Tried the #1 hot pot franchise in Korea. So happy they have a location in Cerritos because everything we ordered was SO good ! The kimchi gamjatang was our favorite! The broth was rich, savory, and slightly spicy with that tangy kimchi flavor. The pork bone meat was sooo tender and literally fell apart! The dipping sauce made it even better too. It had a little mustardy kick that went perfectly with the pork. We also added the cheese fried rice and definitely recommend it! Crispy on the bottom, cheesy, and so flavorful from the leftover broth. The bossam was also really good! Loved the pork wrapped in napa cabbage which adds a fresh, crunchy texture to every bite. And of course, we had to get the kimbap! So delicious and the perfect bite to go with everything else. Definitely coming back when I'm craving Korean comfort food! What we ordered: -Kimchi Gamjatang (M, 2 servings) -Cheese Fried Rice (add on) -Bossam (S) -Kimbap -Sapporo read more

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Just had a 15-people party celebrating my birthday, everyone had a great time and enjoyed the food and service. It was nice having a party where we can share a little with others and get a chance to try some things we normally don't. The big find for me was the mackerel, it actually looked like a huge flounder, perfectly pan fried. We also ordered 2 of the seafood pancakes, they came with 8 slices each, just a perfect appetizer for 15 (and 1 left for the one who missed the party). We ordered slightly extra crispy and everyone loved it. The background music was upbeat and contemporary, I loved every song. read more

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We visited Jomaru thinking it's a type of one-person hotpot because of its name, but it's more like a smaller-scaled BCD with $45 hot pots. Food: The soups were quite bland for our taste so we did a bit of customization with salt and pepper. Although they provided a decent amount of banchan, the proteins in their soups were pretty scarce, not worthing the $19 price tags. Their Hae Jang Guk was the only soup with the bone filled up the bowl. However, because there's no space in the small bowl, even a little nudge made its soup spilled all over my sister's body. The waitress just then gave her a bib but the damage had already been done. The Bulgogi and Katsu took the longest to come out but they were the highlights of our meal. Service: We were the only table at the time and our waitress only gave us 2 menus for a table of 6 so we had to go grab our own from other tables. She's not the friendliest and kept tossing things on our table. She also tried taking away a dipping sauce jar after I had already requested to keep it. Our water was never refilled and napkins were very skimmed out. Though she did check up on our tables, her attitude was what made us refrain from asking for help. We love to give smaller businesses a chance, but we're sad to say Jomaru is not one of them. read more

Love this place! The medium gam-ja-tang already has a good portion of meat with potatoes, pasta, and perilla leaves/seeds. The pork cutlet is pretty big, and the crunch factor is definitely there. We also got the mini toppokki and the chicken bulgogi, which were both flavorful. Honestly, all the dishes and the sides they offer hit the spot. My personal favorite sides are the kimchi, the cucumber with radish, and the fishcake. Service was wonderful- the lady taking care of us was friendly and accommodating. They also have a call bell, which makes it easier if you need to call the servers for anything instead of flagging them down. For the interior, I like the lighting display- gives a nice illumination to the place. It's a plus that they're also open late till 12am! read more

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Finally found the best gam ja tang in the Socal area. Much better than other gam ja tang restaurants in entire Socal.

Went for a late weekday dinner. Service was quick to sit but took a little bit to take my order, which was odd since there was only one other group in the restaurant at the time. Eventually got to ordering. They are known for their gamjatang but did not want to order a super large soup for myself, so opted for the bossam + soon tofu haejangguk combo. A decent spread of banchan was provided. The meal came, was a disappointed that the soon tofu soup bowl was sort of half full only. Bossam was ok but not anything crazy good. Left a bit underwhelmed since the reviews were good otherwise. Thinking I should give it another shot and try the gamjatang but this wasn't that great of an overall experience. read more

Jomaru Korean Hot Pot - Small bossam and soon tofu haejangguk combo - Korean Near Me - Cerritos, California

Yoooooooooooooooooooooo! This spot was actually pretty fire We ordered the large spicy pork bone soup and the broth was CRAZY flavorful, definitely the highlight. But heads up... if you're starving starving, it's mostly bones with not that much actual meat on them so make sure you order some extra dishes with it. It was my first time trying it because that's what my friends recommended, but normally I would've gone with the seafood or beef tofu soup for way more protein, plus a plate of galbi or bulgogi on the side Honestly next time I'm definitely doing tofu soup with galbi instead -- better combo in my opinion and probably more filling than that giant soup that's supposed to serve 3. The teokbokki was super good though, and all the side dishes were hittin too Especially the fresh kimchi... not too sour or overly fermented like some places. Service was crazy fast even though we pulled up around 10:30pm, and the servers were super friendly. Ambiance was your classic chill Korean spot, nothing fancy but solid vibes all around read more

I was excited to try Jomaru and some dishes that I've never had, amongst which included the mung bean pancake and spicy monkfish stew. My friend and I shared both, and rice cost $2 extra. The mung bean pancake was sturdy, almost like eating a baked potato with a rougher texture. It felt earthen and healthy to eat, though. The monkfish was interesting, definitely a meatier and drier fish with less taste - one of those must-dips in the sauce. For a dish this large, there both wasn't a lot of fish, and the rice costing extra almost implied that it wasn't meant to be shared? But this dish is most definitely big enough for two! At this price point, I was shocked that rice was not included for us. Service was fairly quick, and the sides were okay. Their marinated potato and seaweed was amongst my favorites. On a weekday afternoon, the restaurant did feel a bit emptier, but this is a large space! Paying was also fairly easy and efficient, and they were able to split our bill down the middle - yay! read more

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Unlike most hotpots, and with Korean dishes that I've never experienced before, their gamjatang pork bone soup stands out for its unique, savory, and rich flavors and density of ingredients. The pork bones included were tender and meaty and absolutely delicious over rice and with homemade banchan. The portions are huge, so arrive with a very empty stomach or invite extra people! Service is good. Although upon arrival, the tables were filling up and the servers seemed overwhelmed. But once your food arrives and you're settled, they are responsive to the help button or are walking around to make sure guests are comfeand have what they need. Very relaxed atmosphere with booths and other sesting options for larger parties. read more

Jomaru Korean Hot Pot - Korean Near Me - Cerritos, California

Service 150/100. Food quality 100/100. Kimchi 200/100. My mom and I are still raving and craving Jomaru's extremely delicious kimchi ban chan and the wonderful seafood soondubu jiggae and seafood hot stone bibimbap we had for lunch recently. We swung by on a sleepy Monday afternoon and so glad we did. Our server was very kind, patient, and observant. She had a very keen sense of timing due to being very aware of what the diner needs next. She expertly stopped by at our table to refill drinks, ban chan, brought our orders, took away empty plates, any extra items I wanted, food containers, check, you name it, she had it on the ready. I never even had to say a word or look over to find her. GOLLY just with the immaculate timings of bringing EVERYTHING a diner needed without any wait or feeling rushed alone blew me away. I wish every servers at a dining place was like her. It elevates the dining experience so much and makes a huge difference. The seafood hot stone bibimbap had loads of different shellfish types of seafood in it. I found different clams and shrimps in every single bite of my food. Loved it!! The accompanying egg made for a mellower flavor when mixed in which I appreciated. And the kimchi omg. I could eat a whole bucket of it with just rice and be a happy camper. It was THAT good. All the ban chan made this a very filling meal and I can't believe it was only $15 due to its lunch price promotion. My mom thoroughly enjoyed her seafood soondubu jiggae and loved all the kimchi. We still talk about it some half a week later and hope to go back again before she flies home next week. Lastly, parking is ample and free in front of the restaurant. I hope to try their other menu items in the future also. This is a restaurant I wouldn't mind taking an hour drive from home, traffic or not, just to go eat there due to good service, good food, and late closing time. read more

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We came here on a weekday and ordered the katsu and gamja tang. Their portion is big, especially with the soup. We ordered the M size gamjatang which was for serving of 2 and had plenty of leaftovers, we had 2 more meals with it at home. Love both of the dishes we had. The soup flavor was very savory, love the perilla taste. The katsu was also good, very crispy. A few of the banchan like the radish kimchi tasted off though, like it was old. read more

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Food: 10/10 Service: 10/10 Ambiance: 10/10 This place is outstanding from start to finish. It is clean, spacious, and very comfortable, making it a great spot to enjoy a meal without feeling rushed or cramped. No idea why it didn't have a line o it the door but this is my second time going in the same week! The staff are truly some of the nicest people ever. They genuinely care about your experience and are on top of everything, great recommendations, quick refills, and always checking in without being intrusive. Service alone would make this place worth coming back to. But the real star of the show was the Soy Braised Pork Bone Stew with Vermicelli. Oh my goodness. Absolutely incredible. So flavorful, comforting, and satisfying. The portion was generous enough that I even had leftovers to take home. This is a must-try spot, and I'll definitely be back for more. read more

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Jomaru is a fairly new Korean hot pot place in Cerritos! My friend and I shared a medium Gamjatang and it was a large enough portion to fill us both and have leftovers. The broth was very flavorful and the meat fell right off the bone. I also loved the variety of the banchan. The staff was very kind as they helped us cut the meat and served our first bowls. read more

Jomaru Korean Hot Pot - Gamjatang - Korean Near Me - Cerritos, California

If you're a fan of gam ja tang, this place is a must try. Hands down, it was the best gam ja tang I've had. It had a deep, rich broth with tons of flavor and perfectly cooked pork that fell right off the bone. It's the kind of dish you keep thinking about after you leave. We also tried a variety of other dishes and were impressed across the board. The seolleongtang was amazing, clean yet deeply comforting, and clearly simmered with care. The mul-naengmyeon was refreshing and well-balanced, and the panjeon was nicely crisp without being greasy. The bossam was good overall, though a bit too lean for my personal taste, I prefer it slightly fattier, but still enjoyable. To top it off, the banchan was really good, fresh, flavorful, and generous. Overall, this spot really shines with its soups, especially the gam ja tang and seolleongtang. I'd absolutely come back, especially on a cold day when you want something hearty and satisfying. read more

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I've found my new fav Korean soup spot! Didn't realize that there's a jomaru in this plaza before. It's right next to meet fresh, with plaza parking. Very spacious, bright, clean, and opens late (midnight!!). Relaxing vibe, great service, and most importantly, their food was so hearty and tasty. Highly recommend the gamjatang and seafood pancake. Their side dishes were basic but with good variety. Highly recommend. read more

Jomaru Korean Hot Pot - Korean Near Me - Cerritos, California

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I wanted to like this place more but meh. It's more like 3.5 stars. We were all craving some Korean food and found this spot on Yelp. I came here with a group of 4 for lunch on a weekday. There was maybe one or two more parties inside while we were there. We got seated right away and were given their banchan. All of which were pretty good. For food we got their Pork bone stew, a seafood tofu soup, and a seafood pancake to share. I actually found everything to be very bland. The pork bone stew definitely needed more flavor. It came with some potatoes, lots of meat, and some veggies and mushrooms. We were all given rice with it. The seafood pancake came with some sauce so that was good. The tofu soup was decent. The portions were quite generous and we had left overs to take home. The one lady working though was really nice and made great recommendations. She was also good about telling us how to eat everything and came to fix the food up for us. Definitely very attentive. The inside of this place is casual but pretty large and great for large groups or smaller ones. They have a good variety on their menu and even have lunch specials and combo deals. If I did come back I would probably try something different. read more

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Jomaru is a chain based in Korea that has made its way to the states! They have quickly become my go-to Korean spot because they close much later than other spots (midnight) and every time I've been here, there's no wait for a table. Although they are well known for their Gamja tang hot pot, I have a very specific review of some other items. First, I'll start off with the best thing on the menu...the sullongtang! Yes, it's pretty weird to say because it's such an overlooked dish, but they have somehow surpassed all of my expectations. The broth has the DEEPEST flavor of any bone broth I've ever had. One sip and you'll know what I'm talking about; it's clear, yet has just enough fat to enhance depth. The brisket meat is extremely tender, which almost never happens when I order sullongtang. Seriously, this is some impressive broth. Next is the Bossam. I am so happy that they sell a half-order because it's the perfect amount to share between two people. The full size is perfect for a party, but not many restaurants offer a smaller one. It's not the best bossam I've had - it has a bit more "spice" than I'd prefer - I can't tell if it's cinnamon or something, but it has a sweetness to it that I'd prefer less of. Nonetheless, the bossam is tender and fatty as you'd expect. The soondubu haejangguk is a surprise. It's not your regular tofu soup - it's got a heavier, heartier flavor because of the added vegetables and meat. It's known for its hangover-curing qualities, and it's perfect for the winter. We've ordered the galbi and pork bulgogi in the past - it's decent enough, but I'd only order if you had a large group and wanted to try more things. Overall, at this point I literally come back just for the sullongtang and the bossam. I think about the broth every single week. read more

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If you're craving authentic Korean comfort food, Jomaru is a must-try! They specialize in gamjatang (pork bone potato soup) and other rich, hearty stews that taste just like the real deal. They've been in this location for about a year (maybe a little less), and I've already ordered takeout from them at least six times. The portions are generous, the prices are fair, and the flavors are chef's kiss--definitely among the best in town. The staff are always welcoming, and the atmosphere is casual, comfortable, and never too loud--perfect for hanging out with friends, coworkers, or family. Whether you're dining in or grabbing it to go, you can't go wrong here. Do yourself a favor: check out their menu and treat yourself! read more

Jomaru Korean Hot Pot - July special -dine in- great combo for 2 adults - Korean Near Me - Cerritos, California

Came here with a friend who wanted soontofu and we ended up here. Since another friend couldn't make it, we opted for the Gamjatang for two. This pork bone soup is that they're known for, but quite honestly I was going to order the lunch special since someone here had mentioned it. We came on a weekday and it wasn't Friday but I did not see it on our table. So, the soup it is. I do dig the simplicity of the banchan. I think they had the summer kimchi (yeolmu) but I don't quite remember. It wasn't fermented like your usual kimchi and I liked it for the lightness. Other banchan include rice cake, pickles but was hoping for potato salad or something sweet for contrast. Also came with 2 bowls of white rice. The soup sits on top of a single gas burner. A nice presentation and with lots of depth, it was delicious but I didn't think our soup had enough bone/meat together. Service wise it was good, we were offered extra soup to dump into the leftovers taken Togo. I never knew this place existed next to meet fresh and close to sharetea. Oh, I just realized this was previously Pot on Fire. Let's just say POF sucked and this is a nice replacement. Will hopefully see if they have lunch specials, I would come back for that. read more

Jomaru Korean Hot Pot - Pork bone broth - Korean Near Me - Cerritos, California

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Sooooo good! We went to meet fresh and saw this place next door. Looked good so we went back the next day to try it out. We were here on Labor Day at around 12pm and the place was pretty empty. There were only 1-2 tables there. They had a pretty big menu. I'm usually not the biggest fan of Gam Ja Tang but seemed like everyone ordered it so we decided to try it. Surprisingly, it was really good! The broth was light but flavorful. The meat was fall off the bone tender. The dipping sauce they give you for the meat was super good as well. We also ordered the Dogani platter. It had like beef tongue, tendon, and other types of meat in a seoulleongtang type of broth. The broth was light and refreshing. This was simple but so yummy! There was only one server for the whole restaurant but she was very accommodating. Got us everything we needed and refilled our banchans! I would definitely come back and try their other dishes! read more

Jomaru Korean Hot Pot - Korean Near Me - Cerritos, California

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Service was amazing here! The staff would come check in on us and even helped us cut the meat from the Gamjatang and distribute it ti everyone! I really appreciated that the potatoes were cut thinly unlike other places! They have an interesting honey mustard-like sauce to dip your meat in. I could go without it but nice that they have condiments and perilla seed as well. Definitely recommend the Gamjatang The Banchan was delicious too. My party and I devoured a lot of the food and did have to take some to-go. I shared the smaller gamjatang size with someone and the other person got their own bulgogi and tofu soup combo. I think the gamjatang could have easily fed 3 people and not 2. It says feeds 2 but with all banchan and rice, I'd say it can feed 3, leave you room for dessert so you can go to Meet Fresh next door! Parking was not bad because it's in a big plaza. read more

Came back again and this time ordered the bossam soondubu combo and the soy pork with vermicelli. The bossam soondubu combo was so good. The (small) bossam was by no means small and was SO delicious. The meat was warm and it went perfectly with the slightly sweet radish kimchi and the lightly pickled cabbage leaves. The soondubu was also super delicious as it uses the same broth and meat as their other specialty dish. The soy pork with vermicelli was ok. It was swimming in sauce and was a bit salty. The pieces of meat were huge though but i would probably stick to ordering something else next time. The service was great as usual. read more

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Finally got a chance to try Jomaru Korean Hot Pot after eyeing it after many trips to Meet Fresh next door. I went for a Friday lunch, so it was fairly empty. I should have gone on a Monday through Thursday lunch between 11AM-3PM when they have $13 lunch specials! The interior is bright and modern, and service was excellent. My waitress took the time to explain all of the sauces as well as the items on the table. Since I was dining alone, I ordered the individually portioned Hae Jang Guk. It is basically a personal size version of the Gam Ja Tang (pork back bone soup) that the restaurant is famous for. There are also some other things on the menu. The banchan were fresh tasting and consisted of cabbage and radish kimchi, potatoes, and sliced fish cake. The steamed white rice was fluffy and warm. The soup was very flavorful and hot and came with three generous pieces of backbone with a decent amount of meat. I left very full and satisfied, and even without the lunch special pricing it was only a little over $20 after tip. Highly recommend! read more

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Plenty of seating and clean interior! Got seated immediately on a Saturday for dinner and truly enjoyed their friendly service and Dogani platter which was perfect to share for 2-3 people. For $40 it came with veggies, enoki mushroom, beef tongue, beef tendon (although not much) and beef brisket. The beef soup was hearty with lots of garlic and the meat was great. They have unlimited refills on their delicious side dishes including kimchi, potato chunks, pickled radish, and fish tofu. Delicious, hearty, and a great price- will be back ! :) read more

Jomaru Korean Hot Pot - Dogani platter : beef broth soup, beef tongue, beef brisket - Korean Near Me - Cerritos, California

I'd give it a 9/10 but will round up :)) It's a decently sized restaurant, but was pretty empty around 9:45 pm due to being a newer place. They had plenty of tables with booth seats and the restaurant was pretty clean. We ordered the Gam Ja Tang hot pot, a delicious spicy pork bone broth soup in a metal mini pot served over a burner at our table. The soup came with potato pasta, potato slices, enoki mushroom, baby napa cabbage, green onion, and red chilis. Although it has red peppers and "spicy" in the name, the soup wasn't that spicy. In regard to portion sizes, I'd say the hot pot could feed about 2-4 people, depending on how much you guys eat. Honestly, the soup made the two of us absolutely stuffed and we should have just taken some home lol. It was pretty good, but I didn't particularly care for the potato pasta because I am naturally carb-adverse. My boyfriend, on the other hand, is a carb-lover and greatly enjoyed the pasta. It also came with a generous serving of the pork bone meat in the soup. We also ordered the fried rice that they mix in with the chilis in the pot at the end, but we were definitely way too full to finish that by then. The rice ended up being packed to-go. Everything also came with some pretty good banchan. Would come back! read more

Jomaru Korean Hot Pot - Gam-Ja-Tang (spicy pork bone soup in hot pot) scooped into a smaller, personal bowl. - Korean Near Me - Cerritos, California

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This place is pretty famous in Korea, and I've actually been to the one there before. Tonight, I came with my family for dinner. Honestly, compared to other gamjatang I've had, the flavor didn't stand out as anything special. The interior was clean and the service was friendly, so overall it was a pleasant visit. read more

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Korean style restaurant. Great service and great food. We recommend Galbi very big portions better than other places only $30 and brisket soup only $15 lunch special . We enjoyed a variety of their side order , forgot to take pic. Come back for sure. read more

Jomaru Korean Hot Pot - Brisket soup - Korean Near Me - Cerritos, California

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I don't frequent Cerritos often but my mom likes to visit the Los Cerritos Center every once in a while to check out Zara. The closest Zara for us before Brea Mall's recent opening has always been in the heart of Cerritos. Anyways, I was looking for a good Asian restaurant in the area and found Jomaru Korean Hot Pot! We arrived shortly after opening around 11:30 AM on a random Monday morning a month ago and was hesitant at first to dine-in because it seemed very busy with only one server available. We were seated right away and was brought our waters. There was a party of about 8 to 10 people come in ahead of us so it took a little longer to get our order in but that was no problem at all. Here's what we ordered: **Ojingeo Bokkeum (Spicy stir-fried squid): The squid itself was on the squishier end because it probably sat around for a little bit but the sauce was delicious! The amount of other toppings including fish cake and an abundant amount of vegetables were the star of the dish including the sauce. At the end of the day, I didn't mind the slightly soggy squid because everything else was great! Portions were big enough that we were about to eat a good portion and still took a big chunk home. (4.5/5) **Dolsot Bibimbap (Bibimbap in hot stone bowl): This was our favorite dish out of the two. After many failed restaurant visits with dolsot bibimbaps, this one blew everything out of the water. I've had better but this was way above average. Super delicious and very fresh. (5/5) The banchan here was great! One of the best array of banchan dishes we've had in the area. Although there was only one server, you could tell she was well composed and in the zone. Didn't get her name but she was helping out many tables all by herself and got everything done in a very timely manner. We had no problem asking for more banchan, to-go boxes, and our check. If you're in the area, I recommend Jomaru Korean Hot Pot. 100% delicious, spectacular service, and affordable prices with huge portions! read more

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It was a lovely visit. The lady seated us right away and gave us the menu. The side dishes were nice. My favorite is the potato, I asked for a refill on that. The soon tofu soups were delicious, just like how I remember it tasted. The steam egg was flavorful, I can taste the sesame oil on it, nice seasoning choice. It's a chill, nice, and bright environment, the server respond to you fast. Deserves a visit. read more

Jomaru Korean Hot Pot - Korean Near Me - Cerritos, California

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I love this place for their banchan, bossam, and spicy pork bone soup, but I always feel like this place is understaffed. It always takes so long to order or get your food, so don't come here when you're in a rush or hangry. Our steam egg was burnt so I wouldn't recommend that. The spicy pork bone soup is the most flavorful I've ever tried and I love the little potato chewy dough in it (tastes like little rice cakes). This restaurant is big enough to seat large parties so that's a plus. read more

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We've been here a few times and it's pretty good. The pork soup is hearty and full of flavor. The large portion is good for sharing but we've usually ordered singles. It's odd that you have to pay for rice. I don't know how you would eat the soup without rice. The pork belly is solid. I love the sesame leaf that comes with it to wrap along with the spicy radish. The katsu portion is large -- light and crispy and this does come with a scoop of rice without an additional fee. The "pancake" is simple but filling. I wish it had more scallion like my mom's but nonetheless good. Tteokbokki is a good size for "mini". The sauce is a bit thinner than I like and it is really spicy. The side dish variety is nice and the service is friendly. Other than having to pay for rice it's a nice family friendly spot for Korean food. read more

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Great food, very tasty, friendly service and comfy seats Highly recommend eggs and oxtail soup read more

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Jomaru Korean Hot Pot in Cerritos is known for its authentic Korean stews, particularly its signature Gamjatang, a spicy pork bone soup. However, a standout dish that might rival even Galbi Jjim is their Soy Braised Pork Bone Stew (Gan-Jang Ppyeo Jjim). This dish features pork bones simmered in a savory soy-based sauce, accompanied by rice cakes, king oyster mushrooms, carrots, jalapeños, potatoes, glass noodles, corn, green onions, and sesame seeds. The slow braising process allows the flavors to develop deeply, creating a rich and comforting dish with tender, fall-off-the-bone meat. Some diners prefer it over the more common Galbi Jjim due to its unique balance of umami and spice. Jomaru is also praised for its flavorful broths and unlimited side dishes, making it a great spot for those craving traditional Korean comfort food. Service is helpful and ambiance is spacious. For a visual review: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DH48ufRRXuB/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== read more

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Good soup! The knife cut seafood soup has generous amount of seafood, the shrimp was clean & juicy, and the soup base is flavorful but not overwhelming. A must if you like seafood. Their gam ja tang also comes with generous portion of meat & not sure what more I need to say besides that it's delicious!! Spicy pork bulgogi was a little bit on the dryer side but still good - was not too spicy. Banchan were all a hit!! Love the kimchi here. Overall 5/5. Customer service was also top notch and friendly. Great spot if you're in the mood for some Korean soup - they also offer lunch specials on weekdays :) read more

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If you love hot pot, you gotta check out Jomaru in Cerritos! Jomaru is best known for their gamjatang Their gamjatang was seriously so good! It's filled with tender pieces of pork, potatoes, and veggies. What makes this spot unique is they add perilla seed flour on top and also provide you with a mustard dipping sauce (almost similar to wasabi) for your meat which totally takes the flavor profile up a notch! At the end of your meal, they make kimchi fried rice from your leftovers and you can even add cheese. Not sure what they put in their kimchi fried rice.. but it was hands down one of the best we've tried! Their banchan is also delicious and are freshly made in-house. read more

Jomaru Korean Hot Pot - Korean Near Me - Cerritos, California

If comfort food had a Korean grandma, it would live at Jomaru. This place is gamjatang heaven--hot, cozy, and so tender the pork basically gave up and jumped off the bone on its own. We got the share pot "for two," but honestly, it could've fed a small village. We waddled out with leftovers for days. The banchan game? Strong. They keep refilling it like they want you to stay forever. (Mission accomplished.) Shoutout to the absolute sweetest lady who helped cook our food in the pot like we were her long-lost kids--then boxed it all up for us like she knew we'd never do it ourselves. 10/10 mom energy. There's plenty of parking (hallelujah), the place is clean and cute, and the prices are so good I checked twice to make sure I wasn't dreaming. Truly a glorious addition to the neighborhood--catch me here every time I need a food hug. read more

Jomaru Korean Hot Pot - Korean Near Me - Cerritos, California

I'm so excited that Cerritos now has a Korean hot pot (jung geol) for spicy pork bone & potato soup or Gamjatang! It's in the Sprouts Market plaza and located next to the Old Ferry Donuts. When I entered the restaurant, we were greeted by staff and were able to sit anywhere we'd like. I loved how spacious the restaurant was, and they played current & trendy k-pop music. Now to the star of the show: the Gamjatang comes in either Medium, which is 2 servings, or Large, which is 3 servings. I ordered the Medium Gamjatang and added extra pork ribs, rice cake, seasoned napa cabbage, and perilla leaves - and my goodness - the broth was so deep and rich in flavor (perfectly spiced), the meat was so tender it would just fall off the bone, and the fixings rounded out the hot pot by giving different texture and flavor. The staff set up the hot pot and also offered to sprinkle sesame seeds to give it more fragrance and flavor. I highly recommend adding the sesame seeds in the broth! Throughout the meal, staff would regularly check up and ask if we needed anything to make the hot pot experience enjoyable. I also ordered the small broiled pork slices (bossam) and seafood pancake. These dishes were great additions, but not as memorable as the hot pot. Before I finish the Gamjatang in its entirety, I always save room and some meat for the fried rice, so I did just that! The staff stirred in rice and the leftover meat and fixings, and sprinkled seaweed on top. It was a great way to finish the meal--highly recommend! I'm definitely going to come back for the Gamjatang, and I'd like to try the Soy Braised Pork Bone Stew with Vermicelli next time! read more

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My mom mentioned this is a chain restaurant straight from Korea. They specialize in gamjatang (pork bone soup), but have other dishes you can order such as kimbap, bibimbap, tofu soup, seafood pancake, noodles etc. This restaurant took over Pot on Fire & Tea Bar located right next door to Meet Fresh. The name "hot pot" may be a bit misleading for those who are not familiar with Korean pork bone soup/stew, but I guess they decided to use "hot pot" in their restaurant name since their soups technically do come out in a pot that is cooked at the table -- along with various add-on sides you can order to cook in the soup. We came here around lunch, and the place had 3 other tables before us. As we ordered and waited, more people kept trickling in for both sit down and takeout. When we realized we never got chopsticks for the banchan, our server apologetically mentioned she missed giving us chopsticks since they have not been very busy at this time of the day. There were only two staff on the floor, so it was understandab and maybe this is a sign that the restaurant will do well? I hope so! Service and food were all good. The prices also seemed competitive esp. with today's inflation costs (except for japchae. Japchae was $20, which no Korean in their right mind would order. Tbh, I've seen other new Korean spots pricing japchae similar to this too. Just know this is way overpriced, anywhere! Lol.) They also sell soju and rice wine, which seems to be the custom in Korea to enjoy alcoholic beverages alongside the pork broth soup...at any time of the day. Haha. I would like to come back to try some of their other menu items, though I wouldn't mind getting the same seafood dolsot bibimbap again. Lastly, it's not very clear, but the yellow sauce on every table is their special soy sauce that you're supposed to dip the meat in. The soy sauce does have a bit of a kick since they added yellow mustard (gyeoja) which is kind of like Wasabi. They are open daily from 11am-10pm. read more

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CHECK YOUR FOOD. IT COULD BE DANGEROUS. I have a child and at their age eating spicy food is a bit difficult. So we ordered the tonkatsu. There was a bristle from a stainless steel scrubber. Either fried right into the katsu or the residual heat from the resting rack. This dish was meant for a kid, so you can imagine the concern around that. I brought it to the staff's attention and reordered, hoping it was just a one-off mistake. Notably, there was no effort to comp the dish or really acknowledge how serious it was. Unfortunately, the second attempt wasn't any better. This time, there were eggshells mixed into the batter. I could literally see it when I peeled the batter away. Maybe they were going for extra crunch, but I don't think that's the texture anyone's looking for. At that point, I decided to play it safe and avoid it, so I ordered fish instead. But it tasted off, like it wasn't fresh. In hindsight, maybe ordering fish at a place known for gamjatang wasn't the smartest move.So that's on me. The gamjatang and the fried rice itself were fine. But overall, between the repeated food quality issues and the lack of accountability or service recovery, it's hard to justify coming back. read more

Jomaru Korean Hot Pot - See the steel fiber or bristle? - Korean Near Me - Cerritos, California

This was the first time I've tried Korean Hot Pot, and it definitely won't be my last. There's a few versions of Hot Pot to choose from but I went with what they're most known for, the Gam Ja Tung. The broth is rich and hearty and it's packed with a lot! The portions are shareable and very filling. I also tried their Galbi combo which came out tender and not over cooked. It also comes with a tasty spicy tofu soup. Also I recommend trying their kimbap The service was very friendly and they were very helpful with breakdown what to order and some useful tips on how to eat the pork bones. The restaurant is located in an outdoor shopping area with various restaurants and store fronts. read more

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