Hidden Gems in Mid Wilshire

“The music is always on point”

“Al pastor and carne asada were hella good”

“$2.50 for most and $3 for specialty”

“This is the best pig feet I’ve ever had! Both the spicy pig feet and the fried pig feet were incredibly delicious.”

“The texture and flavor of jokbal was amazing, and the fried jokbal was something really different, we all fell in love with it.”

“We ordered reg&fried jokbal, and everyone agreed this was the best jokbal we had in our lives.”

“Incredible food, amazing family run restaurant. The best Korean food I’ve had at a restaurant.”

“This is possibly the best Korean food I have eaten outside of Korea.”

“This place is such a go-to and definitely gives that hole in the wall vibe in the best way.”

“This place is so cool, the Sushi Chef is so good, food is so perfect, taste, style and elegance.”

“The sushi is always so good and delicious. The fish is top tier, nicely sized and definitely filling.”

“The salmon sashimi literally melted in my mouth! The food was done well and the vibe is cozy & quaint (w/ a bomb playlist).”

“KPasa is the best Mexican food I've had in Los Angeles. I've eaten there dozens of times and have not had a single bad bite.”

“Fast and friendly service. Hardly any wait at all. Wide variety of dishes. Everything fresh. Everything is delicious.”

“A single tear came down my face at first bite of the breakfast burrito because it was so good”

“Restaurant is very clean, food is amazing”

“Makes you feel like you're in Korea”

“Parking lot in the back, very convenient”

“This Taco Stand is a very clean place to eat and there food is excellent. They have good service”

“Why did they give me the driest tacos ever? They literally just put meat in some bread and gave it to me.”

“Parking can be hard to find at times. But, it’s worth the wait once you finally get to eat them.”

“Fresh, flavorful, and incredibly delicious”

“Area was very clean and there was a security guard”

“Cute and cozy spot with barstool seating”

“Greeted with a warm smile, service was excellent”

“Perfectly chewy and soaked up all the flavor”

“Clean and well-presented, so I sometimes go there”

“Restaurant's name keeps changing, which is confusing”

“The music playing in the restaurant was amazing. Good bachata music playing in the background low enough that you can still talk.”

“My boyfriend got the breakfast burrito which he said was amazing.”

“The food is delicious; it's very clean and the service from the girls is excellent…”

“It was so delicious that I ordered by phone for pickup this time and it was so delicious.”

“The seasoning is just like the chicken I had in Korea, it's crispy, and the owner is so friendly.”

“The boneless chicken was really tender, not dry, and the fat was completely drained, making it light and savory.”

“It was such delicious food. It took about 15 minutes. Everyone, come and eat here! Thank you! I'll come again.”

“The owners are so kind and the restaurant is very vibey and cute. They really care about their customers. …”

“This restaurant is consistent in flavor, timely in delivery of service, and always my go to for a well priced meal in Korea Town.”

“This place is a DELIGHT. It’s a lovely family-run spot hidden in Ktown with delicious, fresh, classic dishes from Kyrgyzstan.”

“The menu offers a great variety of dishes, and everything we ordered was delicious, especially the Lagman (Asian).”

“The food was not only delicious but had that deep, satisfying flavor that sticks with you.”

“Fresh delicious food with great prices”

“Chill atmosphere, people of all colors, love all around”

“Cleanest bodega in maybe the world”

“Cozy but stylish vibe, perfect for a casual night out”

“There's good parking behind the restaurant”

“I've been here a few times already with friends”

“My first time there was a great experience - it’s now my new favorite taqueria in Ktown! ❤️🌮❤️🌮 …”

“I really like their tacos, and I highly recommend the quesatacos and the freshly made tortillas.”

“Their tacos are delicious with hand made tortillas!! 🤤 My go-to is suadero.”

“I give it a!! HIGHLY Recommend!! Definitely going back next time to try the other items!!”

“I've been here multiple times with friends and family and everyone has loved this place.”

“Very affordable HALAL lunch specials for students. For a non-Thai place, the Thai Tea is very well balanced, it's not bitter and or too sweet.”

“Safwan was fantastic with us, we received excellent service, everything was superb, it was flawless.”

“This place is legit! The burger was crazy good, super juicy, full of flavor, and stacked just right.”

“The setting is a vibe, perfect spot to grab some good food.”

“Lovely new ramen spot with beautiful interior”

“Really tasty food at an amazing value”

“Last time I got Shoyu ramen”

“A little hole in the wall so don't let the smaller spot scare you away”

“We've been here a couple times now, and it's really knocked my socks off”

“He read my mind before I even had the chance to ask”

“Family ran, and you can really tell that they care”

“The guys are very welcome, friendly and very humble”

“Experience the energy and customer service”

“This is a very nice quiet place little small but also very cozy this is perfect for a simple date night.”

“I’ve been in WA and CA for like 5 years now and tried many thai places before, THIS is the best place for this food.”

“As a Thai person, this place is legit! It's hard to find rare Thai food like this in LA.”

“Parking sucks, but the place is nice”

“Eight TVs playing K-pop music videos”

“Wait time around 20+ minutes, but worth it”

“Amazing fillings and great service”

“Great setting and spectacular vibes”

“Staff were friendly and accommodating”

“Wow, it’s been a long time since getting really good Al Pastor! I got a burrito and it was excellent.”

“Amazing place on wilshire - has parking, decent price, amazing al pastor and beef😘😘”

“We live nearby and eat here at least once a week. The tacos and burritos are SO good, we especially love the carne asada.”

“This is the best Korean chicken soup restaurant in LA.”

“Deliciously comforting chicken soup, criminally underrated ginger tea, and incredibly kind and quick service.”

“I come here at least once a month and the food always arrives piping hot and hearty every time.”

“I had a guarache se asada and bang!!! The best I’ve ever had.”

“I got a huarache de pollo for lunch and it was one of the best things I’ve eaten in LA recently.”

“I had seen this place a couple of times as I drove down Vermont, this time I stopped”

“They don't have proper cleanliness protocols. The young woman who prepares the drinks, was serving a drink and noticed it was too …”

“I really enjoy the strawberry matcha and have gone back repeatedly just to get it! Consistently great 🌟”

“I do recommend to anyone looking for a delighful brunch location.”

“Best tasting Korean BBQ I've experienced”

“Prices are unbeatable! Amazing quality”

“Clean and well-maintained. The staff were all friendly”

“This is the best sushi place in town. It offers premium all-you-can-eat sushi at an unbelievable price.”

“The service is also excellent. Herry is amazing. And your order come to you in seconds”

“I remember coming here last year and felt it was am amazing quality experience for the cost, but this time I went everything just felt a bit off.”

“The service has always been top notch”

“King Pocha never misses every visit”

“So attentive checked in again when leaving”

“Amazing Oaxacan food at great prices”

“Been coming here for the last year”

“Outstanding sullungtang with easy parking and no wait. Will 100% be back again.”

“The seolleongtang, carefully prepared, is the real deal, and the dog meat stew is the best.”

“It is very consistent every time. Food, service were first-rate.”

“This is the best salad/bowl I have ever had. You can tell it’s someone who is very seasoned making these salads… every bite is intentional.”

“While it's a somewhat premium price point, Fountain G&G leaves absolutely nothing to be desired across the board.”

“They’re also really on top of the quality control, I order all the time and it’s always good.”

“Absolutely delicious! The crab fried rice had a generous portion of real snow crab.”

“Their food and service is absolutely incredible. They’re employees are very professional:)) 10/10”

“I ordered the chicken red curry( medium spicy), and it was delicious.”

“Ordered the sushi omikase for 80$ a person the variation of different fish and the quality of the cuts was amazing.”

“Chef here is the best and professional. Quality and services are incredible.”

“One of the best hole in the wall sushi spots!”

“I visited Katsu Bar in K-Town for a quick lunch and loved how convenient and …”

“I ordered the pork curry to go. The pork is heavily coated in flour, which overwhelmed the flavor of the meat.”

“My chicken katsu was a tad bit burnt but I still enjoyed with the curry.”

“Been back several times to have the same dish.”

“Hidden in plain sight in western.”

“Place was clean and quiet.”

“The carne asada and salsa is the most flavor food I've ever had. Carne asada burritos and quesadillas are the best …”

“I had one of the best asada burritos I've ever tasted. The meat was tender, well-seasoned, and absolutely delicious.”

“The menu has a lot of options, but I keep going back for the cheese enchilada plate, which includes chips.Yummy😋”

“My meal was delicious and the hot food here is a great complement to LA weather in the fall/winter.”

“Very nice spot with great food that comes out quickly and delicious, prices are really good too!!”

“The presentation is cute and the side dishes that came with the main were so delicious!”

“Kind and attentive staff. Sat at the sushi bar and had an amazing experience.”

“We visited from Miami yesterday and their Omakase was delicious!”

“If you want a good view of a TV, tell your server or you may not be able to see the entire TV screen.”

“They were VERY quick with service, have their own parking, and had a lovely vibe and very clean space.”

“This place is my favorite indulgent treat lately, but it feels light and healthy!”

“Great spot to hang out with friends and eat and drink (they also offer your own gallon(could be more) of beer that you can dispense yourself at your table).”

“I feel like I’m back in the ’80s - amazing vibe and perfect dishes, just like Grandma’s and Mom’s recipes.”

“This is the most authentic, hearty, and delicious Korean meal in LA.”

“I used to come here 20 years ago when I lived in Ktown. I came again today and it was just as good as I remember.”

“Street parking only.Parking is a little rough”

“Prices are ok and the inside is nicely decorated”

“Very good, few flies flying inside”

“Some of the best Persian food in LA for the most reasonable prices.”

“Our waiter was SO nice, even made some suggestions for us, and brought us more bread when it ran out.”

“This was my first time eating here, and it was absolutely delicious 😋.”

“The food was absolutely outstanding. The short rib ravioli and the bucatini carbonara are easily the best pasta dishes we've ever had.”

“Harry, the bartender, is incredible - not only is he skilled at making amazing cocktails, but he’s also one of the friendliest people you’ll ever meet.”

“Our waiter, Tamara, was absolutely fantastic! She was attentive, knowledgeable, and went above and beyond to ensure that our dining experience was nothing short of perfection.”

“One of the best Thai food spots in the city absolutely the owner, vibes and food are unmatched.”

“Chillest place for a bottle beer and amazing Thai food. This place is skinny and small.”

“The owner makes you feel like you are at home. Amazing food and service.”

“Everything was delicious, I highly recommend”

“Valet parking at the plaza is quite affordable at 4$”

“My favorite sandwich shop in LA. This Arax is family run. Their chicken sandwich with garlic sauce is unbelievable.”

“Loved every bite especially the falafel of course, and the tahini covered lettuce and tomato.”

“Had the Arax combo for 25 bucks which I feel pretty pricey for the amount of food you get.”

“This is the tastiest healthy food you will ever find! Their bowls were so delicious.”

“I ordered the veggie simple bowl and a green smoothie and both were amazing.”

“It’s part of a ghost kitchen, but one of my favorite meals to eat in LA.”

“The quality of all the meats were excellent”

“Amazing food, so worth the price”

“One server was always stern and silent”

“I wish I lived closer because I would come here all the time. Great lunch, and everything was delicious (especially jokbal and kimchi).”

“Located in a small plaza alongside Zzamong. Parking is limited in the lot and is valet only but is probably your best option as street parking here is fairly limited.”

“We were the only non-Koreans in the restaurant, which is how we knew we’d found the right spot.”

“Raw egg and it's chef's kiss”

“Energized and efficient staff served us quickly”

“Lively, bustling atmosphere that feels authentic”

“I loved the friendly atmosphere and the casualness of being able to pick your own ramen.”

“This place has a lot of different kinds of ramen, including of all spicy level, seafood, meat, dry noodles, etc.”

“Ramyeon was delicious and so was the peach iced tea!”

“High-end vibe with an amazing view of the city.”

“The place is spacious and clean.”

“The food is fresh and delicious! And the place is cozy and has accessible parking.”

“Our server Yesenia was very knowledgeable about the menu and offered excellent recommendations.”

“I have had a lot of pupusas, but this place has the best variety and so full of flavor. It blew my mind.”

“Food is just as good as Fogo de Chao, and they don't charge extra for sides. Great value, great food.”

“The service was excellent: attentive, friendly, and professional staff who made the experience even better.”

“I was able to call in to request 20, with 21 people showing up night!”

“The quality of the meat is amazing and there’s such a great selection with tons of delicious flavors.”

“The staff is friendly, and the restaurant has a clean, inviting ambiance with stunning views of K-Town through the large glass windows.”

“The location of most of the seating offers a great view of the city block below.”

“This is my new top pick Korean restaurant in LA, because I feel like I'm eating at my reliable choice aunt's house :)”

“Superb and I mean SUPERB customer service, delicious food and great vibes from this place. Not a sad face to be seen in Sulga House!!”

“This was the best beef bone soup I’ve ever had. It was so clean, so flavorful, I could seriously drink a gallon of that daily if I could.”

“The sukiyaki is sweet and comforting, perfect with the raw egg. Don’t miss the grilled eggplant and tofu pancake.”

“A meal💰 only costs more than twenty dollars per person, this quality is really delicious, and the price-performance ratio is unbeatable!”

“The eel was such a pleasant surprise! It had that thick, rich, and buttery texture - even as someone who usually doesn’t eat eel, I found it absolutely delicious!”

“The burritos here are a work of art! The red salsa is so good and also hotter than the surface of the sun.”

“I've been going here for almost 20 years. Always the same taste and friendly.”

“Everyone is friendly. If you want to eat a taco burrito, go here.”

“Parking is known to be challenge but so worth it”

“Always tasty and quality, pho just as good as takeout”

“Price is justified given boujie Larchmont location”

“Waited 45 mins for chiken soup I was late for work, if not ordered ahead can't eat here anymore”

“This is the first time I've bought chicken broth and I really liked it.”

“We had pupusas revueltas (frijoles, queso & chicharrón) and pupusas de queso con jalapeño.”

“Amazing fresh fish, delicious happy hour menu”

“Great atmosphere, friendly staff, amazing chefs”

“Very affordable but the food is so good”

“I always get the braised pork, and it's always delicious”

“Lighting is spot on - amazing setting”

“No music, just pure noise from all the customers”

“This restaurant is incredible. The Lomo Saltado here is really good. It is among the best I’ve ever had.”

“This is probably the best Peruvian restaurant in Hollywood. Their limo saltado is super delicious and more affordable compared to other places I’ve been to in the area.”

“Amazing customer service the food is delicious i highly recommend this restaurant such a good atmosphere i love it my favorite Peruvian place to eat.”

“All their sandwiches are made in brioche bread, really delicious.”

“Received wrong order, didn't order bacon. I don't eat pork so unfortunately I just picked around the food.”

“What a marvel to find a Citroën "Tube" on the streets of LA on Melrose.”

“The place to go for delicious pork kbbq! I highly recommend the thick pork belly, marinated pork ribs, and the corn cheese.”

“The owner's diligence in preparing the meat himself to ensure the perfect flavor resonated with me, giving me a sense of confidence in the quality of the food.”

“The pork belly was good. The pork belly was perfectly seasoned. The pork ribs weren't too sweet and the seasoning was just right.”

“The food is excellent the service is great. The tortillas are hand made and good. This is great Mexican food.”

“They were playing the Cumbia music, plenty of outdoor seating and the tortilla's are so amazing.”

“Helpful and friendly staff and great food. One of the best Carnitas burritos I’ve had.”

“The fork is a safety hazard. Broke from just picking up food. Were these from Temu? Tried spoon after and that broke too smh”

“I ran into an unexpected wait time but the FOH and manager made sure to make it right so I have no complaints.”

“The menu selection was great. Descriptive and good information to pick items for staff with dietary restrictions.”

“Music, mood, and intimate lounge vibe”

“Parking is a pain but it's LA, not their fault”

“The whole location is super clean”

“The best spicy tuna I have ever tasted. Great service and so attentive/kind. Definitely coming back. Best place to visit if you are a foodie!”

“The atmosphere isn't stuffy, there are always smiles and best of all, you can take your time to savor each and every piece of sushi!”

“Great service and so attentive/kind. Definitely coming back. Best place to visit if you are a foodie!”

“This place was great. The server was incredibly helpful, and the food was delicious.”

“Korean DIY tofu hot pot – you can add your own meat and toppings, it's delicious and healthy！”

“I love seafood so I made my own seafood tofu soup and with a side of ramen, it’s great and their service is great too!”

“This is the best Guatemalan bakery! We live in the Valley and make the trip to LA to get the bread and food such as chile relleno, tamale, champurradas.”

“I love this place you can enjoy delicious food. Plus weekend you can enjoy live music”

“Food here taste like if you’re almost in Guatemala. The sweet bread are the best!”

“This place is an amazing Korean restaurant in LA that serves some of the best and most reasonably priced food.”

“The food was actually so delicious and the people were so nice!! They gave us endless banchan (japchae too!!)”

“I recommend this restaurant, specially if you want a real korean restaurant exactly like in South Korea.”

“It’s our third visit. The staffs are very friendly. We order jjampong, it’s very big portion and very delicious.”

“Jjamppong Zizon is a favorite in the hearts of Koreatown, LA! Their $8.99 jjajangmyeon is such an amazing deal! I can really taste the freshness of the chewy noodle.”

“This is a place where you can enjoy authentic Korean jjamppong. The prices are reasonable, and the food is delicious. I highly recommend it to anyone traveling to Los Angeles.”

“The service here was absolutely outstanding. Since the restaurant doesn’t have many tables, we had to wait about 20 minutes, but it was worth it.”

“This place might have the most well cooked tteok (rice cake) I've had. Super bouncy and chewy without being sticky or overly chewy.”

“Parking kinda sucks in that tiny strip mall, and the spot only got like four little tables squeezed together.”

“It feels homey, and a beautiful foray into a Venezuelan kitchen ❣️ order one of everything!”

“Delicious food, service very friendly and patient. Really enjoyed our experience.”

“Great to see that area (Melrose Hill) take on a new life thanks to the developers of the area (Lazry group).”

“I ordered the fried philadelphia roll and it was soooo good. Better than sushi at a restaurant.”

“Customer service here is consistently top-notch. The cashier is always friendly, professional, and genuinely welcoming - the kind of energy that makes you want to come back again and again.”

“Your sushi is so good for a bad quality soy sauce.”

“It's very clean inside and able to get seated at lunch in less than 15 minutes.”

“Service can be iffy sometimes but tonight we had Yomi and she was great.”

“Parking is $20 and always full.”

“I love this place! I’ve been twice and both times have been excellent.”

“Love this place in an area of Hollywood I hadn't been to in a long time.”

“The food is pricey, yes, but all nice Italian restaurants in this neighborhood are pricey.”

“Michael was wonderful. Helped us get started. Very friendly. The bulgogi is the best. And we Enjoyed the macarons.”

“Michael gave great service! Get the premium and get the dry aged short rib. You won’t regret it!”

“The food was so delicious and they had a great soloists options.”

“The meat is perfectly tender, the sauces and ban Chan, perfect.”

“This place is amazing! I love KBBQ but often fear a smokey, grease-smelling experience.”

“Its situated on the first floor of a hotel and parking is free in the underground parking.”

“The service was attentive and professional without being overbearing, the food was excellent with beautifully prepared, …”

“We didn’t have a reservation, but they gave us an outstanding table in the upstairs room.”

“This is Korea's representative restaurant. It might even be one of the top ten Korean restaurants in the world.”

“The Spicy Squid & Pork BBQ was really good - sweet, spicy, and served sizzling on the hot plate.”

“The Korean bbq plate was $20.99 and the bossam was $18.99. It's a very reasonable price for …”

“Their pork bone soup is a must have! It gets better than ever.”

“Not quite the same as last time”

“Consistently flavorful, thoughtfully prepared plant-based food”

“Prices are reasonable. Place is clean”

“Perfect for gathering with friends, or for those solo moments when you just want a truly comforting Korean meal.”

“This is an amazing place for Korean food in Ktown. It's not cheap but the ramyeon and rice dishes are very good.”

“I honestly don’t know what happened. I ordered this before and it was delicious, but this time? It tasted like boiled water with noodles.”

“The Umito special ramen was delicious, the perfect amount of peppery, which I feel is a very unique flavor profile for ramen.”

“The interior feels like being in Japan, and at night it has a super cute, warm, and romantic atmosphere, perfect for a date.”

“The Umito Premium Sashimi is great value! I recommend just having the fish wrapped in seaweed!”

“The kalguksu's taste at Hangari is greatly enhanced by the kimchi, with three impressive varieties making a big impact.”

“Had a wait, you order at the door and then wait to get seated. Wait wasn’t so bad (around 5:30pm on a Sat).”

“The food here is great but it’s very pricey. Basic kalguksu dishes are over $20 and others mid $20s+.”

“Hands down the best lobster roll I’ve ever eaten. Super fresh Maine lobster and the most addictive roll.”

“Their location is beautiful, quiet surprising along Beverly blvd, but very comfy and tone of shade to relax.”

“I’m a New Englander by birth. I have not had a lobster roll anywhere outside of Maine or Connecticut that could compete with this one.”

“I really wanted to give this place 10/10 but I couldn’t because my chicken wasn’t cooked enough I ask for it to be well done 4/10.”

“It’s really a shame because the seating and dining area itself is so nice and promising, but it’s drowned out by loud club music.”

“I have been to H Cafe quite a few times, and I don't have anything negative to say about any of my visits.”

“The vibes are immaculate, with it's Sakura theme and K-pop playing in the …”

“The food is delicious and offers a variety of options.”

“The budaejjigae is decent. Except for the fact that the drinks are a little cheaper because of the event, the portions are ridiculously generous.”

“Perfect little lunch spot hidden away in the middle of Koreatown, if you dont know about this favorite and youre in for a great time!”

“The sandwich was incredible and the service just as good. Thank you to all the workers there who made me feel like my business was wanted.”

“Perfect little lunch spot hidden away in the middle of Koreatown”

“This restaurant is so clean, everything is perfect, the cashier is so nice, the sandwiches are delicious, cappuccino club my favorite.”

“We had the French fries, veggie pizza, and two different chicken pizzas, one with BBQ sauce and the other with bacon and fresh cilantro.”

“The food is fresh, delicious, fair-priced, and placed in recyclable and/or biodegradable containers/wrapping.”

“Delicious food for a fair price + big portions + immaculate vibes!!! The pastries are pretty unique, not overly sweet.”

“Out of this world flavor with every bite. Great portions. Amazing spicy beef plate always have to order it.”

“This is the cutest hole in the wall Japanese oasis. The food was amazing and such good quality!”

“The Soot Bull Galbi here has absolutely perfect seasoning and flavor.”

“Have their own parking lot so you don't have to circle the block looking, although it does fill up quick.”

“We had a late lunch around 330pm on a weekday so no wait time. But close to 5pm it started to get very busy.”