WOOWA
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WOOWA Reviews
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Best Korean food I’ve had! It was an Italian Korean fusion and soooo delicious! Definitely going to be back soon!
New restaurant with amazing ambiance and creativity in the Korean-Italian fusion. We had a Galbi meatball plate, Clam oil pasta, claypot carbonara pasta, and super-addicting plate of fries with galbi mayo and furikake To us it’s better than Korean food by itself or Italian food by itself. Selfishly hesitant to write a review to draw more people, but they deserve it - it’ll attract long lines over time anyway.
The atmosphere was awesome. We were looking for a unique experience and found this place, and it was totally worth it. The chicken was super crispy and juicy with amazing batter and perfectly balanced sauces. The risotto was creamy, and the pasta was delicious. We cleaned our plates because it was so good. The owners were super friendly and made us feel so welcome, and we'd totally come back next time we're in the area and will recommend this to others.
Hours
| Monday | 11:45AM - 2:30PM 5PM - 12AM |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 11:45AM - 2:30PM 5PM - 12AM |
| Thursday | 5PM - 12AM 11:45AM - 2:30PM |
| Friday | 11:45AM - 2:30PM 5PM - 1AM |
| Saturday | 11:45AM - 2:30PM 5PM - 1AM |
| Sunday | 11:45AM - 2:30PM 5PM - 12AM |
Woowa is a small, cozy restaurant in Gardena that offers a unique blend of Korean and Italian flavors. It is a family-owned spot that provides a warm and hospitable atmosphere, making it a great place for sharing dishes. The menu features a variety of delicious options, including the popular pork belly, which is cooked crispy and served in a hot stone bowl with kimchi. The pork belly is highly praised for its quality and flavor. Other favorites include the tteok galbi (Korean meatballs), which pair well with kimchi and sauce, and the Rose Pasta with tteokgalbi, praised for its excellent flavors and rich, savory rose sauce. The shrimp fried rice is also recommended as one of the best in town.
The restaurant has a lively, bar-like vibe with dim lighting and older decor, creating an interesting ambiance that differs from typical modern restaurants. Service is attentive and caring, with staff consistently checking in to ensure a good experience. The drinks menu is noteworthy, featuring tasty options like fermented rice wine and black raspberry wine, which are shareable and served in sake cups of your choice.
While the food is hearty and satisfying, some feel that the prices are a bit high for the value received, as most entrées are in the $20–$30 range, and no banchan is included. The overall experience is described as good, with some noting it could be even better if value and certain dish temperatures were improved. Despite this, Woowa remains a popular choice, especially for those seeking heavy, flavorful Korean-Italian fusion dishes in a welcoming setting.