Los Angeles is a culinary destination known for every type of cuisine, including exceptional Korean fare. From Koreatown to West Hollywood, traditional barbecue spots to sleek steakhouses from MICHELIN-pedigreed chefs, you can find a Korean restaurant in Los Angeles for every occasion.
Head to the Arts District for seasonal, modern Korean fare using the freshest Cali ingredients at a hotspot with MICHELIN Plate status. Enjoy DIY barbecue at a lively group favorite in Marina del Rey. Feast on ultra-premium meats at a glam steakhouse in West Hollywood.
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For award-winning modern Korean American cuisine at a great Korean restaurant in Los Angeles: Yangban (Arts District)
Arts District hotspot Yangban is run by wife-and-husband chefs Katianna and John Hong and was awarded a MICHELIN Plate in 2022. The duo whip up a concise menu of seasonal, modern Korean fare using the freshest California ingredients—think cherry tomato-topped scallop toast, stone pot rice, and the restaurant’s cult-favorite chicken wings. Enjoy them in a dimly-lit dining room with modern art installations and industrial accents. Don’t miss stellar cocktails like a shinko pear colada.
For classic Korean barbecue and street food in a lively setting: KingChang LA (Koreatown)
Koreatown’s KingChang is a destination for traditional Korean barbecue. Choose from dozens of barbecue combinations ranging from pork belly to beef brisket to intestines, prepared on a stone grill and served with classic sides like a steamed egg. Don’t miss the excellent selection of pocha (street food), like chicken feet and spicy rice cakes. Toast with a glass of Korean wine or soju.
For traditional Korean BBQ accompanied by banchan: Genwa Korean (Mid Wilshire, Beverly Hills, and DTLA)
Genwa Korean BBQ is known for its extensive menu of Korean barbecue and banchan. Whether in swanky Beverly Hills or hip DTLA, expect attentive servers who prepare premium meats, vegetables, and other dishes on tabletop grills—making this interactive spot a favorite for group hangouts and special occasions. Dumplings, hearty noodles, and stellar desserts round out the extensive, crowd-pleasing menu.
For DIY, all-organic Korean barbecue in a cozy setting: Wharo Korean BBQ (Marina del Rey)
Wharo Korean BBQ is where you go for Korean favorites with a healthy twist. The restaurant’s all-organic menu includes hits like tofu soup, Korean-style pizzas, and spicy kimchi. Grill your own meats like certified organic angus beef on tabletop grills, making this a fun, interactive experience for group gatherings and birthday celebrations. Add in attentive service and a cozy dining room, and it’s easy to see why the restaurant is a beloved local gem.
For a MICHELIN-pedigreed chef’s sleek steakhouse: AB Steak by chef Akira Back (West Hollywood)
Superstar chef Akira Back brings his MICHELIN-Starred pedigree to his namesake West Hollywood restaurant, AB Steak by chef Akira Back. The modern Korean steakhouse dry ages ultra-luxe meats like wagyu brisket and ribeye on site, then grills them to perfection tableside in a glam dining room with glittering golden chandeliers and stylish leather booths. Enjoy your feast with special marinades and a variety of banchan, then toast with a glass of soju.
For barbecue at a laid-back Korean restaurant in Los Angeles: Prime K BBQ (Koreatown)
A sports bar with exceptional Korean barbecue—Prime K BBQ is the best of both worlds. Catch your favorite game in the dining room while enjoying a DIY meat extravaganza on tableside grills accompanied by traditional banchan. An extensive menu of soju, sake, wine, and cocktails rounds out the menu.
For elegant North Asian mashups and stellar cocktails in a lively space: Jumak (Pasadena)
Get clever Japanese-meets-Korean mashups in one place at Jumak in Pasadena. Inspired by East Asian jumaks (marketplace taverns), the colorful dining room with a cherry blossom-covered pergola serves up a variety of elegant dishes ranging from caviar-topped uni cream pasta to galbijjim (Korean braised short ribs) to lobster bao. Bonus points for standout cocktails like a yuzu plum martini.
Whether you’re looking for traditional barbecue or modern takes on the classics, these 7 Korean restaurants in Los Angeles have you covered. Try everything from classic Korean street food to Northern Asian mash-ups and ultra-luxe steaks from a MICHELIN-pedigreed chef by booking a reservation a top Korean restaurant in Los Angeles.
