Great Customer Service! Really enjoy eating here when I'm with my girlfriend enjoy the atmosphere all the time!

Awesome place, awesome people, awesome atmosphere. Knew this place was the SH*T when I drove up and there were people scattered outside waiting. Joon was awesome as well, very quick, easy, and knowledgeable on the foods and drinks. 10/10 would come again and would recommend EVERYONE try this place out. read more

Delicious, good service! Very attentive, nice and clean. Fast service. Always asking if there's anything we need. read more

Jin Cook - Best seller! - Korean Near Me - Buena Park, California

Looking for a unique last meal in CA after a full theme park day with no good options. It was close by so I went and was greeted by the whole staff and seated quickly.. The restaurant had intimate lighting and a welcoming environment. Order was taken right away and food didn't take long at all! Ordered the pork hot stone and dumplings.. Amazing! Definitely recommend! read more

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Katsu, stew, seafood pancake, hot stone - this place serves all the authentic Korean comfort food. The food portion is favorable for sharing with a group as well. The cheese curry Katsu is so crispy and creamy, which balances so well with the curry rice. For the braised beef hot stone, they burn a piece of charcoal table side to give it the extra flavor and melted cheese. The kimbap jeon is average compared to the other main dishes. Would return to try other dishes and the stew! The service is very efficient with their busy dinner times but still friendly in giving recommendations and checking in on the tables. It's a popular group gathering spot and conversations get can get loud during late dinner times. read more

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Hands down my favorite Korean restaurant. This place gives an authentic Korean family style restaurant. I'm from the chicago land area and I can't think of one Korean restaurant that tops this place. Play is small but homey, service is phenomenal. Lots of people love this place so expect a line Everytime you come. I'm usually a early bird to these types of restaurants but expect the wait time. I love it so much I'm going back again!! Haha before I come back home read more

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OMG the service here was so amazing! Everyone was super friendly and we were just...blown away. Even before you enter, there's a really nice sign outside apologizing for a wait, with refreshments and notice that you could wait in your car, etc (we didn't wait so this didn't apply to us, but dayum I've never seen that before!). And throughout our meal, various servers were helping out and were just extremely kind to our family (THANK YOU!). Alright, onto the food. I LOVED my hot stone bibimbap, which stayed hot until I finished eating it, hah! Will definitely be back! read more

Jin Cook - hot stone bibimbap - Korean Near Me - Buena Park, California

First time visitor Located shopping plaza One main dining area inside Appears to have no outdoor dining Online ordering available Felt like a communal spot with all the wood and simple ascetics with booths and tables. Clean and functional. There is a refreshment stand outside the entrance in case it gets really busy Sign up sheet / walk in and assisted immediately Korean dishes, katsu, few vegetarian items Very hearty portions / easily shareable Anna our server was super sweet and humorous Checked up on us multiple times Everything appeared fresh and made to order! Tried the marinated dumpling that was appear to look spicy but really marinated in sweet soy and the filled with pork, slight crunch and chew The Jin cook kal guk so was hearty and deceiving Filled with noodles and 2 dumplings and some pieces of meat and the aromatic of the fried onion and green onion balanced the richness Bulgogi pancake made to order, hear the crunch and sizzle on the hot stone Bachan was spicy radish, onion, cucumber, and kimchi Very much a a family spot, solo dining, catch up with pals, and group dining Combination of loud quiet and comforting setting Definitely would return back to try other things read more

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Found my new late-night food spot in Buena Park, Jin Cook is the kind of place you come to hungry because everything comes in HUGE portions The food was so flavorful, comforting, and seriously satisfying, with generous portions that make it perfect for sharing with friends or saving some for later. Every dish felt like the kind of meal you want after a long day And if you're a student or someone who gets late-night cravings, this is definitely one to remember~ they're open until midnight on Fridays & Saturdays, making it such a convenient spot to grab a meal after studying, hanging out, or a late-night food run Even better, Jin Cook was recently named the #1 Ranked Restaurant at the 2026 Taste of Buena Park Food Awards and honestly, I can see why! Good food, huge portions, and late-night hours... what more could you ask for? read more

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Wow loved this place and I can see why it's Buena Park's #1 ranked restaurant. The food was delicious, served in big portions, and came out sizzling hot. I already knew the food would be good, but dining here really made me feel like I was at home. Service was friendly, helpful, and attentive. Shin went over the background of the restaurant and over everything about the menu with us. He helped us choose fan favorites and new dishes to try. If you haven't been here, you must! And come early cause there will be a wait. read more

Jin Cook - Korean Near Me - Buena Park, California

My son arranged lunch here with his future in-laws, and it turned out to be a great choice. The K-pop was pumpin', the place was packed, and we arrived right when they opened at 11:30, but were seated quickly. Michelle, our server, was friendly, fast, and efficient despite how busy the restaurant was. The food was excellent. We shared dumplings, spicy pork hot pot, a beef hot stone - no cheese, a fish pancake, and washed it all down with soju and Korean beer. Everything was flavorful, came out quickly, and was perfect for sharing. It's easy to see why this place is so popular. I'd definitely come back. 5 stars! read more

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Stopped by here for late lunch and waited about 15 minutes for a table. Not a huge restaurant but plenty of space for small and large parties. The vibe feels like a pocha spot with dim lights and good Korean comfort food. Servers here an incredibly friendly and kept checking up on me every few minutes to make sure everything is good. Food Kimchi jjigae was ultra rich and had the perfect amount of acidity. Plenty of pork slices inside and the broth is extremely flavorful. Seafood pancake came out crispy on both sides with a soft interior, all the seafood and ingredients were perfectly cooked. Their food here is definitely made fresh as both dishes I burned the heck out of my mouth because it was piping hot. Would definitely recommend! read more

Jin Cook - 김치찌게 / Kimchi Jjigae - Korean Near Me - Buena Park, California

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Whenever I go to SoCal for Disneyland, Jin Cook has become a must stop on our first day because it is that good. As someone who eats a lot of Korean food, I haven't found a place in the Bay Area that I like as much as Jin Cook. The variety here is unbeatable and the portions are extremely generous. I have loved every dish I've had at Jin Cook. This time around, we got regular korean fried chicken, korean army stew, brisket ttetboki and the seafood pancake. All of these were amazing, I wouldn't be able to tell you which one was my favorite because it's too hard to choose. I cannot recommend Jin Cook enough, and will be back the next time I'm in the area read more

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I cannot stop thinking about every bite I had there to be honest! There is at times a line, so appreciate the time to starve as it is 100% worth the wait. The staff is incredibly nice and welcoming. They even apologized for the wait, when it was not their fault. It is just that good that people wait in line for it. There is no check in so you have to write your name and wait. It is a pretty intimate area so it has limited capacity. But you feel how lively this place is with satisfied tummies. We had Anna and Michelle as our servers, who is the best Korean moms you want at your table. They made sure our ban chan was always filled. Highly recommend their Braised Beef Short Rib (Galbi Jim). They charge ~$65 which is very reasonable for the volume and flavor. Rib beef was so tender and savory sweet, alongside some rice cakes, cheese, carrots to take you to flavor town. Their Garlic SuYuk (pork belly) was falling apart as I was trying to bring it to my mouth. The broth it is boiled in is so savory, I used it to pour over my rice. The Katsu Curry was another great dish to have. Japanese style curry which is more on the sweet savory, with super crispy katsu on top. We had 4 people but was so full at the end, we had left overs. read more

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Still love the food here! The service continues to be great, and the food is just as delicious as ever. If you want to avoid a long wait, I highly recommend coming before 5 p.m. We arrived before then and had no trouble getting seated, but the waitlist started growing not long after. This time we ordered the bulgogi hot stone, pork curry katsu, spicy galbi jjim, and a seafood pancake. Everything came out piping hot, which is always appreciated. The dishes were served as they were ready rather than all at once, but we actually preferred it that way. Some items definitely take longer to prepare, so it gave us the chance to enjoy each dish while it was fresh and hot instead of having everythingwait to be finished and then being served. The bulgogi hot stone was flavorful and loaded with tender beef and vegetables. If was a good choice, but not the star of today's meal. The spicy galbi jjim continues to be one of our favorites. It has the same great balance of sweetness and spice that keeps us coming back. The beef was tender, the rice cakes were perfectly chewy, and the vegetables soaked up all of the delicious sauce. Love the pumpkin and potato, but they almost always disintegrate in the sauce, so I'm always happy to find any pieces. We also got the pork curry katsu this time, and it did not disappoint. The pork was juicy, the breading stayed crispy, and the rich curry sauce paired really well with the crunchy cutlet. The seafood pancake was another solid choice. It came out crispy around the edges while staying soft inside, with plenty of seafood throughout. It's still one of my favorite appetizers to share. Overall, another excellent meal. The food has remained consistently delicious, the service was attentive, and everything arrived fresh and hot. I'll definitely keep coming back! read more

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First time at this restaurant and I was impressed. From the ambiance to the food everything was great. Service was also very amazing. Friendly staff that was very accommodating to all our requests. Will be coming back more often. read more

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I tried Jin Cook after spending a long day at Knotts, and it was what I needed to recharge! The kalguksu came with a good amount of noodles and seafood with a good chewy texture. I was a little disappointed in the soup, I thought it was lacking in depth of flavor, and I also wish it was a little smoother. I also tried the spicy tofu soup, which I thought was better and had a great broth! The wait wasnt too long on a sunday at 6pm, we were able to be seated after around 20 minutes. Service was attentive and we were able to quickly get refills on our banchan! Overall it's a solid Korean restaurant, but I think there are better spots in Buena Park's ktown. read more

Jin Cook - Kalguksu - Korean Near Me - Buena Park, California

Excellent service from our server Michelle. Great food. Well worth the wait. I get the hype. read more

Jin Cook - Katsu & Bulgogi hot stone - Korean Near Me - Buena Park, California

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My fiancé and I came on weekday night and it was packed, but surprisingly was able to get seated within 15 min. Try not to come on the weekend because you will have to wait greater than 30 min. I wish there was a Yelp waitlist that can be joined. We both got the braised short ribs w/ cheese to share. It took a while to come out and we were hungry! We were just filling up on sides. When it came out, they torched the cheese to melt into the meat. I wish the cheese was more melted, but it was still a nice addition to this dish. The meat was not as tender as expected in the beginning, but the ones on the rib were really good! I definitely will be back to try out other dishes. Seems like they have a lot of soup on the menu so gotta try it out on a day that's not too busy! read more

Jin Cook - Braised beef short rib - Korean Near Me - Buena Park, California

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This place is popular for a reason! Even at opening, people start lining up. The ambiance of the restaurant makes you feel like you've transported to Korea! The ceiling is lined with Korean rooftops, there are shop signs and traditional Korean dolls displayed along the walls. One of their most popular dishes is their Braised Beef Short Rib. The meat is super tender and flavorful! We added cheese that that they torch table side with charcoal to give it a smoky flavor! They also have a variety of katsus. We got the Sweet Potato Cheese Curry Katsu. I like the sweetness from the sweet potato and the savory curry sauce. Huge portion sizes! They also have a new Chicken Pancake which I haven't seen at other Korean restaurants. The Kimbap Jeon is also new! I really liked this one. It's a kimbap that's battered and fried. It comes with a yummy dipping sauce as well. I'm a big fan of their banchan! They have kimchi, cucumber kimchi, radish kimchi, and pickled jalapenos. So tasty and refreshing! They give refills of these! Service is friendly! Plenty of parking in the shopping plaza's parking lot. read more

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jin cook has an astounding 7-8 locations in california, with just only the cypress and yorba location, you get the to taste the homemade from the mom who created these recipes! keep in mind that once they open at 11:30am, the restaurant is stormed with a long line! service and line goes by super quick, all dishes were fairly priced and they are super breathtaking! definitely consider this place! everyone is super kind the minute you step through the door to the end when you pay, one of my favorite korean cuisines! read more

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This is one of my son's favorite restaurants, and it's easy to see why. One of the best things about this place is that the food is served in a heated hot pot, so everything stays warm until the very last bite. We ordered the Garlic Suyuk, budae jjigae, and two cheese pork cutlets. Everything was delicious, and the portions were very generous. The Garlic Suyuk was especially flavorful, and I loved dipping the pork into the gochujang sauce and garlic. The budae jjigae was also excellent. I believe it was a newer menu item, and it balanced the richness of the meat dishes very well. As always, the cheese pork cutlet came in a huge portion--so much that we couldn't even finish it all. The staff members were very friendly and attentive. Whenever we needed something or had a special request, they responded quickly and took care of it right away. My son isn't very comfortable using chopsticks, so he asked for a fork. The only minor disappointment was that the fork provided was plastic. The side dishes were neatly prepared and complemented the meal nicely. The restaurant was quite busy, but since we visited during lunchtime, there was very little waiting time. The ambiance was warm and welcoming, making us feel comfortable from the moment we walked in. The restaurant had a cozy and friendly atmosphere that made the dining experience even more enjoyable. It felt inviting and relaxed, which was perfect for sharing a meal with family. Overall, we had a wonderful dining experience. The food was delicious, the portions were generous, and the service was excellent. I would definitely recommend this restaurant and look forward to coming back again. read more

Jin Cook - Garlic Suyuk, - Korean Near Me - Buena Park, California

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Overall, the food was delicious, and staff were kind and tentative! Throughout our meal, different staff members would check up on us whenever they passed our table! Although when I think about it, we were seated near the doorway, so maybe that was why haha. Friends and I ordered 4 dishes- the seafood pancake, Jin Cook beef hot stone, garlic soy chicken and chogye cold noodle soup. Everything was so yummy and filling! The seafood pancake stayed hot and crunchy the whole time it was on the hot plate, and the cold noodles were refreshing! The hot stone and garlic soy chicken were flavorful! Side dishes were yummy as well. I loved the kimchi! There's lots of parking space in the plaza where the resuarant is located! The restaurant itself is a bit small and pretty busy, so wait time can be a bit long. Luckily, our party didnt have to wait too long to seated! Our food took about 25 minutes to come out though- it seems like they try to bring out all the dishes to the table at the same time. Nonetheless, my friends and I enjoyed our experience there! read more

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Love the mom and pop restaurant here. The parking is easy. Customer service is always . The food feels comforting like my mama made it. read more

Jin Cook - Korean Near Me - Buena Park, California

Great service. Delicious food. Try the galbi soup and the cold shredded chicken dish. Very yummy. I recommend trying Jincook if you are craving Korean comfort food. read more

Jin Cook - Korean Near Me - Buena Park, California

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Yum! Came on a weekend night near closing and it wasn't too busy. Friendly service and easy parking in plaza with clean bathrooms. Banchan is pretty limited and prices can be a little on the higher end but many of the dishes are family style. We got: -- mushroom japchae: pleasantly surprised by how much we liked this dish! rly delicious and the sesame oil doesn't overpower the dish -- beef soup: clean flavor & my fav korean dish to order at restaurants! super hearty -- seafood pancake: would skip next time. too many onions for my liking + i prefer this dish at other restaurants -- brisket tteokbokki: friends rly like rice cakes so they ordered this dish and enjoyed it. wish there was more broth but still p good. we added cheese and they grill it for you at the table! brisket is cooked nicely. Overall, very enjoyable experience with good food. :) read more

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We ordered the beef tofu soup and spicy beef soup, the beef quality in the tofu soup was not my favorite but, still acceptable. Bun chin options were nice and majority of them were tasty, the radish kimchi was a bit too vinegar forward. Service was friendly and helpful. Clean restaurant and restroom. Smaller establishment, had a fair amount of two top booths. Prices are average in comparison to other Korean places, other than the seafood pancake, that was $28 which we felt was a bit high for the size and quality. Large free parking lot for easy access. read more

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Jin Cook in Buena Park was a coworker recommendation and honestly, they did not disappoint We got the 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! read more

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I don't know why I have never posted a review for this restaurant before, but it is honestly one of my favorite places for korean food. Everything is so delicious (especially the garlic suyuk- I dream about it), the staff are attentive, and super friendly. We love that they stay open late, however, be prepared to wait when you come during peak hours. Highly recommend! read more

Jin Cook - Garlic Suyuk and Ramen Rosé Tteokbokki - Korean Near Me - Buena Park, California

Great place to try Korean food. The Beef short rib soup is a must try. The service was incredible and very friendly. We also had the Chicken Vegetable Bibim Noodle it was delicious and refreshing to eat. It did have a wasabi after taste so if you like wasabi you will enjoy it. For sure I will come here again to try other dishes! read more

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-** Pork Braised Short Rib (tender, juicy), 11/10 - Chicken & Pork Katsu, 7/10 - Beef Bulgogi Stone Pot, 6/10 - Seafood Pancake 7.5/10 Our Server 10/10 - Shin (main server, charismatic, helpful) - Matthew (helped out, also friendly - at the end of the day we had at least 3-4 people check up on us! :)! Excellent Service read more

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Authentic delicious Korean food. They have so many awards for best Korean food. We ordered the seafood pancake, brisket tteokbokki, and garlic soy chicken. It's hearty food with generous portions. Friendly service. I felt we waited a bit for our food to arrive. They could have given us some banchan to nibble on first but they served it with the rest of the food and it all arrived pretty much at the same time. Everything was tasty and satisfying. One of my favs was the seafood pancake. It was crispy on the bottom and stayed hot in the stone platter. The brisket was packed with brisket, tteokbokki, ramen (paid extra for this), mandu, cabbage, fish cake, etc and was so rich and hearty. We were stuffed! Will be back! read more

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Stopped by Jin Cook at 11:48 and didn't actually sit until 12:25 so yeah... if you're going on a Saturday give yourself plenny time. They're known for the garlic suyuk (pork belly) but you kinda need a full squad for that, so we kept it lighter and got the spicy pork hot stone and soondofu. I REALLY wanted to try the ttaro gukbap though-- one of those homey Korean comfort meals you weirdly don't see on restaurant menus that often. Honestly fine because now I already know what I'm getting next time. The spicy pork was super good. No weird porky gaminess at all. They spark the charcoal right there so everything gets that smoky flavor, plus it looks hella cool when they bring it out. The soondofu is thicccccc too--tasted like there was a little doenjang in there. Super savory. Banchan was solid across the board. Garlicky, balanced, not sad filler banchan. Prices are pretty reasonable. Only thing that gives me pause is the wait because this place gets slammed, bc it isn't big and the turnover isn't fast--but if you're craving it, you will be satisfied. read more

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We visited Jincook yesterday and had a mixed experience. The brisket dduckboki sauce was tasty and not spicy at all, but unfortunately, the brisket was quite tough to chew. More importantly, I experienced diarrhea right after eating it, and again today after eating the leftovers. We also ordered the seafood pancake, but it took a long time to come out, so we had to pack most of it to go. On the positive side, they kept refilling our side dishes consistently. For parents with young children, please note that the restroom does not have a baby changing pad. We had high expectations for delicious Korean food, but the stomach issue was very unfortunate read more

Jin Cook - Korean Near Me - Buena Park, California

Genuinely such a great restaurant and the food here is always amazing!! The ambiance of the restaurant is super nice with warm lighting and the staff here is super friendly! The wait sometimes is long so I'd recommend to call ahead of time to put your name down if you have a big party. The food flavors are super authentic and never fails to amaze me every time. 10/10 recommend to check this place out! read more

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Parking: Easy, open and free I came here when I was on the verge of a sore throat. This casual but homey place didn't change my life but it definitely made me feel better. The tofu soup wasn't quite the typical style like BCD or Young Dong but good! It was different. The broth just had a different base. I do recommend it if you're craving it. I ordered the kalguksu. This was good but it had a very shrimpy taste which was hearty but not what I expected. I think I was looking for less of a seafood experience. Finally, I ordered the katsu. I did a fish and pork katsu. I WAS SURPRISED about how much I liked the fish katsu. This is something I would return for. It was crispy but not oily. It was filling and the fish came with a tartar sauce. The banchan was great. I love a place that is kind with the refills. Service was busy and they did their best. Chef's kiss. All in all, I would come back. read more

Jin Cook - Drink menu - Korean Near Me - Buena Park, California

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True Korean home cooked food. Staff is very professional and courteous as well. Our family has been back 4 times! read more

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Came here via car for dinner with a party of 3 for dinner on a Sunday in early May 2026. Parking lot was big and free. There was a line when we arrived and we were seated after waiting about 40 minutes. After being seated and ordering, the food took about 20 minutes to arrive but it was so worth it. We ordered the Garlic SuYuk, the Chogye Cold Noodles, and the Garlic Soy Chicken. It all came out to $101.49. The Garlic SuYuk and the Chogye Cold Noodles were our favorite. For the Cold Noodles, they cut the noodles at the table for you. For the Garlic SuYuk, they brought it out sizzling. We probably wouldn't order the Garlic Soy Chicken again just because it wasn't what we expected. We thought it was going to be deep fried but it wasn't - our mistake. The meal definitely hit the spot though. The service was great. The banchan was good. They refill them for free along with the sauces for Garlic SuYuk. The Garlic SuYuk and Garlic Soy Chicken both came with rice. We were so chill by the end. Definitely would come back here. read more

Jin Cook - Chogye Cold Noodles & Banchan - so good! - Korean Near Me - Buena Park, California

We had a party of 9 and they were able to accommodate us quickly during lunch time. We did get there right when it opened and luckily we did because it got packed fast! We ordered the beef short rib soup, seafood pancake, braised short rib, garlic suyuk, sweet potato cheese curry katsu and hotteok for dessert. The portions were big enough to share between our big party and we were all verrrrry full after! Service was very fast. The place was clean and I liked how the place was designed to look like a real Korean pub. I'd like to try going here at night since I saw they close late on the weekends. read more

Jin Cook - Korean Near Me - Buena Park, California

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Great Korean food in Buena Park! Jin Cook is a familiar franchise with multiple locations in the area. They serve a variety of Korean cuisine. The layout and decorations of the restaurant convey a "home-like" feel to them, making it great for get togethers with friends and family alike. Sometimes, there is a small wait and they are still on a paper waitlist basis. While waiting, make sure to enjoy their free tea offered right outside of their establishment! After being seated, we were served in an adequate amount of time. For this instance, I tried the Jalapeno Cheese Curry. The curry was especially delightful! Hot off the skillet, the curry was full of flavor and paired well with the katsu. The delivery of the dish was great as you can have it fresh off of the skillet, making each bite nice and hot. Highly recommend for those in the area looking to get some great Korean food with friends / family! read more

Jin Cook - Sides - Korean Near Me - Buena Park, California

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