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I was honestly surprised to find a Korean restaurant like Sun Nong Dan on the Westside! Their soups are incredible, and they're especially known for their variety of kalbi tang. I ordered the kalbi tang and it was really well prepared, with tons of tender kalbi and all kinds of goodies packed inside. The kimchi and banchan were also great accompaniments. The waitstaff was really helpful with recommendations, which I appreciated since there are so many options on the menu. I know they're also known for their kalbi jjim, but just a heads up--the price and portion size make it feel more like a dish for 4 people rather than a 1-2 person meal. Prices are definitely on the higher side for what feels like a more homey, comforting style of Korean food, but that seems to be the market price these days. My biggest complaint is the seating. There are quite a few tables packed into the space, and they seat people pretty close together, which isn't the most comfortable setup. That said, the kalbi tang was definitely the highlight for me, and I'd come back just for that. The kimchi and side dishes pair really nicely with it too. I also liked seeing so many non-Korean diners here trying something beyond the more conventional Korean BBQ or fried chicken. It's nice to see people exploring different types of Korean food, especially these more traditional, comforting dishes.
Came in on a Saturday evening with a party of 16 and was very surprised at how quickly we were sat. Sun Nong Dan is definitely a well-oiled machine. Prior to being seated, we had to make sure we let the host at the front know what our order was. It's opposite of what one would expect at a sit down restaurant, but no biggie. It's probably why they're so efficient at seating people! I ordered the Chadol Sulung Tang and shared a Galbi Jjim with five other people in close proximity to me in my party. The Tang dish is served with the expectation, as the menu says, that you will add your own seasoning which is provided with salt, pepper, and green onion containers. So if you prefer to have your dish ready to consume upon serving, then I'd just pass on this. Otherwise it's just barely flavored broth with brisket. The Galbi Jjim was a bit disappointing. My party ordered three of them and we only got two, leaving my end of the table waiting for about 20-30 minutes before we finally got ours. However, we repeatedly mentioned no cheese upon ordering and upon confirmation that we were still missing one more order of the Galbi Jjim. After waiting quite a long time, our server came with our Galbi Jjim smothered in cheese and asked, "You guys said no cheese, right?" So that added more of a wait to our already long wait. Once we finally got our dish, the other end of the table had already finished eating theirs. Food was honestly really solid once we got them, having that mess up with our order with no offer to correct it made our experience a bit frustrating. Not sure if I'd come back to this specific location again as parking is a bit of a challenge even with it being adjacent to a neighborhood, but I'm open to going to their other locations.
This place, open 24/7, is the real deal. Savory Korean soups and stews, authentic flavors, spicy bonchons, traditional ambiance, great service! The Yang Ji Sulung Tang (beef soup) is creamy and flavorful. The Tong Do Ga Ni Tang ox knee soup is filled with yummy cartilage. And you really can't beat their breakfast deal: $13 for selected soups between 6a-10:30a! And if you want any more of an endorsement, BTS ate here right before us on 9/7/26!
Food (4/5): The dumplings were amazingly delicious and the kimchi and side dishes were solid. The issue was I got the #1 and 2 and both were kind of bland. The meat on #1 was a bit tough and the broth on both didn't have much flavor. Not sure if this is the intended style of the soup. Service (4/5): No issues with the service despite the place being very busy. They took my order outside while there was a short line to get in because the restaurant was full. I got the food quite quickly. Ambiance (5/5): Nice spacious store with tons of seating. Very busy in the evening but clean and modern looking.
Galbi Jjim 4 short rib, back rib, oxtail, onions, carrots, potato, non-spicy, no cheese; the meats are slightly dry, portions are huge, very flavorful *The flaming presentation only comes with cheese add-on
Went here with a group of 5 and of course it was packed as usual but I really like how they sit people - they have you line up and order first, then you're seated shortly after versus having to put your name down and wait. The food itself was delicious, the cheese and tteokbokki is definitely a must add to the Galbi jim. Service is good too but since they are busy almost all the time, flagging down a waiter can be tough. Parking is pretty bad but I think it's worth the trouble. Definitely would come again!
Food was Awful. So spicy and meat was stinky. We weren't able to eat much. I don't understand why this place gets good reviews
We had wanted to try this restaurant for a long time, but there were always long lines whenever we stopped by. Since it's open 24 hours a day (yes! 24 hours), today we arrived before noon and were able to get a table right away. Inside, it could seat 70 people easily with its enclosed and semi-enclosed room layout. The menu with English descriptions was easy to understand, and after looking through it, we ordered Won Gi Soo Took (vitality plate with soup) hot pot which was good for 2 people. The pot is cooked right on your table through a portable propane stove, and it took around 10 minutes to get ready. The broth was quite savory and vampire repelling kind of garlicky. There were so many goodies inside the pot, it felt like a treasure hunt. Slices of short ribs, cheek meat, and knee were super tender. The tripe and intestines were thoroughly cleaned and deliciously chewy. Fresh sliced mushrooms and tons of green onions. Just a warning: their banchan dishes, even though delicious, are a fire-breathing kind of spicy. For people with a regular chili tolerance like ours, we stopped at level 1. The price was moderate but acceptable for the location and food quality. Highly recommended.
So glad they opened here on the west side / Sawtelle because I used to drive to Ktown for Sun Nong Dan! The menu options and quality are just the same as Ktown's, and having the 24hrs available + open, comfortable (AC) seating is wonderful! The staff is always immediately helpful, easy to ask questions, checks in often with the table! I love the Galbi Tangs, the big platter, and spicy cabbage soups. Nice bonus is the delicious warm rice tea :) Even when there is a wait, they are efficient taking your order while in line so that when you're seated, your order is almost immediately brought out! I often order lunch to go here and bring friends & family to visit because their food is iconic here!
Visited this restaurant for the first time with some friends and got the classic galbijjim with cheese as well as two different soups: seollongtang and yukgaejang. You wait outside in line until you can be seated, and you'll have to place your order first at the front. It can be difficult to find street parking nearby so be prepped for a little walk. The portion sizing was decent, but similar to all other galbijjim restaurants nowadays, the meat is mostly in small bits and then some attached to bone meat pieces. There was a decent amount of rice cake and carrots and potatoes. Cheese is always yummy, but I swear it tasted kinda like the butane gas or whatever the flame is fueled with?? It was sorta funky. The 2 soups were yummy but nothing too crazy. I was sad that the seollongtang didn't come with any green onions, it felt quite plain that way. The side dishes were yummy.
Had a great experience at Sun Nong Dan! The food was delicious, flavorful, and came in generous portions. The galbi jjim was especially tasty and satisfying. The service was also excellent!Friendly, attentive, and fast even though the restaurant was busy. Overall, a great spot for authentic Korean comfort food. Highly recommend!
SND has quickly become a treasured spot for real Korean food in Little Osaka. Somehow manages to keep away the crazy homeless around here. Best hangover food is Korean beef stew and that's what they specialize and they have an affordable breakfast special.
What a great experience! Line was not too bad..nice time chatting with people in line. Ordered our food, sat down..and the food experience began. Everything was delicious and the service was outstanding. We will be back (often!)
21 days ago
1 month ago
First time coming to this location!!! We always go to the branches in Koreatown so it was nice to go to this one. We were lucky that the time we came meant that we could park at the parking meters for free (I believe they end at 10PM). Just like most places in Sawtelle, we had to find parking along the streets. I like that this is 24 hours, I bet the locals enjoy that aspect very much!! We always get the Koh Galbi Jjim (Galbi Jjim with cheese, which has braised beef short ribs) at the other Sun Nong Dans so we got it here. I felt like the broth was extremely delicious, and we got the medium spice level. I felt like the meat was tender and so good, but not as flavorful as I thought it would be like. The cheese was deliciously melted by the guy when he used the handheld blowtorch. That's always such a picture or video worthy moment!!! We were able to have a good amount of leftovers. Oh yeah!! The kimchi was pretty spicy as well as the sides!!! Still very delicious. Very cozy and bright inside, and welcoming. read more
I was honestly surprised to find a Korean restaurant like Sun Nong Dan on the Westside! Their soups are incredible, and they're especially known for their variety of kalbi tang. I ordered the kalbi tang and it was really well prepared, with tons of tender kalbi and all kinds of goodies packed inside. The kimchi and banchan were also great accompaniments. The waitstaff was really helpful with recommendations, which I appreciated since there are so many options on the menu. I know they're also known for their kalbi jjim, but just a heads up--the price and portion size make it feel more like a dish for 4 people rather than a 1-2 person meal. Prices are definitely on the higher side for what feels like a more homey, comforting style of Korean food, but that seems to be the market price these days. My biggest complaint is the seating. There are quite a few tables packed into the space, and they seat people pretty close together, which isn't the most comfortable setup. That said, the kalbi tang was definitely the highlight for me, and I'd come back just for that. The kimchi and side dishes pair really nicely with it too. I also liked seeing so many non-Korean diners here trying something beyond the more conventional Korean BBQ or fried chicken. It's nice to see people exploring different types of Korean food, especially these more traditional, comforting dishes. read more
2 days ago
Came in on a Saturday evening with a party of 16 and was very surprised at how quickly we were sat. Sun Nong Dan is definitely a well-oiled machine. Prior to being seated, we had to make sure we let the host at the front know what our order was. It's opposite of what one would expect at a sit down restaurant, but no biggie. It's probably why they're so efficient at seating people! I ordered the Chadol Sulung Tang and shared a Galbi Jjim with five other people in close proximity to me in my party. The Tang dish is served with the expectation, as the menu says, that you will add your own seasoning which is provided with salt, pepper, and green onion containers. So if you prefer to have your dish ready to consume upon serving, then I'd just pass on this. Otherwise it's just barely flavored broth with brisket. The Galbi Jjim was a bit disappointing. My party ordered three of them and we only got two, leaving my end of the table waiting for about 20-30 minutes before we finally got ours. However, we repeatedly mentioned no cheese upon ordering and upon confirmation that we were still missing one more order of the Galbi Jjim. After waiting quite a long time, our server came with our Galbi Jjim smothered in cheese and asked, "You guys said no cheese, right?" So that added more of a wait to our already long wait. Once we finally got our dish, the other end of the table had already finished eating theirs. Food was honestly really solid once we got them, having that mess up with our order with no offer to correct it made our experience a bit frustrating. Not sure if I'd come back to this specific location again as parking is a bit of a challenge even with it being adjacent to a neighborhood, but I'm open to going to their other locations. read more
This place, open 24/7, is the real deal. Savory Korean soups and stews, authentic flavors, spicy bonchons, traditional ambiance, great service! The Yang Ji Sulung Tang (beef soup) is creamy and flavorful. The Tong Do Ga Ni Tang ox knee soup is filled with yummy cartilage. And you really can't beat their breakfast deal: $13 for selected soups between 6a-10:30a! And if you want any more of an endorsement, BTS ate here right before us on 9/7/26! read more
Food (4/5): The dumplings were amazingly delicious and the kimchi and side dishes were solid. The issue was I got the #1 and 2 and both were kind of bland. The meat on #1 was a bit tough and the broth on both didn't have much flavor. Not sure if this is the intended style of the soup. Service (4/5): No issues with the service despite the place being very busy. They took my order outside while there was a short line to get in because the restaurant was full. I got the food quite quickly. Ambiance (5/5): Nice spacious store with tons of seating. Very busy in the evening but clean and modern looking. read more
1 month ago
Went here with a group of 5 and of course it was packed as usual but I really like how they sit people - they have you line up and order first, then you're seated shortly after versus having to put your name down and wait. The food itself was delicious, the cheese and tteokbokki is definitely a must add to the Galbi jim. Service is good too but since they are busy almost all the time, flagging down a waiter can be tough. Parking is pretty bad but I think it's worth the trouble. Definitely would come again! read more
1 day ago
Food was Awful. So spicy and meat was stinky. We weren't able to eat much. I don't understand why this place gets good reviews read more
We had wanted to try this restaurant for a long time, but there were always long lines whenever we stopped by. Since it's open 24 hours a day (yes! 24 hours), today we arrived before noon and were able to get a table right away. Inside, it could seat 70 people easily with its enclosed and semi-enclosed room layout. The menu with English descriptions was easy to understand, and after looking through it, we ordered Won Gi Soo Took (vitality plate with soup) hot pot which was good for 2 people. The pot is cooked right on your table through a portable propane stove, and it took around 10 minutes to get ready. The broth was quite savory and vampire repelling kind of garlicky. There were so many goodies inside the pot, it felt like a treasure hunt. Slices of short ribs, cheek meat, and knee were super tender. The tripe and intestines were thoroughly cleaned and deliciously chewy. Fresh sliced mushrooms and tons of green onions. Just a warning: their banchan dishes, even though delicious, are a fire-breathing kind of spicy. For people with a regular chili tolerance like ours, we stopped at level 1. The price was moderate but acceptable for the location and food quality. Highly recommended. read more
So glad they opened here on the west side / Sawtelle because I used to drive to Ktown for Sun Nong Dan! The menu options and quality are just the same as Ktown's, and having the 24hrs available + open, comfortable (AC) seating is wonderful! The staff is always immediately helpful, easy to ask questions, checks in often with the table! I love the Galbi Tangs, the big platter, and spicy cabbage soups. Nice bonus is the delicious warm rice tea :) Even when there is a wait, they are efficient taking your order while in line so that when you're seated, your order is almost immediately brought out! I often order lunch to go here and bring friends & family to visit because their food is iconic here! read more
Visited this restaurant for the first time with some friends and got the classic galbijjim with cheese as well as two different soups: seollongtang and yukgaejang. You wait outside in line until you can be seated, and you'll have to place your order first at the front. It can be difficult to find street parking nearby so be prepped for a little walk. The portion sizing was decent, but similar to all other galbijjim restaurants nowadays, the meat is mostly in small bits and then some attached to bone meat pieces. There was a decent amount of rice cake and carrots and potatoes. Cheese is always yummy, but I swear it tasted kinda like the butane gas or whatever the flame is fueled with?? It was sorta funky. The 2 soups were yummy but nothing too crazy. I was sad that the seollongtang didn't come with any green onions, it felt quite plain that way. The side dishes were yummy. read more
2 days ago
Had a great experience at Sun Nong Dan! The food was delicious, flavorful, and came in generous portions. The galbi jjim was especially tasty and satisfying. The service was also excellent!Friendly, attentive, and fast even though the restaurant was busy. Overall, a great spot for authentic Korean comfort food. Highly recommend! read more
15 days ago
SND has quickly become a treasured spot for real Korean food in Little Osaka. Somehow manages to keep away the crazy homeless around here. Best hangover food is Korean beef stew and that's what they specialize and they have an affordable breakfast special. read more
What a great experience! Line was not too bad..nice time chatting with people in line. Ordered our food, sat down..and the food experience began. Everything was delicious and the service was outstanding. We will be back (often!) read more
The fact that this restaurant is 24/7 already won my heart! Who doesn't crave for some warm bone soup late at night or first thing in the morning! The place is nicely decorated exteriorly with flowers that opens up my mood as soon as I arrived. Once we sat down, the waiters quickly setup the table with menu, ladle, scissors and tong, water, banchan, and napkins. We tried their rice cake soup #16 and the beef soup (fat removed) #1. Both soup bases are rich and soothing. The rice cake soup has egg and some beef and extra black pepper. Each soup comes with a rice option and we got to do the white and purple rice. They also provide chopped green pinions to add extra flavors to the soup. Banchans are pickled veggies like chives and kimchi and onions and daikons. Nothing is not spicy. Prices are reasonable for the soup and service is good and polite and quick. At the end of the meal, a waitress asked us to write a good review and incentivized us of a free drink. I don't think they need to do that, they naturally deserve a good rating. read more
It's always a pleasure coming back here. The restaurant has such a lively atmosphere and a youthful vibe that makes every visit enjoyable. If you haven't tried the Seolleongtang with special brisket, I highly recommend it. The beef is incredibly tender, and the rich, flavorful broth is one of the best I've had. The complimentary kimchi and side dishes are outstanding--I honestly wish I could buy them to take home. Whoever makes them deserves a lot of credit. On top of the great food, the friendly and attentive service makes the whole dining experience even better. This is definitely one of my favorite Korean restaurants, and I'll keep coming back. read more
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Stopped by late at night and also had the morning special another day. Really enjoyed the galbi tang. Generous portions of meat. Also the big special meat plate galbi-Jin was yummy and the medium can easily serve 4 or more. The morning specials were limited in terms of options but for the price, a good deal. read more
3 months ago
The Westside is so lucky to have Sun Nong Dan, and it's obvious how beloved it is by the neighborhood with how packed the dining room is from morning through the evening. Honestly, what did we do to deserve a 24/7 restaurant serving such healing soups? I've done both takeout and dine-in, and the food is consistently amazing either way. My go-to order is always the OO GUH JI GALBI TANG. It's loaded with cabbage and tender meat, and every time I eat it, the bowl somehow feels never-ending. Usually that would be a bad thing, but not here. I never want it to end because it's just that good. read more
Food quality, lively atmosphere, speed of service and presentation make this a 5 star spot. Slightly gimmicky cheese and torch presentation but it tastes so good. And the portions are amazing. Get the large order and take the short rib and oxtail home for a second meal. At these prices you should definitely go big. read more
Tasty and comforting soup with amazing broth! A friend suggesting coming here for lunch and everything was top tier. Service is very efficient, it's fast and water and banchan came out quickly. I asked the server for a recommendation because honestly everything looked good. He suggested #7 Galbi tang and it was very delicious. The broth was perfectly seasoned, there was meat, noodles, green onion, and mushrooms. The inside of the restaurant is roomy with lots of tables. The decor is simple, you can tell the focus is on the food. Parking is street parking which can likely be challenging during lunch or dinner hours but we got there a little after 11am so it wasn't too hard to find street parking. If you want something sweet after, the restaurant is a short walk away from lots of great coffee shops, dessert, or boba. Will definitely go back with my family again soon. read more
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14 days ago
The food is excellent and the service was spot on. The ambiance makes it easy for you to converse with your friends. read more
19 days ago
I ordered the short rib soup and galbi Jim. They were both delicious!! Highly recommend them both. read more
15 days ago
Amazing food and great service, this place is always the spot if you want a good home cooked meal. I love the vibe here as well. Clean and spacious! read more
15 days ago
This was my first time trying out Sun Nong Dan's Sawtelle location! I came here after working a 12 hour night shift and I was really glad that this location is 24 hours (unsure of the other locations' hours). I think the kimchi and side dishes are spicy (spicier than the KTown location) just fyi. I was sat right away and the servers were very outgoing and created a positive energy! I ordered the galbi tang (#7) and it was delicious! The music was very calming and not loud and distracting (but then again this was between 8:30-9:30am haha). I will definitely come here again! Thank you Sun Nong Dan! read more
Incredible place for soups and comfort, even when it's warm outside. Welcoming atmosphere and lots of tables for different group sizes. Service is quick and food comes out quick. They are nice and tell you how best to enjoy the soups if you don't know how. They also have come great breakfast deals for around 12 bucks if you come early and need a hangover meal or just comforting food. Their banchans are limited to the spicy fermented items but helps with the soup. Definitely come here anytime of day since it's 24hoursn read more
12 days ago
Holy cow. I'm in heaven. How did I not know this place???? So good!! In a cute corner of sawtelle. read more
Sun nong dan is one my favorite places to get authentic Korean food! They open late and have the best service. The sawtelle location really stood out as they remember faces and treat returning customers well! The location was so beautiful inside! I got the tteok Mandu guk which tasted like my mama made me! If you want to try Korean food you will love all they have highly recommend! Found street parking read more
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This is the holy grail of soups for me. Their breakfast special comes with four soup options, banchan, and your choice of white or purple rice for just $12.99. I was stuffed and still had a whole serving left to take home for later. The service was LIGHTNING fast. Our sides and water came out less than two minutes after we sat down. The playlist was spot on and it was honestly such a great way to start the morning. I can finally understand all the hype now! Much deserved read more
3 months ago
I really loved their family style Oxtail bone broth soup and the delivious pan Chan. It's nice to have an authentic ktown experience in west la now and was surprised at how many people were there. We also prefer the Kalbi which was substantial. Service is very fast and efficient. Tables are clean and it's extremely well ventilated as it's partially open air but has AC from all sides. read more
Great authentic restaurant. Lots of space, very clean, and fast, helpful staff. It's better with a group because you can rode the larger dishes, but I also came solo for late lunch - perfect for light rainy day. The banchan dishes are spicy radish, fermented squid, cabbage, and green onion. Good way to pickle your stomach for the stew. The broths are tasty with lots of mushrooms and meat. My favorite meats are the short rib and back rib. The smaller pieces of oxtail are a bit chewy, but still good and hearty. The soup is rich and mellow with plenty of meat. The highlight, of course, is the galbi jjim with lots of meat, potatoes, and rice cakes. We skip the cheese so we can make it back to the car. read more
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1 day ago
My boyfriend and I came on a Saturday around 5:30 pm. There was no wait when we came, but they did make us pre-order what we wanted before sitting us down. We got the medium galbijjim with cheese. It took about 30 minutes for us to get our food, which was fine because we weren't too hungry. But the table next to us sat down maybe 15-20 mins after us and they got their galbijjim not too long after, which was odd. Galbijjim was good. It had potatoes and tteokbokki. We've had this dish before at the Rowland heights location without the cheese. The cheese definitely added to the overall dish and made it better. Even though it was still good, I feel like it wasn't as good as when I first had it at the other location. Definitely a lot of food, but it's a bit pricey. It is a still a solid galbijjim place and we are likely to come back. read more
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