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    Jincook

    4.6 (395 reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 10:30 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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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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    Dulan's Soul Food Kitchen

    Dulan's Soul Food Kitchen

    3.6
    (1.8k reviews)
    8.8 mi
    $$
    Family-owned & operated
    Free parking

    A survivor in a city that had several thriving Soul Food restaurants in the 80's when I first…read morearrived in California. Like many restaurants, they have had their ups and downs, but they are hanging on. We have bought the Family Special which is no longer a Sunday option, but on other days. For just under $50, we had a whole Baked Chicken, 3 sides and corn muffins. The Chicken is always well seasoned and cooked well. Our favorite sides are the Collard Greens, Yams and Black Eyed Peas. We had some friends and family over, so we purchased 2 Family Specials and some extra Corn Muffins. That was plenty for 7 adults and 2 children with a little leftovers. Although, we have had some negative experiences here previously, we still dine there by take-out mostly. The owner does listen to and reads reviews. That doesn't happen every.

    *** Los Angeles Times 101 Best Restaurants (2022): #75 ***…read more I have to admit, both of us were a bit disappointed by Dulan's Soul Food Kitchen. Came here on a Friday for dinner around 6:15pm and were seated inside at a table right away. Service was quick, efficient, and friendly. The ambiance was nice, as well. That said, the food did not really live up to the hype. Particularly, the fried chicken was very dry. The baked chicken was quite a bit better, but the cornbread muffins were probably my favorite food item. If in the area, I'd still say this spot is worth checking out if you're curious. Just don't come in with super high expectations. Maybe we caught them on an off night.

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    Mac N Cheese
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    Baby Blues BBQ

    Baby Blues BBQ

    3.9
    (2.8k reviews)
    2.7 mi
    $$

    THIS FOOD HEALED US. Service was absolutely incredible/personal. Didn't know it was the OG Baby…read moreBlues location. Tasted identical to the Philly one (I haven't been since 2016). Will be going back for nostalgic BIG reasons specifically $1 wings weekdays 4-6pm (mon to thurs OR mon to friday - sorry my memory is fuzzy for the range perhaps call first before heading if you want this deal) Memphis ribs - 9/10 Brisket - some parts dry tough but the parts that weren't were GOOD 7.5-8/10 BREAD PUDDING 10/10 Fixings- corn bread 8/10, Mac and cheese 8/10, corn 5/10

    Baby Blues BBQ is great. It is ever so cute and clean and the service is just the best. We have had…read moreit for pick up and dinned there. The service is great, no matter which way you go. They are nice and know their menu well. I personally love all their sides and can make a meal just out of those. Their Hush Puppies and Fried Green Tomatoes are the best. Their Baked Beans are great as are their Cole Slaw, super tasty mac and cheese and you will love their collard greens. Their fried okra is the best and we love their mashed potatoes and pork and beans. You have to have their cornbread and pay the additional 0.50 C for the honey butter. All of their BBQ meats are great. We love their brisket and their tri tip is wonderful. You get corn bread and sides if you order it as a platter. Do that. Their baby baked ribs are so good and they come in different sizes. You can even get a great pork sandwich. Have fun.

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    Baby Blues BBQ
    Memphis Style Ribs with Pulled Pork
    Memphis Style Ribs with Pulled Pork
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    Honey's Kettle Fried Chicken

    Honey's Kettle Fried Chicken

    3.5
    (3.9k reviews)
    4.6 mi
    $$

    It's been a few years since I went to Honey's Kettle. It used to be a 5 star but now it's closer to…read more3-4. It's never been cheap, but now it's more expensive and the quality has gone down. The sides are good, the waffle is terrible, but the chicken was rubbery and dry. Seemed like it had not been brined enough or lower quality chicken is being used. Shame because it used to be so good!

    This spot had been on my list of places to try for a while and we finally got to try it. After the…read moreinitial sticker shock of the prices I ended up ordering an original fried chicken sandwich combo and my boyfriend ordered a 3 piece combo. I really enjoyed my sandwich and the honey I added just enhanced the flavor so much. In my opinion it would've been a lot better with just a big piece of lettuce instead of the mixed salad (with carrots and all) in it though. My boyfriend also really enjoyed his 3 piece. I also ordered a lemon cheddar biscuit on the side and I would honestly go back just for that biscuit. It took me by complete surprise because it was just that amazing. I will say the inconstancy of seasoning on the fries in the same order really threw me off. My fries were so good and very well seasoned while my boyfriends were unseasoned and extremely bland but they give you a really good amount of fries so I shared mine with my boyfriend. Overall I would definitely recommend this place.

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    The chicken breast was so juicy
    The chicken breast was so juicy
    4 Piece Chicken Meals + Honeys Own Fresh Coleslaw

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    Stevie's Creole Cafe

    Stevie's Creole Cafe

    3.9
    (1.3k reviews)
    6.6 mi
    $$

    Just went for the first time on July 12th. I had the South LA breakfast with grits, fried chicken…read more(breast and a wing), scrambled eggs fried hard. My girlfriend ordered the creole catfish with crawfish sauce, rice, red pepper cabbage, and Mac n cheese. We had two corn bread muffins with peach cobbler butter. Out of scale of 5 Grits, 5, perfect amount of butter. They had fried onions on top,.. I never see that before but it was fire Pancakes, 6, past the scale, if you like fluffy pancakes, these are perfect. Fried chicken, 4.5, breast wasn't dry like white meat usually is and that batter was crispy and very well seasoned. Personally I didn't need any hot sauce. Be careful with that spicy ranch, it tasted like a ball of fire in my mouth. Creole Catfish, 7, past the scale! That crawfish sauce and seasoned rice made that catfish taste heavenly, nbs. Mac n cheese, 4, taste like your granny made it. I loved the bake with some char on the cheese. Red Pepper Cabbage, 5, I don't even like cabbage like that but this was seasoned to perfection! If you like Caribbean cabbage (it's not the same but similar) you would fs like this. Cornbread, 3.5 with the butter, you HAVE to put the butter on it. I think it's made that way on purpose because the peach cobbler butter is what makes it good. Overall great atmosphere and good service. Keep in mind the restaurant is small so if you want to eat inside and not on the front patio, you might have to be patient to wait for a party to finish up since there aren't many tables inside. We happened to catch a table right when some people were leaving so we didn't have to wait long for them to clean the table and sit us. After we ordered, we weren't waiting forever for our food and the two ladies that were working front of the house were doing everything from packing Togo orders to serving food. As busy as they were, they still took the time to help my girl decide what to order and made sure we our food came out the way we wanted it.

    PHENOMENAL! So good it makes you wanna slap yo mamma! Hats off to the great service that Morgan…read moreprovided us with. We started out with some cornbread muffins (jalapeño cheddar, banana chocolate chip, and blueberry). Delicious! Then the fried pickles were light and flaky with some cool ranch + tangy Cajun sauce. And finally my catfish po'boy was TO DIE FOR!! S/o to those hand-cut fries. My girlfriend got the shrimp nawlins and her dad got an omelet with potatoes. You best believe we'll be back here real soon!

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    Great indoor seating!
    Great indoor seating!
    Fried soft shell crabs
    Fried soft shell crabs
    Stevie's Seafood Gumbo

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