My friends and I came here on a Sunday night after having Korean barbecue because we were still craving a small drink and a yummy dessert! We were recommended to go try Joo Pocha - and heard that the vibes and food were great! Upon arriving around 10 PM, we were seated at an outdoor patio area! The outer patio is so cute and it is worth mentioning that it is a great photo opp! The patio is decorated with beautiful fairy lights and it feels like you're in a fairytale k drama! Because we just had Korean barbecue, we were looking for something small and light. We ordered the cereal fruit platter (which was absolutely delicious and refreshing) and a yogurt soju! I definitely want to come back to try the other foods when I am not so full, looking around many people ordered a lot of delicious smelling dishes, and I would love to come back to try! In regards to service, our servers were wonderful and always made sure that we were attended to! read more

I've been to this restaurant many times before, but this recent visit completely changed my opinion. The biggest issue was the valet parking. They really need to be much clearer about how it works. When we arrived, they told us to park the car ourselves instead of having the valet do it. Naturally, we assumed that if we self-parked, there wouldn't be a valet fee since they never parked the car for us or explained otherwise. After we finished eating, there was a white car blocking us from leaving, so we politely asked if they could move it. Instead of simply helping us, the first thing they asked was whether we had paid for valet. We explained that we hadn't because we parked the car ourselves. Their immediate response was, "You don't have money to pay?" That comment was incredibly rude and unprofessional. Do we look like we can't afford to pay? The issue was never about the money--it was about the lack of communication and the disrespectful attitude. If the valet service has a fee even when customers self-park, that should be explained clearly from the beginning. This is not how you treat loyal customers. I've visited this restaurant many times, but after this experience, I don't think I'll be coming back. read more

Joo Pocha - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Very chill place! We had a large party so we were seated outisde, it's definitely very pocha here. I feel like it's not the most cleanest, but it's very chill / street vibe haha. Food here was pretty decent as well. I would say that their restrooms are kinda gross. The women's restroom is tight, no proper toilet paper holder (so it just stands on top of the toilet), the wallpaper is falling apart, floor is wet, it's lowkey kinda gross lol. Theres a waiter that would take our orders, but he doesn't write them down, so he would not get our entire order? Also it is Valet Parking only, which is $4 in their small lot. We ordered several things, kimchi fried rice, mala tteokbokki pasta, popcorn chicken, fries, cheese chicken. The mala tteokokki, kimchi fried rice, and the cheese chicken were all pretty good! The seasoned fries were kinda salty, and the popcorn chicken was the most disappointing one bc there was barely any chicken chunks to it. So our friend mainly wanted to go here bc it's attached to their own Karaoke rooms. Which the Karaoke part is very smart for their restaurant set up! This we had no problem with, definitely a lot cleaner and private. I would say the system is a bit wonky at times, like you can't really queue up the music properly or you have to click a certain buttons in order to queue the music.... Overall, it's a chill place for nice vibes. Definitely a good place to gather with your friends and karaoke. Food can be a hit or a miss, but I would say this place is just for vibes haha. read more

Joo Pocha - Kimchi Fried Rice - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This place is your typical solid pocha in Koreatown with really cozy outdoor seating. Service + food is as expected, and pricing is reasonable. Another nice perk is that they have on-site parking , however street parking is relatively doable. However, what makes them stand out compared to other spots is that they have karaoke rooms! You're going to regret not making that a part of your night out. read more

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Really bad. The chicken and cheese was bland and had no veggies. The workers must have been drunk. It is a suppose to be a stir fry but there was so much broth and it was sooooo watery watery . read more

I wanted to meet with some of my friends in Koreatown for karaoke and dinner. One of my friends suggested going to Joo Pocha which has food as well as karaoke as a complete package. Joo Pocha is both a semi outdoor, semi indoor restaurant, as well as a karaoke lounge. We reserved a karaoke room and also got dinner there. I arrived fairly early to our reservation. The dining area is in a tent with heat lamps, but fortunately the karaoke rooms themselves are fully indoors. The staff are nice, and the food came out at a reasonable pace. The food at karaoke establishments tends to be a bit on the pricier side. We ended up getting nurungji, rabokki, and buldak chicken, as well as some fried chicken wings. The nurungji, which was a seafood stew with crispy rice, was the highlight of my meal. It was a bit challenging for me to eat there as every dish we got was spicy. So there was a lot of spice and not much to balance the spiciness. But the rabokki was good and the spicy chicken with cheese was good. I couldn't eat too much though because I don't have the best spice tolerance. Nonetheless, the food was solid and it was a fun place to do karaoke. read more

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Visiting K town from out of state- as it was past stomping grounds back in the day. I was craving for some soul food and soju at pocha/ pojangmacha (outside tented bar, traditionally on the wheel but it evolved to just big tent) Joo pocha was just the right place! Venue: sever outside booth inside the tent. Pretty spacious. They have norebang/ karaoke too which is a perfect combination just in case you want to extend the fun. Food: well I only tried clam soup as it is one of the signature food with soju. Since I had dinner right before coming here, I just needed something light. The soup was very clean- traditional - spicy (black pepper), savory. You can eat it with rice or just as a chaser for soju. A table next to me was eating kbbq which I want to try next time. Service: servers were super nice and very eager to help. Price: just right. Would recommend for food and drinks. Traditional Korean bar food/ kbbq read more

Joo Pocha - Clam Soup My favorite with soju - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Too many good things to say about this place. I celebrated my thirtieth birthday here with 15 friends in the party room and the service was AMAZING and omg the food exceeded everyone's expectations! I got to decorate and they even gave me glow sticks and another end of night goodie. We didn't know this till later but they even had an outside dinner table prepared for us aside from the party room ($100 an hour no food minimum) super easy to book over the phone and they don't charge you for a cake either. The only suggestions I have is that they only offered water bottles for the party and not water pitchers so we had to pay for those. I am so glad I celebrated here, I was almost going to do "the venue" but this spot was amazing. There is a parking lot in the rear but there wasn't many spots available at the time so we just paid $4 for the validation. There was good song options, figuring out the keypad was a small learning curve but we got it down. If you're considering Joo pocha to host your party, do it!! I was hesitant because there wasn't much information for group parties on Yelp, but my whole group and myself were very impressed! read more

Joo Pocha - Death to my thirties - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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The staff here were absolutely fantastic. Each and every employee were super helpful and made our birthday party celebration an absolute blast!!! The ambiance was spectacular. The manager decorated the room with balloons banners and other festivities to make the karaoke room even more special! The food was 10/10. The fried chicken was cooked to perfection and the soups and ramen were well spiced. Beware, the portion sizes are HUGE. Highly HIGHLY recommend you visit this spot! Best part, the valet parking was only $4 for all night! read more

Joo Pocha - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Food is so yummy!! I love coming here with friends and doing karaoke. AC is included in the rooms so it's not too stuffy either. Definitely come here for a good time! read more

Joo Pocha - creamy mala tteokbokki - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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this is honestly my first time doing karaoke in ktown and i loved it so much! they have such a good variety of songs even though it's a bit confusing to figure out how to navigate the controller board thing, and they also didn't have an updated book of songs yet. we spent two hours here singing korean, japanese, and english songs - i genuinely was surprised that a lot of the songs we were looking for were there. the drinks are really expensive but i tried the apricot saero for the first time and it's easily my favorite. our room had a random concrete divider in the middle of the couch, so we kinda felt separated from our group LOL and one person couldnt even see the screen bc the way the room was structured, but it was overall a really good time!! you could ring the button on the wall if you needed assistance and the staff were generally helpful. there was limited parking here and it was valet. there was also a nice fireplace outside which was perfect for the cold weather. i loved the lighting inside the rooms and out in the eating area. read more

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I've come to Joo Pocha for their karaoke and haven't tried their food yet, but it always smells so good and is always busy. The karaoke is first come first served, no reservations. A small room (up to 4) is $44 an hour (such a great deal for K-Town). The soju and pitchers are decently priced as well. The song selection is decent, but the remote control takes some getting used to. There's a "guide" that they have that takes some getting used to, but considering the price, it's manageable. The parking is sometimes a struggle (they have valet but it gets super filled so street parking is your best bet.) It's a bit hard to find if it's your first time, it's not at the KBBQ, it's behind the KBBQ, so don't park in that lot lol... 10/10 would recommend! read more

This is one of my go-to bars, and it never disappoints. The food is consistently delicious, making it a great spot not just for drinks but also for a proper meal.The highballs are the highlight here .perfectly balanced and incredibly smooth. They're honestly a standout and a must-try. If you're someone who truly enjoys well-made drinks, especially highballs, this place will not disappoint.Overall, it's an excellent spot for drink lovers who appreciate good food, quality cocktails, and a well-executed bar experience. read more

Joo Pocha - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

We had sooooo much fun! This place has private karaoke rooms and they are fabulous! Food was bomb Drinks were yummy! Loved the peach soju! They also have hot pot, if you just want to come eat and not use the karaoke rooms. Very nice staff! Entrance is in the back. They have valet parking for only $4. Your car will be safe! Definitely recommend this spot, check it out! read more

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Joo pocha is the new "it" pocha. I love how their concept is outdoors and every single item on their menu is so delicious. The service is pretty decent as well and the vibes are immaculate, literally the perfect combination for drinking. This is my new favorite go to place! Will be back! read more

Joo Pocha - seafood cream pasta - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Food and ambience is great! Lots of fun to go in big grps so definitely consider. They also have kbbq

Fantastic service and better than expected food. Alot of karaoke rooms too. I thought the pork was too thin for me, but that's ok because it's really just a preference here. I would just get the thicker cut personally. Alot of people come at like 730ish so if you get here when they open, you can get the package and time pretty set. read more

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I had such a fun time at Joopocha. The staff are incredibly nice like, genuinely some of the friendliest people I've come across. Super fast, super accommodating, and always checking in to make sure everything is good. That kind of energy made the whole vibe feel warm. The pocha atmosphere was casual, fun, and perfect for a night of drinking and hanging out. And the karaoke setup in the back was so nice. It was clean, simple, and so fun to head in there after a few drinks. Prices were reasonable too. Overall, it was one of the best pocha-style nights I've had in a while. The food wasn't amazing, but I honestly didn't care because the staff and the vibe totally made up for it. I'd definitely go back just for the atmosphere and service. read more

Joo Pocha - sausage ricecake skewers - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Our family of 11 met for karaoke and then had dinner in there outside patio. The room was perfect for our group. The Karaoke rooms are indoors and the restaurant is outside in a tent with heat lamps. The staff was very accommodating. Organizing songs was very easy and there were 2 microphones. We brought along some party props which increased the fun. We initially thought we would eat while doing karaoke, but immediately realized this would be difficult. We had drinks during karaoke and then had dinner after on their patio after we finished. The food was delicious and I recommend to others looking for Korean BBQ. We had the Army Soup, Clam Soup, kimchi rice, chicken kabobs, asparagus kabobs, and pork belly both thin and thick. The price was also reasonable. My first time having soju, it was delicious. Unfortunately I did not get pictures of the food. read more

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First time going and I had an amazing experience, good service and quality of food. We did the bbq with the frozen pork belly and since we didn't really know what we were doing we got some help with very friendly and outgoing staff even gave up tips on how to enhance our food.We went for a late dinner and it was what we definitely needed after a night of drinking will come back.They did have parking in the back also it's nice you have 2 options to exit which was helpful since we were ubering.We wanna come back with friends and try the karaoke (: recommend a nice place to hangout while painting the town red or just a place to eat. read more

Joo Pocha - Frozen pork belly - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

We came to Joo Pocha over the holiday weekend and honestly had a great time. It was all our first time going. The vibe was fun, festive decorations, and an overall atmosphere that makes you want to stay and hang out. Service was quick and really attentive. We grabbed food first in the dining area and everything was solid: the fries were amazing, the chicken wings were crispy, and the chicken skin skewers were a nice surprise. All the dishes paired well and set the tone for the night. After dinner, we moved over to the karaoke rooms. Everyone enjoyed for the most part, and again, service was quick and friendly. The only caveat was the karaoke machine not keeping score. It felt like the staff already knew about the issue but didn't mention it until we brought it up. They acknowledged the situation, but nothing was done, and it seems like it might be a recurring problem. Part of the entire karaoke experience is to see your performance and having your friends cheer you on. Bummer. It would've been better if the staff had notified us in advance. For some people the scoring adds a fun competitive element to Karaoke, so it was a little disappointing we didn't get to experience it. Aside from that, Joo Pocha was enjoyable if you're wanting to hang out in K-town. read more

I love how cozy and comforting this place is!! Besides the food being so freaking good, I got to catch a Dodger's game while being served. It was such a fun double date night because we had it here. If you like spicy, you HAVE to get the octopus plate. It comes in a sauce that reminds me of the buldak 2x sauce, but it went so well with the baby octopus because it wasn't fishy at all. I loved wrapping it in the perilla leaves with sesame steamed bean sprouts and pickled daikon it came with as well! We also ordered the army stew (which is like ramyeon, but on crack) and it did not disappoint!!! The broth was so flavorful and I loved that the servers were so attentive in refilling our broth as it sizzled away through the time we were eating it. I would skip the sirloin pancake and the grilled chicken gizzard skewer, but I'm an optimist and maybe that just wasn't a day for those! Overall, I love it here and they even have karaoke rooms available to rent after you drive up your liquid courage! Lol!! read more

Delicious korean food, really great for big groups! Spicy chicken with cheese, spice level 2 (out of 3): good flavor, a bit too much oil, but overall yummy. Popcorn chicken with green onion: delicious and crispy! Comes with a sweet wasabi sauce, not my thing but a nice balance of flavor. Recommend. Seafood pancake: SO GOOD. Highly recommend. Just a solid batter and well cooked seafood, great flavor and sauce. Kimchi Fried rice with cheese: really yummy! The cheese compliments it super well too. Recommend. The service was really good, really kind waiters and fast service. Gave me extra rice for free, provided aprons when they saw we needed it, took out trash immediately, just really attentive. All outdoor seating with fairy lights and some fans at your table for the summer heat. They have sports playing on a projector, a welcoming vibe, and upbeat music playing. read more

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Joo pocha is awesome! The karaoke and food is great and definitely get the pasta! The service is very fast as well. The lights on the table are cool af too. read more

This place is horrible. Are these all paid fake reviews? Service is an absolute mess and environment is way too loud. Literally can't hear my friend yelling in my ear and staff refuses to lower it to a sensible level. What is this? High school? read more

Looking for your next k-town favorite? Joo Pocha has it all! Their outdoor patio is the perfect spot to eat and drink all your pocha faves. And the best part? You can head inside afterwards to their private karaoke rooms and belt out your go-to karaoke song. Must-try dishes: their flavorful army stew and cheesy kimchi fried rice. Everything we tried: --Skewer Platter (chef's choice of a variety of skewers) --Popcorn Chicken w/ Onions --Fried Shrimp --Army Stew --Spicy Pork Belly --Kimchi Fried Rice w/ Cheese read more

We came here to celebrate my friend's birthday cause she really enjoys Karaoke and Korean food. We started out by having dinner at the outdoor patio area because it was easier to eat at the table than inside the karaoke room even though the waiter also gave us options to eat inside. We ordered Army Stew, Spicy Chicken, and Tonkatsu. Since the food portion here was generous, we were able to share them among 4 of us and it was pretty filling. We all really loved the Army Stew and Tokatsu. After dinner, we moved inside to the Karaoke room and stayed for 2hours there. We also ordered some beers and flavored soju for some awesome soju bomb. The karaoke machine and remote are all in Korean, but the waitress gave us a written instructions in English to help us navigate it. We were able to find all the song we were looking for without any problems. There are plenty of parking spots right outside of the patio dining area. Overall, everyone had a good time! read more

Joo Pocha - Spicy Sausage Stew (Army Stew) - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Our favorite Korean food restaurant! Me and my friends, family and my dog , we love Joopocha! Delicious food, fast service! We've been coming here for years they always take good care of us! Definitely recommend! ( try the kimchi fried rice and pork belly ) read more

Joo Pocha - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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A friend recommended this place for Karaoke. At first when we arrived, I thought this place seems a bit run-down. There is a parking lot right in front and you walk over to the dining space, which is outdoor but with a tent. I must say that atmosphere was lacking for me. We ordered drinks and a few dishes and after we ate, we moved to a private room for karaoke. The table inside the karaoke room lights up, which is a nice touch. The karaoke system is in Korean and thanks to my friends, we were able to navigate the system. Women restroom is quiet small so be careful when you open the door. You can actually hit someone! Staffs are friendly and helpful. Overall we had a great time! read more

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First and foremost, they are dog friendly here since the food spot is kind of outside. I love it! I came here before for their karaoke room, all my friends including me had a great time. Plus the price is reasonable. This time I wanna come back for their food! We ordered: - Scroched Rice Soup - it's packed with flavors and lots of ingredients along with crispy rice. I'm surprised how tasty it is. - Popcorn Chicken with Green Onions - well fried chicken and comes with green onions, Mac salad, and honey mustard. They pair really well together. - Spicy Whelk Noodles - My first time trying this and I'm impressed by this. Noodle is well cooked and mix in the spicy octopus and veggie then bam deliciousness. It's a cold noodle dish. Service was excellent! They even offer a dog treat for my friend's doggy when we first got seated. A dog meal is $7.99. I'll have to bring my doggies back here! We also enjoyed their little banana milk. Pls add me if you like my vibe! Here's my IG Imjennime read more

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Service was great! Very friendly and attentive. Sat in covered 'parking lot' (you can see the paint lines) as they are dog friendly.Ambiance was fun, small white lights, bamboo partitions . Scorched Rice soup was great, however ....grossly overcharge $5 for 1 chicken skewer, 4 pieces of meat,, thickness of your pinky finger! Rip off. Charged $2.00 for a small bowl of rice, which did not tell us it was extra, and worse, food cost us like 10cents. Not going back as so many other places to try. read more

Joo Pocha - Small bowl of rice. - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Such a great deal for affordable karaoke! It was just a bit loud when we entered and you can't really adjust the speaker volumes yourself. Had a lot of pop music which was perfect for us. I barely remember the food, but the seafood pancake definitely stood out. Wished they had more alcohol options (they only had 2 soju flavors here). The fairy light patio tent was also super cute, I wouldn't mind coming back for normal dinner either. read more

Joo Pocha - The Ultimate KBBQ + Karaoke Spot! If you're looking for a fun, authentic Korean night out, Joo Pocha is THE place to be! Located in LA's K-town, this spot serves up delicious Korean comfort food AND has an NRB (karaoke) right next door--so you can eat, drink, and sing your heart out all in one place! What we had: NEW Thinly-Sliced Frozen Pork Belly - A Korean favorite that's trending right now! Pro tip: Since it's super thin, cook it slowly on medium heat to get the perfect crispy bite! Spicy Stir-Fried Baby Octopus - My favorite dish of the night! It's insanely spicy--I got the hottest level, and even my spice-loving friend struggled with Level 2. Adjust your heat level accordingly! Why You Should Check It Out: Authentic Korean pocha vibes - It truly feels like a night out in Seoul! NRB (karaoke) is connected - No need to move to another location after dinner! Great spot for groups - Food, drinks, and karaoke? A perfect combo for a fun night! Overall Rating: 9/10 Must-Try: Spicy Stir-Fried Baby Octopus & Thinly-Sliced Pork Belly Parking: Free lot in the back (also the entrance!) Would I go again? 100% YES. Whether you're craving delicious Korean bar food or looking for a one-stop spot for dinner + karaoke, Joo Pocha is a must-visit! read more

Joo Pocha - Spicy stir fried baby octopus - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This is my 2nd time visited this place. The food was so good, and they have all kind of great ANJU for drinks. The service was really good and very friendly as well. The great ambiance and good vibes. The microphone quality is another level, and all the equipment seem new and nice. I will definitely re-visit this place sometime soon again. Keep up with good work for continue to be good place. Thank you. read more

Joo Pocha - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

First time trying and was a pleasant experience with great food and drinks but staff were so attentive and helpful....Making this a wonderful evening with friends!! Can't fo wrong with a spot that has Korean outdoor pocha plus the convenience of a karaoke inside!! lol!! LFG!! Dangerous!! FYI front entrance street side has no access but easy access once you locate the rear parking for Joo Pocha ...Look for the patio area with lights!! read more

It was truly the worst experience. I was assaulted by another customer,(it was totally random) yet neither the staff nor the store offered any help. Instead, when I asked for assistance, they got annoyed with me and told me not to make a big deal out of it. They provided no support at all. This place does not feel safe, and the area around it is really sketchy at night so please be careful. read more

Joo Pocha - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

We had such a fun time here. The food was tasty, the vibe was cozy with the tented space and the convenience of having a karaoke bar in the background was perfect! read more

Joo Pocha is such a fun spot. The food hits exactly what you want from a Korean pocha bold flavors, generous portions, and perfect dishes to share with drinks. Everything we ordered came out hot, flavorful, and clearly made to be enjoyed casually but seriously good at the same time. The atmosphere is what really makes this place shine. Lively, energetic, and buzzing without feeling chaotic. It feels like a true late night Korean gastropub where people are there to eat well, drink, laugh, and stay awhile. Great vibes for groups, celebrations, or just a night out with friends. Definitely one of those places you come for the food and stay for the energy. read more

Pros -waiters were friendly -army stew is solid Cons -the mala tteokbokki was horrible the spice in it had a strong "Chinese spice" that really ruined the dish it was inedible -the beef in the mala tteokbokki wasn't fresh -no banchan -the ambiance here is fine if you are planning on drinking but it is not pleasant for dinner -parking is street or valet only and the area isn't the safest Rating 5.5/10 read more

I booked the this place for a birthday celebration with a party of 12 people. Food and vibes were awesome! Our server Mikey was the best!!! He was attentive and catered to all of our needs. The karokee selection is huge and updated. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone who wants to have good time. Request for Mikey! read more

Joo Pocha - Army soup - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California