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    Matna 1631

    4.6 (236 reviews)
    Open • 11:30 am - 8:00 pm

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    Rafael B.

    Tucked away in another plaza, Matna has a lowkey vibe on the outside but once inside you have a spacious and simple design. You can order from a digital screen or at the register and the selection doesn't overwhelm you with options. I appreciate the comfort food leaning menu and the drinks that are offered will appeal to someone with a sweet tooth. Fruits lemonades, bingsoo in a cup, milk drinks, and sodas are what you'll get outside of someone special yakult offerings! I come here for the chicken, rabokki, and bibimbap and I leave happy and full lol! Definitely give this place a try!

    Spicy Pork Rice Bowl
    Diana L.

    With limited options for Korean food, I am thankful every time I come to Matna the food is consistently good. On this visit, I got the spicy brisket ramen and spicy garlic KFC. Both were delicious! Considering the price, the ramen portion was a bit small, it felt more like a snack size rather than a meal. There also wasn't a lot of brisket either. Good thing I also got the KFC which helped me feel satiated. I did notice they now offer bingsoo (Korean shaved ice). It looked very tempting, but the price did give me a little sticker shock so that will have to be a treat for next time!

    Beef Kimbap

    Amazing food!!!!!! Such a quaint little spot that has a great, welcoming, clean atmosphere, from the seating, to the wall art, to the nice self serve lemon water. I found this place recommended in my Apple Maps, and it tops the other Korean places I've tried down in Sawtelle Very nice staff! Reasonable pricing They have a simple menu where you're able to try a variety. I ordered the Dol Sot bibimbap and I was so happy to see it come sizzling in the cast iron little pot. Veggies, to beef, to the gochujang/ssamjang condiments, all of it was SO GOOD!! Come here if you're looking for authentic Korean food if you don't want to drive all the way down to la, or if you want to try Korean food for the first time! Come support this local spot! Worth it a 100%. Thank you guys so much!!

    Yukejeon Beef Pancake & Soy Garlic Fried Chicken
    Ji K.

    Had a couple friends recommend this place so I finally went and was blown away. Where I live it's hard to get authentic Korean food and this place really has it all in my personal opinion. I saw that they had Yukejeon on their menu and I had to get it. I have been craving it ever since I got back from Korea and it was as if I never left. I recommend you give it a try. Also, since this was my first time I wanted to try something else and the worker, Judy was extremely helpful. She told me all the popular items that people have been ordering lately and I've decided to go with the Soy Garlic Fried Chicken. I'm so glad she recommended it because it was one of the best Korean fried chicken I've had in a long time. Now the inside of the restaurant itself is another great factor. Has a nice modern interior design with a nice shade of yellow. Exceptionally clean and had great Korean music playing. Overall, from walking in to leaving, one of the best services Ive had in a while. If you live in the area of Ventura, I highly recommend you go check this spot out. I'd give this spot more than five stars if I could!

    Brian A.

    I still dream about their Korean fried chicken it was so good! I can in having no clue what to order and I was glad I took Judy's recommendation! Pairing the chicken with the rice was a perfect balance of tang and sweetness. Their mango ade was also so delicious! I can't wait for my next visit to take some drinks back home! I can't wait for my next visit!

    Japchae
    Terry P.

    When you come in, you are greeted right away and told if you need any help, let them know. Plenty of dining space, and tables are spread out very good. There are 5 tables of two, and 5 tables for four. Can easily rearrange for bigger groups as well. Pricing seems quite high. We ordered a few dishes to try. We ordered the KFC, which is the Korean Fried Chicken. Japchae, which is the Glass noodles. Vegetable Kimbob, which is like a sushi roll, but the Korean one with just the veggies inside. The Kimbob came out first, and it came with a great strong smell of sesame oil. It tasted much better though, and the smell of sesame did not overpower it. It had a good balance. The KFC and japchae came out momentarily after. All of the food is made fresh, therefore, the KFC was super hot! Once it cooled down, it was pretty good, nice and crispy. The japchae was decent, nothing to wow over. Too much flavor and moisture. Usually japchae is pretty dry but flavorful. This was too much seasoning/flavor. All in all, not bad. Try it if you want, it's ok for its price.

    Dol Sot Bibimbap, mango ade, and beef "kimbob"
    Ameer E.

    Parking: This restaurant is within a large parking lot next to a Harbor Freight and other small businesses. Parking was ample and not a problem to find. Ambiance: The interior of the restaurant is open and filled with bright decor, K-pop playing. It felt a bit futuristic almost with the mix of warmth with the painted yellow walls. Food: They have a decent menu of Korean staples. The first red flag was that on their menu they spell "kimbap" (or gimbap) as "kimbob"...First impression- I'm scared. We got the beef "kimbob", Dol Sot Bibimbap, and mango ade. The food looked very visually appealing but once eating, there was such a strong flavor of ultra-processed, burnt oil like vegetable or canola that coated the mouth unpleasantly and did not allow for any flavors to come through. I know a brush over of sesame oil a kimbap is standard, but to be clear- that was NOT sesame oil. This flavor was also in the bibimbap. The beef "kimbob" itself was rolled and stuffed well, but it lacked flavor and really needed gochujang or soy sauce to make it more enjoyable. The beef bibimbap didn't have the classic crisp bottom that is typical/traditional with the stone pot, the white on the egg was still a bit uncooked (as clearly seen in the photo) and 75% of it was rice. The mango-ade was quite sweet and lightly sparkling, and it helped balance the meal by cutting through the heavy oily aftertaste from the food. Service: The worker taking our order was patient and gave us plenty of time to look through the menu and decide on our selections. After ordering we found a table in the open dining area, the food was served to us within a reasonable amount of time. Everything including utensils and water was self service. Overall: Considering the prices and the quality of the food we received, the meal did not feel worth the cost. While the presentation was appealing and portions were decent, the overwhelming burn oil flavor and the bibimbap being 75% rice took away from the meal and made the food feel low quality and not worth the price we paid. Came in: 3/13/26

    Bulgogi Rice bowl  & strawberry matcha ( mixed)
    Jenny L.

    As much as it hurts me , I can't gatekeep this place. It's a small place but the food in there is insane. I've went in for a matcha ( which was amazing btw) and realized there was much more to this restaurant. It's a family owned restaurant, you can tell everything on the menu was chosen carefully. I've had two of the rice bowls - bulgogi and chicken bowl and both were amazing.

    Rose udon and soy garlic wings
    Amanda L.

    Yum. I'd be here every week if I lived nearby. This is a clean and brightly lit restaurant nestled in the corner of the mall. There's ample parking so don't worry about that. They serve both traditional and fusion Korean food along with a variety of delicious drinks and bingsoo. This is a great place for a snack, dessert, a drink, or a full fledged meal. Order at the kiosk or at the counter. Service is efficient and food comes out quickly. The flavors are all on point. Soy garlic chicken wings are very crunchy and moist, rose udon with shrimp was flavorful though the noodles could be more al dente, and the kimbap is expertly wrapped with clean delicious flavors. I ate the leftovers next day by pan frying it in egg wash and it was even more delicious. I really enjoyed the pandan cloud drink and the green grape ade This is a great casual place for a meal. I'm looking forward to trying their dry noodles next time.

    Mari I.

    It is my second time here and it tasted just as good as I remembered. Staff up front were very friendly and provided amazing service! I had their coconut pamda which was very delicious and sweet. Their mango lemonade was very refreshing and just as sweet so no complain there. I am not a fan of kimchi but this kimchi fried rice is delicious. It has a spicy kick to it and with the egg on top it all pairs and melts perfectly. They have lovely decor inside and I love the yellow walls as it tends to brighten up the restaurant.

    Bingsoo
    Kaleb A.

    Only tried the bingsoo but it was great! Coming back here for sure, the staff were very welcoming and personable.

    Outside
    Cara C.

    Another great Korean option in the Ventura county area with some delicious food. This is a casual sit down restaurant where you order at the register and then food is brought to you. This venue has indoor seating only. So this is more a leave your dog at home kind of deal. Tables are nice and big - family friendly. Staff were also pretty nice and helpful when I had some questions. There is also a restroom at this restaurant so no fretting here. Parking situation: Plaza parking lot - super easy and not really crowded. Top recommended food: soy garlic k-fried chicken The pork cutlet special was also a good second, and is definitely big enough to share among 2 people. Will also note though, the food is a little pricier for what it is.

    Jess B.

    ~ KOREAN STREET FOOD HAVEN IN THE 805 ~ Matna is a small but mighty spot serving up Korean street food and the ultimate nostalgic bites. Walking in, the mood has youthful energy but still feels personal, like you're stepping into someone's family kitchen. Everything's made to order, the vibes are upbeat, and the drinks are as thoughtfully crafted as the food. Some of my favs from the menu: the crispy soy garlic fried chicken, cold spicy noodles, and comforting bowls like tteokbokki and sundubu. But honestly, every dish hits, whether it's the flavorful veggie kimbap, the rich ramen, or that bowl of dry noodles waiting to be mixed. This is the kind of place where every bite makes you pause and go, "Wait, this is SO good." For drinks, I'm loving the strawberry matcha and grape aid. Matna doesn't just serve food, it stirs memory. It's a reminder that the best meals don't need fuss or flash. Just intention, warmth, and flavor you can feel in your bones. That said, prices are a bit above casual, but worth it for quality, especially when you're craving a real, satisfying meal made with care. *HOT TIP: There's a digital screen where you can place your order!

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