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Perilla LA
Master Critic Review
Perilla LA
8.2
A courtyard banchan and lunch-plate spot from chef Jihee Kim, focused on vegetables, fermentation, and bright seasonal flavors. The menu is compact but thoughtful, and the outdoor seating makes it feel like a calm reset in the middle of Chinatown. Perfect for a lingering midday meal with a rotating lineup of sides.
Must-Try Dishes:
Dosirak lunch box combo, Seasonal banchan sampler, Perilla oil noodles (when available)
Scores:
Value: 8
Service: 7.6
Consistency: 7.9
Food Quality: 8.6
Atmosphere: 8.1
Cultural Relevance: 8.3
What makes it special: Banchan-first Korean lunches highlighting ferment and peak produce.
Who should go: Vegetable lovers and banchan obsessives.
When to visit: Sunny lunch hours midweek.
What to order: Dosirak box, banchan sampler, perilla noodles.
Insider tip: Grab extra packaged banchan to take home.