Inssa Korean Gastropub

This place was such a vibe! The atmosphere was vibrant and fun, perfect for a night out. We came all the way from Miami, and out of all the Korean spots we looked up, this one was definitely one for the books. The service was amazing. It was our first time dining there and we weren’t sure what to order, but our server was super kind and helped us pick based on what we like. The Soju Apple Mango is a must-try! So refreshing and smooth. We got seated right away, and our food came out in no time. Everything was fresh and packed with flavor. We’ll totally be back one day!

Taste :4.2/5 Environment: 4.5/5 Service：4.3/5 If you're a fan of Korean dramas, Inssa Korean Gastropub will feel like stepping right into one! This spot is buzzing with energy, filled with young people sipping soju and hanging out. The vibe is super fun, with K-pop songs playing on the TV and a variety of small dishes perfect for pairing with drinks. If you love spicy food, don’t miss out on the spicy chicken feet—it’s a must-try! The heat from the Korean chili will leave your taste buds tingling

Best Korean street food restaurant in Chino Hills!! It's our favorite spot!! Chef Kenny's cooking is always on point. Servers (I'd name everyone but some of them are sadly gone) are always so attentive and welcoming, including the owner Jack who also acknowledges us when he is there. It makes us feel special when they remember their regulars. Love the vibe here and would at least come once a week with no regrets!! See you soon again ya'll :)

Never tried anything Korean food except kbbq. What a hidden gem in chino hills next to chapparal bowling alley . Last night we had work party . The food was delicious. The vibes are great good friendly service . Everything made to fresh . Asked the owner vegetarian option he suggested some . Tofu Kimchi was yummm. Steamed cheese egg was yummy too . Can’t wait to go back try their pancakes . 🥞 They open late till 1 am . Definitely recommend it .

Definitely geared more toward a younger crowd, but the environment was super fun and flashy (all you could want with a K-pop crazy aesthetic!). Service was slightly reserved and restrained but welcoming enough. Came here with the folks who were skeptical at first (because of the flash). But the dishes we ordered--spam mayo jumeokbap, donkatsu, and bulgogi quesadillas--were ON POINT. As Korean American foodies (mom is legit restaurant level life cook, I'm an eager learner, and my dad is picky), all of us agreed the food was super "authentic" and delicious. Aside from the donkatsu being slightly thinner (used to having them massively thick in South Korea), the food was legit awesome and the portion sizes relatively generous. Tasted like real home cooking (with a fun fusion twist)--from a table of usually snobby Korean palates :). The sauce for the donkatsu was especially banging and the jumeokbap was also surprisingly addictive. Prices were also quite reasonable and the meal was very good value, as my parents also approved. Recommended!

Hubby and I were greeted by huge screens displaying kpop music videos, specifically V's song "FRI(END)S" as we entered and I knew it was going to be a good night with good vibes. They also have cute decor with many photo ops as you head towards the restroom. Hubby and I wanted a late night snack so we ordered the kimchi pasta and the chicken wings. Kimchi pasta had a creamy taste with kimchi and bacon bites to it and the chicken wings were crispy with juicy meat on the inside. Let's say our "snack" definitely hit the spot. Highly recommend! Service was also on top of it and food came out fairly quickly! Jack was very welcoming and gave us a lock to write a little note to put on the new lock wall! The vibes, food and service were on point and hubby and I will definitely be back!

First of all, as a person who has been to pretty much all the Korean bars in the LA and OC area including Rowland heights, Diamond Bar, etc, I would have to say this is definitely the top 3. I already re-visited more than 5 times with family and different groups of friends since they opened. I cook most Korean foods at home including all these drinking foods but have to say the food is so authentic and the portions are huge!!! Ambience is great, music is just perfect loudness, and they put up projectors with music videos like all the cool bars in LA do. It’s in the new busy area of Chino Hills but the parking is always ample and is super easy to get to also. Everyone that i brought here with me ended up coming back with their other friends too so that says it all!! i suck at taking pictures but here are a few i have lol Strongly recommend!!

Came here right when they opened and got seated in the back. It was so hot in there, I was already not thinking straight once we sat down because the heat was getting to me. We ordered real quick and thank god the food came out fast. Might've ordered too much food too because we had a lot left over. A few of the dishes I found were a little salty. The best item we got was forsure the corn cheese.

The service is great fast and responsive server is Janis. Ambiance is great it was a cool tone. The food looked great can't wait to see!

been here a few times already and it's been a great experience ever time! janis was great and super attentive! it's a chill place to go hang out with your friends. great addition to chino hills!

Janis was the best server!! She's so sweet and attentive. The drinks and food were amazing. 100/10 would recommend :))

Great atmosphere and music. The food was really good and tasted fresh. Went here with friend after a game of basketball and everyone loves the bulgolgi quesadilla. Friendly staff and fast service. Highly recommend it if you're looking for good Korean and Korean fusion food.

Another spot that blew up but I personally think the hype wasn't worth it. My wife has been wanting to come here for a while & one of her favorite food influencers recently went so we decided to stop by with some friends. Personally I felt like the girl working gave us attitude because she came by and was pushing chairs around all loud. She didnt seem too happy that we were there right when they opened. We ordered quite a few items and everything was just okay. I don't think anything really stood out to me. It was also hot as hell in there so I couldn't enjoy my time. Cool concept but like I said, I just didn't feel it.

Came here for an early dinner yesterday with some friends. Ive been seeing this place all over social media & didn't realize how close it was to me. The aesthetic is so cool, i love how its decorated in here. the back room that leads to the restroom is pretty cool too. Service was nice, the food came out pretty quick. We got: (prices are added from their website since there's no pricing in the menu) bulgogi fries ($16.99) * I wish whatever seasoning that they put on their fries was evenly distributed because some bites were super salty and some weren't. but the bulgogi itself was really good (7/10) cheesy hot cheetos tater tots ($15.99) * Cheese, hot cheetos & tater tots, its already a perfect combo. the tots were crisp, the cheese was hot & melty & the hot cheetos dust made a nice little jazz (8.5/10) chicken wings ($18.99) * I don't know what it is but the chicken tasted a little off. It was a little rubbery? I'm not sure if that's the right word but no one in the group liked it. The side salad was good though. I think we left behind 2-3 pieces too (4/10) popcorn chicken ($23.99) * Wish the chicken itself had some seasoning but I think they were banking on the fact that the sauce on the side would cover up for it. Great portion though (8/10) corn cheese ($9.99) * When I think of corn cheese, THIS is how i want it. I wish the portion on this one was bigger because DAAAAAANNGGGGG it was bomb. I'd come back for this & this alone tbh. (10/10) Overall, I'd come back to try out a few different items because its so close to me and I love the vibes

Love this place. Came back for some good food and drinks. Janis who helped us was great ! Food came out quick and service was wonderful. Chicken wings were juicy and fried perfectly. Pork katsu were also tender and battered perfectly. Come check this place out !

Great selection of food and drinks. Their popcorn chicken and fried chicken were good. The menus are Wikipedia themed and very detailed and thought out. I found that very interesting

Where to start... Well this place is amazing and reminds us of our Korea trip. So many little details that make this place witty and amazing. Their menu, made to be like Wikipedia but their own. Creativity is on point and so is the ambiance along with decor. It's a fun environment to eat and drink at. The food is as authentic as I can remember it and there's a huge variety. The food is also very delicious. The service is great, friendly and interactive staff with great attitudes. Shout out to Janis, she went above and beyond to make us, repeat customer, feel welcomed/pampered! A must visit in the I.E. even if you're further away.

Nice little Korean spot. Came here on Saturday evening for dinner and was nicely surprised with this spot. We got a ton of stuff. The bulgolgi fries, the quesadilla, and the kimchi pasta were standouts. Chock full of flavor. The fries were really yummy. The cheesy sauce on top was really flavorful and the bulgolgi was delicious. We also got both pork belly dishes, the stew and the standard. The stew was pretty big and you can definitely share this with 2-3 people. The non-stew version came with a TON of garlic, which was great. Our favorite dish was the popcorn chicken. The batter on the chicken was really delicious and crispy. The sauce was also nice, on the sweet side. Huge portion. Again all this stuff we shared so it was nice to have a taste or everything. Overall great spot for drinks and food. Very much a younger bar vibe.

Went here for father's day and the serving sizes are DEFINITELY good to share. We did not know that so we over ordered, but i am glad we did cause the food was BOMBBB!!! Service is quick and the waiters are so kind and accomodating. My favorite had to he the chives pancake. The bulgogi fries were tender, I usually dont like bulgogi fries because the meat is dry but this was an exception. The kimchi /veggies that came with the pork belly was sweet and spicy. I can't wait to go back with a group of friends to drink with! Make sure you take a polaroid before heading out!!!

I can see why Inssa is a trendy and appealing Gastropub to hang out, drink and eat good Korean food in Chino Hills. The restaurant will definitely grab your attention with their collectibles around the restaurant to the wall of soju bottles. Great place for a late night hang out or a night catch a game with all the TVs inside. I believe it's one of the few spots in Chino Hills that is open til 1-2AM on most days. The service was fine and friendly. Some of the menu items weren't available the night we went but the selection of food we ordered were all well prepared and delicious. We ordered the Kimchi Fried Rice, Bulgogi Tacos and Corn Cheese. Food came out looking delectable so pictures must be taken first! I cosign for each and every one of them. I feel like the bulgogi tacos and corn cheese were be tops on my list. The prices are fair and everything can be shared. Overall, experience was great and definitely bookmark them as a spot to be with friends and family!

A Soju-Real Good Time If you're looking for K-pop idols, glittery stage lights, or the next BTS sighting, keep walking. But if you're into sizzling seafood pancakes, crispy wings, and discovering that soju and beer are secretly soulmates? Welcome to Inssa Korean Gastropub. First off, the seafood pancake. Absolute legend. Golden, crispy, chewy in all the right places, and packed with enough oceanic goodness to make a mermaid cry. I'd come back just for that--and I probably will. Now, the chicken wings. They came out looking like supermodels--perfectly fried, glistening with promise. But one bite and... plot twist: they were kind of bland. Like that friend who looks great in photos but can't tell a story to save their life. Still, decent for soaking up alcohol and broken dreams. Speaking of which: soju and beer. Who knew this combo was the Bonnie and Clyde of Korean drinking culture? Sweet, fizzy, and dangerously easy to keep drinking until you start singing karaoke to strangers who did not ask for that. Inssa is loud, lively, and gloriously unfancy. The kind of place where you leave full, slightly tipsy, and wondering how many seafood pancakes you can reasonably eat in one sitting. (Answer: more than you think.) Go for the food, stay for the vibes, and skip the wings unless your taste buds are into minimalist storytelling.

Amazing vibes! Had no idea this was available in Chino Hills! Can't wait to be back! There's trendy menu items and soothing soups, so it feels great for every type of person.

Hi. Chino Hills is now the mini Buena Park! A mini-mini K-town! I came on a random Thursday and the place was surprisingly crowded with a good mix of people. We shared the following: -grilled kimchi pork belly ($28.99) -old school whole chicken ($25.99) LA prices in suburbia! Sticker shock for sure. We misfired and ordered 2 proteins without anything to anchor them. Because the entrees were shockingly expensive, we couldn't even bring ourselves to order French fries because they cost a whopping $9.99. This place is more of a weekend situation rather than a casual weeknight meal. The food was pretty good - especially good if you've been drinking. You also get a whole show if you order the kitchen because the guy wears gloves and breaks it apart in front of you. Prices and food aside - this place is a vibe. The decor is fun and K-pop lingers in the background. Nissan brings a little life to the suburbs. I'm so glad I don't have to trek too far for a Korean gastropub anymore.

The food was good but the sauce of the tteokbokki was a bit too sweet for me. It's good but I prefer it a little more savory and spicy. The chicken wings were crunchy but bland. The bulgogi fries were ok. I'm still open to try it again. The service could be better. The ambiance was clean but the music was too loud. No food taken as we were distracted with the music.

I've been to this place several times and I see a lot of potential. The food is really good, the prices are reasonable, vibes are good, and hours are unbeatable. The one big gripe I have with Inssa is the fact that all the bowls, cups, and utensils seem to smell of detergent/sanitizer. It's gotten to the point where I don't even touch my water cup the entire meal, lest my mouth be filled with the aroma of soap. If management is able to address and solve this issue, I would have absolutely no other complaints.

This place is a vibe! They're always playing kpop so you can sing and watch videos as you eat! The decorations are pretty cool figures as you go around the store. Wished their claw machine was working! Food service was quick around 5pm for an early dinner. Food was decent, just like every other Korean pub food. Would come back whenever I just want something spicy and a good vibe Ordered 3 dishes for 3 people and it was more than enough for us all!

Love the food and service!!! Service from Janis is sooo coool and chill, love this! Great choice for weekend chill out.

Came here on a whim just so I could hang out with my friend during my short stay in SoCal. We came for a couple drinks and had some typical So-mek. You can't go wrong with that. The food was just ok. Nothing spectacular. Again, if you're coming here it's probably because you'd be too loud at home or don't want your parents to know that you drink this much. HAHA Or there's an outside chance this could be a date possibly. I do like how they decorated the place. I never thought I'd be okay waiting in line for the restroom which happens a lot. Fortunately, there's enough interesting stuff to stare at back there. And I even struck up a conversation with some random person while waiting. So if you're close by and just need to chillax, then stop by here late after dinner for 2-cha or 3-cha!!! And don't forget to inssa-hae!!!

Five stars for great food, ambiance, and friendly server Janis! Kudos to the owner for checking in on the customers. Very cool interior! Glad we stopped by! I Don't mind driving back here.

I came on a random weekday evening for a late-night dinner with my partner. Ambiance Honestly, it was very cool and hip. It gave off major Irvine-Chinese-cool-guy vibes, with all the Supreme gear, neon lights, and K-pop music videos. It felt like the perfect spot to go drinking with friends--definitely didn't feel like I was in Chino! Service Our interaction was brief, but the staff was fast, efficient, and explained the menu really well. Food The food was delicious! They had a great variety of legit Korean drinking foods--even chicken feet on the menu! I was genuinely impressed with this place, and I can easily imagine it being packed on the weekend.

Came to Inssa for my first time with my friends and loved it! The food is amazing and vibes in here are so good! Absolutely loved it and will for sure be back!

Me and the boys were looking for a place to sit and eat and we happened upon Inssa. As we arrived Janis greeted us and helped us find the perfect items on the menu that suited our diffrent pallets. Janis recommended me the steamed pork belly and it was truly the star for the table. It came with a side of kimchi, garlic, peppers and gochujang wich paired very nicely with the tender pork belly. Janis was super attentive and accommodating to any questions and add ons to the meal. We all agreed that we'll definitely be coming back and hope that we can be graced by Janis presence again.

Great service and good food. Would recommend coming here in future. Nice ambiance the music and decorations are a vibe

Craving some Korean foods and this popped up. Service is friendly and fast. Place is small pub with a lot of selection for Soju. Mostly definitely coming back here. Had our food Togo but will dine in next time.

Love the unique food here, the service is alright although the food can be slow at times. The environment is very special, worth a visit!

Really cool Korean pub! Great addition to the Chino Hills area. I believe there are a few others in Rowland, but I actually like this place a lot more. The speakers are good (you can feel the bass in there wow), but wish they could stray away from the mainstream kpop like playing a bunch of BTS and BLACKPINK lol. The decor here is so cute! I loved how clean everything was and I could see how this place could get packed once it gets more popular. Their menu is pretty amusing since it's based on Wikipedia. We wanted to try so many things but we ended up ordering the kimchi pasta, spicy cheese chicken, fries, and trying this bekseju (ginseng soju). My bf got a beer too. Service can be a bit lacking, since it seemed like it was pretty difficult for us to flag someone down to order. Though, getting the food didn't take too long at least. We tried the fries first and honestly I thought it was very mid, but the more you eat it, the better it tastes lol. Maybe because I was also drinking the soju so it just makes things taste better???? Next came the Kimchi Pasta. It was pretty decent! I really liked the overall flavor profile to it, but I wished it was more creamier. The pasta noodles could also be a bit softer too, but it was pretty good overall. Next was the spicy cheese chicken. Omg this was so spicy for me. We both did like how meaty the chicken was, but the cheese that they used made it difficult to melt? It would also thicken and solidify to one whole... paste. Although, the cheese was still good with it, but wish it was a different kind of cheese that melts more evenly. Overall, it's definitely a cool place to check out and I like it here a lot more than the other pocha's in the area! We'll be definitely visiting again. Hopefully they expand their music library to play other kpop songs too lol.

The food here is yummyy! Everything was perfectly seasoned. Janis & Kristin were so nice! They were very fast and attentive with their service the whole night

Janis, she was our server, she provided us with great service, made sure we all had a great time. She was very attentive with our table, always checked up on us periodically. Overall great service!

Our waitress Janis was super accommodating! She was so friendly from the beginning and very helpful. So nice and made sure we were well taken care of!

Came during the week and had such a great time! Ordered the bulgogi fries, kimchi pasta, and spicy rice cakes. Everything was really good, but the bulgogi fries were definitely my favorite. The sauce on top was really good! The atmosphere was super chill with great vibes. Enjoyed the music, usually korean spots only play korean music, but the playlist that night was rap and r&b which made the experience even better. The decor was really cool too, especially the soju bottle tower!

This place was absolutely amazing! Janis took great care of us! Definitely vibes were on point. Parking is absolutely a1! The food choice was amazing , they had a great variety

I really want to like this place but it's a one time deal. Food was great but portions are extremely lacking for the price you pay for. We ordered French fries, fried chicken gizzards, fried chicken, corn cheese, etc. I've seen other tables with other stuff such as their pastas and soup dishes. Food tasted GREAT but again portions were very small. The ambiance of the joint gives a strong LA Korean-gastropub (which it literally is). Great place for drinking but would not recommend going here hungry or else you're gonna drop more money than you should. Service was great and very accommodating so that was nice. One time deal justified! Food? Unjustified.

Great food! Corn and Steamed egg was delicious! Relaxed atmosphere, unique decor. Had a great time here with family!

Been here a handful of times already - super dope vibes and definitely my goto pub spot for Korean food & drinks in Chino Hills! Needa go with the classic seafood pancake in between soju of course but also enjoyed the Rose Pasta and more to go along for a great meal. Definitely needa try the rest of the menu but will definitely go back! Ambiance is super modern and street hype for a super cool touch as well.

It's an amazing addition to Chino Hills. This place is fulfill what's missing in the area. Great Korean food with great ambiance, awesome service and great drinks. We had mussels, corn cheese, bulgogi pasta, kimchi pork belly, bulgogi taco, fish soup and everything is great. Taste perfectly and pair with the great drinks, it makes even better experience. Definitely my go to hip Korean place. You don't need to drive to kTown anymore.

It feels like this place is getting upgraded all the time. There are so many new cute decorations for the winter, must come by to check it out! Owner Jack has been around a lot more and he is super chill, good vibes all around here. Ive also ordered from doordash on days when I dont feel like driving and food has been FIRE as always!!! Hope this place stays open in Chino Hills for a very long time!!!

I haven't had a chance to sit in restaurant yet unfortunately but have gotten take out a few times! The food is good but I do think it's a bit pricey. This place is close to me so it's good if the cravings hit.

Charles provided us excellent service. We will come again. He is amazing and this place is so fun and cozy. JUST DO YOURSELF A FAVOR AND COME!!!

This place is always the best! I've been here multiple times and it hits every time! The service and vibe is amazing! The staff is so kind and the food is so good! Vibes in here are immaculate

We came on a Sunday afternoon, right when they opened. The restaurant is cozy, with some larger tables in the back to accommodate bigger parties. There were a lot of things I wanted to try on the menu, but we decided to order the Bulgogi Fries, Bulgogi Pasta, and Kimchi Pasta. All of the portions were HUGE and so tasty. On first glance I thought the pasta plate was small, but we barely finished one and a half plates of pasta, and took the rest to go. It is very filling! Bulgogi Fries are served in a GIANT basket, and there is a good ratio of meat to fries, great value. My favorite was definitely the Kimchi Pasta, but I loved all of these dishes. The Bulgogi Pasta was a little on the sweeter side, and the sauce was a little watery compared to the Kimchi Pasta. Overall this place is definitely 5 stars: good food, big portions, cute interior, and great service! I am looking forward to coming back and trying more on the menu!

Weekend Vibe.. Very chilling and food is So gooooood! People here are always nice and welcoming! Number 1 restaurant/pub in Chino~

Food selection was great, we ordered the kimchi pasta, popcorn chicken, and bulgogi fries, all soooo good. The service was amazing, our server was Janis. She was so sweet and very attentive. The restaurant itself had really good vibes and fun music, also very clean. Would eat here again.

Came here for a late night snacky snack. New place in Chino Hills that is open late! Decorated with various collectible bears. Lots of TVs playing KPOP. Wide selection of Soju to pick from. They also allow corkage fee of $20 which we opted. The food was overall great. Not pictured is the whole fried chicken which came with a side of salt and pepper. The minimal seasoning allowed the flavors of the crispy chicken to come out. I really enjoyed the pork belly and made sure to ask for a side of bean paste. Army stew had lots of various toppings with kimchi, sausage, and spam. The staff were kind and attentive and apologized for the wait time, which didn't feel that long. Overall, great place to dine on a casual night with friends and family!

What's a Korean Gastropub? The gold standard for Bulgogi Fries that's what it is. Pork katsu check Kimchi Pork Belly check ice cold beer check. Who would have thunk but it might have been low key the best meal of my trip. Can't even be mad at the loud Kpop on the huge screen. Go check it out.

Service was great. Ethan was amazing. We will definitely come back. The ambience was great!!

3.5 STARS We went late Saturday night, about 1am. Our server was great because he was attentive and friendly towards us. Unfortunately one dish was very underwhelming and not quite what we expected and so we thought it was way overpriced. That would be the spicy seafood stew. Well what made it a seafood stew was the addition of a few tiny clams and a lot of mussels. Mussels are cheaper than clams. No other seafood was a part of the dish. Then the "variety" of vegetables in our dish was just cabbage, maybe kimchi was a part of it. Other than that no other veggies were a part of our stew. Maybe by the end of the day, they ran out of seafood ingredients and other vegetables that were supposed to be in there. But if that was the case, just say so instead of giving us a dish that is incomplete. We would've ordered another dish instead. Our order should've been named Spicy Mussel and Cabbage Stew. Other dishes we ordered were good. Thank you.

SERVICE WAS TERRIBLE & INCONSIDERATE. We were a group of four adults and a toddler, yet the server (male, working on 12/14/24 around 10 PM, wearing a shirt that said "Yunsoo") insisted we sit at a table for four, completely disregarding my daughter. This was especially frustrating because there was an open table for six. When we requested to sit there, he claimed, "this table is saved for six people," even though the restaurant was fairly empty, as shown in the photo. How were we expected to squeeze four adults and a toddler at a table with only four chairs? To make matters worse, towards the end of our visit, they allowed a couple to move from a smaller table to a four-seater. It made no sense why we couldn't have been seated there, especially since no party of six arrived and the table remained empty. Food: We ordered the cheese tteokbokki with ramen noodles and another tteokbokki with udon noodles. The flavor of the ramen dish was okay, but the udon dish was noticeably better. We're fans of Korean food and have traveled to various cities to try it, so we were disappointed by the flavoring here. The spice level was a bit overwhelming, so we mentioned it to the server. They offered to add cheese, but it turned the dish from "noodles with cheese and tteokbokki" to just "cheese." If you're looking for excellent tteokbokki, I highly recommend KoKo Chicken & BBQ in Anaheim--their dish is AMAZING, as is most of their menu. Overall: The food here is alright if you're extremely hungry, but we've only tried the tteokbokki, so I can't comment on other dishes. The poor service experience and flavoring issues left us disappointed overall.