This place is excellent, either eating there or getting takeout. It focuses on really classic flavors rather than being trendy!

I've consistently ranked them among my top three comfort‑food restaurants in Koreatown. However, my last visit was a bit of a letdown. Prices have gone up due to inflation, and both the kimchi and radish no longer taste the way they used to. Even the dish I've always loved didn't feel the same anymore. For now, my rating remains at four stars. Hopefully, my next visit will lead to a different verdict. read more

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if im going to be honest i genuinely think cold noodles aren't for me, The spicy cold noodles are good they aren't spicy more like on the sweeter side, im not saying it was bad but it was good but not good enough to come back. On the other hand the kimchi was so good it comes with spicy and no spice version. Service was good. Most of the time ktown plaza is packed but today was empty. read more

Young Dong Restaurant - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

My go-to for Sul lung tang. Love the #2. Very simple menu but delish and hits every time.

Got the cold black soy bean noodles. It's hard to find this in the US but have seen it on YouTube. So finally got to try this. It was refreshing. Very strong soy bean taste mixed with black sesame. It's big portion. Noodle was chewy. I believe it's authentic but I have never tried it before so I wouldn't know! read more

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I've been coming to Young Dong Restaurant since I was a kid with my folks, and coming back now feels like stepping into a time capsule (in the best possible way) except this time I'm here with my own kids. Aside from the prices (which, to be fair, have gone up like everywhere else), the place feels almost exactly the same as I remember it. The decor, the vibe, the layout of the dining room. It all has that classic old-school K-town feel that's getting harder to find these days. There's something really comforting about a place that hasn't tried to reinvent itself every few years. Young Dong just knows what it is and sticks to it. The food is exactly why I keep coming back. The flavors are consistent and satisfying, and the experience feels authentic in a way that a lot of newer spots sometimes miss while chasing trends. It's the kind of restaurant where you settle in, eat, and leave full and happy. If you grew up going here, it's a nostalgic trip. If you didn't, it's still a great reminder of the kind of neighborhood spot that helped define Koreatown for decades. Not many places manage to stay this true to themselves for so long, and I'm glad Young Dong is still around doing exactly what it's always done. Also, they still have plenty of FREE parking in back! read more

Young Dong Restaurant - October 2025 Menu Photo - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Well came back yesterday. Haven't been back since OG review. Been having the itch for this place for years and well let's say my craving was satisfied. The place is exactly as I remembered. I ordered #7 and the other eater with me ordered #1. read more

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The good: - parking - service (sweet Korean auntie!) - food comes out fast Hole in the wall vibes. I got #2 - beef stew no fat The food itself had a decent portion of meat, noodles, soup. For banchan it was kimchi, pickled jalapeños, rice. They also provide a green onion bucket and seasonings for you to customize your soup. All of the food was serviceable and my stomach left happy. It wasn't mind blowing, but I understand it's not meant to be. It's a healthy bone broth clear soup that's high protein and healthy. Unfortunately, I do think it's a little expensive for what I got. read more

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This place is my go to when I want soup. I love the beef stock and I add so much scallion and Kimchi juice in it. The meats always tender and comes with rice and a bunch of banchan. Our order always come out super fast and it's so filling. Every time we come to LA, we have to fit a meal at Young Dong!! FYI- there's a parking lot in the back!!!! read more

This place seemed very old school with food that's more towards comfort Korean food. They had a private parking lot so that was very nice to not find parking super far away and that the place was very easy to find. I got the spicy beef noodle soup which was very simple. The soup felt like I could make it at home or get it from the store. The broth didn't have a lot of depth but there was a lot of meat. The kimchi was very fresh and complimented the dish very well. It seemed like it would fit for someone who was wanting a hearty soup to get full. read more

Young Dong Restaurant - 7. Spicy Beef Soup with Vegetable - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I come here almost weekly. Delicious, clean tasting soup. I'm not Korean and didn't know how to properly eat it. You have to add salt to season the broth. Once you know how much salt to add, the soup is very delicious. I'm almost back to the point of adding no salt because the beef broth itself, though subtle, is healing. read more

Casual, local sul lung tang specialist known for their clear broth. Good solid beef flavor. Nice cuts of beef. Kimchi is fine but I liked Han Bat's kimchi more. Seating is indoor only. They have a private large parking lot. Credit cards are accepted. read more

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This is a hot take but I prefer clear sullungtang over the milky version, and I love Young Dong's iteration. Sullungtang runs at a steep cost these days but theirs really hits the spot. So much flavor and a good portion of meat in the soup. The kimchi here is some of the best I've had. It's nothing crazy, but pairs so well with the soup. This is one of those oldschool Ktown establishments and there is definitely a good reason why! A great spot to grab a quick meal but also a very solid takeout / pickup option for those cold nights where you just want soup and rice. read more

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Came here on a rainy Wednesday around 6 pm. They have a spacious private parking lot behind the restaurant that you can access from right next to it. There was only one group there when we came but a few more parties came in after we ordered. The inside seems to not have been updated in at least the past decade and there are old photos on the walls. But they must be doing something right for people to be coming back! The woman taking orders and delivering all the food was very friendly. She got busier when more parties came in but still was looking at every table to make sure they had everything they needed. The menu seems to change occasionally. When we went, we got #2 beef with no fat stew, #5 ox foot stew, and #7 spicy beef with vegetables. Each was around $16-17. All come with radish and cabbage kimchi, pickled jalapeños, and 1 bowl of rice each. You can ask for more kimchi but more rice will cost $2/bowl. The #2 came out the most bland in terms of seasoning, however the broth was still meaty. It came with flat thin strips of beef and noodles. There was white/black pepper mix and green onions at the table that we added and of course we ate it with the kimchi as we did with all the stews. #5 was already seasoned with white pepper and had a stronger meat flavor. The ox bones inside were covered in collagen and a little meat. #7 was my favorite! It had the most seasoning and saltiness and was perfectly spicy. It had bean sprouts and green onions and the meat was shredded. There were 4 of us splitting the 3 meals since we weren't that hungry. We left satisfied but not full, probably would get my own stew next time (but still try everybody else's haha). Prices have gone up it seems but it makes sense for their location. I would maybe come back on a cold day or night and get the #7 again. I've never had anything like it before and was very happy with the experience. read more

Young Dong Restaurant - 7. Spicy Beef Soup with Vegetable 2. Beef with No Fat Stew 5. Ox foot stew - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Simple, decent sul lung tang. Every place was packed on a Friday night, but this place had parking and no lines. Definitely recommend if you want a simple, no-fuss meal. 6 of us were seated immediately. I think because we weren't Korean, they asked us to write our # for our order down. This place seems to offer every part of beef except oxtail hehe. Broth is clear. The soups were ok. My friend made the mistake of getting the vegetable soup one, she didn't know it's legitimately a soup (no noodles, veggies were all bean sprouts). We had room to head out for dessert after. read more

My family of 4 came in on a cold Wednesday evening around dinner time.. there were only 2 other tables occupied so we were sat and attended to immediately. The ambience clearly isn't the restaurant's biggest priority.. but there is a good amount of indoor dining space and kept fairly clean! We were sat and given complimentary tea and cups for the table to share. As a spot that focuses on stew, it was very easy to order as their menu signage is visually large and displayed on the wall. We decided to order 3 stews as pictured in my post (menu seems to change). All 3 came out steamy!! The spicy stew was the most flavorful by far and my favorite of the 3. The other two had tasty broth but not nearly as strong of flavor. The meats were prepared well and I'd recommend using the kimchi, jalapeño sauce, salt, and green onions on the table to season your stew!! I think it makes all the difference. Side note: the kimchi is free with your order of stew!! The first servings of rice are also complimentary but small. The extra orders of rice are $2! Overall I think the service was quick, good, and fast! We had a great dinner experience. read more

Young Dong Restaurant - 7. Spicy Beef Soup with Vegetable 2. Beef with No Fat Stew 5. Ox foot stew - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This store is known for their clear sul lung tang. It's like a cleaner version of pho and you can control how much salt you want to add. I thought it would be more like galbi tang since it was clear but to my surprise, it was very much still like a sul lung tang. Parking is a bit small but we got lucky and came when it wasn't busy. read more

Noodles were so good and the lady working was so nice! Try the Dumpling noodles - it's bomb! read more

I'm in the mood for soup Simply just because it's raining Funny, but when it's raining I'm in the mood for beef soup (sul lung tang) Sul lung tang is a beef soup with no fat. It looks plain and simple, but it just hits the spot! It's the tender beef, warm and comforting broth that you add white rice and a lot of green onion to. Then there are thin noodles that are just the perfect complement. But that's not all. There is a side sauce that you dip the beef in. It is salty, sweet, sour, and brings out the umami in the beef. Now, add some kimchi to every mouthful. Each spoonful of this goodness just makes you go 'ah~~~'. Side note, I appreciate the fact that there is plenty of parking in the back. The service is very quick, and they leave you alone. But when you ask for kimchi refill over and over, they gladly come by to bring you more. read more

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They serve very reminiscent guk bap (breakfast stews). It's not the fanciest nor the mind blowing but it brings back memories. The sul lung tang (beef stew) doesn't have a lot of meat nor has the milky texture everybody is used. Their rice is very tasty but they give half the amount that would be sufficient for the stews. The service is very fast and they provide both cold and hot tea with a lot of green onion (absolutely love). The restaurant is very clean and they have different chojang (spicy sauce). Overall: It's good but not noteworthy. It is also a bit expensive compared to other guk bap restaurants. I would wait for 5 min but leave if I have to wait 10 min. read more

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This place used to be really good, but they are cutting corners now. The experience of sullungtang is not just the beef soup, but the kimchi condiments that complement the experience. The sullungtang at Young Dong is still good. But it seems like they are no longer making the kimchis in house, and they now buy them from elsewhere (to me, it feels like Mainland Chinese import which is dirt cheap. Chinese imported kimchi has no greens). Would I still go back? I m not sure. It feels like after over 40 years of excellent food, the new management has now decided to maximize profits and cut costs while charging $20 for a bowl of sullungtang. read more

the lady at the counter was so nice and service was excellent!!! portions are big and food was actually delicious :) would definitely go back! read more

I grew up eating here ever since I was a wee little kid. This seollungtang is definitely different from your usual thick, cloudy broth soup like Hanbat. The soup here is clear but still hits on days when you're not feeling the best. I always get their flank beef soup especially cause I'm not a huge fan of the other meets in my soup. Food always comes out super quickly so you can count on the fast service. Parking here is easy as they have a lot in the back, no valet. read more

This is a hidden mom and pops authentic Korean restaurant, have been there a couple of times and for sure it feels like a very good comfort food. We usually get the mixed beef dish (#9) and this delicious broth with noodles to accompany the meat. The place itself is nothing to brag about, just a regular clean place with pictures of the owner with famous Korean people on the walls, they do have parking though which is not that easy to find in KTown. The service is just ok. t's worth the regular service for the good food! read more

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We really like Young Dong for sullungtang cause of the cleaner less fatty tasting broth. The beef cheek is the go to for us thanks to the super tender meat that's just got a good amount of fat. The jalapeno soy dipping sauce is perfect as well, adding that extra bit of heat. I tend to go crazy with the kimchi juice they offer on the side to add additional flavor. Green onion, salt, and pepper are also on the side to be added to taste. Kimchi and daikon are also available. A lot of people complain about the lack of additional banchan but really, the soups and stews here are the stars. Although our most recent trip, both the daikon and the kimchi were abnormally sweet and fresh, which was a bit off. Hope it was just a one-off thing. Even during prime dining time, it's fairly quick to get a seat, which I love. Free parking! Amazing right? read more

Quite different than the regular milky bone marrow soup I'm used to, but no less delicious. The cuts of meat in the soup are soooo tender and fantastic, and they're cut into bite sized pieces so u get loads of meat with each spoonful! The soup broth itself is very very good, not milky but still get that sullungtang flavor. I love how quaint it is in here too, not all the hustle and bustle of Han bat but still the same quality and taste! read more

Young Dong Restaurant - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Food 5/5 Service 5/5 Atmosphere 5/5 I come here every weekend. It is one my favorite korean food and restaurant. I forgot to take a picture of my food. This place is really good and staff are always friendly and helpful. They have a free parking lot in the back. The food itself the most authentic sul lung tang(ox bone soup). The kimchi is really delicious. It is fresh, juicy and not overly spicy. Food is consistent and generous. Try them all. I highly recommended this place. read more

Incredible comfort food. We were seeking something lighter and less smelly than pho, and Young Dong delivered and more. I think what we had was called "gukbap," which translates to soup with rice. We ordered the Beef With No Fat Stew, which is a type of gukbap. It's a beef-bone broth with skinny noodles and slices of beef, with rice on the side. You add salt, spice, green onion, and kimchi "juice" to the broth to your liking. After the slightest bit of salt it was terrific, and only got better/more rounded/umami as I added green onion and a splash of kimchi juice. Very clean yet flavorful! My dining partner explained that you eat the rice with soup and that some people even mix their rice directly into their soup. There is a sweet and spicy jalapeño dipping sauce for the beef that from what I understand is unique to this place. I was so distracted and engaged by my noodle soup that I didn't try the radishes and kimchi until halfway through our meal. Omg! We couldn't cut them fast enough thereafter. The flavors and fermentation were perfect; up there with the best. It was a delightful and warmly nourishing meal. Excellent! read more

Young Dong Restaurant - 2. Beef with No Fat Stew - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Very good for night when you Lee hungry and don't want to cook. This restaurant is known for soup in town. read more

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dont go to this restaurant unless you want to get ripoff. it literally taste like frozen soup package you can get from the korean supermarket. read more

The no fat soup is clear and delicious. It's not the milky fatty seolleongtang that smells like cow. It's more like pho... so so good. The kimchi and kkakdugi is mind blowing. My favorite one in Ktown! read more

Amazing sullungtang! Came here after many years. Glad to see the taste has not changed. Restaurant has their own parking lot but there's also plenty of street parking. This is a hole in the wall mom and pop shop. Don't expect fancy decor or ambience. Restaurant is small with old walls and ceilings, bunch of photos on the wall of the owner and various Korean celebrities. Restaurant has been operating for years. Ordered the brisket (meat only) sullungtang. Put generous amount of scallions and chili powder in your soup (or ask for chili paste). They give you sides of rice, cabbage and radish kimchi. My favorite is the side of soy sauce pickled jalapeno. Broth is clean and heart warming. read more

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Those who said this place is mediocre don't know what they're talking about. You gotta try at least 5-10 other Seolleongtang korean beef soup places to know this is one of the top ones. Plus comes with a tangy dipping sauce (soy / sugar/ vinegar based) with a tinge of spice from the sliced green jalapeño. Definitely a place to come back to. All the meat inside the Seolleongtang soup as well as the Mix Meat Plate was so soft and tender, each piece melts inside your mouth. read more

I was really craving some soup and rice and this place was the answer to my craving!! The soup had great flavor & spice and the kimchi was slightly sweet and refreshing. Food came out quick and I enjoyed the tea as well. Please note I do have a higher spice tolerance than most so if you think Flaming Hot Cheetos are spicy get something more mild. I would definitely go back, so many more items I want to try on the menu. read more

Young Dong Restaurant - 7. Spicy Beef Soup with Vegetable - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

They will include extra 깍뚜기or 김치 if you're a regular. They have their own parking lot. There's a reason they're my favorite 설농탕 spot.

Not the worst, not the best. Feels more like side menu Seol-lung-tang than a main menu. Broth is the clean type. Kimchi and ggak-du-gi are less spicy, more sweet. I guess some like it that way, but I prefer the side dishes to contrast from the main dish more strongly. Then again, IMHO, none of the SLT places in K-town has perfect side dishes. read more

Young Dong Restaurant - Mix Seol lung tang - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

We stopped at Young Dong Restaurant for lunch while in LA. As a Korean, I am proud to write a review of Young Dong Restaurant and glad that people really like to eat Korean traditional stew in the US. It's one of the most popular stews in Korea. Young Dong Restaurant has a typical Korean meal consists of a bowl of rice, a bowl of soup or stew, and some side dishes as accompaniments. The seolleongtang stew came out sizzling hot in stone pot dish that kept the entree boiling hot. The flavor of the soup was just right not too salty or too under seasoned. You can add some salt if you want to. We loved the soups! This has been by far the best seolleongtang soups. Also, It was fun to see photos of Korean celebrities in the restaurant. I would highly recommend visiting! read more

Young Dong Restaurant - 2. Beef with No Fat Stew - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I LOVE this restaurant! I have been going here since I was a baby and the food has never failed to disappoint. They have free parking and great kimchi and kkakdugi! read more

I've been coming here for over 12 years - first with my grandma and my parents, and now with friends and my partner. It's a staple suhlungtang spot in Koreatown - the clear broth sister to hanbat's milky soup. Their version of the assorted suhlungtang is really clean tasting, extra meaty, and it's served with sweet kkakdugi (spicy fermented radish) and kimchi (spicy fermented Napa cabbage). They also include spicy soy sauce pickled jalapeños on the side to induce some sweat. Add some green onions, black pepper, and salt and you're good to go. If you want to be extra Korean, add kimchi juice from a kettle and ask for da-deh-gi - a spicy, umami paste, for extra flavor. read more

Young Dong Restaurant - Assorted 1. Beef Brisket Drop Flank Stew - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Please do not go here, the service is very bad. The way they treat customers is very rude and disrespectful. I went with a large group and will never go there again. My group was shocked and we will be taking our business elsewhere. read more