The sauce in the bibimbap is a little sweeter than what we're use to, though if you ask for something with a kick they will bring more. I ordered the bulgogi hot stone and it's a protein bomb - all meat and some rice. I paid extra for an egg which helped as I'm not use to eating a plate of only meat. The banchan is 4 dishes - an onion/ginger tangy side, pasta salad, kimchi (of course!) and daikon / white radish in a spicy sauce. All were great, with the latter two being our favorite. The spice is addicting. Service is friendly. It does get crowded quickly and mostly with other Koreans which is a fantastic sign on the quality and authenticity of the food! read more

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We came by Jincook as we were looking for a Korean place west of the 405 that looked solid. The restaurant is pretty new and the interior is very nicely done. The seating is mostly booths which makes for a very comfortable experience. They didn't seem to have capacity for groups larger than 6ish people with how the interior was set up. There is a patio. PARKING: there is a lot on top of the restaurant that is dedicated. It's kind of hard to find, you have to drive around the block to a separate drive in. The parking is directly on top of the restaurant and there are stairs to the right that go up to it. Street parking also available. We arrived around 30 minutes after opening on a Sunday and the restaurant was already 80% at capacity. By 12:30 there was a wait for the inside dining although the patio was still open. Service was pretty slow as they were really understaffed (only one waitress and one bus person) l for the first hour. The waitress was clearly frazzled and almost running trying to get everything out. It took more than 40 minutes for our food to come out. However by 1pm things got better since they got another waiter and bus staff, but by now a line had formed. Docking a star since they have some service kinks they need to work through. Menu has a mix of Korean classics as well as more modern food options. The portions here are MASSIVE for the pricing. We ordered three dishes for two people to share and it probably could have fed four. Rose tteokbokki: delicious and generous. The sauce is fantastically creamy and savory. The rice cake is done well and still firm. Generous amounts of meat. We got it with the ramen add on, although the ramen was cooked way too soft. Spicy beef stew: deliciously hearty. The medium spicy level comes with a good kick, and there's a deep beef flavor in the broth as well. Comes packed with meat and toppings so it's a filling bowl of soup. Soondubu: this was the weakest dish. The soup comes with generous tofu portions but very skimpy on the seafood. read more

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Went to the restaurant on a Friday night and it was super crowded but service was nice and efficient. We got seated fast and our food arrived fast. Portion was great and flavor was good. Weather was cold so the seolleongtang was perfect. Parking wasn't too gnarly either. Overall rating: Food: 10/10 Service: 10/10 Menu: 10/10 Restaurant Vibes: 10/10 Price to Overall Dining (POD): 10/10 read more

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So happy we found this very solid Korean place near where we were staying (Marina Del Rey), rather than driving all the way to Koreatown. We went with son's girlfriend's family so we were able to try a lot of dishes: haemul pajeon and marinated mandu to start. Both very good! Apps were the highlight! For entrees, we got galbi jjim (had more veggies than we would typically get and not a lot of soup, but still pretty tasty), rose tteokbokki (was ok), soondubu (good although could have used a little more depth in the broth), bulgogi hot stone (solid), and sweet potato chicken katsu (good). All dishes were good although just a little bit off from what we would get at really good Korean places in NY. That being said, still very happy and will be back to try some other menu items. They have a pretty large menu! Cannot forget about the service, which was excellent!! read more

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This place was amazing!! I have been craving some korean food and this place hit the spot. We came on a sunday afternoon and there was no wait. The service was quick and amazing as they also refilled our sides right away! :) The braised beef short rib for 2 was huge and filling and we also had a bunch left over so it is definitely worth! The sides were also super addicting and I would definitely come here again read more

Jincook - H1.Braised Beef Short Rib (3PD) - Korean Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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jincook is one of my favorites for korean cuisine! i knew they had a lot of locations but i didn't know they had one in santa monica. i ordered a medium beef tofu soup and it satisfied my cravings. compared to other korean restaurants that have tofu soup, i notice they have a lot more meat in the soup! which i love. service was great and the staff was very nice. there wasnt much of a wait on a friday during dinner time. also plenty of street parking when i went. read more

Jincook - Korean Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Wow, wow, wow. I've been here before but this was an even better experience. We ordered a few things and I got try dishes I missed the first time. We ordered the bulgogi adding a fried egg to go with it. It's some of the best bulgogi I've had with perfectly cooked rice. I just wish the egg was a bit more runny but it did the job! We also got the garlic soy chicken which was so tender and juicy. Chicken can be hit or miss but it was addicting. I kept going back to it and so perfectly cooked. However the star of the night was the Rose Tteokbokki. Holy moly. Packed full of flavor and the sausage and bacon were a nice surprise. Adding ramen noodles was definitely the move and I'd go back just for this. I knocked a star off for the B rating that was kinda hidden. I'm sure it's something they fix soon, but they should really work on that. read more

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Omg everything was so yummy!!! My favorite dish was the galbi-jjin - they use fire to melt the cheese, which was such a fun touch. We also ordered the rose tteokbokki with ramen noodles, and it reminded me of a spicy version of Filipino spaghetti. The cheese curry katsu was perfectly crispy and so tasty. Bibimbap a was a great Vegetarian option. Highly recommend!! Our server was incredibly sweet, and the portions are generous, best for sharing as we still had leftovers to take home. Will definitely be back again! read more

My friend brought me to Jincook for dinner cause I was starving and craving Korean food and it came highly recommended. While I did enjoy the food as a whole, there were a few things that took away from my experience at the restaurant. When we first got there, the hostess literally pushed us out the door and had us virtually check in using the QR code at the door. While I understand that this is their process of filling their tables, I felt that getting pushed out the door your first time walking into a restaurant was not a warm welcome. The waitress quickly came and took our orders. I did love that their Ban Chan (side dishes) were constantly replenished so I enjoyed as much kimchi and their other delicious sides as I wanted. I got the Bibimbap (mix of rice, veggies, kimchi, egg, and spicy gojugang sauce served in a hot stone bowl) and I added bulgogi (beef) to the bowl. It cost $4 extra to get the beef bulgogi and I felt that it was a very small portion of meat to have to pay $4 for them to add it. I barely even tasted the small amount of meat in the dish. The rest of the dish definitely hit all the classic notes for a Bibimbap, but I think next time I would just order one of their beef hot stone dishes so I can get more meat in the dish. Hoping next time, if I do end up coming back, that I receive a warmer welcome and find a dish with more protein and a bit more flavor. read more

Jincook - Sides (banchan) - Korean Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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Finally, a solid Korean food spot in Santa Monica, so we can ditch the questionable ones in Sawtelle, lol. Tried the chicken vegetable bibim noodle from their "new" menu, the spicy tofu soup with beef, and the pork and fish katsu combo. Everything was decent, tasted exactly like they're supposed to (I'm Korean, so... just trust me, IDK). The katsu combo took a little longer, but it came out so hot and crispy, all was forgiven. For what it is, which is regular degular menu items you can find anywhere and everywhere in Koreatown, I thought everything was on the pricier side. But I guess it's just Santa Monica pricing. The beach tax or whatever. I'm just glad to see a more correct representation of Korean food in Santa Monica! I went at peak lunch time on a Saturday and still got seated right away. Not sure if it's new(er) and people are still sleeping on it? It did eventually fill up, though. Worth checking out, IMO, especially if you need a quick Korean fix while out and about on the coast. read more

Service was okay. They really only came by to the table on their own (without me flagging them down) maybe 2 times for ordering and for the bill. We order a galbijjim and a spicy sweet fried chicken. Glabijjim was undercooked especially the onions and potatoes. We ended up just eating the meat and took it home to cook it again and added in our own sauce since it was very light on sauce. The Korean fried chicken could be compared to chicken nuggets with some sweet sticky sauce and a side cabbage salad. We disliked this even more than the galbijjim since the galbijjim at least had a good sauce. The saving grace was the banchan. The kimchi was excellent. I thought it was weird they charge to take home the banchan but then after eating it, it made sense. I'll return since it's nice to have a Korean food option on the westside but would probably get a soup next time. read more

Jincook - Galbijjim - Korean Near Me - Santa Monica, California

All of it was very good and satisfying! The food was hot and tasty! However, the beef bone soup was dark compared to lighter from what we saw on Yelp. It was not tasting as what we expected but the bulgogi rice Katsu and sides were so good! Unfortunately, this location is really busy and there's few workers so you might not get assisted as fast if you wanted to get a refill of the yummy sides. They should just refill rather than wait till people ask. Inside was clean but crowded. We went there and waited 20 minutes! read more

Jincook - Korean Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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Jin was cooking for sure. This new restaurant is so so so so good and perfect for those who live on the west side of LA. They offer authentic Korean soul food with options from various soups to perfectly braised meats. I would recommend sharing each dish because they're pretty big portions and you will definitely want a bite of everything!! We got the braised beef short rib (galbi-Jjim) with cheese, 1/2 portion of the garlic suyuk, and the rose tteokbokki with ramen (spoiler alert: everything was *chef's kiss*). The service was quick and attentive, and the interior design gave the place such an elevated feel. There's also a free small parking lot on Wilshire and Stanford. Overall, I would for sure come back with even more people so I can try more dishes! read more

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Food was pretty amazing. We absolutely loved their kimchi and it wasn't too sour or super spicy. the server was great but there were just times they forgot to bring things to us, like water and extra kimchi. It wasn't too busy at the time we went so waiting a while for water after it was taken away is what had me knock off 1 star. However everything was amazing from the food to the beautiful upscale Korean style seating and decor. They even offer outdoor seating. I highly recommend trying the marinated dumplings. read more

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Got take out here, knowing it would probably be better to eat there in person. But had a craving for some Korean food, and was surprised at how good it was for takeout. We got bulgogi bibimbab, dumplings, Korean pancake with vegetables, and the garlic suyuk. Everything was delicious EXCEPT the garlic suyuk - they forgot the accompanying dipping sauces! It was flavorless without it. We made our own but was really looking forward to trying theirs, and wasn't going to drive back for it. Sad to pay so much for a dish that missed an essential component :( The pancake in particular was amazing and we ate it for days - very hearty and reheats well. Overall a good meal, though quite expensive and with 1 major flaw. Would come again to eat there in person. read more

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