We wanted to try this restaurant because of the cute booths and food reviews. We waited for like 10-15 mins on this popular Sunday night for family dinner. Service was very friendly and attentive. Food came out fresh and hot. The atmosphere was busy and fun-filled with families and friends visiting together. We had Peach TokTok (cocktails), Marinated Dumplings, Garlic Soy Chicken, Rose Tteokbokki, and Caramel Hottok (dessert). Plenty of shopping plaza parking. No extra surcharges for paying with a credit card. It was so delicious with nice service- that we'll be back. Thank you for everything! read more

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

Excellent service and decent food overall. The dumplings for appetizers were good--nicely chewy on the outside, and the soup dumplings were especially delicious. The spicy beef & vegetable soup (spice level 3) wasn't actually spicy, but it was still flavorful compared to the other soups. The traditional pork soup was quite bland; the broth tasted like watered-down milk and wasn't very enjoyable without added seasoning. The spicy pork hot soup also lacked spice. The pork itself was reminiscent of bacon and tasted good at first, but by the time you get to the bottom of the hot pot, much of it ends up burnt. On a positive note, the rice was excellent--very fluffy with a great sticky texture.. read more

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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. read more

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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 read more

Jin Cook - Korean Near Me - Northridge, California

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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 read more

Jin Cook - H7. Spicy Pork Hot Stone - Korean Near Me - Northridge, California

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Came in around 3:30 pm on a Tuesday Lots of parking available Was empty when arrived Ordered the brisket hot stone and jalapeño cheese Katsu Our server was very nice also very good as multitasking! Food came out really hot! My only tip if you get the brisket hot stone is to mix when you get it! I took photos and waited for my partners food and the sauce got burned and the stone wasn't hot enough to cook the red onions and bean sprouts the way I liked. Over all really good love coming here read more

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Location 4 stars: In the old Porter Ranch shopping plaza in Porter Ranch, California, Southeast corner of Tampa and Rinaldi. Plenty of free parking. Venue 3 Stars: Jincook operates about 7 Korean comfort food (they call it Korean Soul Food) restaurants in the LA area. This location is a nicely decorated, smaller sized venue. It used to be our neighborhood Greek restaurant for decades. Inside tables and booths only. Mostly smaller tables of up to 4 seats, although I have seen a few 6 seaters. No outdoor seating. This Jincook location is quite popular and the venue is too small for the crowd size, resulting in 30~45 minute and sometimes longer wait. There is no formal waiting area; only a few chairs outside. This can be detrimental in inclement weather. They do not take reservations either. Service 3 stars: Servers are polite and efficient. My biggest issue with their service (and this happens every time) is that the main plates arrive at drastically different times, meaning that some people's food will get cold while waiting for the others' foods to arrive. For me, this ruins the dining experience. Most restaurants are able to manage this and "time" a table's main plates to all arrive at the same time... Not sure why they cannot? Food 5 stars: Excellent, creative and tasty food with nice plating. Prices are on the high side but the portions are quite large! The many soups, the barbequed pork, bulgogi, kalbi, the sizzling hot stone plates, and the many options of curry and Katsu are all delicious. I go to Jincook often and I don't remember having any food there that I did not like. Drinks 3 stars: Very limited menu of 1 kind of beer, 2 kinds of Soju and some Korean and regular soft drinks. The Bottom Line 4 Stars: Excellent Korean comfort food! The wait situation, the drink menu and the food timing (details above) need some work. read more

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Galbijim (ask for cheese on top) is a must order! The staff is young, energetic, friendly, and attentive. They enjoy working together and helping customers. Good vibes! It's clean with plenty of booths and tables for small and large groups. read more

I love the traditional Korean interior! You can easily pretend you're stopping by, on your journey to Seoul, to get a meal in the Joseon dynasty. The service is quick and friendly, just my style. The Korean dishes have a slight twist and I love it. The truffle mushroom japchae is especially good. The banchan variety is superb as well. Free parking lot and clean restrooms, too. read more

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My first time here and won't be the last for sure. Met my family here for dinner and we had a blast. Everything was so delicious. My sister has been here a few times and always told me that I have to try it and finally I did earlier tonight. The food was flavorful and tasteful. The fermented starters were amazing. The noodles , the dumplings, short ribs ... yummmmmmmm.... Great customer service as well. Very cozy and nice ambiance. I really loved this place. Can't wait to go back. read more

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Classic Korean flavors. I got the tofu soup and it was comforting. Portions are okay. The prices are a little high for what you get IMO. Service was good, our server was nice. The space is large, good for date night or groups. They seem to keep busy. read more

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! read more

Jin Cook - Bulgogi Hot Stone, Rose Tteokbokki - Korean Near Me - Northridge, California

jin cook is my favorite korean spot in the valley! from the intimate seating, to great service, to BOMB food!!! i usually have difficulty finding vegetarian options at korean restaurants, but there are a couple here, and service was great in helping me customize my order and informing me which banchan items were vegetarian :) we were able to get the rosè tteokbokki without meat/fish, which is so hard to find!! it was absolutely delicious, i had never had ramen noodles with tteokbokki before! the vegetable bibimbab was the perfect entree, with a nice assortment of vegetables available. i already can't wait to come back! read more

Jin Cook - A6. Rose Tteokbokki - Korean Near Me - Northridge, California

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It is busy and little pricy. You can wait for half an hour for a table. Foods are good but services are so so, staff is not that friendly and need to ask repeatedly for them to bring more side orders. Left over side orders are not allowed to take out. Just hope they do not serve them again to another customer! read more

What a great spot in the valley to get some really good Korean food! The spicy pork was well seasoned and, in my opinion, not actually spicy, so if you've been wanting to try it but are scared of spice, you'll probably be okay lol. The bulgogi wasn't too sweet, which was great because that's something I always notice at other places. The army stew was basically ramen dressed up with Spam and hot dogs; I wouldn't get it again, but it didn't ruin my experience at all. It's pretty cozy inside, and the store's design is intriguing. The staff checked in on us and made sure we had everything we needed! read more

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First time trying Jin Cook and we really enjoyed it! The staff was super friendly and welcoming, which made the experience even better. There's also plenty of parking in the strip mall area. We loved the variety on the menu and the portion was good. Everything we tried was really tasty, especially the beef short rib (Galbi) and the spicy pork served on a hot stone with a fried egg on top. The tofu (soon dubu) beef soup was comforting and full of flavor, and the marinated dumplings we ordered as an appetizer were delicious. The side dishes (banchan) were also very good and complemented the meal. Overall, a great first experience. We'll definitely be coming back! read more

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I just wanted to return to update my review. I love KOREAN FOOD and this place has one of my favorite TOFU SOUPs and BONCHON selection. But the experience this time was not as great as the first. Meat quality in the stew wasn't as good, service was a bit dismissive and rushed, and the portions were very small for the price point. I hope this place can improve because the food is pretty tasty and I hope it remains my go to. read more

I had a lunch date with a friend for her birthday at Jin Cook (Porter Ranch). The service was great and the food was good. However, I was bit disappointed with the size of their Soondubu - it was very small compared to other places. I was also not a fan of the beef bulgogi (it was too sweet for me). I will stick to their beef rib stew and pork katsu next time. I've had both and they are very good. read more

Jin Cook - Tofu soup with beef and beef H6. Bulgogi Hot Stone with side dishes - Korean Near Me - Northridge, California

Another delicious meal! This time highlighting the galbi jim, which was flavorful, beef was so tender, and perfectly balanced with a variety of vegetables. $69 isn't cheap but you definitely get a couple meals out of it. read more

Jin Cook - Korean Near Me - Northridge, California

Jin Cook makes me wish I could give more than 5 stars on Yelp. The restaurant itself is beautifully decorated, clean, and seating was comfortable as well. Servers were kind and attentive, and the food was absolutely delicious. Our food was brought to our table pretty quickly despite being busy. Overall, my favorites were the marinated dumplings and bulgogi hot stone. Everything was super flavorful and fresh, and I'm already looking forward to my next visit. Perfect for date night :) read more

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The Place- Clean and nice. The Service- Friendly and attentive. The Food- Korean BBQ Short Rib- Good and recommended. Spicy Pork- Very good and highly recommended is you like some spice. Rose Tteokbokki- Good and recommended. Spicy Pork Hot Stone- This is basically the same as the Spicy Pork but a little bit smaller and served in a hot stone bowl. Very good and recommended. Parking- Shares a large parking lot with other businesses. read more

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I'm from the San Gabriel Valley. I find it absolutely weird to go to a very delicious Asian restaurant and find friendly and engaging service. But apparently it exists here. Food is great. People are great. I'm confused. read more

Jin Cook has quickly become one of my go-to spots for Korean comfort food. I got the Chicken Curry Katsu, and it was a 10/10 easily the best curry I've ever had. The flavor is rich and bold, served piping hot with a perfectly crispy, juicy chicken cutlet. The portion is huge and super satisfying. It's also become my personal hangover cure whenever I really need something comforting and hearty, this curry hits every time. The marinated dumplings were another standout. Crispy on the outside, flavorful on the inside, and a great portion, plenty to share (if you're feeling generous). I also tried the bulgogi, which is classic and tender, well seasoned, and always hits the spot. The service is quick and efficient, which makes the whole experience even better, especially when you're hungry. They also offer soju, sake, and beer, which is great if you're looking to unwind or pair your meal with something light. The interior has a traditional Korean design, which adds to the authentic, cozy feel of the place. If you're in the mood for flavorful, comforting Korean food in a relaxed, authentic setting Jin Cook delivers every time. read more

Jin Cook - Chicken Curry Katsu - Korean Near Me - Northridge, California

Jin Cook, is an authentic Korean eatery chain, that also has a location, in Porter Ranch. The dining place is small, but elegantly appointed, with a flood of Koreans and local people. Therefore, getting a table may not be easy, especially if you are dining solo like me. Yes, tables are reserved for parties or two or more. However, I was lucky this time and was seated within minutes. The complimentary side dishes that begin the meal, 5 of them, are fantastic. My favorites were the cucumber, onions and bean sprouts. The last time I was here, I had the Bulgogi hot stone. This time, I wished for something different and chose the Katsu Combo (Fish and Chicken). Both the pieces were superbly prepared. Nice crunch on the outside, a crisp mouthfeel and moist on the inside. There were two sauces. One a tartare, that was ideal for the fish Katsu. The other, a red sauce, for the chicken Katsu I presume, was not impressive. I ordered a side of the curry ($5), thinking I would use it for the chicken. Unfortunately, it did not hit the mark for me, either. Rice and Cole slaw that came with the dish, were both fantastic. This place is popular because it gets filled very fast. Service was scanty, busy, but still attentive to be of good quality. read more

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I really love this place. From the moment we walked in, we were seated immediately, and the service was great. As we looked at the menu, there were so many things we wanted to try again thankfully we were with a big enough party that we ordered family style so we can taste and share. I can say I didn't have a favorite just because everything was so good from the chicken Katsu curry, to the Bulgogi on a hot stone and then of course the tofu stew. The chicken Katsu is so crispy but still light since it's fried and the curry there's so much flavor. I love that the cookie was on a hot stone as it kept it super hot the entire time, the meat was so flavorful without it being super fatty. The tofu stew had a good amount of beef pieces and you definitely wanna throw in an egg. Presentation also made the dishes look amazing, and the portion size was very generous. This is definitely going on the rotation for a great lunch or dinner spot. It's located in a shopping center so they have ample parking. read more

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Must have been the best deal for galbi jiim that I've had in years... other places would've charged double the price maybe. They deserve 5 stars for that alone. Only slight complaint is that they offer less bonchon in comparison to other Korean restaurants... but nah I'm not taking off one star for that. The service was great too. Things came quick even though it was crowded. read more

Good food and great service. Came I today for some tofu soup. It was delicious and fresh. We were seated right away and the food came out quickly. I enjoyed the sides they gave, especially the fish cake. My husband ordered the beef rice bowl and it was delicious. Price point was a little high for the item. You can never go wrong with a sundubu with an egg and a side of rice. read more

What a fun find! Fun menu, great service and the food was all good. I would definitely come back and try more and different things. Looking forward to my next visit here. read more

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My family and I enjoy our experience here. Service is quick and food tastes great. Plenty of parking in the plaza. During the evening and weekend, the place can get busy and there is a wait but it is worth it! read more

Jin Cook - Hotteok - Korean Near Me - Northridge, California

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This is just straight up comfort food with a high price tag. Lately the ratios may be on the slimmer side when it comes to rice and they now charge for to go boxes. The price has not been a deterrent as you'll see most of the time during peak hours there will be a line so best to come early. The wait time on food isn't long by either but I have noticed the slight drop in flavor in the last year or so. I'm still a big fan of the food and the service is cordial enough with decent parking options. I highly recommend this spot if you're feeling some crispy katsu and some chewy and spicy tteokbokki! read more

Jin Cook - K2. Pork/Chicken Curry Katsu - Korean Near Me - Northridge, California

Very cozy, cafe feel and the food is nicely crafted. The chicken katsu curry is huge with really light katsu batter, tender/moist white meat, curry and rice. I had the duk mandoo guk (I think off menu) and that was outstanding as well. Good banchan maybe not as varied but solid nonetheless. Plus type place in the Northridge area. Friendly and attentive service with Korean hot tea which was needed on a cold afternoon. read more

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I came here with a girlfriend of mine since it had been on our bookmarked list for a while. It's nice to finally have some authentic Korean food in the area. She ordered the pancake, which was huge, and I made sure to grab a slice. I asked the staff for assistance and ended up getting one of their hot stones. I had looked at pictures ahead of time and chose the beef bulgogi. The waiter mentioned that one of their most popular dishes is the brisket hot stone. The portions are generous, so I recommend ordering a few different items to share, that way you can try multiple dishes. read more

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Went here for a family dinner out and the restaurant was so amazing. Our server was so friendly and always checking in if we needed anything. The entire staff seemed just as friendly as well. When we walked in we were amazed by the decoration. You feel like you're in a whole different environment. We ordered all the top sellers from the Braised Beef Short Rib, Spicy Tofu Soup, and others! I've tried many different Korean restaurants and this would have to be a top recommendation for me. read more

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Delicious food! Great ambience and love the decor. Service was good for a busy Friday night. read more

Jin Cook - Pork katsu - Korean Near Me - Northridge, California

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I've been coming to this location ever since they opened and it's still one of my top places even with the changes/inconsistencies since I love their Banchan. My favorite (always get) is the tofu soup with the beef, extra spicy, add egg. The extra spicy is not spicy at all and the meat is usually very tender and good quality- however, this time it felt like the meat has changed to a way, way cheaper cut. The LA galbi is still consistent and delicious, however the onions are just steamed and not cooked down like they use to be. The dumplings are not the same anymore- when they first opened, the dumplings were SO good, now they seem to be frozen ones so I won't be ordering these anymore. I've tried just about everything on the menu and it just depends on who's making it that day as it's all over the place. However with that said, their kimchi and onion Banchan are always the same and I love those so much that I am willing to overlook the inconsistencies. Service is always nice and efficient, and the space is clean. read more

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I've eaten here before and always enjoyed the food, but today was an even better experience. The staff was incredibly welcoming and accommodating, checking in frequently and being very kind throughout my meal. As always, the food was excellent! I ordered the Garlic Soy Chicken, Bulgogi, and Katsu Cheese Curry, and they were all amazing. The Garlic Soy Chicken was especially tender and juicy--it literally melted in my mouth. The Katsu Cheese Curry was fantastic as well, with a flavor that's comparable to the best Japanese curry restaurants. I can't recommend these dishes enough. The side dishes complement the main dishes a lot. I'll definitely be returning! read more

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I come here a lot and I love the food. The service is great. All of the servers are kind, respectful and nice people. When I first came to California, as a big Korean Food lover I had very hard time finding the best place. Jin Cook was the best place I have ever been and I visit pretty often. Thank you for everyone who works here you all are amazing! read more

Jin Cook - Korean Near Me - Northridge, California

The skinny: Quick, attentive service Excellent food Good for talking The lengthy: Down in LA for ShepCon (maybe MacArthur's last ride), getting dinner with church leaders. Right after 6pm we arrived and were greeted and seated straight away. The restaurant is mostly lit over the guest tables, giving it a cavern-like feel. I liked it but it could also feel a little dim and thus harder on the eyes. No kids accompanying me this time but there was an abundance of high chairs available- dark wood, standard strap. The men's bathroom was very clean. I ordered the hot stone bibimbap with bulgogi. Everyone else ordered pork or beef soup. We ordered a seafood pancake and a sou-vide garlic pork to share. Hot stone bibimbap: delicious, tons of food, very filling with the meat Seafood pancake: good amount of seafood, good basic sauce Sou vide garlic pork: garlic paste was amazing- sweet and garlic-tang-y, good with rice Soups: i did not hear any complaints from the beef soup crowd, one pork soup-er said it was a little bland even after adding the shrimp and gochujang paste Overall, a delicious meal. I would definitely return if i venture down this far again! read more

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I'm dedicating my first 2025 post to Jin Cook. This place was extremely delicious! I've been craving for Korean food and noticed Jin Cook has a new chain opened in the Valley near Porter Ranch area. Maybe I'm mentally preparing for my trip to Korea! The food not only looks fantastic in the photos, but they taste amazing in real life! It's located in a typically Valley's strip mall with plenty of parking spaces. The restaurant's atmosphere is very warm/cozy and traditionally decorated. The food was so good. Portions were huge with reasonable prices! We ordered 1/2 of the Kal Guk and chicken curry and thought there was not enough food so I ordered a beef bone soup... I was so wrong lol. The curry hot stone plate is larger than the size of my face! Everything tasted like heaven and the free sides were also great! Staffs were very attentive and food was served relatively fast considering they have lots of customers. Highly recommend this place if you have not been here! Probably the best Korean restaurant in the Valley. read more

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