Cho Mak

This was our first time here. It's a nice, cozy place. It has a nice atmosphere, looks like those restaurants you see in Korean dramas, and they play good music. We ordered a beef rib soup, kimchi soup and a plate with two fried fish that I can't remember what kind of fish they were, also fried dumplings and a bowl of rice for each of us. I gotta say that this is one of the best Korean restaurants we've tried. The beef rib soup was amazing, the best of all the dishes we tried I must say. The kimchi soup was also good and the fish were very tasty. The rice and dumplings were delicious as well. The sides? You can't have enough of them. We're very impressed with the flavors. The service is fast, the staff is very friendly and they recommend some dishes in case you've never been here, please listen to their recommendations. We're definitely coming back soon with friends and family.

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).

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.

First of all, the music their blare in this place, is exactly what it should be: KPop that was made for Koreans, not the modern stuff that was designed to brainwash people all over the world with an international flare! Plus, the food here is excellent! Just like the music choice, it's all ol'-skool! Can't ask for anything else!

I come to eat here when I visit L.A great flavors and I love the fish. I brought my eoma she 💙 it too! So glad I got to bring her.

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. 🙂

Update 2023: They have changed the name to "Joo Mak" and added round steel tables. Added new Menu for more drinking style. Old Review: Best Fish Kimchee Jjim ever! Omg. So glad I found this place in small corner of a mall. I have been wanting to try it but didn't for a long time. Food quality is exactly where it should be. In terms of anything else, don't order. They are only good for their kimchee stew. OMG. So disappointed. What a waste of food, money and time.