Seoul Salon Restaurant & Bar - Los Angeles, California

G G.

What a great find! Before the K-con convention we wanted to try some comfort Korean food (not the typical K-bbq). The places that were recommended had 1-hour wait times so we walked a bit and found this restaurant without any wait. My favorite dish was their tteobokki...oh so cheesy and flavorable. Mom's Touch Army Stew was massive - can feed 5pp! And we had the bulgogi fried rice. Needless to say, we had lots of take-home. Service was understaffed so if you're not in a hurry and have time to eat these huge portions and drink watermelon soju all night, then it's worth a visit.

龔振勝

I love the fact that Google Maps integration with OpenTable makes reservations really easy here! Let me say that the decor here is really interesting! Reminiscent of 1930s settings, it's kinda' cool! Their food are really modern and unique, so it really stands out compared to foods in the area, just like their decor does. So this is a nice place to take your date to. We were very slow, so I want to thank the staff for being very patient with us. Then again they did tack on an 18% because we were over 5 people. My friend that sat next me complained that went against SB478, so they might want to update their written menus to display that, and give their future patrons a reminder. Other thing you may want to be aware of is when you split the bill, they can accept up to 3 cards at most, and it has to be split evenly. If you need everything itemized and separated into different bills, you need to tell them ahead of time.

Also, if you take the receipt to Caffe Concerto, you get a 10% off. Keep in mind when it comes to paying the bill, you need to make sure you let them know ahead of time that the bill should be separated as well.

Hsin-Yi K.

First off, the ambiance was just perfect. It strikes a balance between modern chic and cozy comfort. The sleek, contemporary design sets the tone for an elegant dining experience, while the warm lighting and comfortable seating make you feel right at home.

The outdoor seating area proved to be a brilliant choice. The temperature was just perfect, and it allowed us to relish our meal while basking in the fresh air and natural surroundings. What impressed us most was the impeccable service. Even though we were seated outside, the attentive staff ensured we were never forgotten. They consistently checked in to see if we needed refills or anything else, making us feel truly valued as customers.

Now, let's talk about the drinks. I decided to go with the Haeundae Blue cocktail, a delightful concoction made with rum, coconut milk, and pineapple juice. Not only did it taste heavenly, but its striking blue color made it a perfect candidate for Instagram-worthy photos. The balance of flavors was just right, with the alcohol content not overpowering the tropical essence.

As for the food, we couldn't resist sampling some of their offerings. We ordered the fried chicken & fries, and it was a decision we didn't regret. The fried chicken was expertly prepared, boasting a crispy exterior that gave way to succulent, juicy meat inside. The fries were golden and seasoned to perfection, making for an ideal accompaniment to our drinks.

Alejandro F. M.

Great place with super nice, 1950s vibes, and fantastic decor. Special shooutout to Mini, a great bartender that always displays exceptional customer service and has good language skills in her native Korean, English and even a bit of Spanish. The place is open till late, the food is delicious and the drinks are good. Not much else to say!

Kris W.

a tavern themed Korean restaurant that has some really excellent crafted drinks you should try. I recommend the yuzu mojito and the miss Korea. They also specialize in Korean Italian fusion dishes like their variety of pastas. I got their crab and seafood pasta and omg it was SO garlicky. Every bite was full of flavor and the pasta was al dente. Their yuzu brisket salad was also tasty and interesting but I would put the dressing on the side. I also got their oven roasted pork belly which I thought fell short. The pork wasn’t too tender and lacked flavor without the soy sauce it would have been too bland. Let me know what you guys think!

Manyvanh M.

I don't usually complain about or give too low of a star m because everyone is trying their best to succeed in their business.

But this place was a dissatisfied pony because I made rsvp for a Friday night at 830pm. (confirmed and all) when arriving at the place was CLOSED!! Trying calling, no answer.

To top it off, we had to get Uber (Uber because we were not from the area, went to the area for business), so we had to find a different spot last min for dinner!!

Edith L.

Celebrated an event at Seoul Salon with my teammates and had the best time!☺️

This lowkey spot is the perfect place to host a large group dinner since it’s in the middle of a lot of bars/clubs in Ktown. Also, it’s not too loud inside and has an intimate setting so you can hangout with friends in a comfy space☺️

🍽️Ordered:
1. Seafood marinara pasta 💰28
2. Pork belly & shishitos💰35
3. Garlic popcorn chicken (x2) 💰25
4. Mentaiko spaghetti 💰25
5. Skewers Platter (x2) 💰28
6. Tteokbokki 💰24
7. Watermelon soju “cocktail” 💰24
8. Truffle fries 💰14
9. (Not pictured) 10+ soju bottles 🤣 💰15 each (before discount)
10. Corn cheese 💰15

The service here was great since the staff was rly accommodating to our party of 12 and helped combine 3 tables for us 🙏🏻 The food here was also really solid and my favs were the: mentaiko spaghetti and garlic popcorn chicken🤤 The drinks were also flowing allll night so that made the food taste even better🤣👀

Overall, this was such a fun & memorable night I’ll be back again💃🏻

💡Tips:
-come on Thursdays for pregaming bc all soju is 20% off!🤩
-there is a small parking lot in back and the restaurant validates
-rly good for large parties

Diana C.

✨I was transported back in time at Seoul Salon, located in the heart of Los Angeles’ Koreatown✨

We had: 🫓Bulgogi Quesadilla (tortilla, cheese, beef bulgogi), 🦀Crab Meat Seafood Cream Pasta (crab meat, mussels, shrimp, clams, squid, red onion, heavy cream), 🌶️Spicy Rice Cake Tteokbokki (rice cake, fish cake, cabbage, egg, Korean spicy paste), 🦐Gambas (marinated shrimp, olive oil, lemon, bread), 🍢Skewers (pork belly and sausages/rice cake), 🍗Garlic Popcorn KFC (fried chicken and French fries), 🍟Truffle French Fries, 🍓Strawberry Soju (fresh strawberries, soju, lime juice, lemon juice, simple syrup)