Returning customer because my friend bought the wings from here and they were good…read more They offered me popcorn while I was waiting by myself for my to-go order and they offered more pickled radish, so sweet! Waited about 30 minutes for 64 wings but I also got there right at 5pm when they opened

Came around 10pm on a Thursday night and it was pretty quiet as expected not in the center of…read morek-town. This also meant slow service. We got seated eventually and ordered fried chicken, stir fried chicken gizzard, and their spicy stir fried octopus w/noodles Bad & ugly: Stir fried gizzard was fine, but their onions did not pair well at all. We thought it was rotten and asked for a remake, which they reassured us that the onions were fresh, and that the flavors probably didn't go together. They didn't charge us and also took the dish away which was a bummer despite the gizzard already not having that much on its plate... forgot to take a photo of that Spicy stir fried squid: I highly DO NOT recommend getting this unless you like mostly veggies. $30+ for ~10 tiny pieces of squid is absurd. I've had better dishes of this elsewhere Overall experience was a huge let down. Although they asked if we wanted to order something else instead, I did not want to risk ordering something else just to be disappointed. They did offer a beverage on the house ‍ BLUF: I only recommend the chicken here. Parking is free and plenty, but at least the dishes we ordered were a ripoff

Came to watch the FIFA World Cup final and got lucky with a table. We called on the drive over and…read morethey held one for us which was clutch since last time we had bailed for Super Bowl when it was too packed. TVs everywhere so it's a great spot to catch a game and atmosphere during the match was fun. Solid draft beer selection. Food was delicious especially the sweet potato fries and you can't go wrong with Korean fried chicken (comes with cabbage salad and pickled radish). I liked the original over the spicy mostly for the crispiness. Our waiter was a bit slammed at times but fair enough given the crowd. There's valet but we found street parking, no problem.

I went to Hite Kwang-Jang to watch the USA vs. Belgium game, and even though the USA lost, we still…read morehad an amazing time. The atmosphere was lively and energetic, making it the perfect place to watch a big game with friends. Everyone was having fun, and the whole place had a great neighborhood sports-bar feeling. We ordered the chicken, tteokbokki, and plenty of beer. Everything was delicious and perfect for sharing while watching the game. We also had the kimchi pancakes as anju, and they were one of the highlights of the meal--crispy, flavorful, and a perfect match with a cold beer. The food, drinks, service, and atmosphere all made the experience special. This was honestly one of the best places I've visited for Korean food, drinks, and watching sports. Even with the disappointing result of the game, we left happy and had a memorable night. I'll definitely be coming back for another game and more great food!

After a long day at work, I suddenly had a craving for samgyeopsal, so I went out with my…read morecoworkers. The first place that came to mind was "Dukgeobi Jip." Grilling thick slices of pork belly with aged kimchi on a hot iron lid was absolutely amazing. We also tried their yukhoe (Korean beef tartare) for the first time, and it was just as impressive. The only downside was the kimchi stew at the end--it was a bit more like soup than a proper stew. Still, overall it's a great spot with excellent value for money. Definitely worth a visit!

Finally tried this place after driving past it so many times, and wow... total hidden gem…read more The pork jawl was thick-cut and insanely good. Juicy, rich, and cooked just right The yukhoe was super soft, and they give you a generous amount of pear, so it was more than enough to share Also need to talk about the kimchi. It's house-made and you can tell. They grill it on the iron plate with the meat, so the pork fat hits the kimchi and basically stir-fries it for you. Simple, but so good The steamed egg was fluffy and soft, exactly how it should be Service was super fast, and watching the owner cut the meat was honestly impressive. The speed and precision were straight-up Wolverine level Blink and it's already perfectly sliced. Also, the little detail of having photos of happy baby pigs up on the wall while you're eating pork is wild in the best way. That sense of humor is on another level But honestly, the best part might be the vibe. It feels a little worn-in, like an old-school Korean pork BBQ spot. For a second, I genuinely felt like I was back in Korea I always thought this place would be my kind of spot just from seeing it while driving by, and I'm so glad I finally stopped in. Found a true hidden gem and lowkey hoping it does not get too popular

This place is a favorite spot for us. It was closed for a while, I don't think people realized it…read morehas opened back up cuz we have been here multiple times now and it's so empty! Where is every body? They are missing out! They have 50% off appetizers on Tuesdays. We come here every other Tuesday to try two different things, it's such good quality for such a great price, so I'm shocked that this place is not bumping more. Hugh recommend you come by, they validate parking here! We have had the honey cream apple slices, kimchi pancake, corn cheese, yakitori (octopus balls), sharing ceviche and truffle fries. Every single thing has been bomb. I really want this place to survive, so hope it gets more traction in the future. Also the vibe is really cool, very retro and is inspired by a night in 1980s Seoul. Never been to Seoul, nor was alive in the 80s, but it is a great place to LARP.

Great drinks and awesome service! Super friendly people love the aesthetic and the vibe, great…read moremusic as well.

Hwang Hae Do has been a staple for me since I was a kid, and it's been around for almost 40 years…read morefor a reason. Their bulgogi yuksoo is my go to, and it never disappoints. The $110 combo is a great deal, plenty of food for five people to leave full. It comes with shrimp stir fry, Korean pancakes, dumplings (if you skip the soju or beer), and a steamed egg. We passed on the alcohol and got dumplings instead, which was a solid choice. Everything tasted fresh and well made. One of the best tips: take some of the broth from the bulgogi dish, mix it with rice, and you get an insanely flavorful soup. Always a great experience here.

I heard this place has a unique style of bulgogi hotpot and decided to check it out…read more Came here for lunch on a weekday and they were not busy; 2 tables including us. The bulgogi hotpot was indeed unique. It's kind of a fusion with Vietnamese style rice paper wraps. The hotpot itself consisted of only a few slices of beef along with a large mix of veggies and clear noodles and a pot full of beef broth. The mixture was then wrapped in the rehydrated rice paper wraps. It was a bit messy to eat but was fairly tasty and interesting. We also ordered a stir fried squid with vegetables. It was quite spicy but decently flavorful. The food, including the banchans, were generally tasty but I had a couple of issues with this place. Besides a few combos in the menu there are several additional options shown by pictures hung on the walls. Their prices were not clearly indicated. That's why we were surprised by the $44 price tag of the stir fried squid on our check. We were used to it being sub$30 at most other places with larger portions. They also charge pretty large tolls for leftover containers, which almost every other place provides for free. We had to pay $6 for 2 medium paper , 1 plastic, and 1 small paper containers. It seems the focus here is to serve variety of liquors with their meals. I guess the guests usually don't mind the prices after several bottles of soju.

We finally decided to try Jang An for a quick lunch after passing by the place everytime we drive…read moredown Olympic Blvd. It's located across the street from the Hannam Chain Korean market. We ordered the mixed doenjang jjigae (soybean paste soup) and grilled mackerel. The doenjang jjigae was decent, nothing special and reminds of me home-style cooking. The grilled mackerel was actually pretty good...perfectly grilled with a crispy exterior. I wouldn't mind coming back here for their grilled fish items, especially because it's hard to grill fish at home like that. The owners also seem like really nice people, and the service was great! Jang An is a no frills, comfortable, hole in the wall type of place. It ain't fancy, but it's perfect for a quick, home-style Korean meal.

Real authentic Korean food. I was so eager to find this type of real Baekban-jib and finally I…read morefound it. The food was really comfort, and it feels like I am having my mom's food in Korea. The service was good. My mother in law tried Korean deep fried fishes for the first time and they were helping her The restaurant feels like old school Korean restaurant and I loved it. If you are looking for Korean home style food, this place is it. 자극적인 맛이 아니라 집밥 스타일의 슴슴한 맛을 가진 아침식사가 너무 먹고싶었는데 인스타에서 추천보고 찾아갔다가 너무 맛있게 먹고 왔습니다 백반집 찾으시면 완전 추천이에요! 가자미, 조기구이, 불고기 정식, 된장찌개 먹었는데 다음엔 오징어볶음 꼭 먹어보려구요 잘먹고왔습니다

loooove kitchen sooda! definitely my favorite pocha rn!!…read more my friend has taken me here 2 times now, and both times did not disappoint! service is quick and friendly, and i love the outdoor seating area because it feels so open and i love being able to be a little loud with my friends and not feel like it's bouncing off the walls after a night of drinking! that matters!! haha the food is so yum and cooked to perfection!!!! what we've ordered both times (and LOVED both times!!!): - Bool Dak: this chicken is so delicious and has a nice spice!!! the cheese is necessary imo to balance out the spice, but i will order this every time for sure - Stir Fried Spicy Pork Belly: i'm not a big pork belly girl, but this dish is so flavorful and it goes great with some rice!! - Fish Cake Soup: MY FAVORITE !!! warms you up, sobers you up, makes your tummy VERY happy!! - Truffle Fries: and ofc some fries bc i love fries HAHA and these are very crispy !! yummm parking - make sure to have some cash for valet, or you can try to look for street parking around the area!! there's also a lot in the back that sometimes doesn't cost $$, but i think that's only late into the night before closing? not too sure, but just be prepared !! can't wait for our next night out in LA so that we can come here after for the best late night grub :)

This spot has become my go-to pocha in Ktown!…read more My friend introduced me to this spot and I'm so impressed by the quality and good vibes. Their fries, pork belly, and chicken buldak were all so flavorful and yummy. Service was super quick and the servers were very attentive checking in on us. I love the outdoor patio space as it makes for a great late night hangout spot for a large group or date nights. Make sure to bring some cash for the valet parking lot!

It's inside HK Market, came to try from bay area, it is so good, kimbaps are two rolls in every…read morebox. Love it still eating after 1 day.

Worst restaurant ever. DO NOT GO HERE. I found bug in my food!!! Disgusting and horrible…read moreexperience. Seriously do not eat here. The owner guy just flat out denied it came from the food and was so rude and did nothing about it. It's absolutely not acceptable