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    Umami Express

    4.3 (27 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 1:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Organic Tofu Rice & Cabbage Bowl
    Cindy C.

    So good! Fresh ingredients, tastes homemade and healthy! Love it! So glad to have this healthy lunch option. I ordered the Tofu bowl with cabbage, lemon garlic soy sauce and the chili oil crunch. I like that they use paper bags and boxes. No plastic. Love the hand-written thank you note! Will definitely order from here again.

    Protein bowl
    Amanda G.

    Y'all, yes this is operating out of the ghost kitchen/ carryout place on Western. And, it's delicious! I ordered once on Uber eats and once for pickup. It's been delicious. I'm so happy to be able to order something with great protein and veggies nearby. They have followed my order notes and even took the time to thank me for on Uber. It's definitely a new regular spot.

    Chicken Rice Bowl
    Detroit R.

    Listen to me, if you're debating on whether to order here....DO IT NOW!!! I was in LA for a quick business trip and wanted something healthy. Umami Express did not fail. I ordered the chicken rice bowl, smoothie and chicken rice & cabbage bowl. All bowls were absolutely ahhhmazing. Very healthy, delicious, fresh and full of flavor. Everything was natural and made of quality products. Can't wait to order another bowl. This will now be my "go to" when I'm in LA, wanting something healthy. So enjoyable and appetizing!!!! Highly highly recommend. I was also very appreciative of the "Thank you" note on my takeout box. Truly fabulous!!!!!!

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    Healthy and delicious. Got it off door dash and it travels well. Not much more to say.

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    Uber eats ...late night ....delicious giant portion. Got the tofu cabbage bowl....awesome. Thank me later.

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    I LOVE this place. I'm gluten-free (bc of Celiac), and there are verrryyyy few places in LA I've…read morefound with dedicated fryers where I can safely eat fried food. This is one of my faves If you're gluten-free, just make sure to tell them, they're very good with it and know what's safe on the menu... including Korean FRIED CHICKEN!!! (coated in rice flour) and fries (make sure to tell them you need them GF and they'll give you the thin fries that are safe and fry them in the right fryer). Food is absolutely delicious, would be one of my favorite spots even if I was able to eat everything (confirmed by a friend who came once and still talks about it). One of my top 5 spots in LA. The "small" order of chicken is gigantic, even just that with no sides is enough to fill me up and have leftovers. The fries are good too though! They do takeout and delivery, but it's a really special small place to eat at, I love the decor and the cozy, lovely feeling of going there, and the people working there (especially the owners) are incredibly nice and welcoming. It's a really special experience (especially as I've gone there enough times that they know me :) 10/10 recommend, 100/10 recommend if you need to eat gf. Love them.

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    Food: my hubby and I came for cute date and overall had a great experience. The tea service had an…read moreassortment of tea sandwiches, scones, and desserts presented on classic 3 tiered stand. The smoked salmon sandwich was probably my favorite of the savory bites. The desserts were pretty, sweet, and fit the whimsical princess tea-room aesthetic well. Nothing was overly adventurous or fusion-y, but everything felt thoughtfully prepared for an elevated afternoon tea experience. The portions were surprisingly filling by the end too! Price: Rose & Blanc is one of the more approachable afternoon tea experiences in Los Angeles. Their standard tea service starts around $38 per person, while the more elaborate tea set runs about $50 per person and includes additional stuff. Given how expensive high tea can get around LA, the pricing feels fairly reasonable, especially for special occasions like birthdays, bridal showers, or catching up with friends. Ambiance: The ambiance is probably the biggest draw here. The entire space is decorated in soft baby pink with floral accents, chandeliers, vintage-inspired décor, and elegant table settings. It feels feminine, charming (not tacky at all!) and intentionally designed for celebrations, and of course Instagram photos. Despite being located upstairs in a bustling Koreatown plaza, once you're inside it feels surprisingly cozy and transported from the busy city outside. Service: Service was friendly and attentive throughout the tea service. Staff checked in regularly, explained the tea sets, and kept things moving at a comfortable pace without making us feel rushed. Since tea service is reservation-based and served during designated seating times, everything felt organized and structured. Most servers spoke both English and Korean yay Parking: Parking is easier than expected for ktown. There's a self-parking structure available in the building, though spaces can fill up quickly during popular tea times and special events. I'd still recommend arriving a little early to secure a spot.

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