If you are craving authentic Korean comfort food, Top Sot Korean Restaurant is a must-visit! We ordered the Braised Short Rib with Kimchi, Short Ribs, and their signature Pot Rice and every dish was packed with rich, homemade flavor. The short ribs were incredibly tender, the kimchi added the perfect kick, and the freshly pressure-cooked pot rice was the star of the meal. Don't forget to pour hot water into the pot afterward to enjoy the crispy scorched rice as a comforting soup. The homemade banchan, cozy atmosphere, and friendly service make it feel like you're dining at a Korean family's home. Definitely a spot worth coming back to! Top Sot Korean Restaurant (탑솥) is highly rated for its homestyle Korean comfort food and fresh, pressure-cooked pot rice (sotbap). Customers frequently praise the generous, scratch-made side dishes (banchan) and the interactive lettuce wrap (ssambap) dining experience. Locations & Hours: * Buena Park: 5230 Beach Blvd Ste D, Buena Park, CA 90621 read more

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Amazing Korean Food! My Korean Momma approved!! Customer service 10/5, thank you so much for your great attentive service! Lots of spaces and tables! You can come in groups as well! Lots of parking as well! Affordable prices!! Loved the hot rice scorched rice pot!! Really highly recommend! read more

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This all you can eat KBBQ is quite good. The meat was good, and was ordered through the app. The appetizers and sides and a few non-meat things to grill are available as a food bar. What we did not notice was that there were some hot / fresh sides you had to order with the app, so we'll remember that for next time. Ahh, cheese corn, you will have to wait. The servers periodically changed the grate when it started to smoke. The grill was hot in the middle but not so much at the edges, which limited the usable cooking surface. Soft serve ice cream (chocolate or vanilla or swirl) was the only dessert available. Music was too loud at the table near the speaker at the entrance, but we asked to move and sat where it was quieter. read more

The workers were so friendly here. They were so accommodating and were very on top of it when it came to refilling things. The food was absolutely delicious. I loved the pork bulgogi, I couldn't get enough of it. Love this place! read more

Top Sot - Korean Near Me - Buena Park, California

I haven't seen a place in the OC area where they specialize in Sotbap (hot pot rice). This place specifically offers a course menu of Ssam Bap, which includes: pot rice, side dishes, leaf wraps, soybean paste stew, iron plate of your choice of meat or seafood. I ordered the Squid Bulgogi Ssam Bap, which is their stir-fried squid in a spicy and savory sauce. The squid was perfectly cooked and so fun to eat with all the different lettuce wraps they provided: steamed cabbage, perilla leaves, romaine lettuce, jalapeños, carrots and cucumbers served with their housemade dip (ssamjang). I also ordered their Galbi + Spicy Cold Noodle Combo (non-spicy option also available) and the Fiery Chicken with Cheese. For the Fiery Chicken with Cheese, the server came with a blowtorch to melt the cheese tableside, which was quite the show and made the experience even more fun. The service was excellent throughout the meal, with staff being friendly, attentive, and engaging. Because they are known for their Sotbap, it was only fitting that the star of the show was the Sotbap. I'll definitely be back to try their other Sotbaps, especially the LA Galbi, bulgogi and pork bulgogi. read more

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My friend and I stumbled upon this place cause we were craving some Korean food. There was no wait on a Saturday afternoon and we sat quickly. The ordering system was super easy to use on a tablet. The portions at this place are hefty and I would say is considered hearty and healthy. I got the ssambab + squid bulgogi. It included a big plate of veggies, pot rice, and a soup! Of course, you can't forgot about the banchan. It was a lot of food and I had bulgogi and veggie leftovers at the end of the meal. The only downside of this place was that the restrooms were outside, but no code needs to be entered to use. It was also pretty clean in there too. Overall, nothing really bad about this place. I'll be back to try out their other food! read more

Top Sot - Korean Near Me - Buena Park, California

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Came here for a friend's birthday and thoroughly enjoyed the authentic food here. The soy marinated raw crab was fresh and excellent. 5/5 stars! The short rib was also excellent. It was tender, but not fatty. Nice balance in the marinade. 5/5 The squid bbq was also excellent. Sometimes, squid can be tough and rubbery, but not the squid here! It was actually quite tender and flavorful as well. 5/5 stars The monkfish soup was also excellent, with generous chunks of fish. 5/5 You order from a QR code linked to your table. Very convenient and easy. Other notables: Price was reasonable for authentic Korean food. Plenty of parking. Cozy restaurant space with less than 10 tables. This is not a fine dining restaurant, but more reminiscent of your grandma's kitchen. I'm definitely gonna come back and bring my mom here. She will love it. read more

Top Sot - Soy marinated raw crab - Korean Near Me - Buena Park, California

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Top Sot Korean Restaurant Buena Park We got : (Combo) Korean SHORT RIBS+Pot Rice +Soybean Paste Soup -the rice pot was pretty good size, so filling I was so full and this was great with my raw crab! The short ribs were a mix of fatty and lean meats, there was A LOT OF veggies provided to wrap the meat in, which was fantastic surprise. The soybean paste soup was full of strong savory bean flavor. SOY SAUCE MARINATED CRAB TWO WHOLE CRAB : definitely super fresh, not overly salty, and high quality ! I just wish it was bigger portion for the price but I think the quality of items at this restaurant is what you are getting with a lot of unique side dishes too! The rice cold drink at the end for dessert was cherry on top. Good service, I actually liked that the bathroom is outside , lots of parking in the plaza , chill vibe not noisy. 9/10 for me. Follow me for more foodie vlogs -living with luci read more

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This place was recommended by a friend and she was right that it was authentic and delicious. They even have the tables with drawers that house their utensils like in South Korea. It's a tiny place maybe 8 tables and there's only 1 person taking orders. Luckily when we arrived there was 1 table left for our party of 3. We ordered the seafood pancake and the bulgogi that came with all the banchan. These 2 orders were more than enough for the 3 of us. We loved the seafood pancake here because it was thick and crispy. ( some places the pancake is soggy.) It was full of seafood like octopus and shrimp. The bulgogi was very good too. It came with spicy tofu soup, rice with the crunchy bottom, lettuce , radish kimchi, fish cake, salad, fried eggplant and cucumbers. (But no regular kimchi.) It was all so flavorful. We were stuffed and so satisfied. I highly recommend this place! read more

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Want a tasty and elevated Korean restaurant experience? Look no further than Top Sot! Although Sot Bap is not a new concept, Top Sot elevates your experience with a pleasant dining atmosphere and genuine quality you can taste. No matter what age you are, what type of cultural background you come from, you will have no complaints. All the side dishes were seasoned and fermented to perfection! The level of detail the owner put into all the ingredients, collectively amplified my experience. Unfortunaly, I have been to many restaurants where the vegetable quality, freshness, and cleanliness were very questionable. This led me to be more cautious when visiting restaurants. At Top Sot, the quality, freshness, and cleanliness were undeniable. Again, the attention to small details made my meal momentiously more enjoyable. Although I want to recommend one specific dish for you all to try, I literally cannot choose. I am eagerly looking forward to the next day I can enjoy a meal at Top Sot. If you have read this far, what are you waiting for? Head to Top Sot right now!! read more

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Top Sot is a relatively new spot in Buena Park, located on a busy street, so I often pass this location. Since it's relatively new, I don't think many people know about it because when I went on a Saturday evening, we were quickly seated with only one other party in the restaurant. I liked that their banchan is different from most places - offering fried eggplant and a citrus vinagrette salad. Since it was later in the evening, the restaurant was quiet and service was attentive. My partner and I shared the gal I combo which came with the fresh veggies, soup, and rice. This was plenty of food for us and we left satisfied. read more

Top Sot - Galbi combo - Korean Near Me - Buena Park, California

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My mom introduced me to this place and I'm so glad she did because this place was the highlight of my month. My mom ordered in Korean so I'll tell you from the best of my knowledge. I got their Soba and it's now my favorite spot to get soba; soba tasted fresh and taste was super spot on for me. The soba came with 2 sides (idk the name of it). My mom got their spicy pork bulgolgi and doenjang jigae (stew). Honestly I can't tell you much of the names, my only job was to eat, enjoy, and pay. Everything tasted great but the jigae (stew) was just okay for the both of us. All the side dishes were delicious as well especially their deep fried eggplant. The place was clean, welcoming, and very family friendly vibe. Utensils and napkins are self-serve inside every table which was cool. I'll definitely be back! read more

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Already looking for a place to detox after your Thanksgiving feast? Check out Top Pot -- a healthy Korean spot that's light, balanced, and satisfying. My favorite is their ssam bap set: wrap your meat with fresh veggies, served with warm pot rice, protein, and unique sides like fried eggplant with miso and soybean paste soup. For just $28, it's enough for two. We also ordered noodles and beef soup for the table. Everything is light on the stomach but still delicious, filling, and nutritious. Ig: socalhkfoodies read more

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First visit today after long time on my watch list Had pork bbq ssambop special today. It came with meat, soybean paste soup, and a ton of fresh veg to wrap meat with. Fantastic spread! $29 seemed like good deal for so much food. Service was great and the place immaculate clean. read more

A great soul Korean home cook meals. Went here for dinner on Sunday evening, we went early around 5:30 and we're the 1st one there but when we left, it packed. Parking is great with plenty since they have big parking lot. Big outdoor sideways patio seating, inside have less the a dozen tables. Clean, well organized, space with friendly vibe. Menu and order on tablet on the table. Side dishes are great, slightly different than the usual that you would expected. Portions are great, price tags are great, could be lower but still good for the size portion. The cold noodle is very tasty and chewy with well marinated sauce. The pork bulgogi with burned cheese was abit wetter then I would like but we'll make and tasty, especially with hot pot rice (that come with it) and veggies. The seafood pancake is unique and tastier than I expected, top 3 that I ever ate. Not oily, crunchy, well balanced & refreshing. The Beef Short Rib Soup was fantastic, just simply yummy. The fried fish is just well make and so good. I could stop from finishing it and it was gone within 10mins. Service is wonderful and kind. The ladies are very attentive and kind. We had a wonderful dinner with some left over for next day or 2 for work lunch. Will definitely come back to try others in near future. read more

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$31 for one ssamjang wrap + protein dish Brought me back to Korea and worth the potential choking hazard making assorted lettuce wraps! If two people order, one ssamjang meal with protein and a non ssamjang meal, such as the donkatsu or fried flounder, that's totally enough food for both. You will likely have leftovers. They don't allow you to bring back the ssamjang or banchan, guess you gotta keep coming back lol YUMMY Banchan goes hard here cilantro with tomatoes - bomb Okra? With sesame seeds - great flavor Fresh ssamjang reminds me of Korea!!! Doenjang jjigae smells very strong, but when you eat it with rice is really yummy! Good Green onion kimchi - maybe a teensy fermented for me Deep fried eggplant - I love eggplant , but wish the batter outside was lighter Squid bulgogi was a bit chewy, but it wasn't too sweet, spicy, or salty. Shall try the chicken next time! Spicy squid banchan - fine Making the lettuce wraps with a variation of the banchan and a small scoop of rice with their ssamjang is DELISH. Mouth doesn't get bored and it's fun to experiment with flavors. Rice comes out in a metal pot and the kind server scooped the rice and put in hot barley tea so the scorched rice can be eaten later! I realize it's also not my cup of tea lol They give you frozen shikhye after the yummy meal The place is not that large, I had to wait 10 min for a table at 1pm on Sunday. read more

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Everything about this place is amazing, from the golden bowls to the little rice pot that turns into nurungji (burnt rice porridge) at the end. I ordered the beef tartare bibimbap and it was so fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The beef was tender, the veggies crisp, and once you mix it all together it's pure perfection. Every side dish tasted homemade and full of flavor. Service was great, super friendly and attentive. They even gave me a sikhye (Korean dessert drink) at the end, which was such a nice surprise. And there's plenty of parking, which is always a plus. This place makes you feel fancy but totally comfortable at the same time. If you love Korean food or want to try something new, you have to come here. read more

Top Sot - 육회비빔밥 BEEF TARTARE AND VEGETABLES MIXED RICE - Korean Near Me - Buena Park, California

They've been open 3 months! TLDR; Modern interior, efficient service, great banchan, fresh veggies, soups a little salty, slightly pricey. Side dishes (5/5): They have very unique and fresh side dishes that you don't see at most other restaurants! Probably my favorite part of the meal. My favs: Soy sesame pickled celery was sweet and savory. Cilantro kimchi with tomato was sweet and refreshing. Fried eggplant was lightly battered and eggplant was super soft. Kind of like a tempura. Ssambap (4/5): Good variety of greens that were super fresh. Wish we got a few more perilla leaves. Ssamjang was very good- super subtle, nutty, and had bits of almonds and walnuts inside. We got bulgogi and squid. Flavor was decent, but portions were slightly underwhelming. The pictures make it seem like more. Doenjang jjigae was way too salty. The rice had the perfect chew. They make it crispy so you can add hot water at the end and turn it into a soup. Definitely tasty and worth trying, but not sure if it was worth the price. Pork cutlet (3.5/5): The sauce was pretty unique, but everything else was pretty standard. They definitely hammer down the pork real thin. Beef and radish soup (3/5): There were maybe 4 large chunks of beef. A little bit of glass noodles. The flavor was meh. It was also way too salty. We actually didn't finish it. Wouldn't get again. Seafood noodle (4/5): The noodle portion of this was actually a lot. Probably enough to split into 7 small bowls, each bowl having maybe 3 little pieces of seafood. There's mostly clam, squid, shrimp, and zucchini. The soup was very thick but not overly salty. Service (4/5): All the utensils and stuff are in the table drawer and you order from your phone. The side dishes came out pretty quickly. I would say the service is pretty "Asian" in that they're very efficient and constantly scanning, but there's not much interaction otherwise unless you ask for something specific. I assume you might get better service if you're actually Korean. For 6 adults, we were all pretty satisfied. Total came to about $150 before tax and tip. Parking was a breeze since the lot isn't busy. Bathrooms are single stall outside and need a code. No changing table. They have high chairs and there were quite a few families in the early evening and it's pretty clean. read more

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Top Sot is a new Korean gem that takes rice seriously. Each portion is cooked in its own little pressure pot, and you can taste the care in every bite. We arrived just before the dinner rush and were seated right away. The dining area was run by a team of cheerful staff members who kept everything moving smoothly and even brought out a chilled pitcher of water before we could ask. We ordered the pork bulgogi and short rib sets, and both were fantastic. The meat was tender, juicy, and not greasy at all. The banchan spread was amazing, with each side having its own flavor personality. The onion and cilantro mix with yuzu sauce completely stole the show. Fresh, crisp veggies, a rich nutty dip, and free banchan refills (they even refilled before we asked) sealed the deal. The vibe was lively and a little loud, but in a good way. It was full of energy while still comfortable enough to have a conversation. Food gets a 4.5 out of 5, service 5 out of 5, and ambiance 4 out of 5. We are already planning our next visit to try their specialty rice dishes. read more

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Parking is pretty decent in this plaza. This place is known for its same which are like veggie wraps. I got the squid with ssam which was great. They give a lot of refreshing side dishes which just go so well with the meal. You order on your phone but service was quick and easy. They also end your meal with some refreshing shik hye! Im excited to come back here :)! read more

Top Sot - Korean Near Me - Buena Park, California

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Great spot for authentic and comforting Korean home-style meals, Their signature set menu features pressure-cooked pot rice, seasonal wraps, sizzling grilled meats, and soybean paste stew. I also tried Galibtang, a beef short ribs soup that had been simmered for hours, resulting in the most flavorful broth. After finishing the pot rice, pour hot water into the leftover nurungji to create a nutty, roasted rice infusion to end your perfect meal. read more

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Came here with some friends and per couple we got a regular dish and a ssam dish. Our first impressions was the aesthetic 5/5 with the more traditional gold tableware, the table having the drawer for utensils and napkins saving table space for the load of food that was going to come! I got the squid bulgogi ssam to try and my husband got the yukhwae bibimbap. From the ssam combo, I thought the neurungji was well done and I appreciated the variety of veggies. As for the squid, I was lost on the flavor. Texture was fine and had a mild spicy taste but there was not much flavor. My friend's spicy bulgogi one (pork I think) was more flavorful so if I got ssam again, I'd probably get that or try the fire chicken. As for yukhwae, my husband said it was ok...it reminded me of the Korean poke bowls (hwae dupbap) but with raw meat instead. We have a go-to spit for yukhwae so our standards are definitely high. Our closing thoughts was great cause of the pear slush they give at the end though! Perfect way to end the meal read more

Top Sot - Ssam: squid and spicy bulgogi, cold noodles, yukhwae bibimbap - Korean Near Me - Buena Park, California

I found a new korean restaurant on Knott Avenue. I bookmarked it and went there for the lunch. They open at 11:30 and I got there 11:45, already packed. The location is on the corner of Big 5 sports strip mall. Looked newly decorated decent and tiny restaurant. Thank God! My hubby and I seated right next to the kitchen. We ordered their specialty, squid bulgogi SSAM (seasonal fresh leaf wrap) combo w bean stew, hot rice pot and Giant pork cutlet w Inari sushi (fried tofu curd filled w seasoned rice). I was soooo hungry after I taught the dance class this morning, I asked the owner, can I get the side dishes? We got the side dishes first. I was so impressed about the homemade version SSAMJANG, bean paste w walnuts, almonds, sliced garlics, I can't stop eating this. Not salted!! tastes nutty, bean flavor, just I can eat eat....more. Other side dishes, eggplant Tempura, chewy radish, korean chilis seasoned w bean paste, green onion kimchi. Tasted like home made healthy, fresh foods for me to remind of my korean last trip to have upscale korean restaurant. The price here $28 is really good. Loved the cozy interior, so clean, especially the owner's service was top notch. I asked to refill all the side dishes 3 times....that good. I was so happy. For entrées, squid bulgogi was so tasty, they put lots of squids, the spicy seasoning was perfect in the hot cast iron plate. The hot rice pot was so chewy, obviously fresh cooked and delivered to the table, tasted so flavorful. Lovely!!! We got the giant pork cutlet a little later, we were already soooo full, I only tasted for the quality of pork, and how crispy... I give 5 stars for the giant pork cutlet. Two Inari sushi were too much for the cutlet??? My suggestion, might be better just white rice for the cutlet. I can enjoy more cutlet taste w white rice than Inari sushi. Overall, I didn't expect that much but I can tell a big surprise. I can go there all the time to enjoy home made version SSAMJANG (bean paste) and side dishes such as eggplant Tempura, chilis, green onion kimchi, chewy radish. They gave us cold rice drink, Shikhae. Refreshing as the dessert!! We were glad to find a great hidden jam on Knott. We will be definitely there. Great vibe, great foods, and great service!!! Your ssamjang was a bomb, top notch!!! Thanks for everything. Love it!!! read more

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We found a new korean hidden jam in Buena Park. My wife was so excited to go there. She loves korean healthy side dishes including hot rice pot, bulgogi. The restaurant was decent but not too big. I counted 9 or 10 tables. The menu was simple w specialty called SSAM combo (korean loves fresh leaf wrap added bean paste ssamjang). We chose squid bulgogi ssam combo w bean paste stew, hot rice pot and my fave, giant pork cutlet w inari sushi. We started first all the side dishes, eggplant tempura, chilis w bean paste, spicy chewy radish, green onion kimchi, some sour veggie salad w tomatoes. We really liked ssamjang homemade style unsalted...mild version w walnuts, almonds, and sliced garlic. Really tasty w lettuce, steamed cabbage wrap. My wife asked refills 3 times....haha..that good all the side dishes including bean paste, ssamjang. First, we got spicy squid bulgogi w hot rice pot. Wow....hot! hot! hot!! Loved chewy fresh cooked rice! Squid tasted soooo good, spicy and sweet, really blending w white rice, ssam. My cutlet, giant portion first, so crunchy! The pork was so tender. They added 2 inari sushi. I am not really inari sushi lover but it was tasty. Let's talk about overall quality and service. I give 5 stars. I can tell high quality, super fresh, the seasoning was perfect, especially SSAMJANG for lettuces, perilla leaves, and steamed cabbages, mugworts, and etc was top notch. They gave us korean cold rice drink for dessert. Refreshing! We found a great korean comfort foods today. We left w happy smiles and filled our empty stomach. Thanks for the wonderful foods and service. Your restaurant is true, authentic korean. read more

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Good korean food! Everything tasted rly good so we finished all. Portions are smaller and enough to feed 1 person- we were worried we ordered too much but it was just the right amount of food. - sambap combo with squid bulgogi 8.5/10 - soba noodle 7/10 - beef tartar bibimbap 8/10 - shikhe (rice drink/dessert) 3/10 Service was a bit slower and you could tell it was a new restaurant. but everyone is super nice Space was very clean and cozy. read more

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I love this spot. Makes me feel like I'm eating at my Korean homies house. Like their mom is introducing me to Korean food for the first time and I'm marveling at how much effort and love is put into the food. We got the cheesy chicken where they torch it at the table with veggies to wrap it in. I love eating like this because you get to make your own perfect bites. Their samjang or soybean paste is one the best I've had from any Korean restaurant. The banchan side dishes were so fresh and not the typical that you'd get at other spots. We got their raw marinated crab and spicy short rib soup too. Both were amazing. Buena Park is known for Korean food but this spot is on the outskirts so it's almost out of place and it might not get the attention it deserves. Definitely a must try! read more

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Such a great way to present and serve korean bbq. I love the lettuce wraps and their homemade samjang. I've brought my baby here three times now and each time the waiters and waitress has been nothing but helpful and attentive. It's a new OC secret. read more

Food is decent. The beef radish soup was really flavorful and clear. The pot rice is always fun because I like to eat the bits soaked with hot water. I thought the spicy pork and bulgogi meats were very average and did not feel like it was worth the high cost. I liked the ssamjang as well as the variety of veggies they provided. I was confused at first why we did not get any utensils, but my mom realized that it's self service. You have to open the side drawer to grab your own utensils. Service was friendly, and they served us complimentary sikhye slushee at the end, which was refreshing. read more

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This recently opened Korean restaurant is impressively clean and runs very efficiently. Ordering is easy and fast since you just scan a QR code--no waiting around. The vegetables are very fresh, and the ssamjang comes with a generous variety of greens, which I loved. The rice was excellent--perfectly cooked, chewy, and fragrant. Side dishes were a standout: not salty at all, but deeply flavorful, like home-style Korean cooking. The fish dishes tasted fresh and well prepared. The kalbi was flavorful, though it had quite a bit of fat, so keep that in mind. Service was friendly and attentive despite the streamlined ordering system. One interesting note: the restroom is located outside the restaurant, which was unexpected but manageable. Overall, a solid spot for clean, comforting Korean food with fast, modern ordering and thoughtful flavors. read more

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I saw this place on instagram and wanted to try it out with my boyfriend. I loved the traditional yet elevated interior and the staff were very quick and attentive to our needs. We got the ssam combo with the L.A. galbi and the stir fried pork and they were so delicious paired with the rice that came ready in a steaming pot. The vegetables were fresh and i loved the banchan (side dishes) that we could add to our wraps. I forgot to take a picture but we also each got soybean paste stews as well! Overall, for the insane amount of food we had and quality, it was totally worth the price. I definitely would recommend going with friends and family and I'll be coming back soon! read more

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Delicious! Filling! Satisfying and best of all healthy for you and your family. Portions are shareable and it's worth trying various items. Service was attentive, so kind and accommodating too for our little one. Loved the chill and luxe environment with plenty of seating as well. Definitely recommend checking this place out. read more

Top Sot - Delicious banchan, soups, bulgogi, pork cutlet, veggies in abundance. Enough for a group of 4 including a little one - Korean Near Me - Buena Park, California

Top Sot Buena Park has a new hidden gem! We are visiting from Seattle and miss delicious Korean food in L.A. Top Sot will be our new have to eat places when we visit again. If you are in Buena Park area please try this place. The banchan (side dishes) are original, delicious and fresh. The soy sauce crab was worth every penny. I normally order a spicy raw crab but their soy sauce gejang was absolutely perfect. Every dish we ordered was made to perfection and presentation is beautiful. Everyone is friendly and the restaurant is very clean. I will be back to try their other dishes soon. read more

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First time visit with great food, good service, and spacious room. Staff was attentive and explained options for meals. We ordered beef and short ribs with unlimited sides and everything was delicious. I would definitely return back! read more

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We stopped by this restaurant for a late Saturday lunch with our kids after having it on our list for quite some time. Like most diners, we read through reviews beforehand mainly to see if there were kid-friendly options and dishes my wife would enjoy. Naturally, the negative reviews tend to stand out more, so I paid closer attention to comments mentioning slow service or food being average.With that in mind, we decided to experience it for ourselves. Atmosphere - 5/5 The restaurant feels clean, modern, and well-maintained, likely due to its recent opening. While I'm no interior design expert, the layout and décor felt intentional and cohesive, creating a comfortable and welcoming dining environment. Service - 5/5 Contrary to some of the feedback I had read, service during our visit was efficient and attentive. The food arrived quickly, and the staff checked in consistently to see if we needed refills or anything else. Everything felt well paced and professional. Banchan (Side Dishes) - 5/5 I'm not sure if the side dishes rotate daily, but each one was thoughtfully prepared and well balanced. We had fried eggplant, cilantro salad, cucumber salad, seasoned squid, green onion kimchi, and cubed radish kimchi. Nothing felt overly seasoned, and each dish complemented the mains rather than overpowering them. Main Dishes - 5/5 We ordered the stir-fried squid, short ribs, pork cutlet, and seafood pancake. The pork cutlet and pancake were a hit with our kids, while my wife especially enjoyed the squid along with the variety of banchan. From my perspective, the overall balance of flavors across the table was excellent satisfying without being heavy. Parking - 5/5 Since the restaurant is located in a shopping plaza, parking was easy and plentiful, which is always a big plus when dining with family. Dining experiences are inevitably subjective and shaped by personal taste and expectations. If you arrive expecting bold, punch you in the face flavor, this place might initially feel understated. But that restraint is exactly what made the meal enjoyable for us. Many popular, long-line restaurants deliver intense flavors upfront, often relying heavily on MSG to create that immediate "wow" factor. While exciting at first, those meals can become overwhelming, leaving you feeling overly thirsty and fatigued afterward. Here, the flavors felt clean and balanced comforting without being bland and we experienced none of that post-meal heaviness or excessive thirst. Because of that, I think this restaurant is especially well-suited for families with kids or older guests who appreciate gentler, more thoughtful seasoning. My wife, who rarely recommends restaurants, described the food as feeling like a homecooked meal and said she'd happily come back. The kids loved it as well, and we're already planning our next visit. read more

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Unique spot that seems to specialize in wraps. We got two of their regular entrees since we popped in for lunch. The yukkoe bibimbap was good and the portion was pretty big. Husband got their donkatsu set which was pretty big. I liked their banchan which included pa kimchi, celery kimchi, tempura eggplant and a cilantro salad. The service was good and the setting was nice. read more

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FOOD: 5/5 The quality of the food was amazing! Everything was cooked to perfection and the amount of food provided was more than enough for my friend and I. They even served cold barley tea! SERVICE: The service was great! The waitresses were constantly checking in on us to make sure everything tasted good and to refill our teas and water! AMBIANCE: Small but nicely designed and clean. There's one large table that could be used if you have a large party and a few other smaller tables. I would definitely return here next time I'm in the area! read more

This used to be a different restaurant until about 3 months ago at the time of this review, now it's a homey Korean restaurant specializing in ssambap, where you make little lettuce-wrapped bites with meat and rice! They have other options too; we tried the beef rib soup, seafood soup, and pork cutlet, all decent though the soups may be salty for some, but the ssambap is the real star of the show. Combined with unique banchan, some of which I've never seen served elsewhere, a super savory ssamjang, and fluffy rich pot rice that comes with your ssambap combo, each little wrap I made was a mouthful of savory goodness! Staff was super friendly and accommodating for my family gathering, place was very clean and food came out promptly after ordering! I believe they just recently implemented QR code menu + ordering from your phone too to expedite service. Would definitely recommend! read more

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What a great new find! The food was all so very delicious~~~ the three of us ordered the spicy octopus ssam, beef tartare bibimbap, raw crab & Korean bbq short rib ssam. The table was full! The banchans (side dishes) looked very simple but were so on point. I especially enjoyed the cilantro/tomato side dish. It was so refreshing! The place is small and started getting packed at lunchtime. I would recommend getting there before the rush because the place is not large. Definitely will be coming back! read more

Top Sot - Spicy octopus ssam, Korean bbq short rib ssam, raw crab - Korean Near Me - Buena Park, California

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Took a couple of my close friends out last Friday to try something new, and we ended up at Top Sot. Funny enough, this place was actually last on our list out of like 7-8 spots we were considering... but I'm really glad we landed here. I was looking for something more traditional, and the menu caught my attention right away. Felt a little different from the usual Korean spots around Buena Park, so I figured why not give it a shot. Not everything was perfect--the initial greeting could've been a bit warmer--but honestly, that's the only thing I can even point out. The food more than made up for it. From the side dishes to the mains, everything just hit. The squid bulgogi had great flavor and a nice kick, the donkatsu was crispy and satisfying, and the soy sauce crab was honestly one of my favorites of the night. The tofu dishes (stew and braised tofu) were also really comforting and done right. I also got a chance to chat briefly with the owner, who's also the main cook. Super genuine, you can tell she really cares about the food and what she's putting out. I already told my friends--we're coming back. There's still a bunch on the menu I want to try, and this might end up being one of my go-to spots in Buena Park. Really solid dinner overall. Looking forward to the next visit. read more