Ktown

While no korean food is really korean outside LA Koreatown in this country, this place was at least cheaper. Now, they raised the price and reduced the ingredients, so it is not worth eating in the grocery store.

I’ve become a regular here for Ktown’s authentic, cheap, and delicious meals.

Located right inside H-Mart, this convenient location serves soulful Korean food allowing anyone from a novice, to someone ordering in Korean with the friendly ajummas to have something to enjoy. The aunties and the rest of the staff are extremely efficient, and even during the busiest times I only needed to wait a handful of minutes for my food.

Each meal comes with a variety of banchan. The sides typically include rice, kimchi, pickled daikon, a pack of dried seaweed, and an assortment of new additions (e.g., lotus root, spicy cucumber, dried seasoned pollock), all depending on your entree. The inclusion of these items truly enhances the experience and really makes it feel like a genuine Korean meal, all for a really reasonable price.

The food is always of great quality and so fulfilling. There hasn’t been a single meal where I’ve still felt hungry afterwards! There is also free hot/cold water if you don’t want to purchase a different drink.

Overall, Ktown is a must try when you visit the store. Whether you’re stopping by for lunch before you shop, or picking up some dinner to-go on your way out, you’ll have a great experience and some excellent food.