Went here yesterday (4/13/26) with a friend after walking around super hungry, and I'm really glad we stopped. It was a quiet Monday afternoon. Each table has an iPad where you can order, call a server, or request anything you need. The menu layout could be a bit more user friendly, but we were starving so we just picked a few things and honestly, no misses. We started with the fried Sichuan dumplings (no steamed option), which were good but my least favorite. The filling wasn't clearly described. The shrimp fried rice and jjamppong seafood soup were both great though. The fried rice is pretty standard, but the black bean sauce on top really elevates it without overpowering it. The soup was a surprise hit for me (I'm not big on seafood), with a really nice broth, great noodles, and a quail egg on top. One thing I really liked was the setup at the table, there's a little drawer stocked with chopsticks, spoons, napkins, and other essentials. It's super convenient and lets you just do your own thing without needing to flag someone down constantly. Personally, I love that kind of setup. It feels very efficient and low pressure. I know some people prefer more traditional, hands-on service, so if that's your style, this might not be your favorite. Only odd thing is you can't pay on the tablet, but they bring the check quickly. Staff was friendly and attentive. Overall, a cute little find. I'd definitely come back, especially for a quiet lunch, solo or with a friend. read more

Jjamppong Zizon - From bottom left next to Coke: Deep Fried Dumplings, Jjamppong-Rice Noodle, Shrimp Fried Rice. - Noodles Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Since parking can be challenging in Ktown, we parked behind in the parking structure and picked JZ for an after concert meal. Clean, warm but simple inside. An employee set us up with utensils and napkins. Ok with ordering from an iPad, but having to open packaged takgwan (pickled radish) was odd. Service was quick. The fried dumplings were crunchy and satisfying. We each ordered jajang myun, for $9! All prices were great. Loved all the big onion pieces but the sauce was thin and a bit sweet. My noodles were chewy but my friend's was a little over. Still, the whole bowl was eaten! They close at midnight and while their menu's limited I would come back for the same! read more

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- standard traditional korean restaurant with utensils are on the side of the table. not busy at all on a friday night so just walked in and sat down immediately. i definitely feel like this restaurant is more convenience that anything with plastic cups, to-go containers of pickled radish etc. - make a bad choice of swapping out the typical jjampong noodles for rice noodles ... soaked up all the soup and got soggy so fast. then it became a battle of using the spoon to scoop up the noodles because it would break with chopsticks. tried my friends who didn't swap out and was a lot better - the soup was spicyyyyy since the rice noodles soaked it up heavily so it was very spicy for me - tangsuyuk was okay, very small pieces of pork with a lot of batter (felt light bc of tapioca/rice flour coating), fresh fried, the sauce was just very sweet for me so a little went a long way read more

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Checked this out on a whim because I was craving jjajangmyeon. I ended up ordering the half and half because I've never had jjamppong before. The jjamppong was definitely full of seafood and you get your money's worth. I wish they had an option to have it a little less spicy but it was fine. It was pretty tasty. The jjajangmyeon also had lots of veggies and meat. It was a little too sweet for what I normally like but I still finished it so no complaints there. Service was fine. They were nice but I ordered everything off an iPad. They give you a bottle of water so I only had one because I wasn't sure if they charged for a second bottle, even though I definitely wanted more water. Overall I thought it was a decent dinner to have while I watched love island on my phone! read more

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It's okay a large area lots of seating available we didn't have to wait not particularly busy they have to tablets but still order from the waiter be sure to scan the discount code for the parking parking is in the structure it is good for 90 minutes full price rates. The spiciness was just right to food taste okay come here for your Korean food fix currently they do not Sarah Poplar Hall there's a sign posted that says they are applying for liquor license just FYI. And they have clean restrooms clean restrooms to me is always a reflection of the restaurant cleanliness that is the number one sign at least for me that they are working in a clean environment clean bathroom equals clean everything else because they spend the time read more

Been wanting to try this restaurant for a while and finally went for dinner. Place was not busy at all and overall a nice, clean place to sit down and eat a nice bowl of jjamppong. Server was really chill and got everything we needed. You order thru a tablet on the table and the food comes out pretty quickly. Ordered their basic jjamppong + sweet/sour chicken. Flavor is ok, portions are decent but on smaller end. Noodles were great, but for me I prefer some other places. Side dishes were mid and didnt taste well. Chicken we ordered was also ok, had great spice to it and had a lot of flavors to it. Not a bad option for the jjamppong lover and a great alternative in ktown. Parking is street only. read more

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SO GOOD! Jjamppong here is the star of the show. Broth is so seafood-y and delicious, though wish there was more seafood hahaha. Noodles are great. I like you can choose spice options for your items and I ended up also getting a jjajangmyeong with the level 3 spice...OMFG SO SPICY. Like in the best way. But omg so spicy. Sweet and sour pork was not as crispy as I had liked but love the meat to batter ratio. So much seating indoors and service was quick. You order from an iPad at the table which is convenient. read more

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Truly wonderful, convenient, and affordable. The Jjajamyeun is good quality, not too oily... but just enough oil. The Jjamppong is fresh and flavorful, and you can get the 1/2 combination if you're having trouble deciding. The Sweet and Sour pork is also great quality and a favorite of mine. read more

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my friend and i stopped by here after hearing about their $8.99 jajangmyeon. - the interior was very clean and spacious. you order from the tablet and the utensils were on the side compartment of the tables. - my friend and i shared a jajangmyeon and a sweet and sour pork. the jajangmyeon (4.5/5) was flavorful and wasn't much on the sweet side which we liked. the portion was shareable for two people which made it good on the pricinig. the sweet and sour pork (4.5/5) had the right amount of sourness on the sauce and paired greatly with the jajangmyeon. - the servers were fast on their service. the resturant also validates parking for $3 which was nice. overall, would love to come back here whenever we're in the koreatown area read more

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Came in here on a Monday for lunch and it wasn't packed but there was a steady flow of people coming in one by one! Your orders are taken via an iPad on the tables so it's pretty easy with photos! They do give individual water bottles which I thought was interesting! In terms of the food, I really liked the half jjajangmyun half jjamppong! You get a good portion of both. They're known for their super spicy, but I wasn't brave enough to try it. But the broth for the jjamppong was pretty solid and flavorful! I liked the jjajangmyun too to balance it out! I wasn't a fan of the kimchi they gave but the radish individually packaged was pretty good. You can see the kitchen which is relatively open and you can hear the chefs working the wok for the food which was cool! In general, really quick and a good spot if you want no frills Korean Chinese style noodles. read more

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Was craving black bean noodles and my friend suggested we try this spot in K-Town. The restaurant is clean and ordering is easy off the iPad on your table. Despite ordering on the iPad, the staff were available for questions and the tables have hidden drawers underneath with napkins, extra silverware, and bibs to avoid food splashes from the beans. Food wise we got the Tangsuyuk-Sweet Rice to share which was pretty good but a bit on the chewy side instead of fried in my opinion. We also each ordered our own Zizon Jjamppong which was a mistake because the portions are SO big! We could definitely all have shared one or two orders of it. read more

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Very clean restaurant Tables and chairs were wiped down and the bathroom had toilet seat covers and super clean Menu was a tablet whichw as convenient I got the jjampoong and a friend ordered the jajangmyeon The regular jjampping isnt that spicy actually next time ill try the next level. Lots of seafood and broth was flavorful - the portion was gigantic i think i will get the half and half and split it with someone Jajangmyeon was good not too sweet noodles were cooked just right We also tried the tangsuyuk - it was good small portion was huge. It didnt stay crispy though even though sauce was on the side They gave us free bottled water and service was great I will come back! read more

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My favorite was the Jjamppong and the tang su yuk. The coating is made with Rice flour and it makes it soft yet chewy read more

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Great flavors was crashing black bean noodles got the spiciest they had to offer. Only downsize is the black bean containers comes in single use serve wear. It doesn't have a top for you to close and cap it off if you have leftovers which sucks :/ lost a start for that but great flavors! read more

Jjamppong Zizon - Delivery, bad packaging you can't reseal the leftovers as everything is a plastic rip top - Noodles Near Me - Los Angeles, California

If you're in Koreatown LA and craving bold flavors, you have to try Jjamppong Zizon. With over 100 locations in Korea, it's no surprise that this spot serves up authentic Korean Chinese cuisine that hits all the right notes. We started with the Deep Fried Dumplings (10 pieces for $14). It was perfectly crispy outside, juicy inside. The real surprise? The Jjajangmyeon was only $8.99! House-made noodles with rich, savory black bean sauce full of ingredients. The Black Bean Noodle ($13) was also a hit. We couldn't resist the Sweet & Sour Pork ($16 - small) either. Tangy, glazy, and so addictive. It was definitely a favorite. If you love seafood and spice, the Spicy Jjamppong is a must. They even offer a Jjamppong Challenge if you're feeling bold What makes it even better? Everything is made fresh right in their open kitchen, using 100% Korean-imported chili powder. You can taste the quality and care in every dish. I know I will be coming back for the Sweet & Sour Pork and Jjangmyeon. read more

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Came to Jjamppong Zizon and tried both the jjajangmyeon and the jjamppong. The jjajangmyeon had that perfect balance of savory and slightly sweet, with chewy noodles and for me the black bean sauce was lighter than other places I've been too. It didn't feel greasy or heavy. The jjamppong was spicy, flavorful broth loaded with seafood and veggies, and just the right amount of heat to warm you up without burning your mouth. Super generous portions, too. Service was quick and friendly, and everything came out hot and fresh. You order on a tablet at the table and they bring out food to you. when you need something you just wave some one down. The place is clean, casual, and definitely worth stopping by if you're craving solid Korean-Chinese comfort dishes. read more

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Ordered their signature Jjampong Zizon, Jajangmyeon and a side of fried dumplings. The Jjampong Zizon comes standard as a little bit spicy. It comes with pork, lard, quail egg, seafood such as scallop, mussel, clams, and squid). The more you drink of the broth, the spice does not become an issue so it's quite nice. But of course you can order more spice if you'd like. The ingredients to jjampong are really delicious together, the seafood broth is good with the noodles that have a nice chewiness to them. The seafood and quail egg was nicely presented, and decent portion too. It's great if you're sharing or have a big appetite. The Jajangmyeon has a very thick consistency and mild black bean flavor, it could use some more sweetness but is an otherwise very pleasant noodle dish to have. The fried dumplings came out hot and consisted of japchae sweet potato noodles, egg and chives. It's a nice side to have if you're craving a crispy dumpling with a soft and warm filling. The place has moderate flow of diners coming in. You order off a computer screen and there is almost limited interaction with the staff. It's possibly a great choice for introverts wanting to have minimal interaction and to just enjoy their food. read more

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This spacious, modern, clean restaurant in central Koreatown has the BEST jjajangmyeon deal! For $8.99, you cannot beat the quality, noodle taste, and of course decadent sauce. Other classic dishes you should try here include the jjamppong--this time we tried the tofu soup version, crispy dumplings, and sweet and sour pork (tang suyuk) Everything is so good! I love how you get a bib too so you can eat as messy if you want to! read more

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Came here for lunch yesterday with my parents. My dad recommended this place, he knows his spots and I was pretty shocked and happy dining here with my family. We only ordered 3 dishes, two bowls of jajangmyeon and one tangsuyuk. They had an all day special for jajangmyeon for $8.99... I was extremely shocked how good the jajangmyeon was. I like it more than paiks noodles. Our family was visiting ktown from SF and the prices in SF are 15-19$ on average for one bowl of jajangmyeon. $8.99 is literally crazy in this economy. Service was excellent and food was fantastic. We'll definitely be here Everytime we come by Ktown. read more

This is my go-to place for a quick, affordable, no-frills jjajjangmyun/jjamppong bite while I am in Ktown. I think the value of this place can't be beat, and it really feels like you're eating in Korea. I usually like getting the half-half, though if only getting one noodle dish, I prefer the jjamppong. It can also get very spicy which I love. Definitely get the Sichuan-style tangsooyook too--it's so good and I love that it comes with so many onions too. I like this version more than their standard tangsooyook honestly, which I find a little too sweet for my liking. Definitely come by if you are in the area! read more

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We were in LA and craving for some late night noodle. Everything tastes so delicious and the price is very reasonable. The 1/2 and 1/2 is a must try and I love their fried rice. Service was great and they give out big portion as well. I want to try other dishes when we come back next time. Thanks Jjamppong for having us. read more

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Presently surprised. Of the simply amazing taste very impressed. It was a whim that I came in here, but I will be back delicious and mouthwatering unprecedented taste. read more

Jjamppong Zizon - Wow very impressed with the taste of these items! We'll be back ! So good - Noodles Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Probably the best jjamppong restaurant in ktown. The broth is spicy and hearty (얼큰해 is most fitting). The tangsuyuk is very chewy and delicious as well. You can self order and request the check all through a tablet attached to the table. Parking is available nearby for $5 w/ validation if street parking is unavailable. read more

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I'm an absolute sucker for a good bowl of comfort noodles, and @jjamppong_zizon.la might have the most authentic (and best) Korean noodles that I've had in Ktown! This chain is directly from Korea, and they serve a menu that showcases their signature jajangmyeon (black bean noodles) and jjamppong (spicy seafood noodles), as well as other Korean-Chinese comfort food dishes such as fried rice, dumplings, and sweet and sour fried pork. I love how all of their dishes are generously portioned, customizable to your spice level preference, and very affordably priced. Service was also very nice and attentive, and the restaurant operations were very streamlined, with iPads at every table for ordering, a quick turnaround time for plates to arrive, and very consistent food quality every time that I've visited. Highly recommend checking them out if you're in Koreatown and looking for a casual Korean comfort food spot with authentic and affordable menu options! Featured here: jajangmyeon jjamppong with soft tofu sweet and sour fried pork deep fried dumplings crab meat fried rice read more

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I've been into Korean food A LOT lately, so I'm always looking for new, comforting Korean foods. What better place to search than in the heart of Koreatown? Parking: Every man for themselves. Paid metered parking in front or paid parking garage in the back. Follow the signs to public parking. Complimentary 3 hour parking. $5 + service fees after 3 hours paid via online. Ambiance/Environment: This spot was larger than I expected! Plenty of indoor seating for all group sizes! No outdoor seating. Very clean inside. Interior is what you'd expect from a Korean restaurant. Service: We were greeted once we walked in. Everyone was nice, and throughput was extremely quick after placing an order through the tablet. They brought out our food on a cart. We were checked on once and given new water bottles later on. Foods: 1) Sweet & Sour Pork - The pork was evenly fried. There was a generous amount of sweet n sour sauce on the side. I drenched the pork with the sauce. It was gooey and delicious. 2) Pan Fried Dumplings (5 pcs) - Can't go wrong with a classic appetizer. The dumplings were crunchy on the outside and decently packed with filling. 3) Jjamppong- aka spicy seafood rice noodle soup. Wooo, they do not mess around when it comes to their spice levels. The soup was definitely spicy and flavorful. It had a slight fishy taste, but the spices overpower that. There was a generous amount of seafood, and the noodles were thin and short. 4) Jjajangmyeon- aka black bean sauce noodle. The black bean sauce was thick and flavorful! There was a generous amount of vegetables, no protein. The noodles were long and cooked well. 5) Shrimp Fried Rice - This was served with black bean sauce on the side. The fried rice was simple, and the shrimp was cooked well. The black bean sauce gave it more flavor. Pricing: Everything was worth it! Will definitely be back for more! read more

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We've been coming to Jjamppong Zizon for a while and have always enjoyed the food, which made this visit especially disappointing. During our recent visit with family, our young child pointed out a large cockroach crawling on a brick pillar near our table. We quietly notified the staff so it could be handled discreetly. The server seemed unsure of how to respond and went to get someone from the kitchen. The person who appeared to be the manager/chef commented, within earshot, that "it must have come from outside," which didn't feel reassuring in the moment. After that, I had largely lost my appetite, though we stayed so the kids could finish their meal. Unfortunately, things escalated further when one of our family members found a piece of rubber in his black bean noodles. We brought it to their attention, but there was no clear explanation. Initially, the full bill was presented, and only after some discussion was that one dish removed. I understand that issues can happen at any restaurant. What matters is how they are handled. In this case, there didn't seem to be much acknowledgment or effort to make the situation right beyond the minimum. It's unfortunate, as we've enjoyed dining here in the past, but based on this experience, we likely won't be returning. read more

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Favorite Chinese Korean jjampoong in la! So good n fresh open kitchen style My parents love coming here once a month, never disappointed!!! read more

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This was my first time visiting this restaurant. The seating area is spacious. I came in during the afternoon and luckily it was not busy yet. Each table has a tablet that you can order from. The menu is limited but full of great options, of which I tried most. I tried their jjajang noodles (currently on a special price for $8.99), crab meat fried rice, deep fried dumplings, and Sichuan-style sweet and sour pork. The dishes were excellent! I loved them all and the signature noodles are great. read more

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All of my family falling love with Jjamppong Zizon. They open until Midnight. They have special on jjajangmyun.(짜장면). My kids loves deep fried dumplings. If you into spicy food, definitely you have to go here. All the dining table has spoons, Chapstick, napkins, and wet tissues. You don't have to call the server for order. You just use screen to order. Very professional staff. I forgot to took the picture of dish. We were too busy to eat. read more

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I'm so happy to say this, because it's been so long, it's reasonably priced and the potions are great. For a solid lunch under $20 if you share with a friend. Zizon Jjajang special (8.99) - I cried with joy. Something under $10. Please stay this way. I beg of you. The noodles we chewy, the sauce was good, the pork bits were in there. It was a good amount to share with a friend if you got a second dish. For us, it was the Sichuan-Style Sweet & Sour Pork (17) - great portion, spicy enough and crispy texture. The space is HUGE and they validate the parking for $2. I would definitely travel to eat here for the price, portions and cleanliness. There's no service, you just press buttons. Love that. read more

Let me save you some time. This place is not the best in LA. The service was also not good and I felt like I was being rushed out of the restaurant. My friend and I wanted to order a side of jjamppong soup so we kindly asked if they offered that here. He was very quick to say no, so we ordered an entire order of jjamppong instead. He proceeds to question whether or not we could even finish all of it ? If we're buying it, why does that matter? Such an odd question asked in a rude demeanor making both of us uncomfortable. Upon receiving our food, we were met with even more disappointment. While the noodles were good, there was more garlic flavor than the traditional smoky onion flavor that makes this dish what it is. Overall just bland. The pork was cooked well, and the jjamppong was also alright. Beyond this, we felt like we were being rushed out of the restaurant. Every time we needed something, she kept asking if we wanted the check/togo box and even saying bye!! What a weird experience this was. ^ if you were wondering, it was 1pm.. lol I will not be coming back. I'd be more pleasant if either the food or service was good. Neither hit home. read more

Jjamppong Zizon - 3.2. Tangsuyuk-Sweet Rice (찹쌀 탕수육) -(M) - Noodles Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Highly recommended and a ton of hype but not sure if I'm a fan?? Sorry really thought we found our new favorite Korean Chinese noodle spot but was just okay? Outside the chewy perfectly cooked noodles and delicious fried mandu everything else was just ok sadly!! FYI....No Kimchi either!! read more

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As someone who doesn't really like jajangmyeon, I thought this was on the better side. It's quite a sizable portion for a reasonable price. I would categorize this as an almost fast food-type spot, where you order off iPads at the table and the water is just a plastic bottle and some paper cups, so don't expect too much out of the ambiance. read more

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Very good jjamppong And when I arrived here, the staff's service was so good. One vote for the kindness and carefulness of the male employee!! read more

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I'm a big jjajangmyeon lover, and I've been wanting to try this place for a long time. It definitely didn't disappoint. If you like Korean-style black bean noodles, you should come here. Ordering is super easy with the self-service screen at each table, the food comes out fast, and the restaurant is very clean. read more

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Jjamppong Zizon is a hidden gem in the hearts of Koreatown, LA! Their $8.99 jjajangmyeon is such an amazing deal! I can really taste the freshness of the chewy noodle. The black bean sauce was very rich, savory. The jjampong is just as good! I really enjoyed the fun of the half-and-half yin-yang bowl! Tangsuyuk and the dumplings were crispy and perfectly tangy. The place is clean, spacious, and has an open kitchen so you can see everything made fresh. Service is fast and friendly. Parking can be tricky, but overall this spot feels like eating in Korea! Delicious, affordable, and worth the trip! read more

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Stopped by here on a Tuesday evening and it was not too busy. We got the sweet and sour pork and half and half jajangmyeon and jjamppong. The pork was a 7/10, not the best I've had, perhaps a little too tangy for my taste. Jajangmyeon was delicious and the jjamppong a little too spicy for my taste but my bf enjoyed it. We ordered extra noodles for $3 which was nice to finish up the extra sauce and soup. There is also unlimited rice! Service is pretty good although they weren't too busy and you order off the iPad yourself. The restaurant is clean and homey. Would come back to try the rice and dumplings but the menu is quite limited. Side note: I did ask to use the bathroom a while ago when I didn't come in as a customer and they didn't allow me to but that's understandable read more

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I liked that there was plenty of seating and everything felt clean. They serve bottled water, and the complimentary side dishes were a nice touch. Ordering is done individually through a self-service kiosk, and the food came out quickly. The servers were very friendly, and overall I was happy with the experience. The only downside for me was the sweet and sour pork--it felt a bit small for the price and the flavor was just okay. The jjambbong and jjajangmyeon were good, but for the price, it did feel like the bottled water and side dishes were factored into the cost. read more

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$8.99 noodles SO GOOD I LOVE THE SAUCE AND THEY ADD VEGGIES SO TENDER and the noodles were so chewy better than Tsujita! the pork was coated w a chewy mochi exterior and there was sweet and sour sauce. The place has AYCE white rice for free. amazing The ambience is clean and spacious and well lit! Service is excellent too they let us stay past closing. There is a parking lot that you can get validated!!! It is behind the store. read more

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Service was very kind and ambiance was clean and a well kept restaurant. We ordered the original black bean sauce noodles, the spicy seafood sujebi, and the sweet and sour pork. Even though we had a nice dining experience, the food just wasn't up to par. The spicy seafood sujebi really lacked a depth of flavor and just only tasted spicy in comparison to other local restaurants. The sweet and sour pork was also alright but the portion was a bit small considering the price and randomly came with an entire shredded raw onion on the plate which was a first for me. The black bean sauce noodles were a great deal for $8.99 and not too bad in flavor. Overall, there just wasn't enough good products for me to return considering all the other nearby popular Korean restaurants in the area. read more

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