Another prime example of the freewheeling, genre-defying nature of LA’s restaurant scene is Yangban, a Korean-American spot in the Arts District. Run by husband-and-wife chefs Katianna and John Hong, who have worked at some of the finest Michelin starred restaurants in the States, their food is creative melting pot of influences from their upbringing and experience, and is never less than absolutely thrilling. It’s another menu where you’d do well to be in a big group as you’ll want to order all of it, but we’d definitely advise you not to miss the Golden Hokkaido Scallop Toast and the Wagyu Stuffed Perilla Leaf from the starters – we also tried the acorn beignet but wasn’t such a fan of this. Definitely go for the banchan selection, little pots of ‘drinking snacks’ ranging from honey glazed carrots to kimchi. Then there’s the excellent Sujebi Dumplings with white kimchi buerre blanc, poached ocean trout, and trout roe; the Tteok with king trumpet and shimeji mushrooms, doenjang cream, and preserved black truffle; and the must-order signature Yangban wings with cucumber and Korean radish pickles, kimchi hot sauce, and black rice. There’s much much more to try too, so definitely get this one on your hitlist.