Good features: - off-street parking lot behind the building - immediately seated (almost every time we go) - warm, friendly staff - interior was extremely home-like and familiar. this place has a very calming ambiance and attitude overall The food: - Set menu for two: we order this prefix meal every time. It's so much food and there are so many unique flavors and textures. Notable favorites: the perilla seed soup, acorn jelly salad, water kimchi, doenjang jjigae and the final piece of Gotgamssam at the end. I was very full but also felt pretty light. They're very sparing on salt and fat on this one. I loved it. read more

Borit Gogae - Set menu for 2 people - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This is not your average Korean restaurant for many who may not be in the know. Designed around more traditional dishes you may have experienced, the variety and creativity here are amazing. Centered around a large display of Banchan, your table may feel too small to accommodate the dining experience. Best be enjoyed in small groups, the communal experience is incredible. Pricing is fixed, and there is a minimum order requirement of two protein dishes. Everything else will be included to round out the dining experience. The service was beyond agreeable. Especially for new patrons, the staff is understanding and willing to explain the menu. This is a fine dining experience elevated by many traditional Korean flavors. Everyone gets a large bowl of barley rice, and you can build your own bowl with the many kinds of Banchan. Sauces and soups are also served to round the palate. Priced as fine dining, this place feels like a special occasion choice, or if you're seeking more traditional Korean foods. Parking is available in a private lot, which can be quite the godsend in this neighborhood. read more

Looking for a healthy vegan meal in Ktown LA? Look no further, come over to Borit gogae. They offer a preset menu but do require minimum of two orders. If you ever had Korean Bibimbop, this is similar but with some minor differences. This one uses a barley rice base (compared to white rice in Bibimbop). The barley rice is topped your choice of about 15 different side dishes of lightly flavored savory mountain roots, greens, mushrooms, and peppers. Comes with a soy bean paste that you use to further season. Just mix everything in a larger bowl and serve. OMG. Absolutely incredible!!!!!!!!!! Before this main course, you do get three small bites (pumpkin porridge, scorched rice/tea, and tempura). Additionally three different sides are also served (acorn jelly salad, Korean escargot/snail dish, steamed cabbage), along with perilla chicken soup, and soy bean soup, the latter which is the most traditional Korean dish. Last for dessert you get red bean porridge, dried persimmon rolls, and plum tea. Nothing like this in all of SoCal. A must come and try for all. read more

Borit Gogae - All ingredients are in! - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Across the street from the new Zion market is this wonderful and unique Korean eatery. Unlike most of the run-of-the-mill Korean restaurants in Koreatown this restaurant serves unique appetizers and a multi-course set menu that gives you a taste of a variety of authentic Korean village food - like pumpkin porridge and acorn jelly salad. It's a lot of food for the price ($35 pp at this writing). While the minimum order is for 2 people, we've tried sharing the 2-people order among 3 and it worked for us, with addition of a couple of other items from the menu. The Korean BBQ beef is at par with most other nice restaurants in K town; their marinated crab was delicious! Service is okay - given how busy they are! Most servers are not very conversant in English so a little patience would help you get the right things you need. Nice and unique vibe with Korean handicraft items and art work on display (and for sale, I believe). read more

Borit Gogae - Fantastic set menu - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Be prepared to walk away feeling very full. We got the set meal here, which came served with appetizers, barley rice, a lot of banchan (and by that I meant a LOT), soup, congee, dessert, etc. It was definitely more than enough food. We also got an additional order of LA kalbi for some protein. The meat quality was good but I felt like the meat was not marinated long enough and so the flavor was a little bit lacking. If only it just sat in the marinade for a couple more hours, I think this would have been perfect. The tofu soup was not my favorite, to be very honest. There was some flavor in there that made it smell like a stinky towel. Very different from other soondubu soup places and unfortunately not for me. Everything else we had was excellent and I would definitely come back again just for the barley rice and banchan. Service was quick and servers were nice. We also came at 3pm on Saturday so there was no wait. Recommended! read more

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Been to Borit Gogae about 4-5 times now after seeing it posted on social media during the pandemic to help boost sales and been a fan ever since! First, this being in KTown, know parking is always a big issue. Parking is available in the back usually. If not, there is street parking. Once you come in, there's a good number of tables; high ceilings; and a nice vibe overall with some screens that are showing nature + some K-Pop. The wait staff is also usually pretty nice and are able to do a good job to describe the menu / what you're getting. Most likely, you're here to get the banchan $35 set - an amazing value for the amount of food you get. Noting that this set doesn't include meat which you can order on the side along with some other dishes. But you get nearly 30 mini dishes such as barley rice, pumpkin porridge, scorched rice soup, spinach salad, stir-fried chili peppers, rice kimchi, perilla chicken soup, acorn jelly salad, snail salad, and corn porridge. It's basically a riches of really good side dishes, centered around some delicious barley rice/sesame oil. You may find a few of the side dishes not to your style, but most people will most likely find something that you really enjoy. For instance, I think the acorn side salad is absolutely delicious and saucy while the seasoned soybean paste is full of flavor and perfect with the barley rice. For the pricing, it feels like a steal. And has been consistent ever since I first had it back a few years ago. We've taken to go boxes each time I've went because it's so filling. Totally recommended! read more

Despite traveling to the LA area multiple times, we rarely visit Koreatown. We have made multiple attempts to go to this restaurant, but we always ran out of time until now. The wait was worth the reward. The atmosphere inside was warm and welcoming. Set Menu with Barley ~Pumpkin Porridge | Slightly sweet and creamy. ~Banchan | We couldn't keep track of the banchan. The abundance of fresh vegetables made everything taste nutritious. ~Additional Dishes | The chicken porridge reminded us of chicken noodle soup, but more filling. The acorn jelly salad and other fermented dishes were both vibrant and packed with flavors. ~Dessert | Corn porridge with beans was the best sweet porridge dessert ever! Would like to learn to make this at home :) Menu: Aside from the set menu, there were also protein options, such as LA Kalby and Spicy Marinated Crab. Service: The servers were nice and sweet. They were able to accommodate our requests. Parking: Plenty in the parking lot. Highly Recommend! read more

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Literally the biggest meal I've ever had oh my god. I felt like it was never ending since they just kept bringing out food. The chicken soup, barley tea, bulgogi, and kimchi salads were my favorite. I also really enjoyed the plum juice and the red bean corn desserts! If I were to go back I'd just order the bulgogi, but I'd recommend getting the platter one time because it is really a great deal and fun to try everything! read more

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If you are vegetarian you will love this place. I have been here twice and can say that each time I loved it! Their $35 per person set menu is perfect for when you want some healthy, rejuvenating traditional Korean food. For the amount of homemade items you get, it's a great deal. However you want meat, you will have to purchase additional dishes, which can be quite pricey to add on. For $35 you get a huge variety of banchan to mix with a bowl of rice and make your own bibimbap sesame oil and Gochuchang, two different types of soup, kimchi pancakes, fried seaweed, dessert, tea, and so much more. You will definitely have food to take home. The service is prompt and the electric restaurant decor feels a bit like sitting in someone's home. It's great for when you feel like you need a home cooked meal but want to leave feeling stuffed! It can be a bit of a wait on busy days, so try coming during the weekday/off hours. read more

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Omg sooooo good! This is the best Korean food experience I've had in the states. Came with a few friends and we really enjoyed our dinner. We chose the protein we wanted, beef ribs, and everything else was decided for us. multiple courses, variety of banchan brought to the table, side dishes, dessert! Literally everything you need and more. The table was overfilled will food. Really great place to come with friends. I'm from DC but told my friend who's visiting Cali soon to come check Boris Gogae when she is there. Showed her my picture of the table and she is so excited! Really really fantastic meal. I definitely want to come back. Also the place is super cute! It's like a little tea house and the staff are so sweet! read more

Borit Gogae - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Oh, Borit Gogae, why does this sound so familiar! I couldn't say no when our friend group decided on doing dinner here... thankfully we got here at 5pm, beating the dinner rush. Note that parking is valet and $4. Venmo, Zelle, or cash. However, note that it may not be super safe. The keys were in the car, and the windows were down. The food itself? Amazing. We had their set menu as well as LA beef ribs, grilled spareribs, and napa wraps with pork. The set menu was quite possibly one oft he healthiest meals I've eaten, and the variety of side dishes for a personal bibimbap with unlimited barley rice was quite possibly the loudest my older vegetarian in had been excited in many years. There were a variety of soups, porridge too, and snail (yes, not fully vegetarian) too which I enjoyed. The additional foods (all protein) were also all delicious, though the LA beef ribs were a tad too saucy and lightly burnt (they usually are). The pork was fun to eat with the cabbage, too. By the time our green plum tea came, we were STUFFED, barely able to get it down. Paying was super easy, and packing takeaways was a DIY experience. The staff were all friendly and informative of what to order as well as the communicative that everyone orders at least one dish, even if they're only staying for a small part of the meal. read more

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If you are looking for a healthy meal, this is right spot for you. This restaurant is serving authentic Korean barley rice with bunches side dishes and soups. The menu is set and I'll include the menu in the picture. The host is very hospitable and welcoming and checking us all the time They have their own parking lot so it is very convenient and no sweat There are so many paintings and some plates and cups decorated at the wall and side The set menu also includes the dessert and a cup of tea I feel fully recharged with love and joy read more

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My close LA friends took me here and wow what an amazing find. It instantly reminded all of us of our time in South Korea. The food feels incredibly authentic, comforting, and thoughtfully prepared. Everything we ordered was impeccable, rich in flavor, beautifully presented, and clearly made with care. What I loved most is that it's not just a meal, it's an experience. Perfect for sharing with close friends. Lots of dishes to try together, laugh over, and linger around the table. It has that warm, traditional Korean dining feel that's hard to find done this well. The service was excellent. Attentive, kind, and very on point without being intrusive. You really feel taken care of. Also such great value for the quality and portion sizes. And a big plus in Koreatown, there's validated parking in the back which makes everything so much easier. Overall such a special spot. If you're looking for an authentic, communal Korean dining experience in LA, this is definitely one to check out. read more

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Came here with my bf since we were craving raw marinated crab. This was such a great experience and I'm happy we found a Korean spot this authentic. We ordered crab & the galbi along with their set menus that come with banchan. I've never seen this many side dishes and our whole table was filled!!! Everything was fresh and well seasoned. I would recommend for people who want to try little bits of everything. read more

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We stop here every time we visit LA. I love getting the set, what an incredibly delicious spread. My favorite item is the light but hardy jook. The workers are always warm and welcoming; they are family-friendly, even when I have a crying baby. read more

I honestly went in pretty blind. A foodie friend suggested this spot, and of course I said yes. I was pleasantly surprised to find a decently sized free parking lot in the back--at least on a Wednesday night, when it was open and easy. We met around 6 pm, so the restaurant itself was also fairly quiet. The interior is eclectic and colorful, with large vibrant paintings and playful placemats. I really enjoyed the pops of color--it felt fun and gave the space a lot of personality. The menu is simple, and we both immediately opted for the $35 prix fixe menu, which was an incredible value. It included a ton of dishes--around 22 small plates--plus a bowl of barley rice and dessert. While many of the plates were small, there was plenty of variety. With all of the banchan and small plates, you essentially get to build your own bowl. Everything was tasty. The smaller dishes leaned more pickly and toward soft pastes, which worked perfectly mixed into the rice. The larger items were more substantial, like the perilla chicken soup and personal-sized kimchi pancakes. We also really enjoyed the kimchi on its own. Just when we thought it was over, dessert arrived: a refreshing cold plum tea, a bite of persimmon, and a comforting corn-and-bean porridge. The tea struck a great balance of sour and sweet, with the persimmon adding texture and the porridge providing a unique, satisfying final note. Despite the sheer number of dishes, we didn't leave feeling overly full--satisfied, but not stuffed. Overall, this is a fun, interactive way to try a wide variety of small dishes while enjoying a flavorful, well-priced meal. I'd happily come back. read more

Borit Gogae - $35 set menu with barely rice - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Borit Gogae serves one of the most authentic Korean cuisines you can imagine. They have an extensive menu but what they're known for is for their set menu with barley rice. On this menu you are served with 27 different banchans, fit for a king. Each item was fresh, healthy and just the right amount of flavor to accompany your barley rice. My personal favorite was the sea snail with house yuzu sauce. It was light, unique, and very tasty. There is no right way to eat banchan, you can take a bit of everything and mix it all together with your rice, or eat a little bit of everything with rice as you go. It's a choose your own adventure with delicious food and that's what makes Borit Gogae so fun. As for the space it was made for optimal relaxation in mind. Lights are dim, and the tvs have relaxing marine life and landscapes playing as you eat. The staff here also exhume the same energy and every dish that came out, was served with so much gentleness. Bowls placed without clangs, and soups scooped without a sound. You will come and leave here as if you left a spa. Highly recommend just for the ambiance and service alone. Overall, if you are looking to dive deeper into Korean cuisine outside of Kbbq, then Borit Gogae is the place to go. Banchan's are a quintessential part of Korean culture and also a dying one if you ever get a chance to visit Korea. Borit Gogae specializes in this and thankfully keeps that tradition alive. Because of this I would love to come back if Im ever in town. read more

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My mom loves this place! She wanted to come here for her birthday dinner and then wanted to come here for my birthday lunch! So the parking here is somewhat tricky. The lot is free during the day. However, I believe it's valet only during the evening. It makes senses since it's in a small strip mall with a bar and karaoke establishments. It's still somewhat of an inconvenience at night. This establishment serves fresh and healthy Korean food. It reminds me of the food I ate while visiting the countryside of S. Korea. The set menu starts with a minimum order of two. So don't come alone as it would not make any sense to order two peoples worth of food when most banchans are refillable and so is the rice. Plus, that would be just pricey. The food here consists of a bunch of traditional namul and banchans, which you mix together in your bowl of rice to make a mixed rice bowl (bibimbap). They also serve scorched rice (neurungji), beanpaste stew (deongjang kkuek), perilla seed chicken soup (duelkke dak jook). We usually order the set in combination with a protein. I would recommend the spicy pork ribs. The fish (dried yellow corvina) was okay, but the spicy pork ribs was better. read more

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This is a 4.5 rounded up to a 5. The quality, seasoning, and variety of their banchan is imo the closest thing you can get to home cooked food if your umma/halmunee can throw down in the kitchen. I thought the variety of food was really well balanced and complimented the meal. My only gripe is that even though we were basically done with our meal and it would've been nice to get a few more banchan. Sadly, no one ever offered or asked. We were just given the check. read more

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Borit Gogae was a total accidental find during a long weekend in LA--and easily one of the best surprises I've had eating out here. We stumbled in while wandering K-Town, and from the outside it's unassuming and low-key. Inside? Super traditional decor, colorful, warm, and instantly comforting, with extremely friendly staff. This ended up being one of the most healing meals I've had--especially with good company. The barley rice and banchan are 100% top tier, and not just visually beautiful but genuinely delicious. Everything felt thoughtful and nourishing. Highly recommend the set menu and adding a protein dish. It's absolutely worth it and honestly a steal for the price. Set menu + soju = elite Saturday vibes. I already dream of coming back. This place shot straight to my top LA favorites list. read more

Borit Gogae - Build your own bap! - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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After a fresh haircut in K-town, a rainy afternoon led us straight to Borit Gogae, and honestly--this was the kind of meal that makes you slow down and savor. No line thanks to the weather (a small miracle in Koreatown), and from the moment we walked in, it felt like a reset. Parking: Located in a small shopping plaza with parking available in the back, plus plenty of metered street parking nearby. For K-town standards, this is a win. Vibe / Interior: Warm, homey, and calm--the kind of place where you don't feel rushed. The space leans into a modern hanok-inspired aesthetic with dark wood furnishings and a grounded, almost meditative feel. Lots of tables that work just as well for intimate meals as they do for groups. Good for: Long, intentional meals Catching up with a close friend or family Vegetarians & vegans (this is a big one--very inclusive) Borit Gogae is especially known for its hanjeongsik-style set menus, which have been gaining traction on social media for their sheer abundance and thoughtful presentation. It's also one of those rare Korean restaurants where plant-forward diners don't feel like an afterthought. What we ordered: The barley rice set menu, skipping the additional protein--and it was more than enough. The table quickly disappeared under an impressive spread of banchan, soups, and sides. The variety alone was stunning: different textures, colors, temperatures, and bold-but-balanced flavors. What stood out most was how satisfying yet light the meal felt. I fully expected to be uncomfortably full given the quantity, but instead I felt nourished--and still had room for dessert. Truly a "every inch of the table is covered" kind of experience. A meal fit for a queen . Service: Fast, efficient, and well-paced. Once we ordered, the banchan parade began almost immediately, which added to the excitement without feeling chaotic. Value: About $45 per person including tax and tip, which felt fair given the quality, care, and volume of food. This is more of a special meal than an everyday stop, but one that delivers on value. Final thoughts: Borit Gogae is the kind of place you come to when you want to eat thoughtfully, linger a bit, and leave feeling taken care of. If you can swing a rainy day visit or an off-peak hour, even better. Would I come back? Yes--especially when I want comfort food that still feels elevated. read more

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Best Korean spot I've been to in LA. They give so many side dishes and all of it delicious. I loved the pumpkin soup in the beginning and mixing everything together in the rice. They also let you take home the side dishes too if you can't finish it. There's a service station for to go boxes. I think it'd be a perfect spot to take people to and the service is great too! It's a nice cozy atmosphere rooted in a traditional vibe. read more

Borit Gogae - Set - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Came to this place by recommendation from one of my friends for a group meet up that's been a long time coming. Upon entering, the interior gives a very modern asian almost hipster vibe. The staff is very welcoming though it was hard to get their attention at times, probably because we were situated on the far right side of the restaurant. Since, we had about 5 people, 1 of which was vegetarian, we ordered the set menu w/ barley rice. we also ordered an additional side of korean style grilled ribs. While the ever curious eater that I am, here's some of the dishes that left a lasting impression on me: The pumpkin porridge had a clean and light profile. Dishes such as the eggplant salad, stir fry mushrooms, and kimchi were all filling and light. The chicken perilla soup was something I found myself going back a lot. Good on a cold rainy ish day. The acorn jelly salad and sweet and sour freshwater sail salad had an interesting texture and flavor profile to say the least. When it came to closing out the meal, the desserts were lovely. Dried persimmon rolls with walnuts coupled with the plum tea were good meal enders The veggie set overall did feel like a more opulent bibimbap set with more traditional dishes as the accompaniment to your canvas that was the barley rice. You can get refills on barley rice which I had forgotten 2/3 of the way through the meal. Korean style grilled ribs were also solid, the rest of us might have overestimated the set menu came with. good to know for next time. The entrance to the restaurant is situated in the back behind the restaurant, not on 8th. Since it is ktown, you'll either need to pay the $4~ for valet parking or get lucky with the street parking. read more

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in Koreatown, there's a waitlist to sign in the front. Got the standard meal set and honestly it was so much food. It also came out very quick, but really felt like an authentic style of korean food. Definitely a lot of fiber and each dish really pairs well together! Definitely would recommend to really fill you up. Decor is also very nice! read more

Borit Gogae - appetizers - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Came here with my boyfriend for our date nights. It was honestly busy, but nothing we had to wait for. The service we got was good as well, however, no one came to check up on us about the bill or waters that we asked for. I also really liked the whole look of the environment, felt very cozy and home-like. Food on the other hand could be better. We both got the set menu and honestly was looking really forwards to it. I have had bimbimbap before so i knew what I was eating. When everything came out i was really excited to try. It honestly was not what i thought. the spicy cucumbers were good snd the snails as well. But the soup, specifically, the tofu soup had a slight smell i wasn't expecting. The chicken soup honestly then grew on me because i thought it was lacking flavor, honestly was really good too. Overall, a bit over priced, but was a good experience. The dessert was delicious though, thats for sure. The plum juice tasted like if cranberry juice and apple juice had a baby. read more

Borit Gogae - set menu - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I still think about this months after. The presentation alone is beautiful and the taste is phenomenal. Each dish is perfectly seasoned and cooked, i am so in awe of the amount of labor it takes to prepare separate dish. Shout out to the soups, couldn't tell you what they were called hahaha but loved them! You end the meal with a dried persimmon dessert and tea , I needed 5 I swear those were soo good. I went with 3 people and we were super full after. Such a beautiful meal,loooove koreatown. Parking is the back,there's ample if not you can probably find street parking. I went during the weekday so Unsure how packed it gets during the weekend. read more

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Borit Gogae is my favorite place in K-Town. It's the perfect place for a healthy feast with a variety of dishes! It's a must visit spot in LA. There is a valet lot behind the restaurant. When the lot is full and valet is not available, I've parked at the Koreatown Plaza or Zion Market a few blocks away. It's faster than finding street parking, which is nearly impossible. For the food: Set Menu with Barley Rice is the way to go. There's a 2 order minimum and comes with soups, banchan, appetizers and dessert. It's best for group of 3+ to add grilled meat entree for the perfect meal. They're generous and will have enough of the set menu for the entire party when everyone orders something. My favorite dishes: - Pumpkin Porridge - Soybean Paste Stew - Perilla Seed and Chicken Soup - Banchan Selection - Mung Bean Pancake - Grilled Spareribs read more

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This place has been in on my list for a while and knowing it's a lot of food we hesitated but since we were a group of three, we decided to check it out. When you walk in, the place has paintings all over the wall and it's warm and welcoming. The staff are super nice and explained what to order. We ordered two of the set menus (minimum of 2) and then our third person ordered the La kalbi short ribs. This was honestly so much food we had so much to take home. The set menu comes with a plethora of small veggie dishes that you put on your barley rice in a build your own bibimbap sort of way. It also comes with a small bowl of pumpkin soup to start and rice water soup. And then even more side dishes - a sweet and spicy salad of cucumbers and acorn jelly (fave!) , sea snail salad, water kimchi, and seaweed. It also comes with a crispy pajeon (pancake) for each person and a bowl of fermented soy bean soup and perilla chicken soup to share. The soy bean soup was quite funky and very fermented (a bit much for me, but my friend loved it). The kalbi came on a sizzling plate and was tender and delicious. For dessert we each got a small bowl of cone porridge, a dried persimmon and a cup of plum tea. The plum tea was a fine way to end the meal and so refreshing. Be prepared to come hungry! The food is relatively healthy and lots of great veggies and low carb. read more

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My family & I had dinner at Borit Gogae last Wednesday, and it was a feast fit for royalty! I found out about this place after finishing groceries nearby. At around 7:45pm, we easily found parking in the backlot and were seated promptly. The service and vibe of the restaurant are cozy and homey with traditional & modern decor. We ordered two Set Menus with Barley Rice ($34.99/set) and an entree of Dried Yellow Corvina ($39.99; not fully pictured). Since the set menu mostly consists of veggies, we got the yellow corvina for added protein, and it was cooked simply and paired deliciously. My fave items from the set menu were the Pumpkin Porridge (smooth, nutty, and slightly sweet), Kimchi-Mung Bean Pancake (crispy, savory, and surprisingly tasted like shrimp), and Corn Porridge (fun texture and warm sweet treat). Everything was served on nice dish-ware! For a party of three people, we were so full and had some leftovers. We would return to Borit Gogae, if we were craving this kind of meal! read more

Borit Gogae - Set Menu - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I've had this place bookmarked for years, and it did not disappoint! The set menu is such a great deal and even though I sort of knew what to expect going into it, I was shocked by how much food there was! The meat dishes on the side looked great as well, but don't think there was any way we could've finished it. As someone who is a volume eater, it was really fun catching up with my friend while picking at all the various side dishes. Despite all the food we ate, we didn't feel too full and even had space to go for dessert afterward. There's valet parking in the back, although it can be a bit tricky to find. Otherwise, street parking is of course an option if you're lucky! Super cute space inside as well that is cozy and inviting. read more

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Definitely come with an appetite because there is so much food with the barley rice set menu. They provide refills of the rice and any banchan. They were so sweet and even refilled the snail dish when we asked as service, even though they don't usually do that. I love service (Korean term for free). We also order two pieces of the soy sauce raw crab. It's basically build your own bibimbap with several different soups and small desserts after. Everything was delicious and there are take out containers that you help yourself to to pack up any leftovers to make another bibimbap at home. My favorite were the pumpkin puree soup, seaweed chips, kimchi pancake, marinated king oyster mushroom, snails, dried permission, and plum tea. It was my first time trying raw crab and I loved it. They provided gloves and scissors to manage. You squeeze out the crab meat and juices over rice and mix it with seaweed and some sesame oil. It was especially delicious when mixing everything in the shell. There was plenty of parking in the lot on a Tuesday evening. Come hungry and be prepared to take home leftovers. read more

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Borit Gogae has been in my LA bookmark for a minute now. They specialize in traditional Korean home cooking with a super diverse menu that's also very vegetarian-friendly. I finally came with one of my girlfriends, and we went for the set menu plus the spicy grilled spareribs. And wow we were happily overwhelmed because the sheer amount of food literally filled our table with no space left to spare. Set Menu - Tons of variety, mostly vegetable-based banchan. Honestly, there were so many dishes that I can't even recall standouts (just check my pics for reference). That said, I loved the acorn jelly salad, and the deconstructed bibimbap was so much fun - it's such a good way to eat veggies I normally wouldn't gravitate toward. Overall setup and variety: solid 8/10. Spicy Grilled Spareribs - So glad we added this on, because your girl needs meat. Huge portion, perfectly cooked, and it paired beautifully with all the sides and the set menu. 9/10. Overall, if you love Korean food, this is such a unique spot to really immerse yourself in the culture and flavors. Clearly locals love it too. Just a heads up: if you're not used to the smell of fermented soybeans, you might be a little thrown off at first but it's all part of the authentic experience. read more

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Came to this hidden gem with a HUGE variety of Banchans for a DIY your food experience The store is spacious and has many seatings. Interior is decorated with some art work made/drawn by the owner herself. Very homey vibe They started you with a warm bowl of hot water soaked with some crispy rice (heard that it's some sort of Korean traditional stuff they drink often). Then plates after plates of banchan come filling up your table & a big bowl of rice for you to put WHATEVER your heart desires onto the bowl to make your own DIY vegetarian bibimbap it's both fun and delicious ~ They also serve you 2 types of soup and the creamy/nutty chicken one is to die for Will be coming back for sure read more

Borit Gogae - Look at the spread!!! - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Borit Gogae is a traditional Korean restaurant in K-town known for its barley rice sets, along with dishes like kalbi and pork ribs. The interior reminded me of Korea. I loved the traditional decor. We ordered the barley rice set menu ($35 per person) and added beef bulgogi on the side. While the bulgogi was good, it wasn't worth $45. The set itself was generous, featuring barley rice, appetizers, a variety of herbs, multiple side dishes, additional courses, and dessert. The amount of food was overwhelming at first, but the spread was impressive and beautifully presented. We were able to customize our mixed rice bowls with different herbs, some of which I was trying for the first time. The flavors felt refreshing and healthy, and we left completely stuffed. I especially enjoyed the dried persimmon and plum tea that wrapped up the meal. read more

Borit Gogae - Barley Rice Set - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I was recommended Borit Gogae by a friend and finally made it over to try while in Koreatown. We went for an earlier dinner before 6PM on a Sunday so only had to wait about 15 minutes to be seated, which was pretty good given that it's not that big of a restaurant. We took the Metro in so didn't have to deal with parking which seems like it could be challenging. The interior is sleek and clean, and service was friendly with lots of explanations about the dishes. We ordered their famous barley rice set which came with a ridiculous amount of very unique, tasty, and beautifully presented food. This was such a memorable meal and experience and I highly recommend for people wanting something different! The flavors and textures were complex and it's not too too expensive at $34.99 per person + tax as of August 2025. The dessert course was also very refreshing. We had leftovers but the restaurant likely expects this as there are plenty of to-go containers already set up in the middle of the restaurant. xD read more

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Borit Gogae offers a refreshingly unique take on Korean cuisine, setting itself apart from other restaurants with its beautifully curated assortment of banchan (side dishes), all presented in a woven basket and served alongside a bed of hearty barley rice. The experience reminded me of a DIY bibimbap... you start by scooping barley rice into your bowl, then add the various side dishes, drizzle in sesame oil and gochujang (Korean red chili paste), and mix everything together. You're able to customize the bowl to your liking which made it both interactive and delicious~~ Absolutely yummy and fun! In addition to the side dishes, which don't include any meat, we also ordered the LA galbi and the spicy marinated raw crab. The size of the LA Galbi pieces were pretty decently-sized and my favorite was the spicy marinated raw crab. It was drenched in their spicy sauce which was the perfect level of spiciness for me and there were a good amount of pieces there as well. My absolute favorite! I saw another Yelper mention that many Korean spots offer side dishes for free, but I don't think they realize how different these particular banchans are. They're not your standard offerings from an AYCE KBBQ joint and tasted much more authentic. It reminded me of the meals my aunt would prepare when she visited from Korea~ Full of nostalgia and care. I felt compelled to highlight my thoughts on that reviewer as I thought it would probably deter people from actually wanting to give this place a try. I will say, this place is definitely on the pricier side, but it's clear they're catering to a different audience and it seems to be working for them. The dishes are likely much more labor-intensive to prepare, which justifies the higher price point. I'm giving this place five stars because the food, service, and overall vibe made it a truly memorable experience. Our server was kind and attentive, the decor gave off a cozy, Korea-inspired feel, and the menu offered a fresh and healthy twist on traditional Korean dishes. I felt compelled to leave a review to share how special it felt. There's free parking in the lot behind the building, which also serves as the restaurant's main entrance. You won't be able to enter from the front, so it's best to head straight to the back and come in that way. read more

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Delicious- and you can really see/taste the TLC and hours that go into every dish- from the hours pickled, blanched, fermented, simmered, stewed, etc. For a party of 3, we shared a 2-person Barley rice set and order of kalbee. The meat was some of the best I've had in a while. Super tender and flavorful! The ladies are so sweet and spend the time to explain each dish as they bring it out. It's a very full meal! Feels like you're eating at an aunt's home and she won't stop feeding you. read more

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We had the special 2 person min bibimbap with healthy rice. The selection of vegetables that came with the set were all pretty good. For the price $35 per person I would say you get a lot of food. It also came with 2 soups. Both were ok,(one a chicken porridge and another a soybean soup with tofu) and some kimchi pancakes. Acorn jelly dish and more sides. I think 3-4 people could have eaten this amount of food and been satisfied. Nice to try a Korean traditional meal, not Korean bbq. Although I've also tried the spicy pork ribs and the beef kalbi. I recommend if you go with 4 people order 2 meal sets and one meat dish. Overall the waitstaff were friendly and service was great. I like the metal bowls they serve everything in. A lot of dishes to wash! Worth trying once at least read more

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Came for the set menu with barley rice. So many tasty banchans and soup/porridge included in the set that was more than enough food for 2 people. The employees are really nice and the service is fast. The restaurant also has an attached free parking lot in the back. read more

Borit Gogae - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This place feels very traditional compared to many other Korean restaurants in LA, with a strong focus on bibimbap (rice with side dishes). One thing to note -- the set menu doesn't include meat, so if you want protein you'll need to order it a la carte. We came with a party of six and were told we had to order six dishes (one per person). Originally, we planned to get two set menus and two meat dishes to share, but they required us to order more mains to total six. That ended up being a lot of food, and we couldn't finish it all. That said, I personally really enjoyed the different angle of Korean food here. Dinner felt unique and refreshing to me, though I can't say the same for everyone else in my party. One of the more unusual dishes we tried was the chicken perilla soup -- it wasn't bad, just not particularly flavorful. I want to believe a lot of the dishes lean more toward the healthier side, which I appreciate. Overall, I really enjoyed the experience and would come back to try more! read more

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