Jinsol is a cozy, down-to-earth restaurant with the sweetest aunties as servers. I recently visited…read morewith my family for my mom's birthday. We started with a tasty leek pancake. My mom and I ordered the short rib soup, which was flavorful and delicious. We were pleasantly surprised by the added greens. My siblings ordered the pork soup, which was packed with umami. We arrived at 6:30pm on a Saturday. By 7pm it was packed. Free parking was a plus!

Food was okay overall, but the shredded beef with cabbage was definitely the best thing we ordered…read more That was my favorite dish of everything we tried. Service was okay. Before we ordered, they asked us about 3 times within about 5 minutes if we were ready, and we kept having to say that we still needed some time to decide . Once we ordered and our food came out, though, they pretty much disappeared and never checked in on us again lol. The ambiance was alright, but it was a little hot inside. It was also surprisingly busy for a Tuesday afternoon. Overall, it was an okay experience. The shredded beef with cabbage was the standout for me, but nothing else really wowed me.

Bone broth chicken soup was very unique but very tasty. I loved the freshness of the chicken!…read moreBread was also amazing!

The BEST chicken soup in the whole world! No noodles, cous cous instead. And there's bone marrow in…read moreit too- which is sooooo good! It's a fairly small portion, but it's very cheap, so you can get two portions for a reasonable price and it will fill you up! My go-to when I'm sick! It just hits the spot!! Definitely recommend!!!

Stopped by Hangari Kalguksu on a cold, rainy day after visiting The Broad, and it hit the spot!…read moreThere was a long line wrapped around the building, but they had a great system of taking orders while you waited, so our food came out almost as soon as we were seated. The valet parking at the tiny mall was also a big help with the crazy crowds. We ordered Tokbokgi to share and then moved onto our entrees- spicy pork bulgogi, kimchi kalguksu, and chicken kalguksu, and the portions were HUGE! Even the adults and teens couldn't finish their meals. We packed most of it home, and the leftovers made for delicious meals the next day. Great food, generous portions, and definitely worth the wait!

Pulled up to Hangari Kalguksu on a Thursday night around 6PM and there were still plenty of tables…read moreavailable. The lot is a little emptier now that Sun Nong Dan moved out, but I HATE that they've also started running effectively a parking valet scam as well (aka bring cash in your car and you must hand the keys over). Food is still banging though. Bossam was a little blander than I remember, but it's still perfectly tender, sliced uber thin, and great balance between lean and fatty cuts. Naengmyeon broth is peak with the depth from the beef bones and sweetness as well. Perfectly chewy noodles and the serving size is huge!

Joy is Pine & Crane's sister restaurant located right in the heart of Highland Park. They have a…read moreseparate window for takeout orders and then you order inside if you want to dine in. Their menu is stacked with Taiwanese comfort food classics. Wifey and I opted to share the Joy Combo which comes with a cold appetizer, side of soup, a scallion bread sandwich, and a shaken iced tea. We ended up getting a Sweet & Sour Soup, Wood Ear Mushrooms, and a Scallion Bread Sandwich with Five Spice Beef. Everything tasted amazing and it was a great meal to start off our day. There is a reason why this spot has over 2,000+ positive reviews!

tl;dr the Americanized, vegetarian-friendly Taiwanese street food is more approachable than…read moredelicious; don't miss the thousand-layer pancake, but skip the dan dan noodles One of the most popular restaurants in Highland Park, Joy is the second restaurant behind the mind of Taiwanese-American Chef Vivian Ku. At Joy, Ku delivers a menu of Taiwanese fast-casual fare similar to its sister restaurant (and Michelin-recognized) Pine & Crane. Here, the modern menu of Americanized Taiwanese comfort food feels infinitely more approachable than the dense novels at traditional Chinese banquet halls. Joy is set up on a busy corner of York. Enter to join the queue before a backlit menu board. The cold salad selection is illuminated within the trim deli case. Sturdy wooden stools are pressed up against two-seater tables, while a cushioned half-booth runs along the back wall. Vaguely rural pan-Asian knick-knacks decorate the off-white walls. As the sun sets, the warm lighting feels infinitely more moody. The loud chatter, dance music, and clanging of metal silverware feel more like a bar than a fast-casual Chinese restaurant. My finacee and I visited for an early weekend dinner, and we arrived to a full house. We kicked off our meal with a slice of Sesame Scallion Bread. The puffy triangle was a cross between a hoagie bun and a King's Hawaiian roll. It was neutral and dry by itself, but we enjoyed pairing it with chili oil. Across the rotating sides, we were drawn to the Wood Ear Mushroom and Lotus Root salads. Of the two, we preferred the chewy, oily 'shrooms, but the apple-like texture of the chili lotus root slowly grew on me. My fiancee's favorite dish was the Thousand Layer Pancake with egg and cheese. The piping-hot rolls achieved the crispy-yet-oily combo that most fried dishes only hope to reach. Lastly, the Dan Dan Noodles were creamy but lacked depth of flavor. The Jidori chicken supplement was fine, but I found myself wanting spicy mala and minced pork. The service team worked together like clockwork, and the bill approached $40. Broadly, Joy felt like an Americanized, vegetarian-friendly take on Chinese comfort food. The entire meal was generally enjoyable, and my fiancee firmly swore that Joy exceeded her experience at Pine & Crane. Nonetheless, the flavors and textures (while familiar to the American palate) felt subdued; I'll be more likely to stick to the SGV stalwarts in the future.

Luna was the best! She had great service and gave us the best recommendations. Food was tasty and…read morethe interior was super nice. Would come back again. 10/10 recommend!

Would highly recommend the Galbi Jim. Came with 4 people and was more than enough for the table…read more Great food great vibes

In LA's Koreatown, I visited LEE GA -- a place where the flavors settle in quietly but linger long…read moreafter the meal. I tried their seokgalbi, jaengban naengmyeon, ugeoji galbitang, and handmade dumplings. LEE GA is known as a K‑Town favorite for its clean, home‑style Korean cooking, steady broths, and classic flavors. With a gentle, understated profile, it consistently ranks high on Yelp for its honest, balanced dishes. The house‑made kimchi is incredibly delicious. Seokgalbi : Clean, non‑sweet marinade A grilled flavor that comes through even without a tabletop grill Ugeoji Galbitang : Big, tender short ribs + soft ugeoji The fresh, leafy flavor and doenjang‑based broth naturally balance the richness of the ribs Jaengban Naengmyeon : Plenty of meat and vegetables for a full, satisfying bite Truly worthy of being called LEE GA's signature Handmade Dumplings : Filled generously but still light Great pairing with any broth‑based dish

Service was great, ambiance was great, food was just okay…read more The mul nangmyun was okay, bibim nangmyun was okay. The hot tea was luke warm at best. I don't have a picture of the guk bap but I think that was our favorite!

We ordered over the phone for pick up. My boyfriend went to pick up the food…read more I was craving udon. As a vegetarian, I really enjoyed my veg udon. It was the only vegetarian option but it was creamy and hearty. I loved it. My boyfriend was surprised by how good their udon is.

Would not recommend on a sweltering day because the AC is WEAK or perhaps nonexistent I couldn't…read moretell; also not sure if their ac was just broken that day. Food 3.5/5 - Atmosphere 2/5. We stopped by on a high 90s high humidity day in LA and had to wait a bit outside in the heat. Was so looking forwarding to stepping inside only to find out that it was only mildly better temperature wise. We had already waited and were seated so decided to stay but it made for a quick meal (maybe that's their tactic lol). I ordered the miso carbonara and it was good - not too salty - but the portions were tiny! I would say it's close to half the amount of the frozen udon blocks you get at the supermarket. Nice chew and flavor but almost like an appetizer for $17/$18. I do really like the food but would probably either not wait or grab another noodle place nearby. Feel really bad for the workers who have to work in such hot conditions.

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

After a trip to Universal Studios with the family, we really wanted to eat something warm and after…read moremuch Yelping this was the spot we decided on. Boy was it a great spot to stop by for dinner. Ordered: Army Stew $46- lots of sausage/hot dog, i wished there was a bit more ramen but thats because there was way more toppings than noodles in my opinion. I'm glad that they didn't charge a lot but gave less ingredients. Braised Short Rib $54- tender, a bit sweet, and be prepared to use your hands to grab the ribs. Prices are a bit high but its big and sharable. And unlimited banchans, although I was a bit sad that they ran out of fish cake. My kiddos love fish cake and I had to be the bigger person to let them be the ones to eat it. The cucumbers were delish and the staff cooks the food for you and serves you. I definitely see myself coming back here. I really enjoyed the food and so did my husband. Everything is well seasoned and fully packed/loaded. This Yelper gives this spot 2 thumbs up. Tips: *Private lot shared with other businesses (valet) or street parking. *Credit card accepted *Restroom available. *Great for big or small parties. *Staff speaks limited English and Korean. *They charge for to go boxes. *18% gratuity is added to parties of 4+. *Happy Hour 7 days a week 2-5pm for alcohol *No white rice only purple rice

I have to laud this place for it's natural authenticity and impeccable service standards. Staff are…read morefriendly and go above and beyond - thank you Gabriel! And I especially appreciate them for offering an ASIAN BREAKFAST beginning at 8am. I LOVE rice porridge and the presentation of this dish is like a warm hug. Beautiful condiments including a delicious savory egg omelet, cucumbers, pickled radish, mushrooms, tofu - a very healthy start to the day for just $16! Truly a great establishment and love their family friendly vibe.

We loved the SERVICE most of all! The FOOD hit the spot as far as comfort food. So many yummy stuff…read moreto choose from!

Had a great experience at Sulga House of Beef Bone Soup…read more Their beef bone soup is simple, clean, and really solid, the kind of comfort food that just hits right for the soul. They currently have a great deal at $12, which makes it even better value for what you're getting. The sullungtang comes with rice, soup, and two types of kimchi. Service was friendly and efficient, and the whole experience felt easy and satisfying. Place was chill, not too overly crowded. I've noticed a lot of people ordering other dishes every time I go, so I'm definitely looking forward to trying more of the menu, but I keep coming back for the basics because it's just that good.

Sulga was definitely THE place to be for a warm bowl of bone broth on a rainy night. My friend and…read moreI stopped by for doganitang (for two), and the portions were indeed large - for four. We also added beef brisket since my friend wasn't a big fan of cartilage - more for me! The pot itself wasn't too deep, though there was a good portion of protein cartilage. Also important to note that rice was NOT included! The brisket add on came as a pre-cooked brisket that was added in after, as it didn't initially fit in the pot. The staff member told us at the time that broth refills were free. However, when it came time for refills, they said it was only one time - poor communication. Paying was fairly straightforward, but for future visits, I'd likely just come for their lunch special sullongtang after this experience.