Chomak/Joomak357

This was an interesting place upon arrival. Very authentic and I could not figure out what to order. But that said I ordered the hangover soup and wow. All the banchan and the soup together was amazing. I will try and come back and try more stuff I left full and satisfied.

I really enjoyed the food here! My party and I ordered the beef bulgogi, hot pot, and cheese corn. The cheese corn was good but on the pricer side. The hotpot was really good in my opinion but if you don't like spicy food or can't handle spicy, would not recommend for you. The beef bulgogi was super delicious and flavorful. Overall, great good and would definitely go back!

The Service: Came during lunch time. Totally hands-on owners serving their customers. Always the best service! Attentive & efficient~The Food: Thanks to the owner's recommendation. I tried a few of their signature dishes. Butter Squid - Love the table service! They cut the whole piece of squid into bite size then fire up with the torch for the smoky taste. Very tender & flavorful! Great texture too. Battered Fish Filet - really lightly battered, the fish is so fresh. No greasy at all! Love it~Chicken Feet - saw this dish on K-drama all the time. Finally~ I got to try it myself! OMG! No wonder they call this "Korean Drinking Food". They are spicy & savory. It will go so well with beer or soju.Very authentic Korean food will absolutely come back & try out different dishes soon!The Parking: Private parking lot (valet $2). Street metered parking (1 hour).

Cho Mak actually changed their name as Joo Mak 357. If you are looking for a chill authentic Korean bar food spot, then this is your spot. However, I did take my 5 & 7 year old along with me so a bar vibe that can be family friendly. Ordered:*Butter squid - its so cool see to the squid cook. definitely an instagrammable moment that needs to be captured. The squid is not super chewy and had a nice buttered flavor. *Fried chicken - super crispy skin and the chicken is nice and moist*Bulgogi - lightly seasoned super tasty over rice. *Army Stew - spicy and oh so delicious! the sausage was legit! *Chicken & Shrimp Skewers - flavored & charred.*RiceThe staff were attentive, place was clean, and prices was really reasonable for the amount of food. I can definitely see myself coming back here as it really reminded me of the food I got in Korea or that you see in kdramas. They serve other soups that I totally want to try like the clam soup is on my list of must try next. I definitely give them 2 thumbs up and highly recommend!Tips:*restroom available*TVs*Shared parking lot with other businesses.*Valet parking or metered parking*Credit card accepted*Staff speaks English*Dimmed atmosphere*Serves alcohol*Indoor/outdoor seating

If you're in the mood for authentic Korean bar food, you definitely need to check this place out! Located in the corner of a plaza, this Korean restaurant serves a variety of comforting dishes! The parking is limited in the small parking lot and parking on the streets was tough to find. We ordered their popular dish which was the butter squid, and also got corn cheese, spicy seafood soup, chicken and shrimp skewers, shrimp tempura, and spicy chicken feet.The butter squid was delicious! It is brought out in a hot plate and they cut and torch it in front of you. The squid is so flavorful and rich with a nice char flavor. The corn cheese was sweet and so cheesy which I loved! They did not skimp on the corn or cheese and it was so comforting and delicious to eat.The chicken and shrimp skewers were so tender and had a charred flavor that I enjoyed. The spicy seafood soup had a good spice and came with crab, squid, and mussels! I loved how rich the soup was and it was definitely on the higher end of the spice level.The spicy chicken feet were also spicy but I loved the flavor! You eat it by eating around the bones of the feet and spitting it out. This was different from the Chinese chicken feet that I'm used to because it's a lot more flavorful and spicy!Overall, a great spot to hang out and enjoy Korean bar food in K town! They have so many food options that would pair great with drinks. Servers are also friendly but can be slow when it gets busy.

One of the best authentic Korean food I've tried Love the warm and welcoming vibes here, and their dishes are so comforting and cooked to perfection Their food definitely pairs well with some drinks such as soju. Highly recommend checking this spot out if ever you're around Ktown! The ambiance here feels like you're transported to South Korea, I also like their wide selection of dishes to choose from in their menu. The have seafood, chicken, pork, beef and veggies! Really a fun spot for a night out with friends or loved ones!The dishes we got were:Spicy Chicken StewNoodle Ddeok Bok KiCroaker FishPopcorn ChickenGreen Onion Pancakes

Second time here and the ambiance and service are as good as their food. Chevk this place out if ever you crave for korean foods. It is a must try place. There is lunch special on the menu. :)

Truely the best of authentic Korean comfort food restaurant I have been to in western hemisphere in the US. I am a restaurant owner myself, and I can tell they really pay attention to their food preparation. Therefore, the dishes they put out taste good. They have really big menu, so be ready ;)When most people think KBBQ is the thing nowadays, this is the real Korean foodSide dishes were good, too. Owners were super friendly and very inviting. We will definitely be back next time in LA.

Great lunch deal for under 15!! I can't believe this deal exists in KTown LA. The portion is huge (especially the sides). Rice is very tender and smell good. Bulgogi is my favorite meat option. Very delicious!!Parking is available in a small lot. There was a person looking after the space so I got a spot despite being lunch time. The only thing I felt was off was the smell when I entered the restuarant. Maybe it's the korean seasoning smell but it's not a pleasant smell to me.

Oh man, where do I begin?! As soon as I walked in the staff greeted my friends and I. We felt right at home! The wait staff told us we could sit anywhere, so we decided to sit at one of their cool metal tables. I think we had the best seat in the house! The ambiance was amazing. I loved the Korean drinks on the wall and also the music! I didn't understand the music considering it was Korean, but the beat had me going. I couldn't get enough of the vibe. Now let's talk about the food! This was my first time here so I let the owner pick their best dishes. I am not a picky eater. I ordered the following: Fish PancakeRice cake and sausage BossamButter SquidShrimp & Chicken Skewers Corn Cheese Spicy Seafood Soup The food is super authentic and bursting with flavor. My favorite hands down was the Shrimp & Chicken Skewers, Corn Cheese, and Spicy Seafood Soup. I also really liked the fish pancake, rice cake and sausage, Bossam, and Butter squid. When they bring out the butter squid, they even torch it at your table! That was such a fun experience. My friends and I spent about 1.5 hours here just laughing and having a really great time. The owner is such a doll. She was super engaging and such a great host.I'll definitely be back!