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I absolutely love coming here. The portions are huge, the food is fresh and delicious, and it feels like so much thought and care went into each dish. This is the kind of comfort food I grew up with so I always look forward to coming here. The servers are nice, parking in the back is easy, and set meal price is decent. I highly recommend Boris Gogae if you want traditional Korean food!
One of the most korean food experiences in town. Loved the massive collection of side-dishes in the set menu. The chicken porridge soup was a revelation. Also, clearly my life has been missing out on good pumkin soup. The savory pancakes were so fluffy and crispy - am now obsessed with trying to make them at home. And so much food - didn't even get to the meat! They also had handy take out containers so that nothing goes to waste. The ambience is quite unique - a bit of a hipster cafe vibe but its a full meal restaurant!
Korean comfort food. As soon as I walked through the door, I felt the warm sense of hospitality. It felt like you were going to a family friend's house and you knew you were about to enjoy a great meal. In order to do the 'Set Menu With Barley Rice' you need to have at least 2 people to participate. I dined alone so I wasn't able to order that, but I didn't feel like I missed out at all. I believe you get a comparable amount and variety of banchan when you order any of the proteins on the menu. I myself ordered the dried yellow corvina (fish). The order or set came with some barley, delicious tofu soup, and pretty much more banchan than I can eat myself. Just a wonderful meal and experience.
My friends who live in Koreatown recommended this place and while I enjoyed trying it, I don't think I would go back. It's unique for me someone who is not Korean and not particularly well versed in Korean food, and I enjoyed trying a bunch of new things although I didn't always know exactly what was what. It was good but not mindblowing, but a lot of food. It was my first meal of the day and I still couldn't finish it and neither could the person with me. They seem used to that because there's a station of takeout containers you can get yourself, however many you need. Cute place inside.
At first, we were awed by the amount of food. We were hungry so we started to eat things as they came out. We did their special set (can't remember which), but it came with SO MUCH FOOD. I'm adding pictures so I don't have to explain them all. Bottom line though is that we wouldn't necessarily return. Nothing stood out to us. We were over fed. If you have big appetite, this place is for you. I think we were just overwhelmed.
Such a Cute restaurant that serves Traditional Korean food! They specialize in bibimbap with assorted seasoned vegetables over barley rice. It also comes with a variety of other dishes such as kimchi pancake, soybean paste stew, perilla chicken porridge, etc. it was visually appealing to see all the dishes and they all tasted good! It was nice and healthy, didn't feel gross after eating but nothing really stood out for us I guess. You can order meats on the side. Doesn't come with the set menu. Service was okay, we had to consistently wave down a person to help us. Overall I'm glad we tried Borit Gogae but not too sure if we'll be going back
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.
Amazing food, with good amount and good price. The service was friendly and authentic. The ambiance was great and clean. Lots of authentic Korean decor.
Borit Gogae is a great spot if you're looking for traditional Korean food with a mostly plant-based menu! The interior is beautiful and very traditional, from the decor down to the tableware. We went for lunch, when parking was free. They offer valet during dinner. Service was also great--our waitresses were very attentive and checked on us often. We ordered the set menu, which came out to around $45 per person with tip. You get SO much food: appetizers, the main course, two types of soup, and dessert. You definitely won't leave hungry! The food is mostly plant-based and pretty mildly seasoned, so keep that in mind if you prefer stronger flavors. Nothing particularly stood out to me this time, so I'm not sure I'd come back specifically for the food, but I'd definitely return when I'm craving lots of veggies and traditional Korean flavors. Overall, I'd recommend it if you enjoy Korean food and want something different from the typical Korean BBQ experience!
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).
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!
The four of us ordered 3 of the sets and a bulgogi. There are a lot of veggie forward dishes as part of the set, as well as heartier soups. You can customize what you want to add into your rice bowl to make bibimbap. The portions are generous!
I visited during a recent trip to LA, and this was easily one of the best meals I had. The food was incredibly clean and well-balanced in flavor--nothing was overly heavy or overpowering, which made every dish enjoyable. Living in San Jose, it's hard to find this kind of authentic and refined meal, so it was a real treat. The portions were generous, the quality of the food was excellent, and the service was warm and attentive throughout our visit. The only downside is that it's very popular, so be prepared to wait. The wait was longer than expected, but after eating here, I can definitely see why. I'd happily come back the next time I'm in LA.
The establishment is very clean and the service is friendly. The price is quite reasonable, especially considering the overwhelming amount of food you get. As a party of 3, we all ordered the set menu with barley rice, and I could not even begin to tell you how shocked I was when the waitress brought out the food. It was dish after dish after dish, and by the end of it, the entire table was completely filled with food. All the dishes were well flavored and complemented each other nicely. I really enjoyed that you can mix everything together and create your own combination of flavors depending on what you're in the mood for. There's a nice variety of textures and flavors, so the meal never felt repetitive. To get some protein (and fat lol), we also ordered the bossam. The pork belly was cooked perfectly... tender, juicy, and flavorful. It paired really well with the crispy cabbage and pickled vegetables, which helped cut through the richness of the pork. Overall, this was a really satisfying meal. You get a ton of food for the price, the flavors are solid, and the experience was really unique. Definitely a great spot to come with a group so you can enjoy the variety of dishes together. read more
What an experience!! Hehhe We got the Set. We also ordered the galbi short ribs. It was about $50 for the ribs alone!! At first glance, everything looked amazing. Down the line, I realized that the set was basically a bunch of ban chan. Some were interesting because other Korean restaurants don't serve it. We were advised to use it to create our own bibimbap. The perilla porridge stood out most. I never had perilla porridge. The taste was unique. It had chicken inside. The small cup of pumpkin soup was yummy. The soybean soup (fermented soy bean stew) had a very pungent smell. I wanted to enjoy it, but it wasn't for me. I couldn't stand the smell and not comfortable with the taste. Wish they gave an option to choose from different stews. The desserts were good. I also like their plum tea/juice. The galbi was well marinated. Not as tender as I was hoping for, but it was still delicious. With the price, I do feel like the set should include a dish of meats. Especially since the restaurant requires 2 people at $34 each for the set. If you go 3 people, prob more worth it. Overall, it was a fun experience. Service was great. read more
I absolutely love coming here. The portions are huge, the food is fresh and delicious, and it feels like so much thought and care went into each dish. This is the kind of comfort food I grew up with so I always look forward to coming here. The servers are nice, parking in the back is easy, and set meal price is decent. I highly recommend Boris Gogae if you want traditional Korean food! read more
One of the most korean food experiences in town. Loved the massive collection of side-dishes in the set menu. The chicken porridge soup was a revelation. Also, clearly my life has been missing out on good pumkin soup. The savory pancakes were so fluffy and crispy - am now obsessed with trying to make them at home. And so much food - didn't even get to the meat! They also had handy take out containers so that nothing goes to waste. The ambience is quite unique - a bit of a hipster cafe vibe but its a full meal restaurant! read more
Korean comfort food. As soon as I walked through the door, I felt the warm sense of hospitality. It felt like you were going to a family friend's house and you knew you were about to enjoy a great meal. In order to do the 'Set Menu With Barley Rice' you need to have at least 2 people to participate. I dined alone so I wasn't able to order that, but I didn't feel like I missed out at all. I believe you get a comparable amount and variety of banchan when you order any of the proteins on the menu. I myself ordered the dried yellow corvina (fish). The order or set came with some barley, delicious tofu soup, and pretty much more banchan than I can eat myself. Just a wonderful meal and experience. read more
12 days ago
My friends who live in Koreatown recommended this place and while I enjoyed trying it, I don't think I would go back. It's unique for me someone who is not Korean and not particularly well versed in Korean food, and I enjoyed trying a bunch of new things although I didn't always know exactly what was what. It was good but not mindblowing, but a lot of food. It was my first meal of the day and I still couldn't finish it and neither could the person with me. They seem used to that because there's a station of takeout containers you can get yourself, however many you need. Cute place inside. read more
At first, we were awed by the amount of food. We were hungry so we started to eat things as they came out. We did their special set (can't remember which), but it came with SO MUCH FOOD. I'm adding pictures so I don't have to explain them all. Bottom line though is that we wouldn't necessarily return. Nothing stood out to us. We were over fed. If you have big appetite, this place is for you. I think we were just overwhelmed. read more
Such a Cute restaurant that serves Traditional Korean food! They specialize in bibimbap with assorted seasoned vegetables over barley rice. It also comes with a variety of other dishes such as kimchi pancake, soybean paste stew, perilla chicken porridge, etc. it was visually appealing to see all the dishes and they all tasted good! It was nice and healthy, didn't feel gross after eating but nothing really stood out for us I guess. You can order meats on the side. Doesn't come with the set menu. Service was okay, we had to consistently wave down a person to help us. Overall I'm glad we tried Borit Gogae but not too sure if we'll be going back 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
1 month ago
Borit Gogae is a great spot if you're looking for traditional Korean food with a mostly plant-based menu! The interior is beautiful and very traditional, from the decor down to the tableware. We went for lunch, when parking was free. They offer valet during dinner. Service was also great--our waitresses were very attentive and checked on us often. We ordered the set menu, which came out to around $45 per person with tip. You get SO much food: appetizers, the main course, two types of soup, and dessert. You definitely won't leave hungry! The food is mostly plant-based and pretty mildly seasoned, so keep that in mind if you prefer stronger flavors. Nothing particularly stood out to me this time, so I'm not sure I'd come back specifically for the food, but I'd definitely return when I'm craving lots of veggies and traditional Korean flavors. Overall, I'd recommend it if you enjoy Korean food and want something different from the typical Korean BBQ experience! read more
5 months ago
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
5 months ago
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
3 months ago
The four of us ordered 3 of the sets and a bulgogi. There are a lot of veggie forward dishes as part of the set, as well as heartier soups. You can customize what you want to add into your rice bowl to make bibimbap. The portions are generous! read more
3 months ago
2 months ago
I visited during a recent trip to LA, and this was easily one of the best meals I had. The food was incredibly clean and well-balanced in flavor--nothing was overly heavy or overpowering, which made every dish enjoyable. Living in San Jose, it's hard to find this kind of authentic and refined meal, so it was a real treat. The portions were generous, the quality of the food was excellent, and the service was warm and attentive throughout our visit. The only downside is that it's very popular, so be prepared to wait. The wait was longer than expected, but after eating here, I can definitely see why. I'd happily come back the next time I'm in LA. 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
7 months ago
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
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
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
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
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
3 months ago
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
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
8 days ago
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
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
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
9 months ago
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
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
9 months ago
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
9 days ago
1 month ago
What an amazing experience! If you want to experience an authentic and luxurious Korean dining experience, this place is a must visit! My recommendation is to come with two or more people. There are so many beautiful dishes served throughout the meal, and I actually feel extremely grateful about how many dishes were prepared. But at this moment, I'm so proud to be Korean! read more
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
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
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
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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3464 W 8th St
Los Angeles, CA 90005
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How is the parking?
They have free parking in the lot behind the restaurant where you enter or street parking. You do not enter the restaurant from the street.
Does any of the food contain peanuts?
I don't think so. Maybe one of the side dishes do, but it's pretty peanut free. There are sesame seeds this. Chicken and shell fish too.
Are there vegetarian options on the banchan menu, please?
Yes. Most of the ban Chan is vegetarian. Two items are seafood. You should ask if they use shrimp in their kimchee but they all seemed vegetarian to me. You should not get the set since the soup is chicken
Other than the dessert with the walnut, do the other food items contain any form of tree nut? my husband has a tree nut allergy.
No, no tree nuts.
If you order set banchan menu, can you get a free refill?
I'm afraid it's not refilled as it is part of the main manu called Jung-sik. Banchan is not a side dishes.
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