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    Mom's House

    3.4 (129 reviews)
    InexpensiveKorean, Comfort Food
    Closed 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Moderate noise
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    Good for kids
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    a table full of asian food
    Day V.

    So good but somewhat pricey. We ordered the Bulgogi and a hot stone bibimbap. And tonsssss of side dishes. Very tasty and warm. Parking was a nightmare but this kinda made up for it. Definitely worth coming back!

    Current menu (April 2022)
    Loren S.

    Tried their cheapest $7.99 sulungtang ( beef soup) in the menu. We only ordered 2 sulungtang so they only gave us 2 ban chan(side dishes)- kimchi and radishes . We saw other customers got 4 ban chan(side dishes) because they ordered different dishes. I was able to ask more kimchi after I finished it. For $7.99, I don't complain the quality of beef slices are not tender enough, and the soup was delicious. Kimchi and radishes tasted good as well. It's pretty worth it since all other restaurants sell sulungtang for $13.5 and up. I will come back for their cheap sulungtang !

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    Kathy A.

    Honestly just had the worst experience here just now, there is a Korean waitress that always, always ask for tips. A lady with a red bob, last time we went to this place with my mother she ended up tipping the only change in cash we had and the red head Korean lady ended up tossing the change onto the table claiming "she's not poor enough to accept this". Today we came in for another try, but again. I only carry card and not cash and this lady isn't satisfied with measly change so she ends up chasing us outside the store and starts saying she doesn't want us back. Crazy.

    Side dishes
    William C.

    I have to start this review by saying they have the BEST kimchi in town! It could be the best kimchi I have eaten in my life, and I've eaten tons of kimchi in my lifetime. Soondae soup - has a good amount of soondae + tripe + intestines. If you're a fan of those types of innards, you'll love this soup. Sauteed kimchi and sliced pork - OMG this was so good! Super duper tasty! Frozen pollack stew - the broth was very flavorful with a good amount of fish. side dish - there were a few side dishes served... kimchi, bean sprouts, radish kimchi, steamed egg, and fish cake. They were all good, no disappointments here. Overall, a good place to dine. I would recommend this place to anyone looking for authentic korean food that won't break your piggy bank.

    Pollack Soup with bean sprouts and egg. Yum!!
    Mark R.

    Old school Korean restaurant that is literally a hole in the wall. I love the price, food choices and corky waitresses that remind me of my own mother. This place has the making of great sitcom with unique characters. You will see people from their 20's to 80's, Koreans, Korean Americans, Mexicans, Americans, etc. All types of people from all walks of life just having dinner, laughing and enjoying a warm meal. It's my go to place for late nights when the craving comes alive.

    I have lived in Ktown for 3 years now. My Korean roommate and I have tried pretty much every place in a 2 mile radius of Wilshire and Catalina. We both agree that Mom's house is some real home style delicious Korean food. "Hole in the wall" so to speak, but amazing soon Tofu, side dishes, and Gamjatang. Also open late!

    Beef soup
    Russ C.

    #9Spicy Beef with hot soup was perfect for a cold rainy day. #11 beef rib soup with vegetables also hit the spot. Fried croakers were also good. The side dishes of Kimchi, s Tasty hole in the wall restaurant in Korean town. I'll be back.

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    4.5(385 reviews)
    0.5 miWilshire Center, Koreatown
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    We went shortly after they opened and it got busier as the night went on. The Honey butter chips…read moreare dripping with the honey butter sauce & I wished I had a whole bowl of that. The Grilled jowl was thinly sliced & one of my favorite dishes of the night! The Zabuton came out still sizzling on a bed of onions- I absolutely loved this & it is definitely shareable between 2 or more people. The Scallop pancake had baby scallops cooked in to it- very fluffy & filling, another shareable dish between 2 or more people. The Mushroom bibimbap mixed with the sauce is a great vegetarian dish! Parking- $10 self park in the plaza

    My bf and I had an 8:30pm reservation for his birthday and we were seated immediately upon arrival…read more Our server started us off with water and everything got off to a great start. The ambiance was lovely and perfect for a date night. The dining room felt dark, intimate, and cozy, and I especially loved the little candle on the table. It was a small touch, but it made the experience feel warm and special. We ordered the perilla oil noodle, scallop pancake, pork jowl, and hwaechae milk to share. The perilla oil noodle had a strong perilla aroma which I loved, but beyond that it didn't really taste like much. It wasn't bad but it's probably the one dish I'd skip next time. The scallop pancake was great. It was crispy, packed with scallops, and the dipping sauce complemented it really well. The pork jowl was easily our favorite dish of the night. It was tender, flavorful, and paired perfectly with all of the accompanying condiments. Every bite felt balanced and well thought out. The hwaechae milk was also delicious and refreshing. It was a fun drink to share and a nice contrast to the richer dishes. While the food was good overall, the portions felt pretty small for the price point. Everything tasted good but it was hard not to notice how quickly the dishes disappeared given what we paid. Maybe it was just the specific dishes we ordered but considering Danbi is on the Michelin Guide, I was expecting bolder and more memorable flavors. Korean cuisine is known for being vibrant and packed with flavor so I left feeling a little underwhelmed. Nothing we had was bad but aside from the pork jowl there wasn't a dish that really wowed me. To end the meal, the staff brought us a yuzu popsicle topped with a birthday candle, which ended up being my favorite part of the entire night. The popsicle was perfectly tangy, refreshing, and honestly more memorable than any of the dishes we ordered. It made the celebration feel thoughtful without being over the top. Overall, we had a great experience. The atmosphere was beautiful, the service was attentive, and it was a lovely place to celebrate a special occasion even though it was a bit overhyped given the small portions, high prices, and flavors that didn't quite live up to my expectations. I'd still come back to try the steak tartare, uni bibimbap, and the zabuton!

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    4.3(1.6k reviews)
    0.3 miWilshire Center, Koreatown
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    What more can I say? This K-town staple consistently delivers when you're craving Korean cuisine…read more We started our meal with a generous portion of Haemool Pajeon (Seafood Pancake), which arrived sizzling on a hot plate reminiscent of a Chili's Fajita Plate. Next came the main attraction: the Bossam Plate, featuring simmered and cooled pork belly sliced to perfection. When you wrap all the other ingredients together, they create the perfect bite. Just after the Bossam Plate hits the table, a bubbling cauldron of Kimchi JJigae (Kimchi Stew) follows behind just in time to help wash down the delectable bites of bossam. Don't forget to order some rice because you'll need something to soak up the stew which turns the rice into a whole meal by itself. The service was jovial and welcoming, and like other Korean establishments, they have a handy-dandy button that jolts the attention of every server working whenever you're in need of service. The small space is very cozy, just the way I like it when I'm visiting with my loved ones. They don't have an extensive menu, just the OG staple items, but I feel the taste has improved over the years. I wish Kobawoo were closer to where I live, or I would be here this weekend, but perhaps it's a good thing we're so far apart.

    This place has been here for so long, I haven't been here in yrs! I was in the area so I decide to…read moredo a take out for lunch to take home for me and my family, such a disappointment! $76.80 for 3 dishes and what a puny portions these are, like a kid's portion. Very small kimchi maybe one or two bites. Three orders that I'm surprised that they give such a small amount of banchan. How can establishment justify this high priced meal for such small portions? God and I drove all the way from South Bay, stuck in traffic for almost 1 1/2 hrs of this. Maybe this is the type of place you should dine in only?? Do not ever do take out here! The food in general was just ok. Nothing special and Kimchi soup was very salty. Threw all 3. Wow, what a waste of money. Very disappointing... I guess I won't be coming here ever again.

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    Kobawoo House - Popular place. Had to wait 30 minutes for a table for 6 on a weekday at 6:15pm which is not bad!

    Popular place. Had to wait 30 minutes for a table for 6 on a weekday at 6:15pm which is not bad!

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    Borit Gogae - Dwenjang

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    4.4(514 reviews)
    0.6 miKoreatown
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    Be prepared to walk away feeling very full. We got the set meal here, which came served with…read moreappetizers, barley rice, a lot of banchan (and by that I meant a LOT), soup, congee, dessert, etc. It was definitely more than enough food. We also got an additional order of LA kalbi for some protein. The meat quality was good but I felt like the meat was not marinated long enough and so the flavor was a little bit lacking. If only it just sat in the marinade for a couple more hours, I think this would have been perfect. The tofu soup was not my favorite, to be very honest. There was some flavor in there that made it smell like a stinky towel. Very different from other soondubu soup places and unfortunately not for me. Everything else we had was excellent and I would definitely come back again just for the barley rice and banchan. Service was quick and servers were nice. We also came at 3pm on Saturday so there was no wait. Recommended!

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    Borit Gogae - Restaurant decor- art work and Korean figurines

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    Barley rice mixed with side dishes

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    Ham Ji Park

    Ham Ji Park

    4.2(1.8k reviews)
    0.4 miWilshire Center, Koreatown
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    Really sad that Ham Ji Park is closing down permanently. For years, this place has been our…read morefamily's go-to place for pork spare ribs - the best in town. In fact, we regularly brought visitors here. They raved about how good the spare ribs were and even insisted that their last meal before LA should be at Ham Ji Park.  Here's my belated review of what I consider the best spare ribs in LA. From the moment the Korean-style spare ribs arrived at the table, it was clear this was a dish worth savoring. Each rib bore a beautifully charred exterior--deeply caramelized without a hint of bitterness--offering that irresistible smoky aroma the moment it was placed before us. The glaze was nothing short of spectacular. A perfect balance of sweet and spicy, it clung to the meat with a glossy sheen that promised flavor in every bite. There was just enough heat to make your taste buds sit up and pay attention, but it never overwhelmed the deeper, richer notes of the sweet components. But what truly set these ribs apart was the texture. Beneath the charred surface lay meat so tender it practically fell off the bone with the gentlest tug of a fork. Each bite was juicy and succulent, the result of careful cooking and a respect for quality ingredients. Ham Ji Park, you will be missed. Thank you for the memories. Thank you for the food.

    tl;dr the delectable pork ribs overshadow the otherwise authentic but standard lineup at this…read morenow-shuttered Korean stalwart Los Angeles Koreatown is home to restaurants that specialize in every facet of Korean cuisine. If you're searching for some of the city's best pork, then those in the know will bring up Ham Ji Park. For 2 decades, generous platters of pork ribs and pork neck stew decked every table. Now, our Korean friends lament the loss of their favorite pork joint in the city. The Koreatown proper location is located in the Royal Plaza mini-mall, just a few blocks off bustling Wilshire. Discounted parking is available in a lot across the street from the Chevron gas station. From the street, the entrance is flanked by potted plants and an enclosed street-ery. Inside, stainless steel chairs are pressed up against wooden tables, each outfitted with a metal grill. Oppressive fluorescent lighting shines down on the stone grey walls, which are left undecorated apart from a few flatscreens. Multi-lingual chatter blends with the sizzle of platters. I visited with some friends for a weeknight dinner, and about half of the tables were occupied. We shared a spread of grilled platters and sizzling soups. The meal began with a carafe of barley tea and a mostly standard spread of banchan. Across our food, the best dish was the signature Charbroiled Pork Spare Rib. The ribs were flavorful without feeling gamey, and the meat was complemented by sweet caramelized onions. The pork ribs handily outdid the good-not-great Charbroiled Beef Short Rib. Lastly, the Milt and Cod Rose with Vegetables stew was fishy and briny, appropriately flavored for the Korean palate. The service was appropriately attentive, although I would've appreciated more intentional refills of our banchan ramikens. The rib plates cost upward of $35 each, while the soup was just under $30. The portions were hearty; a single entree platter could reasonably feed 2 moderately hungry bellies. It's a shame to hear that Ham Ji Park has closed; I'm kicking myself for not trying their pork neck stew earlier.

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    Ham Ji Park
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