Koreatown plaza parking structure used to be completely free, but now it's free with validation…read more The food court is located on the first floor directly on the opposite side of hmart grocery store. This place is worth a visit. Every restaurant offers something different. This place is great to come with large groups who can't figure out what to eat. This place is also great so solo travelers too! Plenty of seats.

The vibes here are cute but TikTok blew it up to much. It should have been a IFYKYK locals only…read morespot- now it's so hard to get a table!! All the food is great though and the portion sizes are increible. I went here for the Mexico va S Korea match and the vibes were actually insane.

This very popular three-level indoor mall has a great food court and ground level supermarket…read more These two places also have the fairest prices. While it was great to see only two empty storefronts, most businesses sell overpriced to super overpriced products to stay afloat. The mall is dated-looking, with a defunct water fountain, but the open second floor bathed in natural sunlight gives off soothing, chill vibes. The food court has about 9 places, mostly Korean but also a Vietnamese and Japanese katsu options. We ate fresh bi bim naeng myun (very chewy buckwheat noodles), ja jang myun (chewy noodles with black bean sauce and a nice amount of minced beef or pork), and fish cake on a skewer. Some places charge for a to go container and the cranky employee at the naeng myun place (the name's only in Korean, Kang San Myun Ok, refused to sell me to go in separate containers. Excuse me for wanting to separate the chewy noodles from the broth, as the noodles will lose elasticity from a long drive. The food court had many televisions broadcasting a World Cup match. There eating area is spacious with tables are cleared and wiped quickly. The outdoor dining are was closed the day we went. The supermarket is huge, organized and has the viral fruit-shaped ice cream that I adore, for $4.99 each. There's a Cake House bakery with mildly sweet Asian pastries and hot beverages. Their cakes are very expensive and beautiful. Cake slices are also sold. The mall has women's clothes, skin care, a bank, bookstore, children's toys, handbags and jewelry, and knick-knacks or collectibles. There's even a flower shop on a parking level right by the supermarket entrance. We were surprised to spend about 4 hours there. It's easy to spend a lot of time here as the parking is free! I will be back for the food and accessories in support of Korean-owned businesses.

Awesome food court. Probably a dozen places or more to eat. All fresh, homemade…read more First time there. I'm not Korean. Everyone was very friendly, sweet, and kind. Felt like a different world. Walked around a bit afterward and loved all the cute shops. Beautiful clothing, etc.. Free parking !!

Koreatown Plaza has everything you could want. You can explore a variety of shops offering…read moreclothing, cosmetics, health products, home goods, jewelry, and the best food court in town. Parking is for a fee, but they validate at most stores and some of the eateries. It has the best of Korean cuisine for every budget. You can have great noodles and spend less than 15$. The wide variety of restaurants, from sizzling street food and noodle soups to crispy katsu and savory dumplings are the reason we often go. We love to have lunch or dinner there. The people that work there are so nice and will help you, especially in the shops. I am often looking for the latest comic for my grandson and they are always there to help. They keep the entire mall spotless and comfortable. It is a great time.

+ Bustling Korean commercial area. Lots of coming and going…read more Nice place to take a break from the downtown LA hustle. - The restrooms in the food court were completely closed, so I had to search a bit farther. If they have to do maintenance, they should avoid doing so during such busy hours. + Nicole's Coffee Shop was kind enough to validate my parking without me buying anything. I decided to support their business anyway. - The food court is very limited on hydrating, healthy drinks. I had barely walked around inside the Plaza for 15min when suddenly all the lights went out. Inside H-Mart was so dark. I ran outta there. Sunlight still shown through the windows, thankfully. Everyone was confused. I rushed back to my car in the parking garage and booked it outta there. Thankfully the gatekeeper's barricade arm was staying up (so my validated parking ticket didn't matter) so I could drive off quickly before the exit became a bottleneck. Turns out West LA had a blackout... the one time I ever visit LA! Shame, cuz I wanted to walk around Koreatown Plaza a little more before heading to the next checkpoint in my itinerary.

Been coming here since I was a teenager. It's been around my whole life. It used to be on Beverly…read more They always have fresh produce at good prices. The meat selection is good, and out fresh in the morning. The kimbap is great, and can't beat the prices. They have a Coffee Bean, a bakery, and another restaurant.

Who remembers when California Marketplace was California Market on Western? They moved years ago in…read moreit's current location and though it is much smaller, it is modern and carries most of your needs. Parking is free (thank goodness) and is located in a small multi-level mini mall. I mainly come here for spices, sauces and seasoning as they are better priced than bigger chain markets. Also worth the grab are their marinated meats, ready to be cooked. The beef bulgogi was so good when grilled over charcoal. They also have all the sides in the refridgerated section such as seaweed salads, kimchi and marinated squid. My most recent "a ha!" moment is finding the Korean fried chicken in the ready-to-eat deli section. Absolutely delicious and affordable! I no longer want to get takeout wings or Korean fried chicken at restaurants when I can get them here.

Great spot for a quick bite in Koreatown! The service was excellent, and everyone who helped me was…read morevery friendly and attentive. Special thanks to Hellen--I hope I got her name right--for taking such good care of me. Finding somewhere good to eat in Koreatown can sometimes feel stressful, especially when parking becomes a distraction, so I really appreciated how easy and enjoyable this visit was. I'd definitely recommend Galleria Tonkatsu if you want a convenient, tasty meal with great service.

The Bottom Line 4 stars: Recommended Japanese comfort food for a quick bite while shopping at the…read moreGalleria in southern K-Town. Location 4 stars: At the food court on the top floor of the Galleria Shopping Center, on the SE corner of Western and Olympic in K-Town, just west of DTLA. Free parking structure. Possibilities for street parking are very limited if any. Venue 3.5 stars: Community seating area shared with other restaurants in the food court. Plenty of seating. Also a small outdoor patio which is usually empty ;) Service 4 stars: Staff were friendly, polite, courteous and attentive. Food 4 stars: Large selection of traditional Japanese comfort food including Pork, Chicken and Fish Katsu, Hamburg Steak, pasta and Omurice (omelet on top of rice). Prices are OK but a little high for a food court. Drinks 3 stars: Soft drinks, coffee and tea. Prices are reasonable.

Awoolim has the best Korean fried chicken I've had -- crispy, perfectly sauced, and consistent…read moreevery time. The takoyaki is a great surprise addition to the menu too, super fresh and flavorful. Overall this place nails Korean street food. Great for sharing with a group or just treating yourself. Highly recommend.

What can I say, this place is a household favorite. It's fast, it's yummy, and it's value! Free…read more3-hour parking with validation in Ktown is honestly the cherry on top. If you know, you know ktown korean food scene can get ridiculously expensive. That's why I really appreciate Awoolim for keeping things simple and solid. Oden for $2.50, tteokbokki for $5, gimari for $5... most of the menu sits under $10, and the food just hits. Service is exactly what you'd expect from a very authentic spot - no frills, straight to the point. My Score (out of 10) Taste: 4/5 Cleanliness: 1/1 Service: 1.5/2 Operations: 1/1 Value: 1/1 Total: 8.5/10

When at California Market, stopping for kimbap at Gaju Gimbap is a must. In Korean, Gaju is similar…read moreto english slang of Cali so those in the know call it this. *themoreyouknow*rainbow* Located inside California Market which has their own parking garage. I I like parking on the top level to avoid crowds & have pretty city views, but then you'll need to take the elevator down to the first level where the market is located. Once inside California Market, walk all the way to the far back corner and ~~~ Meet Gaju Gimbap aka California Gimbap & Udon! This is actually my favorite kimbap in Koreatown which is high praise as there are many spots for it. Their portions are huge, fresh and delicious - I've never had a kimbap from here I didn't like. They do have a few tables and there are usually people dining in, but most people just grab & go. I love being able to grab some quick lunch and get my groceries all in one swoop!

Located inside Rodeo Galleria, seems like a ghost town inside of other small shops. Easy parking,…read morelarge parking lot with shared plaza. They have a handful of tables to dine in but I've only grabbed and go during lunch. Kimbaps are decently priced for large one. Wrapped nicely and pretty filled in my opinion. Bulgogi, Fishcake and Tuna are my favorite. Topokki (tteokbokki) is good but not the best I've had. Convenient to order if you want to dip your kimbap into the sauce.

This eatery is located in the food court of the Koreatown Plaza. They have variety of Korean…read moredishes. We had the pork noodle soup and it tastes really good. It's not greasy but has great flavor. It comes with four small side dishes.

We ordered Braised Cutlassfish after tax $24 it is good for two people. Flavorful and little bit…read moresalty and spicy. It's good with rice. Side dishes are good. radish kimchi was pretty good! Pretty big portion!

If you didn't give this place five stars, it's because you didn't try their fresh, warm, perfect,…read moredelicious red bean buns. They come in a pack of four. The inside red bean is the BEST I've ever tasted. I would happily just eat that with a spoon. Delicate and perfect and filling. RED. BEAN. BUNS. Everything else is "just icing on the cake," dumplin'.

Quick friendly service. Food court mall vibe is fun. Tried the chive dumplings. Pretty tasty. I…read morewish you could do 5 chive and 5 kimchi. They are pretty big so 10 is a lot, so took half home. Definitely order an extra dipping sauce. Pickled radish was super delish. I think I would try out the kimchi dumplings next time. Loved popping into K Mart after picking up a bunch of different banchans. Free parking if you get validated.

Tonkatsu done Korean style at Tonkatsu House and it's legit. What usually makes Korean tonkatsu is…read moredifferent is it's typically a more thin deep fried pork with some differences in the sauce. We all have our preferences but I love K-tonkatsu and Tonkatsu House does it so well. It's reliably good here so I always like stopping in when I go to the food court at Koreatown Plaza. Even in a stacked Korean food hall with so many good options, Tonkatsu House reigns supreme in my eyes. It's super casual with you ordering at the counter, then getting a buzzer to alert you once your food is ready, and you then need to try to avoid an open table in the busy food court. As much as I love the pork, the fish katsu here is so stellar that I often will get the Boston combo which has not only the pork and the fish but also a hamburg, plus the macaroni & rice that comes with each meal. I absolutely love their macaroni salad! Macaroni saelleodeu! Portions are huge, I always have leftovers. 3 hours validation offered. Overall, a great value here for incredibly good eats. Want to hear some wild work? It's been open since 1988 here when the mall itself opened.

Located in the middle of Koreatown Plaza's food court, Chung Katsu House is serving up massive…read moreslabs of pork, fish, and chicken cutlets. We ordered the large pork cutlet, which came smothered in their signature sauce and served with a side salad and macaroni salad. Overall, I'd give it a solid 4/ 5. The tonkatsu sauce was just okay, I've definitely had better, but I really enjoyed how thin the cutlet was. It stayed crispy in every bite without feeling overly heavy or greasy. The portion size was generous, and the sides complemented the meal nicely. While this wasn't the best tonkatsu I've ever had, it was still satisfying and worth trying if you're exploring the food court. I'd definitely come back and continue working my way through the other food stalls in the area.