Koreatown

Koreatown

Koreatown, also known as Little Seoul, is a vibrant district along Garden Grove Boulevard filled with authentic Korean barbecue restaurants, cozy cafes, and bustling markets. The area blends culture, cuisine, and community, offering everything from flavorful dining to karaoke and late-night fun.
Woman walking in an aisle of a shop in Garden Grove

Things to do:

Hands of two people clinking drinks over various Korean dishes in a Garden Grove restaurant

Korean Food

Enjoy Korean barbecue with friends at popular grill houses like Mo Ran Gak or Sookdal

Two people wearing funky sunglasses enjoying a late night in a Garden Grove karaoke lounge

Nightlife & Lounges

Sing your heart out at late night karaoke lounge.

Woman walking in an aisle of a shop in Garden Grove

Shopping

Shop K-beauty stores for skincare and cosmetics straight from Seoul.

Places to eat:

Korean BBQ being cooked in a restaurant in Garden Grove

Korean BBQ

Korean Barbecue is a signature Korean dining experience where guests grill marinated meats like bulgogi, pork belly, and short ribs right at their table. (Mo Ran Gak, Sookdal, Mr. BBQ)

Korean fried chicken served in a restaurant in Garden Grove

Korean Fried Chicken

Crispy, double-fried perfection coated in sauces ranging from sweet soy to spicy gochujang. (OB Square, BBQ Chicken, Pelicana Chicken)

Spoon scooping tofu stew surrounded by other Korean dishes in a Garden Grove home kitchen

Comfort Food & Stews

Warm, flavorful dishes like tofu stew (Soondubu Jjigae), spicy kimchi stew, or beef short rib soup are staples of Korean home cooking.

Korean pastry on a plate in a basket in Garden Grove

Cafes & Dessert Spots

Korean cafes blend creativity and aesthetics, offering handcrafted drinks and beautiful desserts like shaved ice (bingsu) or mochi waffles. (Cafe Bora, Sul & Beans, Caffe Bene)