I had probably the best restaurant experience I've ever had this past Monday evening at Tokyo Soul,…read moreand it wasn't just cuz of the delicious fare, but also because of [& overwhelmingly so] the abundant hospitality that was shown to me and my friend. (: How it started: I showed up a couple min prior to their 5:30pm opening time and got welcomed in. Before I even sat down, a stranger at the corner table asked if I liked beer, to which I said yes, so he recommended the Suntory premium malt draft beer. I decided to go ahead & order it and liked it quite a bit & let the table of friends know. Before I knew it, I'd be introduced to Stan, one of the sunniest people you'll ever meet. He & his friends pretty much make the big decisions for the mall and are somewhat more involved w/ a handful of places like Tokyo Soul. It was such a privilege to be on the receiving end of their warmth, generosity, and openness. My friend & I ended up getting to try some of the items they're planning to introduce the following week (which I won't post pics of, just to keep it a surprise :P) as we continued getting to learn s'more about our new friends, interspersed by the continuation of my & my friend's own convos. We felt lucky that we got to be served by Edward too (a mentee of Stan's), who usually doesn't work that shift, but his friendliness was definitely one of the first things I noted as I got seated. The hospitality that night outshined the food only because it was like nothing I've experienced in LA. However, the food can hold its own, and though my conversations w/ my friend + Stan & co. meant I was eating my pork katsu curry rice way past its prime state, the dish was still so flavorful that it was a delight to eat even cold. What a Monday night to remember. Thank you Stan & co. for taking care of us so well!

We were specifically wanting katsu curry at the mall, so it was the right joint to hit up! We never…read moretried this place before, but it used to be where Monkey bar was at (iykyk). Located at the promenade and can be easy to miss since they don't have a huge sign or anything. Right across from Wing Hop Fung. We were seated immediately since it wasn't too busy. We got two katsu curries and 1 hamburg curry. The hamburg curry does take a little longer to prepare. Trying out the katsu curry, it was pretty salty overall. Mild spicy, but not spicy at all. The katsu is also pretty tough to eat at certain parts (usually the edge), and doesn't slice that cleanly when cutting it into smaller pieces. The miso soup was also a bit salty, but the salad was pretty nice and refreshing! We also got to try a bit of the hamburg curry and that one actually tasted better than the classic katsu curry... disappointing that even the signature misses the mark. Overall, it just tastes like how it's advertised, "Tokyo-style inspired". Employees were nice and attentive for checking in on us!

DOOR DASH REVIEW We…read moregot the jja Jang myun w/ sweet and sour pork combo and the jjambong (spicy seafood noodle soup) and I was very impressed! Not only were the noodles perfectly chewy texture (even after the delivery time) but there were tons of squid (my favorite) and clams mussels in the jjambong! Broth was perfect spicy too. They don't close the lid all the way so the sweet and sour pork was still crispy. Sauce on the side of course. Perfect! I'll definitely order to go from here again.

This place always hit the spot when you're indecisive about what to eat, located in the H Mart food…read morecourt. The food here is always a hit, from jjampong to their popular jja jjang Mian. The noodle is always nicely firm and springy. 8/10 The tang su yuk is ok, but it nicely compliments the noodles as a side. Quick fyi, these don't hold well if you were to takeout or delivered. 6/10 It's food court food so don't expect any dine in table service. Enjoyable and delicious meals every time here, highly recommend!

I am in LOVE. Never did I ever imagine I would love a hot pot place as much as I do here. Usually…read moreI'm a big proponent of making hot pot at home - but YGF is truly a very delicious experience. I got the tomato broth and loved it! I love all the sauces that they have and appreciate the satay sauce, black vinegar, and sesame sauce. If you order a rice, they really pile it on which is so nice of them! They have a stamp card if you want to be a regular. It's so packed on the weekends during mealtimes. I wish they had more restrooms though because the line can get long.

My sister recommended this place and it was good! I liked their sauce bar and staff was friendly…read more There is free parking which can be a little hard to find because the gym is close by and it's crowded! After entering you get a bowl and place items you want in your soup in it to get weighed. The noodles are all dispersed on top of the counter and in the middle. It's not really organize sequentially. Anyway after weighing you get told a table to sit at and then wait there. They give you lemon water automatically and the tomato broth is vegetarian. Compared to other Malatang spots, I'd say their ingredients don't seem as fresh but they have a good variety and a stamp card which is nice. Every 10 lb is a free lb. Sauce bar is good so somewhere I would go back to. Seating area is clean too.

If you're looking for authentic Korean comfort food, this is a solid choice in the SGV. Their…read morekimchi and fish cake banchan are my absolute favorites- flavorful and balances your meal. I almost always order the Galbitang-it's light and comforting without feeling heavy, arrives hot and generously filled with beef. My boys went with the pork cutlet, which was perfectly crispy and paired with a delicious tangy katsu sauce. As a nice finishing touch, we appreciated the complimentary Yakult-like yogurt drink. Parking is plentiful in the back lot, making it an easy stop. If you're craving warm, comforting Korean soul food, this places hits the spot!!!

The service here has been consistently disappointing. The first time I visited, I spoke English and…read morewas met with an unfriendly attitude. This time, since I'm Korean, I decided to speak Korean, but the service was even worse. I don't understand why the staff come across as so dismissive and cocky. From my experience, whether you speak English or Korean, the attitude seems to depend entirely on their mood. It also doesn't help that the restaurant feels very hot inside, as they don't seem to run the air conditioning, which may contribute to the unpleasant atmosphere. Quality is getting worse and sloppy. Unfortunately, because of the poor customer service, I won't be returning.

Okay, so this place has changed names over the years a few times and is right around the corner…read morefrom me, so I can't figure out if it is just a branch of the Northern Cafe chain or something independent. I swear the menu said Northern Cafe despite the sign outside. It's a small restaurant in a strip mall next to a Chinese grocery store. There is ample parking, and I doubt this place gets busy. Service was friendly even if English communication wasn't the easiest. The good. The scallion pancakes, potstickers, and dan dan noodles were all pretty good. Not mind-blowing, but good enough to come back for if you're tired and lazy and just need something decent around the corner. The pan fried pork buns (a favorite of our family) were actually good but were actually so gigantic that they were actually difficult to eat. You know the soup inside is gonna burst out scalding hot and you can't even get one in your mouth, so the juice sprays everywhere. These are better at Mr. Dragon a few blocks away. The bad. The kung pao chicken was pretty lousy. Even worse was that they were clearly in a rush to close the place after we finished, as time was running out. So, I saw the server doing cleaning of tables and utensils and other things, and then go to the kitchen and bring us our food all without washing her hands, and her thumb in the food. Kind of gross, but whattaya want Jake, that's Chinatown. Will I go back. Sure for scallion pancakes and potstickers if I just want a quick, fast, cheap meal that is close. Would I say to you that this is fantastic and recommend you definitely go if you don't live within a couple blocks? Probably not. There are so many choices in the surrounding blocks, many of which are better. But I also would not warn you to avoid this place. It's just fine for appetizers without being memorable.

Jiao Zi Bao blew me away! The standout was definitely the beef fried rice -- perfectly fried, not…read moreoily at all, and you can taste each individual kernel. It had that ideal wok aroma and was easily one of the best fried rices I've had. The xiao long bao were surprisingly impressive, even better than Din Tai Fung. Thin skins, rich broth, and super flavorful filling. The chili shrimp dumplings (wontons) were also unique -- the addition of cucumber inside gave them a refreshing crunch that balanced the chili oil perfectly. The Chinese pork pancake rounded everything out with its crispy, flaky exterior and savory pork filling. Amazing flavors across the board. Definitely a must-try spot!

We've visited twice in the past two weeks, and both times confirmed this is the real deal for…read moreyakitori. First visit: we showed up late and were still greeted warmly. The food was excellent. Second visit was on a packed Friday around 8 pm. No reservation, so the host kindly took my number and asked us to come back around 9:30. We ran a few errands and returned around 9 pm to wait it out. Over the next half hour, three different staff members came out individually to check on me and reassure me a table would open up soon. We were finally seated close to 9:30, and they apologized again with complimentary liver pâté, a cucumber chicken salad, and drinks on the house. That level of hospitality, on a slammed Friday night, says a lot about how this place treats its guests. The food matched the service -- genuinely great. Do yourself a favor and book ahead, but even the wait is worth it.

This authentic Japanese yakitori omakase restaurant had a very cool, intimate atmosphere. Everyone…read moreworking there spoke Japanese, which made the experience feel reassuring and genuine. I had a lot of fun talking with the staff and learned many interesting things about Japan during the meal. The restaurant was extremely clean, quiet, and comfortable. I sat at the counter, where I had a clear view of the chefs carefully grilling and preparing each skewer right in front of me. Everything tasted fresh and delicious. I did not expect to eat chicken heart and liver, but trying them was a fun experience, and they were much more approachable than I expected. The entire menu focused on different parts of the chicken, with no other meats served, so this is definitely the place for anyone who loves chicken and wants to experience traditional yakitori. The set omakase menu included more than enough food, and I left feeling completely satisfied. A unique, enjoyable experience with excellent food and a peaceful Japanese atmosphere.

Kaijin Sushi is awesome! Good food, friendly staff, and the AC is strong. I highly recommend trying…read morethe food here.

We are back. They don't open until 12 on Sunday. We came after church…read more My japanese wife loves their cold noodles soba. I'm trying tempora shrimp and vegetables. Friendly service and ambiance. This can be one of our regular japanese food places, easily.

What's going on beautiful and lovely people? Been coming here for at least a decade. I have to say…read moreit's my favorite place for ramen and Yakisoba. Yesterday visit 7-22-26 was excellent and wonderful it was after the Arboretum and Aldi with my beautiful and lovely Mom as well as my supportive Aunt as well as excellent and wonderful service from the lovely and and beautiful Mia. She made the visit well worth it. Super nice and friendly. Till next time. Take care and maybe I will see you at Ramen Yukinoya. Feel free to say a quick hi or hey if you happen to run into me. Best, David PS Took some picture's. Enjoy.

There is no wait here which is good. The portion is bigger than I thought for a large. A medium…read morebowl would be good enough. I had the black and red tonkotsu garlic. The pork, egg, and soup was good but the ramen was okay. First few bites soft chewy and then later it gets soggy quick like instant noodles.