Crunch Box

Locally owned & operated

Family-owned & operated

The food and service were amazing. We got the braised short ribs and katsu. The wait on a Monday…read morenight wasn't bad at all.

Jin Cook in Buena Park was a coworker recommendation and honestly, they did not disappoint We got…read morethe spicy short rib and cold noodles, and both were so good! The portions were HUGE too--we had enough left over to take home for another meal, which is always a win The spot itself is pretty small and cozy, but honestly, the food is the main event. The wait time was pretty reasonable, and our server was super friendly. Definitely a solid spot if you're craving Korean food. Would 100% come back!

Pork suyuk and mushroom jap chae

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Tonkatsu

Mo Ran Gak Restaurant

4.5(2.8k reviews)

3.8 mi

I have been going to this place for 20 years. It is the best restaurant for cold noodles and ribs…read more I go from Torrance.

Morangak in Garden Grove is the OG location, famous for their galbi, beef dishes, and cold noodles…read more You know this place is legit when you see tables full of elderly Korean patrons--even waiting in line! My go-to order here is always the Marinated Galbi and cold noodles (nengmyun). The staff grills all the meat for you, and they cook everything to perfection--serious veterans here! You can tell they know exactly what they're doing when it comes to grilling the meat. I've also tried their Wagyu Brisket, which was melt-in-your-mouth good! And they now offer rice paper, which is always a plus for wrapping up that deliciously grilled meat. The cold noodles come with white vinegar and hot mustard (gyuja) on the side, so you can add as much tang and kick as you like. Their spicy cold noodles are also delicious and, despite the name, really aren't that spicy. They also have a location in Fullerton, and I've found the quality of the food to be just as good there. But there's something about the Garden Grove location--especially the longtime staff and the expertise they bring to grilling the meat--that makes this one a little more appealing to me. I'm always coming back for their Marinated Galbi and nengmyun. Such a classic Korean combo, and Morangak does it right!

Bibim naengmyeon / spicy cold noodles

Short ribs

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Brisket, marinated short ribs, Onions and mushrooms

Mdk Noodles

3.9(839 reviews)

1.4 mi

The food came out fast and the refills on kimchi was nice. I especially liked the seafood pancake…read morethat came out was delicious!

I did a takeout order at MGK Noodles for a weekend brunch. I ordered over phone. Asked for cold…read morenoodle, which they gave me spicy chewy noodles. I also got an order of the bulgogi as well. The takeout order came with kimchi and rice, which I think was for the bulgogi. I realized I should have asked for the arrowroot noodles, since that was the one I wanted. Make sure to specify if you're ordering over phone! Overall, everything was good and a good portion for two people. This seems to be a busy location as the entire store was packed when I went to pickup at noon. It also has a large plaza with plenty of parking. American Express is accepted here.

Interior seating

Cold Kimchi Green Chlorella Noodle Soup

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Mixed Spicy Arrowroot Noodle (Bibimnengmyun)

Han Yang

4.3(1.7k reviews)

4.5 mi

The 도가니탕 (ox knee bone soup) was fantastic. You can immediately appreciate the time and care that…read morewent into preparing the broth. It was rich, deeply flavorful, and served unseasoned enough to let you adjust the salt and pepper to your own preference. If you're new to 도가니탕, the generous size of the meat and tendon pieces might be a bit surprising. For me, however, the larger cuts were perfect. The accompanying dipping sauce of radish, soy sauce, vinegar, and wasabi was an excellent complement, cutting through the richness of the meat and adding a refreshing contrast. The 반찬 are apparently made in-house, and you can taste the difference. Everything was fresh and well prepared, especially the quality of the 고춧가루 they use. My only gripe? No soju. It may just have to be my new breakfast spot.

Hanyang is one of the Korean restaurants our family goes to often. My son says their galbitang is…read morethe best! I had the pork cutlet, and it was really good, especially since this isn't a restaurant that specializes in pork cutlet. My husband had the spicy octopus in a hot stone bowl. It was okay, but the seasoning felt a little off, like the flavors didn't quite come together. Still, the service was very friendly, and overall we had a nice meal and left satisfied.

Inside seating - decent amount of seats

Octopus bibimbap

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갈비탕 (Galbi-Tang) / Beef Short Ribs Soup

Misoolkwan OC

4.6(1.9k reviews)

4.0 mi

Mark C. with the tattoos is an awesome server. He was friendly, attentive, and made sure we had…read moreeverything we needed throughout the meal. He had great energy and made the experience feel welcoming and enjoyable. Definitely one of the better servers I've had--would recommend him for sure!

Marc with the tattoos is the only reason I'm giving this place a 5 stars. That's my guy foreal,…read moredon't play with the kid. He's so friendly and genuine and really did take care of us even though we had a large party. Customer service was great and the ambiance wouldn't have been as good if it wasn't for him

Stir fried pork belly and kimchi

Grilled pork belly

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Beef intestines

J’s Korean Cuisine

4.3(1.8k reviews)

2.9 mi

Food is delicious. Best wings in Fullerton. The soy garlic flavor is amazing. Only place ive ever…read morehad Bulgogi sliders and Bulgogi tacos which were also really good. They have sapporo and soju so you can have some drinks as well. The entire place has a fun vibe good for pictures or even a nice sized party.Thank you Jessica and J's staff. Was such a good time. The food was so good we forgot to take pictures lol

Came in as we were at CSUF to drop off my nephew at college!…read more We enjoyed their Korean fried chicken. Ordered the 24 piece with all flavors except the spicy. The plain was bland wouldn't get that again but the other two were scrumptious!!! Would definitely come again if we're in town. Service was good. Ambiance, chill. Would definitely see a lot of college kids coming here to hang out.

J's special menu's are here!!!

AYCE Menu! Only First Round can have a J's Super Fries!!! Only for J's Korean Cuisine!

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BIBIMBAP BURRITO 비빔밥 부리또

Jinsol Gukbap Buena Park

4.3(406 reviews)

4.2 mi

If you're looking for genuine Korean pork soup, this is the place. The broth is incredible and you…read morecan taste the quality in every bite. Generous portions, fast service, and unbeatable flavor. 10/10 recommended!

Jinsol Gookbap is my go-to spot for Korean soup, and it's never a miss! We always come here on…read moreweekend mornings when it's a little cheaper, and the quality of the food and the service are consistently excellent. Even early in the morning, everything is fresh, delicious, and served with great care.

Near the cash register. 6/14/2025

Mul Naengmyeon (물냉면)

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Entrance. 6/14/2025

Mr BBQ

4.5(5.9k reviews)

4.4 mi

•$$$

Top 3 favorite Korean places !! Staff was friendly , food was excellent and quality was amazing for…read moresure coming back

Always have to visit Mr BBQ in Fullerton when I visit SoCal…read more Amazing service, the waiter was quick to bring our food and refilled our waters and banchan seamlessly. The lunch price is hard to beat, what a value for $30 per person. The quality of the meat is top notch for the price. That's why they emphasize its Premium AYCE. Kimchi stew was nice and spicy, and steamed egg was perfectly cooked. There were a lot of banchan dishes and there were free refills. Salad is on the side to balance out the meat. A lot of people celebrate their birthdays at the restaurant, they put a candle on then complimentary ice cream everyone gets and you can choose a song to play as they bring out the dessert. Very fun vibe. During lunch when it's not that busy, you don't feel pressured to finish eating in 90 min. But wait times can get over 3 hours for dinner time if you arrive later.

View of the restaurant

The salad and meats

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Japchae was ok. It was perfect as a banchan.

Kaju Soft Tofu Restaurant

3.9(2.9k reviews)

4.1 mi

Minority-owned & operated

Family-owned & operated

Solid spot for soondubu and banchan; comparable to BCD if not better!…read more - Beef Kimchi Soondubu (small, Very Very spicy) + Kalbi Combo ~$32.49: soondubu had good kimchi flavor, and a good amt of beef slices. Wasn't that spicy. The kalbi (~8 pieces) was overdone as it was chewy and slightly salty. Would get soondubu again, but not kalbi. Love the fishcake, cucumber, kimchi, and anchovies. Japchae was kinda dry. No wait around 6PM on a Thursday and quick service, with a convenient self ordering kiosk at every table. Ample parking in lot.

Been coming here since i was tiny! Love the food here…read more Ambience has been getting ever more hectic in the past few years. Today, I witnessed an unpleasant interaction between Gina and another server. Didn't appreciate her dismissiveness towards him. Hopefully staff interactions will be more respectful in the future, especially when literally in front of customers who would like more professional conduct from restaurant staff.

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Sonamu

4.3(119 reviews)

3.1 mi

Best Korean food in OC with a ton of Banchan. Everything is always large portions so perfect for…read moregroups or individuals who want leftovers.

Went here for a weekend lunch with a group and was surprised by how slow it was. There were only a…read morecouple of other tables besides ours. The stir-fried squid with noodles was delicious and came in a generous portion. The LA Galbi also tasted good, but the portion was disappointing. It looked like we got mostly small leftover pieces with very little meat compared to other Korean restaurants, especially for $33.99. The stir-fried kimchi with tofu was another letdown--the amount of tofu was very small for $36.99. The food overall was tasty, but the service was one of the strangest experiences I've had. Our banchan (side dishes) didn't come until after the appetizer, and only because we asked. We also had to ask for water. Our appetizer arrived without any sauce, and later they brought soy sauce with wasabi, which wasn't even for our seafood pancake or fried dumplings. After all of our food was served, no one came back to check on us--not even once. I'm honestly not exaggerating. The staff kept disappearing, and at one point we saw them all eating lunch together in the dining area, which made us uncomfortable interrupting them. When we were ready to leave, we needed to-go boxes and the check, but no one was around. We finally had to ask a lady who had just clocked in. Our bill was over $300, and honestly, we didn't feel the service deserved a tip. This place is a hit or miss. The food is good, and that's the only reason I'd consider coming back. Unfortunately, the service completely ruined the experience for our entire group. As much as we enjoyed the food, we wouldn't recommend this place based on the service alone.

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Jacqueline V.

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I just had the most incredible experience at CrunchBox! I tried both the Sweet & Spicy Chicken and the Garlic Chicken, and wow, they were both out of this world. The radish side was a great touch, adding a refreshing crunch that complemented the chicken perfectly. But what really stood out was the service. The owner is hands down one of the friendliest, most welcoming people I've met. He made sure I felt right at home and took the time to chat about the restaurant's history. They just opened this year, and you can tell they put so much love and care into everything they do. He even gave me a stamp card to earn a free snack or medium order! If you're in the area, do yourself a favor and check this place out. They have great food and a welcoming atmosphere. I'm already looking forward to my next visit! read more

MJ C.

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I recently had my first experience at this restaurant, and I was pleasantly surprised! The owner was incredibly welcoming and friendly. I was amazed by the prices for the lunch box and chicken wrap--given that many lunch options these days exceed $15, this deal was a delightful find. I particularly enjoyed the spicy chicken rice box; it had the perfect amount of spice--enough to give it a kick without being overwhelming. I'm so glad I discovered this place! I can't wait to come back and try the large fried chicken next time! read more

Aria A.

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New ownership but he doesn't know what he's doing . Worst ownership that previous Korean guy! Both sucks each time! WAY overpriced for chicken that they but from Walmart . DO NOT GIVE ANY BUSINIUESS TO RHIS KOREAN PEOLE ! all they do is tk steal your money . read more

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