Brought a friend from out of town here and it was so good it convinced him to move to LA. Make sure you put your name down as soon as you get in, cause this place is undeniably popular - and for good reason. The vibes inside are immaculate, very club with both open sections for socializing and tucked away tables for larger parties. The servers have lots of recommendations and the menu is absolutely loaded. We had to try the frozen apple beer and it was the perfect way to wash down some of the best fried chicken in LA. The pork bulgogi was a surprising standout, the salads and bean sprout kimchi were the best possible accompaniment for all the proteins. And to top it all off, the prices were super affordable with massive portion sizes, the 4 of us ate so much we could barely move after. Don't fill up on pretzels, you're gonna want ever last bite here. read more

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Perfect slightly charred and seasoned food, hole in the wall vibes, good parking and no wait time? I had a great time w my friends and loved it. Servers are quick and kind to help you. Spicy chicken feet (5/5) - perfectly seasoned, not overcooked n dry Large intestine (4/5) - perilla powder seasoning is interesting, I enjoy my large intestine a lil more squishy Skewer set (4/5) - came out hot n delish read more

JJAN - skewer set, Large Intestine, Spicy Chicken Feet BBQ - Gastropubs Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Ambiance is super nice good bar vibe and lights. Food was amazing got the cheesy chicken and rice cakes was really good. Service was quick and nice. read more

JJAN - Classic Spicy Rice Cake - Gastropubs Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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The corn cheese was delicious, it's simple so it wasn't the star of the menu but good and simple. The pork belly with green onions was fireeee. It was my little sisters first time trying pork belly and she loved it. The service was good for a busy place, they checked in on us a couple times and tried to be attentive on a busy Friday night. It's really busy and loud, not for everyone but we expected it and liked the vibes, felt lively and fun. The star of the show was the rose spicy ttekbokki, strong garlic flavor which was 10/10 for us. The udon was a great addition, we left super full and had lots of leftover. Portion size is also +A read more

JJAN - Corn cheese, Pork Belly with Green Onions, rose spicy rice cake - Gastropubs Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Insane spot, amazing food, good vibes, good music, friendly staff. Parking was 5 bucks tho but I'll be coming back fs read more

JJAN - Frozen beer - Gastropubs Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This place was such a find and an experience. It's in kind of a sketchy area but there is a parking lot so that helps out a lot. It's a Korean dive bar and an experience in itself. The bar food was good, and the frozen beer was better. It was full of people and it seemed like people just hung out and no one was in a rush, which was nice. I would definitely recommend that you check it out to mix up your usual routine. read more

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JJAN is a small Korean gastropub in Ktown. Servers are friendly and you use a call button at the table to get their attention. Their food is a little expensive for pub food, but the portions are generous and it's delicious. The dishes had a good amount of spice without being overwhelming. The cheese bath spicy chicken had lots of protein and includes ttebokki which was so indulgent. The Sapporo pitcher is the best deal, and I also recommend trying the frozen hard cider. They give free pretzels, which is a nice touch. It's a great spot to hang and catch up with friends over snacks and drinks. Also, parking in their lot is free with no time limit (rarity in Ktown). read more

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We came here on a Friday night and had about a 30-minute wait for a table of four--not bad at all for K-Town on a weekend. It's tucked away in a plaza with free parking, which honestly feels like a small miracle around here. Big bonus points for that! Inside, the place is pretty small but has a cozy, laid-back pocha (Korean drinking spot) vibe--perfect for hanging out with friends over drinks and bites. I tried the frozen apple beer and loved it--refreshing, sweet, and fun. The pork belly was also a hit: flavorful, nicely grilled, and perfect with a drink in hand. The only real miss was the seafood pancake--it came out soggy and lacked that crispy edge I was hoping for. Overall, it's a chill spot to kick back with friends. Great atmosphere, good drinks, and a few standout dishes make it worth a visit! read more

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first positive note on this place is they have their own free parking lot, which is AMAZING considering how hard it is to find free parking in ktown. the spot is a bit lowkey since it seems like the entrance comes from the back but once entering, it is super packed. pork belly with green onions - 10/10 this wasnour favorite dish, perfectly seasoned, great chew, and broiled garlic pieces and stringy green onions to complement the meat rose tteokbokki - 9/10 delicious rice cakes, cant go wrong with this and the sausages were a phenomenal add, only thing is it is quite pricey for what it is chicken wings -7/10 pretty basic wings, well fried, sauce on the side but nothing spectacular and pretty small pieces overall great vibes, good food would come back read more

JJAN - rose tteokbokki - Gastropubs Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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If you're craving late-night Korean gastropub vibes, JJAN delivers some of the best bar food in Koreatown. The food is the standout here. Highly recommend the beef intestine which is perfectly stir fried with just the right amount of chew. The rosé tteokbokki (spicy rice cakes) had the ideal level of heat and sweetness. The frozen apple beer is a fun, refreshing drink to pair with all the spicy and savory flavors. Honestly, JJAN nails the kind of comforting bar food you'd want at midnight. Atmosphere: Loud, fun, and bustling. It's a classic pocha setup: Casual but with great energy. Not a place for quiet conversation, but definitely the right move if you're out with friends or in the mood for a lively, late-night drink + food combo. Parking: A rare Ktown blessing--free parking in an attached lot. No valet. One star off just because of the wait times. The space is tiny and gets packed fast, which means it can be a while to get seated, and service slows down a bit when it's slammed. That said, once you're in, it's worth it. read more

i really liked the vibes here, you can tell that others enjoy coming here as well. i like that they're open late especially with good food! read more

JJAN - Gastropubs Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Was looking for a new Korean bar to try for a late night meal. JJAN did the trick. Service - 5/5 Waitstaff were upbeat and helpful. You can feel that they want customers to have a good time here. Really helped set the tone for the night. Unlike a lot of other places, they also had stools outside you can use while you're on the waitlist. Helped a lot. Ambience - 4/5 A lot of black paint with rainbow string lights. Great soundtrack. American sports on TV, the usual plethora of soju ad signs. Not what I'd call fancy, but positively screams "THIS IS A KOREAN BAR IN LA." Food - 4/5 Tried the rice cake chicken and spicy stir fry squid. Both very homey, straightforward dishes. Nothing astounding, but just the kind of comfort food I like to have in a place like this, at reasonable prices (these are big sharing platters). Chicken rice cakes could have used more rice cakes and less cabbage, but that's a minor quibble. read more

The food was alright - it's on par with other Korean pubs. The star of the show were the Apple beers. I normally HATE beer but the apple beers were DELICIOUS. Highly recommend trying that. Wasn't a big fan of the tofu kimchi pork belly dish though. Felt it was lacking in flavors everything else we tried-tteokbokki, drinks-were good. They also serve pretzels on the side. read more

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If you have a party of six or more prepare to wait i was already not happy but once we seated and started eating i get the hype :) place is small but very efficient and fast service was great , food and drink selection was good parking is good , overall its a hood place to eat and drink the area wasn't in the best spot but the place is worth trying a cool Spot to eat and drink young people crowd amd choi read more

Korean bar food was really good and came out in a timely manner. Friendly staff and cute spot to hang out to drink and enjoy food. read more

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Good food Cozy ambient Good service The wait is usually a bit long but it's pretty worth it. read more

JJAN - Iced stout - Gastropubs Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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we ordered the: * pork belly with green onions (i lovvv with garlic) * corn cheese with hot cheetos * shake shake chicken with fries * beer with foam * 4 soju fresh (on the house shoutout the servers!) not as rowdy as other pochas but objectively loud and has colorful lights up indoors lol also lov the free parking since that's rare in ktown la ahhh would come back fer sureee read more

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The food here is delicious! My friend did say she felt like the icy beer was a little much but she did like the cider. I got the green onion pork belly and the seafood pancake both which were good. They forgot my corn cheese though that I waited all night for but maybe I'll come back next time for it. They have interesting hot Cheeto version too.. read more

From the moment we walked into Jjan, we knew we had found the perfect Friday night spot. It's the classic Korean pub-style dive bar you crave after a long week. The staff were friendly and accommodating, always ready with suggestions and recommendations when asked. Appreciated especially since I'm still learning Korean dishes and recipes. Every meal we ordered was tasty and filling. Generous portions, one main could feed about 2-3 people. I highly recommend the pork belly with green onions, along with the kimchi pancake. Above all though, the Rose Spicy Rice Cake was my favorite. The creamy sauce with rice cakes and udon noodles was incredible. The right amount of spice carried this. I've tried similar dishes around K-Town, but Jjan has perfected it. Paired with drinks and good company, worth it. A hot spot in LA worth checking out. *Pros: -Chill/Fun atmosphere (classic Korean pub/dive bar vibe) -Tasty and filling dishes (generous portions mains feed 2-3 people) -Reservations accepted for larger groups (parties of 6+) *Things to keep in mind: -Parking can be tight since it's shared with other businesses -Longer wait times later in the evening -Venue is on the smaller side -Noise level can get loud, but that's part of the experience and only adds to the atmosphere. read more

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solid pocha spot with good vibes and better food. the tteokbokki with ramyun hit the spot--spicy, a little sweet, and super comforting. the corn in it was a nice touch. pork belly salad was fire too--crispy, flavorful, and balanced out with fresh greens. drinks were fun--apple beer with frozen foam and cold soju, can't go wrong. overall, great place to chill, eat spicy food, and sip on something. will definitely come back. read more

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After having been to Korea at least 4 different times, I can honestly say that JJAN is the best Korean food I've ever had. Every item I've ordered has been incredibly seasoned and delicious! I love that not everything here is sweet. There's a lot of savory dishes and I've been here a couple of times and still have yet to try the whole menu. There's so much to choose from and it fits everyone's palate. The one thing my friends and I always get is the tteokboki rose chicken with ramen noodles and sausage and it hits every single time! We also get the 420 fries on occasion and those are fantastic as well. Recently, the group we were with ordered the pork belly with the green chives and while that was delicious as well, I prolly won't reorder it again. The shake shake chicken was fantastic tho! Already planning on ordering it again next time we're here The vibe inside is so cool, very ambiance. A little noisy at times but, it's a pub and it mimics very well the pocha pubs you'd find in Korea. The crowd is always a blast when we're here. The staff is super nice, super attentive. Willing to offer suggestions should you have any The only downside is it shares a parking lot with other business' around, they open later and there's always a line now that people know about this place. A must visit for sure tho! read more

JJAN - Extensive menu, so many items - Gastropubs Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Went to Jjan last night, friends in town and my husband and kids highly suggested this place, they went there once without me, let me say my family didn't disappoint me, we ordered both pork belly with kimchi & with green onion, shake shake chicken, cheese corn, clay pot noodle and kimchi pancakes they are all very tasty, shake shake chicken & the clay pot noodle are my favourite, service is great as well, they also have happy hour and need to pay $5 for parking in the lot which my husband said last time they didn't have to maybe new policy or something, we are totally fine with it, but the only complaint is they let my friend paid the bill instead , we booked ahead of time but not too crowded due to weekdays I think, weekend should be packed according to my family who went last time, highly recommend read more

We came to this restaurant at around 7p and there were 7 parties before us. What funny was inside the restaurant was pretty empty. I was surprised how they didn't let people in, maybe short staffed? When we were in, we were served well and adequately. The online menu offered so many food, it was hard to choose. The happy hour occurs on the weekends too, 5-8p. - corn cheese 5/5. You can't really go wrong with corn cheese. The cheese was stringy. There was a hint of herbs (parsley or cilantro I forgot). -frozen beer 3/5 was interesting. The top foam is a beer slushy. I like original beer more though but it was fun to try. -large beef intestine 4/5. I have a love hate relationship with this. The intestines are crispy, and fatty, flavored well. But it was hard to find the intestines in a plate full of vegetables. -spicy pork skewer 5/5. It is dipped in Korean chili paste. And it was huge for $4 ish. I remember going to a Yakitori place and the pork belly was 4x smaller than this and the slices were thin. I was impressed about the portion. -spicy chicken 5/5 has the same flavor as the pork belly for $3.50, dipped in gochujang which was very spicy for me. But the portion was huge. -kimchi fried rice 3/5. I like how the fried rice was separated into different portion. I don't like the sausages though. They taste like regular hot dogs. -spicy pork belly bbq plate 4/5 was sweeter than the regular spicy pork skewer. I think if you order around 4-5 skewers, you'll get the same portion as this. Overall I would come back to this place. View menu here https://lisi.menu/675367464ce70 read more

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Came here around 7 pm on a Saturday with a party of 4. Parking is free (which is rare in Ktown) There was a long wait (waited about an hour to get in). It gave intimate Korean pub vibe which was really cool. We ordered the kimchi pancake, cheese bath with spicy chicken, rose udon noodle dish and corn cheese, which were all really tasty. The downfall was the assorted skewer plate. I could have done a better job at understanding what's included in the assorted plate because it was really underwhelming. My brother ordered the apple ice beer which looked really unique and he said it tasted like a slushy. Definitely a great spot for a late night snack. Everything we ordered was delicious minus the assorted skewers which came out with chewy meat and over cooked shrimp. read more

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I've been going to Jjan for years now and every time I go it's always as good as the first time. Would highly recommend the intestine, pork belly with green onion, and rose udon. Then wash it all down with an frozen beer (Apple specifically). I always come here to impress my out of town friends and they always ask to come back whenever they're in town. My absolute favorite Korean pub spot - and has parking lot in back! read more

The vibes here are great! Love how they have the decor setup with the colorful lights and the structures with the dark background, it feels like you're in the streets of Korea. The servers are also pretty attentive too, consistently monitoring the area and they are easy to call upon. I got the jeju orange cocktail and that was pretty good, it just tasted like juice so it's a bit dangerous haha! I also got the the rosé tteokbokki which I liked. The heat was great and I liked the inclusion of udon noodles and corn to it. The sauces was a bit on the thicker side, but it was better than being too watery. I wasn't the biggest fan of the seafood pancake since it just tasted like an omelet to me without much flavor though. Overall, a great experience here. read more

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New favorite Korean pub in Ktown. I like their free pretzels. Their pork belly/green onion and tapokki were good, had a lot of flavor. Also like their frozen top beers. read more

Got seated here immediately on a Thursday night! This place is great for drinking and just hanging out with friends after a long week. The apple frosted beer is delicious, I'd recommend stirring it together for the best taste. 420 Corn Cheese was also great, except the hot Cheetos that came on top of the dish were slightly stale. The steamed squid comes with three different dipping sauces. This dish comfortably fed me and my boyfriend. I do wish it came with vegetables to wrap the squid in. The green onion pork belly was probably the least favorite dish that we ordered, some pieces were burnt/overcooked/too dry. If you come here, definitely try the rose rice cake. It comes with corn, fish cake, sausage, and udon noodles. It is a mix of both creamy and spicy. This dish is definitely shareable amongst three people. I do think some menu items have prices that are a little steep, so that is probably what'd prevent me from coming back again. I feel like most dishes here could feed a maximum of 4 people, so take that into consideration when coming here with a larger group. read more

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Stopped by after Anime Expo and they gave us a time estimate of 2ish hours since we had a group of 8. Thankfully another big group cancelled so we were able to take their reserved table. It's kind of dim inside so if you're blind like me definitely bring your glasses lol. Their happy hour menu was pretty good but only for a short amount of time. Definitely order from it if you're there at the right time! We ordered fries, wings, pancake, pork belly, tteokbokki and fish cakes. All were soooo good and flavorful! We thought we didn't order enough but we were all full and had some left overs. Workers are really nice and pretty fast too. They have a private lot, which is nice and rare in LA. Definitely stop by if you're near the area and don't mind the loudness read more

Came to try the frozen beer, perfect during this summer heat. Did not disappoint, will definitely come back as the ambiance was great. read more

JJAN - Gastropubs Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Amazing!!! One of my favorite places I've ever been to. The food is amazing. The frozen apple beer is delicious and the ambience is really fun but not too loud and obnoxious it's great! We were told the wait would be around 30+ but people were finishing up quick so we were seated in under 10! Been to a couple other Korean bars but this place takes the cake! read more

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I feel compelled to base my review of this place solely on the pork belly with green onions. The pork belly with green onions is one of the best things I've eaten this year, and I am still dreaming about it. Never did it occur to me to make a green onion salad, after having green onion mainly as an internal ingredient or a garnish. The green onion's pungency cut through the delectable greasiness of the pork belly, and I am all about finding balance in my life. The service is really good, very friendly servers. The dark lighting is somewhat moody, and does lend the atmosphere of a gastropub. I want to bring my mother to try the pork belly with green onions, that's how highly I regard it and how much I care for my mother. The other dishes were also solid, but as a meat eater that does not keep halal or kosher, I must recommend the pork belly with green onions. read more

Everything was absolutely delicious, and don't leave without trying the Frozen Apple beer! read more

JJAN - Rose rice cake, tofu kimchi, kimchi pancake, pork belly and green onion, DIY rice ball - Gastropubs Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Went here for a small reunion with 4 college friends. We really enjoyed the ambience and the overall settings of the place-- it was a great place to chill and catch up. We ordered some dishes, including the rose toppoki, bbq chicken, potato pancake , and spicy pork bulgogi. All of them were fire and well-cooked, we enjoyed everything that was served. Service was awesome and they were really accommodating. There's a huge parking lot available, so it was convenient as well. Would definitely come back! read more

JJAN - Classic Spicy Rice Cake Spicy Chicken BBQ Pork Bul-Go-Gi - Gastropubs Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I absolutely loved JJAN! At first, I thought it was closed, but it turns out you can only enter from the back. There's a nice big parking lot with plenty of free parking which is a big plus in Koreatown! I was there at about 5:45 pm on a Friday and there was just one other table of four there. By the time we left at 7:15 PM, it was packed and people were waiting for a table. I'm really glad we got there early because we had a nice cozy table in a corner. It was perfect because it was a first date! The only downside is I didn't like the music so much. Other than that, it was perfect. Our server was really pleasant. He took our drink orders and got the food out to us quickly. That was the only time we saw him, though. I had to track him down to settle the bill. Super nice guy, though. He was busy handling a lot of other things. We had the Spicy Rice Cake, $10.99, and the Seafood Pancake, $18.99. Both were delicious and the portions were plentiful. They have a happy hour menu but it's not very extensive. The beer deal is a liter pitcher of Coors Lite for $17. I had a Terra for $10.99 and my friend had rice wine on the happy hour menu for $10.99. When I was leaving, I saw they had frozen beer. Had I known, I might have tried it! I love the dark ambiance of the place with lights strung along the ceiling. Again, the only thing I didn't like was the music, but it got better when it was crowded because I could barely hear it. Oh yeah, they have a couple of small TV screens. They had a UFC fight showing on it. I would absolutely go back here. Especially because it feels like a hideaway! Get there early if you want a good table and don't want to wait. They open at 5:00 PM. read more

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The food portions are huge! Really good bang for the buck and all of the food was solid. Rose tteokbokki was so good! It had fishcakes, sausage, corn, and udon in it as well. Pork belly with green onions was also really good but it got cold fast, I recommend eating it fresh. Kimchi pancake was solid, big and good amount of crisp. Fried chicken gizzard was crispy and yummy, came with 2 sauces that I didn't prefer but I dipped it in the rose tteokbokki sauce + kimchi pancake sauce instead. read more

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JJAN was such a great experience! If you're craving late night Korean foods, this is the place to go. The restaurant has a really intimate feel because most of the tables aren't directly next to each other. What we ordered: - Corn cheese: 9/10! this is such a staple dish at any Korean restaurant and we like to order this as a litmus test haha. Not much to say other than it was super tasty, had a great cheese pull, and was evenly coated! - Kimchi fried rice: 10/10!!! This was our favorite dish. The portion was great to share between two people. I loved that it came with some dried seaweed and salad on the side. I was expecting to see a plate of just kimchi fried rice so the added sides were a bonus - Pork belly with green onions: 8/10. Really tasty and was great reheated the next day since we took the leftovers home. I would recommend eating this with rice and sharing this with some people since it's a decently sized plate. - Original frozen beer: 10/10! As a beer lover, this was great. They somehow freeze the foam, so it's a really refreshing drink. Never had anything like this. I would definitely order this again. Service: 10/10 The owner was working the night that we went in, and he was super friendly. The table next to us had a birthday celebration and the owner was talking with them and ensuring they had a great night. Overall, service was quick. We didn't have any wait (but we went in on a random Tuesday night). Overall, I would definitely come back! read more

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The food and service was good. The food is nothing crazy but it has all the taste needed and not overpriced. The building was kind of confusing at first but the entrance is from the parking lot. Also the parking was free or we managed to just park for free. read more

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The frozen beer is so good. The wait kinda sucks. I think food is overpriced but it tastes good and is open really late.

Called a day in advance to make a reservation for 9:00 pm, spoke with someone and gave him my name and phone number. Fast forward to 9:00 pm on the day of the reservation and I'm told that there is no such reservation and they don't take reservations past 8:00 pm. JJAN seems to transcend time and space in a dimension where reservations aren't quite reservations. Really intriguing business model! read more