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    Jincook

    4.6 (395 reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 10:30 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Mushroom Japchae
    Kristopher C.

    Yummy high-quality Korean food easily accessible to Culver City, Century City, Brentwood and of course Santa Monica. We tried the Garlic Suyuk, a sous vide pork in delicious broth with house made garlic butter and Ssamjang. Excellent and highly recommended! Also the vegetarian mushroom japchae: fresh glass noodles and tasty mix of wood ear and other mushrooms. The restaurant is cozy without feeling cramped and our server Christina took excellent care of us. Will definitely be back!

    Katsu combo (chicken & fish), Braised Beef Short Rib (Galbi-Jjim), seafood Spicy Tofu Stew (Soondubu)
    Kathy X.

    This is THE best Korean restaurant I've been to in LA, which is a BIG statement (I eat Korean food a lot)! My favorite bites were the galbi jjim, the meat is so tender and everything is super flavorful, the fish katsu is so tender, and the steamed dumplings are packed with flavor! We also tried the chicken katsu and seafood tofu soup and both were really yummy too! Also their kimchi is really fresh and umami, it's my favorite kind of kimchi! Food comes out quickly and service is fantastic too!

    Tteokbokki (Spicy Rice Cake)
    Tiffany L.

    Came here on a Tuesday around 7pm and luckily got seated immediately. We were actually the last table before a wait started forming. There's plenty of parking in the back, plus outdoor seating if you do have to wait. I've been seeing Jincook all over TikTok, so I was excited to finally try it. My table of 3 ordered the $10 Tuesday rice cakes, galbi jjim, and a seafood pancake. The portions were HUGE! We didn't finish a single dish and happily took leftovers home for the next day. Service was okay. The staff seemed busy, but we were always able to get someone's attention when needed. Overall, I enjoyed my experience here. The easy parking is a huge plus, and I'd come back if I'm ever in the area again.

    Bulgogi and beef bone broth
    Kelsey S.

    Jincook honestly exceeded my expectations. The aesthetic is cozy and elevated at the same time, the staff was incredibly welcoming, and the portions were HUGE. I definitely recommend ordering family style so everyone can try a little bit of everything. What we tried Beef Bone Broth (Seollung-Tang): 9/10 Very comforting without feeling heavy. The broth was super clean! Sous Vide Garlic Pork Belly (Garlic Suyuk): 10/10 Probably my favorite dish of the night. The pork belly was insanely tender and flavorful, and the garlic made it even better. LA Galbi (Korean BBQ Rib): 10/10 Super juicy with a perfect sweet-savory marinade. The portion was generous too. Tteokbokki (Spicy Rice Cake): 8/10 The rice cakes here were perfectly chewy! The sauce had a nice kick without being overpowering. Bulgogi Hotstone: 9/10 The beef stayed flavorful and warm the entire meal. It also came with rice and an egg which complimented the dish perfectly!

    Judy H.

    Delicious food and great service! Very nice and clean inside. A good dining experience and the portions were very big!

    Hotteok
    Andrew L.

    This is one of my favorite Korean spots in Santa Monica. Further away from Ktown, this hits all of the right flavors, while being so filling! Definitely head there early before the rush hours since it does get packed. It's a small restaurant, nice seatings and a good spot to catch up with friends. Food: great! Their soups are just so comforting and makes you feel so energized after eating. Their mandu is really good too! Service: nice! The waiting staff are super nice and although there are just a couple of them, they are attentive and check up on you.

    Beef Short Rib Soup (Galbi-Tang)
    Miranda L.

    the galbi jjim here is quite delicious. Good flavor and tenderness. A bit on the sweet side. The short rib soup is also very good. Impeccable service and good ambiance and decor.

    Bulgogi hot stone with egg - soooo good!!
    Rachel C.

    Loved coming here last night!! I've been dying to try Jincook for a while, and I finally visited with my husband and our friends. My husband and I split the tteokbokki (with cheese) and the bulgogi hot stone (with egg), and our friends got the bulgogi hot stone and the spicy tofu stew (with egg). We all loved the bulgogi hot stone!! My friend said the stew was delicious and my husband was very envious - it looked so good and came with a side of rice to eat with it. The tteokbokki was also very good and the cheese definitely helped make it a little less spicy. It was very good, but I think I would have preferred a soup or additional hot stone. The spicy pork looks amazing, but so does everything else! It was tough to choose. My friend and I also got the koreanade to drink (I got passion fruit and she got a berry flavor). They were delicious and so refreshing! We really enjoyed coming here. The inside is nice and clean, and the service was great. Everyone was nice and we were seated right away without even joining the waitlist (possibly because people are out of town for Coachella? Unclear, but I'm not complaining!) Can't wait to come back and try more options!

    Melissa W.

    I love eating here and enjoy the ambiance. I try to go when it's not busy. Food is expensive but it is top notch. Consider going with a group and sharing. Their dumplings and chapjae were delicious. High quality ingredients and great flavor!

    Jalapeno Cheese Katsu with Curry
    Christina C.

    came here right when they opened on saturday. there's parking in the back which is appreciated. the place is nice, clean, and well decorated. the staff was very attentive and helpful with ordering. the food was delicious. everything came out super fast and hot. the portion sizes were hefty too which was nice. they have a wide variety of korean food and is fairly authentic. the ban chan was great and the fried dumplings were so yummy. i've never seen stuffed katsu before but i can't wait to come back and try the sweet potato one

    LA Galbi (Korean BBQ Rib)
    Melissa H.

    Overall, it's a solid spot with a really nice interior and great service to match. We ordered the Brisket Hot Stone and the LA Galbi, and both were winners in terms of value. The portions are definitely fair for the price point. While the meat quality was perfectly fine, the absolute star of the show for me was the rice. It was incredibly soft and fluffy and honestly, it was the highlight of the meal. I would definitely return just for the fluffy rice!

    Tteokbokki (Spicy Rice Cake)
    Sophia Y.

    This is now my third time coming here. This place is great if you want some good korean food that's simple and filling! Their hot stone dishes are quite good are probably the best thing I've tried! My favorite is probably the bulgogi hot stone, as it is both delicious and generous in its portion size. Perfect if you just want a lot of meat and rice. Their seafood pancake was yummy but massive. Personally, I prefer a thinner pancake, but the flavor was quite good. I will say the spicy tteokbeokki was quite spicy. Both my friend and I had trouble finishing it (and our spice tolerances are pretty good).

    Rose Tteokbokki (Rose Spicy Rice Cake)
    Tena D.

    dare i say the yummiest korean food in LA? at least for vegetarians, this place is definitely one of the more accommodating korean restaurants. they allowed me to order the rose tteokbokki without the meat, and lemme say it is just as delicious. the waitress was hesitant to allow us to order it, but i ensured her that i would still enjoy it with just the sauce and rice cakes lol!! there is also a vegetarian option for the korean pancake, which was perfectly crispy and paired well with the sweet soy sauce. this is my first time trying the mushroom curry, and while it was good, i think i still prefer the mushroom japchae and veggie bimbimbap! i do appreciate the number of vegetarian options though :) will be back for $10 tteokbokki tuesdays!! :0

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    Ask the Community - Jincook

    Do they take reservations?

    I don't believe so. Only options are walk-in where you put your name on a tablet (or can join on your own device via yelp) or take-out.

    Do they offer Chop Chae?

    Yes they have mushroom jap chae with truffle oil as one of their dishes. It's good if you like the truffle flavor!

    Do you have outdoor seating? Dog friendly?

    Yes

    Are you guys waiting for an alcohol license or something? I'm ok just eating the food, please open already :)

    We're waiting for our alcohol license! Coming very soon!!

    Supposed to open in April 2024. When are you guys opening?

    WE ARE OPEN NOW!!

    When the heck are you guys opening already??????!!!!?

    WE ARE OPEN NOW!!

    When will the restaurant open?

    WE ARE OPEN NOW!

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    Pine Tree KBBQ

    Pine Tree KBBQ

    4.0
    (101 reviews)
    2.6 mi

    I was looking for a Korean BBQ spot outside of Koreatown so I could avoid the weekday traffic, and…read moreI'm so glad I found this hidden gem! It seems to be a family-run restaurant, and you can really feel the care they put into everything. The restaurant was exceptionally clean, which was one of the first things I noticed. The food was delicious and offered great value for the price. While it may not be a luxury Korean BBQ experience, everything was fresh, flavorful, and well-prepared. For what you pay, it's an excellent meal, and it's definitely a place I'd happily come back to. What really stood out was the service. The owner was incredibly friendly, welcoming, and attentive throughout our meal. Their genuine hospitality made the experience even more enjoyable. If you're craving Korean BBQ but don't want to deal with driving to Koreatown and sitting in traffic, I highly recommend checking this place out. Great food, great service, a spotless restaurant. I'll definitely be back!

    It was okay overall, but I didn't feel like I was really able to cook my own food. I felt watched…read morethe whole time, like I wasn't cooking my meat "right," which took away from the experience. I know how I like my food, so I wasn't a fan of being hovered over or having my food taken off the grill before I felt it was done. I also didn't like that the uncooked meats were being placed with the cooked meat. I prefer to keep those separate, so that was a big downside for me. The squid being mixed with the bulgogi wasn't something I enjoyed either. On top of that, we spent around $90 and barely got much meat, which didn't feel worth the price. We were also handed the check before our time limit was even up, which made us feel rushed. The bulgogi itself was good, and the restaurant was clean, but the overall atmosphere made it hard to fully enjoy the meal. For the price, I feel like you can find better options with higher-quality sides as well.

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    Pork belly on the grill, ribeye waiting for grill space.
    Pork belly on the grill, ribeye waiting for grill space.
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    Hangari Kalguksu

    Hangari Kalguksu

    4.4
    (3.3k reviews)
    10.2 mi
    $$
    Women-owned & operated
    10 years in business

    We came in during lunch time on a Sunday and there was a quick and short wait time…read more Food: We got Hangari Bossam (Medium) and Milmyun Cold Noodles. Both were very good and tasty especially since it was a very hot day. It was too much food for two people so we took it home. As for side dishes, personally I'm not a fan of pickled things so if you love it then it would be great for you. Service: We were able to take our order while waiting in line so once we actually got seated it felt like it didn't take long to actually eat the food. They were quick and accommodating to requests made. Ambiance: It was nice with music playing while eating. Comfortable dining experience. Parking: It was on a lot that only has valet parking which was $5 cash only. You can do street parking but hard to find since it's downtown area.

    I'll make the drive out to LA for this place. Always go when my sister is in town…read more Their bossam is my go-to. We usually get the large bossam and love that they include jowl. I honestly don't know another place that does it. We've also tried: * army stew (4.5/5) * chicken kalguksu (4/5) * clam kalguksu (5/5) * bibim milmyon (5/5) * milmyon cold noodle (4/5) Everything has been good. The kalguksu portions are especially big, and their side dishes are always great. The restaurant is clean, service is fast, and I love the free rice they give you at the beginning with soybean paste on top. Definitely one of my favorite Korean spots in LA.

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    Bossam jowl combo
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    Manpuku Japanese BBQ Dining - West LA

    Manpuku Japanese BBQ Dining - West LA

    4.0
    (846 reviews)
    1.8 mi
    $$

    I've lived 10 minutes away from this place for years and I'm so mad I didn't visit it sooner. Dined…read morehere yesterday with a friend and we ordered the traditional omakase since it was my first time there. It was a good way to try a little bit of everything and the portions were just right. I left feeling full enough to be satisfied but not like I ate too much. I also really appreciated how the waiters brought out the food a few at a time so we could eat at our own pace. Our server was very kind and accommodating to us and the guests around us, which made for a very comfortable atmosphere. I genuinely don't have any pictures for this review because it looked so good that I couldn't wait to eat. Overall 10/10, will dine here again!

    The Bottom Line: 5 stars: A nice Yakiniku (Japanese Barbeque) spot for high quality food and great…read moreattentive service. Location 4 stars: In the busy Sawtelle area. Surrounded by many competitors and many great Asian restaurants and Japanese novelty shops. Parking can be a challenge. There are limited metered parking spots on the streets and many paid parking garages nearby which I would recommend. Parking on residential streets is at your risk only as they have complex rules about when the parking is allowed and when it requires a resident permit. You may get a ticket worth several trips to paid parking garages :D Venue 4 stars: Medium-sized facility with indoor seating. Japanese style smokeless grilles at the table. You cook your own food. They take reservation on Open Table which I highly recommend. Service 5 stars: Staff were friendly, attentive, and super helpful. Food and Drinks 5 stars: Japanese-inspired food with some Korean influence as well. Excellent, high quality meat and vegetables and good selection of beer on tap and bottle, sake, wine and non-alcoholic beverages. They offer AYCE (All You Can Eat), packages and à la carte. We went with à la carte. We had the Spicy Beef Soup, the Garlic Fried Rice which comes in a hot pot and is mixed at your table, the Kimchi Cold Tofu, the Yakiniku-style Cabbage Salad, the Ikura Tamagoyaki (Japanese Omelet appetizer with Salmon Eggs on top), the Angus Trip Tip, the Prime Skirt, the Prime Hanger Steak and the Chicken Thigh. All were excellent and highly recommended.

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    Manpuku Japanese BBQ Dining - West LA
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    Father's Day Special Lobster Tail
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