Koreatown · Korean · Bossam · Traditional
Koreatown's legendary bossam destination where pork-belly wrapped in cabbage with pickled radish is a pure, obsessive pleasure
Kobawoo House is one of the most important restaurants in Koreatown, which means it is one of the most important restaurants in Los Angeles. The specialty is bossam: sliced boiled pork belly presented with napa cabbage leaves, kimchi, fermented shrimp paste, and sliced raw garlic so you can build each bite exactly as you want it. Jonathan Gold wrote about this restaurant lovingly, and the bossam is exactly as revelatory as advertised. The room is not fancy; the cooking is exceptional. Order the kimchi pancake while you wait for the main event.
Kobawoo House is koreatown's legendary bossam destination where pork-belly wrapped in cabbage with pickled radish is a pure, obsessive pleasure. Regulars order bossam (boiled pork belly) and kimchi pancake.
Kobawoo House is priced at $$ — approx. $20–$40 per person.
Kobawoo House takes reservations by phone — call (213) 389-7300 to book.
Kobawoo House is at 698 S Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90005, in Koreatown. Street parking on Vermont; small lot behind building
Kobawoo House is open Mon–Sat 11:30 AM–10 PM · Sun 11:30 AM–9 PM. Hours can change on holidays — confirm on Google Maps before a long drive.