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    Mindeulle

    4.2 (174 reviews)
    ModerateKorean, Noodles, Soup
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    MINDEULLE ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Sam C.

    This is a tiny "hole-in-the-wall" Korean restaurant -- and it's fantastic! We were 2 couples and these 2 large dishes were enough for all of us plus enough to take home for lunch the next day for 1. I love bossam (steamed pork belly) and I've tried a lot of places. This place could be the best. I didn't know how they get it so tender, but the meat almost falls apart as you touch it. Amazing! The black cod stew is also the best I've had. The broth is perfect -- rich and spicy, but not overwhelming, so you can stuff taste the fish. And they are generous with the fish. I didn't know how many pieces there were ... But plenty for all 4 of us. Seating is limited. I highly recommend!

    Hailey J.

    very small hole in the wall restaurant. love the service and the food, which is very delicious down to the side dishes! kalguksu is very filling and hearty. i love how large the portion is. i was only able to eat half and had to take the rest to go

    It was really savory and healthy.
    Kyoung K.

    Def will come here again. I really enjoyed the korean food here. Their banchan was fresh and yummy. It is a bit pricey but I can see why. The quality is great. I usually would drive bsck to ktown in LA but not anymore. Their stinky soybean is sooo good and hearty. If you have elderly grandparents or parents, give this place a chance. More parking in the back. Service is so nice feel like home. Small hole in thr wall.

    Braised Cod
    Hellen N.

    I was recommended here by a friend and fell in love with the braised fish. I came every so often to get their braised fish and trying other dishes on the menu - cold noodles, seafood pancake, and more. This place is always full of Korean families, so I know the food is authentic. The service is fast and efficient. The Korean aunties servers always make sure to cut up and split the food for you. The vibe is so friendly, it always feels like I'm over at my friend's house dining here. As for the food, everything always tastes delicious! All the side dishes are yummy and pair well with the main dishes. My must-order is the braised cod. It's full of fish with tofu and radish that has been braised in a delicious spicy sauce. The seafood pancake was crispy, and would definitely be better with more seafood. The cold noodle was refreshing, but I think it didn't pair well with the braised fish as it would with grilled galbi. Overall, I highly recommend their braised fish dishes!

    Jinyoung J.

    I always come here with family for Korean comfort food! They have the best menu and atmosphere. It has a hole-in-the-wall type of feel, but it's very cute and cozy. I usually order the 들깨 수제비 because it's unbeatable in terms of flavor. My mum ordered the 곤드레밥, and the presentation for everything is always on point. The side dishes are obviously refillable, so don't be afraid to ask for more. This is my favorite Korean restaurant in the area, and I wish there were more like this!

    Xavier K.

    This restaurant reminded me of Seattle's "The Pike Place Fish Market," where fresh fish has been sold for decades as employees playfully throw fish around. Though this place has been open for 10 years, we were unaware of its existence. Situated in a humble shopping center with a modest square footage, you would never imagine the quality of service and Korean food it offers. When we checked in, the restaurant was nearly full, and the busyness and energy of the staff expressed their confidence and pride in their reputation. We were first served water, and the waitstaff's recommendations already impressed us with the promise of quality and taste. We ordered Braised Black Cod, and SsamJjang Vegetables wrap combination with Spicy Marinated Pork, and Bean Casserole for the three of us to share. The fresh lettuce and vegetables, including green pepper, cucumber, carrots, wild sesame leaves, and steamed cabbage, arrived first. We also had a choice between white rice and mixed grain rice, opting for the healthier option. The presentation and quantity of the food and side dishes were attractive and impressive. When the Spicy Pork arrived, we could already tell it would taste great. The Bean Casserole was also delicious. The awaited Braised Black Cod, which they were very proud of, came last. We didn't have to wait long to encounter one of the restaurant's most popular dishes. The combination of quantity, quality, and taste was outstanding, although it was a little too sweet for one of us. The Black Cod melted in our mouths, and the tofu and radish were incredibly flavorful. We called this kind of food 밥도둑 (Thief of Rice) because it kept making us eat more rice. We were very full and ended up taking the leftovers home. The service was excellent. There might be many people who have never visited this restaurant, but there are likely few who have only been here once. We plan to come back to try other menu items next time. Strongly recommended. Updates on 5/3/2025 Today marked my second visit to this remarkable restaurant, originally recommended by my sister-in-law--and it was even more memorable than the first. This time, we ordered a wide variety of their signature dishes, including braised silver cod (은대구 조림), aged kimchi short rib stew (묵은지 갈비찜), marinated raw crab (양념게장), fermented soybean stew (청국장), and several others. Each dish was rich in flavor, beautifully presented, and reflected the restaurant's commitment to quality. Everyone at our table was thoroughly impressed with the depth and balance of flavors across the board. What stood out just as much as the food was their consistent, energetic service--the staff moved with purpose, warmth, and genuine hospitality, which added so much to the overall dining experience. We were especially fortunate to meet the owner, Jennifer, during our visit. Speaking with her offered a glimpse into the heart and mindset behind the restaurant's success. She shared with us that they had taken over the restaurant from a previous owner who had struggled to make the business work. Hearing this made their transformation even more inspiring. What truly turned things around was Jennifer's vision and mindset--a powerful combination of innovation, attention to detail, quality control, and a complete renovation of the space. Her passion for excellence is evident in every dish and interaction, and it's clear that this success didn't happen by chance--it was earned through intentional change and bold leadership. I was also excited to learn that they have recently opened a second location in Chino Hills, which I hope to visit soon. Although there's been a rumor about a third location in La Palma, I learned that it's not affiliated--it's a completely separate business. This restaurant is a true example of how a change in leadership and mindset can breathe new life into a struggling space. It's now not only surviving but thriving--and I look forward to returning again soon.

    Korean style banchan and Spicy Braised black cod are amazing
    Dae Gon K.

    The Korean-style black cod dish is truly exceptional--perfectly seasoned, beautifully cooked, and full of rich, delicate flavor. Each bite feels thoughtfully crafted. All of the banchan are delicious as well, offering a great balance of textures and tastes that complement the main dish. You can really sense the care put into every small plate. Overall, the food quality here is outstanding, from the star entrée to the side dishes, making the entire meal feel comforting, authentic, and incredibly satisfying

    Purple rice
    Kathy M.

    Small, hole-in-the-wall place. Staff were friendly enough but couple of things irked me. They said they have a la carte grilled meat dishes but they are not on the menu separately but only combos with the lettuce wraps are in the menu. I asked for the price of the a la carte meats & two waitresses were somewhat evasive and recommended we ordered the larger portion rather than providing the price for one dish. Told the waitresses I don't eat pork so ordering the larger portion did not make sense - they were like, 'why not?' We re-asked for the price then was finally told a price but nothing printed. I ordered a fish egg soup & asked the waitress to have the cook add a scoop of bean paste in & she rolled her eyes like, "What now?" then tried to cover it up with a fake smile. She tried to tell me that's not gonna taste good but that's how I request it at every restaurant I get that soup from as that's how my family had it ever since I was a child. Didnt appreciate the interactions with the waitresses & the food was just OK.

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    Emily Z.

    we waited for around 30-40 minutes on a saturday night at prime dinner rush. this restaurant has really delicious side dishes and i would definitely recommend the braised cod! i don't speak korean but the staff was still friendly and helpful! the one thing i knocked off a few stars for was at the end of our meal as we were finishing up, one of the staff started cleaning and wiping dry some washed bowls. she had a rag that had such an intense mildew smell it ruined all of our meals. she was three tables away and all of us could still smell it. this is something they should check out as it must be a health hazard

    Ellen K.

    Pretty busy lunch time on a Wednesday. Had to wait a little bit but definitely worth it! If you want authentic Korean food I'd recommend here. - Spicy Marinated Raw Crab 5/5 The crab is somewhat meaty but the spicy sauce is delicious. Ask for disposable gloves so you don't dirty your hands. - Spicy Pork w/ wrap 2.1/5 The spicy pork marinade tastes mostly of red pepper paste (gochujang). It was OK, wouldn't get again. - Braised Black Cod 5/5 It's delicious. The seasoning paste is good. The fish is tender and soft. Love the pieces of rice cake and radishes (cooked well). - Soybean Soup 4.1/5 Comes with the raw crab and spicy pork wrap, the bean paste they use tastes good. This soup is on the saltier side, but eaten with rice is pretty good. Free parking in a lot next door.

    Lunch special! Spicy pork ssam with bean paste stew
    Lisa S.

    This establishment is a small hole in the wall joint. They have about 8 tables in total and have a waitlist hanging on the door. I would avoid lunch times during the weekdays as they are typically busy. The parking situation used to be a nightmare but it's now ample as they have their own lot on the side. Also, their service is of a typical Korean joint. Meaning, they try their best with the cultural and speech barrier. IMO, I think do a pretty decent job. I'm not a huge fan of Korean food in OC. It seems to always be a hit or a miss. That being said, Mindeulle is one of the places I go to when in the area. My mom and I both enjoy eating here as the food is very homely. I usually get their ssambap combo which comes with veggies, a choice of protein and a side of bean paste stew. My mom usually goes for the hot stone rice pot or fish. I would stay away from some of the steamed main dishes with red-ish sauces. I find the sauces on the sweeter side which isn't to my liking. However, their banchan's aka side dishes brings me back to my grandma's shigol aka countryside flavors.

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    Michele L.

    I love this unassuming place. It's a pretty small restaurant but the food is wonderful. My favorite are the hand pulled noodles. The ladies who run this place are quick to get you any items you need.

    Mandoogook.  Comfort food.  Warm, filling, soothing.

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    This place is a gem! Authentic and fresh tasting food. Kind owners/servers, and i'm looking forward to going back again.

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    Amazing food and service. Everything was delish. I would come back again. The space is small though.

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    Best service I had in long time !!! Home made Korean side dishes I had in long time !!!

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    The best korean food in la. All the food is good Tasty and fresh. My favorite korean restaurant

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    Ask the Community - Mindeulle

    This place is listed today as having outdoor seating. Is it still available? If it is, is it covered or heated? How many people can sit there? / April 8, 2023

    A few weeks ago I saw one table outside that had a clipboard for writing down your name for the waitlist. People were sitting there before being called inside. This establishment isn't big and isn't good for large groups. Most tables seat 4.

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    Kitakata Ramen Ban Nai - Buena Park

    4.3(1.6k reviews)
    1.0 mi
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    Katakana Ramen is a great spot in Buena Park, CA for soothing and delicious Japanese ramen! The…read moreramen is rich, flavorful, and clearly made with care. The broth has great depth, the noodles are perfectly cooked, and the portions are satisfying. The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming, making it a place you actually want to come back to. Afraid to dine alone? Don't be! I've gone there by myself many times, and even though you're sharing the space with others, the food and overall vibe make it feel comforting like you're in your own little world, just enjoying a really good bowl of ramen. LISA truly stands out--she's incredibly approachable and welcoming. Whenever I can't decide or don't remember what to order, she always makes the best recommendations, and they never miss. You can also tell she treats everyone, including her colleagues, with genuine respect, which says a lot about the kind of environment here. What matters most is that she genuinely listens and really takes your feedback about the food seriously! When you visit Kitakata Ramen, ask for Lisa!!! Great food, great service, and great people. Highly recommend!!!

    We came with a group of three, and while waiting for the third person to arrive, the two of us…read moreasked if we could sit down and order first. At first, they refused to seat us because our full party hadn't arrived yet. The restaurant wasn't busy at all, and there were several empty four-person tables available. I also noticed other tables with only two people sitting at four-person tables. I explained that we were ready to order food for our friend in advance as well, and eventually we were allowed to sit and place our order. The whole situation felt unnecessarily inflexible, especially since the restaurant wasn't crowded. The server who initially refused us also came across as unfriendly and visibly annoyed. The ramen was good, but the karaage chicken came out overly greasy, and the dumplings seemed undercooked. I've visited multiple times before, but unfortunately this was my worst experience here.

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    Kitakata Ramen Ban Nai - Buena Park - Inside Kitakata Ramen.

    Inside Kitakata Ramen.

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    Small Aburi Chashu Bowl

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    Juicy Fried Chicken (karaage)

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    Sushi Mura

    4.7(454 reviews)
    1.6 mi
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    Kindest place I've been to in a while. We chose a great place to eat as our night cap for my son's…read more8th birthday after knotts. They gave him a dessert and were all over very charismatic and not to mention the food was amazing!!!!! Even my 8 year old said "highly recommend 10/10" big win!

    My partner was helping out a neighbor move in and asked me to pick him up afterwards. He asked that…read moreI find a good place for us to have dinner since he was very tired. I didnt know what I wanted so I was looking at different places on the way back the SF Valley. I ended up choosing this place and it was a very good choice. We got there and was seated right away. We ordered our drinks and food. It didnt take long fot us to get our food. We ordered: Jalapeno Poppers -- wasnt spicy at all but it was really packed with spicy tuna, cream cheese, etc. Baked Jen Jen -- this was part of their low carb roll. It was spicy crab and avocado wrapped in baked salmon. It was pretty good. It was just too much crab for my liking. Dynamite Roll -- it had a decent amount on it All that we ordered were flavorful. Something to remember though is to make sure to ask for Wasabi and/or Ginger. They do not automatically serve them when you order rolls because some people just waste them. Makes sense! It is free so ask if you want any. The service was great. I will be back if I am in the area. The price was also comparable to other sushi joint.

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    Sushi Mura - See that I asked for extra spicy sauce oh my goodness YUMMY ever!

    See that I asked for extra spicy sauce oh my goodness YUMMY ever!

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    Tang & Noodle -STN - Korean style cockles up close. These were delicious!

    Tang & Noodle -STN

    4.2(229 reviews)
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    While chilling inside the food court at the Source, I took a look around to see what food to eat…read more Came across STN...or is it TSN? Very confusing. Anyways I saw that they had plenty of noodle dishes to choose from so decided to give it a go. Ordered the yukkaejang (spicy braised beef soup) with the rolling dumplings (both kalbi and kimchi). The dumplings were called rolling because I assume they were rolled out and shaped into balls - spherical meat stuffing balls covered with a thin dumpling wrapper. I've eaten dumplings my entire life but this type of dumpling was a first for me so I was very interested in trying this out. Turns out the dumplings were pretty good. It does fall apart pretty easily when picking them up with chopsticks to dip into the sauce which was a bit annoying, so you should be mindful and careful of that if ordering them. The yukkaejang was not the best I've had but it was still pretty good. Prices were fair and the quality of food was solid. I wish they served free water as they make you buy bottles of water if you ask them for water. But with all that being said, I wouldn't hesitate to eat here again.

    Let's just lead with the food is amazing. I had the soup noodles with beef bones with noodles. Beef…read moresoup is incredible layered with flavor and delicacy. The meat on the bone was a little tough and required a considerable amount of force to pull off to eat, but the flavor still was awesome. Unfortunately, while the food was great, the service was offputting to say the least. I understand we are in a strip mall, and I have very low expectations, but the girl serving us was surly and gave the vibe that are very presence was an annoyance to her. Any question we asked was responded with the an exasperated exhale. It clearly angered her that we didn't know how to use her point of service machine and was angry that we tried to order fried chicken, which is apparently not available anymore, but still on the menu so we got yelled at about that too. We tried to pay with the card, but apparently didn't do it right so it got scolded for that too. If the food wasn't so crazy kid, I would not come back but their front staff could take a long walk off a short pier.

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    Tang & Noodle -STN - It's listed as STN but the sign says TSN.... y'all should make up your mind.

    It's listed as STN but the sign says TSN.... y'all should make up your mind.

    Tang & Noodle -STN - Beef Rib Soup

    Beef Rib Soup

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