This place has the best korean food around the area, service is also attentive and nice. They also have outdoor seating and are pet friendly which I liked. read more

Walked by this place a lot on way to Yimei but always a line on the weekend. So made a point coming early at 12 on a Saturday, no wait at all! I got the spicy cold noodle with mini bossam combo and hubby got the bibimbap. All the dishes were so good!! The spicy cold noodle was tangy, chewy and so refreshing! Bossam was flavorful and came with all the fixings to make a perfectly balanced bite! Hubby enjoyed his bibimbap too. Oh and all the banchans were very good as well. Service was very friendly and quick. Would definitely be back! Glad we found a go to Korean spot in the SGV. read more

I've been to Moobongri a few years ago, and I was surprised I hadn't remembered. That experience must not have really stood out. I went again with some friends recently in the mood for kalbijjim and bossam. We also had two bottles of soju and bibimnaengmyeon. Parking is always easy here, as there's ample parking underground. The best part is it's covered too. For a Saturday night, the wait was about 30 minutes. The most underwhelming experience here has got to be the subpar service. After being sat, we noticed that other tables sat after us were immediately served. Perhaps it was because we were at the corner, but we really had to flag down a server after 20 minutes. This was a repeated experience too with side dishes. Our first dish to arrive was the spicy cold noodles. Adding to the slow service was the lack of scissors upon the arrival of this dish, which is nearly a must-have if you've eaten it before. Our next dish was the bossam, and we needed more lettuce and garlic. Thankfully, we were able to flag down another server to help us. Our kalbijjim, the star of the show, was last to arrive. Now complete, each dish was indeed tasty, a solid 4 / 5. However, the lack of service and attention really ruined the night. Other tables had staff members regularly check in on them, but our table did not. For a Saturday night with lackluster service like this, I really would rather eat elsewhere. read more

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Hands down my top 5 goto spot for Korean cold noodles. The Naengmyeon here are beyond delicious, with rich clear ice cold broth and fresh chewy noodles I usually drink all the broth 1st then ask for a refill to finish off the noodles The location has the option to choose a bossam and Naengmyeon combo for the best pairing add a bottle or 2 of soju. Service was fast and easy, the dinning area is always nice and clean with good modern decor Definitely recommend read more

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Good food! We came here for the cold noodles on the way back home and it was what we needed. It was quiet on a mid afternoon and staff was moderately nice We each got a combo and we will be back for our cravings if we are in the area and not wanting to head out to LA read more

Moobongri Soondae - Korean Near Me - San Gabriel, California

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Me and my dad's go to spot for spicy nangmyeon (cold noodles) in the SGV. They also have a $11 special Galibitang for lunch. When I went to school in Berkeley, I tried the MooBongRi located in Oakland and thought that one was really good. I decided to try the San Gabriel location. However the menu is a little different. The Oakland location had this KILLER Korean fried chicken, whereas this one did not. Figured I try different menu items they offered. Service is quick and attentive. There's usually an open table when I go. Quaint little restaurant with seating outside as well. Very convenient lunch spot, as there is always parking available in the underground garage. Bossam, 8.75/10: came with pickled garlic which is a must. Gave a generous portion of pork and is accompanied well by the kimchi. Pork is seasoned well throughout. Spicy Nangmyeon, 9/10: my only complaint is that it could have a bigger portion of beef. Noodles are nice and chilled and they give a big scoop of gochujang, a little bit too much in my opinion. Noodles have a nice chew to them. Make sure to add the mustard and vinegar. Very refreshing bowl of noodles on a hot day. Steamed Egg, 7/10: no surprises here. A solid bowl of warm steamed egg in a rich broth. Although, a little pricey for a steamed egg imo. read more

Moobongri Soondae - spicy nangmyeon - Korean Near Me - San Gabriel, California

I enjoyed trying this Korean restaurant. It's located in a small plaza. They have outdoor seating with heat lamps. I was able to sit outside with my dog for dinner. The staff are nice and attentive even though we're outside. The menu has a lot of soups to try and combos so you can try a soup and a smaller meat item. I tried a seafood tofu soup with a small bossam combo and a yukgaejang. The mini bossam is the very size to share with another person. The soups were hot and flavorful. Definitely a comforting meal on a cold day. They also have cold noodles which I'll be happy to try next time. read more

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I've known about Moobongri Soondae for a while, given its convenient location in San Gabriel and that it is located near Yi Mei. I decided to go for lunch with friends one day so we could share multiple dishes. The restaurant is small but the seating is sufficient. The servers are very nice and attentive, and we got some complimentary tea and some ice to cool down the tea. The banchan is a bit sparse, but I liked the spinach. We shared a variety of dishes, including bibim naengmyeon, stone pot bibimbap, seafood pancake, and bossam. All the dishes were very solid. My favorite was probably the bossam. The naengmyeon was perfect for the hot weather, but tasted similar to other naengmyeon that I've had. The bibimbap was also fairly similar to other Korean restaurants in the area. The seafood pancake was ok. Overall it was a solid restaurant in SGV. read more

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Moobongri Soondae is located in the same plaza as Yi Mei and My Little Paris Cafe with plenty of parking available. My husband and I decided to eat an early dinner here with our little girl dog on a Saturday earlier this month. What brought us here was that they were dog friendly, this place was also on my bookmark list and we were somewhat in the area. When we walked through the entrance (there is no back entrance if you dine in with your pup, it is all enclosed so you have to enter through the main entrance of the restaurant), we were greeted by an employee. I told him that we wanted to dine outside with our dog. He led the way to their seating outside and he handed us menus. While we were looking over the menus, he had set up the outdoor heater after we asked if we could have the heater on. We were also brought a pitcher of water and 2 empty cups. After looking over the menu, we ended up ordering: Banchan- Complementary. Only came with 4 types: 2 types of kimchi (one with cucumbers, one with cabbage), seasoned bean sprouts and seasoned sliced fish cakes. We did get refills but I am disappointed with the variety and wished there were more. #4 Spicy Pork Belly Soup, $19.99 prior to tax- My husband ordered this dish. I am not a spicy eater so I didn't have any but my husband liked it. It came with a side of rice. #36: Bibimbap, $20.99 prior to tax- I decided to order this. I had asked for this to not be made with gochujang since it is automatically added. So I was brought a side of some kind of brown sauce (with perhaps the base was soy sauce but it wasn't just soy sauce). I really liked this dish and found it to be filling. In general, this is one of those those go to dishes I usually like to order at Korean restaurants (and also tofu soups). The portion size really is perfect for 2 people. Extra side of rice, $1.99 prior to tax- We ordered the side of rice for our little girl (my husband ate part of it too). I am surprised that they charge for rice (although I already knew since it was listed on the menu). It is rare to see that an Asian restaurant would charge for rice but we decided to add it to the dinner I brought for our little girl dog (yes we are one of those people who cook for their dog). ------------------------------------- (Total= $47.36 after tax, prior to tip) Service was attentive and friendly. I greatly appreciate that the 2 employees helping us did not forget about us, even though we were sitting outside. I enjoyed my food and definitely see myself coming back here again with my little girl dog. read more

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First time coming here for dinner with friends. The place was nice and cozy and service was pretty good. We ordered a couple dishes to share including Galbitang, Spicy beef soup, grilled pork belly, steamed egg and Galbi. My favorites were the Galbitang and the steamed egg. The Galbi was good too I thought it was a bit too fatty. I might come back again for lunch since they have the Galbitang at the lunch price for only $11. read more

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This place is always consistent. I stopped by for lunch and ordered cold noodles, spicy cold noodles and galbi. I see a new item on the menu pork belly bbq samkyupsal. I'd love to try it next time. They also have lunch special pork belly soup and soulongtang soup. Never had an issue with finding parking here. You'll catch me here on a hot day for sure. read more

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I came here after seeing it on TikTok, and it was a huge disappointment. The food was just okay--not worth the experience--but the service was unacceptable. On Sunday (04/19/2026 at 2:15 PM), we ordered a combo tofu soup with steamed pork and a spicy soup. I clearly told the server multiple times that I do NOT eat green onions or white onions and asked for none in my soup. The soup came out loaded with onions anyway. When I pointed it out, the staff took the dishes back with an obvious attitude--no apology, no acknowledgment. When I spoke again to the original server, he didn't apologize either and just walked away. I even overheard them in the kitchen confirming that I had asked for no onions. The issue isn't just that they got the order wrong--it's how they handled it. The staff were rude, dismissive, and clearly didn't care. When the soup was brought back, there were still onions in it. Later, when packing it to-go, I found more onions underneath, which made it obvious they didn't remake the dish--they just picked some off the top and sent it back out. Completely unacceptable. First time here and definitely the last. I will not be returning and would not recommend this place to anyone. The service alone is enough reason to stay away. read more

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Came here a few times recently... For birthdays and reunion meetups. A big fan of their galbi-jim here as the portion is HUGE given it was over $100 for the large. But even with my heavy eater family, there was still a sizable amount to take home. That's a decent portion in my book. I really like their fishcake here. Kimchi is more on the fermented size here. Bossam is also very solid here, doesn't feel heavy here even though you're eating fatty pork belly. The tangs here are about what you'd expect from this style of place. No salt included, add it yourself. Seafood pancake a little pricey here and not spectacular. Service is friendly and they keep you topped up on banchan most of the time. Clean and busy spot. read more

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Came by on a Tuesday night and there was no wait. Restaurant was relatively small with few indoor seats but there was an outdoor patio as well. Staff was attentive and friendly but restaurant could use an extra hand especially during peak hours. Ambiance was casual and perfect for dinner with family or hangout with friends Premium galbijim (large)- portion was generous for a party of 4 and we had plenty of leftover for the next day. We got the regular soy (nonspicy) flavor and while it was savory, it became a little overpowering throughout the meal. Otherwise, the meat was very tender and the potatoes added a nice touch to the meal. I did wish they added a little more rice cakes to the mix though. Our order came with 4 white rices, which was perfect. Parking was relatively easy with underground parking lot in the plaza. read more

Moobongri Soondae - galbijim - Korean Near Me - San Gabriel, California

I came here for lunch and was super excited that they had steamed egg on their menu. Got the seolleongtang (I should have known to ask for the lunch portion because I had to take most of it home) and steamed egg and both were very good. I'm also glad to see that they had one vegan-friendly option so I can take my husband here next time for him to try. Location is very hidden on Las Tunas Blvd with very minimal parking spots. Can't wait to come back! read more

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Mini bossam! Great, cuz I didn't want to pay $32.99 for a full size order. Was therefore the soondae, since it's in the name of the restaurant! There was three rows of soondae, but don't know if it was three different flavors/kind. The lighter color one was the best texture! I think that one had rice. The other two had the glass noodles. Includes like a salt for dipping and fermented shrimps. The assorted pork meats were good too! I don't even know what parts of the pork it was, but wrap it up with garlics, jalapeños, and sauce in a lettuce leaf and you're good! There's two kinds The bossam is boiled pork. They give you all the veggies and sauce to wrap it up in a lettuce leaf as well. Next time I want to try the BBQ version. read more

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This place is great! What is better than good food, good service with it! The servers were quite nice, even though they may sometimes forget certain things that may come with certain dishes, they were quick to help and get whatever we needed. We tried the bossam boiled pork, seafood pancake, bimbimbap, and seafood soon tofu. I didn't know if they had a pan fried Bossam, I swear I thought I saw another table order it. Quite pricey for the seafood pancake but it was quite good. The place is clean and there is plenty of seating. They have an underground parking lot shared with all the neighbor shops. I would definitely stop by again for some more Korean food! Until next time ! read more

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Food: 4/5 Ordered two items from the menu the beef tofu soup and bossam and the galbitang. I love that there's an option for ordering an entree and a side of bossam. There also a half order available if you want too! Love that! The tofu soup and bossam was good! The galbitang was good too but you can add more salt for flavoring. Service: 3/5 It might be because they were busy, but they were not very attentive. Had to ask a few times for different things. Ambiance: Quaint little restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating. There's kpop music also playing in the background. read more

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Wanted something spicy and wanted to love this place because it's so close to home but flavors fell short. We also wanted spicy ramen with the soups that was offer but that option is not available unless you buy the big pot that was $69 why??? Ended up not having any of the soups. Kimchi fried rice has no flavor, seafood pancake was filled mostly with greens rather than seafood also super thick texture, and the buckwheat cold noodles was probably the only thing that had some flavor. The service is fine but they didn't really want to make any accommodations when i even asked could I buy a side of ramen with the smaller portion of the spicy soup. Lots of people, small space but there is outdoor seating that accommodates dogs in the patio area. The place feels humid inside, table we're sticky for being fairly new space. It's inside the plaza, with lots of parking spaces. read more

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Came here for dinner last week with a gf on a weekday. The tables and menus were a bit sticky upon arriving, which was a little bit of an ick. I do like that they have different combo options available. Their portions are quite big, and I did have leftover from my combo. I ordered the Cold Noodle + Mini Bossam combo, while my gf ordered their Galbitang. The cold noodle surprisingly took the longest to come out out of all our dishes...When we were asked if we wanted refill of our banchans, we did ask for more of the spicy radish...but they never brought out more for us. Their banchan that day was Spicy Radish, Bean Sprouts, Mushrooms and Kimchi. I did like their Kimchi. My gf did like their Galbitang. I enjoyed their Cold Noodle (not good as leftover, best to be eaten fresh & there), but I feel that I've had better Bossam elsewhere. Easy parking in their lot or underground parking also available. One unisex restroom that was fairly clean. Service was ok, a bit slow for the Cold Noodle, as I said above... read more

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Yum! A great spot for Korean food that's not in ktown or OC. I think the quality and taste of the dishes here are better than most in the 626 area. My favorite dish is the cold noodles. I know I shouldn't be eating carbs all the time but it's so good and I'm always craving them especially in the summer time. It's so hard to just order one thing here because everything that we tried here was good so far. The side dishes are a tad better quality. The steamed egg is salted to perfection. I enjoyed the rib soup, bossam, the galbitang, gamjatang and the other dishes as well. It's hard not to over eat here! The service is good however sometimes there is a wait and maybe not enough staff to service all the tables. read more

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This place is kind of hidden. The place is kind of small and the service was good. So the reason for the four stars is because I read the other reviews the owner has responded to and he always talks about the quality of the food. The food is good, but I don't think the price really reflect the quality. Especially with the quantity of the food. At least for my dish. My sister who also never finishes her food, finished her food. I got seafood tofu+bulgogi combo. There was barely any seafood in there, and they were small like a baby. The soup base is also not as flavorful as I would have liked. The bulgogi was pretty good. Although I feel like the portion was really small as well. My sister got the cold noodle, and that dish was really good. Maybe that was the reason my sister also finished her food? haha but I would definitely go for the cold noodle next time I come here. Overall, I did have a good experience. When I went around lunch time, the restaurant was decently packed but there was no wait and we were able to catch up with our friends with out having to raise our voices. read more

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My husband and I stopped by this new Korean spot in the San Gabriel Valley and loved it. We had the yukgaejang (spicy beef soup) and bulgogi -- both were super tasty and hit the spot. The staff was so friendly, the food came out fast, and the whole vibe was warm and welcoming. They're known for their Korean soups, and after trying one, I totally get why. Prices are reasonable, portions are solid, and we'll definitely be coming back. Great little gem! read more

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Small restaurant located in a plaza with a parking lot. My friend and I went on a Sunday late afternoon and easily found parking. There were a few empty tables, so we could choose our table. There is Kpop playing in the background and has a casual dine in experience. We ordered the rose tteokbokki (added ramen) and mayak simba combo. The mayak came out quickly with a horseradish sauce. The sauce suited the mayak well. I was surprised how small they were but my friend said that's how they usually are, so that's just how it is The rose tteokbokki with ramen came a couple minutes after. The sauce is thick and comes with fishcake and sausages. The rice cake is cooked perfectly. Would definitely get the tteokbokki but original with cheese, egg and ramen next time! read more

Moobongri Soondae - Rose tteokbokki with ramen - Korean Near Me - San Gabriel, California

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The food here is excellent and it's dog friendly! We had family in town and couldn't ask for a better set up in the back patio. They had ample umbrellas for shade and tables that can sit 8 people. We ordered cold buckwheat noodles with pork belly (A+) and the Gamjatang with cheese (A). Portions were large and easily shared with family and friends. Servers were courteous and prompt. There is underground shaded parking which was a nice surprise. There is only one bathroom in the back of the restaurant but it was kept clean. There is no privacy when you walk out so everyone will know you used the bathroom lol but really who's looking! Would definitely come here again with a large group to try their other items. A piece of K-town in SGV...hell yeah! read more

Moobongri Soondae - 33. Cold Noodle with Bulgogui - Korean Near Me - San Gabriel, California

Mouthwatering and absolutely delicious! I came here on Sunday with my boyfriend after craving Bossam. However after seeing the menu, we decided to go for the samgyeopsal (bbq version of bossam) and two pork belly soups (spicy and non spicy). I didn't get to try the Soondae, but I'll definitely try it next time (since that's what they're known for). The soups were great, but we definitely overestimated how much we would be able to eat-- especially with the samgyeopsal. For two, we definitely could've shared a soup and the samgyeopsal. We were pretty hungry and devoured the samgyeopsal, but still had plenty of soup left over. The samgyeopsal was definitely the star of the show. The grilled buttery mushrooms simply melted in my mouth with the bbq meat-- contrasted with the crunchiness and fresh taste of the lettuce. I found myself wanting to eat more, despite how full I was getting. The portions looked small at first, but don't let it fool you, there's plenty of meat. For $32.99 it was definitely good bang for your buck! The soups were alright, they did their job and were decent-- it was what you would expect. I would've liked it a lot more, but unfortunately, I was so preoccupied with the samgyeopsal that I didn't really think much about them. They complemented the samgyeopsal pretty well, and I'd definitely come back for their soups during lunch (since it's $11.99 at lunch for their special vs $18.99 for dinner). The service was fast and spectacular, I didn't feel like we had to wait a while for refills on sides and they constantly checked in on us. They were very attentive. The inside is nice and cozy, with comfortable seating arrangements. Plenty of parking. Overall, our bill was around $80 after tip. Well worth imo for 2 soups and a main entree. read more

Moobongri Soondae - Pork Belly Soup, Spicy Pork Belly Soup, and Samgyeopsal - Korean Near Me - San Gabriel, California

Good food with attentive staff. This is my family's go to lunch spot when we are craving something soupy. Favorites are the bossam, soondae, #1, and #2. read more

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First time trying this place my friend. The restaurant has a great design and ambiance. It is cozy and great place to hangout. It is neat and clean. Soondae Fried Webfoot Octupus: my friends really enjoyed this dish. The dish includes small octopus, tteokbokki, glass noodles, and soondae. It is slightly spicy, and greatly seasoned. This is unique dish is worth a try. Ttubaegi Bibimbap: I find it to be average. The portion is small compared to other restaurants with that price. Not a must order dish. Spicy Cold Noodles with Soondae sampler: The cold noodles were amazing. My friends really enjoyed it. Highly recommend it to give it a try especially on hot days, definitely a great option. The radish and red cabbage adds a great crunch to the dish. You can add white vinegar if you like to have a hint of sourness, and mustard/hot sauce if you like to be spicy. The soondae sampler is a great option to try various options. This is a great combination to try most of their signature dishes. Banchan: their side dishes is kind of limited, I hope they can have more variety. The service wasn't the best, one of the employees didn't know what he was doing and appeared to be kind of impolite at some point. But overall, it is still a great place to try. There was a line starting at 6pm (on a Saturday). read more

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I really enjoy this restaurant! Everything is shareable so you can come with small or large group, it's for everyone! My go-to dishes are their cold noodles and Bossom - this combo is the best. read more

This has quickly become my new favorite Korean restaurant in the San Gabriel area. I visited on a Wednesday around 1:30 pm, and parking was easy to find. The restaurant was quiet, and I was seated immediately. The staff was attentive and welcoming. I especially loved the Lunch Mini Bossam option. Since I was dining alone, the portion size was perfect. It's a big win that they offer a smaller version for just $16.99--great value for high-quality food and side dishes. The boiled pork was tender and flavorful, served in an adorable small bamboo steam basket, which was a nice touch. I only wish it was closer to my workplace so I could come for lunch at least once a week! Can't wait to come back and try other dishes ;) read more

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Their lunch specials soups are a great deal and very delicious. They have beef sullungtang and pork gukbap! Also their sides of kimchi and pickled radish is really great! Service is quick but note that it gets quite crowded during lunch time. Will have to return to try their other dishes next time. read more

Stopped by for lunch on a Friday afternoon around 1pm. The restaurant was pretty empty at the time. My husband and I ordered a #14 and the lunch special sulongtang. Food came out pretty quickly. We really enjoyed the meat platter that came with the pork belly soup combo. For me personally I thought the pork belly soup didn't need any extra salt. The songtang was also pretty good. There was a good portion of meat in the soup. For this soup I did add a little spoonful of salt to season. Compared to other Korean restaurants this place only offered 4 banchans which I didn't think was a good variety. The initial portion was also very tiny. Also, even though I didn't add much salt to the soups I ended up feeling really thirsty for the rest of the day. read more

Moobongri Soondae - Korean Near Me - San Gabriel, California

First we were welcomed in and I noticed there's indoor and outdoor seating. Indoor is much smaller than I thought it looked from the outside. Plenty parking available in the plaza or underground. We ordered galbitang soup and moobongri soondae combo. It's my first time trying korean sausages. It came with 2 diff sauces that he taught us which to dip. The sauces def elevated the sausages. Their banchan was so good, I wanted to ask for more! We also ordered the steamed egg which is always delicious but boy was it expensive just for steamed eggs. Egg prices are through the roof! Phew!!! read more

Moobongri Soondae - Korean Near Me - San Gabriel, California

Small restaurant with outdoor seating as well. Service was good and food came out in a decent amount of time. Ordered the Doganitang (#8), Seafood Pancake (#21), Sampler Combo (#24), Bulgogi Mini (#26). Overall very good food! The seafood pancake was a large serving (good for 3-4 people) and the sampler combo was a good amount although I probably would have liked more. The mini size of the bulgogi was actually sooo small- I was shocked when the dish came out. For $16 it felt kinda steep. It's a perfect portion for a single serving with no leftovers though. I would come back! read more

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Moobongri Soondae (무봉리 순대) - A Hearty Korean Comfort Spot in San Gabriel If you're craving authentic Korean comfort food, Moobongri Soondae in San Gabriel delivers. Specializing in soondae (Korean blood sausage), soups, and pork dishes, this low-key spot serves up bold flavors in generous portions. Whether you're in the mood for spicy broths or crispy pancakes, it's a solid choice for a casual lunch or dinner. What We Ordered: * Spicy Pork Neck Bone Soup (Gamjatang) * Sampler Combo (Soondae + Boiled Pork) * Large Bossam * Seafood Pancake * Spicy Cold Buckwheat Noodles (Bibim Naengmyeon) * Steamed Egg * Kimchi fried rice Highlights: Our servers on a super late dinner Saturday night were amazing. I arrived a bit early before my cousins and one of the server came out and got me a chair while I was waiting. Also, they sat me once the table was ready and my cousins haven't arrived yet. Spicy Pork Neck Bone Soup (9/10): This was the standout. The broth had a deep, spicy flavor with just enough heat to keep things interesting. The pork neck bones were tender and fall-off-the-bone soft. It came with a tangy mustard-like dipping sauce that added a sharp, slightly sweet contrast to the rich meat unexpected but seriously good. Served bubbling hot with perilla leaves, napa cabbage, and potatoes comforting and filling. Sampler Combo (7/10): If you're new to soondae, this is a good place to start. The blood sausage had a soft, chewy texture with subtle seasoning. The boiled pork slices added variety and paired well with the fermented shrimp sauce. Large Bossam (8.5/10): Thinly sliced, well-cooked pork belly served with napa cabbage, garlic, and ssamjang. It was clean-tasting and not overly fatty. The portion size is generous great for sharing with 3-4 people. Seafood Pancake (9/10): Golden-brown and crisp on the outside, packed with squid and scallions. Could've used a little more seasoning, but it's still a satisfying appetizer, especially dipped in the vinegar soy sauce. Spicy Cold Buckwheat Noodles (10/10): Chewy and refreshing with a spicy-sweet gochujang sauce. Topped with sliced cucumber, pickled radish, and half a boiled egg. A perfect balance to the heavier pork dishes. Side Dishes (9/10): The kimchi, pickled radish, and seasoned mushrooms were delicious--not just filler. Each banchan held its own and paired nicely with the mains. Crisp, fresh, and well-seasoned. Less Impressive: Steamed Egg (6/10): Light and fluffy, but not much to write home about. It's the standard version you'll find at most Korean spots--nothing bad, just nothing memorable either. Kimchi fried rice (7/10) Solid execution with bold flavor. The rice was nicely seared with just the right amount of tangy kimchi and a hint of spice. It came topped with a fried egg, which added a creamy richness when mixed in. Great as a side dish to share or a satisfying meal on its own if you're not in the mood for soup. Not overly greasy, and portion size was fair. Areas for Improvement: * Service: Staff is polite but can be stretched thin during peak hours. Maybe staff up during peak hours and on the weekends. Other than that I didn't experience this myself but from previous reviews I read. * Seating: The space is small and fills up quickly. Tables are close together, so it's not the best spot for a quiet meal. Expect a wait during dinner rush. Tips: * Parking: Plaza lot and underground garage available shared with Yimei * Payment: Credit cards accepted * Pro Tip: Come early for lunch or late dinner to avoid the crowd. Go early and scan the QR code to join the waitlist * There is patio seating as well _____ If you're in the area and in the mood for something spicy, porky, and deeply comforting, Moobongri Soondae is a dependable go-to. The pork neck soup alone is worth the visit, especially with that zippy dipping sauce and the banchan are strong enough to hold their own. read more

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I came on a Saturday at 11:30am and were seated without a wait for our party of 5. We ordered the Medium Gamjatang Combo ($70), Cold Noodle + Mini Bossam ($28) and a sampler plate of Soondae ($15). They had a variety of banchan - radish kimchi, regular kimchi, shiitake mushrooms, and smashed cucumber. The Gamjatang was definitely the highlight of our meal and came with 3 bowls of rice and a fluffy steamed egg. I chose sujebi (hand-pulled dough) for the noodles, which were perfectly chewy. The broth was delicious with just a little bit of a kick, and the pork meat was tender and fell off the bone easily. The rest of the meal was just average as I thought the sundae was just okay and could have been more flavorful. The bossam was tender, but was slightly on the drier end. We did enjoy pairing it with the salted shrimp and cabbage it came with. The Cold Noodle's broth could have had a richer flavor, but the buckwheat noodles were nice and chewy. Service was friendly and quickly brought out everything we needed. Overall, the food was tasty, although I'd say there are lots of better spots in Ktown. I did love not having to drive all the way to Ktown for decent Korean comfort food though. Lots of parking underground if the ground floor parking spots are taken. read more

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Almost want to gatekeep this place, but too good to not share. Moobongri has quickly risen the ranks of being my favorite korean restaurant in the SGV area. I've been twice recently with the recent cold weather change for their soups. The service is great, side dishes are solid and the inside is very clean. The broths for the galbitang and yukgaejang are all very rich, full bodies and savory. read more

One of the best Korean restaurant find in the 626 area. Wish they stay open longer. Might have over ordered since my friend and I be eating with our eyes, but everyone was so good. Love their bossam! It was juicy! Pancakes were crispy and soft on the inside! Their soup was nicely seasoned. To top it off, service was amazing! Small store but clean interior. read more

Moobongri Soondae - Korean Near Me - San Gabriel, California

Came in for dinner and were seated quickly. Restaurant is clean and spacious. Most patrons were Korean so it's a good sign. We ordered a bunch of items to share and sample and everything was good. Mild spicy jjim was the best I've had flavor wise and meat was tender. Bossam was plentiful and also good. Spicy cold noodle was excellent. Banchans were all very tasty as well. Portions are large and we had plenty to take home. Everyone was happy with their meals and already thinking of coming back next time we're in the area to try other items. read more

Their food is so good, especially their soondae webfoot octopus. I came during their anniversary and they gave us 15% off. Not sure how long it will last. Tip: If you're in the driving vicinity area, then I would sign up for the Yelp waitlist before arriving at their parking lot. Sometimes there might be 1-2 groups waiting outside. Parking: A dedicated parking lot is available and there's always at least 1-2 spots available for parking. Taro Gukbap: This soup base is so heartwarming and with an underlying spicy beef brisket. Great dish to get on a rainy or cold day. Soondae + Fried Webfoot Octopus: SO GOOD! Usually soondae tastes pretty bland to me but their sauce and marination pairs so well with the juicy cooked webfoot octopus. Very underrated dish! read more

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