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Went on a weekday around 6 PM, and it was pretty packed, but luckily we were seated right away. We ordered the Cold Noodle in Soup and the Modum Gui B ($135), where we picked the Ghilmok Gui, Ghilmok Roast Gui, and Kalbi. The meats came out really fast, and the quality was really good. The portion was definitely enough for two people, and we even had leftovers to take home. The cold noodle soup was refreshing, light, and tangy, and it paired really well with the meats. Service was okay. At first, one of the staff members was a bit rude and seemed to be rushing us to order, but another lady helped us later and was very kind. She checked on us throughout our meal and made the experience much better. Parking can be a little tricky, even though they have a parking lot, since it fills up pretty quickly. Luckily, we were able to find a spot. Overall, not a bad place! I'd come back for the meat quality and portions.
The Corner Place is old-school K-Town comfort, not trying to impress with design trends, but with what hits the table. The kalbi is lightly marinated, letting the beef speak for itself instead of drowning in sugar. And the cold noodle soup is the clear standout. Tangy, lightly sweet, almost sparkling. Honestly, unlike any other version I've had. Add the onion side, and it just clicks with the meat. Service is attentive; they swap grills without being asked, cook when needed. The room is a bit dated, even a touch sticky, but none of that outweighs the food. Still one of my go-tos in all of LA.
We came here for lunch and we loved this place, gave a classic old school Korean restaurant vibe as well as the service which I personally love. Food was amazing and filling . And getting their cold noodles afterwards was super refreshing and filling especially in hot weather! Parking is available!
The Korean bbq here is ok, the two sets for 2 with 3 meat choices are decent and the portions are generous enough to make even 3 ppl full. The service was a bit lacking where we often had to find or call out to them, only to be ignored a couple times. However, I will say they are usually quick to fulfill the requests of water and banchan when you eventually ask them. The beef tongue, house special, ribeye and chilmok special gui (boneless plate short rib) was the better meats. The Korean cold noodle was very good. A tad bit pricey imo. It felt a bit of a nickel and dime type place given they charge you for extra rice and even lettuce. The restaurant has a lot of air vents but it gets pretty smokey so they open their entrance door which I feel is a bad idea since flies and bugs can get in.
The Corner Place never misses. I've been coming here for years, and the quality has been consistently solid every single time. The meats are always on point. Tender, juicy, and perfectly seasoned! Let's be clear: if you don't order the dongchimi noodles, you already messed up. Pair that with the short ribs and bulgogi and you're eating the way you're supposed to. The meat is tender, juicy, and so good it makes AYCE KBBQ feel like a bad life decision. Yes, it's not all-you-can-eat. Yes, it's pricey. And no, that's not a problem. This is where you go when you're done pretending quantity matters more than quality. No mystery cuts, no chewy nonsense. Just premium meat that actually melts in your mouth. If you're here looking for cheap and unlimited, keep walking. If you want real KBBQ done right, this place stays undefeated.
Late night dinner on the weekend, Sat night. We arrived around 8:30ish. Place is almost empty. Not sure what happened with the glory. We seated and ordered the package B. By 8:45 they told us for last order. By 9pm they told to pay first cause they need to close the cashier. The sign shows open till 10pm. Food taste was great. We have not been to this place for many years. It used to be packed and long queues. Now they even have empty space next door. More like storage with few extra tables for overflow. Just the weird experience of being rush out.
I have been coming here the past 20 years and it has always been delightful. The cold noodle soup should NOT be skipped!!
On Saturday, September 20th, we had a family lunch at Gilmok, a very long history Korean BBQ restaurant in LA. My Mom's friends -- a couple who run an oriental medicine clinic -- recently moved from LA to Bakersfield but since they were coming back to LA that day and this place is their absolute favorite restaurant. They really wanted to meet us at Gilmok restaurant. So, we decided to meet there for lunch. Their top favorite here is the beef tongue (especially the cut from underneath the tongue), which they say is amazing. But I personally can't eat tongue, so I just had brisket and pork belly (my brothers had already ordered them). Since I had a super filling late breakfast that morning, I couldn't eat much at lunch. Gilmok has been famous for its dongchimi cold noodles for a long time, and they're still refreshingly delicious even now. cf) At Gilmok, they charge extra for things like ssamjang, rice, and lettuce. (My Mom also bought some very expensive wild ginseng from that couple that day, but since that's not part of this restaurant review, I'll leave it out -- though I'll still share the photo.)
Corner Place is very much an OG Korean BBQ place and not if you're not accustomed to just slap mouth hardcore traditional KBBQ. While it's good, it's a bit too OG for me. For example, I like my meats unseasoned, but if you order the tongue or intestines, they pre-salt it for you. I can definitely see the appeal and why it's good to those that like their meats seasoned, but my preference is of a purist when it comes to KBBQ. However, the cold noodle in soup dish (dongchimigooksoo) was amazing. On a warm summer LA day (which is every day), the dongchimigooksoo, as the Gen Zers would say now a days, "slaps!" Parking may be tricky. The restaurant itself is well lite but more attention could be directed to the cleanliness? It seems like it's a place that if you speak Korean, you'll be just fine. If you don't, you'll need to probably point at the menu a lot. Still, servers were responsive and friendly.
A K-Town staple. My grandparents and parents have been going to Gilmok for decades and I grew up eating here. I wish there was a place in NorCal/SF similar to Gilmok. There's truly no place like it. Their Dongchimi Guksu is to die for and A MUST ORDER dish. You're doing yourself a disservice by not ordering it. I have never had Dongchimi Guksu at any other restaurant besides Gilmok because I know that other places won't compare. We also order the "Combo B" which has tripe, honeycomb, and bulgogi. The service is prompt and quick. The same staff have been there for decades, which I find to be a great sign reflecting the business. The ambiance is bustling and always busy, I recommend joining the waitlist. Be prepared for the Pa muchim (scallion salad) to make your breath stankyyy, but it's so worth it. The food is so yummy and I crave it all the time.
Superb mul-naengmyeon (Korean cold noodles) and very good Korean BBQ. I prefer to focus on the cold noodles here as they're so good, but friends always seem to get distracted by the kbbq, which to be fair is pretty damned good, both the brisket and the beef tongue. The latter in particular is cut thicker than most kbbq places and retains the quality of the old days. Beef bulgogi isn't bad either but not a favorite of the group I as with. Service is old school and friendly enough, interior is a bit dated but that fits the vibe perfectly, especially when you consider just how many decades The Corner Place has been open in Koreatown. Parking is a small shared lot that gets both tight and full - if you get there early you can probably snag a spot if your car isn't too big, but if you get there later or you drive a larger car/SUV, expect to street park.
My family has been eating here since the 1980s. We still consider it a treat to eat here. Quality and flavor have not changed as long as I can remember. The cold noodles are incomparable and so refreshing on a hot summer day. I have always enjoyed the kalbi and sides as well. My brothers used to fight over the soybean sprouts and we eventually had to ask for extra large plates of it. Just went recently and I still love the food.
So nostalgic and still sooo good but never realized how tender and delicious the beef tongue is here!! What a perfect lunch date with some old friends and absolutely delicious lunch!! Cold noodles and Korean bbq!!
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I've been coming here with my wife for 20 plus years and it hits the same every time. Talk about consistency, and longevity this is the place. The food is always amazing, the cold noodle soup is second to none, we get that and couple it with Galbi and the shredded onion and you have a meal for the ages. The service is the best, they remember your name, and for us they even remember our order down to the specifics. Kim has been there since we've been going and she's so amazing, drinks refilled without asking and she anticipate your needs as a customer. It's such a family oriented atmosphere and you always want to come back for more. Great vibes, great food, and great people. read more
Went on a weekday around 6 PM, and it was pretty packed, but luckily we were seated right away. We ordered the Cold Noodle in Soup and the Modum Gui B ($135), where we picked the Ghilmok Gui, Ghilmok Roast Gui, and Kalbi. The meats came out really fast, and the quality was really good. The portion was definitely enough for two people, and we even had leftovers to take home. The cold noodle soup was refreshing, light, and tangy, and it paired really well with the meats. Service was okay. At first, one of the staff members was a bit rude and seemed to be rushing us to order, but another lady helped us later and was very kind. She checked on us throughout our meal and made the experience much better. Parking can be a little tricky, even though they have a parking lot, since it fills up pretty quickly. Luckily, we were able to find a spot. Overall, not a bad place! I'd come back for the meat quality and portions. read more
1 month ago
The Corner Place is old-school K-Town comfort, not trying to impress with design trends, but with what hits the table. The kalbi is lightly marinated, letting the beef speak for itself instead of drowning in sugar. And the cold noodle soup is the clear standout. Tangy, lightly sweet, almost sparkling. Honestly, unlike any other version I've had. Add the onion side, and it just clicks with the meat. Service is attentive; they swap grills without being asked, cook when needed. The room is a bit dated, even a touch sticky, but none of that outweighs the food. Still one of my go-tos in all of LA. read more
We came here for lunch and we loved this place, gave a classic old school Korean restaurant vibe as well as the service which I personally love. Food was amazing and filling . And getting their cold noodles afterwards was super refreshing and filling especially in hot weather! Parking is available! read more
The Korean bbq here is ok, the two sets for 2 with 3 meat choices are decent and the portions are generous enough to make even 3 ppl full. The service was a bit lacking where we often had to find or call out to them, only to be ignored a couple times. However, I will say they are usually quick to fulfill the requests of water and banchan when you eventually ask them. The beef tongue, house special, ribeye and chilmok special gui (boneless plate short rib) was the better meats. The Korean cold noodle was very good. A tad bit pricey imo. It felt a bit of a nickel and dime type place given they charge you for extra rice and even lettuce. The restaurant has a lot of air vents but it gets pretty smokey so they open their entrance door which I feel is a bad idea since flies and bugs can get in. read more
The Corner Place never misses. I've been coming here for years, and the quality has been consistently solid every single time. The meats are always on point. Tender, juicy, and perfectly seasoned! Let's be clear: if you don't order the dongchimi noodles, you already messed up. Pair that with the short ribs and bulgogi and you're eating the way you're supposed to. The meat is tender, juicy, and so good it makes AYCE KBBQ feel like a bad life decision. Yes, it's not all-you-can-eat. Yes, it's pricey. And no, that's not a problem. This is where you go when you're done pretending quantity matters more than quality. No mystery cuts, no chewy nonsense. Just premium meat that actually melts in your mouth. If you're here looking for cheap and unlimited, keep walking. If you want real KBBQ done right, this place stays undefeated. read more
10 months ago
Late night dinner on the weekend, Sat night. We arrived around 8:30ish. Place is almost empty. Not sure what happened with the glory. We seated and ordered the package B. By 8:45 they told us for last order. By 9pm they told to pay first cause they need to close the cashier. The sign shows open till 10pm. Food taste was great. We have not been to this place for many years. It used to be packed and long queues. Now they even have empty space next door. More like storage with few extra tables for overflow. Just the weird experience of being rush out. read more
6 months ago
I have been coming here the past 20 years and it has always been delightful. The cold noodle soup should NOT be skipped!! read more
On Saturday, September 20th, we had a family lunch at Gilmok, a very long history Korean BBQ restaurant in LA. My Mom's friends -- a couple who run an oriental medicine clinic -- recently moved from LA to Bakersfield but since they were coming back to LA that day and this place is their absolute favorite restaurant. They really wanted to meet us at Gilmok restaurant. So, we decided to meet there for lunch. Their top favorite here is the beef tongue (especially the cut from underneath the tongue), which they say is amazing. But I personally can't eat tongue, so I just had brisket and pork belly (my brothers had already ordered them). Since I had a super filling late breakfast that morning, I couldn't eat much at lunch. Gilmok has been famous for its dongchimi cold noodles for a long time, and they're still refreshingly delicious even now. cf) At Gilmok, they charge extra for things like ssamjang, rice, and lettuce. (My Mom also bought some very expensive wild ginseng from that couple that day, but since that's not part of this restaurant review, I'll leave it out -- though I'll still share the photo.) read more
Corner Place is very much an OG Korean BBQ place and not if you're not accustomed to just slap mouth hardcore traditional KBBQ. While it's good, it's a bit too OG for me. For example, I like my meats unseasoned, but if you order the tongue or intestines, they pre-salt it for you. I can definitely see the appeal and why it's good to those that like their meats seasoned, but my preference is of a purist when it comes to KBBQ. However, the cold noodle in soup dish (dongchimigooksoo) was amazing. On a warm summer LA day (which is every day), the dongchimigooksoo, as the Gen Zers would say now a days, "slaps!" Parking may be tricky. The restaurant itself is well lite but more attention could be directed to the cleanliness? It seems like it's a place that if you speak Korean, you'll be just fine. If you don't, you'll need to probably point at the menu a lot. Still, servers were responsive and friendly. read more
A K-Town staple. My grandparents and parents have been going to Gilmok for decades and I grew up eating here. I wish there was a place in NorCal/SF similar to Gilmok. There's truly no place like it. Their Dongchimi Guksu is to die for and A MUST ORDER dish. You're doing yourself a disservice by not ordering it. I have never had Dongchimi Guksu at any other restaurant besides Gilmok because I know that other places won't compare. We also order the "Combo B" which has tripe, honeycomb, and bulgogi. The service is prompt and quick. The same staff have been there for decades, which I find to be a great sign reflecting the business. The ambiance is bustling and always busy, I recommend joining the waitlist. Be prepared for the Pa muchim (scallion salad) to make your breath stankyyy, but it's so worth it. The food is so yummy and I crave it all the time. read more
Superb mul-naengmyeon (Korean cold noodles) and very good Korean BBQ. I prefer to focus on the cold noodles here as they're so good, but friends always seem to get distracted by the kbbq, which to be fair is pretty damned good, both the brisket and the beef tongue. The latter in particular is cut thicker than most kbbq places and retains the quality of the old days. Beef bulgogi isn't bad either but not a favorite of the group I as with. Service is old school and friendly enough, interior is a bit dated but that fits the vibe perfectly, especially when you consider just how many decades The Corner Place has been open in Koreatown. Parking is a small shared lot that gets both tight and full - if you get there early you can probably snag a spot if your car isn't too big, but if you get there later or you drive a larger car/SUV, expect to street park. read more
2 months ago
My family has been eating here since the 1980s. We still consider it a treat to eat here. Quality and flavor have not changed as long as I can remember. The cold noodles are incomparable and so refreshing on a hot summer day. I have always enjoyed the kalbi and sides as well. My brothers used to fight over the soybean sprouts and we eventually had to ask for extra large plates of it. Just went recently and I still love the food. read more
1 year ago
So nostalgic and still sooo good but never realized how tender and delicious the beef tongue is here!! What a perfect lunch date with some old friends and absolutely delicious lunch!! Cold noodles and Korean bbq!! read more
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My family and I have been coming regularly here for many years. I live far away, so I have been here for several years. My father wanted to celebrate his 89th birthday here, since we haven't eaten here in a while. My dad was disappointed with the Bulgogi, not in the taste but in the texture, he explained. But he loved the tongue, so did I. The wait staff was friendly and accommodating. I just hate parking in the area, but fortunately, we got there early, and parking was available. read more
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I have been coming here for more than 20 years for KBBQ. Others have said it well: it's a fairly small place in a very cramped strip mall where parking spots are laughably narrow. It's been there since 1982, so they must be doing something right to compete amongst the bajillion KBBQ places in LA. But adjustment of expectations is important; this place isn't about flash. That said, while I may have some minor issues with the service or atmosphere, I have never had issues with the food. The consistency has remained, and I'm grateful for it. It's as tasty today as it was 20 years ago when I was introduced to this place by my good friend. Didn't realize that the cold noodles (dongchimi) were a must-try until recently. I can see how they are a highly refreshing summer dish, because it gets hot in this area in the summer time. We enjoyed bulgogi and BBQ chicken, along with a nice cross section of the complimentary banchan. It's a massive pile of meat, plenty for 2 people, with rice would easily feed 4. I love their banchan variety & flavors (bright, spicy, sweet, tangy, cooling), although I know they used to serve the black sweet soy beans sprinkled with sesame seeds, and they didn't have them anymore (please bring them back! ) The sweet-spicy carrot and spicy zucchini are wonderful, as well as the cool sweet-sour daikon. Also love that shaved green onion salad is an included banchan, not every place does this. So glad that this place remains virtually unchanged, can't wait to return again. read more
Great cuts of meat. Solid for Korean old folks and families alike. Savory shaved green onion salad and side dishes (but the kimchi tasted off :/ Quick attentive service. They put the meat for you initially on the grill but the rest of the turning you have to do yourself. The meat we ordered was well-marbled. I asked what ? They said "rib." read more
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2 years ago
This place is a true LA institution--every Korean person in the city knows it. Mention the name, and the response is always the same: "dongchimi". It might look like a KBBQ joint, but it's really a dongchimi restaurant that happens to serve BBQ. The moment you sit down, the sides hit the table before you even order. The holy trinity is the dongchimi radish slices, radish strips, and cabbage. I only get two things here, so I cant comment on the rest of the menu. Unmarinated Ghilmok Roast Gui (#13 on the menu) - Skip the marinated cuts. The grills here aren't great for getting a proper sear without turning the surface into a burnt mess that needs constant changing. With the unmarinated cuts, you can use the same grill for the entire meal with no downtime--if you cook correctly. Also, always turn down the well-intentioned servers offer of putting meat on the grill for you. They'll throw everything on at once, which ruins any chance of a good sear. Grill four to five pieces at a time in the center for that perfect char. Cold Noodle in Soup - This is what makes this place legendary. It's basically dongchimi broth with noodles, and they'll split an order for two, so no need to over-order. The broth is tangy, sweet, savory, slightly garlicky, with an incredible lactic tang--the perfect contrast to the rich meat. Take a bite of meat(dipped in salted sesame oil), a bite dongchimi radish or kimchi, and noodles together and you'll understand why this place has been around forever. Then cleanse your pallet by drinking some of the broth. Honestly, the broth is so good, I don't even bother with the spoon--I just pick up the whole bowl and drink it like a barbarian. My only complaint are the grills. If they ever upgrade to something stronger but less messy, the meat would be worth the premium price. But even with that, this place is an essential Ktown spot. read more
Corner Place has been around for decades and it's a classic for cold noodles and Korean BBQ. It's been a favorite of mine since childhood. The cold noodle soup (동치미 국수) is an absolute must. The broth is out of this world. No one can make it like Corner Place does. My usual order lately has been the premium galbi. The premium galbi is much more tender than the regular galbi and I think it's worth the minor upcharge. The quality of the premium galbi is excellent and the marinade is perfect - not too sweet or overpowering. Their green onion salad slightly marinated in sesame oil and pepper flakes go so well with their meat. Parking can be a bit tough during peak hours but they have a lot across the street for overflow parking. Oh and don't forget to ask for their mints at the end of the meal. read more
solid kbbq spot for decades. interior is spacious but can be pretty crowed. the inside is pretty loud since lots of people come to drink while eating bbq. if you want to have small talk or conversate, i'd say this is not the place for that. the service is fast, ladies are attentive if you need something (like more side dishes). cooking is do-it-yourself. their serving sizes are big - one order usually feeds two people with small to medium appetite. their cold noodle in soup is wonderful. it pairs well with meat but also is a great palate cleanser. read more
10 months ago
My favorite Korean restaurant in LA. Oh my goodness when I tell you, the Dongchimi noodles and Bulgogi???! Amazingggg. I don't love sweet marinated meats but omg Gilmok does it so well, not too sweet and not too strong. Dipped with the sesame oil, perfection . That paired with their cold, Dongchimi noodles... I warned you, there's no going back. Yes, the price for the bulgogi is a bit pricey, hit the marinade and the meat is soft, not tough. For the taste, I'd say it's worth it. Parking is definitely tough, as it's a small parking lot and the parking spots are pretty narrow. But a well-known favorite spot for a reason. read more
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What happened to the Kalibi? It used to be $25ish and now it's $42!
Prices went up a few years ago.
Is cold noodles available for take out?
As of July 6th, our signature dish, Dong Chi Mi Gook Soo is available for take out. We look forward to serving you. Outside seating is available for take out customers.
Can you order the dongchimi gooksu to go?
Greetings to you from the Corner Place. Yes, you can have our signature dish Dong Chi Mi Gook Soo to go as of today, July 6th. Outside seating is available for take out customers. Thank you for your question and we look forward to serving you.
Is there a better time of the week or time of day to come here? Came here on a Tuesday 40 min before closing and the dongchimi tasted very bland.
At least one hour before closing is best
Is this AYCE?
Nope! You order the meats a la carte or through one of their combo sets
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