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 known for koreatown's legendary bossam destination where pork-belly wrapped in cabbage with pickled radish is a pure, obsessive pleasure. Must-try dishes include Bossam (boiled pork belly) and Kimchi pancake.
Kobawoo House is priced at $$ — approx. under $25 per person.
Kobawoo House takes reservations by phone. Call (213) 389-7300 to book.