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"The raw crab & braised short ribs are fantastic!"(5 Tips)
"spicy beef short ribs."(4 Tips)
"Short rib and the cod."(2 Tips)
"The most famous dish here is probably the spicy galbi jjim.-Jonathan"(3 Tips)
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- LA WeeklyOctober 4, 2011Soban is a slightly odd institution, nice in a way that's probably closer to the way your mom's best friend's kitchen is nice. The most famous dish here is probably the spicy galbi jjim.-Jonathan Gold
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Christine WuNovember 27, 2014Incredible array of bonchon. I loved their grilled mackerel--so crisp and savory.
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Brian SNovember 6, 2012korean traditional style restaurant...aka 한정식..lots of side dishesUpvoteDownvote
Serious EatsSeptember 12, 2014A Koreatown stalwart for a well-executed overview of the Korean seafood experience, from appetizer seafood pancakes to mains featuring raw crab and braised mackerel.UpvoteDownvote1
jen pMarch 20, 2011the banchan here is frickin awesome. owners are always there, very friendly.UpvoteDownvote
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"The noodles are so tasty. You must try the dumplings too."
Kim Ofilas - 8.7
"Try the seafood pancake, braised short ribs, and grilled mackeral. Valet parking seems to start at 5 so get there before to avoid a wait."
Jane P - 8.2
"Good place! Cheap, great service and friendly. Big Recommendation!"
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