stopped by last thursday with a friend and king pocha was such a pleasant surprise! we got the oven roasted chicken, the mala, and corn cheese and they were all a 10/10 the pocha has humongous screens perfect for watching games on and you can try to win a free soju bottle with their timer game as well :-) there was plenty of parking in their lot which is an absolute godsend in ktown def recommend for anyone looking for a pocha! read more

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I can't give it a one star because we didn't end up actually eating here, but here's why I felt the need to leave 2 stars... 3 white guys walk in on a Sunday looking to watch the soccer game while eating some good food. We called in advance and the guy said come, not a problem. The game had started and the place was empty, only 3 tables taken out of I don't know 25+. All tables except the 5 in the middle of the room (granted these 5 tables were all 6 person tables) were 4 person tables and we couldn't logistically sit 3 of us at any without 1 person facing a wall. So when the guy points at a 4 top where 1 of us is facing the wall, we asked to sit at the 6 top and all face the screen. His reply "No". We continued to ask and he stuck with no. Now here's the kicker! There were 2 girls (Korean I assume) sitting comfortably at a 6 top eating and both facing the screen. So.... What you're saying is if we spoke Korean or were Korean we would have been seated comfortably and facing the screen?? Cool! Remember, place was empty aside from 3 tables taken and the smallest party of 2 was sitting at the 6 person table. We came to eat and instead we left and found a way better Korean restaurant to eat and watch. Guess things work out! read more

Came in here for some late night drinks with my friends and I gotta say I loved this place the service was amazing and so was the food! Dylan was such a good server he was so quick and super attentive 10/10 service! The ambiance here was so chill my friends and I had a such good time would totally recommend!! read more

King Pocha - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Came here after an event, and loved it! Food: -Korean fried chicken: the crunch and chicken was solid! definitely worth coming here especially with the side sauces and moo : ) -french fries: crispy, yummmmy. I'm not the biggest fan of skinny fries, but I gobbled these up- very delicious! -mushroom/veggie skewer *not pictured*: solid Service: -korean and english speaking, prompt, friendly, helpful and kind! -appreciated the service much! Ambiance: -definitely a pocha type vibe but enough seats and spacing to have your own space and conversation. loved it! When I'm here again and feeling some late munchies, will definitely be back! Also just love pocha food so..... see you soon!! read more

The food here was pretty good, but for a pocha the drink options were pretty limited. I visited this pocha on a Friday night with some friends and our experience was decent. For food, we ordered the King Friend Combo and Kimchi Fried Rice: - Chive Jeon: This was good, it was crispy and savory. I also liked the dipping sauce since it was garlicky. I would've like if the jeon wad thicker though. - Beef Belly Tteokbokki: This was my favorite dish of the night. It was well balanced with soft rice cakes, generous portion of beef, fish cakes, and veggies. The sauce was also great and not too spicy. - Rolled Omelette: The omelette was fluffy and wasn't dry which I liked. It also came with a side of ketchup which complimented it well. - Kimchi Fried Rice: Solid Kimchi Fried rice, but I've had better. My friends and I wanted to get the watermelon soji, but it was unavailable at the time we went which was a bummer. We ended up getting two bottles of flavored soju at $14 each. While that is generally expensive for bottled soju, it was better that other pocha spots who charge for the same at way higher prices. Since this is a pocha, I wish they offered more drink options other than bottled drinks like cocktails. They have free underground parking which was nice. The service was also pretty good and efficient. Overall the food was great, but I was disappointed due to the lack of drink options. I also wish the vibes were more fun inside. I would maybe come back for the food and the plus of free parking, but I'm not sure if I would come back here with drinking in mind. read more

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King Pocha is a hidden gem! We've been to many pocha places in Ktown and this ranks with the best. The whole chicken is amazing. We had to order one to go after we finished the first one so we could enjoy at home with some more beers and soju. We had the fried chicken wings and the budae jjigae. The owner is also the nicest. Highly recommend this place... read more

Wanted some whole fried chicken, or in Korean, tongdak. This has got to be their specialty. It was good. Tender, crispy skin, and piping hot. Tried their crispy rice seafood soup. It's okay. If you want some seafood essence soup, give it a try. The server gave us a complimentary kimchi pancake. Would be willing to try it next time. Crispy and flavorful. All in all, comfortable spot to hang out with friends and drink soju. On a Friday night, free parking. read more

King Pocha - Seafood soup - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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They cancelled our reservation just now when I made the reservation 6/10/2026. If they can't get this basic reservation right, you know they can't do anything else right. read more

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My girls and I had an excellent time at this cute Pocha spot in Ktown last Friday. The portions here are huge & perfect for groups. I loved the presentation of all the dishes here. We had a lot of fun enjoying soju with the spicy, sweet corn, sour sauce, umami seafood pancakes. The service was really attentive as well! read more

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Green onion pancake - this may be the best of these kinds of pancakes we've ever tried, and we've had them looooots of places! Flavorful, nice ratio of chives to batter, excellent crispy edges (which were encouraged to eat first), and served with an excellent soy dipping sauce. We ordered the plain version. Teriyaki chicken - thigh meat, nice sauce, but I wouldn't really call it a traditional teriyaki sauce. It was creamy. They recommended eating it with rice and their rice is actually very nice. Well cooked, great texture. Butter shrimp - butterflied but shells on, so beware and don't just bite right in unless you enjoy shell. Slightly spicy but nothing serious. I'm a spice wuss and this was fine for me. Comes served on a bed of finely shredded cabbage. Maybe a little overcooked? Pork belly skewer - tender but the flavor was not our favorite. Sausage skewer - these are tiny and come with ketchup on them. Just okay. Neither of these skewers felt worth the price we paid for them. We would skip skewers next time and try other dishes. Ordered a Cass and it was $11, which seemed a little steep. Our server Paris was a doll, very friendly and gave us great recommendations. She was fantastic! She very kindly brought us some watermelon slices to finish ooff our meal! The space was comfortable. They have call buttons at the table. Easy clean restrooms. We came late at night on a Wednesday. Parking was easy & free in their lot. The downstairs parking garage closes at midnight (at least on weekdays), so the parking lot attendant told us to park on the upper level despite the 15 minute signs. They do come thru the restaurant at midnight remind you of you are parked below. read more

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Amazing new spot in K-town! Tried the fried chicken (통닭), seafood scorched rice soup (해물 누룽지탕), and the half & half Korean pancake. Everything was super tasty, affordable, and the portions were generous. - The fried chicken (통탉) was hot, crispy, and delicious--just like the original Korean style. You can ask for different dipping sauces too, which is a nice touch. Hard to find this style around K-town! - The seafood soup(해물 누룽지탕) came packed with seafood and was reasonably priced. I personally found it a bit mild, so if you like spicy food, ask them to kick it up a notch. - The half & half pancake (전) was perfectly crispy and so good. Most places make you order two separate ones, so having the half option was such a win. Overall, really impressed--definitely coming back to try more dishes. Service was also super friendly and attentive. 5/5! read more

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9/10 Overall: This is a brand new pocha spot located in the heart of KTown that has a variety of dishes ranging from soups to skewers and of course, traditional pocha dishes! Everything is packed with flavor and the atmosphere is perfect for a late hangout with friends. One of my favs was their spicy chicken, it had just the right amount of heat and a perfect crunch. The service is also great, the owner is incredibly kind. The prices are a bit on the higher side though in my opinion. Volcano mala casserole $40: 4.5/5 Super delicious mala flavor with a generous amount of meat! It had thinly cut brisket, glass noodles, tteokbokki, fish cake, a variety of veggies, corn, and mushroom soaked in a spicy and salty broth. Hot fried chicken wings $20: 4.5/5 I loved the crunch and the flavor on this one! Sweet, spicy, salty, and tender wings with a side of a cabbage salad. It was a bit pricy for the amount though. Pork belly skewers $3: 4/5 Super tender cuts of pork belly that went so well with the salt dipping they provide. Bacon-wrapped rice cake skewers $4: 4/5 Bacon added so much flavor to the crispy rice cakes! The sauce drizzled on top is also delicious and super flavorful. Korean style sausage rice cake skewers $4 3/5 I liked the crispy rice cakes and the sausage but the flavor on this one was not as strong. The sausage was also a bit dry for my liking. read more

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Yummy yummy! My friend and I were craving fried chicken and King Pocha popped up on Yelp--so we drove over since it was just a couple blocks away. They offer free parking, which is always a plus. There was no wait when we arrived, and we were seated right away by a super friendly man (possibly the owner!). The tables have call buttons for service--such a neat touch--so we used it to place our order. We got 1 whole fried chicken, French fries, and a side of the steamed egg dish. Everything was so good. There wasn't a single thing left on the table besides the bones. We were initially skeptical about ordering an entire chicken, but it ended up being the perfect size for the two of us and wasn't overly fried. Service was amazing--helpful, attentive, and genuinely kind. By the time we left, the place had filled up.Definitely recommend stopping by if you're in the area! read more

King Pocha - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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the staff here are so incredibly kind !! we came for lunch looking for some korean fried chicken , unfortunately the lunch menu didn't include that but they said they would make an exception for us. the fried chicken was SUPER crispy and juicy 10/10 . definitely need to come back late at night for a great night out with friends . thank you so much king pocha staff!!!! read more

King Pocha - Corn Cheese / korean fried chicken - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Came here on a random weeknight with some girlfriends. It was completely empty but we were there early on a weeknight. Order the whole fried chicken, tofu kimchi, spicy squid noodles, and the volcano mala hot pot. Everything was delicious and definitely spicy. I loved all the vegetables in the hot pot but I forewarn you that if you aren't a fan of Szechuan peppercorns, this is not the dish for you. Great service, plenty of parking, and definitely worth checking out. read more

Nice to have a place to hang out late night out. Food was tasty and service is always very welcoming.

One of the most chill pocha in town, came here after work was a blessing! Their service was quick and food was perfect for coworkers hang out! The must order is their beef belly spicy rice cake! Their parking was easy and have their own garage! read more

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I think this is a new spot. We randomly stumbled in there today because everything else was closed on Christmas Eve. Free parking, super nice staff here! And...They are an LAFC supporters spot and play highlights of Heung Min Son on repeat. Love that. BUT the food was so much better than I had expected for a pocha! The oven roasted chicken was crispy perfection, and they cut it up into quarters for us to eagerly devour. Make sure to ask for hot sauce, to compliment the sweetness of the slaw! We also had the seafood crispy rice soup (haemul nurunji tang), and I was amazed by this!! I know the army stew (buddae jigae) is the crowd pleaser, but if it's a cold rainy night and you want something savory, I'd really try the seafood crispy rice. Check it out! 잘 먹겠습니다!!! read more

King Pocha - Seafood crispy rice soup - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

came here on a Friday night because I was really craving pocha-style food, and I'm so glad I found this hidden gem in a great Ktown location. The atmosphere immediately reminded me of my trip to Korea -- cozy, lively, and authentic. I ordered the spicy boneless cheese combo, and it completely hit the spot. It was flavorful, cheesy, and had just the right level of spice. It brought back so many memories of Korean street food -- highly recommend! On top of that, the customer service was excellent. The staff was attentive, friendly, and made the whole experience even better. Can't wait to come back! read more

King Pocha - Family chicken fried dish - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Amazing flavors and services!!! And reasonable price. Their fried chicken and skewers are so good. New favorite in Ktown and can't wait to go back and try more stuff. Highly recommend! read more

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Great food! Fine place for drinking soju! I live Soju Highball! Sashimi rice bowl was great! read more

Grateful they stay open until 2am! Parking was free and easy - limited spots late niggt since the lower lot was locked. The udon soup was peppery and great. The skewers were the best? I got the 5 for $15 deal and enjoyed the chicken and pork belly the most. read more

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Stopped by King Pocha for a late-night snack and it ended up being such a good choice. The food hit the spot -- super flavorful and just what we were craving at that hour. The vibe was chill, and our server was genuinely so nice -- friendly, attentive, and made us feel really welcome even though it was late. Definitely recommend if you're in the area and want solid food and good service after hours. Will be coming back for sure! read more

King Pocha - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

King Pocha was the perfect place to go after the G-Dragon concert on Saturday! They had plenty of seats and TVs. I can see this being a great place to catch a MLS game to watch with Son Heung Min fans too. read more

This is really delicious. It's the best beer snack. Also Free corn cheese if you succeed with Dalgona read more

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Parking is so rare in ktown and this place has great parking. Classic pocha with nothing wrong. Service was amazing. Spacious. The food was the classic korean staples. Me and my bois have this as the spot. read more

King Pocha - Buldak, tteopokki - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Food and Service Both are Excellent, Like Grilled Squid with sprouts most, Perfext sauce on top of perfectly grilled squid read more

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Calling all foodies. So this place is fairly new and I decided to try is out. They have Happy Hour from 5-7pm on soju and beer. I decided to try their budae jjigae (army stew) and their shrimp fried rice. Guys... this combination is absolute FIRE. The salty flavors of the budae jigae with the rich buttery flavor of the shrimp fried rice created an absolute harmony of flavors as I went back and forth between the two. This is an absolute must try and the the prices are not crazy like some of the more overpriced places you find in ktown these days. read more

A close friend took me here and I was surprised at how good everything was. Great service and super friendly staff. Food was amazing. Will be back again. Very chill vibe to have a few drinks with some delicious food. read more

I was seriously craving Korean-style whole fried chicken--the kind I grew up eating back home, and it's hard to find places that make it the traditional way. King Pocha is one of the very few in the area that does, and I'm so glad I found it! The space is clean and cute, with TVs all around the walls, definitely a great spot to catch a game with friends. The whole fried chicken was exactly what I was hoping for: crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside. Just perfect. We also tried the garlic, shrimp, and spicy chicken skewers, super fun to share and paired perfectly with a cold Terra beer. The steamed egg was just okay, but everything else hit the spot. If you're craving authentic Korean fried chicken or looking for a laid-back spot to eat, drink, and watch sports, this is a solid choice. read more

I finally checked out this newly opened restaurant. It's Korean bar style food with decent pricing. Right now their fried chicken is 50% off! My friend and I ordered the Korean scallion pancake and the kimchi pancake, malatang, and fried chicken. Everything was tasty and I wanted more. The waitress was very kind, attentive, and even played with my young daughter so I could eat. It was so good I came back within a week! Can't wait to be back and try their other dishes. read more

King Pocha - Malatang - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Good food. Good vibes. Good times. A lot of space. Underrated. Servers were nice and friendly. I think it's a family business.

This restaurant was so delicious that I had to come back! The staff are incredibly kind and friendly. I'm definitely coming again next time. Highly recommended! read more

King Pocha - Napa cabbage soup - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Perfect place for a night out with friends. The staff are soooo friendly and service is fast. The place has a great ambience for a night drinking and even has a photo booth inside to take some pictures with your group!! And of course the food is super unique and yummy. read more

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This newly opened pocha is cheap, has a lot of space, and the food is very good. The owner, Esther, is very friendly. I highly recommend it. read more

King Pocha - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

So good! The food at King Pocha is seriously delicious--every dish is flavorful, the portions are huge, and the prices are super reasonable. It's the perfect spot to grab drinks and enjoy amazing Korean food. The owner is really kind, and the service is top-tier. Definitely one of my favorite hangout spots now! read more

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my gf and i came in around 12 am and was greeted by esther! she was super sweet and gave us amazing service . not only that the food was absolutely amazing! she let us play a game where you can hit 10 seconds exactly! we ended up staying till almost closing because it was so amazing . we were just visiting from the bay area but we let it be known to her that when we come back to socal we will be coming back to see her and eat there once more! esther, thank you ! we miss you ! read more

King Pocha - timer - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

A full Korean spread that hit all the right notes..spicy, sweet, hearty, and refreshing. If you love flavor packed comfort food with a side of fun, this meal delivers big time. read more

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As a dad and older dude who grew up in ktown. I never thought I could still come out for that sooljip food and vibe and be a quieter more relaxed atmosphere so I can bring my son out as well. Had a get together with some friends I haven't seen in a long time and this place was an awesome choice made by a buddy. Was able to bring the wire and son out as well and not have to worry about it being too loud or the crowd being too rowdy. Owner was super friendly and the food is great! Definitely will be back for the fried chicken gizzards read more

The Watermelon Soju was excellent! The food was ok. The service was average! Although she was very nice and attentive! A group of men came in after us and our waitress spent so much time with them, serving and laughing, I had to go get my own to go boxes at the counter & waited for her so we can ask for the check. The second waitress who just came in on the clock ignored us. Two waitresses and 4 parties in a big restaurant. So I do not think I'd come back! Sorry. But customers should try the Soju Watermelon! Yummy! read more

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