In LA's Koreatown, I visited LEE GA -- a place where the flavors settle in quietly but linger long after the meal. I tried their seokgalbi, jaengban naengmyeon, ugeoji galbitang, and handmade dumplings. LEE GA is known as a K‑Town favorite for its clean, home‑style Korean cooking, steady broths, and classic flavors. With a gentle, understated profile, it consistently ranks high on Yelp for its honest, balanced dishes. The house‑made kimchi is incredibly delicious. Seokgalbi : Clean, non‑sweet marinade A grilled flavor that comes through even without a tabletop grill Ugeoji Galbitang : Big, tender short ribs + soft ugeoji The fresh, leafy flavor and doenjang‑based broth naturally balance the richness of the ribs Jaengban Naengmyeon : Plenty of meat and vegetables for a full, satisfying bite Truly worthy of being called LEE GA's signature Handmade Dumplings : Filled generously but still light Great pairing with any broth‑based dish read more

See all

Service was great, ambiance was great, food was just okay. The mul nangmyun was okay, bibim nangmyun was okay. The hot tea was luke warm at best. I don't have a picture of the guk bap but I think that was our favorite! read more

Came here for last meal before heading home from a weekend of fun in SoCal. Had to wait about 30min to get seated. The restaurant was not the biggest not too small was able to seat 6 of my friends and 2 of my other friends at a separate table but it felt homey and the service was nice. This meal was soooo refreshing especially on a hot day out in SoCal. The soup was pickled and light. Im not usually a soup or noodle kind of person but I think I would eat this everyday if I could. XD it didn't make me feel sluggish or disgusting at the end of it. The bonchon was good too! I would definitely come back again when I visit SoCal. read more

LEE GA - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Had to wait around 45 minutes on a Saturday afternoon. Service is quick and friendly. The food was definitely worth the wait. The beef back rib was so tender and perfectly seasoned. The cold noodles were cold and refreshing. Everything paired well with the banchans. read more

See all

Oh LEE GA! Came here after helping out one of my boys move out. It was the perfect meal for us to enjoy some comfort Korean food and talk. We were watching one of the World Cup games inside too. The waitress helping us was really sweet friendly. I ordered the Leega Sulang Tang and it was really good. It hit the spot perfectly but I should've gotten the Galbi Tang. My buddy has been talking about it after saying it was the best Galbi Tang he's ever had. Would come back to try this. A lot of people in the reviews saying its overly expensive, I feel like it's pretty average price in LA for Korean food. Valet is a must here and it wasn't expensive. read more

See all

I forgot what I ordered, but I posted a picture of it. It looks pretty bland, but it was very flavorful and the broth was delicious. Service was great and I enjoyed the food. I would visit again next time I'm in the area. read more

LEE GA - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Clean & comfortable with maintained furnishings. Service was great ~ welcoming, prompt, attentive. Banchan ~ simple though fresh & tasty. Guk Bap ~ piping hot, mild saltiness, good broth, good balance between components & soup. NeangMyun ~ mid cold? The noodles might have not been chilled enough. Texture almost vermicelli like, not chewy. Broth was decent but again too warm for this LA summer lunch. Purple rice yummy. $3 valet parking makes it easy for diners in this tight lot but it does fill up during peak hours. read more

See all

This restaurant is a short walk from the Wilshire/Vermont Metro station, but it was a hot day when we went. The menu has a lot of soup and stew options. I got the ugeoji wang galbi tang ($22.99), which had two beef short ribs and dried cabbage. The broth was decently flavorful, and I enjoyed dipping the short ribs in the savory sauce provided. There were scissors and tongs to take the meat out of the bones, but I wish that there was less of a tug. There was one time when I tried using the tongs and accidentally made a little splash. For the amount of food you get, including the complimentary banchan with refills, the prices were fair. We got cabbage kimchi, radish kimchi, and cucumbers with soybean paste. I really enjoyed the taste from the cabbage kimchi. The staff members were patient with us as we browsed the menu as well. Even though it was a hot outside, the indoor temperature was some air conditioning and a fan that kept us cool. read more

LEE GA - Ugeoji wang galbi tang - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

See all

If LEE GA were closer to me, I would definitely visit more often. Their cold noodles are perfect for the summer, but I especially love their warm and comforting soups. A lot of people seem to order their food to go, which honestly feels like a smart move since the wait can sometimes be a little long. That said, the food is worth waiting for, and the pricing is very reasonable for the quality and portions. Parking is available in the shared lot for a $3 fee. Overall, LEE GA is a great spot for flavorful Korean comfort food, whether you are dining in or picking up an order to enjoy at home. read more

LEE GA - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Hot summer day and a few of us wanted cold noodles, so we thought we would try Lee Ga and see if the hype was real. While the broth was tasty, it wasn't cold :( Kind of defeats the purpose, especially when you're waiting in the heat for a table and the room itself was pretty warm. Banchan was pretty limited as well, with just two Kim chi types and cucumbers with samjang. The highlight might have been the ribs, which are not LA style but full bone. The bulgogi was pretty tasty as well, but serving was really small and the daengjang soup not all that great. Loved the purple rice though! I do like that they offer free tea, but is offset with the charging of to go boxes :). I realize it's only $0.50, but it did keep me from ordering an extra dish which would have guaranteed the need for containers. Thankfully we only needed three :). Parking is valet only and the place was packed even though we chose an off peak time of 2:00pm. $3 isn't bad, but even valet had a hard time keeping up so keep parking in mind when visiting. read more

See all

My mom had lunch here with some friends visiting from Korea this Monday (7/13/2026) and afterward she brought home their Braised Pork Ribs with Kimchi for dinner. It reminded me of this restaurant. We've been coming here several times since 2023, and my mom has also brought takeout home on many occasions. Everything on the menu is delicious. What I especially love is that every dish, including all of the side dishes, has such a rich, deep flavor. I also remember the staff being incredibly friendly every time we've visited. The Braised Pork Ribs with Kimchi is especially amazing, and the Beef Short Rib Soup with Cabbage (Ugeoji Galbitang) is absolutely delicious as well. The food is consistently excellent, and the warm, friendly service keeps us coming back. It's definitely one of my favorite Korean restaurants. read more

See all

My parents and I have been coming here for a bit. Sometimes we get the big platters, and it's a lot of food; we often have to take home leftovers. You do have to pay for containers if you take leftovers home ($0.25). Kimchi Dumplings: My mom loves these and says Lee Ga has the best ones. Lee Ga Seollotang: I love this soup, and it's made very well here. It reminds me of Korea. Green onions are provided on the side, so you can add as many as you want. The dish itself is minimally seasoned, but that is because there's salt and pepper at the table for you to season it yourself. I got the brisket version, and the meat is super soft. It also comes with glass noodles inside. I liked to grab a spoonful of rice and dip it into the soup before eating it. Parking: There's valet service in the plaza as well as minimal street parking. Inside is a little small, and it can get quite busy. The service is wonderful, and they are very attentive. If you're looking for Korean comfort food, this is the place to go read more

See all

The beef ribs are a must order! Very unique dish and executed perfectly from the marinade to how succulent and tender it is! It pairs super well with the cold noodles but I also love their bone broths. Service is friendly and fast. They have a parking lot and street parking is also available. read more

This place was amazing!! Service is also incredibly quick. We got the Naemgyeon Combo with Beef Ribs. The naemgyeong was solid and the beef was soo soft/tender. The flavor was great. We also tried the Mala Sulung Tang which is unique and we loved it. The broth was delicious. Overall, definitely will come back! read more

LEE GA - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

It was all good The spicy naenmyeon wasn't even spicy lmao it was more sweet and tangy :) good noodle texture Cucumbers were crispy and refreshing Ty for the barley tea and bone broth SERVICE WAS RLLY GOOD TOO read more

LEE GA - 16.Sagol Dduk Mandu Guk / 사골 떡만두국 - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

See all

The Bottom Line: 3.5 stars: A nice Korean comfort food spot for high quality food and great attentive service. Location 3 stars: In the busy K-Town area on the East side of South Vermont Avenue, in a strip mall. Street parking is next to impossible. Thankfully they have valet on premises who serves the many stores on the strip mall. They charged $3 at the time of my visit. Most people give them a $5 to cover the gratuity. Venue 3 stars: Unpretentious medium-sized facility with indoor seating. They tend to get very buy and you put your name on a hand written list and wait outside (no indoor wait area). As far as I know they do not take reseravtions. Service 4 stars: Staff were friendly, attentive, and helpful. Food 3.5 stars: Korean soups and noodles and a few barbecue dishes (prepared in the kitchen, not tableside). We had the Lee-Ga Sulung Tang beef soup (OK... 3 out of 5, a little bland), the Bulgogi Hansang (OK... 3.5 out of 5) and the Spicy Pork Hansang (very good, 4 out of 5). We all had the Korean Purple Rice (Heukmi-bap) which was quite good, sat 4 out of 5). Purple Rice is said to be good for you, full of antioxidants and fiber. Drinks 4 stars: Good selection of Korean beers in small and large bottles, Soju, and non-alcoholic beverages. read more

See all

Very good Korean spot. Great atmosphere and super authentic and attentive staff. Food was EXCELLENT. The Banchan was great. Crisp and refreshing pickled veggies. The cucumber in brown sauce was a low key super monster of a dish. Really good. Dipped most my stuff in that brown sauce. Beef rib was excellent. Correctly cooked. Super tender, but not over done. Very good butcher or very good buyer, because for a beef back rib, there was a ton of meat. Mixed dumplings stole the show. Kimchi and meat. Home made and it was wildly apparent. The dough was so delicate and thin, but retained such a nice chew and flavor. Love that. Cold noodle was on POINT! I messed up and added vinegar and mustard when this one really doesn't need any. Take it from me - let the broth speak for itself - because this one really can. Noodles had a solid chew. I was envious of my girl who got the non-broth ones. Those were even better. Great sesame flavor and subtle sweet-heat This place is great. Expect to spend $100 to do it right. Come for the cold noodles and back ribs, stay for the banchan and dumplings. read more

See all

They say you can tell how good a Korean restaurant is going to be by how good their kimchi is. Well, my family and I unanimously agreed that this place had one of the best kimchis we've ever had at a restaurant. They were kind enough to refill our kimchi banchan several times without us even asking. We ordered the Yukgaejang, spicy cold noodle with beef rib combo, galbi jim, bulgogi and..that might have been it. Everything was so so good! To top it off, the service was incredible too. I have two toddlers and despite their loud, toddler-like behavior, one of the staff (Chun or Chen) was so friendly, attentive, and playful towards them that it made me feel less stressed out about dining in a small restaurant with young ones. At one point my toddler dropped his water bottle and he immediately swooped in to pick it up and then offered to wash it for me. Small gesture but one that has never been offered before and meant a lot to me. My brother lives in Los Angeles and in the service industry and he said this restaurant has been the talk of the town...and I can see why! It definitely lived up to the hype! read more

Hard to find authentic Korean spots in K-town nowadays that haven't been super westernized. Not a bad thing per se but there's always something magical in finding a place that's more local and less popular to the masses. This is one of those spots. My go to joint for cold spicy noodles and kimchi dumplings. Priceless on a hot day. Service is great considering the floor was run by just 2 women who wore multiple hats from cleaning, serving, and ringing up the bill. They were so kind and thoughtful - they even offered us bibs knowing we had white shirts on. Overall: local hidden gem for cold noodles and dumplings. read more

LEE GA - 51.김치만두 / Kimchi Dumpling 6pcs Arrowroot Bibim Neang Myun / 칡비빔냉면 - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Recommend / In frame: 1. Prime Seok Galbi Gu- $74.99 Every bite of this prime beef short rib is so fulfilling 韓式石板烤牛肋骨，每一口都是滿滿肉感，真材實料！ 2. Chive Pancake- $10.99 I'm usually not a pancake fan, but this one is super crispy! 平時不太喜歡煎餅，但這個韭菜煎餅夠脆口，好驚喜！ 3. Lunch Specials starting at $15.99 Comes with a variety of soups to choose from $15.99 起的午餐仲有多款湯選擇，性價比好高 IG: socalhkfoodies read more

See all

people say this is one of the best Korean spots. So let's see if they're pretty good eh or ew. The servers were really attentive and I got their chive pancake, meats and kimchi dumplings, jengban neang myun, and galbi Jim to try. Course we gotta start with their crunchy but not too fermented cabbage and radish kimchi and soft steamed cabbage with soybean paste. The chive pancake was savory and green oniony and was lightly crisp and chewy. Paired well with the oniony soy saucy vinegary dipping sauce. The dumplings had chewy doughy skins with umami meaty fillings. The kimchi one was just a bit spicy. The jengban neang myun was refreshing and had qq thin noodles, thinly sliced beef and radish slices, squiggy not fishy raw fish, and crisp Korean pear sticks. And finally for my fave Korean dish galbi Jim. It came with some pretty purple rice and I added super gooey stretchy mozzarella cheese to it and it wasn't spicy but was very flavorful and had soft tender onions, startchy potatoes, sweet pumpkin, bouncy rice cakes, and fall of the bone beef ribs. MNM. Overall this place is pretty good. Chive pancake $10.99 Meats dumplings $14.99 Kimchi dumplings $14.99 Jengban neang myun $20.99 Galbi Jim $47.99 +$4.99 cheese read more

Some of the best ribs and Korean cold noodles in LA. The ribs were tender and juicy while the noodle were bouncy and chewy. Such a great combination. A bit pricey though so I can't indulge everytime but I will be back soon. read more

See all

everything was fresh and delicious! The chive pancake was my favorite. Kimchi was a tad spicier than what I am used to but I kept eating it because it was so yummy! Service was good. Valet is $3 read more

LEE GA - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Easy eats Korean soups in K-town. Went for a casual dinner. If you're lucky, you can find street parking but valet is $3. Was sat immediately and ordered naengmyeon and dumplings. Got some banchan along with hot beef broth - was pretty good. The main dishes came shortly afterwards. The noodles were really good, along with the broth - which had the right amount of tanginess. Dumplings were decent - not amazing but not bad. Overall, would come back! read more

LEE GA - Naengmyeon and dumplings - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

See all

The bibim neang myun & the Wang galbi tang were delicious! The noodles for the neang myun were so thin and bouncy, I'd come back just for that! The Wang galbi tang had beef short ribs that fell off the bone and was soo filling. The chive pancake was light and crispy as well read more

See all

You have to order their short ribs. They'er incredibly delicious and so tender! The cold noodles are also one of their signature dishes and definitely a must-try. The restaurant itself isn't very big, but it's always busy. It's clean, the food is amazing, and the service is super friendly and attentive. The only downside is parking, it can be a bit of a hassle. Make sure you come with a big appetite because you'll want to eat a lot! Overall, this is another popular hotspot in Koreatown that's totally worth the visit. read more

See all

this place has my favorite spicy naengmyeon in LA: it's not too spicy, the noodle texture is perfectly chewy & thin, and one bowl is enough to have a second meal to take home. the warm bone broth on the side was a nice addition and the staff was attentive & sweet. parking is $3 by valet and the lot fills up pretty fast because of the other restaurants in the same plaza. i'd recommend going on a weekday. read more

LEE GA - bibim-naengmyeon, sides, and warm bone broth on the side - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

LEEGA is one of my favorite restaurants in Ktown. I've been to the restaurant once and also ordered on Uber Eats, and I've never had issues with the food onsite or to-go. I usually order the naengmyun (cold noodles) or the sullungtang from here. Both taste good. I've also tried the galbi-jjm with my friend and can confirm the quality of the meat - tender and flavorful. read more

See all

LEE GA is an excellent Korean restaurant located in Koreatown. I was on the hunt for some good soup to cure my hangover and this place definitely delivered. To eat, I ordered the Leega Sulung Tang, priced at $17.45. The broth was everything I needed. While I thought the brisket was a little dry, I was happy with the generous amount given. If in the area, I would recommend stopping in here. Service was also very nice, quick, and attentive. read more

See all

We came here a few times and were never able to get it due to the long lines. So finally on a Wednesday we came for lunch and there was no waiting at all. Their lunch special menu has various ox/beef bone soups for $15-17 each (at this writing). They come with rice and an assortment of kimchi. The soups were very flavorful and the kimchi was fresh and tasty. A very small place with simple seating; nothing fancy, but the food is great. read more

Today I had the cold noodles combo (mul naengmyun) with a side of kimchi dumplings. - Their dumplings were so good, I ordered a full set 6pcs of kimchi and then another 6 pcs of meat dumplings - It comes with 2 containers of dipping sauce and 1 slightly larger container of kimchi - ABSOLUTELY DELISH!!! Their cold noodles are always great. But man - the 3 large pcs of kimchi dumplings were utter perfection. Best Kimchi mandoo of my life. So well balanced. - The dipping sauce is superb (lighty sweet, savory and garnished with sliced jalepenos and raw white onion) The dishes all come with: - Boiled cabbage with miso dip (SO GOOD!, MY FAVE) - Oyster based (I think) kimchi b/c it has such great umami! Tastes artisenal - Sliced pickled white daikon radish (best in class) Today I also had 2 cups of their bone broth to drink. They have a special lunch menu. So many dishes look so good. I am excited to try more, way more. Only downer is $3 for parking. read more

See all

One of the best spots in ktown! Delicious food! Amazing service! Very clean inside too. What more could you ask for?

11pm closing, 10pm kitchen close. Got here at 9:55, told us it's closed and don't want to seat us. Okay. read more

i did so much research to find this best cold noodles and chose them bc their buckwheat noodles are handcrafted so it's incredibly chewy and bouncy. huge portion so i will be enjoying for more meals yay! the ribs side is a perfect palette cleanser since it's not marinated and much lighter also they were so nice and explained all the food and were really enthusiastic with refills and didn't charge for the takeout box lol read more

See all

You can never go wrong with Lee Ga when you're craving good sullungtang with fresh kimchi. I also love their intestine soup, portion is always generous, enough to full fill any hungry person. Can't wait to go back! read more

Every item here was so good. Their spicy cold noodles and the beef rib galbi? Was my two favorites. The service was great and attentive. Parking is rough so I'd just valet for a few bucks. The soup was flavorful and the dumplings were tasty too. read more

I tried their On-myun for the first time the other day. Same noodle as the cold naengmyun, but broth is warm. It was delicious; I'd get it again. And the warmth gives the noods a different texture. Highly recommend. The mandu is a must too esp kimchi mandu. read more

First time dining at Lee Ga with some friends and it was a great experience. I came on a weekday afternoon and it was not as busy. Indoors was small, but service was quick. I had the beef short rib soup with dried cabbage and it was very good. The soup came with a side of your choice of purple or white rice and I opted in for the purple rice. The meal also came with sides of kimchi and other things which were all very good. The soup was very flavorful and the portions were huge. I believe you really get what you pay for because the quality and amount you get is amazing. The soup was rich and flavorful, perfect for a cold day outside. The workers were very nice. Although one of the ladies we had didn't speak a lot of English, she tried her absolute best and helped us, which I really appreciated. Overall experience was a 10/10 and I would go back. Also wanted to mention that there is mandatory $3 for valet parking outside which is not associated with the restaurant. I think that is the only downside. read more

LEE GA - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This place is truly a local gem. If you're looking for real, authentic Korean food, this restaurant delivers in every way. You can taste the difference the moment your meal arrives--everything is made with the freshest, highest-quality ingredients, and it really shows. The standout for me is the gukbap. There's a warmth and affection in every bowl that feels like something straight from a Korean home kitchen. It's the kind of comfort food that hugs you from the inside out--rich broth, perfectly balanced flavors, and ingredients that taste like they were prepped just hours before. And don't even get me started on the lunch specials--they are unbelievably worth it. Generous portions, great variety, and prices that make you feel like you're getting way more than you paid for. It's become my go-to midday spot because the quality and value are unbeatable. read more

LEE GA - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I'm no korean cold noodle expert, but i'm an expert in see lines and trying it out. LEE GA is definitely one of those spot, i would take someone to go wait with me. So refreshing and tasty, i can see why it's so popular. My girlfriend and I shared the rib cold noodles and mixed mandu. We absolutely enjoyed the noodles with hot mustard and vinegar. the kimchi were our favorite between the two types. Parking is tough, because the lot is tight, so we parked down the street and walked. the spot is pretty small in terms of size for restaurant , but people eat and dip, so the wait isn't all that bad. read more

See all