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Yangban Society

Korean-American banchan bar in the Arts District — California produce meets Korean soul

★★★★½ 4.7  (2,640) $$$ Wed–Mon 5:30–10 PM
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About Yangban Society

Katianna and John Hong's Arts District restaurant is one of the most original dining concepts in Los Angeles: a banchan bar where Korean small plates — built from California farmers market produce — arrive in waves, formatted like a traditional Korean meal filtered through French fine-dining training. The Yangban-style family feast is the way to experience it: course after course of pickled vegetables, seasoned proteins, hand-pulled noodles, and broths in a sequence that feels both spontaneous and precisely choreographed. The buffalo milk soft serve has become an LA social media legend. One of the city's most exciting restaurants.

Must-try dishes

Yangban family feastBuffalo milk soft serveJapchae
Address
1175 Mateo St, Los Angeles, CA 90021
Hours
Wed–Mon 5:30–10 PM
Parking
Street parking in the Arts District
Reservations
OpenTable recommended · busy on weekends

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Frequently asked questions

What is Yangban Society known for?

Yangban Society is korean-American banchan bar in the Arts District — California produce meets Korean soul. Regulars order yangban family feast and buffalo milk soft serve.

How expensive is Yangban Society?

Yangban Society is priced at $$$ — approx. $40–$75 per person.

How do I make a reservation at Yangban Society?

Yangban Society is on OpenTable. You can reserve online or call (213) 787-7199 directly. The badge at the top of this page shows tonight's remaining tables.

Where is Yangban Society?

Yangban Society is at 1175 Mateo St, Los Angeles, CA 90021, in DTLA. Street parking in the Arts District

What are Yangban Society's hours?

Yangban Society is open Wed–Mon 5:30–10 PM. Hours can change on holidays — confirm on Google Maps before a long drive.