Best Happy Hour Hotspots Restaurants in Koreatown
8 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Love Hour
Customizable smashburger stacks with crispy, non-greasy execution
Notable Picks
#1
Love Hour
8.1
This smashburger specialist lets customers stack patties to any height (someone's done ten) with crispy edges, gooey cheese, and housemade Love sauce. The bar setting includes natural wine and craft beer alongside seasoned fries tossed in flavors like garlic-parmesan and BBQ.
Must-Try Dishes:
Double Smashburger with Love Sauce, Garlic-Parmesan Fries, Crispy Hot Honey Chicken Sandwich
What Makes it Special: Customizable smashburger stacks with crispy, non-greasy execution
Worthy Picks
7.9
This late-night gastropub fuses Louisiana Cajun seafood with Korean bar food in a vibrant patio setting. Dollar-fifty oysters available all day draw the after-work crowd, while Louisiana-style boils featuring shrimp, clams, and crab legs get the Korean treatment with gochujang-tinged preparations alongside mentaiko pasta and Korean fried chicken.
Must-Try Dishes:
Cajun Seafood Boil, Mentaiko Pasta, Daily Oysters ($1.50 each)
What Makes it Special: Rare Korean-Cajun fusion with all-day dollar-fifty oysters and big patio energy
#3
Honey Night
7.9
A lively Korean gastropub in Oxford Center Plaza serving elevated anju until 2am with creative fusion touches. The galbi-glazed fried chicken with rice cakes and spicy intestines with garlic showcase bold flavors, while the late hours and soju cocktails draw a stylish post-dinner crowd seeking shareable late-night bites.
Must-Try Dishes:
Galbi Sauce Fried Chicken, Large Intestines with Garlic, Sausage Rice Cake Skewers
What Makes it Special: Stylish late-night pocha with creative Korean pub fare and sunset views
#4
Laces
7.9
Laces offers a lively sports bar experience paired with New American comfort food and craft cocktails. Chef James Seok's seasonal menu and an array of beers create a buzzy hub for game days and casual gatherings. The modern two-level space delivers energetic vibes, screens galore, and inventive takes on bar bites and burgers in Koreatown.
Must-Try Dishes:
Kimchi Grilled Cheese, The Laces Burger, Soju Mule
What Makes it Special: Inventive sports bar bites made by a chef-owner.
#5
The Prince
7.8
Historic 1927 bar and restaurant famous for Korean-style deep-fried chicken served in a stunning antique setting with red velvet booths and vintage lighting. The wings and whole fried chicken pair perfectly with cold beer and soju during happy hour, drawing crowds who appreciate both the cinematic atmosphere—it's been featured in Chinatown and New Girl—and the satisfying chimaek experience in an old-Hollywood environment.
Must-Try Dishes:
Fried Chicken Wings, Tong Dak (Whole Fried Chicken), Spicy Chicken
What Makes it Special: Nearly century-old bar with Hollywood history serving Korean bar food
7.8
Modern gastropub serving Korean drinking food with contemporary flair until 2am. The menu balances traditional anju classics with creative interpretations, drawing locals who appreciate the late hours, craft cocktails, and more polished presentation than typical pojangmacha spots.
Must-Try Dishes:
Korean Fried Chicken, Spicy Seafood Noodles, Corn Cheese
What Makes it Special: Contemporary Korean gastropub with elevated anju and craft cocktails
#7
Louders
7.8
This vibrant Korean pub pulses with K-pop energy and serves excellent Korean fried chicken alongside creative fusion dishes like kimchi carbonara. The wings arrive piping hot with 13 flavor options, from honey nutty butter to lemon jalapeño, making it a solid late-night choice though service can be inconsistent during peak hours.
Must-Try Dishes:
Korean Fried Wings, Spicy Chicken Booldak, Kimchi Udon Carbonara
What Makes it Special: Korean pub atmosphere with 13 chicken wing flavors and fusion menu
7.7
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Happy Hour Hotspots
Reopened in 2024 after transitioning from Kopan Ramen, this izakaya serves fresh sushi alongside their original ramen offerings. Standout dishes include king crab bites, yellowtail jalapeño sashimi, and weekend bento specials that deliver solid value. The relaxed atmosphere and attentive service create a welcoming environment for casual Japanese dining in Madang Mall.
Must-Try Dishes:
King Crab Bites, Yellowtail Jalapeño, Weekend Bento Specials
What Makes it Special: Korean-owned izakaya blending ramen expertise with expanded sushi and small plates