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Baroo
Master Critic Review
Baroo
8.3
Husband-wife team Kwang Uh and Mina Park run this Michelin Guide-recognized Korean tasting menu spot in a sleek Arts District loft. The six-course menu borrows from homestyle Korean bansang traditions with fermentation-forward dishes and offers both meat and vegetarian options at $125 per person.
Must-Try Dishes:
Soy-Braised Wild Black Cod, Beef Short Rib Ssam, Makgeolli Bread
Scores:
Value: 8
Service: 8.2
Consistency: 8.4
Food Quality: 8.9
Atmosphere: 7.9
Cultural Relevance: 8.5
What makes it special: Relaxed tasting menu format with fermentation-forward Korean cuisine
Who should go: Adventurous diners seeking modern Korean fine dining
When to visit: Tuesday through Saturday evenings, book weeks ahead
What to order: Choose protein or vegetarian tasting menu with wine pairing
Insider tip: Park in the Garey Building garage for validation
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Validated parking at Garey Building garage (entrance on Garey St). Street parking very limited - arrive early if attempting
Dress code: Smart casual - dark jeans acceptable but lean dressy. Think date night, not athleisure
Noise level: Intimate and conversational - perfect for actually hearing your dining partner
Weekend wait: Reservation required - book 3-4 weeks ahead for Fri/Sat
Weekday lunch: Dinner only (no lunch service)
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes - dedicated vegetarian tasting menu ($125, equal attention to meat version)
Vegan options: Possible with advance notice - fermentation focus works in your favor, call ahead
Gluten-free options: Challenging but accommodating - notify when booking, though some dishes may be modified
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Excellent choice if you're both food-curious. The six-course format gives you 2+ hours to connect, and unique flavors provide natural conversation starters. Just confirm they're adventurous eaters first - fermentation-forward means funky, not safe
Can I get a table without a reservation? No walk-ins accepted - this is tasting menu only, booked solid weeks in advance. Check their website Tuesday mornings when new reservations drop, or try Resy alerts for cancellations
Is it kid-friendly? Not recommended under age 12. The 2+ hour tasting format and adventurous flavors don't align with most kids' patience or palates. No kids menu available
Best For
Better for: Intimate fine dining without the stuffiness - Korean fermentation techniques you won't find elsewhere in LA, plus the husband-wife team creates genuine hospitality. Vegetarians get equal treatment to meat eaters
Skip if: You want quick Korean food, need flexibility to order à la carte, or prefer traditional fine dining formality. For casual Korean, hit Quarters or Sun Ha Jang instead