Small Korean restaurant offers authentic homemade dishes with generous portions and excellent banchan. Atmosphere suits family dinners with a relaxed, unpretentious vibe. Regulars appreciate specialty soups and standout items like marinated crab and seafood pancake.
Both Ugeoji Gamjatang and Muk-eun-ji Gamjatang come out delicious, making it tough to pick between them. The gamjatang here stands out as excellent and pairs well with bossam and squid stir-fry.
Pork belly wraps and bossam stand out with rich flavors and tender meat. The Gamja-tang soup offers plenty of meat on the bones and pairs well with classic side dishes like garlic kimchi and other banchan.
"This Korean food, especially the gamjatang, is the best I've ever tasted."
"I thought the gamjatang was the best."
Good to know
Reservations for marinated crab must be made two weeks in advance.
Expect wait times of up to 20 minutes on busy Saturdays.
The restaurant offers single-person and large pot sizes for soup.
Korean restaurant offers generous portions and fresh, homemade kimchi with a warm, inviting atmosphere. Older Koreans often dine here, reflecting its authentic vibe and focus on traditional dishes like galbitang and bossam. The setting is simple and family friendly, with reasonable prices.
Bones in the Gamjatang are not too small and come with lots of meat. The dish is not too spicy and the cuts of meat and bone are easy to eat.
Kimchi here is crunchy, fresh, and made in-house, with a balance of spice and sweetness. Signature dishes include galbitang with clear noodles and ribs, jokbal that rivals many others in the area, and bossam served with generous whole-leaf kimchi.
"The Korean food here, especially the soups, is so comforting and flavorful."
"The Gamjatang here has a lot of meat on the bone."
Good to know
Bossam isn't usually available until after 12 pm or sometimes even 1 pm.
Bossam is sometimes sold out after 6:30 pm.
The prices on Google aren’t updated; everything on the menu is now $20 and up.
Small Korean restaurant with bright yet dim lighting and great music creates a lively atmosphere. Guests enjoy authentic flavors and a health-forward broth concept allowing sodium adjustment. Portions are generous and prices reasonable, attracting diners for both lunch and dinner.
Rich and hearty Gamjatang offers a satisfying meal with a flavorful broth. Friendly staff support a welcoming experience, and the dish appeals to both adults and kids.
Stews and banchan come with incredibly tasty flavors. Dolsot Bi Bim Bap and Galbi feature many sliced onions. Soondubu offers a good portion for the price.
"The Korean food here is so flavorful and delicious."
"This Gamjatang is flavorful, full of warmth and care."
Good to know
Parking on the street is recommended due to congestion in the lot.
Prices are reasonable and affordable for hot pot dining.
Expect a wait time of 10 to 15 minutes for food preparation.
Small, family-owned Korean restaurant with traditional decor and a homey, unpretentious vibe. Atmosphere feels casual and lively, filled with the scent of simmering broths and sizzling garlic. Known for authentic Korean dishes and wide variety of menu options.
Lots of tender meat, vegetables, and a great broth make the gamjatang stand out. It offers an authentic home-style taste with pork bones and potatoes.
Kimchi stew stands out with its Jeolla-do style, rich and fermented soybean flavor. The banchan is consistently amazing, complementing dishes like Samgyetang and bulgogi cooked just right.
"The kimchi stew here is delicious and served piping hot."
"The gamjatang had tender meat and a great broth."
Good to know
Happy hour runs from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
Expect a 45-minute wait for a table during peak hours.
Parking is free but can be difficult to find during dinner time.
Small indoor space offers an old-school Korean vibe with close seating that creates a lively, noisy atmosphere. Busy and laid-back energy fills the room, attracting those seeking authentic traditional dishes like gamjatang and bossam. Language barriers and tight parking add to the hidden gem feel of the spot.
Generous portions of refreshing and delicious gamjatang serve 3-4 people comfortably. The flavor stands out as excellent and satisfying, often considered better than many others in the US.
Large portions of gamja tang come with generous meat and vegetables, offering authentic and flavorful Korean stew. The kimchi fried rice and bossam also stand out with rich, satisfying tastes.
"I thought this was the best gamjatang I ever had."
"The Korean food, especially the gamjatang, is flavorful and comforting."
Good to know
During the lunch event, get gamjatang to-go at a discounted price.
Happy hour offers a bowl of gamjatang for $14.99.
The portions are generous, often enough to take home leftovers.
Small Korean restaurant offers a quiet, relaxing atmosphere with homey, welcoming vibes. Generous portions and authentic, flavorful dishes like gamjatang and galbitang define the experience. Limited parking and reasonable prices distinguish it from others.
Gamjatang features lots of meaty bones with fresh, tender meat and a distinct earthy and herby flavor. The stew is just the right amount of spicy and hearty, making it a flavorful and warm dish.
Gamjatang offers a tasty broth with generous meat portions. The Spicy Galbi Jjim comes piping hot with cheese torched tableside. Sides like radish kimchi and udon complement dishes such as soondubu and bibimbap well.
"The Korean food here is delicious, especially the bibimbap and kimchi jjigae."
"I found the gamjatang here to be so delicious, it's a must-try."
Good to know
Parking at Yangji Gamjatang is a challenge due to limited space and high demand.
Visitors should plan ahead for parking, especially on busy nights.
The restaurant offers generous portions, enough for two people to share.
Restaurant blends traditional Joseon and modern Korean styles with a clean, spacious interior and casual, welcoming vibe. Tables sit close together, filling quickly and creating a lively atmosphere. Outdoor patio seating offers a relaxed option for fresh air dining.
Large portions come with four big pork bones and half a big potato. The meat stays very tender and flavorful, making it a solid choice for gamjatang.
Samgyetang offers a comforting, healthy experience. Large portions of bossam come clean-tasting and not overly fatty. Side dishes like kimchi and seasoned mushrooms complement the mains well.
"The Korean food, especially the bossam, was fresh and delicious."
"The Gamjatang's pork neck bones were tender and fell off the bone."
Good to know
Free underground parking is available for diners.
The restaurant is located on the first floor just after exiting the elevator.
The side dishes are unlimited refills at no extra charge.
Interior resembles a typical American Korean restaurant with generous portions and a varied selection of side dishes. Atmosphere is authentic, attracting Korean elders and those seeking rich, spicy pork stew. Policy prohibits taking leftover side dishes home, reflecting common Korean dining customs.
Spicy pork stew comes rich and flavorful with a soybean paste base. Portions are generous and the dish draws in Korean grandpas, signaling its authenticity.
Gamja-tang stands out with its rich flavor compared to other Korean spots. Bulgogi comes on a bed of sweet grilled onions and tastes very good. Banchan is varied and enjoyable, but leftovers cannot be taken home. Cabbage kimchi tastes a bit salty.
"This Korean food's hearty, spicy stew is full of flavor."
"I always requested to come eat this Gamjatang when visiting LA."
Good to know
Most Korean restaurants do not allow taking home leftover banchan as it is complimentary.
The one-person to-go order costs $18.50 and includes a variety of side dishes.
The cleanliness of the restaurant was not up to par, with utensils having debris.
Korean restaurant offers authentic soup-based dishes with unlimited side refills and metal chopsticks at each table. Atmosphere stays chill with simple, clean decor. Bossam and galbitang stand out as specialty dishes that meet K-town standards.
Pork neck bone soup shows up but rates low at 4 out of 10. Other dishes like kongguksu and pollock haejangguk get better marks than the Gamjatang here.
Rich, authentic Korean soups like Sullungtang and Galbitang feature tender beef and silky textures. The bossam stands out as a specialty with large portions and solid K-town quality.
"The Korean soups here are rich, silky, and flavorful."
"I loved the rich flavors and silky textures of the Gamjatang."
Good to know
Parking is plentiful in the back of the restaurant.
The restaurant closes very early, so plan your visit accordingly.
Prices are generally high, with most menu items over $16.
Large pots of soup simmer continuously in a clean, spacious dining area with bright lighting. The atmosphere stays quiet and comfortable, attracting those seeking traditional Korean flavors and hearty meals. Free parking before 4pm and polite service add to the relaxed, friendly vibe.
Gamjatang offers a filling and delicious stew experience. It pairs well with other soups like sul lung tang and galbitang, though sometimes the gamjatang may not match traditional expectations.
Kimchi features sesame seeds and recalls authentic Korean flavors. Galbitang offers tender, prime rib-sized ribs with meat falling off the bone. Jeons and banchan are simple but high quality, with generous portions including rice and side dishes.
"The Korean food, especially the soups, had such amazing flavor."
"I thought the gamjatang was pretty good and filling."
Good to know
Valet parking costs $2, and street parking can be difficult to find.
There is free parking available before 4pm, with an attendant present after.
The restaurant is open until midnight, making it a late-night option.