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This was a definite 3.5 rounded up to a 4. Don't get me wrong... Weekend might've hit then in a off day BUT the meat was tough and chewy. We got that HUGE dish that was beef ribs, ox tails and backbone which are cuts of beef that need to be braised for a LONG time. As those cuts are normally tough, you have to cook them for a long time to get them soft BUT the dish that we got were all tough. :/ color me disappointed as the dish very very flavorful!! So freaking yummy but I had to remove a star as the meat was soooooo tough!! The other part is the stew like dish was the potatoes. When the potaoes were cooked well...OMG...they were tender and soooooo very delicious!! BUT most of the potaoes in our dish were half cooked so they were edible BUT some were almost crunchy. :/ This is why I removed .5 star as well. Now the other part of the food which is banchan. The Banchan... OMG!! It was sooooo good! The fermented daicons cubes were mouthwateriny delicious!! Perfect flavor, perfect crunch! The "kimchi" and I use quotes as their kimchi was the fresh one before the kimchi was fermented was delicious which is odd for me as I normally do not like them BUT this one was soooooooo good!! They also had that dried daicon kimchi that was soooooo good until I eat a piece of squid. O_O I hate squid. Yuck. The service was only ok as you had to flag down the server which is kinda normal for restaurants like this. And the ambiance was BUSY. As in the restaurant was soooooo busy. We got there for early dinner time and we didn't have to wait BUT once we were done eating, WOW!! The line was out the door!! It was crazy!! They had lots of tables and people were eating and leaving so the turn around was pretty quick. The decor was kinda cool as they had depictions of old Korean daily life in old school painting looks all over the wall. It was kinda cool. They also had sodas, milkis and banana milk too. Overall, this was good place but they do need to work on cooking the meat longer to make it a little more tender as the toughness of the meat kinda marred and overall good experience.
Now having four locations across the LA metro area, Sun Nong Dan is known for their beef, both as soup (tang) and braised (jjim) that can be torched tableside. It is open 24 hours, 7 days a week, with the entire menu being available. Our group of five came here after the LAFC futball match on a Saturday, and had a really good time. Sun Nong Dan means a ritualistic royal altar from the Korean Joseon dynasty, where a sacrificed ox would be shared with the people, often in the form of ox bone soup. The first location opened in K-Town in 2013. This location opened about 5 years ago at a former Sizzler, and is within walking distance from the Wilshire/Western metro station. We got there a bit after 11 pm, and there was a bit of a line, but still got seated after a short wait. Service was efficient, and everything is well organized. Simple banchans (they were OK) were delivered, along with water for us to self serve. Chadol Sulung Tang ($21.99, Ox Bone Soup with beef brisket) - the diner who had eaten here the most, took charge and seasoned the broth properly with salt and pepper before giving each of us a portion. The soup was very good, and served as a good appetizer. We also got individual bowls of rice as well. Galbi Jjim ($119.99 for large, plus $10 for cheese) - this was brought to the table, and then immediately torched with a portable butane torch. I immediately was worried that the dish would then taste like burnt gas, but it didn't. The melted cheese did add to the presentation and taste. We had ordered it mild (less spicy), so maybe that's why the broth wasn't that tasty or hearty. I also wished the bone-in pieces had been braised a lot longer, so the cartilage was softer. Extra meat pieces were added with strips of galbi (similar to what one would get from LA style without the bones). For a place that specializes in this, thinking that dish could have been a lot better. They do offer a limited selection of alcohol here, with everything in bottles. We ordered 2 bottles of Hite ($9.99 each) and 3 bottles of Soju ($14.99 each) for our table. It went well with the food. We finished the tang, and ended up bringing about half of the jjim back home. I paid at at the table, with tip being commensurate with the excellent service we received. Our group was done within an hour, with my brother/me taking a lyft back (since the trains had stopped running by that time), and our guests being picked up to go back home. It ended up being a long, but very enjoyable day.
Service wasn't the greatest and you have to pay $5 to park in the parking lot. The signature dish galbi jjim was by far the best Korean I've had in LA so far. The flavor was like the meat was marinating in it and it was so tender. The portion was massive it is meant to share between 4 people. Presentation was just Awesome. They blowtorch the cheese on it in front of You. It is a bit pricey but you're getting quality and huge portions. It had ttkebokki in it as well along with potatoes. If You order it with cheese the cheese pull is crazy so use the scissors to cut it.
As an unabashed lover of Korean food, it'd be safe to say I was more than a little stoked to finally make my way back to KTown. More than the prospect of just getting some amazing Korean food, though, I was long overdue for a trip back. Criminally overdue, actually. In fact, in the decade or so that had passed, nearly every place that we visited on that trip has already come and gone! Thankfully, between how busy they were and their four different locations, it doesn't seem like I'll have to worry about Sun Nong Dan meeting that same fate! Of the MANY of restaurants I had bookmarked to try in KTown, Sun Nong Dan and their galbijjim was right at the top of the list. During our drive over here, I was already bursting with excitement, and the feeling only grew exponentially as soon as we stepped inside. As soon as we opened the door, just the smell of so many delicious foods in the air was enough to make my mouth water, let alone seeing so many tasty looking dishes on so many tables. Skimming through the menu, there was no shortage of dishes that we wanted to try, like their Galbi Tang, Sulung Tong, Won Gi Tang, Soo Yok, and, of course their Galbijjim! -- (#1) YANG JI SULUNG TONG - Beef Soup...$18.99 This was terrific! There was a pretty generous amount of both the beef, which was really tender, and the noodles, which had a nice bite to them. Plus, the broth was (relatively) flavorful on its own, so it didn't require a ton of seasoning/tweaking on our part. -- (#24) GALBIJJIM - Braised Beef Short Ribs and Back Ribs with Cheese added (+$8)...$99.99 (Medium) My favorite in the Bay Area is just SLIGHTLY better, but this was still AWESOME! The short ribs were deliciously meaty, the sauce was delicious, and they didn't skimp on the vegetables or rice cakes. The upcharge for cheese is a little heavy, but undeniably worth it! Along with how delicious the food was, as so many others have already mentioned, the service here is almost just as impressive. While all of the workers who helped was were great, our main (?) server was amazing. Unfortunately, I didn't catch her name, but she stuck around to help us debone our galbijjim, came by often to check on us, and even stopped to chat with us for a few minutes for a few minutes before we left. The one, and only, thing that took away from our experience was their "valet" parking situation that is set-up for their lot. I know it's not an issue that's exclusive to Sun Nong Dan, and it's (supposedly) to help maximize the lot's true capacity, but let's just say the guys working it don't exactly give off "warm and fuzzy" vibes. Even still, I can't say it's enough to completely deter us from coming back again. If/when that happens, I'll just hope and pray to find street parking instead (or head to one of their non-LA spots in San Gabriel or Rowland Heights). Love you, Sun Nong Dan!
I went to this location for the first time and it did not disappoint. It was t too busy because it was in the morning time. Neat and welcoming. I brought my mom here cause she loves good soups like I do rain or shine, hot or cold. Good service and food is excellent. This place is not meant to be loungey because of the wooden chairs. We really enjoyed our experience here. Definitely coming back and it's closer to me.
Earlier this summer, I visited Sun Nong Dan for the first time. I went to the Koreatown location at around 7:30pm on a Saturday and waited about 30 minutes to get a table, but it was worth the wait. I ordered the #3 (Seok Uh Sulung Tang / Ox Bone Soup with Mixed Meat) [$21.99] with purple rice, which was hearty with all of the meats, yet mild in flavor. The soup was enhanced with the fresh side dishes. Overall, it was a good meal for a cold night. The service was short and fast as the staff was continuously turning tables. The restaurant has a casual vibe and bright interior, and it is good for groups as it does get loud. I'd like to return soon to try more of the menu!
3rd time coming in a week .. can't go wrong with smh of the soups! I reccomend #8 Luna took care of us! Best food, best service!
Upon midnight arrival in the questionable area of Central LA Western, a security guard and fee is required at the parking lot. Bring your LVs in with you. Seating is plentiful to where they can serve an entire church. Very spacious especially being empty. Worrisome. Nevertheless wood furnishings and table tops clean with standard advertising parchment. Utensils and plenty of napkins set. Banchan focused on housemade kimchi assortment. Wow'd at first bite ~ fresh crunch, bright red pepper taste, not overly salty. Tasty on its own! Galbi Tang Soup loaded above the rim! Fresh meat on bone, odorless and non-greasy, salt and pepper on hand to your preference. Delicious and filling. Yuk Gae Jang just as good. Mool Man Doo ~ piping hot, fresh, clean filling, wrapping a nice chewy texture. Delish. Here is what's funny ~ when arriving the spot was empty. During the meal, seats were filled suddenly and the joint was loud. Definitely a late nite fav for locals. Servers hustling and checking on us regularly and attended to our refill requests promptly. Celebrity Wall display shows off the restaurant's reputation and popularity. Came out stuffed and completely satisfied.
Service was memorable here because the waiter gave us some sprouts since we came in with sprouts after an event IYKYK. We were so excited that this restaurant was still open even past midnight and we were still able to have a very late dinner. There was a lot of people when we arrived but there were enough seats for our group. Place was cozy and well lit inside. We ordered a large galbijjm with cheese and tteok. We had it with mild spice level and it was perfect. Came with steamed potatoes and veggies as well. They torched the cheese in front of us and it melted down to a perfect gooey texture. The galbi was so soft and tender paired with the cheese and potatoes. Would definitely order this again. 10/10
Sun Nong Dan really doesn't need another review, but it's popular for a reason. I would always come here growing up and was forced to order the ox knee bone soup because it's apparently very healthy and also a hard dish to make and find in the US. I didn't enjoy it too much when I was younger, but I ordered it using free will today and it was a lot better than I remembered! Maybe my taste buds have matured...it's definitely an acquired gelatinous texture but I would recommend you give it a try. All that collagen probably does wonders for your skin! The soup is scalding hot savory bone brothiness. Most people like to add salt because the soup itself is a little plain, but I personally think it's perfect as is, and all the different kimchis they give you balance it out We went for their morning special which is really a great deal- four soup options on their menu for $11.99, you really can't find this anywhere in LA. A lot of the morning crowd were older Korean people, who all looked like they were enjoying their breakfasts and are probably all regulars here. I would definitely be a regular if I lived closer to here, but if you're in the area and willing to wake up early, would definitely recommend! I have to come back to try the galbijjim with cheese here but that seemed a little too crazy to order at 9 AM lol.
I don't understand why this restaurant has received so many positive reviews. The kimchi dishes were far too salty and loaded with MSG. Meanwhile, the soups were incredibly bland; even after adding plenty of salt, they were still unappealing. The service, however, was excellent.
Popular and 5 stars for a reason! The team here is incredibly efficient, so even when it's busy, the wait moves fast. This is likely their most spacious location, with plenty of seating to go around. I usually go for the ox knee soup, but this time we shared the beef cheek soup and the #25 (Koh Gabi JJim) with added cheese and rice cakes. The highlight was definitely the tableside torching of the cheese plus it pairs perfectly with the chewy rice cakes! Pro Tip: Valet is available in the lot ($2 lunch / $5 dinner). If you're out of cash, they conveniently accept Zelle at the valet stand.
Only waited outside for less than 15 minutes even when it looked like a long line. Great service, so kind and very fast. Kimchi was truly delicious, I appreciated all the sides. #17 was so yummy. A nice soup broth with super yummy meat that I basically made into a rice bowl with broth seasoned rice. It was so delicious, you can customize it how you want. I wanna try that cheese plate next time!
1 month ago
No.1 Korean restaurant!! I wanna visit everyday The broth tasted clean and deep, the meat was tender, and the side dishes were fresh. Great service and authentic Korean comfort food! read more
1 month ago
Amazing !!!!! The food was absolutely delicious! 너무 맛있어요!!!! 꼭 오세요!!!! 추천합니다 재방문의사 있고 웨이팅도 많이 안 길었어요! read more
1 month ago
2 days ago
This was a definite 3.5 rounded up to a 4. Don't get me wrong... Weekend might've hit then in a off day BUT the meat was tough and chewy. We got that HUGE dish that was beef ribs, ox tails and backbone which are cuts of beef that need to be braised for a LONG time. As those cuts are normally tough, you have to cook them for a long time to get them soft BUT the dish that we got were all tough. :/ color me disappointed as the dish very very flavorful!! So freaking yummy but I had to remove a star as the meat was soooooo tough!! The other part is the stew like dish was the potatoes. When the potaoes were cooked well...OMG...they were tender and soooooo very delicious!! BUT most of the potaoes in our dish were half cooked so they were edible BUT some were almost crunchy. :/ This is why I removed .5 star as well. Now the other part of the food which is banchan. The Banchan... OMG!! It was sooooo good! The fermented daicons cubes were mouthwateriny delicious!! Perfect flavor, perfect crunch! The "kimchi" and I use quotes as their kimchi was the fresh one before the kimchi was fermented was delicious which is odd for me as I normally do not like them BUT this one was soooooooo good!! They also had that dried daicon kimchi that was soooooo good until I eat a piece of squid. O_O I hate squid. Yuck. The service was only ok as you had to flag down the server which is kinda normal for restaurants like this. And the ambiance was BUSY. As in the restaurant was soooooo busy. We got there for early dinner time and we didn't have to wait BUT once we were done eating, WOW!! The line was out the door!! It was crazy!! They had lots of tables and people were eating and leaving so the turn around was pretty quick. The decor was kinda cool as they had depictions of old Korean daily life in old school painting looks all over the wall. It was kinda cool. They also had sodas, milkis and banana milk too. Overall, this was good place but they do need to work on cooking the meat longer to make it a little more tender as the toughness of the meat kinda marred and overall good experience. read more
8 days ago
Now having four locations across the LA metro area, Sun Nong Dan is known for their beef, both as soup (tang) and braised (jjim) that can be torched tableside. It is open 24 hours, 7 days a week, with the entire menu being available. Our group of five came here after the LAFC futball match on a Saturday, and had a really good time. Sun Nong Dan means a ritualistic royal altar from the Korean Joseon dynasty, where a sacrificed ox would be shared with the people, often in the form of ox bone soup. The first location opened in K-Town in 2013. This location opened about 5 years ago at a former Sizzler, and is within walking distance from the Wilshire/Western metro station. We got there a bit after 11 pm, and there was a bit of a line, but still got seated after a short wait. Service was efficient, and everything is well organized. Simple banchans (they were OK) were delivered, along with water for us to self serve. Chadol Sulung Tang ($21.99, Ox Bone Soup with beef brisket) - the diner who had eaten here the most, took charge and seasoned the broth properly with salt and pepper before giving each of us a portion. The soup was very good, and served as a good appetizer. We also got individual bowls of rice as well. Galbi Jjim ($119.99 for large, plus $10 for cheese) - this was brought to the table, and then immediately torched with a portable butane torch. I immediately was worried that the dish would then taste like burnt gas, but it didn't. The melted cheese did add to the presentation and taste. We had ordered it mild (less spicy), so maybe that's why the broth wasn't that tasty or hearty. I also wished the bone-in pieces had been braised a lot longer, so the cartilage was softer. Extra meat pieces were added with strips of galbi (similar to what one would get from LA style without the bones). For a place that specializes in this, thinking that dish could have been a lot better. They do offer a limited selection of alcohol here, with everything in bottles. We ordered 2 bottles of Hite ($9.99 each) and 3 bottles of Soju ($14.99 each) for our table. It went well with the food. We finished the tang, and ended up bringing about half of the jjim back home. I paid at at the table, with tip being commensurate with the excellent service we received. Our group was done within an hour, with my brother/me taking a lyft back (since the trains had stopped running by that time), and our guests being picked up to go back home. It ended up being a long, but very enjoyable day. read more
22 days ago
Service wasn't the greatest and you have to pay $5 to park in the parking lot. The signature dish galbi jjim was by far the best Korean I've had in LA so far. The flavor was like the meat was marinating in it and it was so tender. The portion was massive it is meant to share between 4 people. Presentation was just Awesome. They blowtorch the cheese on it in front of You. It is a bit pricey but you're getting quality and huge portions. It had ttkebokki in it as well along with potatoes. If You order it with cheese the cheese pull is crazy so use the scissors to cut it. read more
As an unabashed lover of Korean food, it'd be safe to say I was more than a little stoked to finally make my way back to KTown. More than the prospect of just getting some amazing Korean food, though, I was long overdue for a trip back. Criminally overdue, actually. In fact, in the decade or so that had passed, nearly every place that we visited on that trip has already come and gone! Thankfully, between how busy they were and their four different locations, it doesn't seem like I'll have to worry about Sun Nong Dan meeting that same fate! Of the MANY of restaurants I had bookmarked to try in KTown, Sun Nong Dan and their galbijjim was right at the top of the list. During our drive over here, I was already bursting with excitement, and the feeling only grew exponentially as soon as we stepped inside. As soon as we opened the door, just the smell of so many delicious foods in the air was enough to make my mouth water, let alone seeing so many tasty looking dishes on so many tables. Skimming through the menu, there was no shortage of dishes that we wanted to try, like their Galbi Tang, Sulung Tong, Won Gi Tang, Soo Yok, and, of course their Galbijjim! -- (#1) YANG JI SULUNG TONG - Beef Soup...$18.99 This was terrific! There was a pretty generous amount of both the beef, which was really tender, and the noodles, which had a nice bite to them. Plus, the broth was (relatively) flavorful on its own, so it didn't require a ton of seasoning/tweaking on our part. -- (#24) GALBIJJIM - Braised Beef Short Ribs and Back Ribs with Cheese added (+$8)...$99.99 (Medium) My favorite in the Bay Area is just SLIGHTLY better, but this was still AWESOME! The short ribs were deliciously meaty, the sauce was delicious, and they didn't skimp on the vegetables or rice cakes. The upcharge for cheese is a little heavy, but undeniably worth it! Along with how delicious the food was, as so many others have already mentioned, the service here is almost just as impressive. While all of the workers who helped was were great, our main (?) server was amazing. Unfortunately, I didn't catch her name, but she stuck around to help us debone our galbijjim, came by often to check on us, and even stopped to chat with us for a few minutes for a few minutes before we left. The one, and only, thing that took away from our experience was their "valet" parking situation that is set-up for their lot. I know it's not an issue that's exclusive to Sun Nong Dan, and it's (supposedly) to help maximize the lot's true capacity, but let's just say the guys working it don't exactly give off "warm and fuzzy" vibes. Even still, I can't say it's enough to completely deter us from coming back again. If/when that happens, I'll just hope and pray to find street parking instead (or head to one of their non-LA spots in San Gabriel or Rowland Heights). Love you, Sun Nong Dan! read more
I went to this location for the first time and it did not disappoint. It was t too busy because it was in the morning time. Neat and welcoming. I brought my mom here cause she loves good soups like I do rain or shine, hot or cold. Good service and food is excellent. This place is not meant to be loungey because of the wooden chairs. We really enjoyed our experience here. Definitely coming back and it's closer to me. read more
Earlier this summer, I visited Sun Nong Dan for the first time. I went to the Koreatown location at around 7:30pm on a Saturday and waited about 30 minutes to get a table, but it was worth the wait. I ordered the #3 (Seok Uh Sulung Tang / Ox Bone Soup with Mixed Meat) [$21.99] with purple rice, which was hearty with all of the meats, yet mild in flavor. The soup was enhanced with the fresh side dishes. Overall, it was a good meal for a cold night. The service was short and fast as the staff was continuously turning tables. The restaurant has a casual vibe and bright interior, and it is good for groups as it does get loud. I'd like to return soon to try more of the menu! read more
24 days ago
3rd time coming in a week .. can't go wrong with smh of the soups! I reccomend #8 Luna took care of us! Best food, best service! read more
Upon midnight arrival in the questionable area of Central LA Western, a security guard and fee is required at the parking lot. Bring your LVs in with you. Seating is plentiful to where they can serve an entire church. Very spacious especially being empty. Worrisome. Nevertheless wood furnishings and table tops clean with standard advertising parchment. Utensils and plenty of napkins set. Banchan focused on housemade kimchi assortment. Wow'd at first bite ~ fresh crunch, bright red pepper taste, not overly salty. Tasty on its own! Galbi Tang Soup loaded above the rim! Fresh meat on bone, odorless and non-greasy, salt and pepper on hand to your preference. Delicious and filling. Yuk Gae Jang just as good. Mool Man Doo ~ piping hot, fresh, clean filling, wrapping a nice chewy texture. Delish. Here is what's funny ~ when arriving the spot was empty. During the meal, seats were filled suddenly and the joint was loud. Definitely a late nite fav for locals. Servers hustling and checking on us regularly and attended to our refill requests promptly. Celebrity Wall display shows off the restaurant's reputation and popularity. Came out stuffed and completely satisfied. read more
Service was memorable here because the waiter gave us some sprouts since we came in with sprouts after an event IYKYK. We were so excited that this restaurant was still open even past midnight and we were still able to have a very late dinner. There was a lot of people when we arrived but there were enough seats for our group. Place was cozy and well lit inside. We ordered a large galbijjm with cheese and tteok. We had it with mild spice level and it was perfect. Came with steamed potatoes and veggies as well. They torched the cheese in front of us and it melted down to a perfect gooey texture. The galbi was so soft and tender paired with the cheese and potatoes. Would definitely order this again. 10/10 read more
Sun Nong Dan really doesn't need another review, but it's popular for a reason. I would always come here growing up and was forced to order the ox knee bone soup because it's apparently very healthy and also a hard dish to make and find in the US. I didn't enjoy it too much when I was younger, but I ordered it using free will today and it was a lot better than I remembered! Maybe my taste buds have matured...it's definitely an acquired gelatinous texture but I would recommend you give it a try. All that collagen probably does wonders for your skin! The soup is scalding hot savory bone brothiness. Most people like to add salt because the soup itself is a little plain, but I personally think it's perfect as is, and all the different kimchis they give you balance it out We went for their morning special which is really a great deal- four soup options on their menu for $11.99, you really can't find this anywhere in LA. A lot of the morning crowd were older Korean people, who all looked like they were enjoying their breakfasts and are probably all regulars here. I would definitely be a regular if I lived closer to here, but if you're in the area and willing to wake up early, would definitely recommend! I have to come back to try the galbijjim with cheese here but that seemed a little too crazy to order at 9 AM lol. read more
29 days ago
I don't understand why this restaurant has received so many positive reviews. The kimchi dishes were far too salty and loaded with MSG. Meanwhile, the soups were incredibly bland; even after adding plenty of salt, they were still unappealing. The service, however, was excellent. read more
Popular and 5 stars for a reason! The team here is incredibly efficient, so even when it's busy, the wait moves fast. This is likely their most spacious location, with plenty of seating to go around. I usually go for the ox knee soup, but this time we shared the beef cheek soup and the #25 (Koh Gabi JJim) with added cheese and rice cakes. The highlight was definitely the tableside torching of the cheese plus it pairs perfectly with the chewy rice cakes! Pro Tip: Valet is available in the lot ($2 lunch / $5 dinner). If you're out of cash, they conveniently accept Zelle at the valet stand. read more
Only waited outside for less than 15 minutes even when it looked like a long line. Great service, so kind and very fast. Kimchi was truly delicious, I appreciated all the sides. #17 was so yummy. A nice soup broth with super yummy meat that I basically made into a rice bowl with broth seasoned rice. It was so delicious, you can customize it how you want. I wanna try that cheese plate next time! read more
2 months ago
I love the Morning special It became my Sunday routine Other than that, tuk galbi tang is my favvvvv read more
After attending a concert at the wiltern the previous night, I woke up craving some soup. I looked at the places near my hotel, and discovered this place! I went in the morning and got seated immediately with no wait. The restaurant was clean and the staff were diligent. I got the brisket soup as I didn't want something too spicy. They served the soup with some delicious Korean sides. The soup is initially plain so you can adjust the salt level to your taste by adding salt from the mini-salt jar. The soup came with a lot of brisket and a good amount of glass noodles. I had a great time enjoying the meal, and was very full afterwards. This place has great portions of food and sides, and they taste fresh and yummy. This place is wonderful, and I will try to come back to this place next time I come back to LA! read more
2 months ago
Josh was amazing with his service Food 20/10 Def will come back Great for large groups - no reservations needed Parking lot available - valet read more
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Visited: 4/8/26 Soh Muh Ri Gom Tang / Beef Cheek Soup ($19.99) = 5/10 This was pretty expensive for what was served. The soup was extremely bland and lacked the rich, hearty flavor the menu described. They provide salt, pepper, and green onions so you can season it yourself, which is traditional and explained on the menu, but even after adding everything, it still tasted very watered down. The beef cheek was overcooked and didn't have much flavor either. I ended up adding the side dishes, like kimchi, into the soup just to give it some flavor, and that honestly made it much more enjoyable. In the end, I liked the side dishes more than the actual entrée. It being flavorless was also surprising since the food took a while to come out. Parking: There is parking available behind the restaurant. We went late at night, so it wasn't crowded, but I'm not sure how limited parking might be during busier hours. Atmosphere & Service: We were seated in the back of the restaurant near the cleaning supplies, so there was a strong chemical and damp towel smell that made the experience less pleasant. The servers themselves were efficient and helpful, so no complaints there. Just a heads-up that takeout containers cost extra (around $1). The bathroom was clean and pleasant. The restaurant itself was visually appealing, with an Olaf statue outside that I thought was really cute, and traditional Korean-style artwork inside that added character to the space. There was also a security guard present who came off a bit rude and spent most of the time on his phone. read more
24 days ago
4.5 STARS My frame of reference for 5 stars is BCD Tofu House. I let you know this, to determine whether our values align at all. Galbi Tang - $23.99 - this beef short rib soup is spectacular- my cultural frame of reference is that it's like the Mexican soup, cocido de res. Koh Galbi Jjim - $119.99 for Large Add cheese - $8 Add rice cake - $6 Koh Galbi Jjim is a huge dish of braised beef short ribs, back rib, and oxtail plus delicious cheese and rice cakes and all of the complimentary banchan. We chose a medium spice level. In love with the sharing aspect of Korean food culture. Our decision to order Koh Galbi Jjim was inspired by the strangers seated next to us. When those patrons left, a woman sat to dine by herself and remarked at how good our food looked. So we invited her to eat with us-- since it was enough to feed 4-5 people, easily anyways! Great value considering how much food we were able to take home. Leftovers made for some great breakfasts and soups the following day, too. Street parking was available when I went late night. There's also a parking lot (it might be paid parking). read more
3 months ago
3.5/5, rounded up (price, taste, in that order of priority) PARKING 5$ within designated restaurant lot; VALET AVAILABLE to allow double parking; credit/cash both ok, if I remember Got there around 4:30PM and was directly seated with no wait and half full seating; around 5:00 there began forming a line. Got two soups (3 and 9, 3 with extra meat) with a milki which came out to roughly $77. #3 lightweight and aromatic, light and creamy ox broth: honestly, I can see this being comfort food, but would definitely not wait in line for this and would not pay this much money for this dish. It's definitely very home-style, but personally it doesn't justify the price, but I would understand coming here if you arent able to get this kind of soup during family dinners or such. read more
10 days ago
**BEWARE** We ordered the Galbi Jim for dinner tonight. We received a plate full of ARTERIES once again. We are done with this place. The Galbi Jim used to be good and now it is gross. Meat quality down, everything down. No pieces of meat in the whole dish just fat and arteries. 135$ wasted. Won't be back. read more
27 days ago
This is not my place to return. Their soup is pretty good and price is reasonable. Side dishes were pretty good as well. However, I was very disappointed with their spice short rib which was very pricy and the meat was small sized and low quality. For the price I paid, I did not think it was worth it. Even for the fire show, still not worth what I paid. I wouldn't get it again but there were a lot of people who ordered it. Parking lot is big. read more
4 days ago
I don't eat galbi jjim very often, so my cousin and I decided to get dinner at Sun Nong Dan during one of the days I'm visiting LA. We arrived a bit before 7 PM, and there was a long line where were able to place our order in advance. Fortunately, we waited 30 minutes before we were seated, but it was at least another 30 minutes before our galbi jjim arrived. While waiting, my cousin and I dug into the banchan in front of us (kimchi, daikon, and chives) which was spicier than what we were used to. GALBI JJIM (MEDIUM) - 99.99 +medium +8 for cheese The portion size was so large, much more than two people could possibly eat, but this is the smallest size available. Upon receiving the galbi jjim, the server torched the mozzarella until it melted and fused into everything else. This was one hearty meal -- incredibly rich with some sweetness and spice, with tender, fall-off-the-bone galbi that had me smiling every bite. There was also potatoes, carrots, and rice cakes mixed in, which soaked up all the sauce. It was incredibly satisfying, but it did become too heavy after a bit. We had plenty of leftovers, enough for multiple meals for the following days. I definitely wouldn't get the galbi jjim again with just one other person -- would definitely wait to come back with a bigger group. Their beef bone soups looks amazing, and I would want to come back to try it. read more
4 days ago
3 months ago
i am so surprised that this place is open twenty four hours. wow!!! * galbi jjim: taste is super and not too sweet. still can taste the spicy. the potato is yummy. the meat is so tender and they are quite generous with it. make sure add the cheese when you order this dish... * galbi tang: i did not add any salt or pepper but the broth is just so good and rich. they put lots of meats and i think you should order this when you come to this restaurant... the kim chi and the chives are so so good. the purple rice is great and definitely eating the galbi jjim with purple rice is just right combination. absolutely a very recommended restaurant!!! read more
22 days ago
Sun Nong Dan's Koh Galbi Jjim is delicious. The ribs and oxtail were incredibly tender and cooked in a savory-sweet galbi sauce with potatoes, carrots, onions, green onions, and chewy rice cakes. The portion is generous and perfect for sharing. read more
6 months ago
Came here twice with my husband during our trip in LA. On our first time here, we decided to get their galbijim since that's what they were known for. We also paid extra for adding the rice cake since I was craving for it. Flavor of the dish was great but I don't think they cooked the short rib and the potato enough. Some of the potato pieces were kinda hard and you could tell that they were cooked separately because there wasn't a lot of flavor in them. I was also expecting the meat on the short rib would be so tender that it would fall off from the bone but some pieces were still kinda tough. Flavor of the dish was really good though and the rice cake really soaked up the flavor of the sauce and was probably the best part of the dish. Second time when we came here, we decided to give their soups a try and their soups were really good! A lot better than their galbijim! There was a lot of meat and the beef from my Teuk galbi tang was tender. If I ever come back to LA, I will get their soup again and probably not their galbijim! read more
Came here with a party of 6 around 8:30pm on a Sunday and there was a 30 minute wait. We ordered the koh galbi jim with cheese and rice cake and a sulang tang. The large was just the right amount of food for our party. The meat was tender and had a lot of flavor. The meal came with a bowl of rice for each of us along with side dishes. We got a corner table so there wasn't much of a service aside from the server stopping by to drop off the food and melt the cheese for our dish. They do have a parking lot and it was $5 for valet. read more
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Is there a morning special price for soups?
Yes. Morning special on number of soups before 10am is 11.99
Is the morning special menu still available?
Not in all locations since Covid early morning specials went away at most locations
Is this location more toddler friendly?
This location has more room for you to put high chair for toddler than the original Sun Nong Dan....
Where can I park my car?
There's a plaza just for sun nong dan or you can try to brave street parking.
This location looks like wheelchair accessible, just not sure about the other location , I haven't figured out which one is closer to our hotel. Are both restaurants in Korean town?
Are 2 large orders of galbi jim good for 10 pax?
Yes, I would think so. We typically order one medium for 3-4 people.
Is there an individual or 2 person portion for GalbiJim?
No. But you can get the medium and take home leftovers 😅
Is this place really open 24/7?
Yes and it feels like a club at night (cuz of the music). It's awesome!
Do they take reservations for 10-13 people ? How's the parking only valet? Thanks
I've seen large parties of 10-15 people seated before without RSVP but they arrived 7AM on a Wednesday when it was slow and tables were avail. I would call them to see if they can accommodate you in advance, esp if you're going to be dining at a…
What kind of broth is used in the rice cake soup?
Likely beef broth, doubt it would be vegetarian or vegan broth, if that's what you asking.
Do they have a breakfast special like the other place? It was like $9 for 3 or 4 selected items normally $15
I'm not sure
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