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Baroo

Modern Korean tasting menu · $$$$

Kwang Uh's cult strip-mall counter, reborn here with Mina Park as a calm six-course tasting menu of fermentation-forward Korean cooking drawn from temple food. Don't miss the seaweed-battered sole ssam. The vegan menu is among LA's best. LA Times 2024 Restaurant of the Year.

Reservations requiredTasting menu only, about $140 a person, served at the dining room, chef's counter or bar. Request vegetarian or vegan menus in your booking at least 24 hours ahead. Parties over six book by email.

Good for

Special occasionsA quiet, paced tasting menu for a big night.

Vegan dinersA full plant-based menu that's no afterthought.

Date nightAsk for the chef's counter.

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