Soban Menu
Soban, a Korean restaurant located in Los Angeles, offers a delightful culinary experience with a focus on seafood dishes. With a cozy and welcoming ambiance, Soban is known for its top-notch service and attention to detail. Customers rave about the soy marinated raw crab, bursting with fresh flavors and delectable roe, as well as the generous portions of braised short rib and cod fish. The variety of banchan and the umami flavors in dishes like tofu bibimbap add to the overall quality of the dining experience. The restaurant also stands out for its friendly staff and prompt service, making it a must-visit spot for authentic Korean cuisine enthusiasts. Overall, Soban earns high praise for its delicious and well-prepared seafood offerings, creating a memorable dining experience for all who visit.
Pancake + Bibimbap
Seafood Tofu Pancake
Tofu, Shrimp, Squid, Egg, Carrot, Onion pieces (No Substitutions)
Bibimbap
Assorted vegetable banchan, Beef Bulgogi, Sunny-Side Up Egg, Kochujang Sauce on side, in a hot stone pot choice of white or purple rice can substitute for braised tofu
Braised Shortrib (Galbi Jjim)
Center-cut Bone-in Beef Shortribs, Carrot, Mu (Korean Radish), Jujubes, Rice Cake, Onion Choice of Original or Spicy
Ganjang Gejang (Soy Marinated Raw Crab)
Whole Korean Blue Crab - Soy, Onion, Scallions, Ginger, Jalapeno + Aromatics Leftovers are not allowed for this dish Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodbourne illness
Braised Black Cod
Black Cod, Kabocha, Potato, Mu (Korean Radish), Rice Cake, Tofu, Onion
Soban Signature Dishes
Protein
Bulgogi (Beef)
Soy-marinated Sliced Beef Ribeye, Onions, Scallions on a hot stone plate
Spicy Pork Bulgogi
Kochujang marinated sliced Pork, Onion, Scallions on a hot stone plate (medium spicy)
Kimchi Pork Bulgogi
Sauteed fermented Kimchi with Kochujang marinated sliced Pork, Onion, Scallions on a hot stone plate (Medium Spicy)
Fish + Small Beanpaste Stew
Pan-seared fish with a Small bowl of Korean Bean Paste stew Choice of: Yellow Croaker (whole), Cutlass Fish (pcs), Mackerel (whole, fileted in half), Atka Mackerel (whole, fileted in half)
Braised Mackerel
Mackerel, Mu (Korean Radish), Kimchi, Potato, Rice cake, Tofu, Kabocha, Onion
Braised Cutlassfish
Cutlassfish (belt fish), Potato, Mu (Korean Radish), Rice Cake, Tofu, Kabocha, Onion
Stir Fried Squid
Stir-Fried Squid Zucchini, Kabocha, Onion, Kochugaru (Korean Chili Flakes) Medium Spicy
Stir Fried Octopus
Zucchini, Onion, Scallions, Kochugaru (Korean Chili Powder) Medium Spicy
Seafood
Soups - Jjigaes + Tangs
Monkfish Tang (Stew)
Monkfish, Crab, Shrimp, Mussels, Shrimp, Mu (Korean Radish), Tofu, Onion, Soybean sprouts, in a hot stone pot -To share Spice level can be adjusted Can be made as a jiri (white soup - no spice)
Fish Roe Tang (Stew)
ish Roe Tang (Stew) Roe, Crab, Shrimp, Mussels, Shrimp, Mu (Korean Radish), Tofu, Onion, Soybean sprouts, in a hot stone pot -To share Spice level can be adjusted Can be made as a jiri (white soup - no spice
Kimchi Jjigae (Stew)
Tofu, Scallion Anchovy dashi, can not be removed Very Mild Spice
Doenjang Jjigae (Beanpaste Stew)
Beanpaste, Onions, Squash, Potato, Radish Anchovy dashi, can not be removed