Pao Jao Dumpling House

The dumplings here are excellent, especially the chive dumplings and shrimp dumplings — they’re the best. Unfortunately, the seafood jjajang (black bean noodles) was the worst I’ve had in LA. I expected the jjajangmyeon to be at least decent since the dumplings were so good, but it was honestly disappointing. If you visit, stick to the dumplings — they’re definitely the highlight of this place. And whatever you do, do NOT order the jjajangmyeon.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 2

Service: 3

This is located inside a Korean plaza in the food court. We decided to finally try this. The steamed shrimp dumpling is delicious but a bit spicy, for 8 pieces Ive paid $16.this came with pickled sliced radish and dipping sauce.Service is fast. They have different korean food- that Im excited to try next time.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

I didn’t want to share but I would be gate keeping and doing a disservice to y’all lol. Love this spot! First time and only had these two items (fried dumplings and shrimp dumplings) which were delicious. I can only imagine trying the rest of the menu now lol. And such nice service!! Need it with the soy sauce dip.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The Jjambbong is the BOMB here! They give you a LOT of noodles. Definitely worth the try!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Meat king dumpling dough is too thick with too little stuffing, lacks balance and flavor. Jajang noodle was overcooked, its sauce gluey... lacks care and taste, Ugh.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 1

Service: 3

Very good food prepared by very nice ladies, this is not a touristic spot but give it a try if you're walking around the Korean town.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

The seaweed dumplings are very good and spicy. Portion is big and easy to share

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

Almost the same filling for all the dumplins, just prepared a little different. Glass noodle filling.

Best dumplings I’ve ever had. And I’ve been to Japan Korea and China.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 5

Dumplings!!! 🔥🔥🔥

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 5

Would've scored lower, but my wife likes the shrimp dumplings. I ordered pork dumplings, and they said the king dumplings are their pork dumplings. I opened it, and it was probably less than 1% pork, and the rest was greens and the dough. When I asked what I received, they just refunded me and confirmed that's their pork dumpling

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 3

Service: 5

It was my first time and I was surprise how big the portions are! Great value, very tasty food, and the staff were very nice. Will definitely come back whenever I have a chance to visit LA again :)

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Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Kind of impressed for mall food. I'd come just for the fried mandu

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Jjajangmyun Black Bean Noodles

King dumplings are really not tasty, the dumpling skin is too thick and the dumpling filling is poor...

The dumplings are delicious and the tray jjajang is also delicious.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5