Pocha 32

We loved this place so much that we came twice during our trip to NYC. The food is absolutely incredible—super flavorful, delicious, and served unbelievably fast. It’s hands down the best Korean food I’ve ever tried! The ambiance is lively and fun, with a youthful crowd that adds to the energy. On our second visit, we arrived after midnight without a reservation and had to wait on the stairs, so I highly recommend booking in advance to avoid the wait.

I enjoy going to pocha because they stay open late. They're famous for their fruit soju, with flavors like watermelon, pineapple, and honeydew, which I find quite good. After a late night, I often come here for their seafood stew, which includes ramen, mushrooms, spam, and kimchi--it's really comforting. The eel and pig's trotter are also excellent, while the seafood pancake, though tasty, can be a bit too oily for my liking. It can get busy during peak dinner hours, so there might be a wait. The prices are reasonable, and a fun touch is that you can grab a marker to write or draw on the walls to leave a memory.

Came here the other night for a quick dinner before a comedy show, and I will say the vibe always hits at this place. The pub-feel and music are always great though a tiny bit loud at times. The food is good and we have some reliable favorites - the corn cheese, fried dumplings, BBQ meat - though I would say it's slightly above average. The soju is definitely a draw here - watermelon, melon, and pineapple and these are always great - sometimes maybe a bit too strong. All in all, a good place to pop in for a quick bite but if you're looking for fancy food in K-town or another Korean BBQ experience would obviously go elsewhere.

Celebrated a birthday for my friend here and everyone was exceptional. The servers were attentive and our food was served promptly upon ordering. We had problem deciding what to order initially so we kept asking for more time, and they were very kind to wait for us. They were able to accommodate one of my friends who had a shellfish allergy for the rice cakes by not adding in fish cakes. And they also gave us a candle and played the birthday song for my friend. Vibes and atmosphere was great! Gratuity is already added on the receipt with extra tip on the bottom. I tipped extra for the great experience.

We came only for the drinks!! We were just walking around and we found this spot… and we LOVED IT!! We came 2 in our staying in NY because it was so good!! We try all of them and our favorite was the Melon!! And watermelon!!! This place is great for some drinks and a fun time with friends

Chicken soy garlic wings was GOOD!!! Its crispy and tender The water melon soju was mostly ice and not a lot of soju in it definitely The soup was decent and comforting and not really spicy however it is definitely not enough for 4people.

We eat in Pocha and they gave us a super tiny table for 2 people that can only squeeze in 1-2 dishes. And the make server there is really really really mean 😅

Perfect spot for food and drinks with a young group, there was no wait at around 7pm on a Saturday with a group of 5. Atmosphere is on the louder side with the crowded space and music, which we liked but not best for younger kids. Watermelon soju was yummy but not strong like other reviews have said, so order more drinks than that if you want to feel anything! Worth it for the fun sharing experience though. We also ordered the korean fried rice, rice cakes, seafood pancake, and bulgogi bbq, which were all actually really good! Could not choose a favorite and would definitely come back

The ambience reminds you of a fisherman's shop. Getting seated was very quick and the staff is very attentive. I would have appreciated some banchan (side dishes) to build up an appetite before deciding what to order but there wasn't any that was complimentary. I had the chance to order the squid soondae, seafood pancake and melon soju. Seafood pancake had a generous amount of shrimp and squid. Squid soondae was offered as a whole squid and our waiter gave us a complimentally rice ball which was nice. Overall, it was a positive experience and I would suggest bringing a sharpie to leave small memories in their walls.

Food: This is probably my least favorite restaurant in Ktown. I was excited to try this place after hearing how popular it is and how difficult it can be to get a table sometimes. We ordered the seafood pancake and budae jeongol. The seafood pancake seemed very undercooked, and the texture was like raw batter and grainy. I was very disappointed in this dish. The budae jeongol was very average and definitely not as good as other places in NYC. The broth wasn't as flavorful as others, and it overall wasn't as satisfying as this dish usually is. Service: Service was also average. They come to take your order and bring you your food but don't check on you after that. Ambiance: The place is dark with loud music. They have tables to accommodate both small and large groups. Overall, I wouldn't recommend this place and don't plan to return.

Pocha 32 offers a grungy, small space that somehow adds to the eclectic and exciting vibe of the meal. The atmosphere is energetic and full of character, making it feel like a true hidden gem. Make a reservation--seriously, this spot is wildly popular, and without one, getting a table is almost impossible. The food was definitely the highlight. The watermelon drink is a must-order--refreshing, fun, and perfect for sharing. The pork belly stir fry was absolutely incredible, with just the right amount of spice. The BBQ Korean beef, on the other hand, was fine but felt pretty standard compared to the other dishes. One thing to note: we went around 10 PM, and the space was SO loud. It was nearly impossible to hold a conversation, so keep that in mind if you're planning a visit.

We stumbled upon Pocha 32 for a late night 4th meal following a night of karaoke and it hit the spot! The restaurant has a large open seating which is great for groups. We had a group of 6 and they had no problem accommodating us for a late meal. We ordered the kimchi fried rice, loaded French fries, soy garlic wings and spicy wings and everything was so good! They had good vibes too with good music playing in the background. Pocha 32 has us rethinking our usual Korean fried chicken spot so that's a good sign! We'll definitely be back!

This spot is definitely one of the most happening. The stairwell was packed when we arrived for 6:15 and left at 8:30p on a Friday. We got a reservation for three people about five days before. Mostly young women in the restaurant, interestingly, and definitely a spot for groups. It's quite loud, but the mood is chipper and fun. The menu is pretty straightforward - you can't go wrong. (Though our waiter dissuaded us from getting the wings. He said they would be too hot for us. I guess we'll never know.) We loved the seafood jungol and jeon. Portions are generous. Obviously, you should get the watermelon soju drink, if anything for the pictures. Sometimes the line for the bathroom starts extending into the main space, which is awkward. If you wish, walk to the back for the second bathroom, which is designated as a women's bathroom. That will keep the line moving! Fun time.

I enjoy going to pocha because they stay open late. They're famous for their fruit soju, with flavors like watermelon, pineapple, and honeydew, which I find quite good. After a late night, I often come here for their seafood stew, which includes ramen, mushrooms, spam, and kimchi--it's really comforting. The eel and pig's trotter are also excellent, while the seafood pancake, though tasty, can be a bit too oily for my liking. It can get busy during peak dinner hours, so there might be a wait. The prices are reasonable, and a fun touch is that you can grab a marker to write or draw on the walls to leave a memory.

My friend recommended we visit Pocha 32 to try the viral watermelon soju. We were able to be seated without any wait when we arrived early evening. The watermelon soju came in half watermelon, it was refreshing with a little kick to it. It was delicious, loved it! However, the food was just ok, the only dishes I can say I liked was the bbq beef and kimchi fried rice. I was really excited for Korean fried chicken but it was not k fried chicken, we ordered the garlic soy but it was pretty bland and not crispy at all. If I could go back, I would get the watermelon soju and two orders of the bbq beef.

Come for the netted ceiling, flashing lights for your birthday and fun fruit drinks. The Soju is probably the most eye catching in the different fruit serving vessels. They give bowls to ladle it into. The green honeydew is served with a creamy melon ice pop that intensifies the flavor. These are sweet and delicious. The bulgogi is served with a generous portion for sharing. Staff is always very friendly. The location is small and they now take reservations. We walked in and were immediately seated on a Tuesday night. I'd call ahead for a weekend spot!

Like many neighborhoods in NYC, the stretch of 32nd St in Manhattan's KTown (#1) has changed so much over the years that it's morphed from a nightlife haven to a bonafide tourist hub. However, it's places like Pocha 32 that represent a different time and is a keen reminder that maybe some things remain the same. This place is a source of nostalgia for yours truly, a place I've spent many lunches and late nights, feasting and drinking with the best. The iconic orange hanging banner, the narrow walk up to the 2nd floor still thrilled me today. It's not everyone's cup of tea: it's dingy, cramped, and the bathrooms are unsightly. The interior is intimate and dimly lit, with polaroid photo walls and net draped ceilings filled with soju caps. There is usually some kind of Korean music playing in the background and groups of folks sitting down and enjoying drinks and food all in harmony. Their most famous dish here is probably budaejigae (#2) and Pocha 32 was my first foray into what has become of my favorite dishes in the cuisine. I've sampled so many, but their version is one I think about all the time. The hot pot (jungol) version was the perfect meal during the cold winter nights and the culmination of hot dogs, cheese, instant noodles, rice cakes, spam, with a helping of cabbage, zucchini topped off with spinach was a satisfying, hearty meal and the one of the best hangover cures. The additional helpings of fried mandoo dumplings, cheese griddled corn, and their haemool pajun seafood pancake made our meals extra filling. I never completely understood why their pancake was loaded with mushrooms and bell peppers, which was really a tad too extra. I never felt strongly enough about the wings or the tableside grilled meats, but they were always a fun addition. Watermelon soju also was a big part of their fame. The novelty of a carved out watermelon filled with ice and soju made drunken nights that much more intoxicating. I thought the gimmick was a good one, even if I've never really felt much from it. Nowadays, melon soju as well as pineapple have become a heavy part of their drinking rotation. Service here was always a crapshoot since pub culture in NY is so intense, I felt the staff was never able to relax. Whether it was waiting to be seated or simply waiting for the food, it was always going to be an interesting experience. Generally speaking, the larger the group, the longer the wait. In many ways, I feel like I grew up here. I really hope it sticks around longer, so that a new generation of K-Town fiends can also make it their home. Perhaps in due time, I'll be able to return with an army of friends, indulging over a large cauldron of budaejigae before finishing it all off with a ripe, sweet watermelon soju as we fade into the night. __________ (#1) "Korea Way?" Maybe for tourists. (#2) Army stew. You want this.

Very busy (took a while to get in despite the reservations)... but once we got in it was worth it. Went for late night food after a broadway show. Got the Watermelon and pineapple soju based on a big recommendation from a friend (yum) and also Korean bbq beef and Pork stir fry.

A fun spot tucked into the heart of KTown -- has all the Korean bar food classics. The wait time takes a while, especially with a larger group. The space itself is also packed to the brim, so expect to be a bit cramped. That being said, the vibes here are SO fun and the food and drinks and delicious -- Corn Cheese was the star of the show and the Watermelon Soju was so refreshing and fun to share.

I've been wanting to try this spot for forever and am so glad I did! It's on the 2nd floor and is a nice gem hidden in K-town. It's a cool take on Korean food and doesn't serve the traditional dishes I've had at other Korean restaurants. The ambiance is super upbeat and the staff was very friendly and provided great service. We ate as a group (3 of us) and the serving size was fairly generous for each dish. Prices were decent considering Korean food is usually on the pricier side. We grabbed the BBQ Webfoot Octopus to share and I grabbed the popular Squid Soondae for my entree. The Webfoot Octopus was so delicious and well seasoned. It wasn't chewy and packed such flavor. What I loved was that it didn't have the seafood smell. My friends and I enjoyed it immensely! The Squid Soondae was interesting, in a good way. Squid stuffed with pork belly sounds strange but it works! It was so delicious and the perfect level of spice. I paired it with a bowl of white rice and I was stuffed just a few bites in. I highly recommend trying this dish!! Overall, this is a solid spot with delicious food! I recommend stopping in if you're in the neighborhood and craving something yummy.

It's alright. A lot of seating for a small table & space. There's a possibility of having your back against another. Kinda pricey especially the fruit sojus, it doesn't compensate much for the juice & soju ratio. Sharing is the best for those. As, for the sevice it can be a hit & miss. Few servers were nice, while the one we had was just there to work kinda felt unwelcoming. Okay place for pre-game, their music was kinda not it with the atmosphere, one of my friend said it sounds like those intro music for vlogs.

I try to rate solely based on the food and drinks but will give a wholistic experience of this place. The waitlist system might be hit or miss as it's not something you can track and people may be able to be slotted in ahead of you in the electronic queue, just take that with a grain of salt. The place itself is also very cramped and not the most aesthetically pleasing. It's a tight fit, very loud setting, and not the classiest place. Still, the soju here is what I'll be highlighting and what I highly recommend. Our table got the yogurt soju and the famous watermelon soju. In my opinion, you can go here just for the watermelon soju and it is FIRE. An absolute 9/10 for sure, a $38 price tag for a huge watermelon with so much soju to go around makes it SO WORTH IT. The soju and watermelon ratio was balanced nicely, making it easy to drink and keep going. You get a nice drunk out of it and it won't slam you back home so you can enjoy the rest of the night. Perfect pregame item. Yogurt soju was not bad either but I've definitely had way better for better value as well. You can pass this. The food was pretty meh to be honest. I'd give the food items a 3* and would highly suggest passing it if you could, but being drunk does make you hungry. We got the rice cake, japchae, and dumplings and all were below average in my opinion. If you're gonna order a dish, do the squid dishes as that might be what they're better known for. Overall, watermelon hype is legit. Come here for watermelon. Pass everything else, there's so many better good food options around. Giving this place a 4* just because the watermelon soju is really that worthwhile.

Came here with a bunch of friends on a Thursday evening to get some drinks after dinner. It's definitely less crowded on week nights (minus Friday) so you'll be able to get a table within 5-10 mins. Their drinks are pretty average and have a lot of soju flavors if that's something you're interested in. The decorations are nice but the tables are a bit small and crowded. Something to keep in mind when visiting.

Perfect spot for food and drinks. We ordered the BBQ squid soondae , BBQ beef , Corn cheese and pork kimchi soup, which were all actually really good! Would definitely come back.

The entrance to this place feels a bit like going to a speakeasy. Once you open the door, you're greeted to a narrow hallway. Then you open another door that leads you to the main seating area which gives off a vibrant atmosphere. The Christmas lights give off a soft ambient glow. It's perfect for a night out with friends. Our server was so nice, and they checked up on us to give us more napkins after noticing we used ours up. I enjoyed the Boodae Jungol, but the fire went out quicker than I expected. The pineapple soju was pretty good, but it wasn't a lot. The price was a bit more than I'm used to for what you're getting, but I'm a bit biased because I grew up in LA where I ate at the K-town there enough to know it shouldn't have to cost as much as it did. I've gone a few times in the past, and will probably go back here because it gives me a little taste of home.

Going to be so real-- meant to go to Itaewon Pocha and accidentally went here instead. Either way, here's the review! Split some sort of frozen peach cocktail that was kind of watery and didn't really taste of alcohol at all. My favorite was the cheese corn that comes on a skillet (pictured). Practically every table had it and I couldn't stop picking at it. Everything else was okay, probably wouldn't go back personally but had a good mix of bar food apps and traditional korean entrees.

I had so much fun here with my friends! It was friday night but we were able to get seated right away for 7 ppl. I highly recommend their watermelon and banana milk soju! Plus their metal tables and bowls are so fun. Feels like you're in South korea

Definitely try the watermelon soju, veggie japchae, kimchi pancakes, bbq chicken & spicy cheesy chicken. The place is buzzy & compact. Service is fast. 10% discount if you pay cash.

Pocha 32 is a great weekend hangout for small groups! We went for the viral soju watermelon of course. It tasted a bit weak to us at first, but it was stronger than we thought! The vibe was dim and lively, and we waited about 30 minutes on a Friday night.This was my first time at any pocha in ktown, so next time I'll be sure to try the honeydew melon soju.

One of my favorite spots in koreatown! It's the perfect dinner spot before a night out. They have great drink options (always love soju and beer combo) and delicious food options. We gobbled up the fried chicken with the crispiest fries. The beef was definitely great quality in the beef over rice and was perfect with the flavors coming from the egg. The Boodae jungle was also delicious and perfect to share with 3-4 people. The restaurant is also adorable and cozy decor and the staff was very efficient and proactive.

I've come here a few times in ktown because they have the watermelon soju cocktail that they serve you with a half of a watermelon. Expect to wait a while for a table if you're going during prime hours, especially in the weekends. The drinks are fun and the bar has fun vibes, but I don't think I would go back after the last time because the servers were rushing me and my friends the entire time we were there. I couldn't even enjoy my time because each time before we could even finish our food or drinks the servers would come by and rush to take our dishes which was very off putting for me.

The vibes are great. There is a line to get in on a Friday night. Really just came here for the watermelon soju and ended up just getting that. The watermelon hides a great deal of the soju and makes it so easy to drink. Perfect to share with a small group on a summer night out.

fun experience! this was located on the second floor and the interior was dark and lit up with string lights. they also had fish netting around the roof where people hung their soju caps, which was fun. just got a couple of cocktails here. the soju margarita and soju mojito. margarita was quite strong but had great flavor! mojitos alcohol flavor was a big more masked up, and it was sweet! vibes were fun and loved the ambiance

Always a fun time at Pocha 32! It's casual, crowded, with plenty of larger tables for groups. As soon as you enter it feels like you're almost transported to raucous night out in Seoul. Be sure to order one of their big fruit cocktails if you're more than 2-3 people. The watermelon soju is a classic, served straight out of an actual watermelon. So delicious it doesn't feel like you're drinking alcohol! The food is hearty Korean fare - their army stew is the go-to signature dish, and the fried rice is pretty amazing as well. Love that tip is automatically included for larger groups, although you can get a 10% cash discount (there is an ATM onsite).

Deep in the heart of K-Town, there exists one of the most iconic Korean pubs in NYC. Upon entry, you are greeted by an intentionally divey ambience - with dim lighting and fish nets hanging from the ceiling. But don't be fooled by the divey aesthetic - the food and drinks are well worth it. The menu appears to be a bit pricey at the beginning, but the portions are large and the food is delicious. I appreciate that there are a number of vegetarian options at an otherwise traditionally korean restaurant (which, around the rest of k-town, I've found to mean meat-centric). My favorite dish at Pocha 32 is the cheese corn. It's exactly how it sounds - it's hot corn kernels, topped with bubbling melted cheese - terrible for the diet, but great for the tastebuds and the soul. I also enjoy the variety of jeon (pancakes) they offer - I have really enjoyed the traditional pa jeon, and the garlic and scallion jeon in the past - the jeon are large, filling, and full of flavor. Another recommendation is the king oyster mushroom dish, which also comes with pieces of Mochi mixed in. I also appreciate that at least half of the ban chan are veg-friendly. If you are in the mood to let loose, Pocha 32 has some really fun drink options - they have three different flavors of drinks served in a plastic bag with an LED ice cube inside - it's flashy and fun (but not the best option if you have sensitivity to flashing lights). For those who want to forego the liquor, these drinks also come without alcohol, although for the same price. My favorite is the watermelon juice. My only complaint is that sometimes the drinks taste like the plastic that the bag is made of. However, as testament to the good service at the restaurant, when I pointed this out to the staff, they replaced my drink, making sure to wash out the bag before filling it with my new drink. I've been coming to Pocha 32 for years. It's a k-town institution, and has always been relatively full whenever I've gone, although never so crowded that I had to wait for a table. If you're down for a fun night of good food and drinks, I recommend Pocha 32.

Not too bad. We came on a Monday night at 5:30. Server was quite attentive to us and the food tasted great. We got the buddae jiggae, extra spicy chicken gizzard and watermelon soju. LOVED the buddae jiggae and chicken gizzard. The watermelon soju was ok, tasted very diluted and essentially was juice. Apparently itaewon pocha is owned by the same owner but has a more pub feeling to it if that's what you prefer. It is 10% off if you pay in cash and they recommend paying for tip in cash but it's honestly fine to pay in card if that's what you used. Overall, I enjoyed my experience. Update: If I could give a negative review, I WOULD. Pocha 32 on Friday is the worst experience. Their waitlist was simply a scam. Random people kept skipping in front of us and yet we kept getting pushed back. We waited 2 hours on line just for randos that just got here to be in front of us. They only allowed the meekest person amongst us to go up to talk to the host and so we kept getting ignored. Clearly they don't care for their customers. Whatever positive feelings I had towards this place dissipated quickly. Will spend this money in other ktown stores, will not be wasting my money at this place, they clearly don't deserve it.

Located in K town, I wasn't sure what to expect. But I went on a Wednesday night and it got so busy throughout the night. This place seems like a popular spot for after work. I got one of the Bubble drinks and highly recommend! I didn't know the bubble would be as big as it was and that it was part of the pre station. My drink tasted like a mango smoothie and it was great. But everything here was kind of expensive for what it is. Not many cocktail options either. It's very divey inside. A good amount of tables and there's lights inside.

Great service and great food for drinking soju. Very chill and the play the latest Korean music!

Cool spot for some late night drinks and food! My friends and I (party of 7) waited 10 minutes to be seated on a Friday night. Great food to share with a multiple people, and a good ambiance to set the mood for the night. Service was good, and prices are reasonable.

Decided to come here after seeing pictures of the watermelon soju. We went on a weekday in the late evening and managed to go in without a wait. Inside is a vibe with soju bottle caps lining the ceiling and a cool atmosphere. Service was quick to get us settled and bring out our orders. To start off we ordered some food. The portion sizes here are definitely more for sharing. We made the mistake of trying to split 3 orders among 2 people and it was definitely a struggle. First was the Seafood Jeon. As soon we saw the size, we knew we realized our mistake. It was solid with plenty of seafood, although a little heavy on the batter side. It was incredibly filling but we still had 2 more dishes to go. Next was the stir fried porkbelly. It was a mix of saucy and spicy. I'd been craving porkbelly and rice cakes, which this had. Overall, it was good. Maybe a little bit on the salty side, but just the right amount of spice to it. I do wish there was more pork to it, as I felt we finished the meat a little quicker than expected. We made the smarter choice of ordering the 5 piece Korean Fried Chicken. It was as you'd expect for fried chicken. Very crunchy and juicy on the inside. You'll be satisfied if you order this. To drink, we had the watermelon soju. This too was larger than we thought and we counted 10 ladle scoops in ours. By the end, we were definitely feeling it. But, it was simple and delicious. To be honest, I'd come back just to experience this or one of the other fruit soju offerings. Maybe with more friends to help clean up the plates. Overall, I recommend checking out Pocha 32. Bring cash, as there is an extra charge for using your credit card.

Great and fun environment. Yummy food. Try the stuff squid with watermelon soju! Staff was welcoming and fun

Food: 2/5 Drinks: 4/5 Service: 5/5 Ambiance: 5/5 Highly recommend the drinks over the food. The food can be a little pricey for the portion of the items. The food is also not the best tasting you can find in a pocha/ bar. The corn cheese was probably the worst one we had. This was extremely sweet from all the other corn cheeses we had before. The stuffed squid was on the tough side. We tried both the melon and watermelon soju on different occasions. The melon is creamy compared to the watermelon which that is a mixture of sprite + watermelon + soju. Both were amazing, but the 4/5 rating is due to the fact that the soju mixture does not have a consistent taste even after mixing (we were also drinking it fast too). Service is good, they are extremely busy at night. We did have to join the waitlist and wait, but it was about a 5-10 minute wait. Once seated, we had our orders taken. With how busy they were they were still able to answer to our calls. They have a ceiling with hanging soju caps which was cool. They also provide customers with paint markers to graffiti on it. Their seating setup is similar to what you would find in Korea.

Tried the seafood jeon and it was extremely good. Pocha 32 definitely seems like more of a place to pop in with friends a catch up over drinks. But I'd highly recommend the seafood jeon while you're at it. The dish was super flavorful overall and the perfect meal to split between two.

Went on a slow night so service was attentive. Great spot for catching up over reasonably priced food and drinks. Fantastic budaejigae and pajeon

Pocha 32 has some great vibes, despite being on the second floor of a building! There drawings scrawled all over the walls, the ceiling covered in soju caps, and the metal tables are very reminiscent of korea. We just came to grab drinks on a Monday evening, and there was no wait around 10pm. The watermelon is $40, but could feed about 3-4 people 2 rounds of drinks, so it's pretty decent! It tasted pretty good (and I don't normally like soju cocktails), and the watermelon shell is so cute! I didn't try the food but they seem like great drinking pairings.

Funny enough, as rowdy and crazy as it can get, this spot proved to be the best one for some late night eats for my first date with my boyfriend, and the night was amazing! I think it made for a fun night full of a lot of playful and joyful energy and the best chicken I've had in a long time! I also ordered the melona drink and it was definitely interesting to say at the least but definitely had me drunk enough to almost confess my feelings on the first date LOL. The service is decent, the servers are great but the spot is quite crowded so it can be slow at times, but that's completely understandable. The music is great and I distinctly remembered they played I Am The Best- 2NE1, which was one of my favorite songs in middle school. Thanks for a great start to a great time in my life! :)

BRING CASH! There was a big difference in price between paying by card or cash. They have an atm inside, but there is a $1.50 service fee. What we ordered: Watermelon soju 9/10 - a showstopper, and a must order! Pineapple soju 10/10 - served in a whole, carved out pineapple. I liked the flavor of this one even more than the watermelon. Yogurt soju 9/10 - served in a glass, classic yakult flavor Kimchi fried rice 9/10 - great flavor, topped with an omelet. Budae Jigae 8/10 - great for sharing Corn cheese 7/10 The service was good, but the door man was kind of scary. The inside is pretty crowded and the table was a little small. Be prepared to cover your eyes and ears when they sing happy birthday, because the whole place flashes with light and blares a loud birthday song.

Pocha 32 is my all time favorite restaurant in Korea town. They have a wide variety on the menu and will make changes if you have allergies. If you come here on the weekend, I highly suggest you get a reservation. It can get very busy and it's best if you can come early. I LOVE the BBQ chicken and BBQ beef...it's so much better than having to wait for it to be cooked in front of you or cooking it yourself. I love that it comes with veggies in addition to the meat. The Korean pancakes are a must and there is a veggie, seafood, and kimchi option. I love how crunchy it is on the outside and somehow still tender in the middle. Gotta get the spicy pork, spicy squid, and the Army soup (especially if you are a fan of slow burn heat). The pineapple and watermelon soju is very good and worth the wait - love that it is served in the fruit. I really enjoy reading all the signatures all over the walls...I can really feel how much the customers love this place. My mouth is watering just writing this review. This is a great place to take friends who are visiting the city!

Good place for drinks and vibes. The place was almost full by the time I got there. The drinks came out fast and tasted good. Workers walk around and take orders often. We only got corn cheese and it was alright, the cheese wasn't very stringy. It's a soju bar so you know everything's going to be overpriced

I really liked the watermelon and pineapple bowls! But our wait for a party of 8 Took two hours. We were waiting patiently outside and it really took a long time to get us a table. The waiters were not the most accommodating but the service was quick. The wait time was not great though.

Good drinks, very unique, just very diluted. The place inside is a nice vibe to hang out with friends but the tables are a bit small so not ideal for big groups.

The service was quick!!! The food is good !!! Perfect spiciness for those that cannot take that much heat !!! The drink looks cute but not really that good !!! Will come back

Pocha is a great spot to hang out with friends or as a pair. They serve large portions, so it's wise to order accordingly. The service was okay, and dishes range from around $20 to $45, depending on what you order. The ambiance mimics a typical Korean comfort food stall.

Nothing hits the spot like a late night pocha with flowing soju and steaming dishes, and Pocha 32 does a great job with that and more. The decor was simultaneously simple yet efficient, especially with how packed the place gets. Given the crowds, the other tables are basically part of the backdrop, and rowdiness just adds to the atmosphere. Firstly, portion sizes are big, especially for alcohol. We managed to split a Watermelon and a Melon Soju between four people comfortably and have them last us the entire night, filling up with Corn Cheese and Boodae Jigae. I can't recommend any of these enough, but it's a Pocha. You probably already know what you're getting.

I had heard a lot about this place from friends who said it was a good spot to hang out in K-Town, so finally had to stop by. In the end, I think the Yelp community got the rating right here with the 3.5 star average though. The food was decent (not particularly good or bad) but kind of overpriced. The Beef Bibimbap ($18) was pretty standard. The Spicy Pork Rice ($16) was probably the best dish that was ordered, as the pork was nice and flavorful. The Seafood Jeon (Korean pancake) ($18) was kind of disappointing, as it was not as crispy as I would've liked and sort of fell apart when I ate it. The BBQ Beef ($29) was not worth the price as the beef was very average and it just came with some rather plain/ordinary veggies. Lastly, I had to try the famous watermelon soju for myself but given I wasn't with a particularly large group, I decided to just get a Watermelon Soju Pouch ($16). The drink was indeed quite good, as there was a tasty watermelon flavor. It wasn't overly strong either. They also had this cute flashing light in the pouch to make it a little more fun. The main thing to know about the environment is that it is quite loud - to the point where it can be hard to hear the person across the table if they are not full on shouting at you (even still it's hard to hear). Some people might like this kind of "lively" atmosphere, but it was a bit much for me. This volume level is partly due to the fact that the space is a bit cramped and crowded. They don't take reservations but we were able to get a table without any wait on a Saturday night. Note that they will ask you all for IDs either when you enter or when you are seated (sometimes even before you say you will be drinking). The staff are okay friendliness, and the service speed is decent. Overall, if you are okay with noisy environments, then Pocha 32 could be a decent spot for food/drinks, but otherwise, I think the mediocre and overpriced food might not be worth dealing with the noisiness.

The spicy Korean rice cake was average. I wish the marinade had some thickness and more flavor so it wouldn't feel a soup dish. The service was good and attentive. It's a hipster bar and interesting place. Till next time.

Yum, small joint though. More than one table is a 200$ minimum which is easy to hit. alternatively 8 people can squeeze ate one table and not have a minimum as well. Tteokbokki and japchae were super yum. bbq pork and beef nice tender and flavorful small portions lowkey. The sweet and spicy wings were soooo good. the stew was eh, wouldn't get again. on the pricier side for quality.