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OG place for a reason! Nowhere beats their charboiled pork ribs and gamja tang, the pork is so juicy and tender I am drooling just writing this review. Authentic, comfort food with generous portions. Bring a group of people to enjoy all the meat together. I have heard mixed reviews on their galbi, but our group loved it and found it perfectly juicy and sweet! Prepare for a meat coma afterwards, but so worth it. Parking is hard in the area, but it is $5 cash in the parking structure behind it if you tell them you are going here (otherwise it will be $15).
Really sad that Ham Ji Park is closing down permanently. For years, this place has been our family's go-to place for pork spare ribs - the best in town. In fact, we regularly brought visitors here. They raved about how good the spare ribs were and even insisted that their last meal before LA should be at Ham Ji Park. Here's my belated review of what I consider the best spare ribs in LA. From the moment the Korean-style spare ribs arrived at the table, it was clear this was a dish worth savoring. Each rib bore a beautifully charred exterior--deeply caramelized without a hint of bitterness--offering that irresistible smoky aroma the moment it was placed before us. The glaze was nothing short of spectacular. A perfect balance of sweet and spicy, it clung to the meat with a glossy sheen that promised flavor in every bite. There was just enough heat to make your taste buds sit up and pay attention, but it never overwhelmed the deeper, richer notes of the sweet components. But what truly set these ribs apart was the texture. Beneath the charred surface lay meat so tender it practically fell off the bone with the gentlest tug of a fork. Each bite was juicy and succulent, the result of careful cooking and a respect for quality ingredients. Ham Ji Park, you will be missed. Thank you for the memories. Thank you for the food.
"Not sanitary! Food is okay." is how I would capture the essence of my experience at this establishment. As my first impression of the shop, shortly after being seated, a pitcher of tea was placed on our table, one that had a noticeably crusty spout. I didn't think too much of it, BUT THEN my friend found a piece of hair in his sesame oil and salt drop. AND a second piece of hair in his soup bowl. Aside from the clear health concerns here, the food is not that great. Surprisingly bad for a restaurant with a 4-star Yelp rating. The Charbroiled Pork Spare Ribs don't taste fresh and almost taste as if it was reheated out of the freezer. I didn't hate it, but the quality for the cost was entirely not up to par. In its current state, I definitely wouldn't recommend this establishment to others.
An authentic Korean casual eat that can satisfy your Korean food craving! With beer and soju of course. I had: 1. Pork spare ribs 2. Beef short ribs 3. Cod roe with vegetables soup
One of many bbq places in Koreatown. I dined here with a group of three and shared among us the pork nech stew with potato. We also ordered beef belly and marinated beef to grill. We were served immediately with tea to drink while waiting. Soon our banchan, salad and meat for grilling were served. While grilling, the steaming hot pork stew was served. Meats for grilling were of best quality but I find the stew to have too much bones on it which wasn't necessarily bad at all since bones make the broth more flavorful. We thought that we ordered enough food for three people. We enjoyed our meal but we find the prices a bit higher than other bbq places in Koreatown.
Their signature dish, charbroiled pork spare ribs, is a must-try! So delicious! We also ordered the beef short ribs, which were tender and flavorful. The kimchi stew was very good but spicy so order a different soup or stew if you prefer mild.
HAM JI PARK IS OG this place has been around since I was a kid and I haven't ate here in YEARS but it was just as good as I remembered. I usually only get the pork ribs when I'm here and that's all you really need to get. It's their signature and there's a reason why they've been around for so long. One order of the ribs is enough to feed 2-3 people and it's 35.99 which pretty cheap for that many servings. We got the tofu soup this time and it was pretty good! But the star of the show was the ribs. My friend cut everything for me heeehee love her. Parking is in the back in the structure and it's 5$ for valet. I recommend coming on a weekday!
Came here on a Saturday for dinner. Although it was busy, our group didn't have to wait long for a table. What our group ordered: 1. Charbroiled Pork Spare Ribs: Highly recommend this! If there is anything you should get, it's this! The meat is tender and has a sweet-spicy glaze over it which is super addicting. Plus it's served sizzling over a bed of onions. 2. Charbroiled Beef Short Ribs: Just your typical LA-galbi. Super flavorful and served sizzling over a bed of onions as well, but unlike the charbroiled pork spare ribs, it didn't really stand out. 3. Pork Back Bone Soup with Potato: The soup was super red and has a nice kick to it - felt more like a kimchi stew though. They do offer a lot of meat. Most of it was tender, but some pieces were a bit dry. Unfortunately, our group agreed that we've had better Gamja-tang in the SGV area. Overall, Hamjipark is a great place for casual, but authentic Korean food. Fyi: There is a parking structure underneath. If validated, it's only $5 in cash. Otherwise, it'll be $15 in cash
Family feast at Ham Ji Park LA This place is famous for their charbroiled pork ribs and now my kids know why! We went all in with: Charbroiled Pork Spare Ribs (the star of the night my kids actually liked it more than LA Galbi!) LA Galbi huge portions, juicy & tender Gamjatang (pork backbone soup with potato - perfect comfort food) Stir-fried Tripe & Intestine 양곱창볶음 Super fatty and big pieces, wasn't sure at first But later at home with veggie wraps... wow, it was sooo good! So flavorful!! Portions are BIG -- totally forgot how generous they are here. Honestly, instead of ordering two combos at a tofu/naengmyun place, one order here fed us so well! Ended up taking some to-go and kept the party going at home Even if you don't eat pork, there are plenty of other menu options to enjoy! Great food, hearty portions, and perfect for sharing with family. Definitely coming back!!!!
So we came to this place again not too far back, just to order the same food again with the pork neck stew and the pork spare ribs and of course still hands down one of the best restaurants for this very dish! We just had one small negative experience however when we discovered some bugs in the salad -- (which on the positive side means it's very fresh!) But the server was very unresponsive and cold about it, like he didn't really even apologize or anything. We didn't really expect or demand for anything to be really done or anything, and we weren't necessarily complaining, we just said we noticed it and didn't want more salad at the time because of it. But it's just kinda common courtesy I think for servers to just simply say sorry just for some empathy and to simply acknowledge it. But if anything he kinda gave more of a cold and annoyed look, so it was kinda off putting. But it was just a one time thing I hope. Food here is too legendary to get worked about something like that! Still a highly recommended place!
Ham Ji Park's comfortable setting is perfect for enjoying some of the best gamjatang (pork bone soup) and pork spare ribs. Pork Back Bone Soup with Potato: The soup arrives in a gargantuan, boiling, hot cauldron. The red bubbling stew holds about a dozen back and neck bones with really tender and juicy meat. You can use the spoon to gently nudge the meat off the bone. At which point, you will be rewarded with rich complex flavors. The broth is nuanced and subtle with red chili peppers balanced with other spices and herbs. Break off chunks from the whole potato at the center and mix it with bites of the meat, soup, and rice. They also bring a big bowl for the boneyard, a small bowl to ladle soup, and a metal rice bowl. The banchan is tasty. And the turnip chunks, radish strips with a tiny oyster, and tangy seaweed provide a fermented funky contrast to the scalding heat and richness of the stew. Did I mention how huge the portions are? After a heroic effort, I hardly put a dent in the bowl. Dining Area: The interior has seen better days and there are many tables casually spaced apart. Parking: There's valet parking in the multi-level garage. If you want to find street parking, you'll have to circle a bit and then walk, which might be nice after a large meal.
Yay I'm so happy I won an online giveaway contest hosted by socal.koreans on instagram to get free pork ribs! I gotta go to one of my favorite restaurants I've been going to since I was 16 years old that my mom introduced to me and quickly became one of my favorite places! When I was 21, the former love of my life and I broke up and I spent 10 years hopeless, wondering if I would ever get back with her (spoiler, it never happened). And in those early days, I would spend my days after work only going to two places all by myself: a Korean bbq place that no longer exists and hamji park. I would always order the pork spare ribs or the gamjatang, or both, as those were the best two things on the menu. Back then, I also used to buy the meat that comes out in a circle and eat that too. I forget what that one is called though. I'm not sure why I stopped eating that one because thinking back, it was actually really good. I actually won the contest a few weeks back, but I didn't wanna go by myself so I asked my friend to join me. He didn't have a free day until two days ago, when we went to the restaurant. I knew what to expect because I've been here hundreds upon hundreds of times, but he didn't. He thought it was just going to be some average Korean food, but if you've ever been here, you know just how hard it is to even consider moving out of la because then getting this type of food would be next to impossible. Last year, I gotta job offer to work in Georgia. It paid A LOT of money. I couldn't do it though. To leave ktown food behind? Man... that would've just been way too hard for me... Anyway, these pork ribs come out on a plate that's sizzling hot. When you bite into each rib, you get a slightly sweet and tangy marinade that just complements the ribs so well. On the bottom of the dish, you get onions that are just so flavorful. When I was a young adult, I didn't really appreciate the onions that much, but as an adult, the appreciation of those flavors are definitely there. The pork neck soup comes with a peppery broth. My friend felt it was really spicy, but for me, I normally can't handle too much spice and felt it was fine. I think he's used to spicy foods from peppers, but this is more peppery and that's more up my alley. The pork neck is cooked for a very long time, potentially in an endless pot. It's a family recipe that was passed down by the grandma who used to run this place, who unfortunately passed away in the recent years... R.I.P. I typically don't like salad anywhere, but I would say that here and Baekjeong both have the best salads. You get gochugaru and some other stuff in it and it's really hard to not ask for seconds. But they'll happily bring you out more salad or any panchan you want, as long as you ask for it. Some people may take a glance at the menu and think that the food is expensive here, but this is a traditional Korean place that is a legacy restaurant in Ktown. The portion sizes are meant to be shared. And if you come into the venue with that mentality, you'll realize the prices are way more than fair. The service here is always great. I love that they have the barley tea like other traditional places, and the ambiance is nice. Sometimes though, a customer will order one of their more pungent soups, which could leave the place smelling a bit awkward if you aren't from an Asian background, but they do have a small outdoor seating area for that to mitigate it if you are sensitive to smells but still want to explore great Korean food. Anyway, I should be coming here more. Oh yeah btw, my friend I brought here says this is now his favorite Korean restaurant, so I guess that says something in and of itself.
AMAZING pork spare ribs! Great flavor, savory, fatty, juicy, all the good words! We liked it enough that we ordered another order! They give very large amounts too. And then I liked it so much THAT I LEARNED TO MAKE IT AT HOME! The service was decent, nothing to complain about. Ambiance? Relaxed, not noisy, good place for dinner with family :)
2 months ago
tl;dr the delectable pork ribs overshadow the otherwise authentic but standard lineup at this now-shuttered Korean stalwart Los Angeles Koreatown is home to restaurants that specialize in every facet of Korean cuisine. If you're searching for some of the city's best pork, then those in the know will bring up Ham Ji Park. For 2 decades, generous platters of pork ribs and pork neck stew decked every table. Now, our Korean friends lament the loss of their favorite pork joint in the city. The Koreatown proper location is located in the Royal Plaza mini-mall, just a few blocks off bustling Wilshire. Discounted parking is available in a lot across the street from the Chevron gas station. From the street, the entrance is flanked by potted plants and an enclosed street-ery. Inside, stainless steel chairs are pressed up against wooden tables, each outfitted with a metal grill. Oppressive fluorescent lighting shines down on the stone grey walls, which are left undecorated apart from a few flatscreens. Multi-lingual chatter blends with the sizzle of platters. I visited with some friends for a weeknight dinner, and about half of the tables were occupied. We shared a spread of grilled platters and sizzling soups. The meal began with a carafe of barley tea and a mostly standard spread of banchan. Across our food, the best dish was the signature Charbroiled Pork Spare Rib. The ribs were flavorful without feeling gamey, and the meat was complemented by sweet caramelized onions. The pork ribs handily outdid the good-not-great Charbroiled Beef Short Rib. Lastly, the Milt and Cod Rose with Vegetables stew was fishy and briny, appropriately flavored for the Korean palate. The service was appropriately attentive, although I would've appreciated more intentional refills of our banchan ramikens. The rib plates cost upward of $35 each, while the soup was just under $30. The portions were hearty; a single entree platter could reasonably feed 2 moderately hungry bellies. It's a shame to hear that Ham Ji Park has closed; I'm kicking myself for not trying their pork neck stew earlier. read more
I loved Ham Ji Park! This location has now closed and their other location is only open until the end of the year, then it will also be closing. LA has lost a Korean food institution for sure! I've dined here a few times and love it. If you can make it before the end of the year to the other location, the spicy pork ribs are where it's at. Jonathan Gold touted their gamjatang as the best around, calling it his go to hangover cure. Pro-tip, gamjatang is full of collagen keeping our skin looking fresh! lolz Los Angeles losing Ham Ji Park is a big loss for the city and I'm sad to see them close! read more
10 months ago
OG place for a reason! Nowhere beats their charboiled pork ribs and gamja tang, the pork is so juicy and tender I am drooling just writing this review. Authentic, comfort food with generous portions. Bring a group of people to enjoy all the meat together. I have heard mixed reviews on their galbi, but our group loved it and found it perfectly juicy and sweet! Prepare for a meat coma afterwards, but so worth it. Parking is hard in the area, but it is $5 cash in the parking structure behind it if you tell them you are going here (otherwise it will be $15). read more
Really sad that Ham Ji Park is closing down permanently. For years, this place has been our family's go-to place for pork spare ribs - the best in town. In fact, we regularly brought visitors here. They raved about how good the spare ribs were and even insisted that their last meal before LA should be at Ham Ji Park. Here's my belated review of what I consider the best spare ribs in LA. From the moment the Korean-style spare ribs arrived at the table, it was clear this was a dish worth savoring. Each rib bore a beautifully charred exterior--deeply caramelized without a hint of bitterness--offering that irresistible smoky aroma the moment it was placed before us. The glaze was nothing short of spectacular. A perfect balance of sweet and spicy, it clung to the meat with a glossy sheen that promised flavor in every bite. There was just enough heat to make your taste buds sit up and pay attention, but it never overwhelmed the deeper, richer notes of the sweet components. But what truly set these ribs apart was the texture. Beneath the charred surface lay meat so tender it practically fell off the bone with the gentlest tug of a fork. Each bite was juicy and succulent, the result of careful cooking and a respect for quality ingredients. Ham Ji Park, you will be missed. Thank you for the memories. Thank you for the food. read more
"Not sanitary! Food is okay." is how I would capture the essence of my experience at this establishment. As my first impression of the shop, shortly after being seated, a pitcher of tea was placed on our table, one that had a noticeably crusty spout. I didn't think too much of it, BUT THEN my friend found a piece of hair in his sesame oil and salt drop. AND a second piece of hair in his soup bowl. Aside from the clear health concerns here, the food is not that great. Surprisingly bad for a restaurant with a 4-star Yelp rating. The Charbroiled Pork Spare Ribs don't taste fresh and almost taste as if it was reheated out of the freezer. I didn't hate it, but the quality for the cost was entirely not up to par. In its current state, I definitely wouldn't recommend this establishment to others. read more
One of many bbq places in Koreatown. I dined here with a group of three and shared among us the pork nech stew with potato. We also ordered beef belly and marinated beef to grill. We were served immediately with tea to drink while waiting. Soon our banchan, salad and meat for grilling were served. While grilling, the steaming hot pork stew was served. Meats for grilling were of best quality but I find the stew to have too much bones on it which wasn't necessarily bad at all since bones make the broth more flavorful. We thought that we ordered enough food for three people. We enjoyed our meal but we find the prices a bit higher than other bbq places in Koreatown. read more
Their signature dish, charbroiled pork spare ribs, is a must-try! So delicious! We also ordered the beef short ribs, which were tender and flavorful. The kimchi stew was very good but spicy so order a different soup or stew if you prefer mild. read more
HAM JI PARK IS OG this place has been around since I was a kid and I haven't ate here in YEARS but it was just as good as I remembered. I usually only get the pork ribs when I'm here and that's all you really need to get. It's their signature and there's a reason why they've been around for so long. One order of the ribs is enough to feed 2-3 people and it's 35.99 which pretty cheap for that many servings. We got the tofu soup this time and it was pretty good! But the star of the show was the ribs. My friend cut everything for me heeehee love her. Parking is in the back in the structure and it's 5$ for valet. I recommend coming on a weekday! read more
Came here on a Saturday for dinner. Although it was busy, our group didn't have to wait long for a table. What our group ordered: 1. Charbroiled Pork Spare Ribs: Highly recommend this! If there is anything you should get, it's this! The meat is tender and has a sweet-spicy glaze over it which is super addicting. Plus it's served sizzling over a bed of onions. 2. Charbroiled Beef Short Ribs: Just your typical LA-galbi. Super flavorful and served sizzling over a bed of onions as well, but unlike the charbroiled pork spare ribs, it didn't really stand out. 3. Pork Back Bone Soup with Potato: The soup was super red and has a nice kick to it - felt more like a kimchi stew though. They do offer a lot of meat. Most of it was tender, but some pieces were a bit dry. Unfortunately, our group agreed that we've had better Gamja-tang in the SGV area. Overall, Hamjipark is a great place for casual, but authentic Korean food. Fyi: There is a parking structure underneath. If validated, it's only $5 in cash. Otherwise, it'll be $15 in cash read more
Family feast at Ham Ji Park LA This place is famous for their charbroiled pork ribs and now my kids know why! We went all in with: Charbroiled Pork Spare Ribs (the star of the night my kids actually liked it more than LA Galbi!) LA Galbi huge portions, juicy & tender Gamjatang (pork backbone soup with potato - perfect comfort food) Stir-fried Tripe & Intestine 양곱창볶음 Super fatty and big pieces, wasn't sure at first But later at home with veggie wraps... wow, it was sooo good! So flavorful!! Portions are BIG -- totally forgot how generous they are here. Honestly, instead of ordering two combos at a tofu/naengmyun place, one order here fed us so well! Ended up taking some to-go and kept the party going at home Even if you don't eat pork, there are plenty of other menu options to enjoy! Great food, hearty portions, and perfect for sharing with family. Definitely coming back!!!! read more
So we came to this place again not too far back, just to order the same food again with the pork neck stew and the pork spare ribs and of course still hands down one of the best restaurants for this very dish! We just had one small negative experience however when we discovered some bugs in the salad -- (which on the positive side means it's very fresh!) But the server was very unresponsive and cold about it, like he didn't really even apologize or anything. We didn't really expect or demand for anything to be really done or anything, and we weren't necessarily complaining, we just said we noticed it and didn't want more salad at the time because of it. But it's just kinda common courtesy I think for servers to just simply say sorry just for some empathy and to simply acknowledge it. But if anything he kinda gave more of a cold and annoyed look, so it was kinda off putting. But it was just a one time thing I hope. Food here is too legendary to get worked about something like that! Still a highly recommended place! read more
Ham Ji Park's comfortable setting is perfect for enjoying some of the best gamjatang (pork bone soup) and pork spare ribs. Pork Back Bone Soup with Potato: The soup arrives in a gargantuan, boiling, hot cauldron. The red bubbling stew holds about a dozen back and neck bones with really tender and juicy meat. You can use the spoon to gently nudge the meat off the bone. At which point, you will be rewarded with rich complex flavors. The broth is nuanced and subtle with red chili peppers balanced with other spices and herbs. Break off chunks from the whole potato at the center and mix it with bites of the meat, soup, and rice. They also bring a big bowl for the boneyard, a small bowl to ladle soup, and a metal rice bowl. The banchan is tasty. And the turnip chunks, radish strips with a tiny oyster, and tangy seaweed provide a fermented funky contrast to the scalding heat and richness of the stew. Did I mention how huge the portions are? After a heroic effort, I hardly put a dent in the bowl. Dining Area: The interior has seen better days and there are many tables casually spaced apart. Parking: There's valet parking in the multi-level garage. If you want to find street parking, you'll have to circle a bit and then walk, which might be nice after a large meal. read more
1 year ago
Yay I'm so happy I won an online giveaway contest hosted by socal.koreans on instagram to get free pork ribs! I gotta go to one of my favorite restaurants I've been going to since I was 16 years old that my mom introduced to me and quickly became one of my favorite places! When I was 21, the former love of my life and I broke up and I spent 10 years hopeless, wondering if I would ever get back with her (spoiler, it never happened). And in those early days, I would spend my days after work only going to two places all by myself: a Korean bbq place that no longer exists and hamji park. I would always order the pork spare ribs or the gamjatang, or both, as those were the best two things on the menu. Back then, I also used to buy the meat that comes out in a circle and eat that too. I forget what that one is called though. I'm not sure why I stopped eating that one because thinking back, it was actually really good. I actually won the contest a few weeks back, but I didn't wanna go by myself so I asked my friend to join me. He didn't have a free day until two days ago, when we went to the restaurant. I knew what to expect because I've been here hundreds upon hundreds of times, but he didn't. He thought it was just going to be some average Korean food, but if you've ever been here, you know just how hard it is to even consider moving out of la because then getting this type of food would be next to impossible. Last year, I gotta job offer to work in Georgia. It paid A LOT of money. I couldn't do it though. To leave ktown food behind? Man... that would've just been way too hard for me... Anyway, these pork ribs come out on a plate that's sizzling hot. When you bite into each rib, you get a slightly sweet and tangy marinade that just complements the ribs so well. On the bottom of the dish, you get onions that are just so flavorful. When I was a young adult, I didn't really appreciate the onions that much, but as an adult, the appreciation of those flavors are definitely there. The pork neck soup comes with a peppery broth. My friend felt it was really spicy, but for me, I normally can't handle too much spice and felt it was fine. I think he's used to spicy foods from peppers, but this is more peppery and that's more up my alley. The pork neck is cooked for a very long time, potentially in an endless pot. It's a family recipe that was passed down by the grandma who used to run this place, who unfortunately passed away in the recent years... R.I.P. I typically don't like salad anywhere, but I would say that here and Baekjeong both have the best salads. You get gochugaru and some other stuff in it and it's really hard to not ask for seconds. But they'll happily bring you out more salad or any panchan you want, as long as you ask for it. Some people may take a glance at the menu and think that the food is expensive here, but this is a traditional Korean place that is a legacy restaurant in Ktown. The portion sizes are meant to be shared. And if you come into the venue with that mentality, you'll realize the prices are way more than fair. The service here is always great. I love that they have the barley tea like other traditional places, and the ambiance is nice. Sometimes though, a customer will order one of their more pungent soups, which could leave the place smelling a bit awkward if you aren't from an Asian background, but they do have a small outdoor seating area for that to mitigate it if you are sensitive to smells but still want to explore great Korean food. Anyway, I should be coming here more. Oh yeah btw, my friend I brought here says this is now his favorite Korean restaurant, so I guess that says something in and of itself. read more
10 months ago
AMAZING pork spare ribs! Great flavor, savory, fatty, juicy, all the good words! We liked it enough that we ordered another order! They give very large amounts too. And then I liked it so much THAT I LEARNED TO MAKE IT AT HOME! The service was decent, nothing to complain about. Ambiance? Relaxed, not noisy, good place for dinner with family :) read more
Randomly stumbled on this restaurant back in 2008. We didn't know where to eat, saw a long line, and figured that had to be a good sign. I still remember meeting the owner, who was so friendly and welcoming. He recommended the gamjatang and pork spare ribs, which the place is known for, and it left such a lasting impression. I finally came back recently and ordered the same dishes. They were just as amazing as I remembered. The gamjatang was bubbling hot, loaded with tender pork neck bones and potatoes. The stew was rich, spicy, comforting, and pairs perfectly with some steamed rice. The pork spare ribs were flavorful and marinated in a sweet BBQ sauce (not too sweet) with the perfect char on the outside. They also serve a bowl of fresh salad and plenty of banchan. read more
Originally, we wanted to eat at Dan Sung Sa, but the wait was over an hour. We started walking to find another restaurant and came across this one. Luckily, there was no wait. (We arrived around 7:30PM on a Saturday, too!) We ordered their most popular dishes: the pork neck stew and the pork spare ribs. We also ordered a bottle of soju. Service was quick and relatively attentive. The restaurant has a fun and casual vibe, mostly young adults who are also drinking. The food was AMAZING! The portions are HUGE, so we had leftovers for days after. I also enjoyed the barley tea and the banchan. The salad was sooo good and I liked the fish cakes, the pickled cabbage, etc. I preferred the stew over the pork spare ribs. The stew was sooo delicious and addictive. The pork spare ribs tasted very similar to Vietnamese pork spare ribs that you would find in a com tam dish, so IMO it was overpriced for what it was. I live in Santa Ana and can get those ribs for much cheaper lol. Our total bill (including tip) was $94, so it's on the more expensive side. I would love to come back to try the other dishes! read more
11 months ago
FOOD good !! there's soo much meat on the galbi they serve + pork too which i usually don't get Soup was also yummy SERVICE THIS is where the one star comes in.. all is going well : we get seated and get our order taken, but wait.. it's been like 20 MINS NOW ALSO we asked for water + hot tea I ASKED ABOUT 3 TIMES BEFORE IT ACTUALLY GOT BROUGHT OUT TO US except it got brought out at the same time with the food ?? and the sides too ??? usually i wouldn't care but TELL ME WHY i see other ppl who got seated at the same time as us get water and their sides brought out BEFORE their food AMBIANCE it's fine - lots of tables : a few outside too Sometimes there was a weird smell but maybe that's just me lol read more
2 years ago
Came here on a Saturday night an hour before closing and they almost didn't seat us which was a little odd. Not very busy at this time of day compared to some of its other Ktown counterparts. Both the pork and Galbi were delicious although on the pricier side in ktown in general. I would skip the kimchi stew though. read more
I cannot stop thinking about my dinner at Ham Ji Park. The food was INCREDIBLE. I believe this is a pork specialty restaurant, so you have to order the pork dishes. We got their two best selling offerings: the pork neck stew and the pork spare ribs. The portion sizes are massive so this is an excellent place to go with a large (and hungry) party. The stew was divine. The pork neck meat literally falls off the bone. Eating this was a spiritual experience. There is a giant stewed potato in the broth that you can break up and eat along with the pieces of melt in your mouth pork. The spare ribs came out sizzling and had a beautiful charred taste from the grill. My favorite ribs are pork ribs and these did not disappoint. We ate the meal in relative silence because it was that good. We also noted that we were the only non-Koreans eating at the restaurant which is a good sign. Service was quick - there was plenty of banchan available before the meal and both dishes came out fast. I highly recommend dining at Ham Ji Park! Parking is a pain in this area but there are a few lots and street parking available. read more
Love the food I've been eating here for many years, my dad always brought takeout from here after work and it always hit the spot. When you order the pork ribs it comes with salad, banchan, and rice everything you need including utensils. Perfect when you want to have a filling meal. I ate in person for the first time recently and the quality and taste is the same. You are required to have your full party before they seat you. They do a good job of refilling sides when needed as well. Love that they give barley tea with the meal! You just order what mains you want and how many rice you need and it's honestly such a good deal. We had a group of 5 and ordered 3 entrees and a couple rice and we left very satisfied! read more
2 years ago
My family has been obsessed with this spot, especially my parents. This is the spot they bring anyone in LA when they're visiting, inexplicably to me (I only just tried this for the first time with them this week). There's $10 parking in the lot behind the restaurant (cash only). Their daenjang jjigae was delicious, the SALAD was amazing, and the pork ribs were sooooo good. This was honestly bomb and it was completely empty on a Sunday afternoon for a post-church lunch. Hard core food coma after! read more
1 year ago
Amazing! Use to come here 10 years ago and its still soo good! Clean and attentive service. Food was excellent!! read more
1 year ago
Whewww what a place! We went here on a whim because the original place we wanted to eat at had such a long line (in k-town.. shocker? I think not). We ordered the pork ribs and the kimchi pot rice and we were absolutely not disappointed. The ribs were so so delicious. I do like my ribs a little on the sweet side (not too sweet but this was good for me) so this was wonderful. The banchan was unlimited as well which were all delicious. The kimchi rice was so yummy and they mixed it up for us. the ribs are pretty pricey but honestly, I'd pay it again. The service was fabulous and they gave us a random freezer bag as a gift? It was awesome! Will totally come back! read more
Best pork ribs!! It has a really nice chargrilled and subtly sweet flavor. The galbi was also grilled nicely. Portions are very generous and the sliced onions under the galbi is also grilled to and not just placed there raw like other places. The pork neck soup was also good, a little more spicy than I expect, but very generous portion of pork neck and the meat is fall off the bone tender. The banchans are also very good. Service was nice and quick. There is valet parking behind the restaurant. read more
1 year ago
Hamjipark - Koreatown's Pork Paradise If you're craving fall-off-the-bone pork ribs that hit the sweet-spicy spot, Hamjipark delivers in full force. The ribs arrive sizzling on a bed of onions, begging to be devoured with your fingers or snipped with the provided scissors--either way, it's messy magic. Pair them with the pork neck stew for a one-two punch of comfort and flavor. The portions are generous bring friends or prep for leftovers), and the vibe is lively without being chaotic. Bonus points for the sizzling kimchi rice bowl that adds a cozy kick to the meal. 3407 W 6th St, Los Angeles, CA Must-Try: Spicy Pork Ribs, Kimchi Rice Stone Bowl Tip: Street parking's a gamble--garage is your best bet read more
Ham Ji Park is a Korean restaurant that is known for their Pork Spare Ribs (Dwaeji Galbi) and Pork Neck Bone Stew (Gamjatang); Other traditional Korean menu items are available as well. The following was what I ordered: Their signature Dwaeji Galbi (Pork Spare Ribs): These were unbelievably delicious, and some of the tastiest pork ribs I've ever had! The charred savory meat was tender, yet still with a slight of bite to it; the flavors were garlicky, sweet, but not too sweet with a touch of heat from the gochujang marinade. Loved the nice caramelization/glaze on the ribs - it's comes out served on a sizzling plate on a bed of grilled onions. A must try! Ham Ji Park's known for Gamjatang (Pork Neck Stew with Potatoes), so we had to order it. The pork itself I thought was very meaty and super tender. The broth tasted of a hint seafood base of some sort, boiled down aromatics of garlic/onions, and thick of pepper paste, but NOT that spicy. A hearty stew! I would have loved more green onions and traditional perilla leaves to cut out the richness. Overall, I'd order it again. Must have with rice and/or Soju! Fermented Soy Bean Soup With Tofu, Veggies & Pork: Has a deep flavor from similar to miso but more pungent or smoky (in a good way). There are dried tiny anchovies in this dish. My kids enjoy it. Beef Kalbi: I would NOT order this again. Wasn't the best, however, in all fairness the waiter did tell me that they aren't known for "beef". We got it anyways and regretted it. Under seasoned and tough beef meat are what come to mind. Ban Chan (Side Dishes): I wish the sides were better. It would have been a nice option as palate cleanser to the heavy meat dishes we ordered. Instead, Ban Chan sides were either too salty or sour and their house salad was over drenched in dressing. Perhaps a fluke on this visit. Service was awesome and helpful! Instructions were given on how to reheat our leftovers and takeout -thanks guys. Also, the guys mentioned that Weekdays aren't as busy during early/late afternoon. Peak times are weekends and dinner service. Parking: Can be found along 6th street metered (good luck); or Parking structure (valet only) on Catalina and 6th ($5). I recommend the valet! read more
This is one of my favorite places and actually the first place I ate when I moved to LA! They are known for their marinated pork ribs that are grilled and they also have the pork ribs stew! Both are very great. I usually get both because they have different textures! The service here is amazing. I always feel like I am treated like royalty here! The ambience is set up as a Korean barbecue grill. They do have option to grill in front of you or just to have it cooked in the back! We also ordered the La galbi which never misses read more
Remember that scene in Ratatouille where Ego takes a bite and it brings him back to a childhood memory? That's what happens to me every time I have the squid dish - my favorite, anywhere (except for my mom's house). The pork ribs ARE great too, as is everything. I appreciate that they haven't fallen into a newer trend of sweetening their dishes, which I can't abide. Ban chan is always on point. No qualms with the service. This spot is a must any time I'm in town. read more
so gooodd, came here today with a friend and we ordered galbi and the gamjatop! my friend and I devoureddd. we didn't finish tho because it was a lot of food. portions were HUGE! we were about to order two orders of the gamjatop and a galbi but luckily we ordered only 1 order of the gamjatop. to be honest, I feel like the gamjatop by itself would have been more than enough as well. the gamjatop came with potatoes and lots of meat. the meat was absolutely so tender it literally fell of the bone also the soup was sooo delicious. the soup had a lil kick, it was a lil spicy but soo good. I loved the banchan especially the pickled onion and white kimchi, it was the perfect side dish to balance out the spiciness from the soup. the galbi was a bit chewy but still very tasty. I would be coming back here for the gamjatop:) read more
My friend highly recommended this place, and it definitely held up the expectation! Their pork spare ribs is a MUST. It's so good that I actually prefer this over Kalbi. It comes out sizzling hot and on the sweeter side. I'm also surprise how well their banchan are too. They're fresh and the colors are so vibrant. The kimchi-jijae was also well flavored. We grilled the pork jowl and it was good too. You are paying for the quality for the food, and I think it's worth it. I recommend eating the pork jowl before the pork spare ribs. This place is medium size. Inside feels welcoming. There's street parking or valet for $10. read more
1 year ago
Portion is definitely great they are known for pork Kalbi which was good. They don't offer pork belly cooked inside kitchen only allow to grill yourself. Gamjatang was definitely shareable size too. At the end when I was trying to pay waiter ask cash for card told us that they have processing fee of 4%. Usually services they do this but not at the restaurant it's pretty disappointing. Knowing the fact that credit companies working with restaurants doesn't charge that much since restaurant have lots of credit card transactions it does not exceed 10cents to 30cents not 4% of their total bill. Usually Amex charges higher fee but not 4% of the total bill either. Plus they only accept master and Visa. And you do get tipped amount on top of that. I did give them 18% even we dinned in at lunch time since service itself was okay. We were the only table at that time though. I know it's a Bad economy and I know restaurants are suffering but man this is not cool to see at the restaurant turning into charging dishonest fees like this. I see bad review below regarding same issue. You guys should listed before charging this. In Los Angeles and throughout California, restaurants can legally impose a credit card surcharge only if they inform customers about the fee upfront. Which they didn't. Nothing was listed on the menu or inside restaurants. Failing to disclose such surcharges violates state law and can result in penalties, including fines and potential legal actions by customers who know. I'll not be back! read more
Where do we even start. When we finish eating here we dream about the next time we come back. We drive all the way from Nor Cal to come eat here. Always our first meal upon arrival! This place can't be beat. It's been our top ktown restaurant in the last 2-3 years! Gamjatang: it's the best in the world and we've been to NYC SKorea, and all up and down Cali. The broth is so deep and flavorful and unlike any other place. It's a huge hug in a bowl and you don't want to stop drinking the soup." Spicy pork ribs: the sweet and spicy is so addicting. And the all important char. Perfection! Both of these dishes are so good and complements each other so well it's hard to choose which is better. Therefore, order both and you won't regret it. Lastly galbi is good here too. But really the other two dishes stand out as you cannot find those dishes to that quality anywhere else. Service is always super solid. Friendly and efficient! The place can get packed and popping real quikc. To avoid long waits or crowds come around 5-6pm to hopefully get seated right away. read more
2 years ago
This restaurant has both cooked main dishes and Korean BBQ. The grilling service was great. The waiter made the grill so perfect that it didn't burn and still juicy. I had the rib and the pork bone soup too which was really delicious and tender. The price is reasonable in Koreatown. Parking is valet at the garage ($5-10 depends on the time you go I guess) and the entrance is on Catalina St, not on 6th St. read more
First time checking this place out from a recommendation. Very clean and fun place. It can get loud depending on the crowd you have that day. The crowd on the day I went was very chill. We came here for a business meeting. It's a good place for a gathering. Very casual. We were a small group of 3 people. We ordered only 2 items and it was filling. Pork ribs was very juicy and seasoned very well. The portion was good for sharing Pork bone and potato stew was delicious. Large portion for sharing Pair them all with panchan and it made the meal very filling for 3 people I definitely recommend this place. I want to try other things on the menu next time read more
1 year ago
5/5 - Comfort food at its finest. Cozy, homely, and flavor-packed! Walking into Hamji Park feels like stepping into someone's home--if that someone happened to be an amazing Korean cook who knows how to comfort your soul through food. The vibe here is so cozy and unpretentious; warm lighting, chatter in the air, and the kind of aroma that immediately makes your stomach growl in anticipation. It's the kind of place where the food does all the talking--and trust me, it speaks volumes. We started with the Pork Spare Ribs with BBQ Sauce, and I still can't stop thinking about them. Perfectly grilled, tender meat falling off the bone, and that sweet-savory BBQ glaze? Chef's kiss. It was rich, flavorful, and perfectly balanced--not too sweet, not too smoky, just right. Next was the Pork Neck Bone Soup with Potatoes. This dish felt like a warm hug in a bowl. The pork was fall-apart tender, the potatoes had soaked up all that deep, umami broth, and the flavors were layered and comforting. You could taste hours of simmering in every spoonful. But the absolute standout for me? The Beef Short Ribs. Oh. My. God. So juicy, so rich, and seasoned to perfection. Every bite had that melt-in-your-mouth magic you only get when something's cooked with love and serious skill. I'd come back just for that alone. And can we talk about the portions? They don't mess around. You're getting serious value here--generous servings that leave you full and happy without breaking the bank. This place doesn't try to be trendy or overhyped--it just serves incredibly good food in a space that feels like home. Whether you're here for a casual dinner, a comforting solo meal, or to impress someone with "where the locals go," Hamji Park hits every mark. Will I be back? Absolutely. Probably with an even bigger appetite. read more
1 year ago
We went around 5pm on a Friday night and it was really empty so no wait. We ordered their most popular dishes of pork spare ribs and gamjatang soup. The pork spare ribs were marinated so well ~ the flavors were addicting. The meat in the soup was fall off the bone tender and the soup was super flavorful yet not too spicy. As for the ambiance, the restaurant seems a bit dirtier with sticky tables and chairs so next time we might just order to go like the many other people we saw getting to go orders. Overall, it was a delicious meal! read more
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3407 W 6th St
Ste 101C
Los Angeles, CA 90020
Wilshire Center, Koreatown
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What's the parking situations there? If there is street parking or close garage parking?
Street parking. And there are garages near by. But parking is a biatch. Garage is the easiest. Runs about 5-10 bucks. I usually do street but requires driving around for 10-15 minutes.
Do they have chicken in their menu? ?
I don't think so. They've got fish & veggies but not chicken.
Are there ANY vegetarian options?
I really don't think so. Most of the food is pork. Even the banchans have some sort of meat or fish in it.
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