Jincook Santa Monica

We are just so happy that we finally have a Korean restaurant that is not Kbbq in this area. The food is good. Service is super quick all Banchan refills without asking. Everything is good. Just overall the place is a bit loud, the music is too high volume and the cart to clean up the dishes on the empty table makes a loud noise whenever it rolls around. We will revisit to try out another menu for sure but would go maybe not at the peak time.

Amazing Korean restaurant! Their beef short rib is so amazing! As good as Sunnongdan!!! And sweet potato cheese katsu is a very interesting combination but so good! And their service is very nice. I love the Raden decorations on the wall!

Delivering good, authentic Korean food on the Westside. I think overall it's pretty good, I'll probably go here again but if we are comparing it to ktown then it's 3 stars. Everything is very tasty and soups are piping hot. High quality food and thoughtfully plated with a nice ambience. Restaurant is small, fills up quickly but service is fast and wait staff is very attentive.

This place is spacious and nice! Big problem was the service. We asked for vegetarian bibimbap. Server explained to us that kimchi sauce will have fish and asked if we need vegetarian (no fish) sauce. We said no fish sauce. But they brought up the vegetarian bibimbap with kimchi fish sauce. When we told them, they brought a replacement but it took another 20-30” so we ended up missing our next appointment.

Went with my partner earlier tonight, it was little crowded but we got a seat like after 5-10mins check in. The environment was good, food was good, the server were good as well. The only one thing was, we ordered the food, and I was finishing my food and my partner still waiting for his food. No one came check, it was like 20-30mins later we asked the server and they went to check and the kitchen start to make the food. 🤦🏻‍♀️ overall was good, just me and my partner didn’t enjoy to eat at the same together. But they did took off little from the bill. Otherwise we would have giving 5 stars. The food was good. Also two things were out. .

JinCook is exactly what West LA needed--authentic Korean soul food without the trek to Koreatown! This is their 5th and newest location, and it's quickly become one of my go-to spots, especially since they're open late (up to midnight on Fridays and Saturdays)! Perfect for satisfying those late-night cravings. The manager, Kimberly, was super friendly and helpful, recommending some of their dishes. I started with the Garlic Soy Chicken and Korean Seafood Pancake, both of which were delicious. But my favorite was the Rose Tteokbokki-spicy, creamy, and packed with sausage, bacon, mozzarella, and a fried egg. I also tried their Army Stew (Budae Jjigae), which comes in an individual portion--a rarity since most places serve it in huge pots. The store is a casual and family friendly spot with big booths, perfect for groups.

I am glad that I found an authentic Korean place in Santa Monica. Jincook is a hidden jem. The food, service, and environment are nice for eating out with friends or family, or even alone. I tried Bibimbap, as well as the 4 sides that they offer, which were delicious. Definitely recommend trying Jincook.

Fantastic spot for authentic Korean food without having to drive to Los Angeles. I'm glad they FINALLY arrived in Santa Monica! It's a bit hidden from Wilshire on the lower level. Across the street from Centinela Feed & Pet Supplies and BOA and close to Bristol Farms LOVE how they give and refill banchan here! FOOD 4/5 Beef Bone Broth (Seolleongtang) Specialty Katsu selections were delish Don't forget to try their Hotteok! PARKING 5/5 Easy 2hr parking above restaurant or metered paid street packing SERVICE 4/5 Friendly service from all staff members from start to finish this was also including BOTH dining in a takeout