Korean Restaurants near Culver City

“Been familiar with Chef Celsie for some time. What is so imperative to highlight is the fact that when you have a true fusionist of tasteful delicacies; then you know you are just about to experience culinary heaven in your mouth. That is Chef Celsie, her deep knowledge of so many different kinds of culinary cultures makes her as force to be reckoned in La La Land. So in other words, you truly are in for a real treat!! #simplydelicious“

“My go-to spot here is always Ono. But I decided for once I was going to try this place. On + On is basically a Chipotle except it's with Korean food. I started with a regular bowl, with the base as white rice and noodles. I chose for my protein the bbq beef. I chose zucchini and mushrooms and broccoli as my veggies. I pilled on the toppings with corn, cheese, tomatoes cucumbers and guacamole. And lastly hot sauce with sesame seeds. It was a bit on the pricey side; paid almost $20. The lady who helped me with my order was very friendly and explained everything very well. But it filled me up, portions are big, and had good taste. If you're in the mall and craving korean food, definitely check out this spot! They don't have any seats located inside their place, so you will have to find an open seat in the food court. Of course depending on when you're shopping at the mall, the food court can get pretty crowded.“

“Brown rice option is good!Vegetarian options: Veggies and tofuKid-friendliness: Safe environmentParking: Good parkingDietary restrictions: Good place to get veggies and plant based protein. It’s great that there is a brown rice option to avoid white rice.“

“Great Korean BBQ & Attentive ServiceThis is a fantastic spot for authentic Korean BBQ in K-Town. I would rate this place a 4.5, but I'm giving it 5 stars to be generous. While it's not all-you-can-eat (which I actually prefer for a more focused dining experience), the quality of the food is top-notch. Their set menus come with a variety of delicious sides, including cheese corn and spicy noodles to finish. No more lunch box on the menu, but some of the best kimchi fried rice in K-Town—a must-try side dish.The restaurant is almost always buzzing, but the service is excellent. The staff is attentive and will even cook your food at the table for you if you'd like. The atmosphere is lively with good music and a fun crowd. It's conveniently located in Chapman Plaza, which offers a few other bars and restaurants, and is close to many other options on 6th Street.I noticed some reviews mentioning changes since COVID. While there have been some adjustments, the overall experience is still fantastic.Overall: this place is a must-try for anyone looking for delicious Korean BBQ with a fun vibe and great service.Parking: The small lots in Chapman Plaza fill up quickly. There's a much more convenient option: the parking garage across S. Kenmore next to Woo Hyang Woo Korean BBQ (545 S Kenmore Ave, K 3 Parking). It's a flat $20 and stays open until 1 AM.“

“The signature dish is the crab in sauce, which comes in medium and large sizes. medium is two crabs with two bowls of rice, and large is three crabs. Compared with other Korean restaurants, the sauce crab taste is mild, and it will not be salty enough to explode in the middle of the meal and cannot continue to eat. The crab is fresh, not fishy, and the meat is firm, not squishy. The crab meat is also very full, the crab legs are full, there is no empty shell crab. The sea urchin rice is a little smaller but the sea urchin is enough. regular sea urchins are not particularly sweet, but they are fresh and worth the price. The sea urchin Rice bowl combo will be served with steamed eggs, runny eggs and two prawns in sauce. Raw marinated salmon rice is amazing to me. The salmon is marinated just enough to be flavorful, but not overly salty. The portions are generous. You can eat two bites of each piece of salmon.“

“No doubt this is among the best fried chicken in LA!!“

“GREAT FOOD ALWAYS~ BEEN COMING TO THIS RESTAURANT FOR DECADES~ MAMA'S COOKING IS THE BEST!!!! Pollack Casserole Steamed Cod Fish Seasoned Pork W/Veggie Seasoned Oysters must try~♡♡♡♡♡“

“Nice interior. Elevated quality. Came here for lunch. There is a special lunch menu for weekdays. The spicy octopus stone pot bibimbap was good, but fairly standard. I’ve heard the beef tartare (yukhoe) bibimbap is good here. Overall, nice meal. A little pricier to match the more upscale interior.“

“My favorite soondubu place! Korean restaurants don't usually have much vegan banchan but Surawon always has plenty of options, usually at least 4 out of the 6 or so banchan are vegan. My favorites are the firm tofu and seaweed. The mushroom, seaweed, and veggie soondubu, as well as the japchae, bibimbap, and pajeon can all be made vegan, and everything is excellent. Service is quick and friendly!Vegetarian options: Plenty of clearly labeled vegan options on the menu“

“It was great to eat with family!!I chose All U Can, and the meat quality was better than I expected. In particular, the brisket and marinated ribs were really good.The staff were friendly and I enjoyed my meal to the fullest!!The valet parking fee was $10, which was too expensive, so I used street parking nearby.“

“I recently dined at this establishment, and I must say, it was a delightful experience from start to finish. The service was impeccable, thanks to Nina and Danton. The food was simply outstanding. The variety of side dishes offered were all delicious and complemented the main course perfectly. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a top-notch dining experience!“

“This place looks great when you walk in. You'll be ready to sing out of tune right away. The individual rooms are spacious and comfortable. You can't hear other people very much when your music is going. I didn't have any food so I don't know how that is. The karaoke system is mostly in Korean but you can get around if you don't speak it. The one issue I have is that songs that are listed in the book can only be pulled up via the numerical code and not by searching the song title or artist name. This forces you to spend a lot of time looking through the book which is not in any specific order. Another small issue is the words on the screen do not move and sync with the music so it's better if you know the song by heart.“

“Original Bone Broth ?It’s hard to dispute the fact that Los Angeles’ Koreatown is the mecca for Korean food in the United StatesI’ve never lived close enough to explore it well but did this past week sampling soy marinated raw crabs, short rib stews, and multi-colored banchanMy favorite however was the traditional ox bone soup. In the SF Bay Area, I most often order the more flavorful galbi tang (short rib soup) but the sul lung tang is as close to Korea and the go-to in LAI’ve been wanting to try Han Bat Shul Lung Tang for close to a decade and it did not disappointJust a pinch of salt, plentiful scallions and a side of kimchi and rice made the perfect meal combinationThe broth is milky white (side note I also tried the clear sul lung tang at Young Dang) and it’s so full of rich beefiness you can easily tell it’s made over hoursParking isn’t as bad as I’ve always feared in LA with plentiful lots and parking structures in Koreatown that makes it a destination worthy of your time? Salgoki Sul Lung Tang $20 ~ brisket / Seokum $20 ~ mixed / Naejang $20 ~ Intestines, Tripe, Spleen?Hanbat Sul Lung Tang (Los Angeles, CA)Seating is indoor only and limited metered street parking is available nearby. Credit cards are accepted.“

“Delicious meat cooked at the table!“

“Delicious all you can eat Korean barbecue!! Will be back!“

“The best korean bbq i ever tasted“

“Experienced a traditional Korean dinner. I want to acknowledge how exquisite the service is. My family and I felt so welcomed and cared for. We ordered the combo A which came with 3 meats of your choice, soybean stew and a drink. In addition, we ordered 2 of the cold noodles. The cold noodles come in large portions and is perfect for sharing! When we ordered 2, the staff was so kind to already divide the soup into 4 bowls and I still couldn't finish it lol. Very generous on the noodles. Pairs well with the mustard and vinegar they offer on the side. The combo A was very fitting and the quality of the meat did not disappoint! Though it may be pricey, it's worth every penny. I would recommend the short rib, brisket and pork belly. Overall, the dishes felt like home. Not too heavy on seasoning yet filled with flavor. I will be a returning customer!“

“Ordered Package #1 & it was more than enough for two people especially with all the banchan. Everything was super tasty & the staff was very friendly. Would come back here & order dishes a la carte if just with one other person.“

“I bought it and ate it the next day. But It‘s very delicious and the ingredients are so fresh??Despite its king size and a lot of toppings, i didn’t spill and easy to eat when I ate it with one hand. Plus, it‘s a reasonable price! I think I can eat it every day.??“

“My first time and very satisfied. I ordered pork soup with rice and it is soooooo good!“

“Super amazing marinated short rib, even my friend who doesn't like meat liked it. If I ever went again that would be the only thing I buy. But it could be very pricey for the quality and quantity (we got course C and an extra order of marinated short rib + two steamed eggs and a japchae)- which is a major con for them vs other kbbqs around town. They did have so many side dishes that it couldn't fit the table!! I was really disappointed they stuffed my party of 6 in such a small table for 4 when the whole restaurant was basically empty at Thursday Lunch. The small table made the experience a bit underwhelming. Food was great though!“

“Good food and fast service.“

“Very delicious, very tasty. The beef is very tender, the octopus stone pot bibimbap is delicious and highly recommended, the service attitude in the store is very friendly, I highly recommend this place for gatherings with friends, and I will come again!“

“This is still my favorite place for cold noodle. I have been at this restaurant for at least 20 years now. It still tastes the same. I always order cold noodle and bulgogi. Compared to 20 years ago, they did expanded the place to fit more people. They still serve the same ban chan side dishes. Although they increased the prices, I still will come back. I love this place. Parking is hard to find when it gets crowded. So be aware.“

“After the nurse john show at the wilshire ebell theatre we were looking for a Korean bbq restaurant nearby and found jin ju. The area at night was a lil isolated and .maybe.. scary . But we didn't want to wait an hour for dinner and decided to stay at the hole in the wall. If u let them know u r a yelper..u get a free soda..yay! I must say .the restroom was surprisingly clean. The workers were so friendly . We chose the brisket, beef'marinated ribs and bulgogi chicken. The brisket ... blew me away. I can taste the fresh beef and lime a slightly charred taste. Nothing I've had before. And the salad... had a little nutty taste.. soo good. Just these alone was sooo worth the visit. . Need to go back. It also came with so many side dishes. Thank u for also cooking it for us on their wok in front of us.“

“This place is a real gem in Koreatown. I visited after midnight on a Saturday and really enjoyed the atmosphere. The setting is cool and intimate with low lighting, high-walled booths, and good music - perfect for a late-night date. The service was outstanding, some of the best I've encountered in K-Town. The staff was incredibly helpful and friendly, even at 1AM. I ordered the spicy chicken and cheese, which came in a generous portion and tasted good, though I would have preferred a bit more spice (note to self for next time). Here's an inside tip: make sure to mix the dish thoroughly. All the sauce and onions (the real flavor) are at the bottom, and once mixed, the chicken tastes even better. The sides were limited but very good. I'm looking forward to visiting again - this spot is a definite recommendation for anyone looking for a delicious and chill late-night hangout.“

“As I was driving around, I was looking for something to eat. I came upon this place and wanted to try it out. Since I was craving a poke bowl, I saw that they had a Chirashi Bowl. So, I ordered the bowl with regular white rice. For $27-, the Chirashi Bowl filled me up. Also, it came with miso soup and a free soda with a Yelp Check-in. Plus, I got a tip on how to eat the fish which I appreciated.“

“amazing food and good for family“

“A good place to have bbq after work. Food is great portion! We’re 4 girls and ordered the combo for 2 guys plus one other dish. And we’re all full. The staff is very nice, he mentioned the amount is enough for girls. Not asking us to order more.“

“If you’re looking for a unique and delicious take on KBBQ, look no further! The duck here is so good, and the service is incredibly warm, friendly, and helpful for first timers. Make sure you save room for the duck fat fried rice at the end; you’ll want to eat every last bite (although I hear it’s delicious as leftovers too :))Parking: Free street parking and limited parking lot spots“

“After seeing some vids about how great the mul naeng myun is here, I had to come try with my family. My sister and I got the mul naeng myun and my grandma got the sagol dduk mandu guk (ox bone soup with rice cake and dumplings). The broth of the naeng myun was clear and crisp, but a little bland, I had to put in a lot of the mustard paste and vinegar to increase the flavor. Overall, I liked the thinness and texture of the noodles, but the flavor of the soup was nothing too out of the ordinary. The banchan though... deserves a standing ovation. The side dishes were fresh, well seasoned, and Korean grandma approved. I think I preferred my grandma's rice cake soup to my naeng myun, but I would be willing to come back and try their other dishes. We got a pajeon (chive pancake) on the side as well, which was crispy and came with a lovely soy sauce on the side. The waitresses were also very attentive and kind. The restaurant was nearly empty when we walked in for a late lunch on a weekday. Overall a great experience :)“

“Ambience: The flat walls and open layout near other tables made it difficult to hear sometimes during conversation; this is a somewhat noisy location considering it's upscale vibe. Drinks: The cocktails were innovative and well-balanced. Premium soju "Seoul Nights' is available, at a high price but it's very good soju. Cuisine: The steamed egg appetizer is much better than average, with a little sesame oil for flavor and melted cheese over the top. Pork Belly Fried Rice was tasty and had a small kick of mild peppery flavor. Banchan was not very large selection, but all were well-made and fresh. Meat was top-quality - we ordered the large rib galbi and Australian wagyu bulgogi; both were excellently prepared for us. Note that you do not grill this yourself; the table attendant does that expertly for you. Otherwise, it might be possible to overcook the entrees, and that would be a terrible thing to do to meat of this quality. Overall: Superior quality and a fine experience. Dinner for three ran about $100 including tip - but we did not order the most expensive entrees or a dessert. I would not expect to become a regular diner, but will come back for special occasions.“

“Honestly I'm hesitant to write this review as finally there is a delicious ma and pa k spot in the hood!!!! So glad they opened up here and have been a regular !! If your craving some k town in studio city and don't want to deal with the 101 this is the place!!!“

“I go to pigya at least once or twice a month. The food is good. When it was newer restaurant, they would be attentive and nice. The filipina server who used to work there was friendly. But lately have noticed service is not so good. They were rushed. Connie works wells in managing the restaurant but needs to work on customer service. She is not a good server. We asked Connie for no onion to be bought out with the meat and she ignored the request this last time. ANOTHER server was doing everything in a hurry and rushed. They usually cook the veggies and put it on top, this guy just let the meat and veggies(mushrooms and sweet potato) get cooked more than usual. They blow torch the rice but the guy left it on the grill went to do something else and then came back to melt the cheese when rice was getting harder.“

“I love their noodles so much. It was my first tome trying their spicy menu and woah, no joke, it was soooo spicy that I couldn’t eat much. I’m not saying it is bad, it was amazing actually but I just can’t handle spicy food very well. I’m going to stick to my regular noodle, but I’m glad I tried. Especially Jjolmyeon, try if you can handle their spicy level. It was an amazing one bite for me and my friend finished it and paid for it the next day iykyk lol. Their kimchi pancake is amazing! Not that spicy and perfectly seasoned. Their dumplings are the best in ktown btw in my personal opinion.“

“Good food! Good people! I highly recommend!!! I will definitely come again~“

“Simple decor but cheerful, very clean, nice staff, value for your dollar! The serving of the Chicken Teriyaki over Rice was so large I am enjoying it again for lunch tomorrow! Please order the Chicken Teriyaki! It comes with Miso Soup, Cabbage Salad, Kim-Chee, sweet Pickles, and free ice cold water! Must come here!!!“

“I have been coming here for a while. I believe ownership recently changed. There was 0 issue before as a customer, and hopefully, the old owner is well.I did not get the new owners name, but the changes being made are impressive. The meats have increased in quality, and pricing remains the same. It's a rare thing to see in 2024.on top of the increased quality, I also noticed a change in the menu. There are some signature dishes that have been added. I HIGHLY recommend the pork belly in house sauce, which seems to be a recent addition and hopefully remains a staple menu dish. The short ribs, brisket, and beef belly are my usual go-to here.The service is always fantastic as well. Everyone here is very attentive to your tables and orders. The employees really are pleaseant. I've never had a bad experience here, and whenever possible, I make sure to bring my friend from out of town when they want some Los Angeles KBBQ!“

“Perfect place to have mandu and some of your favorite Korean comfort dishes. Ordered the steamed pork mandu, fried pork mandu, rose tteokbokki, kimchi fried rice, and buckwheat noodles for 3 people. All were flavored wonderfully. I can’t pick a favorite; just get them all.Incredibly accommodating staff as well. They will validate parking (first 30 minutes free, $3 (I think) per 30 min after).Practice speaking in a different language with your friends while you’re at it. Good to keep up the culture ?“

“Celebrated my bday last night and I was impressed. The place was super busy and they did a very good job in servicing everyone. The food was delicious. The scenery was good. Our waitress was attentive. I had a very good time. I enjoyed my experience greatly. I am happy to have celebrated my bday at quarters bbq“

“Honest take… it was OK. The pancakes were maybe the best part. When the check came and my wife and I looked at each other we literally said “what?!” At the same time. This place is just overpriced. That simple. You don’t need to spend $50+ pp for great Korean in LA. Glad we went… because now I know.“

“The best Korean BBQ I have ever had!!! Amazing food and service!“

“Loved the service and great food“

“The spicy galbijjim is a must. The pork one was actually better than the beef. Also their sullangtang is comparable to Han bat sullangtang, my all time favorite sullangtang place. There is a male server who just has the most energy and is super attentive and kind. Highly recommend if you’re in Gardena area and want some good Korean food.“

“Every dish was a masterpiece. Beautiful, great presentation, & service was impeccable!!! We were so impressed at their hospitality & the owner himself meets his guests. His wife is a pastry chef & we were hooked on her sweet creations!“

“I am a Korean living in Philadelphia. On my first day in LA, I visited for a quick dinner. I ordered Spicy pork, Bulgogi, and Korean fried chicken. I especially recommend the spicy pork! It tasted like eating in Korea. I hope to open a branch in Philly too?“

“Brought our kids with us for dinner. We opt for the 7 course and we were full. The kids sat for the whole meal (which is a good indicator for the food). My kids loved the food, my husband loved the wine pairing, I love the ambience. Since I don't drink, I ordered non-alcoholic mocktails that went well with my meal. I love that it is a fine dine setting but you don't have dress formal for it. This place is good for both date night and family or occasion dinner. I highly recommend the patio! It's such a lovely place!“

“As a Korean food fanatic, this isn't a terribly good place to eat, but it's passable, nothing special, but just familiar flavors. The soft tofu and la galbi were average, the side dishes were okay, but being able to eat Korean food abroad is a big plus. The parking lot is also spacious.“

“It's a comfortable place where you can enjoy beer and various snacks with friends.Parking is not easy on Friday nights. However, they provide validation, so parking is available at a low price.The owner is friendly, and if you come before busy hours, you'll receive excellent service.“

“Seoul Soul is a good KBBQ option with good quality. They have 3 menus and I would say upgrading to the middle level is definitely worth it. There’s a lot to choose from: beef, chicken, pork, seafood, etc. they have all sorts of cuts too. Their meat is pretty marbled and tender. If you can’t cook, the server can handle it. They also have a parking lot in the back but it gets full fast.Parking: They have a very small parking lot“