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- 239 S. Vermont Ave., Koreatown 90004
- 213-389-5625
Lock & Key
That whole "speakeasy" thing will never die and, quite frankly, we're cool with that, thanks to this flashy, low-key-ish joint in Koreatown. You don't need to know a secret code or knock or even fl... read more
- 3014 W. Olympic Blvd., Koreatown 90006
- 213-427-0608
The Mezcaleria
How this ode to Mezcal, that smoky liquor who plays a classier cousin to tequila, ended up in Koreatown is a mystery, but a pleasant one. There are more than 50 mezcals that run the gamut flavor... read more
- 621 S. Western Ave., Koreatown 90005
- 213-384-2244
Bann Restaurant
Bann takes Korean restaurants as we know them in L.A. and kicks it up just a notch or two. It's a little fancier (some private rooms, a full bar) and definitely more expensive. The owner has been a... read more
- 3465 W. 6th St., Koreatown 90020
- 213-387-4905
Toe Bang
Nestled inside Koreatown's trendy Chapman Plaza, this unassuming establishment is better known as a watering hole, but you'll be pleasantly surprised by the menu. Grab a booth, order a bottle of fl... read more
- 712 N Heliotrope Dr., Koreatown 90029
- 323-906-2649
Scoops Ice Cream
18 flavors a day, over 700 since opening. Owner Tai Kim isn't an ice cream maker. He's an experimental artist. A rundown: Chocolate Wasabi, Pistachio Maple and Riesling Cherry, Fois Gras and Sweet ... read more
- 5657 Wilshire Blvd., Koreatown 90036
- 323-933-1976
Black Dog
A big legged woman ain't got no soul. But someone let the black dogs out to sniff out the lunchables. Fancy rolls make for great sandwiches with creative ingredients. Full of love and unity, just b... read more
- 5408 W. Pico Blvd., Koreatown
- 323-932-6253
Sky's Tacos
Mexican food meets African décor in this boo-zhee taco house of brown-black unity, hopefully putting those nasty green lighting rumors to death. The creatively skewed menu covers a wide variety for... read more
- 3136 W. 8th St., Koreatown
- 213-387-3865
Soot Bull Jeep
Pronounced sup-pul-chit, this is probably the first Korean BBQ you'll have in LA without insider knowledge. Delectable cook-at-your-table Archie to rival Woo Lae Oak's stuffy Reggie. Dip the pi... read more
- 698 S. Vermont Ave. #109, Koreatown 90005
- 213-389-7300
Kobawoo
"Homestyle is a mentally strong technique depending mostly on arm and finger strength," salty shrimp, braised fish, and pork belly included. This delicious and hearty homestyle Korean chow would m... read more
- 2001 S. Western Ave., Koreatown 90018
- 323-734-0211
Taco Chabelita
Very out-of-the-way location really just adds to the appeal for Chabelita's devoted followers. Also, not many places are open 24 hours in L.A. It's Mexican, but with chili cheese fries and arcade g... read more
- 3440 Wilshire Blvd., Koreatown 90005
- 213-381-7047
Cafe Brass Monkey
Drunken K Town karaoke madness for funky monkeys and liquor junkies. Underground pirate ship lands on Scottish hovel. Be as ka-ra-zay as you wanna be. Trust us, if our Korean friends taught us anyt... read more
- 3361 W. 8th St., Koreatown 90005
- 213-382-8449
Taylor's Prime Steaks
Men's club-ish digs, slightly less expensive than most, and the cuts are Fred Flintstone-sized. Big red leather booths are all the rage in dimly lit joint that makes sissies feel like Sam Elliott. ... read more
- 5515 Wilshire Blvd., Koreatown 90036
- 323-860-7880
El Rey
Far from huge, and that's the way they like it. Hippest musical up-and-comers make this a must-stop, and they're playing to a pretty celeb-heavy crowd. Art Deco classic has been around since the 30... read more
- 473 N. Western Ave., Koreatown
- 323-467-3813
Castle Korean
One-of-a-kind despite resembling Harold & Kumar's promised land. Insane amounts of meat—thinly sliced, quickly grilled, sweetly glazed. Pork and beef melt in your mouth, then linger on your tongue ... read more
- 3330 W. Olympic Blvd., Koreatown 90019
- 323-734-3330
Chosun Galbee
Curvy Korean BBQ of wood and steel. Simple digs bring neighborhood residents and sharply starched worker bees together over short ribs and paper-thin cuts of chicken, beef, and pork. Simple, ample,... read more
- 2112 S. La Brea Ave., Koreatown 90016
- 323-939-6506
El Nido
Does Nicaraguan vacation spot sound like an oxymoron to you, my Reagan youth? Frayed meat, fish, gooey cheese, and/or banana filled pockets of crisply baked dough bring homesick Nicaraguans into th... read more
- 1001 S. Vermont Ave., Koreatown
- 213-383-3554
Ho Do Ri Restaurant
This is where the youngsters get their soup on round the clock. Simmering pots of salty broth swimming with fat noodles, chicken, pork and fresh sliced veggies await the Ho Do Ri-ter. Some spicy so... read more
- 2124 W. 7th St., Koreatown
- 213-487-7474
Mama's Hot Tamales
It takes huevos to dub yourself, Tamale Capital of the World, in L.A. Fifty-two lard-less varieties from Central and S. America, all seem pretty perfect to us. Not-for-profit storefront is putt... read more
- 2771 W. Pico Blvd., Koreatown 90006
- 323-737-2970
Papa Cristo's
Greek taverna of homemade fried saganaki cheese, tzatziki, gyros, and spanikopita in the land of pupusas. All together now: ohhh-pah!! Small café has little room for owner's huge personality; watch... read more
- 5040 W. Pico Blvd., Koreatown
- 323-934-9300
Comedy Union
Legendary black stand-up comedy roost owned by dude who does not book chumps. You will bust up laughing a million times on any given night. You might even become part of the routine, there, Waldo. ... read more
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