Kimbap Paradise

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Picked up some Kimbap rolls from here for a get-together. I ordered the marinated beef, sausage, and pork cutlet rolls. My friends and I really liked the pork cutlet rolls! I would highly recommend trying these ones, although they are kind of pricey at $14. I was meh about the marinated beef and sausage. I couldn't really taste any distinct flavors, and I didn't hear any comments from my friends. Service was fast. I placed a phone order and was told the order would be ready in 15 minutes. This was done on a Friday 5/15/26 at lunchtime. The eatery has a small parking lot. On Friday late mornings, parking is not an issue. There was plenty of seating available. read more

Kimbap Paradise - 1.소고기 김밥/Beef Kimbap(2rolls), 6.소세지 김밥/Sausage Kimbap(2rolls), 11.돈까스김밥/Pork Cutlet Kimbap(2rolls) - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Esther C.

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My all-time go-to place for solid Korean food, great catering, and family friendly in-person dining. The food is always good and comes out quickly. The service is friendly, there is free parking, delivery is available via food apps, and the establishment is clean. I have ordered catering from this restaurant many times and it has always been a hit. I would highly recommend Kimbap Paradise for your next event. read more

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Marina S.

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My absolute favorite when I am in a rush. Service is fast whether you are dinning in or taking out. I usually take out and it is perfect every-time. Seating is a bit on the smaller side but it is never too packed. Food is always fresh and tasty. My favorites are the spam and crab roll and shrimp tempura. A full order comes with two pieces so make sure you specify if you only want one roll. read more

Kimbap Paradise - 스팸앤크랩/Spam&Crab(1roll) 12.새우튀김김밥/Shrimp Kimbap(2rolls) - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Shirley W.

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Needed a quick meal before an event and thank goodness this was close by! Also there were plenty of free parking spots available on a weekday evening. I ordered in advance in case to avoid the wait and my order was right at the cashier. Quick to pick up! The restaurant was also very spacious with plenty of tables. I ordered the stir fry fish cake kimbap and honestly the portion and the price was a pretty good value ($10)! I would say that the kimbap could be more flavorful, but definitely very easy and healthy to have. Maybe could have used more sesame oil? Nice experience overall! read more

Kimbap Paradise - 3.오뎅김밥/Fishcake Kimbap(2rolls) - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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J'aime K.

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Ordered their fishcake with $1 add on (sesame leaf) to go. It was pretty solid. I love how they give you extra slices of pickled daikon. It's a great value, 2 rolls for about $10.50 + tax. While waiting for them to make it, I saw on their TV screen they had so many homestyle dishes (Bunshik). - I will definitely go back and dine in to try it all read more

Kimbap Paradise - Fish cake w $1 add on sesame leaf. - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Wai C.

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We ordered takeout: Tuna kimbap x 2 rolls ($10.50) Pork cutlet kimbap x 2 rolls ($14.00) Fishcake kimbap x 2 rolls ($9.50) All kimbap has its own unique flavors, giving us surprise. Even our kids love every bite of it! I wish they have another location closer to Chino Hills. read more

Kimbap Paradise - 2.참치김밥/Tuna Kimbap(2rolls) 3.오뎅김밥/Fishcake Kimbap(2rolls) 11.돈까스김밥/Pork Cutlet Kimbap(2rolls) - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Michelle T.

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If you come here order kimbap. I tried the beef and tuna kimbap. The beef was better, in my opinion. The tuna tasted lemony. I also tried the rice cakes with cheese but it was not good. It tasted overcooked and dry. It was nice that the staff provided soup and side dishes. Parking was free. There's a security guy making sure you are a customer. They have a parking lot shared with other businesses in the plaza. read more

Kimbap Paradise - Tuna kimbap - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Nicole D.

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Food: The fishcake kimbap is huge! It was about $9 and we were shocked how much was in one order. The roll tasted so fresh! The sweet and sour chicken was also great, we thought it paired really well with the kimbap. We only ordered two items and were so full, we're excited to return to try their other items! Parking: There's a free parking lot in the plaza but it can get crowded fast. There's surrounding metered and neighborhood parking. read more

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Bri A.

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Everything we tried was delicious! My friend grew up in Korea, and he said everything was phenomenal and made him miss it. We tried multiple kimbaps, soups, and the spicy pork. Delicious all around! All the banchan were tasty and refillable, which is always nice when you have a particular favorite. Lovely staff and quick service. Definitely plan to return soon! read more

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Juliana T.

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Kimbap Paradise has become my go to place for Kimbap when I pass through town. I love that they offer a variety of Kimbap combinations, my favorites so far being tuna and smoked beef. Yom! I've also tried a couple of other dishes. They did not disappoint. And in the land where there more parking garages than parking lots, I also appreciate sliding in and out and getting on my way easily. Kimbap makes the best roadtrip snacks! read more

Kimbap Paradise - Tuna and smoked beef Kimbap. - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Vanessa D.

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If you're craving Korean food this is the place. The parking lot does have plenty of parking but I did go late at night so there was plenty of sitting and parking. I ordered the spicy rice cakes with ramen noodles and cheese and it was so good. The sauce has enough flavor and it was not too spicy! I also order the bulgogi kimbap and it was so huge, it could feed 2-3 people comfortably! They were both delicious! Absolutely coming back. read more

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Tiffany C.

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Days later I'm still thinking about their food ... I came here a few days ago and I just have to say wow! The presentation was phenomenal and it was more food than I expected. I ordered, marinated beef kimbap which came along with kimchi, yellow radish, white radish and various Korean dishes. The kimbap itself was great and fresh and it also came with an order of miso soup which was not too salty but honestly a really good balance. I also had their sweet and spicy chicken wings, and all I have to say it was worth the price, a little on the spicy side but nothing a nice cold beer can't chill. This place is clean and the service was great and one of my favorite new places to come to for Korean food. I recommend 10/10 read more

Kimbap Paradise - 17.닭강정/Sweet & Spicy Fried Chicken - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Bella G.

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This is an overdue review, but I had to share! I ordered two rolls of kimbap and spicy stir-fried soondae--everything was delicious. Can't wait to go back--drooling just thinking about it! read more

Kimbap Paradise - Kimbap and stir fried soondae - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Tammy T.

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Favorite kimbap spot for three reasons: - I always get the fried shrimp. It comes with the lemony sweet creamy sauce. Tastes fantastic. - They can make it without rice (usually more vegetables) - Easy parking in a lot You can dine there or order ahead online to go. There can be a bit of a wait though either way but I know they are making it fresh to order! One two roll order is good for a light to medium meal (w/o rice). read more

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Steve L.

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Needed a few kimbap to go. When I got there, there is a wall up kiosk to order takeout. Simple to use and also tells you how long it will take for your order. While waiting, saw that they have a busy take out business and also delivery. Order was ready in the upper end of the time given. Fresh, made to order, and enough for a lunch. Presented well in the to go box. Had the fish cake kimbap and the shrimp kimbap. Both were tasty and perfect ratio of rice to ingredients. Definitely one of the best in the K-town area. read more

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Jenny S.

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Good place to go for a quick bite! You can order ahead online for pick up or sit down and order using a convenient kiosk at the tables. We had the shrimp kimbap and crab and spam kimbap (recommend this one). Each roll was $9 but you can get 2 rolls of shrimp kimbap for $14-which is a pretty good deal! read more

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Raquel A.

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I ordered the kimchi spicy pork and the spicy seafood soup and both were very tasty. The service was excellent as well. read more

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Misty E.

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This place is addictive!!! We went twice in one week because the kimbap was so delicious. So here's my summary below: Friendly staff that greeted us when we walked in, helpful with the menu Lots of different kimbap selections Fresh and made to order Very affordable Order via kiosk for takeout Short wait 10-15 mins Large parking lot shared with several other businesses Decent size dining area read more

Kimbap Paradise - Exterior from parking lot - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Ted T.

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Food is absolutely fantastic here... And the owners are so incredibly kind and welcoming. Our favorite place to go.

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Patricia D.

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i love this place so much!! the smoked beef kimbap is my absolute favorite. it's not like the regular bulgogi kimbap you're used to. and honestly everything i've tried has been good! everyone here is nice and friendly. i do recommend you order just enough because they charge 50 cents per to go box. pretty casual place. i've only been during the day so not sure if it gets super crowded at night. read more

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Jacky D.

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I was initially worried at the price because it looked expensive for kimbap, but it's basically two servings and they have single servings for about half price as well! Overall very filling and the kimbaps were packed as well. Beef - my favorite of the trio. the beef had a lot of flavor which I would never had before. only a true ajummas kimbap with love could beat this. 8.7/10 Pork Tonkatsu - i think because it was delivered it was a bit soggy. flavor was okay. def would try again in store. 8.1/10 Cheese - the protein inside of this would be fish cake, which i love. and regular cheddar cheese as well is another guilty pleasure. my friends were meh about this but because of the combination i would say i am a bit biased. 7.8/10 read more

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Jeffrey E.

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They wont take your to-go order as early as 10:40. Wonder if the owner knows the employees close shop early every day?

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Winnie L.

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First of all I wanted to shout out the valet! I was craving kimbap and read the reviews that there was a private lot. Came here around 7pm and all the parking was taken. I was about to leave to find street parking but then the valet asked me if I was here for pick up. I said yes and he let me park for 15 min. Beef Kimbap: 5/5 . So delicious and flavorful! For $10 you get 20 pcs. Service was alright. I wasn't welcomed. I used the self order kiosk. It said waiting for takeout can be 15-20 min. Luckily for me, my order was finished about 15 min! The staff will call your order number when your order is done. Please keep your receipt! There were only about 3 groups eating there, so dine in wasn't too busy. read more

Kimbap Paradise - Beef Kimbap (takeout) - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Chelsea M.

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Our very first time here, it was amazing, we loved it! Great service, the nice gentleman who helped us was very friendly and sweet! Love this place! We will for sure be coming back!! The food was amazing, will for sure be exploring the menu next time ! Ambiance was calm and peaceful:) Thank you soo much Kimbap paradise. read more

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Kimbap Paradise - Miso soup, 한줄우엉/Burdock(1roll) & smoked 1.소고기 김밥/Beef Kimbap(2rolls) , soooo delicious! - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Ip L.

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Amazing food! Excellent service, and the wait is bare minimum. I always get the teokbokki and avocado kimbap. Also their spicy seafood soup, I'm speechless. read more

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Hop N.

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Kimbap Paradise in LA offers a delightful and efficient dining experience, starting with their convenient iPad ordering , makes it easy to browse the menu and customize your order, and we were impressed by how quickly our food arrived. Ordered: Soy garlic fried chicken- It was perfectly crispy and bursting with delicious flavor. We tried a variety of kimbap, each one is made to order so it was fresh and packed with flavor. But crowd favorite was the shrimp one! Fish cake soup- savory broth and so well seasoned would be sooo perfect for colder weather. Rose Spicy Rice Cake- we decided to also add udon in there, first bite was so rich and flavorful, it has a good balance of the creaminess and mildly spicy, making it both comforting and satisfying. It's a popular choice for those who enjoy a fusion of flavors in their Korean street food. The pricing at Kimbap Paradise is very reasonable, especially considering the generous portion sizes making it a great spot for a quick meal or a casual hangout. We left feeling satisfied and impressed with the overall value. I would definitely return for another round of kimbap and that amazing fried chicken! read more

Kimbap Paradise - Fish cake soup $15 - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Kimbap Paradise - 16./Rose Spicy Rice Cake with udong $21 + $3.99 - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Juan F.

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My wife LOVES kimbap so when she found this place we HAD to go. They do have a ton of variety of kimbaps which I truly appreciate. They also offer other dishes like katsues and bibimpabs so theres something for everything. What they do not have is alcohol which is a shame. Lots of free parking in their lot which is a plus in KTown. read more

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Hyun C.

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Visited this place twice in four days, both for carry out. Located near the corner of W 4th and Vermont, it's in a strip mall with a good amount of parking spaces. Ordering was easy via the kiosk and at the counter. Plenty of eating as well for dining in. The kimbap were large, made to order with fresh ingredients. Service was quick, but not overly friendly. read more

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Jane S.

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I was looking for an easy place that does catering, and Kimbap paradise has it! Great presentation, easy to order, and easy pickup too. They have a variety of rolls to choose from, definitely recommend for your next party! read more

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Josue M.

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Service was very FAST, the sweet rice slushy was sooo good. The tuna Gimbap was good too. The place inside is ver welcoming too. They have free parking in the plaza. read more

Kimbap Paradise - Sweet Sikhye(Rice Slushie) - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Judith C.

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Randomly searched up this place for a quick and easy meal and was so pleasantly surprised by the variety and quality of the kimbap here! You can order the kimbap to eat at the restaurant or to go. You can order at the register or if you're feeling like you want to limit social interaction because your social battery is currently at 0%, you can easily order at a kiosk. Service is friendly and quick! There were so many specialty items that I haven't seen before even at other Korean restaurants. Even among the different kimbaps, there's regular, premium, and an option to just get one roll. Option overload for SURE but in this case, it was a good thing. I went with beef kimbap for my first visit, then tried the burdock kimbap at a subsequent visit. Both were delicious and FILLED with ingredients. They do not skimp and I 100% appreciate that. The restaurant itself is clean with lots of seating. I didn't visit during peak mealtimes so I'm not sure how busy it gets. There is a little bit of a wait because they make the food fresh, but the wait wasn't too long so it was worth it imo. Will definitely stop by again when I'm in the area! read more

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Pauline C.

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This is part of my standard, I get to eat what I what, of day. (When my husband doesn't need to be fed lol) Favorite flavors are the spam and fried shrimp! It may take while to make during dinner rush hour. Best kimbap in town and I always recommend it to any friends visiting! I still need to try their other menu options but I get pretty stuffed with just the kimbap alone. read more

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Sharon K.

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I've tried a bunch of things on the menu such as their soba noodles, jjolmyun, spicy rice cakes with cheese, and their kimbaps and everything was solid. My favorite is the Paradise Kimbap. The meat has that delicious fire-grilled flavor, and all the fillings come together for the perfect bite. A close second is the Spicy Anchovy Kimbap! Definitely recommend if you love a bit of spice. * Miso soup is usually provided but in case you dont receive it, dont hesitate to ask for it! read more

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angela l.

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Craving some kimbap and this place did not disappoint.Worth coming here to just to order especially if you are planning to just get some kimbap from the local market. This place is worth it. Had it with the chewy spicy jool myun.Order on the iPad at your table Clean place. read more

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Karen L.

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2 years ago

I came for lunch at around 3pm, the place wasn't empty but it wasn't very busy, most tables were already eating. It took 40 minutes to get our food, the server accidentally gave our kimbap to another table which we were understanding of... But the kitchen forgot to make the cold noodles because the server thought we received all of our food, we had to inform her of our missing item. Overall, service was okay and food was decent. fishcake kimbap 4.8/5 delicious spicy tteokbokki 3.5/5 good flavor, came with a Lot of fishcake, would've been better fresh but i like to wait for everyone to receive their food before eating cold noodles 3/5 just alright read more

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Ashley C.

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Pretty good food for a decent price, and they've been solidly consistent every time I've been. Have tried numerous kimbaps, a couple noodle dishes, and fried chicken. The fried shrimp kimbap is a favorite. read more

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Josephine C.

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Did door dash from this place for lunch. It's super filling. The packaging was great and props to the chef for making compact rolls!! It's so good. I ordered their beef rolls and steamed dumplings. Dumplings were fresh and homemade. Their menu has tons of different rolls and foods. My friend ordered their paradise rolls and absolutely loved it. Definitely ordering from here again. read more

Kimbap Paradise - 1. /Beef Kimbap(2rolls) - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Brittany M.

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Probably one of our favorite Kimbap places in Ktown. It's like the best version of your mom's kimbap. There are a lot of options and the rolls themselves are massive and shareable! The overall vibe is homey when sports games aren't on the big TV screen. Service is good, they are kind and helpful but they have also added iPads at the tables recently which we aren't crazy about. If you're old school like us and don't offer a menu you can ask for one and they'll come over to take your order. They offer a parking lot (sometimes it's Valet sometimes it's not). read more

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Becktoria B.

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I do really like the kimbaps here. It's simple yet filling and is just a great snack. And it's quick service.

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401 S Vermont Ave
Ste 1&2
Los Angeles, CA 90020
Wilshire Center, Koreatown
Directions
(213) 382-3700
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http://www.kimbapparadiseusa.com

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Hours

What time does Kimbap Paradise open?

Kimbap Paradise opens at 8:00 AM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Kimbap Paradise close?

Kimbap Paradise is closed on Monday.Kimbap Paradise closes at 12:00 AM (Next day) on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Kimbap Paradise closes at 11:00 PM on Sunday.

Mon ClosedTue-Sat 8:00 AM - 12:00 AM (Next day)Sun 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Kimbap Paradise take Bitcoin?

No, Kimbap Paradise does not take Bitcoin.

Does Kimbap Paradise take credit cards?

Yes, Kimbap Paradise takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Kimbap Paradise have catering options?

Yes, Kimbap Paradise does have catering options.

Does Kimbap Paradise have a drive thru?

No, Kimbap Paradise does not have a drive thru.

Does Kimbap Paradise have a happy hour?

No, Kimbap Paradise does not have a happy hour.

Does Kimbap Paradise serve alcohol?

Yes, Kimbap Paradise serves alcohol. Beer & Wine Only

Indoor Amenities

Does Kimbap Paradise allow dogs?

No, Kimbap Paradise does not allow dogs.

Does Kimbap Paradise have TVs?

Yes, Kimbap Paradise has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Kimbap Paradise have bike parking?

Yes, Kimbap Paradise has bike parking.

Does Kimbap Paradise have outdoor seating?

Yes, Kimbap Paradise has outdoor seating options.

Does Kimbap Paradise have parking?

Yes, Kimbap Paradise has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Is Kimbap Paradise wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Kimbap Paradise is wheelchair accessible.

Does Kimbap Paradise have free WiFi?

Yes, Kimbap Paradise has free WiFi.

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Visited Hangari on Saturday evening to try their renown Kalguksu with some friends. I've known that…read morespecific parking lot/strip mall to be a nightmare parking wise, so I bit the bullet and used the on-site valet. There is sometimes street parking but the availability is rough, it's tough to park, and even one of the meters we ended up at just didn't work. They only charge a $5 cash service charge though, which isn't bad. We were lucky to be seated right away, even in a packed restaurant. The restaurant has a surprisingly modern design, and is comfortable for as small as it is. We were quickly served their signature kimchis and barley rice. The kimchi, particularly the yeolmu (young summer radish) kimchi, has a unique flavor profile well suited to their food. We ordered 2 bowls of their plain kalgooksu, 1 bibim milmyun, and 1 tteokbokki. The food came out fairly quickly. The kalgooksu was as expected the star of the show. The anchovy broth brings a savory complexity that seems impossible for a soup made from just dried fish and a few other ingredients. It even has a rich, almost thick, quality to it that is surprising for a fish broth. Their noodles, the titular kalgooksu, have the signature irregularity and chew of knife cut noodles. I appreciate the vegetables that always come in kalgooksu, like potato, pumpkin, and zucchini, which offer an earthy heartiness to the light soup. My only complaint is that the potato is in huge irregular chunks, and is barely cooked, though I feel like I have had this issue with many of the kalgooksu bowls I've had over the years. The bibim milmyun was solid. I think that I prefer the texture and flavor of naengmyeon buckwheat noodles, but the milmyun, which are made with mostly wheat flour, still provide a satisfying chew. The sauce tasted bright and fresh, especially with a splash of added vinegar. It also came with a small side portion of spicy pork and some rice paper to wrap. The tteokbokki was the one let down of the meal. To be fair, I wasn't expecting much out of tteokbokki at all restaurant like this whose specialty is essentially the opposite. I ordered the tteokbokki as a "safe pick" for a picky eater in the group. It turned out to be a bit mediocre in our opinion, and that friend ended up enjoying their kalgooksu anyways. If you're looking to try this dish, it's definitely one of if not the best I've had in Southern California, so I'd totally recommend it. I'll also warn to steer clear of the Garden Grove restaurant of the same name and specialty. I think it's a disappointing mimicry of this place.

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(MEDIUM) Hangari Bossam (Serves 2)

Anju House

It was my first time here. The place is very nice and love the decor…read more The parking is valet or street parking. The service was very good. The chicken was a little in the dry side but overall all the food was good. We will be back!

I'll start with the positives. The location is very nice. Designed with an elegant, but…read moreminimalistic vibe. I love that, traditional mixed modern social dining feel. I had placed a phone order, for pick up; upon arrival, I found the service was prompt. I saw my food ready to go, just past the main walk-in area. Almost immediately after that, I was taken care of by the host and on my way. I've been waiting to try this place for ages so on the drive back to work I was excited to steal a piece of meat from the bag. Initial bite flavor was good, meat was tender just a bit on the chewy side.. I wasn't bothered by it too much as I'd have to leave it in an oven warmer at work. Trying to keep food warm, in doing so, I knew there'd be only two possible outcomes, melting tender or either tough & dry. So, the dish of meat and rice sat in the warmer for almost an hour hour and a half. The downhill slope.... Set the "meat " on the veggies and began to eat. Meat after meat, I kept experiencing the same exact texture. It was the same exact rubbery chew, I initially tasted. Each and every piece was the same exact flavor. There was no peak, there was no pitfall. If you cook or grill, you know this is a red flag. Normally, consistency would be a good thing, a Master craftsman type experience, but this was NOT it. As go on, I get the sinking feeling, this can't be real meat. I lock in, the deeper I dig, each piece looks the same, broken apart the same, tastes the same, just various shapes. They can call me crazy for this one - I'll stand by it. Something is not right here. I'm not even going to throw it away. I'm going to study it for the next few days and post an updated review. I hope I'm wrong but as of right now, I'll never revisit this place. Too freaky of an experience. We

0.4 mi•Wilshire Center, Koreatown

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Sun Nong Dan

4.3(3k reviews)

Delayed review...so it is unfortunate it shows permanently closed :/…read more Sun Nong Dan was on my to-try list for awhile! Came by around 6PM on a Sunday. Surprisingly, no wait, though parking was getting filled up. Valet for $5, or street parking if able. Two of us ordered: #3, ox bone soup with assorted meats $20.99 #7, galbi tang $22.99 Their brown rice is actually purple rice. I personally ate most of the #3. I thought the flavors were nice and the amount of meat was more than expected, which was nice. Would definitely be back! I'm sure it could be rough in the area if you had to wait more than 20-30 minutes.

We came here after hitting a local dive bar in DTLA and I was pretty faded from drinking strong…read moredrinks at the bar. I was happy to see this is a 24 hours location and I wanted warm soup for comfort food to sober me up. The restaurant is in a small strip mall that offers valet service but we were able to find free street parking. I got the oxtail beef bone broth soup and it definitely hit the spot for comfort. I'm so sorry in my drunk state I ended up spilling my broth all over the table and floor. The staff were so sweet and understanding, I kept apologizing to them.

0.3 mi•Wilshire Center, Koreatown

Pickled jalepenos w/ hot mustard, dipping sauce

Kinchi and radishes

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Pickled peppers

Danbi

4.5(383 reviews)

We went shortly after they opened and it got busier as the night went on. The Honey butter chips…read moreare dripping with the honey butter sauce & I wished I had a whole bowl of that. The Grilled jowl was thinly sliced & one of my favorite dishes of the night! The Zabuton came out still sizzling on a bed of onions- I absolutely loved this & it is definitely shareable between 2 or more people. The Scallop pancake had baby scallops cooked in to it- very fluffy & filling, another shareable dish between 2 or more people. The Mushroom bibimbap mixed with the sauce is a great vegetarian dish! Parking- $10 self park in the plaza

Food Seaweed salad…read more Elevated and the best I've had, easily. The only issue is I can't really eat too much of it. The cherry tomatoes bursted with acidity and umami. 4.7/5 Honey butter chips. I've eaten an alarming amount of chips in my life and I will say these are solid but nothing noteworthy. The chips had no warmth to them and were slathered with decently flavorful honey butter that pooled to the bottom. 4.2/5 Mushroom bimibap - A very balanced dish with cohesive elements. Wish there were more mushrooms as they of course were the best part. The chili sauce was solid but the dish benefitted when we added another half portion of it and mixed it in. 4.4/5 Waygu - A decent flavor (definitely needed the flakey salt), portion and a nice medium rare cook, wall to wall. The steak was not as tender as I hoped it would be and some extra chewing was required. The banchan was all solid. It reminded me of Cote's but actually edible. 4.5/5 Yuzu popsicle - Definitely the best popsicle I've ever had. Refreshing and light. Balanced sweet to sour flavor. 4.7/5 Service A decent job. Good hostess. The steak took longer than expected to come out? Perhaps the kitchen messed it up and had to start over. Either that or maybe the waiters were busy. Or maybe it just takes a while to make it. Not sure. The waitress did the job competently but nothing above that. Overall, definitely not Michelin level service. 4.4/5 Ambiance A little too loud and it affected the entire vibe because I had to raise my voice to speak with the waitress. It became easier to just use nods and thumbs up. Like Cobis, a very modern and upscale restaurant that is hampered by lighting that is too dark. Pictures turned out good because I used another phone's flash. Just a little more light would be so much of an improvement without losing the romantic intent. Bathroom was average. 4.5/5 Overall, I had a solid meal that left my mood elevated. The service or food weren't as good as Cobis, Barsha, Ammatoli, or even Sonoratown - all top LA restaurants, but still worthy of a experience and I may return. 4.5/5 I would highly recommend Chois in San Diego as an extremely similar modern Korean fusion restaurant that also had better food, service, and ambiance. That place was 5/5 in every way.

0.5 mi•Wilshire Center, Koreatown

Inside bar

Perilla Cild Noodle

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Pork cheek

Kobawoo House

4.3(1.6k reviews)

What more can I say? This K-town staple consistently delivers when you're craving Korean cuisine…read more We started our meal with a generous portion of Haemool Pajeon (Seafood Pancake), which arrived sizzling on a hot plate reminiscent of a Chili's Fajita Plate. Next came the main attraction: the Bossam Plate, featuring simmered and cooled pork belly sliced to perfection. When you wrap all the other ingredients together, they create the perfect bite. Just after the Bossam Plate hits the table, a bubbling cauldron of Kimchi JJigae (Kimchi Stew) follows behind just in time to help wash down the delectable bites of bossam. Don't forget to order some rice because you'll need something to soak up the stew which turns the rice into a whole meal by itself. The service was jovial and welcoming, and like other Korean establishments, they have a handy-dandy button that jolts the attention of every server working whenever you're in need of service. The small space is very cozy, just the way I like it when I'm visiting with my loved ones. They don't have an extensive menu, just the OG staple items, but I feel the taste has improved over the years. I wish Kobawoo were closer to where I live, or I would be here this weekend, but perhaps it's a good thing we're so far apart.

This place has been here for so long, I haven't been here in yrs! I was in the area so I decide to…read moredo a take out for lunch to take home for me and my family, such a disappointment! $76.80 for 3 dishes and what a puny portions these are, like a kid's portion. Very small kimchi maybe one or two bites. Three orders that I'm surprised that they give such a small amount of banchan. How can establishment justify this high priced meal for such small portions? God and I drove all the way from South Bay, stuck in traffic for almost 1 1/2 hrs of this. Maybe this is the type of place you should dine in only?? Do not ever do take out here! The food in general was just ok. Nothing special and Kimchi soup was very salty. Threw all 3. Wow, what a waste of money. Very disappointing... I guess I won't be coming here ever again.

Popular place. Had to wait 30 minutes for a table for 6 on a weekday at 6:15pm which is not bad!

Lunch Jangban Guksoo

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Jangban Guksoo Vegan

Borit Gogae

4.4(511 reviews)

1.0 mi•Koreatown

Be prepared to walk away feeling very full. We got the set meal here, which came served with…read moreappetizers, barley rice, a lot of banchan (and by that I meant a LOT), soup, congee, dessert, etc. It was definitely more than enough food. We also got an additional order of LA kalbi for some protein. The meat quality was good but I felt like the meat was not marinated long enough and so the flavor was a little bit lacking. If only it just sat in the marinade for a couple more hours, I think this would have been perfect. The tofu soup was not my favorite, to be very honest. There was some flavor in there that made it smell like a stinky towel. Very different from other soondubu soup places and unfortunately not for me. Everything else we had was excellent and I would definitely come back again just for the barley rice and banchan. Service was quick and servers were nice. We also came at 3pm on Saturday so there was no wait. Recommended!

Across the street from the new Zion market is this wonderful and unique Korean eatery. Unlike most…read moreof the run-of-the-mill Korean restaurants in Koreatown this restaurant serves unique appetizers and a multi-course set menu that gives you a taste of a variety of authentic Korean village food - like pumpkin porridge and acorn jelly salad. It's a lot of food for the price ($35 pp at this writing). While the minimum order is for 2 people, we've tried sharing the 2-people order among 3 and it worked for us, with addition of a couple of other items from the menu. The Korean BBQ beef is at par with most other nice restaurants in K town; their marinated crab was delicious! Service is okay - given how busy they are! Most servers are not very conversant in English so a little patience would help you get the right things you need. Nice and unique vibe with Korean handicraft items and art work on display (and for sale, I believe).

0.3 mi•Wilshire Center, Koreatown

Restaurant decor- art work and Korean figurines

Barley rice mixed with side dishes

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Grilled spareribs

Ham Ji Park

4.2(1.8k reviews)

Really sad that Ham Ji Park is closing down permanently. For years, this place has been our…read morefamily's go-to place for pork spare ribs - the best in town. In fact, we regularly brought visitors here. They raved about how good the spare ribs were and even insisted that their last meal before LA should be at Ham Ji Park. Here's my belated review of what I consider the best spare ribs in LA. From the moment the Korean-style spare ribs arrived at the table, it was clear this was a dish worth savoring. Each rib bore a beautifully charred exterior--deeply caramelized without a hint of bitterness--offering that irresistible smoky aroma the moment it was placed before us. The glaze was nothing short of spectacular. A perfect balance of sweet and spicy, it clung to the meat with a glossy sheen that promised flavor in every bite. There was just enough heat to make your taste buds sit up and pay attention, but it never overwhelmed the deeper, richer notes of the sweet components. But what truly set these ribs apart was the texture. Beneath the charred surface lay meat so tender it practically fell off the bone with the gentlest tug of a fork. Each bite was juicy and succulent, the result of careful cooking and a respect for quality ingredients. Ham Ji Park, you will be missed. Thank you for the memories. Thank you for the food.

tl;dr the delectable pork ribs overshadow the otherwise authentic but standard lineup at this…read morenow-shuttered Korean stalwart Los Angeles Koreatown is home to restaurants that specialize in every facet of Korean cuisine. If you're searching for some of the city's best pork, then those in the know will bring up Ham Ji Park. For 2 decades, generous platters of pork ribs and pork neck stew decked every table. Now, our Korean friends lament the loss of their favorite pork joint in the city. The Koreatown proper location is located in the Royal Plaza mini-mall, just a few blocks off bustling Wilshire. Discounted parking is available in a lot across the street from the Chevron gas station. From the street, the entrance is flanked by potted plants and an enclosed street-ery. Inside, stainless steel chairs are pressed up against wooden tables, each outfitted with a metal grill. Oppressive fluorescent lighting shines down on the stone grey walls, which are left undecorated apart from a few flatscreens. Multi-lingual chatter blends with the sizzle of platters. I visited with some friends for a weeknight dinner, and about half of the tables were occupied. We shared a spread of grilled platters and sizzling soups. The meal began with a carafe of barley tea and a mostly standard spread of banchan. Across our food, the best dish was the signature Charbroiled Pork Spare Rib. The ribs were flavorful without feeling gamey, and the meat was complemented by sweet caramelized onions. The pork ribs handily outdid the good-not-great Charbroiled Beef Short Rib. Lastly, the Milt and Cod Rose with Vegetables stew was fishy and briny, appropriately flavored for the Korean palate. The service was appropriately attentive, although I would've appreciated more intentional refills of our banchan ramikens. The rib plates cost upward of $35 each, while the soup was just under $30. The portions were hearty; a single entree platter could reasonably feed 2 moderately hungry bellies. It's a shame to hear that Ham Ji Park has closed; I'm kicking myself for not trying their pork neck stew earlier.

1.3 mi•Koreatown, Wilshire Center

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Dasom

4.4(251 reviews)

It is really amazing. I wish to visit here more often to…read moretaste Korean cuisine. Compared to other restaurants, it is the most delicious. Strongly recommend to visit.

They have the best soups in Los Angeles and cuts of meat. Our recommended!! my Brother.read more

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Galbijjim

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Spicy gukbab

Jinsol Gukbap - 3rd St

4.5(859 reviews)

0.6 mi•Koreatown

Good pork soup, Good bbq beef and good fishcake! Good service! Good soups really warm and tasty!read more

Jinso is my favorite Togo in LA. I love the soup and pancake so much! Highly recommendedread more

0.7 mi•Koreatown, Wilshire Center

Counter area

Never disappointed!!

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Kimchi Jjigae with Pork Belly

Ahgassi Gopchang

4.3(2.8k reviews)

I thoroughly enjoyed my time at Ahgassi Gopchang. The food is always good as is the service and…read moreambiance. I highly recommend making reservations because this place gets packed and the wait is long. Zoey took good care of us and made sure we had all we needed. Very much appreciated that she took her time cooking the meat for us. Overall I love coming here when I'm in town!

We got the Ahgassi combo & it was AMAZINGGG! Stella & Haeun cooked the meats perfectly & we're…read moresuper quick with the service. Thank you so much ! 10/10 would recommend !