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    Jin Cook

    4.3 (474 reviews)
    ModerateKorean, Soup, Chinese
    Open • 11:30 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    JIN COOK ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Joe G.

    Ooh, this is elevated, but still down the earth good Korean cuisine! A lot of us tend to think Ayce KBBQ when it comes to Korean food but restaurants like Jin Cook is still a great spot to have delicious Korean food! In particular, the Bulgogi Hot Stone is just so good here. The beef had the perfect balance of that rich marinated Bulgogi flavor without the heaviness or feeling it's overly drenched. Everyone enjoyed their dishes, and the ambience is warm and welcoming. Service can be a little slower, but it was surprisingly busy for a Tuesday night, so expect a more relaxed pace. Thankfully, the food didn't take long though!

    J2. Korean B.B.Q Short Rib (LA-Galbi)
    Steve S.

    Pretty good spot for Korean comfort food. My wife and I shared the Korean short ribs and the spicy tofu soup. The ribs were on the fatter side, but were nicely marinated and very delicious. The tofu soup too, was very yummy, flavorful and with a perfect level of spice. The banchan that were served tasted fresh and delicious, however, I'd prefer a bigger selection. The place itself has darkened lighting, a lot of wooden elements and regular tables, as well as booth seating. The customer service was very solid. We will be back for more!

    Mary L.

    There are Jin Cooks everywhere but Porter Ranch is the only in SF Valley. I have visited Buena Park many times and that was one voted the best Korean food in OC. Porter Ranch meets the same high expectations. This is located in the same large parking lot with Chevron, liquor store and former Amazon grocery store. This place can get very busy during dinner hours so be prepared to wait. I wanted to order beef short ribs and dumplings but my table was not having that but that is okay. We ordered Bulgogi pancake that was so huge (enough for 4 people alone). Freshly marinated bulgogi with green onions veggies and crispy exterior. Second plate was Kraft Katsu that has delicious crispy chicken, salad, rice and gravy. All the spices were added correctly which is so satisfying. So far this is my favorite plate. Last dish is Ddukbokki (freshly made noodles with ramen). Warning this is extremely spicy even though we ordered mild but I loved this noodle dish. All dishes you must top off with all the pickled kimchi of course. The kimchi is a top seller here that you can buy. All dishes are pretty big and enough for 2-3 people. Prices have gone up but every restaurant has. FYI if you need take out containers there is a 50 cents charge.

    A6. Rose Tteokbokki
    Lloyd B.

    I'm so used to going to Koreatown or even Sawtelle for Korean tofu soup. But for Father's Day I wanted to try something different...and Jin Cook was really good. I ordered the tofu soup with beef and had it medium spicy. The beef in the soup were small pieces of brisket rather than sliced beef like most tofu houses. The soup also had a good flavor to it without being overwhelmingly salty. I would come back just for this. This bulgogi was okay - slightly dry with little flavor. The bone broth soup was a hit. Light on flavor but sometimes that's what you want. It was served with lots of sliced beef. The tteok-bokki is not my favorite dish but everyone seemed to like it. Lots of sausage, thick pieces of sliced pork, and the cylinder shaped rice cakes topped with ramen. The sauce tastes like fancy ketchup to me. Definitely not my thing. The banchan was light with four small dishes but my favorites like kimchi and bean sprouts were there. I would definitely come back especially if I'm ever in the area. There's plenty of parking and the staff is attentive.

    Troy H.

    This is a great spot. I enjoyed the Braised Beef Short Rib as well as their Marinated Dumplings. The other options which are great choices would be the Bibimbap Hot Stone as well as the Spicy Pork Hot Stone. The options are just as flavorful. The staff is friendly and helpful as they will provide assistance with and questions or suggestions. Parking is in the lot.

    Amazing. So good
    Andre B.

    Our favorite spot in Porter Ranch. We keep it simple but it's always so good. We usually get the bulgogi and steamed dumplings to share. They also provide a hot corn tea to start off with. Their sides are really good as well and complement whatever you order. I also get the bulgogi sauce which makes it even better. Can't wait to go back.

    K1. Katsu Combo with pork and chicken cutlet.
    George S.

    We've been to other locations and they all seem very popular. The food is delicious, but be prepared to wait at minimum 20 minutes. The restaurant is a bit small, but they have many tables inside. The Staff were very attentive, helpful and nice. We ordered the Katsu plate combo with a side of curry, and the spicy tofu seafood soup. The katsu came out hot and crispy, yet tender inside, but I would pass on the curry sauce. The sauce didn't have much flavor and was bit runny. The tofu soup was delicious and you can choose how spicy you want it. The side dishes were very flavorful and fresh. Overall, a good place to eat if you're craving some Korean food. We'll definitely come back! Happy Nom Nom!

    Grace K.

    Tried again to give another chance. First time to try galbi. Taste was ok.. but really pricy. $34 + tax for 3 slices. WOW. Unbelievable. I'll go to other restaurants to get more slices (4-5 slices) than here.

    I really enjoy coming to Jin Cook. The food is delicious, and the atmosphere is warm and welcoming, making it a lovely place to sit down and enjoy a meal. It's the kind of restaurant that leaves you happy you came, and I'd definitely recommend it to anyone who enjoys Korean food!

    Bulgogi J1. Korean Pancake - not a fan (thick heavy batter)
    Ania N.

    Tried Jin Cook in Porter Ranch and overall had a good experience. The inside décor is really cute cozy, warm lighting, nice artwork, and comfy booths that give it an authentic vibe. It does get busy, but there's plenty of parking in the plaza (the host told us around 3pm is the least busy time). We ordered the short ribs, which were delicious, juicy, well marinated, and served on a bed of onions with white rice. Definitely the highlight of the meal. The side dishes were all good too. I was a bit disappointed with the bulgogi pancake though. There wasn't enough bulgogi and it felt like it was drowning in heavy batter. I personally prefer thinner, crispier pancakes where you can really taste the ingredients, and this one felt bulky and a bit oily to me. Portion is huge though, definitely shareable. The marinated dumplings were another popular item. They were good, but I wish they were crispier or came with a dipping sauce..I probably wouldn't order those again. Overall, good food and a nice vibe. I plan on coming back to try the bulgogi plate and tteokbokki next time.

    Bulgogi Hot Stone, Rose Tteokbokki
    Penelope

    Wanted to try a new Korean spot, and this place certainly did not disappoint! Ordered the Marinated Dumplings, Bulgogi Hot stone, and Rose Tteokbokki. In total it came to around $75 not including tip. Pretty pricey but the food was tasty. Next time I would order the other Tteokbokki since the Rose wasn't very spicy. Food came in a timely manner and our waiter was friendly. The restaurant place was very welcoming and cozy. Would come here again!

    Lauren L.

    This is my second time to Jin Cook and at this location. Everything was okay. Weirdly the food came out hot but didn't stay warm for long. The banchan was okay... it seemed like the pickling process wasn't long and lacked flavor. The tteokbokki tasted like it was from the frozen section. The portions are definitely shareable. We got 4 items for two people and had plenty of left overs. Last time I was here it was good so hoping it was just an off day for them

    H7. Spicy Pork Hot Stone
    Bess S.

    I need to write a review quick so I don't forget! Went to Jincook a few weeks ago on a Sunday and the wait was about 20 mins for 2 at around 6ish. Not too bad! We put our name down, they took our phone number and we went to Amazon Fresh next door to get some stuff. Then they texted us sooner than anticipated, yay! Here's what we got: - Spicy Pork Hot Stone 5/5 next time, we'll definitely add a fried egg! Haven't tried it with cheese yet - Rose Tteokbokki 4/5 thank god it's milder than the classic one bc I can't handle it when it's too spicy :') I definitely enjoyed this one but wasn't a big fan of the bacon. I couldn't even finish it, so much rice cakes and noodles lol I feel like I would've preferred the toppings from the classic Tteokbokki dish - Jinro Tok Tok Peach 5/5 this drink helped since we were so full! It was sweet and delicious too

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    1 month ago

    Great food, lots of genuine flavors to savor. Friendly service with a smile! Yummy, don't miss it !

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    The Rosé Tteokbokki is sooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo good.

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    7 days ago

    An amazing experience! The service was exceptional and the food was awesome We will definitely be back. Thank you!!

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    Ask the Community - Jin Cook

    Does this restaurant take reservations?

    They do not, unfortunately.

    Do they plan on adding this store to delivery apps?

    You should call the place to ask them directly to get the best answer.

    Do you serve alcohol?

    Yes! Took a while for them after grand opening

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    Hodori 365

    4.0(90 reviews)
    3.1 mi•Northridge

    The name Hodori brings back so many memories from our college and young adults days, so we've been…read moreexcited to finally check out the Northridge location. We stopped by on a Tuesday for lunch, and nostalgia definitely did not disappoint. The restaurant is spacious with plenty of seating, making it a comfortable spot to enjoy a meal. The Jjolmyeon has always been our all-time favorite from the LA location, so ordering it was a no-brainer. And wow... it somehow tasted even better here! We also ordered the Yuk Kalguksu (육칼국수) and Gun Mandu (군만두), and everything hit the spot. The Yuk Kalguksu came with such a generous portion that I happily finished the noodles, enjoyed some of the rich, spicy broth, and still had enough soup and beef to box up for another meal. Talk about a bonus dinner! The mandu was perfectly crispy and paired so well with the refreshing, chewy jjolmyeon. For us, a restaurant earns a spot in our regular rotation only if it checks three boxes: delicious food, friendly service, and cleanliness. Hodori easily checks all three. In fact, I came back after work the very same day to pick up dinner for the family (because one visit clearly wasn't enough ). We ordered Galbi Ugeoji Haejangguk (갈비 우거지 해장국), Galbitang (갈비탕), Tteokbokki (떡볶이), Samgyetang (삼계탕), and Yukgaejang (육개장). I placed the order before leaving work, and by the time I arrived about 15 minutes later, everything was neatly packed and ready to go. As a working mom, finding a restaurant that serves delicious food, offers great service, and makes takeout this effortless feels like striking gold. It saves me time in the kitchen while keeping everyone's tummies full and happy. Safe to say, Hodori has officially earned a permanent spot on our takeout list.

    Terrible customer service. I will never return!…read more I came to Hodori 365 with my two young children, ages 4 and 8, and was extremely disappointed by how we were treated. I politely asked the younger employee if we could order regular meals to eat at the restaurant and kids' meals to go. She said no, which was completely fine. I was simply asking a question. Then another employee came over and loudly said, "NO TAKE OUT!" directly to my face. I was shocked by her tone and how unnecessarily rude the interaction became. I immediately decided to leave and handed back the menus. As we were leaving, I noticed the same employee pointing at my children and gesturing for them to move away from the table because they had been moving the utensils around while waiting. My children are only 4 and 8 years old. They weren't damaging anything, and I would have gladly cleaned up after them. I found the way she treated them completely unacceptable. This was not my first negative experience here. During a previous visit, I witnessed the same employee and another staff member giving my friends dirty looks and an unpleasant attitude over their tip, even though they had already left 18%. With a single meal and rice costing around $35, I would expect customers to be treated with basic courtesy and respect. I don't mind paying for good food, but I refuse to spend my money at a restaurant where my family is made to feel so unwelcome. There are plenty of other Korean restaurants in Los Angeles where I would rather spend my money. Never again.

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    K Food Village

    4.7(163 reviews)
    5.3 mi•Canoga Park
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    Delicious, comforting Korean food with warm service -- it makes you feel like you're getting a…read morehomemade meal prepared with love here. K Food Village is small with a casual but comfortable vibe, perfect for a meal with some family or friends. The food is immaculate. Came with a small group so got to sample a couple dishes. The galbi combo was pretty good, the soup was a delicious hit with its seafood base. The kimchi fried rice was excellent, genuinely one of the best I've had and I finished the entire plate myself. The japchae was good too -- strong sesame flavors with some heat from the pepper, making it very filling and tasty. Our meal came with small banchan / sides of kimchi, spinach/veg, and cucumbers which were great addition to the already fulfilling meal. Parking lot is tight, but we didn't have trouble finding parking on a Sunday afternoon. Plaza is a bit rundown, but I didn't feel unsafe. Definitely coming back here. Highly recommend everyone gives this place a shot!

    This place is a hidden gem on Sherman Way and De Soto. We ordered the Spicy Pork, Spicy Beef Soup,…read moreand Kimchi Pancake, and honestly, everything was amazing. The spicy pork was packed with flavor, the soup was hot, spicy and comforting , and the kimchi pancake was crispy and delicious. The service was also a standout. Everyone was so kind and intentional, and you can tell they genuinely care about the experience they provide. The chefs absolutely know what they're doing because every dish felt thoughtfully prepared. We loved it so much that we came back two days in a row, which says a lot because there aren't so many great food options in the area. Some of the best Korean food we've had in the Valley. Parking can be a little hit or miss depending on the time of day, we came early in the day so there were plenty open; but it's 100% worth checking out if you're in the area!

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    Shik Do Rak

    3.7(607 reviews)
    1.6 mi•Northridge
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    I have been coming to Shik Do Rak for over ten years. This was my first Korean bbq experience and I…read morehave since been to many other Korean restaurants, and none have compared in quality to Shik Do Rak. Shik Do Rak has been my exclusive Korean spot for the past few years and will remain so!

    UPDATE: I noticed people were complaining about the receipt adding an 18% tip. Which 18% is nothing…read morethese days most people don't tip well anyways. It says it on the receipt that it's only for parties of 4 or more and that no additional tip is necessary. This a local family business not a restaurant chain. I think it's sad that people are judging this business off of what a receipt says and not the food. This place has been around forever. We've been coming here since our kids were little. We love everything about it. When we eat here, we do actual barbecue, but we've also ordered it from the kitchen, and both ways have been great. John is super helpful, always there to assist us with whatever we need. I really like how he teaches us new ways to enjoy our food, like how to dip our sauces and what to dip in them--it's always a cool experience. The waitstaff works hard, and the service has never been an issue. My only gripe is that I wish they sold that chili sauce in the squeeze bottle and the kimchi because it's amazing--I'd buy a whole jar of it. Thanks, John, for always making our visits awesome.

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