Interested in checking out the newest restaurant and retail additions to Koreatown? From a traditional American spot to a Korean restaurant, read on for a list of the newest destinations to open for business in this part of Los Angeles.
The 8th Notch
3500 Wilshire Blvd., Floor 2
The 8th Notch is a traditional American spot that also features a beer and wine bar.
This new business offers a variety of traditional American dishes — from guacamole-topped nachos to spicy fried chicken sandwiches to hand-cut French fries.
The 8th Notch's current Yelp rating of 4.5 stars out of 45 reviews indicates positive attention from users.
Yelper Theodore V., who reviewed The 8th Notch on April 24, wrote, "I had a great time stopping by The 8th Notch and would highly recommend people to check it out! Great interior design, cool menu with interesting twists on things, everything being cooked from scratch and incredibly friendly service from everyone working there!"
Yelper B E X. added, "Their fried chicken sandwich may be the best one I've had in LA. It is big, juicy, spicy and bold. And their fries...holy moly. Obviously hand cut, crispy and perfectly seasoned with something that has a tiny hint of sweetness."
The 8th Notch is open from 11 a.m.–9 p.m. on Monday-Wednesday, 11 a.m.–midnight on Thursday-Saturday and noon–8 p.m. on Sunday.
Strikezon
3377 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 205-208
Strikezon is a sports bar, event space and batting cage.
This new business is a sports bar that features virtual baseball batting cages. The food menu features dishes like orange chicken nachos, chicken nuggets, bulgogi cheesesteak sandwiches and more. Customers may also book this venue as a space for parties and events.
Strikezon's current Yelp rating of 4.5 stars out of 29 reviews indicates positive attention from users.
Yelper Lucy L., who reviewed Strikezon on Jan. 27, wrote, "This place is amazing! It's so fun and the food is also delicious...I'm not a batter at all, but had so much fun."
Thea B. noted, "StrikeZon is awesome! They have the friendliest service! Everyone is so nice and they remember repeat customers, which always is a nice plus. They have beers and soju, and food that is bomb."
Strikezon is open from 1 p.m.–2 a.m. on Monday-Wednesday and 11 a.m.–2 a.m. on Thursday-Sunday.
Portionz
201 N. Western Ave.
Portionz is a Korean spot, offering seafood and more.
This new business serves up Korean and seafood dishes like its spicy pork bulgogi bowl, spicy steamed monkfish and udon noodles.
With a 4.5-star Yelp rating out of 11 reviews on Yelp, Portionz has been getting positive attention.
Yelper Ji S., who reviewed Portionz on April 28, wrote, "Excellent food! My favorite dish was octopus bibimbap with hot stone and the lobster combo."
Christine S. noted, "This restaurant is a five-star place! The pork cutlet was so soft and the sauce was good. The price was reasonable and the service was so good."
Portionz is open from 11 a.m.–10 p.m. daily.
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