This place won me over the moment the food hit the table. The food is delicious--full of flavor,…read moreclearly made with care, and genuinely satisfying. The service matches the quality of the food: warm, attentive, and friendly The cozy, intimate vibe really pulls everything together--just a super inviting spot to relax. From start to finish, it was a wonderful experience. I'll definitely be back.

Hanmi means grandma! This food definitely hits the spot. It's located in the corner of a small…read moreplaza but such a hidden gem. Definitely felt like a welcome home when I came into the restaurant to eat. They were attentive and helpful with ordering and the food came out so quickly.

Great for family style dinner. Get your meat on! It's…read morereally good so you know you gonna wait for a table

Da bomb! Great food,…read morecold beer, and friendly service! Our favorite neighborhood Korean restaurant.

This place holds a special place in my heart as one of the first local Korean restaurants I've…read moreeaten at since I moved to the area. It's in a small, almost empty-ish plaza, but it's a little mom-and-pop gem. Ambiance (5/5): Walk right in and you'll see that it's on the small side, but a cute and simple restaurant with family vibes. Depending on the time of day, it can feel somewhat empty while at other times somewhat busy. Service (3/5): It's nothing too special, but the workers are always friendly. It's somewhat self serve. You order at the front and then you wait for them to call your order. Then you pick up your tray of food, eat, and place the trays towards the front when done. Food (5/5): Everything we have eaten here over the years is so yummy. Their hot stone bibimbap is chock-full of ingredients with just the right amount of sesame oil and flavor; we often have to pack some of it to go. Their army stew (budaejigae) is my absolute favorite, and I've compared it to a lot of other Korean stew places, some way pricier and this one still takes the cake. It has a wonderful roasted flavor from all the meats they put in and I love going for the ramen first. I always take extra to go since it's small but filling. The best part? Let's not forget that they have self serve all-you-can-eat banchan (side dishes) and they do not skimp on variety. There's your usuals like the napa kimchi, radish kimchi and fish cakes, but they also have mac salad, potato salad, japchae and other goodies which works well for your picky toddlers. Overall, this is a wonderful little restaurant that deserves a visit over and over when you're just craving some comfort korean food at decent prices.

This is a hole in a wall, mom and pop kind of restaurant but serving one of the most authentic…read moreKorean food. It is self served, in which you go up to order, they'll give you a plate for self served banchan, and you grab your own utensils. Once you're done, you have to return the trays and plates back. The food is made to order and very tasty. We ordered all their "must try" and it was really good. The side dishes were definitely home made. I highly recommend the seafood pork bone soup noodle because it was super tasty, but be aware that mild is still kind of spicy. The lady in the front was strict but reasonable, just like any real place should be. Customers were mostly family they knew the place and chatted with the boss. The atmosphere is very simple with tables that you can sit anywhere.

We are here for this giant katsu!!!!…read more Well yeah... it's bigger than my face and probably double the size of my hand!! Still perfectly crispy on the outside and super juicy inside ‍ Also ordered the corn cheese And yup... it was HUGE too! But... more cheese!!! The bulgogi cheese fries though Their food is the ultimate combo to pair with beer We also didn't forget the signature tteokbokki ‍ Plus, they have buy 1 get 1 beer or soju during happy hour Ig: socalhkfoodies

Okay service is great. It's the first time I've been to a restaurant where I don't need to ask for…read morerefills of water because the lady kept replacing our carafe! Thank you for that! It "looks like a typical burger joint inside with Booths. There's a side door for to go orders. Food service was quick and the portions are big. For their price, I would hope so. We ordered the following: Bulgolgi Fries Garlic Steak Noodle Egg Cheese corn Ranking in best to so-so, I'd have to say is the steamed egg. Yes, I was surprised too. I thought the Bulgolgi fries would be number one. Sadly it's not. If you mess up steamed egg, ima gonna say no to the rest of your menu. I would order two next time and just stick to that. The cheese corn was okay, but compared to PaDak and other local Korean spot I say skip this. The cheese tasted weird to me and I did t like that it was also a kraft American cheese. As a cheese lover, I only expect that square cheese to be on a burger or cheese melt. The Bulgolgi Fries could serve 3 people. But it was drenched with sauce, and spicy sauce. Not enough Bulgolgi to pay $20. The cut of fries were this nd tasted like sweet potato. It just didn't fit my taste buds. The Garlic noodle okay. That's Al I have to say about that. I'm glad I finally tried this place, but I don't know if I would come back for anything on their menu. I would rather go next door or across the street.

Craving some soondooboo so we decided to go try the OG Tofu shop that has been here for a long…read moreminute. The last time I ate here was during the pandemic and finally came back. The place seems to really show its age with the floors really dirty and the wood floors are showing a lot of wear and tear. We got there for an early dinner and the place was empty. The lady seemed tired or just not in a friendly mood. The food was still reasonably priced. Much better than the Tofu Chain's and food as good as I remember. I went with the short rib Tofu soup and it came with two nice size beef short ribs and the meat peeling off the bone. Ban Chan was good but could not eat a few of them because they had bean sprouts in it. Nice to see Chodang doing strong. Hopefully the next time back won't be a 3-4 year gap.

Consistently good food and good service…read more I've been going here for years and can say that the food is consistently good and so is the service. Expect it to be cold in there no matter the day or season - gotta keep you cool when you're eating hot soup! Tables can feel a bit close to each other depending on where you sit. And it does get busy during the usual nights & weekends so expect that. Overall, delicious food with a home cooked feel and good service. I'd say my only gripe is that parking can get busy, but there's plenty of parking throughout the plaza.

It's 730 pm the lady said closed while shaking her hand for me to leave…read more There were a few people sitting down eating I guess they need to update hours or maybe they ran out of food. I'm chilling in the parking lot looking for another place. I'll update this review if and when I return.

This place has special Korean dishes like Chung Kook Jang which is extra fermented soy bean stew…read more They also have braised mackerel and it was amazing!! The pig trotters were perfectly cooked. All the banchan was very good as well. They have a wall with pictures of all their dishes from the menu which is super helpful. Prices are decent and portions are great. Wonderful customer service and delicious food!! Highly recommended!

This is place is very economical. If you like soup (tang) then this is a good option. You have to…read morecommunicate any changes to your dish very clearly. I asked them for no onions on mine, but it still came with it. Not a huge deal. Service is very nice. Ban Chan is almost nonexistent. Just kimchi and radish cubes. But we appreciate how economical the dishes are. The same salungtang in our neck of the woods is probably twice the cost. I'm not a huge kimchi guy. But my kid really likes the kimchi here. It has a unique flavor to it. Says that I tastes sorta like the flavor packets in Shin Ramyun.

I've dined at this mom & pop restaurant or do take out for many years since it's close to home &…read morethe quality of soup is on point! It's not overpriced like other places I've been to which is a plus. I've had their sulungtang, Hanover soup, Gamjatang, & steamed dumplings all of which are always consistently good! Side dishes are plain & simple which is their delicious Napa kimchi & radish kimchi. They used to sell jar of kimchi which I used to buy in the past but I noticed they don't anymore which is a bummer. Ambiance is small & not so busy whenever I came here but I realized it's because they have a lot of take out orders. Service is nice & quick when you dine in & always on time when you call to order take out. If you're a soup lover, this is the place to support their business!

Pocha Eats is definitely a hidden gem in Cerritos, especially if you are looking for a late-night…read morespot. Parking is plentiful, but the area can be a bit dark, so it is best to park closer to the entrance if you can. The space itself is on the smaller side, but it has a fun vibe with K-pop music playing in the background, which adds to the overall experience. Service great. Friendly staff. We ordered the Army Stew with a side of steamed rice. The portion size was huge, definitely enough to share. It had a nice spicy kick, but it was still very tolerable and enjoyable. The flavors were rich and comforting. Overall, the food was delicious and the pricing felt reasonable for the portion size. This is a great spot if you are craving Korean comfort food late at night. We will definitely be coming back.

This restaurant is right down the street from where we live, and for years we've been saying, "We…read morehave to try it." Well, this evening we finally decided to go--and OMG, 10 out of 10! The food was absolutely delicious! I had the bulgogi yaki udon, and my husband had the bulgogi stew and kimchi fried rice. Everything was very flavorful, and the portions were generous (we had plenty to take home). The server was friendly and made sure we felt well taken care of. This will definitely be a new favorite!

First time trying this KBBQ spot and wow... I've seriously been missing out. At first, I thought…read morethe whole ordering-through-your-phone setup would feel confusing or take away from the experience, but it was actually super easy and everything came out fast!! The side dishes were all delicious -- especially the spicy cucumbers, potato salad, bean sprouts, kimchi. But the meats were definitely the highlight. I went with the Silver Special and the bulgogi (top favorite here), beef belly, and brisket were all so good. The meat looked and tasted really high quality too, and they changed the grill quickly and often which I appreciated. Honestly, the whole menu looked amazing. I came in hungry and left completely full, but still wished I could've tried more definitely a sign I need to come back. I also noticed they had tortillas on the menu which was a cool fusion touch. I personally stick to rice paper, but still thought it was a fun addition. Everyone was really nice, the place was clean, and the prices were excellent for the quality and AYCE delicious food. Overall such a great experience -- easy 5/5 stars. Would absolutely come back again.

I've driven past this place 1000 times and finally decided to give a try with my family and was…read morepleasantly surprised. We arrived at about 6 o'clock on a Friday night and had to wait about 15 minutes. They have an electronic check-in system and you just enter your name and number in your party and wait. We tried to do it in advance, but it had been taken off-line from the Yelp app. The place was very busy and bustling with activity. It's a no nonsense resturant that is clean. Some of the tables are shared so you will have a table with two burners that can accommodate two parties of four. While we were close to our neighbors, we had enough separation that we felt like we had a private table. Once we were seated, we were presented the menu that has essentially three AYCE menu options. Our waiter was very attentive and explained the online ordering to us and we were off. When we ordered the the food, it came out quickly. The meat was tender and flavorful. The banchan was pretty standard, but good. I particularly liked the spicy pork and the glass noodles. My family really enjoyed the brisket and the kimchi pancake. My daughter ordered the spicy Ramen, which was her least favorite thing. It was very peppery tasting. All in all, it was a great place for a family meal. We all enjoyed it very much and are looking forward to coming back.

Love this place! The medium gam-ja-tang already has a good portion of meat with potatoes, pasta,…read moreand perilla leaves/seeds. The pork cutlet is pretty big, and the crunch factor is definitely there. We also got the mini toppokki and the chicken bulgogi, which were both flavorful. Honestly, all the dishes and the sides they offer hit the spot. My personal favorite sides are the kimchi, the cucumber with radish, and the fishcake. Service was wonderful- the lady taking care of us was friendly and accommodating. They also have a call bell, which makes it easier if you need to call the servers for anything instead of flagging them down. For the interior, I like the lighting display- gives a nice illumination to the place. It's a plus that they're also open late till 12am!

Love this place. Discovered it after I was recovering from the flu beginning of January and I've…read morebeen back several times since then. The staff have all been really nice and helpful with recommendations. Service is great. I started with the pork neck soup, and I really have come to like their hot stone bibimbap. Let it sit in the stone for 10 min and it'll get really crispy on the bottom, like Persian tadigh(crispy rice). The bulgogi and galbi are also fire. Try the boneless fried chicken, it's juicy and the breading is light, and the fried pork dumplings are delicious too. Their banchan is great, the radish and kimchi are flavorful and not sour at all. They are open until midnight too! I could legit eat here everyday. I brought my parents here and they loved the food and the service. I hope this place sticks around for the long haul. Give it a try!