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    LEE GA

    4.5 (476 reviews)
    ModerateKorean, Soup, Noodles
    Closed 10:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed

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    Mul Neang Myun & Banchan $17.99
    Ben C.

    Clean & comfortable with maintained furnishings. Service was great ~ welcoming, prompt, attentive. Banchan ~ simple though fresh & tasty. Guk Bap ~ piping hot, mild saltiness, good broth, good balance between components & soup. NeangMyun ~ mid cold? The noodles might have not been chilled enough. Texture almost vermicelli like, not chewy. Broth was decent but again too warm for this LA summer lunch. Purple rice yummy. $3 valet parking makes it easy for diners in this tight lot but it does fill up during peak hours.

    Ugeoji wang galbi tang
    Jeremy S.

    This restaurant is a short walk from the Wilshire/Vermont Metro station, but it was a hot day when we went. The menu has a lot of soup and stew options. I got the ugeoji wang galbi tang ($22.99), which had two beef short ribs and dried cabbage. The broth was decently flavorful, and I enjoyed dipping the short ribs in the savory sauce provided. There were scissors and tongs to take the meat out of the bones, but I wish that there was less of a tug. There was one time when I tried using the tongs and accidentally made a little splash. For the amount of food you get, including the complimentary banchan with refills, the prices were fair. We got cabbage kimchi, radish kimchi, and cucumbers with soybean paste. I really enjoyed the taste from the cabbage kimchi. The staff members were patient with us as we browsed the menu as well. Even though it was a hot outside, the indoor temperature was some air conditioning and a fan that kept us cool.

    Angela L.

    If LEE GA were closer to me, I would definitely visit more often. Their cold noodles are perfect for the summer, but I especially love their warm and comforting soups. A lot of people seem to order their food to go, which honestly feels like a smart move since the wait can sometimes be a little long. That said, the food is worth waiting for, and the pricing is very reasonable for the quality and portions. Parking is available in the shared lot for a $3 fee. Overall, LEE GA is a great spot for flavorful Korean comfort food, whether you are dining in or picking up an order to enjoy at home.

    David C.

    Hot summer day and a few of us wanted cold noodles, so we thought we would try Lee Ga and see if the hype was real. While the broth was tasty, it wasn't cold :( Kind of defeats the purpose, especially when you're waiting in the heat for a table and the room itself was pretty warm. Banchan was pretty limited as well, with just two Kim chi types and cucumbers with samjang. The highlight might have been the ribs, which are not LA style but full bone. The bulgogi was pretty tasty as well, but serving was really small and the daengjang soup not all that great. Loved the purple rice though! I do like that they offer free tea, but is offset with the charging of to go boxes :). I realize it's only $0.50, but it did keep me from ordering an extra dish which would have guaranteed the need for containers. Thankfully we only needed three :). Parking is valet only and the place was packed even though we chose an off peak time of 2:00pm. $3 isn't bad, but even valet had a hard time keeping up so keep parking in mind when visiting.

    Diane K.

    My mom had lunch here with some friends visiting from Korea this Monday (7/13/2026) and afterward she brought home their Braised Pork Ribs with Kimchi for dinner. It reminded me of this restaurant. We've been coming here several times since 2023, and my mom has also brought takeout home on many occasions. Everything on the menu is delicious. What I especially love is that every dish, including all of the side dishes, has such a rich, deep flavor. I also remember the staff being incredibly friendly every time we've visited. The Braised Pork Ribs with Kimchi is especially amazing, and the Beef Short Rib Soup with Cabbage (Ugeoji Galbitang) is absolutely delicious as well. The food is consistently excellent, and the warm, friendly service keeps us coming back. It's definitely one of my favorite Korean restaurants.

    7.이가설렁탕 /Leega Sulung Tang
    Isabelle P.

    My parents and I have been coming here for a bit. Sometimes we get the big platters, and it's a lot of food; we often have to take home leftovers. You do have to pay for containers if you take leftovers home ($0.25). Kimchi Dumplings: My mom loves these and says Lee Ga has the best ones. Lee Ga Seollotang: I love this soup, and it's made very well here. It reminds me of Korea. Green onions are provided on the side, so you can add as many as you want. The dish itself is minimally seasoned, but that is because there's salt and pepper at the table for you to season it yourself. I got the brisket version, and the meat is super soft. It also comes with glass noodles inside. I liked to grab a spoonful of rice and dip it into the soup before eating it. Parking: There's valet service in the plaza as well as minimal street parking. Inside is a little small, and it can get quite busy. The service is wonderful, and they are very attentive. If you're looking for Korean comfort food, this is the place to go

    Katrina W.

    This place was amazing!! Service is also incredibly quick. We got the Naemgyeon Combo with Beef Ribs. The naemgyeong was solid and the beef was soo soft/tender. The flavor was great. We also tried the Mala Sulung Tang which is unique and we loved it. The broth was delicious. Overall, definitely will come back!

    26.등갈비 구이 / Korean BBQ Beef Back Rib was fantastic
    Alex B.

    Very good Korean spot. Great atmosphere and super authentic and attentive staff. Food was EXCELLENT. The Banchan was great. Crisp and refreshing pickled veggies. The cucumber in brown sauce was a low key super monster of a dish. Really good. Dipped most my stuff in that brown sauce. Beef rib was excellent. Correctly cooked. Super tender, but not over done. Very good butcher or very good buyer, because for a beef back rib, there was a ton of meat. Mixed dumplings stole the show. Kimchi and meat. Home made and it was wildly apparent. The dough was so delicate and thin, but retained such a nice chew and flavor. Love that. Cold noodle was on POINT! I messed up and added vinegar and mustard when this one really doesn't need any. Take it from me - let the broth speak for itself - because this one really can. Noodles had a solid chew. I was envious of my girl who got the non-broth ones. Those were even better. Great sesame flavor and subtle sweet-heat This place is great. Expect to spend $100 to do it right. Come for the cold noodles and back ribs, stay for the banchan and dumplings.

    16.Sagol Dduk Mandu Guk / 사골 떡만두국
    Catherine K.

    It was all good The spicy naenmyeon wasn't even spicy lmao it was more sweet and tangy :) good noodle texture Cucumbers were crispy and refreshing Ty for the barley tea and bone broth SERVICE WAS RLLY GOOD TOO

    Menu May 2026
    Ara G.

    The Bottom Line: 3.5 stars: A nice Korean comfort food spot for high quality food and great attentive service. Location 3 stars: In the busy K-Town area on the East side of South Vermont Avenue, in a strip mall. Street parking is next to impossible. Thankfully they have valet on premises who serves the many stores on the strip mall. They charged $3 at the time of my visit. Most people give them a $5 to cover the gratuity. Venue 3 stars: Unpretentious medium-sized facility with indoor seating. They tend to get very buy and you put your name on a hand written list and wait outside (no indoor wait area). As far as I know they do not take reseravtions. Service 4 stars: Staff were friendly, attentive, and helpful. Food 3.5 stars: Korean soups and noodles and a few barbecue dishes (prepared in the kitchen, not tableside). We had the Lee-Ga Sulung Tang beef soup (OK... 3 out of 5, a little bland), the Bulgogi Hansang (OK... 3.5 out of 5) and the Spicy Pork Hansang (very good, 4 out of 5). We all had the Korean Purple Rice (Heukmi-bap) which was quite good, sat 4 out of 5). Purple Rice is said to be good for you, full of antioxidants and fiber. Drinks 4 stars: Good selection of Korean beers in small and large bottles, Soju, and non-alcoholic beverages.

    Plastic wrapper in to-go kimchi - unfortunately discovered it after a chopstick full of it went into my mouth.

    I've eaten here number of times and food has been very good. Unfortunately, recent to-go order includes a container of kimchi with what appears to be a plaster wrapper either from cleaning supplies or processed ingredient. Ruined my appetite and impression of the restaurant. 3 stars because their food is very good and because I hope they read this and immediately improve their food safety practices.

    Jason Y.

    Some of the best ribs and Korean cold noodles in LA. The ribs were tender and juicy while the noodle were bouncy and chewy. Such a great combination. A bit pricey though so I can't indulge everytime but I will be back soon.

    51.김치만두 / Kimchi Dumpling 6pcs Arrowroot Bibim Neang Myun / 칡비빔냉면
    Daniel C.

    Hard to find authentic Korean spots in K-town nowadays that haven't been super westernized. Not a bad thing per se but there's always something magical in finding a place that's more local and less popular to the masses. This is one of those spots. My go to joint for cold spicy noodles and kimchi dumplings. Priceless on a hot day. Service is great considering the floor was run by just 2 women who wore multiple hats from cleaning, serving, and ringing up the bill. They were so kind and thoughtful - they even offered us bibs knowing we had white shirts on. Overall: local hidden gem for cold noodles and dumplings.

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    Do have any options for people with gluten intolerance?

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    Yes

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    We do not have beer and wine license but already applied it. Coming soon. Sorry. T.T for now

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