Today I ordered from the Korean place called Jip Bab They…read morehad to buy one get one free: I got the Japchae with veggies: it's silver noodles and vegetable vegetables delicious with a soy sauce: so tasty I will order again I also got KimAri: which are small roles with seaweed and vegetable vegetables inside; it is an acquired taste, but I liked it

Had a quick few minutes prior to grabbing the kids and we tried this spot as it was on the way to…read morethe kids school. Nice quaint place with a few tables a few counter seats by the window and a few tables outside. Tablets to order are affixed on the indoor tables which is very modern. Missed the pancake and pear slushie which the latter was sold out and the former wasn't even on the menu when we came for lunch? So we went with the fried chix and the tofu soup. Nothing extraordinary but considering the area, halfway between ktown and northridge it will do. Of course the soup remained pipping hot throughout the meal, which has to be a standard when eating almost all korean soups. Food was good. Chicken was sweet and sticky-icky. The tofu soup missed the oomph. Was spicy and pipping hot but was kinda watery. Likely a one and done since there are so many other different options in the area. Might be worth a retry if we're in the area and under time constraints again.

Our son who is graduating from CSUN recommended The Ppong restaurant to us to eat at when we came…read moreto watch his final recital. The amount of food that you receive is commensurate to the price they charge. The restaurant is small but very well kept and clean. The service was fast, and the food perfect and oh so tasty from the sides to the main dish. The location was fantastic as it was just mere blocks from the campus. I have had Korean food in our area, but it doesn't compare to what we had at the Ppong. We look forward to trying more of their menu the next time we are in the area.

Absolutely delicious food! The black bean noodles were to…read moredie for. My first time having it and I loved it! The bulgogi dish was really good too and it came with a yummy soup. This is some really good quality, homemade tasting food. Can't wait to go back! It's located in a large shopping center and the server was really nice and helpful.

We wanted to try this restaurant because of the cute booths and food reviews. We waited for like…read more10-15 mins on this popular Sunday night for family dinner. Service was very friendly and attentive. Food came out fresh and hot. The atmosphere was busy and fun-filled with families and friends visiting together. We had Peach TokTok (cocktails), Marinated Dumplings, Garlic Soy Chicken, Rose Tteokbokki, and Caramel Hottok (dessert). Plenty of shopping plaza parking. No extra surcharges for paying with a credit card. It was so delicious with nice service- that we'll be back. Thank you for everything!

Went here on a graduation celebration. The place has limited tables and if you're a large group be…read moreprepared to have two separate tables on a busy day. With regard to food it is very tasty and filling due to huge portion worth sharing. I like the katsu pork curry. Meats are good quality you'll feel like it's a good home cooked meal very comforting.

Food: 5 stars The galbijjim was outstanding -- the short…read moreribs were incredibly tender, the sauce was rich and deeply savory with just the right balance of spiciness, sweet and comforting, and everything was cooked to perfection. The portion was generous, the flavors were bold without being overpowering, and it had that true "special occasion" feel. I'd 1000% keep coming back just for this dish. And share this gave spot of ours with our close family and friends. Service: 5 stars Service was excellent from start to finish -- attentive, friendly, and genuinely welcoming without feeling overbearing. Everything came out smoothly, and the staff made the whole meal feel easy and enjoyable. Great service definitely elevated the experience. And they never rush us to leave. Very polite imo's (Aunties)/ ajumeoni. Location/Parking/Ambiance: Lots of parking at the back of the restaurant. Surrounded by images from SKorea. Not too fancy, but not really needed. The food and service is 5 star for me and my family. Visited with my closest friends quite recently.

The tofu soup came out like it had something to prove. Bubbling. Steaming. Fully in its main…read morecharacter era. The broth was rich and savory. The tofu stayed soft and silky. One sip in and suddenly I was sitting up straighter like the soup had personally corrected my posture. The rib eye is probably the move here. Juicy. Tender. Nicely seasoned. Just a very "let me not play with my food choices today" kind of order. It does not reinvent steak. It just shows up, looks good, does the job, and leaves no notes. Honestly. Very dependable. Very adult crush. The beef soup hit too. Deep flavor. Comforting. The kind of bowl that makes you pause mid-conversation and point at it like hold on. This is good. It had that slow-cooked taste that feels like somebody's auntie was in the back refusing to let the broth be mediocre. The staff is so lovely here. Sweet. Welcoming. On it. The bathroom was clean too, which is always a strong sign that the establishment fears God and respects the people. The vibe is easy and relaxed. Nothing extra. Just a good place to lock in, eat something hot, and mind your business in peace. it's giving... a lowkey neighborhood legend with no PR team and all the talent.

I love Ace Gogi. Love love love Ace Gogi…read more My little brother and I go here weekly for lunch. Our go-to location is the Van Nuys one. It's not as nice as the Fallbrook location, but we like how lively and active it is. There's always energy in there. The Fallbrook spot is really nice though--better ambience, more spacious, and just a cleaner feel overall. We just haven't caught it when it's busy yet. That one feels more chill and laid back, which is nice when you want a slower vibe. So honestly, best of both worlds depending on the mood. Our go-to order is the spicy bulgogi with white rice and the pepper beef. We've tried a lot of the menu too--spicy baby octopus, cow tongue, a bunch of different items--but we always end up going back to what we know. It's one of those spots where we just sit there, eat, talk, and keep going until we're full. Shoutout Ace Gogi for the vibes and the food. I'm sure you can get higher quality cuts elsewhere, but that would probably come with a higher price. For what it is, we're always satisfied.

Many have shared AYCE Gogi with me, and I was very disappointed on my visit. Parking was fairly…read moreeasy in this big parking lot, and queueing up on the waitlist was pretty straightforward. At the time, they had some rewards going on, but I preferred to be unsubscribed. My friend and I were sat within 30 minutes, and we enjoyed much of the meats here. Service was pretty slow; if you want to order, you'll really need to reach out to a staff member, jumping around and all. The one thing that stood out to me other than eating here was my consistent comments on smells, and not in a good way. For starters, ventilation here is very poor. On top of that, I'm not sure what it was at the time of visit, but there was a strong scent of paint or chemicals which made the entire dining experience unbearable. I still got my money's worth the best that I could, but the moment I got home, I immediately got sick for a week, and it was not from eating too much. Something about that chemical smell... I'm not sure what it is, but I can't put my finger on it. (And I wouldn't want to, either... I'm sick of / from it.)

Rib finger so good. Tried to find a good kbbq in van nuys other than AYCE kbbq. I think this is…read morethe one. Came here with a friend and ordered bulgogi (a must in any kbbq), beef tongue, and beef finger ribs. Beef tongue is sliced so thin, it melts in your mouth. Got to pair it with rice, steam egg, and kimchi, that's a good meal right there. Afterwards, if you still got some energy, then you can head to karaoke next door to sing. If not, go home and nap.

My wife wanted to try this place since it is close by our house. I personally have two favorite…read moreKBBQ spots I only go to because they have a large variety of meats and I trust the quality. This place was ok, but in comparison to the other places we go, it doesn't compare. The place was empty when we arrived and the people and service was nice. It was very clean and the waiter was able to get our drink orders and food right away. The meat quality was ok but I did not like the salad at all. It was like they got it out of a plastic package from Vons. It was like a salad you would get on an airplane. My favorite meat is bulgolgi and it's always a hit with me. However, with my family, it's either a hit or miss and this time, it was a huge miss. I don't think they were fans of this spot and would prefer our other spot. Overall, I probably wouldn't return and if someone wanted to go here, I'd probably suggest other spots in the city. OOO 3 out of 5 Afros

Came here on a Saturday around noon. There was a decent amount of parking in the small parking lot…read more It was me and my dad, sister, niece, and boyfriend in the party. We were greeted immediately upon entering and sat with a high chair for my niece. Service was so friendly and thorough throughout the whole service, We decided to get the A2 tofu japchae, B1 seafood pancake, B8 spice cold noodle, C2 bulgogi combo with medium spice beef soon tofu, and a C11 chicken cutlet combo with mild spice assorted (beef, clam, shrimp) soon tofu. Everything was so delicious and flavorful. Good portions and they replenished our banchan throughout the meal. I would definitely come here again and would get everything we tried again as well. The soon tofu was definitely the star of the show, with even the mild being very flavorful. I would go extra spicy if it was just me eating. A little more on the pricier side for me but worth it since there aren't comparable options nearby me!! Will definitely be back.

Rich appetizing lunch with spectacular variety, and great staff! Our family came to visit for a…read moremid-day meal on Saturday and were greeted and helped immediately. The menu features a ton of traditional Korean dishes and our eyes lit up! We decided to try their Katsu chicken, cold noodle, pork belly, and kimchi beef soup. Along with our orders, the banchan was plentiful! I enjoyed the fresh options to compliment the rich and steamy plates. Everything was hearty, and flavorful. Some of my favorite bites included the chicken katsu which had beautiful crisped texture, and soft cooked chicken. I also enjoyed the japchae and cold noodle. The noodles of course were also large portions. I liked that they also served grilled mackerel. It was smoky, and slightly salty. We left stuff, and highly satisfied with all the food. I'd highly consider returning for a Korean cuisine fix. The value is very good, service is outstanding, and it's so conveniently close to where we live.

Good food and service, very clean inside. I should've gotten the smaller rice cake. It was like…read moreboba ball chewiness haha I would definitely recommend the place and get ramen noodles with the dish. A nice casual spot for individuals or groups. Lots of fun stuff in the parking lot, I went to the boba spot after eating!

TLDR: skip as the sauce isn't great…read more I am a big fan of tteokbokki so was very excited to try the spot out. Went with the grandma original extra spicy but the sauce was extremely watery and didn't pack a lot of flavour unfortunately.

We stopped in for dinner the other night. There is plenty of parking in the shopping center they…read moreare located in. The restaurant itself is small but charming. I love the homemade kimchi and takuan. I could eat both of these with some rice all day. We started with some noodle soup. Handcut noodles, beef dumplings and vegetables made for a comforting start to the meal. Then we got an order of dim sum. They give you quite a few pieces. They are stuffed with pork and Chinese and are absolutely delicious. We also got a half order of the Korean Fried Chicken. It was piping hot and very crispy. The kimchi steamed buns were next. They were large and very filling. Each bun was packed woth kimchi, pork and vegetables. We ended with sweet red bean steamed buns. These were also large and filling. A great way to finish our meal. A great place for dumplings and not worrying about leaving hungry. Great service too!

Their Sweet And Spicy Fried Chicken is a definite MUST-TRY!! Their house-made sauce is blended with…read moreKorean spices, giving you that glossy, sticky, sweet heat that builds gently without overpowering. Not super spicy, more sweet taste but insanely flavorful and addictive. We got a half order, which consisted of 1 wing, 1 drumstick, 1 thigh, 2 rib, 2 breast, costing $16.99. A whole order of chicken is $28.99. We would definitely order again. Dumplings are handmade fresh daily. You can literally taste the difference in every bite -- juicy fillings, delicate wrappers, and that perfect pleat. We tried: Dim Sum 10 pc $16.99 Korean style dumplings 8 pc $15.99 King Steamed Dumpling With Pork And Vegetables 4pc $15.99 Pan Fried Dumplings 10pc $16.99 My favorites were the Korean style dumplings and Pan Fried Dumplings. King Steamed Dumpling With Pork And Vegetables is huge, fluffy and bouncy. The taste of the filling was okay. The dim sum was a good size and looked pretty. Hard to pick up with chopsticks without the bottom breaking. The bottom was really delicate so using a spoon makes it easier. The Marinaded Beef $15.99 (half order) was perfect with rice. Complimentary small Sides: kimchi, pickled radish and cabbage salad. I really liked the pickled radish. This place is tucked away in a strip near the Northridge Promenade Shopping Center. Parking can be difficult during peak hours. Nyi had wonderful customer service.