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Tonkatsu done Korean style at Tonkatsu House and it's legit. What usually makes Korean tonkatsu is different is it's typically a more thin deep fried pork with some differences in the sauce. We all have our preferences but I love K-tonkatsu and Tonkatsu House does it so well. It's reliably good here so I always like stopping in when I go to the food court at Koreatown Plaza. Even in a stacked Korean food hall with so many good options, Tonkatsu House reigns supreme in my eyes. It's super casual with you ordering at the counter, then getting a buzzer to alert you once your food is ready, and you then need to try to avoid an open table in the busy food court. As much as I love the pork, the fish katsu here is so stellar that I often will get the Boston combo which has not only the pork and the fish but also a hamburg, plus the macaroni & rice that comes with each meal. I absolutely love their macaroni salad! Macaroni saelleodeu! Portions are huge, I always have leftovers. 3 hours validation offered. Overall, a great value here for incredibly good eats. Want to hear some wild work? It's been open since 1988 here when the mall itself opened. read more

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Located in the middle of Koreatown Plaza's food court, Chung Katsu House is serving up massive slabs of pork, fish, and chicken cutlets. We ordered the large pork cutlet, which came smothered in their signature sauce and served with a side salad and macaroni salad. Overall, I'd give it a solid 4/ 5. The tonkatsu sauce was just okay, I've definitely had better, but I really enjoyed how thin the cutlet was. It stayed crispy in every bite without feeling overly heavy or greasy. The portion size was generous, and the sides complemented the meal nicely. While this wasn't the best tonkatsu I've ever had, it was still satisfying and worth trying if you're exploring the food court. I'd definitely come back and continue working my way through the other food stalls in the area. read more

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Tonkatsu House is located in the food court of the Koreatown Plaza in Los Angeles. I visited this past Saturday, April 4th, with my family for lunch. We all ordered the King-sized Tonkatsu (Wang-donkatsu). The tonkatsu here is so delicious, and I love that the portions are huge while the prices remain very reasonable. I've probably been here about 20 times over the years, but this is actually my first time leaving a review. However, I had a disappointing experience regarding their service this time. While I was in the restroom, My Mom placed our order. She asked for a few extra paper plates, and the owner (the lady there) was quite rude to her, questioning why she needed four plates. It's frustrating that she would be so stingy and unkind over something as small as a few paper plates. Also, I noticed a change in their reward. About 2-3 years ago, they used to have a loyalty stamp card where you'd get one stamp per tonkatsu, and the 13th one would be free after collecting 12. Apparently, they don't offer that program anymore. read more

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Anonymous P.

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Chicken and fish were very crispy! Salad dressing was good. The jalapenos went well with the dish for me. Not much else to say about the food court. Wasn't sure where the bathroom was and there is not AC in the general mall. Some stores had AC read more

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J J.

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A true taste of nostalgic Korean-style pork cutlet. There are plenty of places like this now, and I don't get to visit often since I live in OC, but this place will always have a special place in my heart. The food is good, the prices are affordable, and for many Korean immigrants, it feels like a little piece of home. Nothing fancy--just comforting, classic, and always worth coming back to. read more

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Tonkatsu House is Located in the food court of Korea Town's famous Korean Town plaza of Los Angeles. It's simple, you order from counter with menu and will be given a pager for your food. Please remember to validate parking here. Service is friendly even though they speak to me in Korean only. Vibe is typical food court style. You don't have to return your tray or dump the trash as they have people collecting plates and clean the tables and common area. The tables are all shared in the food court. For the price we paid which is $15. You get a well marinated fried pork chop - which is super thin but the breading is just fine too. Not too thick, yummy! #17, you will have small side dishes salad, pickled and diced chilies, a bit of rice, a little bit of mac salad. It's a traditional dish in my opinion. Line is busy, but they are efficient. Recommended! read more

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Royce C.

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Came here for the famous King Tonkatsu. Price went up a bit. I thought, cool, quality and portions should still be there. Oh boy... I was wrong. Everything shrunk. Especially the tonkatsu. The meat was paper thin. All I tasted was breading. Barely any pork flavor at all. Soup came out cold. Not warm. Cold. Dinner vibes completely gone. Very disappointing. Honestly, the spot across H Mart has way thicker tonkatsu than this. Sad to say, but this one's a pass. read more

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Tonkatsu House (Inside the Food Court) This food court should smell like frying oil and sizzling cutlets, but instead it smells like someone mopped the entire place with hotel soap. Not exactly appetizing -- I wish the kitchens pumped their smells out the way Cinnabon does in white-people malls. As for the food: not enough rice, and the potato salad? Why make it macaroni salad instead? I legit thought it was potato salad until I took a bite. The pork cutlet is super thin, like "did I dream the meat?" thin -- but I'll give them credit, they do not skimp on the curry sauce. You'll have enough of that to drown the entire plate. Main pro-tip: get it to go, because you probably won't finish it anyway, and they charge for to-go containers, which is wild. Overall: edible, cheap-ish, but between the soap smell, the thin cutlet, and the surprise mac salad, I think I've had my fill. read more

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Found a unique food court decided to grab a plate and wow this could feed 3 people. This place is very nice a lot different from all the other same old chain restaurants. The food was good the service was great but this place is truly something special. read more

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Located inside the koreatown plaza food court. I ordered the king pork cutlet, huge portion!! Comes with side of cabbage salad, mac salad, rice, white colored soup, and more cutlet sauce on the side. The portion is so huge that I shared with two others and we were satisfied. Parking is 3 hours free with validation and this place will validate. read more

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Ken N.

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Food was not great but not horrible. They charge you .25 for a to-go container even though you spent $50 smdh. Sick of the nickel and diming. read more

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Elisa L.

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Delicious and enormous tonkatsu for a great price, what a steal! I've been here a few times and the food is always tasty and consistent. My sister and I shared the king pork cutlet since it was huge and we both were still stuffed! I like that it comes with lots of sides such as rice, cabbage, and mac salad. The tonkatsu is nicely crispy and juicy and the sauce is tasty. Service was quick. I would definitely be back if I'm at KTP! read more

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Delicious and ginormous pork katsu for the price point! I've been a few times and the food has been consistent. The king pork cutlet comes with rice, cabbage, mac salad, jalapeños, corn soup and extra tonkatsu sauce. The cutlet is huge- my sister and I shared it and were still stuffed! The tonkatsu was thick and crispy, and the sauce is yummy. I love pairing it with rice and cabbage. I would definitely come back next time I'm at KTP! read more

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Kyle K.

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Introducing Tonkatsu House at Koreatown Plaza, a place my kids absolutely love! The prices are reasonable, and the owner is super kind When my kids weren't feeling well and I asked what they wanted to eat, they immediately said tonkatsu! There's also a kids' game area nearby, so adults can enjoy their meal comfortably too. Highly recommended for families! read more

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Heidi K.

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The best Korean style tonkatsu in the area. I pretty much go here for the portions and you have to get the Mac salad!!! So yum

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Stephanie C.

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Who doesn't like fried?? Especially when the pork is bigger than two hands together! $15! The Mac salad and rice is your typical sides. The cabbage salad with that dressing was the best side! This plate was shared by three people and filled us up just right. We got the fish cake with oden next door, so perfect portions for the price to feed three! I mean we weren't stuffed, but satisfied! This place is in the Korea plaza food court with plenty of seating! read more

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Tommy L.

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Firstly, service is absolutely horrendous!!!! Having dining here since I was a young child, this was extremely disappointing that service and quality has gone downhill, as others mentioned. I had this loyalty card, granted its an older card & they refused to honor/provide any stamps. There are NO terms and conditions on this & I am certain there are legal parameters surrounding this. As a native Korean speaker, they were very condensing in their tone, despite speaking the same language. The portions have gone down significantly and I still feel hungry after eating here. Prices have gone up and keeps rising!!! Do NOT be fooled by the illusion of the large fried pork slice. It is thinly sliced, so you are NOT getting much value. I also asked for extra napkins, after being included a single napkin. However, they very hesitantly gave me a whopping 4 more napkins, after I strongly asked! Very stingy and absent customer care! I still gave their food a chance, for sake of nostalgia, but bad decision on my part! Hopefully, they enjoyed my LAST payment! Will NOT return anymore! read more

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Junaidi A.

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Food is huge . It is inside the plaza. I really like the food. It so yummmy and big portions. I order the number 2 it came with beef , fish cutlet and chicken cutlet. Price is cheap 15$, with tax around 17.5$ would come back for sure!! read more

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David C.

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Visited on Saturday, March 21, 2026, and this was easily one of the most disappointing experiences I've had here. I understand that prices increase due to inflation--but cutting quality at the same time is unacceptable. The katsu was shockingly thin compared to previous visits, to the point where it felt like a completely different standard. It came across as cost-cutting at the customer's expense. If you're going to charge more, the quality and portions should at least remain consistent. Right now, it feels misleading and not worth the price. Until the restaurant restores its previous quality, I won't be returning. read more

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Jared R.

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Consistent. Crunchy. Delicious. This mall food court standout has everything a tonkatsu lover needs on a plate. I haven't found an another similar experience with pork tonkatsu in LA. Every once in a while my wife craves this to the point that it HAS to be our next meal. Thin fried cutlet the size of the plate, wonderful mac salad, freshly shredded cabbage, pickled jalapeños, and steamed rice combine for a one of one plate of food. And for under $20! read more

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Celine K.

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chicken was very crispy, i loved the macaroni salad it came with. generous portion and made relatively quickly read more

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If you're looking for an affordable spot in Koreatown to eat, definitely check out Tonkatsu House in the food court of Koreatown Plaza! Every single time I'm at KTP, I have to stop by this spot- they have the most insanely huge portions of freshly fried tonkatsu, at absolutely insane prices. I opted for one of the most expensive sets, which includes a full bento box of rice, salad and two stacks of chicken katsu, as well as a full bowl of udon noodle soup for LESS THAN $20! I haven't seen prices like this since before the pandemic, and the food is surprisingly made quite well too! You can enjoy it fresh in the food court, or you can ask to get it to go, which they do a great job of packing up. Highly recommend checking out this spot if you're in the area! read more

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Aaron C.

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My wife was blue she didn't order the fish cutlet like me. Eventually we shared it. It's pretty damn good. read more

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Alex T.

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Every time I come to KTown I HAVE to visit this spot. It could be in the morning or at night, regardless I'm leaving with a fully tummy. The people that work there are always so sweet and kind, they make me feel like I'm at home. 1000% recommend this place for locals and visitors. read more

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I'm here again! Look at that giant pork cutlet over the plate . Extra steam rice for $2 extra. Enough to feed 2 hungry chubby kids. read more

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Yohan J.

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been going since I was a kid. the quality has dropped a little but I love their sauce. Will continue going as I have done for the past 21 years. Thanks for the food and community! read more

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4.5 stars for us! The service was fast and efficient. Ambiance, casual as it in in the middle of a food court setting. We had the king cutlet and loved it. I actually wish it was a little thicker in size, but it was still really good. When it's sounded so thin, I feel like it dries out the pork a little. It came with two sauces, one that tops it off, and this one tastes like a sweet and sour sauce. Then there's this other yellow-y sauce that tastes like mayo mixed w tarter sauce. Was not a fan of the thick yellow sauce. The sauce that tastes like a sweet and sour is good, but I still feel like it needs something more. Overall, we are glad we came here. Along with this meal, we also stopped by other establishments in this plaza, and that made the whole trip worth it. read more

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LOVE this place. The king pork cutlet is huge and so good. That sauce they use is amazing and you get so much food for a great price. They have a lot of options and they get the food out quick. I always stop here when in town. And highly recommend you give it a shot. Love that cutlet!!! read more

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Ken Y.

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Food was decent, large portion but nothing special. The woman cashier/owner was a bit rude. I asked for a paper plate and she gave me a disgusted look and simply threw it at me, wow. Will never visit the place again. read more

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From my recent post, I took the Udon to go as I could barely finish my katsu dish. I was about to eat it for lunch and found a bug in it! Beware unless you don't mind a little extra protein! read more

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David C.

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I remember it. When I was young teenager. Come here to have family eating. Now I'm older have my own family. But even currently amount of "Don't Gas " from lala land K-town is mega large. It can feed obesity fat Korean Ajusi and still have extra to take it for to go amounts. And only self pick up place and just leave the food court afta finishing grubing. Because mall clean up crew will pickup food leftovers. So no need 2 tip this " Don't Gas " place. Did I tell you this " Don't Gas " taste delicious and is cheapest in lala land K-town. Only complaining is looking for a parking during weekends of this mall. Because of popularity of K-Wave or K-Culture so parking gets massive full. That's only complaining I have. But other than that. It's great to eat and be happy about it this " Don't Gas " house. read more

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Reina Y.

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Thin and juicy tonkatsu and tasty sauce. Put some katsu sauce on macaroni sauce too. Quality food at good price. This place never disappoints !!! read more

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This place is good but the portion sizes are pretty small... but its not that expensive, the staff are kind and the food comes out quick.

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Jerison A.

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Great food, I would always get the chicken one. The portion sizes are really generous and the food would always come out fast.

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This place serves extremely large pork cutlet pieces and for a good price! I was surprised at how cheap it was since inflation is crazy right now. I ordered the king cutlet. It was thin, crispy, and flavorful. The cutlet sauce was tangy and compliments the pork very well. The side of salad was also tangy and yummy to eat. After ordering, I got my meal in about 10 minutes. A service was fast, workers were very alert and the area seemed very clean. Seating can be burdening since there's many empty tables that have plates on them. It took awhile for someone to clean the tables and remove the plates, but besides that, this is the best place to go with reasonable prices! read more

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This place has been around for ages, since I was a kid! And it still tastes the same haha. Located in the historic koreatown plaza food court, smack in the middle. You can't miss it. Look it's not the best katsu around but it's good. And it's cheap. And they give you ALOT! But it's also nostalgic which is priceless. And to be honest it's the best place in the food court. read more

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Katherine L.

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Delicious and affordable donkatsu in a small korean mall food court next to hmart. I ordered the king pork cutlet dish which you can easily share the king pork cutlet between two people for only $14.62. Katsu is served with macaroni salad, cabbage salad, rice and katsu sauce. The katsu sauce is banging! Lowkey obsessed with it. The sauce is sweet and savory without being too salty. They were also so generous with their portions of meat, cabbage salad and sauce! I can't complain. The food was so good we scarfed it down in like 10 minutes. Service is friendly and super fast. I received my dish in less than five minutes. What a little local gem. read more

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With a bunch of options in Koreatown, it is not hard to find some good eats, but this spot is a cut-let above the rest. They serve tonkatsu a few different ways, but I go for the king pork cutlet everytime. This comes with rice, cabbage salad, pickled veggies, and a side soup. All these things complement a huge cutlet covered in red gravy. The gravy is not spicy and surprisingly does not make the cutlet soggy. Crispy and juicy, this is a hearty meal, and you will not be disappointed read more

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Good price and the tonkatsu is crispy (if you ask for the sauce on the side). I like the sauce sweet so if you like sweet you'll like it too. The macaroni is meh and the corn soup is meh. The only thing is that every time I eat here and my brother has eaten here, we both get tummy aches. :( perhaps the oil? read more

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My friends and I made a stop to eat here randomly and it was excellent. We were all really hungry and the portion sizes were extremely generous. Great bang for your buck! That's hard to find these days. The service was excellent and the food came out quickly. We were in a large group so I basically got to try almost everything off the menu lol The fish was very crispy and flaky, the chicken was well seasoned and tender, and the pork was delicious. They even have combos that come with Udon! I would definitely come back here again. read more

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More info about Tonkatsu House

928 S Western Ave
Koreatown Plaza Food Corner
Los Angeles, CA 90006
Koreatown
Directions
(213) 385-9900
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Hours

What time does Tonkatsu House open?

Tonkatsu House opens at 10:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Tonkatsu House close?

Tonkatsu House closes at 8:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Tonkatsu House take Bitcoin?

No, Tonkatsu House does not take Bitcoin.

Does Tonkatsu House take credit cards?

Yes, Tonkatsu House takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Tonkatsu House have catering options?

Yes, Tonkatsu House does have catering options.

Does Tonkatsu House have a happy hour?

No, Tonkatsu House does not have a happy hour.

Does Tonkatsu House serve alcohol?

No, Tonkatsu House does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Tonkatsu House allow dogs?

No, Tonkatsu House does not allow dogs.

Does Tonkatsu House have TVs?

Yes, Tonkatsu House has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Tonkatsu House have bike parking?

Yes, Tonkatsu House has bike parking.

Does Tonkatsu House have parking?

Yes, Tonkatsu House has parking options. Garage Parking, Validated Parking

Other Amenities

Is Tonkatsu House wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Tonkatsu House is wheelchair accessible.

Does Tonkatsu House have free WiFi?

No, Tonkatsu House does not have free WiFi.

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Specialties

We specialize in Korean Tonkatsu. Korean Tonkatsu is different from Japanese Tonkatsu. Korean Tonkatsu is a thin piece of pork that is deep fried in our homemade panko mix.

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In the evening of Sunday, August 23rd tonight, I went to Danbi with My Mom for their Dine LA…read moredinner. Danbi has been extremely popular lately, and getting a reservation has been very difficult. I made our reservation about two weeks in advance, but every date and every time slot for the following week was already completely booked. The only times available two weeks later were 7:45 PM or 9:00 PM, so we ended up making a 7:45 PM reservation, which was much later than the time we normally have dinner. I was really curious to see what this restaurant was like since it was so difficult to get a reservation. Some members of my group had also really wanted to try Danbi, but they couldn't get reservations because everything was fully booked. They all asked me to let them know what I thought after I went. Today, we finally got to go. We arrived a little early, around 7:20 PM. I told the hostess that our reservation was for 7:45 PM and that we had arrived early. She said okay and immediately seated us at our table, which I really appreciated. We didn't have to wait at all. We were seated at a table for two. There were also two women sitting at a table for two on our left and another two women sitting at a table for two on our right. Interestingly, both tables were having the exact same Dine LA menu as we were. So before we even ordered, we could actually see the dishes that we were going to be eating right next to us, which was kind of fun. The first dish that came out was the Honey Potato Chips. They were slightly sweet and sticky, probably because honey had been drizzled over them. I ate them with chopsticks because they were so sticky. My Mom initially picked them up with her hands, but her fingers got so sticky that she eventually started eating them with chopsticks too. Next came the Watermelon Kimchi. It looked like the watermelon had been seasoned with pepper or some other kind of seasoning. It was cool, refreshing, and really delicious. I thought it was perfect as a light and refreshing summer dish. Then we had two Cheese Rolls, and they were absolutely delicious. After that came the Spicy Sashimi Noodle. It was basically like spicy mixed soba noodles with a gochujang-based sauce underneath, along with pieces of sashimi. Our server told us to mix everything together really well before eating it, so I mixed it thoroughly with a spoon. It was slightly spicy, but really tasty. Then the Pork Jowl came out with rice and chili crisp. The pork was incredibly tender and soft, and it was delicious. On its own, the pork tasted a little rich and greasy, but when I ate it together with the sauce and the chili crisp, it was really good. For dessert, we had the Goguma Parfait. Our server explained that it was made with strawberries, blueberries, sweet potato, and potato. It wasn't overly sweet, which I really liked, and it was surprisingly delicious. There were also two pieces of chocolate on top, and everything went really well together. After trying everything, I finally understood why this restaurant is so popular and why every date and time slot seems to fill up so quickly. Every dish was incredibly creative, unique, and delicious. It honestly felt like we were experiencing and savoring little works of art through food. After we finished, I asked My Mom which dish she liked the most. She said that every single dish was delicious. Personally, my favorites were the Cheese Rolls, the Watermelon Kimchi, the Spicy Sashimi Noodles, and the Goguma Parfait. I also really liked our server. I can't remember her name, but she was a female server and was extremely kind and attentive. We had some pork and Honey Potato Chips left over and asked for two to-go boxes. She said she would pack them for us herself, and she carefully packed everything into the to-go boxes and brought them back to us in a brown paper bag. I thought that was incredibly kind. The other servers who brought out our food were also very friendly. At one point, I asked for two extra plates, and they brought them to us very quickly. It was also funny and interesting that the two women sitting at the table on our left and the two women sitting at the table on our right were all having the exact same Dine LA menu as us, and they were also just drinking water, just like we were. Overall, I really enjoyed Danbi. All of the food was delicious, the atmosphere was nice, and the staff was extremely friendly and attentive. I definitely want to come back next time and explore their regular menu. I feel like it would be another very creative and unique culinary adventure. There was only one major downside: it was VERY, VERY noisy. I think part of the reason is that the mall itself is a popular place for younger people. I actually used to go to this mall all the time with my friends when I was in my 20s and 30s, so I know how lively it can get.

The Verdict: This place is basically a seafood fever dream--fresh, punchy, and dangerously…read moredelicious. The scallop pancake? Oh, it's a masterpiece. Packed with so many scallops you'd think they raided Poseidon's personal stash, and crispy enough to audibly annoy your dining companions. But heed this warning: eat it faster than a seagull at a beach picnic, because sogginess waits for no one. The sea urchin rice? A umami bomb that punched my taste buds in the face--in a good way. And the freshwater shrimp? Let's just say they're so good, they almost made me forgive the restaurant for not being located next to an actual river. Now, the cocktail... let's call it "fine." It's the participation trophy of the drink menu. I'm just not a soju person, so it tasted like someone watered down my ambitions and charged me $15 for it. We strolled in around 7:30 on a Sunday and spotted empty tables like they were playing hard to get--but don't be fooled. Make a reservation unless you enjoy living on the edge (and by "edge," I mean the hostess stand). Service? Top-notch. Attentive staff who refill your water so fast you'll think they're training for the Olympics. The dining room itself is so chic it made my apartment feel like a cardboard box. Oh, and parking? That'll be $20--because nothing says "fine dining" like paying the GDP of a small island just to leave your car somewhere. Final take: Come for the seafood, stay for the vibes, and bring $20 in cash unless you want to sell a kidney at the valet.

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Kobawoo House

Food 99point out of 100 Service 99 out of 100…read moreAmbiance 95 of 100 Must Go Place in Los Angeles Korea town We Love this Restaurant

Was hungry for bossam and chungukjang so went to kobawoo. It's been a couple years since I came…read morehere but it seems to have died down on popularity. Restaurant was half empty and no Ike which surprised us on a Saturday night. Ordered some bossam and chungukjang and it didn't taste the same as it used to couple years ago. Not sure what the issue was but it lacked flavor. Also they were cleaning the kitchen while serving food which was kinda not sanitary with all the water splashing on the floor of the kitchen while they were making food. Overall it's not what it used to be and cleaning the kitchen while making and serving food is not a good combo.

Popular place. Had to wait 30 minutes for a table for 6 on a weekday at 6:15pm which is not bad!

Kimchi Jjigae

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Jangban Guksoo Vegan

Borit Gogae

Korean comfort food. As soon as I walked through the door, I felt the warm sense of hospitality. It…read morefelt like you were going to a family friend's house and you knew you were about to enjoy a great meal. In order to do the 'Set Menu With Barley Rice' you need to have at least 2 people to participate. I dined alone so I wasn't able to order that, but I didn't feel like I missed out at all. I believe you get a comparable amount and variety of banchan when you order any of the proteins on the menu. I myself ordered the dried yellow corvina (fish). The order or set came with some barley, delicious tofu soup, and pretty much more banchan than I can eat myself. Just a wonderful meal and experience.

Borit Gogae is a great spot if you're looking for traditional Korean food with a mostly plant-based…read moremenu! The interior is beautiful and very traditional, from the decor down to the tableware. We went for lunch, when parking was free. They offer valet during dinner. Service was also great--our waitresses were very attentive and checked on us often. We ordered the set menu, which came out to around $45 per person with tip. You get SO much food: appetizers, the main course, two types of soup, and dessert. You definitely won't leave hungry! The food is mostly plant-based and pretty mildly seasoned, so keep that in mind if you prefer stronger flavors. Nothing particularly stood out to me this time, so I'm not sure I'd come back specifically for the food, but I'd definitely return when I'm craving lots of veggies and traditional Korean flavors. Overall, I'd recommend it if you enjoy Korean food and want something different from the typical Korean BBQ experience!

Restaurant decor- art work and Korean figurines

Barley rice mixed with side dishes

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Grilled spareribs

Ham Ji Park

Great service and Very delicious! Loved it here. Will definitely come back!And will recommend to my…read morefriends n family!

tl;dr the delectable pork ribs overshadow the otherwise authentic but standard lineup at this…read morenow-shuttered Korean stalwart Los Angeles Koreatown is home to restaurants that specialize in every facet of Korean cuisine. If you're searching for some of the city's best pork, then those in the know will bring up Ham Ji Park. For 2 decades, generous platters of pork ribs and pork neck stew decked every table. Now, our Korean friends lament the loss of their favorite pork joint in the city. The Koreatown proper location is located in the Royal Plaza mini-mall, just a few blocks off bustling Wilshire. Discounted parking is available in a lot across the street from the Chevron gas station. From the street, the entrance is flanked by potted plants and an enclosed street-ery. Inside, stainless steel chairs are pressed up against wooden tables, each outfitted with a metal grill. Oppressive fluorescent lighting shines down on the stone grey walls, which are left undecorated apart from a few flatscreens. Multi-lingual chatter blends with the sizzle of platters. I visited with some friends for a weeknight dinner, and about half of the tables were occupied. We shared a spread of grilled platters and sizzling soups. The meal began with a carafe of barley tea and a mostly standard spread of banchan. Across our food, the best dish was the signature Charbroiled Pork Spare Rib. The ribs were flavorful without feeling gamey, and the meat was complemented by sweet caramelized onions. The pork ribs handily outdid the good-not-great Charbroiled Beef Short Rib. Lastly, the Milt and Cod Rose with Vegetables stew was fishy and briny, appropriately flavored for the Korean palate. The service was appropriately attentive, although I would've appreciated more intentional refills of our banchan ramikens. The rib plates cost upward of $35 each, while the soup was just under $30. The portions were hearty; a single entree platter could reasonably feed 2 moderately hungry bellies. It's a shame to hear that Ham Ji Park has closed; I'm kicking myself for not trying their pork neck stew earlier.

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Dasom

Popped in for dinner in 420 to have a beautiful dinner to end the holiday Monday…read more When the woman that works there says it's a lot of food, believe that woman. Although, we were very happy to take some leftovers. Spicy (not spinach) Tofu and pork stew was amazing and I highly recommend sharing the short rib stew with a friend. Fire homemade kimchi

food: we got the super thick bean paste soup and seafood pancake! the soup was a bit too salty…read morehowever the flavor was very strong and savory. the pancake however had too little seafood and more vegetables instead. the pancake was too oily, but it had a nice crisp to it service: the services was really fast for a friday night and the server was really kind ambiance: warm lighting + very clean, minimalistic! it's not loud or chaotic so you can actually hold a conversations with friends or family

Sulungtang

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Ox tail bone broth soup

Jinsol Gukbap - 3rd St

My favorite pork bone soup! Can be flavored to your liking with the salt and white pepper on the…read moretable but it's so hearty, flavorful and the pork is always tender. I also really like their marinated crab but it is quite pricey for the portion. Otherwise, I appreciate that it stays open quite late and has its own parking lot.

Suuper bummed about our experience today. We ordered the cold noodle & LA galbi combo as we always…read moredo, and a leek pancake as we weren't as hungry and the combo usually fills us up. Even when we ordered the food, the server said "that's it?" as if she was offended that we didn't order more food (lower sales?) I'm not sure if we misunderstood her attitude but that's kind of how it felt like. The quality and size went down and it was just... not good. This used to be my #1 spot for cold noodles but our other fav place was closed today so we decided to come here. As you can see, the size of the cold noodles became smaller. Everything was packed in this small bowl which made it harder to eat. I think they changed the noodles they use because it wasn't doing anything texture wise. It used to be chewy and had a good buckwheat flavor. The broth tasted.. like water with a splash of bone broth. The quality of galbi was also a disappointing as I feel like it's became less and the meat was burnt with more fat/chewy bits. The leek pancake was ok but again, comparing it to my picture from January, it was bigger in size and more dough-y. Service was decent previously but it felt a bit cold today. Again, super bummed because we still love this place but I probably won't be ordering their combo again. You can see in my pictures how often we used to order the cold noodles from here and you can compare the quality.

Kimchi Jjigae with Pork Belly

Counter area

Never disappointed!!

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Ahgassi Gopchang

Amazing kbbq spot! Great vibes. Lots of good food and banchan. Free rice. Douglas was the best!read more

I go here about once a month. Food is always great. The perfect spot to just sit down and drink…read morewith some friends. Service is one of the best in all of ktown kbbq, especially Yuna. She's the best! You would definitely get the best kbbq experience here.

Beef brisket with bean sprouts

Steamed egg

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Super close up of the large intestines. How does it look?

Bacari Silverlake

4.6

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3.0 mi

Madelene is the best server you could ever get... I swear she found the elixir and thanks to her…read moreenergy I'm no longer depressed. ASK FOR HER!

Had a fantastic experience at Bacari Silverlake! The atmosphere is absolutely beautiful, especially…read morethe charming outdoor patio surrounded by greenery. The food was delicious, with a great variety of flavorful small plates that are perfect for sharing. Everything we tried was fresh and beautifully presented, and the service was friendly and attentive. It's a wonderful place for a date night, brunch, or a fun evening with friends. I would definitely come back and highly recommend it!

Sea bass with roasted corn and sundried tomatoes

Indoor area

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Glazed Pork Belly

Din Tai Fung

Went for dinner last night befor the movies & OMG!! It was great we loved it went with my 3 friends…read more& we enjoyed everything about it the service was amazing the cucumber stack is so refreshing everything was a 10-10 also the vibe was very cool Highly recommend for any occasion

From the moment we walked into Din Tai Fung, everything felt welcoming and well organized. Even…read morethough it was busy, we were seated faster than expected, and the service was friendly and attentive throughout the meal.The food arrived quickly, was beautifully presented, and tasted incredibly fresh. The Xiao Long Bao definitely lived up to the hype, and the chocolate xiao long bao was a fun and delicious way to end the meal.Overall, I can see why this place is so popular. Great food, excellent service, and a comfortable atmosphere made it a wonderful dining experience. I'll definitely be back to try more next time!

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Holbox

Well husband and I are always so impressed with the food and we keep going over and over and over…read moreagain and take new friends which we never disappoint by bringing them to delicious seafood servings .. we had a little mishap nothing to do with the food but their general manager Briana, fixed the issue right away and we kept on enjoying our food!

BLOWN AWAY. Honestly despite all the accolades Holbox has received I put off coming here thinking…read moreit was overhyped...boy was I wrong!! First, street parking is decent you don't need to park in that lot. 2nd - the line is always long regardless of when you go. We got there at 3:30p on a Sunday of a holiday weekend but...there was a line. You can go in the Mercado while others are holding your group's place in the line for a browse or an agua Fresca tho! 3rd - GET THE SMOKED KANPACHI TOSTADA. this was the highlight of the meal. So so good. We also had the yellowtail collars (delish), octopus (also incredible) and a sampling of other tostadas split amongst the group. Scallop aguachile was also super zingy and refreshing. Their raw seafood dishes are more unique and worth eating here, over their cooked seafood in my opinion. Churros were also light and crispy and a delightful end to the meal Moral of the story is come to Holbox and eat a smoked kanpachi tostada. Don't be a doubter like me and put it off for this many years having lived in LA!! 12/10 worth the hype.

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BCD Tofu House

The experience was fast and great staff mostly they are accommodating even when they are tired. The…read morefood was good too, we kept coming back for the galbi. The ambiance was cozy but very busy since we come here a lot with so many people because it's so highly recommended!

The service like Maria was very kind and generous!! The food was really yummy from the beef…read morebulgogi, bibimbap, to the soon tofu soups. The ambiance was very good and I had a great meal with my best friends. I will definitely be coming back soon.

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Philippe the Original

116 years in business

Casual dining

The best food experience in all of LA that has lasted so many memories over my lifetime. Nearly 80…read morenow, and my mother recalled going there when she was young.

Pro tip. Cheddar cheese omelette with biscuits, no meat…read more Of course Henrietta is a superstar behind the counter, but today for the first time I saw a bus person who set the new standard for bussing. As I sat down with my tray, he cheerfully asked if I needed anything else. He then told me helpfully not to worry about the tray that he would pick it up. This is especially helpful to people who are first time customers and who do not know the protocol. Later as I was leaving, he went out of his way to say thank you and goodbye and wish me a good day. Loved his attitude and outstanding service. My complements to the chefs, the great vibe and the great people who make up Philippe's.

Classic Beef Dip & Pickled Egg

French (double) Dips and Citradelic IPAs for two, please.

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Mm.. lamb

Pine & Crane DTLA

Love this place so much!…read more Food is incredible and the service team is so friendly. That stood out to me the most you can tell they genuinely want to be there. Dan Dan noodles are a must.

I was born in Manhattan and raised in flushing. Maybe with those in place, the stakes are already…read moreway high for my expectations of LA taking on Taiwanese food. For starters, this dining spot is very communal. There's one long table in the center Jesus' last supper style, and a few tables for 2 lined up behind this giant table. Pretty cool if you're not wishing to dine alone, or a socially conscious diner's worst nightmare. You choose one. I had the beef pancake rolls and the 3 cup jidori chicken. Frankly, nothing blew me away. But for LA, as with a lot of foods in LA, it was surely okay. I appreciated the extensive selections of teas to choose from.

Interior of Pine and Crane

Taiwanese Popcorn Chicken 鹽酥雞

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Popcorn chicken!

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Sandee C.

0

2

0

2 years ago

I am writing to express my extreme dissatisfaction with the service I received during my recent visit to korea Town Plaza. I came to order a chicken cutlet, as I have done numerous times in the past. I placed my order over the phone, which was handled efficiently, and when I arrived to pick up the food, I intended to use a coupon I had for a free meal. Upon presenting the coupon, I was abruptly informed, with an appalling attitude, that the coupon was no longer accepted. Despite this, the staff begrudgingly agreed to honor it "this time" but made it clear that no such coupons would be accepted in the future. While I understand changes in policy, the manner in which this information was conveyed was utterly unacceptable. The staff member displayed a level of rudeness that was both unprofessional and detrimental to your business. Her hostile demeanor reflects poorly on your establishment. Whether or not she was the owner, she clearly lacks the understanding that paying customers should be treated with respect and courtesy. I have been a loyal customer for years, and it is precisely my patronage that qualified me for the free cutlet in the first place. To be treated in such a disdainful manner is inexcusable. Furthermore, the entire staff, particularly those in red hats, exhibited a collective attitude that is nothing short of reprehensible. They are in desperate need of a reality check and should be retrained in basic customer service principles. This experience has left me questioning whether I will continue to support a business that allows such heinous behavior from its employees. I expect immediate corrective action to be taken. read more

Jessica L.

2

40

7

1 year ago

A few weeks ago, I visited this restaurant and had a fully stamped loyalty card. The restaurant previously issued stamp cards, and I still had mine. Since I had collected all the required stamps, I was entitled to a free cutlet. However, when I presented my card to redeem the free meal, the staff member who assisted me displayed a terrible attitude. As a loyal customer who has visited this establishment multiple times and spent a significant amount of money here, I expected to be treated with basic courtesy. The purpose of a loyalty program is to reward repeat customers, yet instead of appreciation, I was met with rudeness. This kind of behavior is completely unacceptable. I strongly urge the management to retrain their employees on customer service and professionalism. Moving forward, I will be taking my business elsewhere, as no customer should be treated poorly for simply redeeming a reward they rightfully earned. read more

Amanda R.

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12

4

4 years ago

This place is for low ballers only. Paid ad on newspaper to lure the customer and look at you like you came to the wrong place. It feels like i am begging them for the right service. I aint no coming back to have horrenduous service I asked for extra forks albut offered with plastic one so asked if you coils rinse it out. Their plastic stiff were left in a way people can touch with bare hands. Extremely dirty I see back staff cooking stuff snd talking without the mask. I see liquids from their mouth are being sprayed onto food Avoid this place at all cost read more

Jim H.

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10

0

18 years ago

This location in the Koreatown Plaza food court is in serious need of a PA system. Yes, the food court is crowded and noisy but the level of noise pollution that the monotonous number calling may cause migraines to some. So please. I ask of you Tonkatsu House of Koreatown food court, please get yourself a customer number display system or a PA system and stop calling out the numbers 7 or even 10+ times!!! And let us all enjoy our meals in the plaza in peace. Good riddens and thank you! read more

Ari H.

Elite 25

167

164

351

2 years ago

I recently visited this amazing tonkatsu restaurant, inside the H Mart food court and I can't recommend it enough. The portions are huge--you're definitely getting your money's worth. The crispy coating on the pork cutlets is perfectly golden and crunchy, while the meat inside is tender and juicy. The service was also fantastic. If you're a fan of tonkatsu, this place is a must-visit! read more

Adrian T.

15

47

6

12 years ago

The korean owner here is very shady. I signed up for there email and get spammed from them with coupons and when i tried to use one they said no, they need a print out. It never states that on there coupon and she didnt seem to care. O well customer service sucks but what else can you expect from a korean ran food court. Ugh customer service sucks here. read more

Philip B.

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13

1

5 years ago

This is my favorite place for tonkatsu in Los Angeles. Please do not judge prior to trying it because it is located inside a food court. Compared to other places portions are huge and food is tasty. All their side dishes, including macaroni salad are delicious. It is a great place to dine if you are in the mood for tonkatsu. read more

Youngjo J.

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1

0

8 years ago

This is my favorite pork cutlet place in ktown. The portions are huge and the price is pretty good for what you get. Parking is no problem since its inside ktown plaza. read more

Roland M.

1766

6

0

6 years ago

I come here weekly since it's across the street from my place. I call in my food and it's ready in less than 10 minutes. Great food, huge portions, and friendly staff. read more

Eric L.

1

35

2

8 months ago

Very disappointing. This restaurant used to offer best food in town. But now quality just dropped. Will not recommend this restaurant. read more

John K.

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3

0

2 years ago

Best tonkatsu in ktown been going here since I was in high school. It's Korean og tonkatsu not the big thick ones that Japanese katsu.

Lydia J.

1

3

0

9 years ago

Amazing nostalgy place for me. It reminds me of my school day lunches. Good time spended here. For sure i will come back.

Hyunsu L.

21

14

23

6 years ago

Their crispy tonkatsu is must try. Makes great dinner for all. Contactless pay with 2go2go.com and grap your food fast.

Clara C.

0

7

1

7 years ago

Definitely something different and delicious! To be our first time it was great! Coming back again for sure! read more

Eric C.

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10

4

1 year ago

Terrible service, rude employees, especially the skinny short woman with glasses wearing black hat

Skyboii S.

0

6

0

4 months ago

They didn't put spoon or napkin or hot sauce or anything. How do I supposed to eat? This is bad.

Muli S.

2

108

9

4 years ago

taste is consistent price is still within reason. portuon is great. highly recommended.

S P.

0

77

46

4 years ago

good taste..very crispy..pork cutlet and chicken cutlet

Torrance Flower S.

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5

0

6 years ago

Good quality and good price. Who could ask for more?

A T.

Elite 14

464

368

5865

16 years ago

Big portion (enough to share), cheap & delicious.

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I was trying to find new places to go eat with my family, and wanted to preferably go to a place…read moreinside a mall. I saw that Koreatown Galleria had places to walk around, a market, and also a food court, so I decided to come here for lunch. One of the places I chose to eat was at Galleria Tonkatsu. The staff was fairly nice and answered questions. The food court area was quite clean and spacious, with child seats present. I ended up getting a katsu trio and also a seafood rice gratin. The katsu trio was actually hamburg steak, fish katsu, and pork katsu. The trio came with rice, cabbage with dressing, coleslaw, pickled vegetables, and a cream soup. The seafood rice gratin was baked, and also came with cream soup. The seafood rice gratin with cheese was just slightly salty for me but it was still tasty. I loved the variety of various seafood on the dish. The fish katsu was amazing. The fish was still very flaky and juicy with a crisp batter. The pork katsu was solid also. The soup was a nice side for both dishes.

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Awoolim has the best Korean fried chicken I've had -- crispy, perfectly sauced, and consistent…read moreevery time. The takoyaki is a great surprise addition to the menu too, super fresh and flavorful. Overall this place nails Korean street food. Great for sharing with a group or just treating yourself. Highly recommend.

What can I say, this place is a household favorite. It's fast, it's yummy, and it's value! Free…read more3-hour parking with validation in Ktown is honestly the cherry on top. If you know, you know ktown korean food scene can get ridiculously expensive. That's why I really appreciate Awoolim for keeping things simple and solid. Oden for $2.50, tteokbokki for $5, gimari for $5... most of the menu sits under $10, and the food just hits. Service is exactly what you'd expect from a very authentic spot - no frills, straight to the point. My Score (out of 10) Taste: 4/5 Cleanliness: 1/1 Service: 1.5/2 Operations: 1/1 Value: 1/1 Total: 8.5/10

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I've been coming to Gamja Bawi at the Koreatown Plaza food court for a very long time -- probably…read moremore than 50, maybe even 70 times since a very long time ago. There's usually a lady with her hair tied up who's been working there since a long time ago -- she's always so kind and pleasant. But when I went there for lunch today (Wednesday, October 15), she wasn't there. Instead, there were two other women working -- and one of them was shockingly rude, to the point that it completely ruined my day. I really like their seafood hot stone bibimbap, spicy chicken stew (dakbokkeumtang), and braised black cod (eundaegu jorim), and today I ordered the black cod to-go. They charge to-go for $.50. I paid for that but I ate at the food court. Yesterday, I went to Jinju Sungchan in Koreatown Galleria -- even though they were very busy, they kindly informed customers that food could take 20-30 minutes, which was totally understandable. However, at Gamja Bawi today, I waited and waited, but no food came out -- not even after a long time. I understand it was lunch time, but the least they could do is let customers know ahead of time that the wait might be around 30 minutes. When I politely asked about my order after waiting a while, the woman snapped at me, saying they were busy and I just had to wait. No apology, no courtesy -- just attitude. After about 40 minutes, I asked again, saying I had been waiting that long, and only then did she hand me the food -- without any apology. When I later went to get some water, I calmly said that I had waited 40 minutes and that it would've been nice if they had warned me about the wait, or at least apologized instead of being rude. Instead of apologizing, she got even more irritated and told me "Then don't come back." When I asked for her name, she said, "Why do you need to know?" I said I wanted to let the owner know about her attitude -- and she replied, "I'm the owner." I was completely shocked. This was such an unprofessional and disrespectful experience. I've always thought this place stayed busy because of the good food, but after today, I'll never go back. No matter how tasty the food is, treating customers like this is absolutely unacceptable.

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(23 reviews)

Delicious home style cooking! Lunch boxes are packed with generous amount of tasty food. It is easy…read moreto taste the quality of the ingredients that they use and the care that they put into preparing each item! The steamed dumplings are tender and very flavorful! What a lovely lunch spot tucked inside an office building.

This place used to be Cooking Mom. The menu stayed the same but I guess the ownership changed. The…read morefood here is cheap, delicious and plentiful. This place focuses on Korean bento boxes. Bento box in Korean is dorisak. If you don't know what a bento box is, it's basically a lunch box. Everything was great. Please support this business.

Seoul Soondae House Two

4.2

(66 reviews)

Place is located in the Koreatown Plaza in a food court. It may be mall court but the pricing is…read morefair and the quality is excellent. The eating area's gives off an early 90s food court vibe, so it's pretty retro. You order at the counter and they give you a pager that rings when food's ready. Had the budae jjigae with some banchan. The stew was spicy and filling. And the banchan had that homemade charm. I also tried the soondae from a friend. Overall, it's a pretty good option for affordable and quick Korean food.

Still thinking about this bossam! Basically boiled, sliced pork. Nice n fatty and I love the skin!…read moreWrap it up in cabbage, lettuce, carrots, jalapeños, onions and that raw garlic! My go to was the garlic and onions wrapped in cabbage! Came with a side of kimchi radish strips, pickled onions, fermented beans and fermented shrimp paste. Presented nicely in a plastic box. If you can finish, just put a lid on it and take it home!

Young Dong Restaurant

3.9

(340 reviews)

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I've consistently ranked them among my top three comfort‑food restaurants in Koreatown. However, my…read morelast visit was a bit of a letdown. Prices have gone up due to inflation, and both the kimchi and radish no longer taste the way they used to. Even the dish I've always loved didn't feel the same anymore. For now, my rating remains at four stars. Hopefully, my next visit will lead to a different verdict.

if im going to be honest i genuinely think cold noodles aren't for me, The spicy cold noodles are…read moregood they aren't spicy more like on the sweeter side, im not saying it was bad but it was good but not good enough to come back. On the other hand the kimchi was so good it comes with spicy and no spice version. Service was good. Most of the time ktown plaza is packed but today was empty.

California Gimbap & Udon

3.9

(110 reviews)

When at California Market, stopping for kimbap at Gaju Gimbap is a must. In Korean, Gaju is similar…read moreto english slang of Cali so those in the know call it this. *themoreyouknow*rainbow* Located inside California Market which has their own parking garage. I I like parking on the top level to avoid crowds & have pretty city views, but then you'll need to take the elevator down to the first level where the market is located. Once inside California Market, walk all the way to the far back corner and ~~~ Meet Gaju Gimbap aka California Gimbap & Udon! This is actually my favorite kimbap in Koreatown which is high praise as there are many spots for it. Their portions are huge, fresh and delicious - I've never had a kimbap from here I didn't like. They do have a few tables and there are usually people dining in, but most people just grab & go. I love being able to grab some quick lunch and get my groceries all in one swoop!

Located inside Rodeo Galleria, seems like a ghost town inside of other small shops. Easy parking,…read morelarge parking lot with shared plaza. They have a handful of tables to dine in but I've only grabbed and go during lunch. Kimbaps are decently priced for large one. Wrapped nicely and pretty filled in my opinion. Bulgogi, Fishcake and Tuna are my favorite. Topokki (tteokbokki) is good but not the best I've had. Convenient to order if you want to dip your kimbap into the sauce.

Pao Jao Dumpling House

4.0

(206 reviews)