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    Jip Bap

    4.5 (159 reviews)
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    Apple Sidra Soda (apple soda without food coloring)
    Joe C.

    Quality food and service. The meat was perfectly cooked and was delicious. Between the Galbi and the Bulgogi, the Galbi shined. Pair with a bowl of rice and it was perfect! Sidra Soda was also refreshing and was not overly sweet. The only downfall was the prices as items on the menu seemed expensive. Will definitely be back to support this small business as the food was great and the staff was so nice. Can't wait to try the other items on their menu!

    Kalbitang
    Winn H.

    Solid Korean food spot on Burbank Blvd, a busy street during rush hour. The menu prices are a bit above average, but dining in was well worth the experience. They do have a some menus outdoors that also include some Japanese food. Ordering was fairly straightforward via their on-table kiosk. It's a very chill spot with little foot traffic even on a weekend for dinner. There is much ambiguity with their menu items; sometimes stuff is available, sometimes it's not. Some are seasonal, but they aren't labeled as such. Prices are also not on their menu. I enjoyed their Kalbitang, which had several bones of meat. The meat was all cooked to perfection and tender; the broth was hearty though heavily flavored with what tasted like soy sauce. My favorite was the fluffy rice. I thought their sides were tasty, but I neither intrigued nor inclined to ask for more. There were a few customers that walked in to order, and they do have options for seating both indoors and outdoors. The atmosphere is overall very relaxing, perfect for either a rainy day or a pick-me-up meal.

    Soon Tofu Jjigae - Bottom is beef, Top is seafood, Haemul Pajeon (Seafood pancake). Both with purple rice
    Harmony L.

    I am SOOO happy I found this korean spot and not have to drive to K-Town!! We got the Soon Tofu Jjigae - 1 with beef and 1 with seafood, both with purple rice, and the Haemul Pajeon (Seafood pancake). The pancake I wasn't too impressed by, the bottom was pretty soggy (maybe it's supposed to be this way?), but the flavors were great. Love the side dishes it came with! HOWEVER, the Soon Tofu Jjigae was 1000% worth it and why it's still 5 stars to me. A pretty generous portion, piping hot, and hits the spot. Parking wise, there is a tiny lot in the back, but I prefer to park on Burbank Blvd or on a side street. You order on an iPad which I don't LOVE, but also there was only 1 lady working at the time so I'm sure that helps her a lot. Will absolutely be back soon!

    Sukiyaki
    Krissy R.

    The place is quite small but it has several tables ans chairs. The place was really busy, there was only 1 server visibile so service was bare minimum. We ordered the Sukiyaki bowl and Pork Cutlet, both were under Japanese dishes. We ordered them from the iPad from the table which was very easy and accessible.They both were just okay, nothing extraordinary but generous portions. The place featured signs about tipping and if you are 6 and more, automatic 18% gratuity. The total for both dishes came about $48.

    Alex K.

    I've driven by this place SO many times but never ever experienced it. We would alway see it whenever we're driving along Burbank Blvd. This visit, after our nail appointment I remembered the katsu sign as that what I would alway see. But never knew what the exact name of the restaurant was. Well, good thing it was literally around the corner from where we were. There's street parking which we were lucky to get right out front. Plenty parking along Burbank blvd. I'm not sure but there maybe parking in the back. The place isn't that big with a couple of tables on the patio and more inside. It was our first time so we weren't quite sure about it. Well, you seat yourself and there's a kiosk machine on each table for ordering. Self service, place your order and voilà. The menu isn't big at all. You have Korean and Japanese main entrees. There's bento boxes, katsu of course, hot pot, stone pot and sides. Not a lot to go off but they do have a good amount of the classic and favorites. After we places our order, sides dishes were brought out as well as a water container. Fishcakes and the kimchi was a major hit. Quite tasty so it was a good little snack while waiting for the entree to arrive. Also, extras were included if you wanted more. We went with the pork katsu and fish katsu meal. Serves with salad with either white or black rice. Also added a side order of curry sauce for an additional fee. It wasn't too long till the food arrived and by the looks of it, it was nice. Fish and pork were cooked perfectly and battered nicely. Each bite had the perfect crunch to it. Each piece was juicy. It also came with a side of katsu sauce. Food was great and service was excellent. We did noticed loads of take out which was nice. The lady working was a doll and sweetheart. Busy as she was the only one but still had a smile on her face the entire time. There's a restroom which is in the back going through the side of the kitchen. Overall, the meal was very tasty and flavorful. Seeing all the other dishes and bento boxes being brought out, makes you want to try everything. Will definitely be back to try more dishes.

    Galbitang (short rib soup)
    Clara K.

    Came here with a friend for lunch on a recent Sunday and had an enjoyable meal. We both ordered the galbitang, short rib soup. My friend tried to order the cold noodles since it was a hot day (especially for November), but apparently it's a seasonal summer-only dish and was marked as sold out on the menu. The galbitang was well made, with plenty of tender beef, and the broth tasted flavorful and clean. The portion was large, I took the rest of it home and it was enough for another meal. Ordering was simple using the tablet at the table, although we tried to put in separate orders so we could get separate checks but they ended up combining the bill at the end. Not a big deal since we just put down 2 credit cards and they split it for us, but just FYI. The banchan was decent, a small selection of 4 items but they did refill upon request. As for parking, we both found spots on the street. Apparently there's parking available in the back, but I couldn't figure out where was safe to park and didn't see any signs, so I opted for the street since I didn't want to take a chance. Would definitely return to order the soup again, especially now that the weather is colder, and try other dishes as well.

    Pork Katsu
    Wilson L.

    Parking: Jip Bap is a very small store so it is easy to miss. There is a very small parking lot / alley in the back. It looked like parking were for the stores in front but there was no way into the restaurant. I had to walk around to the street. Exterior: There was a small patio area with a few tables for dining. It looked relatively clean. Interior: Jip Bap is a pretty small restaurant. There were not many tables available but it was very clean. It was not very busy when I went on a weekend for lunch. Service: There was a tablet at each table to order from. The waitress there was friendly. Food: I got the Pork Katsu with a side of curry. The meal comes with some typical Korean side dishes. The breading on the katsu was fried perfectly so that it was golden, crispy, and not too greasy. However, it was already heavily seasoned so it was actually a bit too salty for me when I added curry to it. Overall, it was a nice meal.

    Jeremy H.

    Came here for dinner to escape the LA traffic drive home. Such a cool little place out in Burbank area. Outdoor seating and indoor seating. It's small and they also do take out, but we dined in. The waiter was very accommodating, friendly and attentive. Food was great, they have a wonderful selection of Korean and Japanese dishes (I need to come back to try more).

    Banchan Set ,BULGOGI BIBIMBAP ,JAPCHAE
    Mansta A.

    Casual little spot with great food! Service is so quick and attentive. You order on the tablets at the table but the servers will happily help you if needed. I came for the bimbimbap but tried a lot of other dishes. Everything was good. We had the gyoza, japchae, fried chicken with soy glaze and banchan. My favorite was the fried chicken and banchan. The pickled sides really help with the fried dishes we got. Will definitely go back again!

    Chicken katsu with curry
    Maelani R.

    I think this is the correct restaurant? I ordered on Uber Eats and it shows this address but the name is "Katsu- Sherman Oaks." ANYWAYS- this chicken katsu was SO GOOD. It was crispy but not cut your throat crispy and the curry was so flavorful. I loved every second of eating this. The portion size was also pretty good- I was able to eat lunch for two days with this order. Definitely will be ordering from here again!

    Nat W.

    We came here to celebrate Mother's Day! The food is sooo delicious. We ordered so much, and the Galbi doesn't disappoint. It is so yummy!! And our server is outstanding - attentive and kind. It is a small, nice, and clean restaurant and cozy. I really like dining here.

    Complimentary house made kimchi and pickled vegetables
    Paul K.

    Wanted to try something new and different and went based on the good reviews, and was not disappointed at all. I've never been to Korea, but have a very strong feeling this is the real deal. Everything was delicious and fresh. The complementary kimchi and pickled vegetables were amazing. The hand pulled noodles with clams and seaweed was awesome. The only thing that was not quite as impressive was the salad which was fine, but nothing special. You order on the little screen that's at each table and there was only one server, but he was very good and attentive. Probably ordered a little too much. Can't wait to go back. Hope they get a beer and wine license one of these days because a nice beer or some Soju would've gone great with this meal.

    Purple rice
    Lana R.

    The broth was really good... it's a computer tablet ordering system - I don't like that. This place is probably fine for most people, but I was hoping for a more homey restaurant- it's not bad I think the concept is just tablet high tech of a vibe (which is fine)... but not my style. The food was decently good though... Soon Du Bu not as good as BCD Tofu house but it does taste good and better than I expected so I was happy. When we went in the restaurant was empty and the server was in the back so I had to stand up and wave her down for service- she probably didn't think she needed to be outside because it's tablet ordering, however, she should still be up front and not leave the front unattended for periods at a time (chatting with people in the back). When other customers came in and it got busier - her service got better, then she continued to check in on us- which I appreciated. This place is good if you're not a foodie- or if you're not looking for a high character and old-charm authentic environment... but the broth and flavors of the food here IS good. I only wish they put more beef in there... small beef portions and mostly Tofu. Would I recommend this place? Yes... if you don't want to drive to KTown and you're ok with high flavor but less meat portions in your beef Soon Du Bu. (Sorry I know I may mistaken in my spelling). I don't live near here... so... I was happy with my food and satisfied... but I won't go back. Maybe if I lived close to that neighborhood I (maybe) would go back, if I was craving. But I'd rather go to Ktown.

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    not authentic/loads of MSG/rude waitress with bad attitude/watered down soup. Ok clean environment. Totally not authentic Korean food.

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    Can you make soondubu with a vegetarian broth and no seafood ? (Egg is fine.)

    We at the moment do not have a vegetarian option for soondubu… we may expand our menu soon to accommodate vegetarian/vegan options for soondubu very soon !

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    Hangari Kalguksu - (LARGE) Hangari Bossam

    Hangari Kalguksu

    4.4(3.2k reviews)
    11.8 miWilshire Center, Koreatown
    $$
    Women-owned & operated
    10 years in business

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

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

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    Belly and Jowl & Chicken-KALGUKSU

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    Bossam jowl combo

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    Danbi - Wagyu zabuton

    Danbi

    4.5(384 reviews)
    11.8 miWilshire Center, Koreatown
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    We went shortly after they opened and it got busier as the night went on. The Honey butter chips…read moreare dripping with the honey butter sauce & I wished I had a whole bowl of that. The Grilled jowl was thinly sliced & one of my favorite dishes of the night! The Zabuton came out still sizzling on a bed of onions- I absolutely loved this & it is definitely shareable between 2 or more people. The Scallop pancake had baby scallops cooked in to it- very fluffy & filling, another shareable dish between 2 or more people. The Mushroom bibimbap mixed with the sauce is a great vegetarian dish! Parking- $10 self park in the plaza

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

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    Inside bar

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    Scallop Pancakes

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    Kobawoo House - Kimchi Jjigae

    Kobawoo House

    4.3(1.6k reviews)
    12.2 miWilshire Center, Koreatown
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    What more can I say? This K-town staple consistently delivers when you're craving Korean cuisine…read more We started our meal with a generous portion of Haemool Pajeon (Seafood Pancake), which arrived sizzling on a hot plate reminiscent of a Chili's Fajita Plate. Next came the main attraction: the Bossam Plate, featuring simmered and cooled pork belly sliced to perfection. When you wrap all the other ingredients together, they create the perfect bite. Just after the Bossam Plate hits the table, a bubbling cauldron of Kimchi JJigae (Kimchi Stew) follows behind just in time to help wash down the delectable bites of bossam. Don't forget to order some rice because you'll need something to soak up the stew which turns the rice into a whole meal by itself. The service was jovial and welcoming, and like other Korean establishments, they have a handy-dandy button that jolts the attention of every server working whenever you're in need of service. The small space is very cozy, just the way I like it when I'm visiting with my loved ones. They don't have an extensive menu, just the OG staple items, but I feel the taste has improved over the years. I wish Kobawoo were closer to where I live, or I would be here this weekend, but perhaps it's a good thing we're so far apart.

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

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

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

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    Lunch Jangban Guksoo

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    Borit Gogae - Dwenjang

    Borit Gogae

    4.4(512 reviews)
    11.7 miKoreatown
    $$$

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

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

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    Borit Gogae - Restaurant decor- art work and Korean figurines

    Restaurant decor- art work and Korean figurines

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    Barley rice mixed with side dishes

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    Ham Ji Park

    Ham Ji Park

    4.2(1.8k reviews)
    11.8 miWilshire Center, Koreatown
    $$$

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

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

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    Jip Bap - korean - Updated June 2026

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