I stopped by for lunch on a weekday thinking it wouldn’t be too busy—but the place was already packed shortly after opening, with nearly every table filled and Korean being spoken all around. That’s always a good sign.
The space isn’t large, but it feels right: clean, tidy, and welcoming. You can tell the ingredients are fresh, and there’s a sense of care in how the food is prepared—something that goes beyond just flavor.
We ordered three dishes, all standout:
27. Maeun Deung-Galbi Jjim (Spicy Braised Beef Short Ribs) The portion was generous—five large beef ribs served with pumpkin, rice cakes, and potatoes, all simmering together. The staff kindly offered to cut the ribs and pumpkin into bite-sized pieces, and they did it carefully, making everything easy to eat. The meat was fall-apart tender and well-seasoned, without being overly rich. But the highlight: adding the melted cheese on top. Watching the cheese stretch over the ribs was worth it alone—so aromatic and satisfying. At $55, this pot easily feeds three people. Great value.
13. Wang Galbi Tang (Premium Beef Rib Soup) The broth was clear yet deeply flavorful, clearly slow-simmered for hours. The beef rib was so tender it fell off the bone with a gentle nudge of the chopsticks. Comforting and wholesome.
8. Seok Uh Sulung Tang (Beef Tongue & Brisket Soup) A milder, clean-tasting soup packed with thinly sliced beef brisket, cheek meat, knee cartilage, and glass noodles. The beef tongue was tender, and the cartilage had a nice chew. A dash of the provided black pepper and salt brightened the flavors perfectly.
We also tried the meat dumplings—thin skin filled with pork and chives, simple but well-made.
This isn’t a flashy spot, but the food feels sincere and hearty. If you appreciate honest, homestyle Korean cooking, this place deserves a visit.
Parking: street parking available, or $3–$4 valet in the plaza.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
John R
Very good value
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rachel. X
Lee Ga offers a wonderful Korean dining experience. The cold noodles have a perfect texture, with a surprisingly flavorful broth, and the ribs are especially popular with the kids.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
Ariam Martinez
I have never been so embarrassed in my life. Today my family and I decided to go out for a quiet late Friday night diner at LEEGA which was once my favorite place. As soon as we walked in we were ambushed by the guy who is always there. He could be the owner but honestly at this point its irrelevant. As we try to figure out what he is trying to say he keeps showing us a receipt and accused us of disputing the charges from our last visit $170 dollars to be exact. He asked for my husband name and my husband said E… at this point he sees me hella mad and then realized that he might just confused us with someone else. The to make matters worse he said sorry its just cause we all look alike. Like say WHAT!!!! At this point I was done. We were actually racially profile for the color of our skin. To all Mexican Americans out there aside from everything that is happening to our own people inthe word right this minute and to listen to this man racially profile us its just unacceptable. Dear LEEGA I will no longer visit your establishment and hope you learned a lesson today. Your behavior was unacceptable period! You lost a loyal customer.
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
Alex
Best cold noodle in LA! People here are super nice. Can’t wait to be back
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sharon Park
Best galbi is LA! Their kimchi is OUTSTANDING
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spicy Cold Buckwheat Noodles, 54 부추전 Chive Pancake, Lee GA Side Dishes and Brown Rice, Kimchi Dumpling 6pcs
qi ma
This place is truly a local gem. If you’re looking for real, authentic Korean food, this restaurant delivers in every way. You can taste the difference the moment your meal arrives—everything is made with the freshest, highest-quality ingredients, and it really shows. The standout for me is the gukbap. There’s a warmth and affection in every bowl that feels like something straight from a Korean home kitchen. It’s the kind of comfort food that hugs you from the inside out—rich broth, perfectly balanced flavors, and ingredients that taste like they were prepped just hours before. And don’t even get me started on the lunch specials—they are unbelievably worth it. Generous portions, great variety, and prices that make you feel like you’re getting way more than you paid for. It’s become my go-to midday spot because the quality and value are unbeatable.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lillian L
Cold noodles, oxtail broth, and all the banchan were outstanding. Everything tasted genuinely homemade. A true homestyle spot worth coming back to.
I was really disappointed with my recent visit. Based on the restaurant’s online presence, I came in with fairly high expectations, but the food and service just didn’t match what was advertised. Everything felt underwhelming, and not at all like the impression they give on social media.
I also feel that the marketing and promotions connected to Storus Marketing aren’t helping the restaurant’s image — if anything, they seem to be dragging it down. The flashy promos don’t line up with the actual dining experience, and it creates a sense of overpromise and underdeliver.
I really hope they make some changes, because the current direction doesn’t reflect well on the business. There’s potential here, but my recent experience fell far short of what I expected.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Connie U
Very clean restaurant and tasty. Highly recommend.
Tried Gop Haejang-guk, Maeun Deung-Galbi Jjim, and Wang Galbi Tang. The Gop Haejang-guk was really good—rich, spicy, and no weird smell at all. The Wang Galbi Tang had a lot of meat, big rib chunks, super filling. Overall portions are huge and satisfying. Even the dumplings were better than frozen bibigo. Would go again for sure.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
yolanda Luo
Found my favorite Korean soup spot in K-Town! The Beef Short Rib Soup with dried cabbage is incredibly flavorful with fall-off-the-bone ribs. Also loved the clear yet rich Gom Tang and hearty Bulgogi Jeongol.
Their half-half dumplings are a must-try too! Everything tastes fresh and balanced - not overly salty. Cozy atmosphere, friendly service, and great value. Perfect comfort food! 🍲🥟💯
#LeeGA #KtownEats #ComfortFood
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lucas Lee
wait this was so goooood!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Yanwei Wu
🍲 Beef Short Rib Soup w/ Dried Cabbage The biggest surprise of the meal! The broth is rich yet clean, filled with deep beef-bone flavor. The dried cabbage soaks up all the goodness — soft, tender, and flavorful. Every sip is comforting and hearty, perfect for cutting through any greasiness. The short ribs are fall-off-the-bone tender and full of beefy aroma — one spoonful and it’s pure happiness on a cold day.
🐮 Beef Short Rib Soup A lighter version of the classic — clearer broth with a pure beef taste. Perfect if you love something clean and simple. Pair it with a bowl of rice, and you’ll find yourself eating nonstop — one bite of meat, one sip of soup, totally addictive.
🔥 Bulgogi Jeongol (Korean Bulgogi Hot Pot) The aroma hits you the second it arrives! The beef is marinated in a sweet Korean-style sauce that’s super flavorful, cooked together with glass noodles, enoki mushrooms, and veggies. The longer it simmers, the richer it gets — and the leftover broth is perfect for mixing with rice. Huge portions, easily enough for 3–4 people!
🥟 Meat Dumplings Thin wrapper, juicy filling — the perfect pork and chive combo! Each bite bursts with flavor, and the chive aroma really brings it to life. Dip it in their house chili soy sauce for the ultimate kick.
I stopped by for lunch on a weekday thinking it wouldn’t be too busy—but the place was already packed shortly after opening, with nearly every table filled and Korean being spoken all around. That’s always a good sign.
The space isn’t large, but it feels right: clean, tidy, and welcoming. You can tell the ingredients are fresh, and there’s a sense of care in how the food is prepared—something that goes beyond just flavor.
We ordered three dishes, all standout:
27. Maeun Deung-Galbi Jjim (Spicy Braised Beef Short Ribs)
The portion was generous—five large beef ribs served with pumpkin, rice cakes, and potatoes, all simmering together. The staff kindly offered to cut the ribs and pumpkin into bite-sized pieces, and they did it carefully, making everything easy to eat. The meat was fall-apart tender and well-seasoned, without being overly rich.
But the highlight: adding the melted cheese on top. Watching the cheese stretch over the ribs was worth it alone—so aromatic and satisfying. At $55, this pot easily feeds three people. Great value.
13. Wang Galbi Tang (Premium Beef Rib Soup)
The broth was clear yet deeply flavorful, clearly slow-simmered for hours. The beef rib was so tender it fell off the bone with a gentle nudge of the chopsticks. Comforting and wholesome.
8. Seok Uh Sulung Tang (Beef Tongue & Brisket Soup)
A milder, clean-tasting soup packed with thinly sliced beef brisket, cheek meat, knee cartilage, and glass noodles. The beef tongue was tender, and the cartilage had a nice chew. A dash of the provided black pepper and salt brightened the flavors perfectly.
We also tried the meat dumplings—thin skin filled with pork and chives, simple but well-made.
This isn’t a flashy spot, but the food feels sincere and hearty. If you appreciate honest, homestyle Korean cooking, this place deserves a visit.
Parking: street parking available, or $3–$4 valet in the plaza.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very good value
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lee Ga offers a wonderful Korean dining experience. The cold noodles have a perfect texture, with a surprisingly flavorful broth, and the ribs are especially popular with the kids.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
I have never been so embarrassed in my life. Today my family and I decided to go out for a quiet late Friday night diner at LEEGA which was once my favorite place. As soon as we walked in we were ambushed by the guy who is always there. He could be the owner but honestly at this point its irrelevant. As we try to figure out what he is trying to say he keeps showing us a receipt and accused us of disputing the charges from our last visit $170 dollars to be exact. He asked for my husband name and my husband said E… at this point he sees me hella mad and then realized that he might just confused us with someone else. The to make matters worse he said sorry its just cause we all look alike. Like say WHAT!!!! At this point I was done. We were actually racially profile for the color of our skin. To all Mexican Americans out there aside from everything that is happening to our own people inthe word right this minute and to listen to this man racially profile us its just unacceptable. Dear LEEGA I will no longer visit your establishment and hope you learned a lesson today. Your behavior was unacceptable period! You lost a loyal
customer.
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
Best cold noodle in LA! People here are super nice. Can’t wait to be back
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best galbi is LA!
Their kimchi is OUTSTANDING
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spicy Cold Buckwheat Noodles, 54 부추전 Chive Pancake, Lee GA Side Dishes and Brown Rice, Kimchi Dumpling 6pcs
This place is truly a local gem. If you’re looking for real, authentic Korean food, this restaurant delivers in every way. You can taste the difference the moment your meal arrives—everything is made with the freshest, highest-quality ingredients, and it really shows.
The standout for me is the gukbap. There’s a warmth and affection in every bowl that feels like something straight from a Korean home kitchen. It’s the kind of comfort food that hugs you from the inside out—rich broth, perfectly balanced flavors, and ingredients that taste like they were prepped just hours before.
And don’t even get me started on the lunch specials—they are unbelievably worth it. Generous portions, great variety, and prices that make you feel like you’re getting way more than you paid for. It’s become my go-to midday spot because the quality and value are unbeatable.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cold noodles, oxtail broth, and all the banchan were outstanding. Everything tasted genuinely homemade. A true homestyle spot worth coming back to.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spicy Cold Buckwheat Noodles, Banchan, Soup
I was really disappointed with my recent visit. Based on the restaurant’s online presence, I came in with fairly high expectations, but the food and service just didn’t match what was advertised. Everything felt underwhelming, and not at all like the impression they give on social media.
I also feel that the marketing and promotions connected to Storus Marketing aren’t helping the restaurant’s image — if anything, they seem to be dragging it down. The flashy promos don’t line up with the actual dining experience, and it creates a sense of overpromise and underdeliver.
I really hope they make some changes, because the current direction doesn’t reflect well on the business. There’s potential here, but my recent experience fell far short of what I expected.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Very clean restaurant and tasty. Highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Restaurantji Recommends
Tried Gop Haejang-guk, Maeun Deung-Galbi Jjim, and Wang Galbi Tang. The Gop Haejang-guk was really good—rich, spicy, and no weird smell at all. The Wang Galbi Tang had a lot of meat, big rib chunks, super filling. Overall portions are huge and satisfying. Even the dumplings were better than frozen bibigo. Would go again for sure.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Found my favorite Korean soup spot in K-Town! The Beef Short Rib Soup with dried cabbage is incredibly flavorful with fall-off-the-bone ribs. Also loved the clear yet rich Gom Tang and hearty Bulgogi Jeongol.
Their half-half dumplings are a must-try too! Everything tastes fresh and balanced - not overly salty. Cozy atmosphere, friendly service, and great value. Perfect comfort food! 🍲🥟💯
#LeeGA #KtownEats #ComfortFood
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
wait this was so goooood!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
🍲 Beef Short Rib Soup w/ Dried Cabbage
The biggest surprise of the meal! The broth is rich yet clean, filled with deep beef-bone flavor. The dried cabbage soaks up all the goodness — soft, tender, and flavorful. Every sip is comforting and hearty, perfect for cutting through any greasiness. The short ribs are fall-off-the-bone tender and full of beefy aroma — one spoonful and it’s pure happiness on a cold day.
🐮 Beef Short Rib Soup
A lighter version of the classic — clearer broth with a pure beef taste. Perfect if you love something clean and simple. Pair it with a bowl of rice, and you’ll find yourself eating nonstop — one bite of meat, one sip of soup, totally addictive.
🔥 Bulgogi Jeongol (Korean Bulgogi Hot Pot)
The aroma hits you the second it arrives! The beef is marinated in a sweet Korean-style sauce that’s super flavorful, cooked together with glass noodles, enoki mushrooms, and veggies. The longer it simmers, the richer it gets — and the leftover broth is perfect for mixing with rice. Huge portions, easily enough for 3–4 people!
🥟 Meat Dumplings
Thin wrapper, juicy filling — the perfect pork and chive combo! Each bite bursts with flavor, and the chive aroma really brings it to life. Dip it in their house chili soy sauce for the ultimate kick.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kimchi was good 👍
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
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