Gonjiam

It is sort of a hole in the wall type of restaurant located in a small plaza next to Antico Nuovo. It is not too noticeable, but I am sure if you drive on Beverly regularly, you probably have seen or passed by it. Gonjiam is known for Korean soul food, also known as gookbap, which is a beef soup eaten for hangovers after heavy drinking. While I enjoy their gookbap, my go-to is definitely the Spicy Pork and Vegetables. It is a cold dish with sliced pork trotters with fresh veggies tossed over classic spicy Korean sauce. This dish is so refreshing, and the sauce is amazing! This dish really whets your appetite. So good, I am drooling as I am writing this. Many people come here also for the jungol, which they call casserole, but I have only tried the Army Stew, which is not your typical Army Stew because they use the same broth as the beef soup, so it tastes very different. Honestly, not my style, and for the price, I don't know if it's worth it. I just can't justify the price for what is in it. A bit of sausage, spam, and tofu with some veggies for $44.99 is a bit too much in my personal opinion. I would not complain as much if they were a little more generous on the toppings, though. But that spicy pork and vegetable is definitely worth trying, even though some people may argue about the high price tag, but it is really, really good. Everyone working here is so kind and mom-like, providing homey care. Even the tables and ambiance are very much like an old Korean restaurant. They also do a lot of takeout orders, so call ahead if you wish to do that instead. Parking is $3 cash or $4 for Venmo.

Ambiance: small and family style restaurant, which has been in business for more than 30 years, tiny parking lot shared with a liquor store Service: majority diners here speak Korean, and waitresses don't understand or speak English well, not very patient, and the gas pots were not cleaned at all before serve the next guest, they also made mistake with ordersFood: in general ok, simple menu items, but very unfortunately, the food quality went downhill Banchan - * limited selection and tasted so so Bosam Beef - **** soft and tender beef meat, recommend Beef Soup - ** stingy portion of beef meat, lackluster broth Spicy Bu Dae Jeegae - *** army stew, bold flavor, too salty, average tastePrice: overpriced for the quality and quantity, expect more than $30 per person, not worth returning

Good food for hot summer weather and good healthy food for the soul Korean food. Excellent choice for the family

Coming here for 14 years and never disappointed. If you want some authentic korean beef stew or casserole, its the place:)

30+ years on business? no wonder they taste the same when I visited them 20 years ago. Oh, there are a few changes now, the restaurant got cleaner now, and the granddaughter of grandma owner is operating, so I assume it's a good thing ( I still miss her)

I don't eat meat but my family and friends really love their Bossam Beef so I feel convicted to write a review. Gonjiam is their go-to whether is be for dinner and drinks or rejuvenating after Roosevelt golf course. For me, it's their cold noodle soup (Mak Kook Su)! You know a restaurant is good when there are only older folks here.

First time here in a while and I'm very impressed that the food is still the same deliciousness. The ladies here are friendly and occasionally check in to see if they can offer more side dishes or other service. It's a typical hole in the wall, classic Korean restaurant. Glad to be back. Ordered the jokbal, suyuk, and (not pictured) gopchang jongol.

This is a not so hidden gem in Koreatown. This place, even after the ownership change, maintained their quality and continues to impress. You must try broiled beef spicy sauce and the beef/vegetable pancake. The soup is amazing especially for hangovers. Great service with a traditional Korean setting.

All the dishes are tasty and fresh.Side dishes also fresh and clean.Strongly recommend to people who loves korean beef soup.

This is the only authentic place where serves the beef cheek meat in LA. Both the soup and the boiled meat dishes are awesome. There many good sulungtang places in LA, but if you want to feel the original beef gomtang, this is the must-try place.Same quality, taste, and service for the last 20+ years of my experience.