Taste :4.4/5Environment: 4.2/5Service：4.3/5It's a mecca for Korean food lovers located in Buena Park. To start with, brace yourselves because this spot doesn't take reservations, which means you might need to wait for about 40-60 minutes.Highly RecommendTheir Braised Beef Short Ribs is perfection on a plate. These short ribs are tender, succulent and boasts a superb flavor profile.Parking: Free park lots
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Braised Beef
Jenny Lee
Food was great. I went with a group of 5 and ordered 5 dishes. Portion size was great. Everything we ordered tasted great. Ambiance of the restaurant was old school korean. Service was also phenomenal. Went on a rainy Saturday evening, and the wait time was about 1 hr
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Military Soup, 돌솥 제육 Spicy Pork Hot Stone
Mark Yan
Food tastes good. In a big plaza.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jen
We came here for a complimentary lunch as part of an Instagram collaboration. We got to try the braised beef short rib, chicken noodle soup, bibimbap hot stone with fried egg, and the sweet potato cheese curry katsu. The portion sizes are HUGE.The absolute star of the show was the braised beef short rib! 5/5 stars! The short rib was so tender, you can definitely tell it’s high quality. There was a lot of short rib, cheese, veggies, and some rice cakes in the dish!My second favorite was the sweet potato cheese curry katsu. 4.5/5 stars! The batter wasn’t too thick, and I loved the cheese and the curry taste. The chicken maybe could have been a little more tenderThe bibimbap was solid! Lots of fresh veggies, and the egg was perfectly cooked. 4.5/5 stars!The chicken noodle soup was pretty good - 4/5 stars. The noodles were soft and had a good texture, but can get a little soggy, so you have to eat it quickly. It also could have had more chicken in it.Overall, we enjoyed the meal here. The braised beef short rib is a must-get!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Braised Beef
Eri Yoshida
If you are looking for authentic Korean food, you should visit this restaurant. There is a hidden jam place in the corner of the shopping center that I discovered. The garlic Suyuk was out of this world. The pork melted in my mouth and paired beautifully with the garlic sauce and red chili paste that came with the dish. There are large portions of food, but they also have one-person soup dishes. We were very pleased with the service. We were constantly having side dishes refilled by our server, and I believe he is the owner of the establishment. However, he visited each table and inquired about the food. There is no doubt that I will return to try all of the dishes. I am very impressed with the size of their portion once again. It is recommended that you arrive with at least two other people in order to order all the amazing dishes! The restaurant serves alcohol as well, so that is an added benefit!There is no doubt that I will return to try all of their menu items!!Kid-friendliness: The tables are large and there are many of them.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Garlic Suyuk, Spicy Braised Beef Short Rib with Cheese
Laurie Wright
Cathy is wonderfulMin is awesomeRemarkable food and service!❤?Dietary restrictions: EasyKid-friendliness: Great seatingWheelchair accessibility: Great
Stopped by this place as my girlfriend suggested it. We tried the sweet potato cheese curry katsu, spicy beef soup, braised beef short rib, and the bulgogi pancake, and yes, the food is as good as it looks. The service was amazing and the portions are large. Do not hesitate to come here and try any of the items I mentioned.
Craving some good and authentic Korean food, I found my way back to Jin Cook and as usual, it did not let me down.ITEM'S ORDERED:Sweet Potato Cheese Curry KatsuSpicy Braised Beef Short RibGarlic SuYukMilitary SoupTASTE:Let me first mention that I'm half Korean to add some credibility to my review :) ;) I will say that the Kimchi here is probably my favorite out of all places. That is mainly because it has a slightly sweeter flavor and less sour than others that usually have that more pickled flavor. I was told that it's the owner's mothers recipe so that just makes it all the better.The Spicy Braised Beef Short Rib aka Galbi-jjim is a dish I've had before and is one of those flavors that just wants to make you keep on eating. The only thing that slows you down is how hot it is with it being in the stone pot. It's so savory, a little sweet and has a slight amount of heat. I will say that I do have a good tolerance for spicy food though. Besides the meat which is so tender, I really enjoy the pumpkin and rice cakes in the dish. Unless you are with 3 or more people, you'll most likely have leftovers.Sweet Potato Cheese Curry Katsu is a unique variation that I don't think I've seen at other places. There's a subtly sweetness that goes well with the cheese, pork, and crunch. Be careful when you take your first bite, it comes out and stays very hot.The Military Soup is one of those really comforting soups that'll make you feel good if you're under the weather. It's actually pretty spicy so be warned. The pork belly that came had a real nice flavor that adds to the dish overall.It was my first time having the Garlic SuYuk and it's as tasty as it is to look at. The pork is cooked perfectly and the garlic paste that it comes with has so much savory flavor, with the right amount of salt. I could really see this garlic paste tasting good on so many other dishes in general. The chili paste is not really hot but provides a slight chili flavor adding to everything else.SERVICE:The service was exceptional. Getting all the warm Korean welcoming vibes at this place just adds to the comfort food feel. They were really friendly and attentive the whole time.LOCATION & PARKING:They are basically located in a shopping plaza with an Albertson's so there is lots of parking. The interior is very comfy and warm with its abundant wood use making for a welcoming ambiance.If you are craving some delicious Korean cuisine you should definitely check this place out.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spicy Braised Beef, Military Soup, Banchan, 돌솥 불고기 bulgogi hot stone, Garlic Suyuk
alia
Love their seolongtang I was so hungry I forgot to take a pictureBut as a soup enthusiast It was incredibly yummy and I finished the whole
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Vicky C.
The braised short rib impresses with rich flavor at $59; the portion feels modest. While prices are fair compared to Sun Nong Dan, more sides and greens would enhance the dining experience. Service is quick. Ambiance is hip.
Taste :4.4/5Environment: 4.2/5Service：4.3/5It's a mecca for Korean food lovers located in Buena Park. To start with, brace yourselves because this spot doesn't take reservations, which means you might need to wait for about 40-60 minutes.Highly RecommendTheir Braised Beef Short Ribs is perfection on a plate. These short ribs are tender, succulent and boasts a superb flavor profile.Parking: Free park lots
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Braised Beef
Food was great. I went with a group of 5 and ordered 5 dishes. Portion size was great. Everything we ordered tasted great. Ambiance of the restaurant was old school korean. Service was also phenomenal. Went on a rainy Saturday evening, and the wait time was about 1 hr
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Military Soup, 돌솥 제육 Spicy Pork Hot Stone
Food tastes good. In a big plaza.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We came here for a complimentary lunch as part of an Instagram collaboration. We got to try the braised beef short rib, chicken noodle soup, bibimbap hot stone with fried egg, and the sweet potato cheese curry katsu. The portion sizes are HUGE.The absolute star of the show was the braised beef short rib! 5/5 stars! The short rib was so tender, you can definitely tell it’s high quality. There was a lot of short rib, cheese, veggies, and some rice cakes in the dish!My second favorite was the sweet potato cheese curry katsu. 4.5/5 stars! The batter wasn’t too thick, and I loved the cheese and the curry taste. The chicken maybe could have been a little more tenderThe bibimbap was solid! Lots of fresh veggies, and the egg was perfectly cooked. 4.5/5 stars!The chicken noodle soup was pretty good - 4/5 stars. The noodles were soft and had a good texture, but can get a little soggy, so you have to eat it quickly. It also could have had more chicken in it.Overall, we enjoyed the meal here. The braised beef short rib is a must-get!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Braised Beef
If you are looking for authentic Korean food, you should visit this restaurant. There is a hidden jam place in the corner of the shopping center that I discovered. The garlic Suyuk was out of this world. The pork melted in my mouth and paired beautifully with the garlic sauce and red chili paste that came with the dish. There are large portions of food, but they also have one-person soup dishes. We were very pleased with the service. We were constantly having side dishes refilled by our server, and I believe he is the owner of the establishment. However, he visited each table and inquired about the food. There is no doubt that I will return to try all of the dishes. I am very impressed with the size of their portion once again. It is recommended that you arrive with at least two other people in order to order all the amazing dishes! The restaurant serves alcohol as well, so that is an added benefit!There is no doubt that I will return to try all of their menu items!!Kid-friendliness: The tables are large and there are many of them.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Garlic Suyuk, Spicy Braised Beef Short Rib with Cheese
Cathy is wonderfulMin is awesomeRemarkable food and service!❤?Dietary restrictions: EasyKid-friendliness: Great seatingWheelchair accessibility: Great
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Braised Beef, Banchan, 돌솥 제육 Spicy Pork Hot Stone, Garlic Suyuk
Stopped by this place as my girlfriend suggested it. We tried the sweet potato cheese curry katsu, spicy beef soup, braised beef short rib, and the bulgogi pancake, and yes, the food is as good as it looks. The service was amazing and the portions are large. Do not hesitate to come here and try any of the items I mentioned.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Braised Beef, Pork and Pork Katsu Curry, 따로국밥 Spicy Beef Soup Ttaro Gukbap
Food is below average
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Very tasty, a little bit pricy
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Garlic Suyuk
Quite good Korean food. The spicy pork hot stone was good. Dumplings were good. Service was excellent.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spicy Pork Hot Stone Bibimbap
Restaurantji Recommends
Great food, big servings.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Banchan, Garlic Suyuk
A local Korean restaurant with some special food.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
Craving some good and authentic Korean food, I found my way back to Jin Cook and as usual, it did not let me down.ITEM'S ORDERED:Sweet Potato Cheese Curry KatsuSpicy Braised Beef Short RibGarlic SuYukMilitary SoupTASTE:Let me first mention that I'm half Korean to add some credibility to my review :) ;) I will say that the Kimchi here is probably my favorite out of all places. That is mainly because it has a slightly sweeter flavor and less sour than others that usually have that more pickled flavor. I was told that it's the owner's mothers recipe so that just makes it all the better.The Spicy Braised Beef Short Rib aka Galbi-jjim is a dish I've had before and is one of those flavors that just wants to make you keep on eating. The only thing that slows you down is how hot it is with it being in the stone pot. It's so savory, a little sweet and has a slight amount of heat. I will say that I do have a good tolerance for spicy food though. Besides the meat which is so tender, I really enjoy the pumpkin and rice cakes in the dish. Unless you are with 3 or more people, you'll most likely have leftovers.Sweet Potato Cheese Curry Katsu is a unique variation that I don't think I've seen at other places. There's a subtly sweetness that goes well with the cheese, pork, and crunch. Be careful when you take your first bite, it comes out and stays very hot.The Military Soup is one of those really comforting soups that'll make you feel good if you're under the weather. It's actually pretty spicy so be warned. The pork belly that came had a real nice flavor that adds to the dish overall.It was my first time having the Garlic SuYuk and it's as tasty as it is to look at. The pork is cooked perfectly and the garlic paste that it comes with has so much savory flavor, with the right amount of salt. I could really see this garlic paste tasting good on so many other dishes in general. The chili paste is not really hot but provides a slight chili flavor adding to everything else.SERVICE:The service was exceptional. Getting all the warm Korean welcoming vibes at this place just adds to the comfort food feel. They were really friendly and attentive the whole time.LOCATION & PARKING:They are basically located in a shopping plaza with an Albertson's so there is lots of parking. The interior is very comfy and warm with its abundant wood use making for a welcoming ambiance.If you are craving some delicious Korean cuisine you should definitely check this place out.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spicy Braised Beef, Military Soup, Banchan, 돌솥 불고기 bulgogi hot stone, Garlic Suyuk
Love their seolongtang I was so hungry I forgot to take a pictureBut as a soup enthusiast It was incredibly yummy and I finished the whole
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The braised short rib impresses with rich flavor at $59; the portion feels modest. While prices are fair compared to Sun Nong Dan, more sides and greens would enhance the dining experience. Service is quick. Ambiance is hip.