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Perilla LA serves a nice fresh lunch- the food tastes clean and almost homemade. The beautiful kimbap comes with a mustard sauce, which delivers a nice horseradish-y kick. The cod dosirak is a tasty meal set, with the deeply flavorful doenjang cod and assorted fresh banchan.
Inside is a very small entrance so be sure to come here when it's not too hot. They have a gorgeous space for you to eat outside, which is next to a bakery too! The variety of pickling with various vegetables and the oh-so pretty egg roll made this a well rounded meal I had fun while eating! You have to swing by here. Don't forget to get their yuzu soda!!
Delicious and healthy Korean food that gives off a home-cooked vibe! I visited this tucked away shop for brunch on a Saturday morning and my experience here was great! This small shop is hidden in a small plaza shared with a couple of other businesses. I got the Cod Dosirak and it was delicious! The cod was nicely seasoned and cooked perfectly. It was moist and soft. I also enjoyed the other components of the lunchbox such as the assorted banchan. They were all fresh and delicious. I liked the broccolini the best which wasn't overcooked and was crisp. I also liked the creamy potato salad which had crispy chunks of sweet apple. This lunchbox was $21 and on the smaller side, but I'd say it's worth it considering the ingredients and preparation. It seems like the dish was made using fresh whole foods, so it tasted healthy and refreshing. My friend also mentioned it was like eating food from a family's home which I agreed with. Ordering was pretty easy, you just go in the shop, select what you want, and they will bring it out to you. There's also a big variety of prepared banchan (Korean side dishes) to also take-home to-go. I also liked the outside seating area shared with other businesses. Many of the tables were shaded which was nice. There's also public bathrooms. For parking, it's street parking and I found parking quite easily since I went earlier. Overall, a great experience here and I would recommend to anyone looking for a well-rounded healthy option. This food makes you feel good.
* The Gimbap was an amazing symphony of flavors that all worked well together - the mustard-like sauce they provide gave each piece a refreshing bite * The Garlic Eggplant was very savory with a ton of garlic - definitely lives up to its name * The Cod Dosirak was comprised of a ton of tasty components - a soft rolled egg with a hint of sweetness, a scoop of creamy potato salad, an array of pickled spicy vegetables, a generous amount of rice, and nicely charred and incredibly soft piece of cod * Overall, even though the shop is small, this cute spot offers a wide variety of delicious food that only elevates its already distinct charm
If you're not careful it's easy to miss this hidden gem tucked away -- literally, it's hidden behind another building on a super quiet street. This tiny shop gives very casual chic vibes with a small menu of items you can order and a selection of banchan that made my eyes light up. I picked up a few of their more unique banchan and so far am loving the mushroom bokkeum and garlic eggplant. Also got the cod dosirak that came with various banchan, white rice, and a cute gyeranmaki that ended up being one of the best lunches I've had in awhile. Prices are a bit on the higher side ($6 banchan life adds up fast), but the quality is excellent and we support small businesses in this house. Everything tasted clean, balanced, and homemade, I'll definitely be back!
Came back to Perilla for a second time and had the dosirak cod again - delicious! No bones this time. The banchan was a perfect accompaniment. My friends and I ate behind Cassell's hamburgers in the courtyard. Another Bistro doesn't open til the eve. Bakers Bench (pastries) is adjacent to Cassell's. Cozy outdoor ambience with a fountain and arches. Pleasant area to sit, chill, eat and enjoy the outdoors. We'll be back!
Really Quaint location. Hidden inside a somewhat residential looking building space with different businesses that operate there. There is a small location with only seating outside. you order at the front. They have a wide array of banchan for sale. I went with the chicken doshirak. Plenty of banchan, fluffy rice and the chicken is skin on with a plump amount of meat that is marinated in a soy bean paste and grilled to perfection! wow! Very authentic and a refreshing place to visit.
The cod dosirak was delicious and the banchan that came with it! The house made cucumber yuzu soda was also so good! A bit pricey for the small portions but everything was so tasty, I would go get it again! There's outdoor seating. We went on a Saturday around 12:30pm and there were plenty of seats but I could tell it gets busier later in the afternoon.
I was just looking for a healthy lunch option and didn't think much when I stopped by, but Perilla completely blew me away. Ambiance: Small takeout spot with a simple setup, but the outdoor seating is really nice, with umbrellas for shade. Food: Incredible Korean food that instantly reminded me of home. I got the dosirak, and I loved everything. We also ordered a few extra banchan, and everything tasted fresh, balanced, and made with care. Maybe I'm biased because it reminded me of my mom's cooking, but she's an amazing cook, so I'd say that speaks for itself. You can also grab banchan to go, which is a huge plus if you want to stock up on quality sides for home.
Had such a great first experience at Perilla! My friends and I (3 of us) shared the gimbap, chicken dosirak, and cold soy garlic noodles. Everything was so fresh, flavorful, and absolutely hit the spot. The chicken was my personal favorite, perfectly seasoned and really balanced with the banchan. The owner and her team were so kind and welcoming, and it's clear they all truly love what they're doing. Rocco is so cool, too! It's a quaint spot and super close to the Los Feliz Flea, so you can totally make a whole day/afternoon out of it. Such a great find. Can't wait to come back!
Awesome place for banchan and other Korean snacks. The owner/chef started selling banchan from her home in Koreatown during the pandemic, and now she's opened her first brick 'n mortar place on the edge of Chinatown. It's a tiny place, room for only a few people to order their food. The items are all in to-go plastic containers. There are no indoor seats. You can eat in the patio in front of Perilla, which is shared by other good food spots in this complex (Bakers Bench and Cassell's Hamburgers for now). There are always several banchan to choose from unless they sell out. I've had some great sesame green beans, garlic eggplant, Meiji tofu with gochujang meat sauce, fermented cucumber & melon, and fermented cabbage with perilla leaf. The kimchi of napa cabbage is excellent. Perilla also usually offers a lunch box combo featuring chicken or fish, a banchan combo, and gimbap, among their non-banchan choices. The avocado with nentaiko rice and trout roe was delicious, as was the lunch box with marinated cod. The cold soy garlic noodles are great on a hot day. Their address is on Alpine St, but the actual entrance to Perilla and the patio is on Centennial St next to Heavy Water Coffee. It's around the corner from Eastside Italian Deli. It's usually not a problem to find street parking in the area although I try to avoid the main lunch rush at Eastside. The chef has been recognized by the LA Times and the James Beard Foundation for her excellence. It's an extraordinary place for banchan and other dishes.
Serving Korean homestyle dishes, Perilla LA is a cute cozy restaurant in a small plaza that has the best home cooked meals hands down. They have various Korean banchan and originally I was here for Umma's book launch, but this is such a hidden gem! Wish more people knew about this place from the quality, consistency, and love poured into each meal.
A fun small Korean bistro/ cafe that focuses on banchan. The rest of the menu as well as the setting here is light and bright. Perfect for a light, healthy lunch. I came in and ordered the dosirak with cod. It was deliciously marinated cod served on perfectly steamed rice. This was also accompanied by some seasonal banchan. I ordered some additional banchan - the garlic eggplant to go along with my meal and some of their cucumber yuzu soda to wash everything down. Such a unique atmosphere. It feels like a few houses that were converted into restaurants that all kind of share the same courtyard. I would almost describe it as a culinary compound, lol. Also helps that the folks here were just so friendly. Definitely want to come back and try some of their other assorted and delicious looking banchan.
6 months ago
Such a cute place!!! It's hidden behind a coffee shop and burger place. It took me a minute to find it, but walk towards the coffee shop and there's a "driveway" to the right of the coffee shop which has a courtyard of food places. Walk straight up and you will see a tiny looking house. I saw them on "Worth it". Lady behind the counter was so nice and helpful. I went for the potato salad, $6. This one has apples and cucumber in the mix. Pretty good! Kimchi is just perfectly layered And delicious! $8. It is worth it as you could tell it's homemade and not processed. Plenty of other Banchan to choose from! Kimbap and a whole menu. You can eat out in the courtyard. Street parking. read more
If you LOVE banchan, Perilla is the place for you! This takeout-only space has no room inside for tables. A cold case offers an array of pre-packed banchan, and hot boxes are ordered at the same register where you pay. May sure you order the Dosirak for rich slices of buttery black cod. You get to try four banchan with it as well. The Mushroom Dupbap is another hot option. The maitakes are fresh and perfectly cooked but could use a little less salt. A side of Smoked Eggs is a must. These are the best thing they make aside from the cod. Not all banchan are made equal, and it seems all the mushrooms are a miss. Mushroom Bokkeum is mostly tofu, and the Jang a Ji has maybe 6 slices of king trumpet mushroom. Love the mix of sweet and spicy from the Fermented Cucumber with Korean Pear, and the Spigarello Namul is umami and mild. I didn't love everything I ate, but I do love coming here. The banchan can be hit or miss, but the cod is fantastic, and it's just so much fun to try it all! read more
I liked the cold soy garlic noodles, spicy beef dupbap, and cucumber yuzu soda. The cold soy garlic noodles was tasty, but it's nothing that unique and nowadays you can get good garlic noodles at a lot of places in LA. The beef in the spicy beef dupbap was very tasty pairing well with the rice. I thought the cucumber and yuzu flavors in the cucumber yuzu soda complemented one another so well, and adding them in soda makes the ultimate refreshing drink. The gimbap imo had good quality ingredients but tasted just fine (the mustard sauce this came with did elevate this a little). The cod dosirak was pretty good because the cod had good flavor (but the portion of cod was kind of small). This restaurant can feel unique (I think mainly because they have a focus on banchan) but I don't think it's that distinctive of a restaurant after trying its food. You can find the same types of food and same level of banchan at plenty of other Korean restaurants in LA. Portions here are on the smaller side too. The seating is outdoors in a courtyard, which can either be a positive or a negative depending on what you're looking for. read more
6 days ago
Perilla LA serves a nice fresh lunch- the food tastes clean and almost homemade. The beautiful kimbap comes with a mustard sauce, which delivers a nice horseradish-y kick. The cod dosirak is a tasty meal set, with the deeply flavorful doenjang cod and assorted fresh banchan. read more
Inside is a very small entrance so be sure to come here when it's not too hot. They have a gorgeous space for you to eat outside, which is next to a bakery too! The variety of pickling with various vegetables and the oh-so pretty egg roll made this a well rounded meal I had fun while eating! You have to swing by here. Don't forget to get their yuzu soda!! read more
Delicious and healthy Korean food that gives off a home-cooked vibe! I visited this tucked away shop for brunch on a Saturday morning and my experience here was great! This small shop is hidden in a small plaza shared with a couple of other businesses. I got the Cod Dosirak and it was delicious! The cod was nicely seasoned and cooked perfectly. It was moist and soft. I also enjoyed the other components of the lunchbox such as the assorted banchan. They were all fresh and delicious. I liked the broccolini the best which wasn't overcooked and was crisp. I also liked the creamy potato salad which had crispy chunks of sweet apple. This lunchbox was $21 and on the smaller side, but I'd say it's worth it considering the ingredients and preparation. It seems like the dish was made using fresh whole foods, so it tasted healthy and refreshing. My friend also mentioned it was like eating food from a family's home which I agreed with. Ordering was pretty easy, you just go in the shop, select what you want, and they will bring it out to you. There's also a big variety of prepared banchan (Korean side dishes) to also take-home to-go. I also liked the outside seating area shared with other businesses. Many of the tables were shaded which was nice. There's also public bathrooms. For parking, it's street parking and I found parking quite easily since I went earlier. Overall, a great experience here and I would recommend to anyone looking for a well-rounded healthy option. This food makes you feel good. read more
* The Gimbap was an amazing symphony of flavors that all worked well together - the mustard-like sauce they provide gave each piece a refreshing bite * The Garlic Eggplant was very savory with a ton of garlic - definitely lives up to its name * The Cod Dosirak was comprised of a ton of tasty components - a soft rolled egg with a hint of sweetness, a scoop of creamy potato salad, an array of pickled spicy vegetables, a generous amount of rice, and nicely charred and incredibly soft piece of cod * Overall, even though the shop is small, this cute spot offers a wide variety of delicious food that only elevates its already distinct charm read more
If you're not careful it's easy to miss this hidden gem tucked away -- literally, it's hidden behind another building on a super quiet street. This tiny shop gives very casual chic vibes with a small menu of items you can order and a selection of banchan that made my eyes light up. I picked up a few of their more unique banchan and so far am loving the mushroom bokkeum and garlic eggplant. Also got the cod dosirak that came with various banchan, white rice, and a cute gyeranmaki that ended up being one of the best lunches I've had in awhile. Prices are a bit on the higher side ($6 banchan life adds up fast), but the quality is excellent and we support small businesses in this house. Everything tasted clean, balanced, and homemade, I'll definitely be back! read more
Came back to Perilla for a second time and had the dosirak cod again - delicious! No bones this time. The banchan was a perfect accompaniment. My friends and I ate behind Cassell's hamburgers in the courtyard. Another Bistro doesn't open til the eve. Bakers Bench (pastries) is adjacent to Cassell's. Cozy outdoor ambience with a fountain and arches. Pleasant area to sit, chill, eat and enjoy the outdoors. We'll be back! read more
11 months ago
Really Quaint location. Hidden inside a somewhat residential looking building space with different businesses that operate there. There is a small location with only seating outside. you order at the front. They have a wide array of banchan for sale. I went with the chicken doshirak. Plenty of banchan, fluffy rice and the chicken is skin on with a plump amount of meat that is marinated in a soy bean paste and grilled to perfection! wow! Very authentic and a refreshing place to visit. read more
2 years ago
The cod dosirak was delicious and the banchan that came with it! The house made cucumber yuzu soda was also so good! A bit pricey for the small portions but everything was so tasty, I would go get it again! There's outdoor seating. We went on a Saturday around 12:30pm and there were plenty of seats but I could tell it gets busier later in the afternoon. read more
2 years ago
I was just looking for a healthy lunch option and didn't think much when I stopped by, but Perilla completely blew me away. Ambiance: Small takeout spot with a simple setup, but the outdoor seating is really nice, with umbrellas for shade. Food: Incredible Korean food that instantly reminded me of home. I got the dosirak, and I loved everything. We also ordered a few extra banchan, and everything tasted fresh, balanced, and made with care. Maybe I'm biased because it reminded me of my mom's cooking, but she's an amazing cook, so I'd say that speaks for itself. You can also grab banchan to go, which is a huge plus if you want to stock up on quality sides for home. read more
1 year ago
Had such a great first experience at Perilla! My friends and I (3 of us) shared the gimbap, chicken dosirak, and cold soy garlic noodles. Everything was so fresh, flavorful, and absolutely hit the spot. The chicken was my personal favorite, perfectly seasoned and really balanced with the banchan. The owner and her team were so kind and welcoming, and it's clear they all truly love what they're doing. Rocco is so cool, too! It's a quaint spot and super close to the Los Feliz Flea, so you can totally make a whole day/afternoon out of it. Such a great find. Can't wait to come back! read more
9 months ago
Awesome place for banchan and other Korean snacks. The owner/chef started selling banchan from her home in Koreatown during the pandemic, and now she's opened her first brick 'n mortar place on the edge of Chinatown. It's a tiny place, room for only a few people to order their food. The items are all in to-go plastic containers. There are no indoor seats. You can eat in the patio in front of Perilla, which is shared by other good food spots in this complex (Bakers Bench and Cassell's Hamburgers for now). There are always several banchan to choose from unless they sell out. I've had some great sesame green beans, garlic eggplant, Meiji tofu with gochujang meat sauce, fermented cucumber & melon, and fermented cabbage with perilla leaf. The kimchi of napa cabbage is excellent. Perilla also usually offers a lunch box combo featuring chicken or fish, a banchan combo, and gimbap, among their non-banchan choices. The avocado with nentaiko rice and trout roe was delicious, as was the lunch box with marinated cod. The cold soy garlic noodles are great on a hot day. Their address is on Alpine St, but the actual entrance to Perilla and the patio is on Centennial St next to Heavy Water Coffee. It's around the corner from Eastside Italian Deli. It's usually not a problem to find street parking in the area although I try to avoid the main lunch rush at Eastside. The chef has been recognized by the LA Times and the James Beard Foundation for her excellence. It's an extraordinary place for banchan and other dishes. read more
Serving Korean homestyle dishes, Perilla LA is a cute cozy restaurant in a small plaza that has the best home cooked meals hands down. They have various Korean banchan and originally I was here for Umma's book launch, but this is such a hidden gem! Wish more people knew about this place from the quality, consistency, and love poured into each meal. read more
A fun small Korean bistro/ cafe that focuses on banchan. The rest of the menu as well as the setting here is light and bright. Perfect for a light, healthy lunch. I came in and ordered the dosirak with cod. It was deliciously marinated cod served on perfectly steamed rice. This was also accompanied by some seasonal banchan. I ordered some additional banchan - the garlic eggplant to go along with my meal and some of their cucumber yuzu soda to wash everything down. Such a unique atmosphere. It feels like a few houses that were converted into restaurants that all kind of share the same courtyard. I would almost describe it as a culinary compound, lol. Also helps that the folks here were just so friendly. Definitely want to come back and try some of their other assorted and delicious looking banchan. read more
11 months ago
I had the chicken doskirak which was grilled marinated chicken thigh over white rice, and 5 banchans. The food was tasty, fresh, and healthy. It was surprisingly filling. The price is a bit high for take-out food served in to-go boxes, but the portion is not bad. Outdoor seating only in the shared patio/courtyard. The location is a courtyard of remodeled bungalows repurposed for restaurants. Super unique. You can feel that this used to be a home for people and it feels a bit strange to re-purpose it for commercial space. But I also loved it, because it was nostalgic. This is an area of Chinatown where residential and neighborhood shops start to converge. Parking is free on the street, no meters. read more
Food - 4/5 I've been here a few times and the food is always good. My usual go-to is the garlic soy noodles and spicy beef dubap. I've tried the cod before and chicken but the dubap and noodles are my favorite. The gimbap is usually sold out but not my favorite. It's solid but probably won't be on the regular rotation when I pickup food here. Service - 4/5 Everyone is super friendly. I've come here for both walk up ordering and order in advance. If you come early or off peak it's a fairly quick turn around but come during a busy time and sometimes your order in advance order isn't ready yet. Ambiance - 4/5 This is a small shop with outside seating in a court yard area that is shared with the other businesses in the area. The shop itself is small fitting at most maybe 4 customers at a time. No parking lot and limited street parking in the area read more
Very cute area with a couple of eateries around. Plenty of tables and seating area in between the shops. I ordered the cod lunchbox, which also came with a few different ban chans. It was quite tasty and the meal felt very light and refreshing. The rice was on the softer side for me. Overall, a nice bite if you're in the area. My friend and I found street parking about 0.5 mile away. Would visit again. read more
My favorite place to stop by for lunch or take out in Chinatown is Perilla. I buy the rolled egg and banchan in bulk to last me the week. Garlic cold noodles, gimbap and avocado and mentaiko over rice is my ultimate comfort meal. Warmest service and all dishes are crafted with outmost love. read more
2 years ago
Perilla is situated in a cute little courtyard in Chinatown, with neighboring hipster looking coffee shop, bakery and burger restaurant, all of which looked quite good, with a trip back to try them out. Perilla itself is located in a small shop, just enough for you to walk in to order and see all the banchans available for order. I ordered the Dosirak, which came with 2 generous pieces of cod and 4 banchans the store chooses and one half of a smoked egg. The cod was delicious, well cooked, and the smokiness of the egg definitely came thru. The restaurant of the banchan was fine (I am not a good judge of banchan). Came to $20, and definitely enough for a full meal. The courtyard has tables, and we found more tables available around the corner next to a cute little garden. Parking is easy street parking. read more
came for my first TGTG surprise bag, service was so nice, there's a small but cute little courtyard in the back, it's next to a coffee shop- I will definitely be back we had the garlic noodles, grilled chicken and a potato salad. read more
2 years ago
Went to Perilla LA in the late afternoon. Perilla's is located on the outskirts of LA's Chinatown in a quaint courtyard. Cassell's burgers is located in the main craftsman's house with Perilla's and Baker's Bench occupying the courtyard bungalows. I think there's also a coffee shop as you enter the property, but both the coffee shop and bakery were closed when I got there. Perilla's is a small place with tables outside in the courtyard. They have a refrigerated case filled with the banchan they included in my meal. I took a few "to go" which I plan on adding to some cold Korean style noodles the next day. I ordered the Dosirak with cod which was suggested. The cod was moist and flavorful. It came with a sample of the banchan offerings, marinated egg, rolled egg with seaweed, eggplant, potato salad, etc. it was a nice afternoon meal that hit the spot but wasn't too filling. I also ordered the homemade cucumber yuzu soda which was refreshing and not overpowered with yuzu. I had my pups with me, so this was a great place to bring them as the patio at that time was relatively empty except for the couple with the leashed cat. Street parking was also easily available. Definitely a good place to get a quick meal. Though at a different time, it may be more crowded, but then you could also get a coffee and pastries. read more
I'm not big on Korean food but this changed that. I will definitely be back. It's tucked away in a neighborhood. There is a few other establishments in this complex. Parking is rough because it's a busy area and surrounded by apartments. We got lucky and found street parking fast but I would say if you get nervous about parking this place might be an issue. Staff was friendly and they have clean restrooms. Outside seating only. Spicy beef and rice -10/10 rice is moist and fluffy, beef is full of flavor with a little kick. I forgot the name but it's a roll with rice, egg, veggies and avocado inside a seaweed wrap -10/10 i enjoyed it because I'm not a seafood fan but this looked like sushi without seafood inside lol. It comes with a wasabi mustard to put on top. Definitely give it a try! read more
Perilla LA has posted up in a tiny house at the back of a quiet courtyard on Alpine Street. It is a cozy shop with a fridge of tantalizing banchan packs and gimbap rolls. You can also get dosirak, which is a lunch box containing an assortment of banchan and a choice of protein. Dosirak with Cod: You can get this lunch box with chicken or cod. The black cod is so silky soft from delicate grilling with such a rich buttery flavor coaxed by a gentle touch of soy paste. Atop a bed of sticky rice, it is surrounded by some well-crafted banchan. The potato salad has a refreshing crunch from the apples, Korean pears, and pickles. The broccolini has a vivid peppery taste (that I can't quite place) that is mixed with egglike tofu bits. The gyeran mari is an egg roll, rolled up like a Fruit by the Foot candy. It has a nice firm chew with a seaweed center. The green beans are crunchy with a fermented sauce. Lastly, the green briny leaves are tangy with a little bit of spice. Dining area: The large courtyard has half a dozen tables spread out across the edges. Outdoor speakers play tranquil beats. Parking: There's plenty of street parking. read more
7 months ago
The Too Good To Go item is delicious. I didn't check how much it is if not TGTG. Both noodle and chicken were good read more
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3 years ago
First and foremost, the entrance to Perilla is on Centennial St, not on Alpine like Google maps would tell you. Perilla is nested in a cozy little courtyard in a quiet residential neighborhood surrounded by small house type shops (most are empty, but it looks like a second post of Baker's Bench and a Cassell's hamburgers is coming, making it an area to watch). Cozy is actually an apt word to describe Perilla, and maybe thoughtful too. They serve "elevated" Korean food, with an emphasis on the banchan. I struggle to say elevated, because what are the connotations of that word? If you know how Perilla started, you understand why they're a media darling. A young entrepreneurial chef with an immigrant background takes traditional food into an interesting spin (here, the rotating banchan menu dependent on seasonality of ingredients) , starting in her own garage with Instagram orders and finally moving into her own place. With this different take, Perilla aims to cater to a certain audience and at perhaps, a slightly higher price point. Hipster Korean place. I tease, but I do actually think the food is high quality and thoughtful! I ordered the cod dosirak, and ok yes it was $20 for a rice bowl, but wow the cod was so good! It was buttery and slightly sweet and wonderfully grilled and flaked beautifully. The dosirak came with different banchan, and I thought the egg roll with seaweed was so funny --a charming little spiral. The collard greens kimchi was really cool, and while I don't really like bitter vegetables, I appreciate the concept. I also really liked their potato salad, it had tiny chunks of apple and pickles that was super yummy. If I'm in the area, I'd like to try the gimbap and smoky eggs next time. Overall, I really admire the type of food Perilla is producing and I hope they have a lot of success. Places like this tend to burn a little too bright, but I hope they get the chance to stay in the neighborhood for multiple years. read more
2 years ago
Date: September 5, 2024 The bestie mentioned this place to me so decided to come check it out. It's so hidden that I missed it the first time around. It's towards the end of the hill and located inside a little trail. No parking lot so you have to park on the street which was also another mission. Parked and walked down with the help of the GPS and found it! There are no tables inside as it's a small banchan store so all the chairs and tables are outside in the courtyard. You go in and order and then they bring your food out to you. They have utensils and water outside for you to grab as you please. I ordered the Mushroom Dupbak (15$) and got the egg seaweed (6$) on the side. I'm not a huge mushroom person to begin with, but I wanted to try it out. Unfortunately the flavoring wasn't there for me but it wasn't bad. Not my type of cuisine. The egg was good but nothing special in my opinion. Overall, glad I got to try it out but it's just not my type of cuisine / taste. Workers and owner are all super friendly and the spot is super cute! Love that there are other stores around to walk to and just the being outdoors is always fun! (Just not now in 100+ weather). read more
NOTE: Dined in/took some home on 10/15/23 and 11/25/23. It's in this cute little courtyard with the entrance on Centennial. Outdoor seating only! When one thinks of Banchan, it often conjures up images of side dishes that you get at Korean restaurants. Common ones include potato salad, variations of pickled veggies, fish cake, etc. Perilla elevates these side dishes to main dish status, and there's no other place like it in town. I think since things rotate out so quickly, I'll speak a bit more generally about how I feel towards the food here. First of all, there's a lot that I've never had and ended up really enjoying, such as the marinated okra (out of season by the time of this review, sadly). I'm used to having okra in soups and I tend to avoid it, but the way it soaks up the sweet, slightly vinegar-y sauce that it swims in here... it's addicting. One of the mainstays is the smoked egg. I've had all sorts of marinated boiled/smoked eggs, but this is my favorite variation. There's a slight hint of yuzu in there that cuts lightly through the richness of the egg and keeps the egg from getting too sweet, salty, and smoky. My only complaint is that sometimes the eggs are a little overcooked based on my own preferences, as I prefer my eggs to have almost a jelly-like consistency inside when they're marinated. During my first visit, they were closing up for the day and so I didn't get to try any of their cooked dishes. We opted to try the cold soy garlic noodles instead, which I believe are always on the menu. Not much to say about them... solid noodles but nothing to really write home about. They taste exactly like you would imagine based on the name. I'm very much looking forward to trying what the kitchen has to offer, though and I'm hoping that Perilla sticks around for a while. It's a great spot to chill at with some friends, or even to grab a few items for takeaway, especially since they do offer dosirak (packed meals) so you can become the envy of the office. I'll be trying one of those next time. read more
Not your typical Korean food. I would say a bit more refined. You can get the banchan a la carte (prepackaged) or as a combo with rice. Tried the Garlic Eggplant a la carte, which was very tasty, but the portion was light. I really liked the Cod Dosirak. You get 2 decent-sized pieces of well-prepared cod along with a random mix of banchan. The banchan we got were Kimchi Collard Greens, Rolled Egg, Sesame Green Bean, Potato Salad & Garlic Eggplant. The highlights were Kimchi Collard Greens & Garlic Eggplant. We also had the Mushroom Dupbap, a generous amount of flavorful mushroom. If you like greens, you will love this dish. We also tried the Cucumber Soda, which was refreshing. No indoor seating, but there are tables in the common area surrounded by various businesses housed in a "bungalow." You can't really see the eatery off the street. You have to walk the driveway to get there. Look for the driveway next to Heavy Water Coffee Shop on Centennial Street. Street parking is available. read more
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Perilla is a korean superette located in a cute and hidden area. The inside is very small so the only seating is at the tables in front of the shop. As we entered, the famous owner, Jihee Kim, eagerly offered to help us with our order. We ordered a gimbap (from the shelf), dosirak chicken, and the dosirak cod. On our way out we made the last minute decision to purchase a few of the banchan sides. And good thing we did that because one of our favorite items ended up being the sugar snap peas! After devouring the peas we ran to Chef Kim and asked to buy 2 more containers! Overall everything we ate tasted very fresh and homemade in a "comforting" way. From the decorative and intentional packaging to the friendliness of the owner, I don't think I could ask for a better korean meal experience. Each item ranges from $6-$20 so I would call that affordable for the quality you're getting and for being in LA! Come to Perilla immediately! read more
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