Seemor
Baroo
905 E 2nd St #109, Los Angeles, CA 90012
· Korean restaurant, American restaurant, New American restaurant
· 4.8/5 Google (411 reviews)
Reservations
Destination-level modern Korean tasting menu with superb service and thoughtful pairings; creative, fermentation-driven flavors wow most diners though portions and bold seasoning divide a minority.
Restaurant Summary
The room feels calm and intimate, the kind of Arts District spot where staff greet you warmly and guide you course by course. One guest summed it up: "Service felt polished from the custom menu to the final pour." Plating is elegant without fuss, and pairings—wine, sool, or non-alcoholic—tie the experience together. The cooking leans fermentation-forward modern Korean, favoring nuance over showiness. Expect thoughtful sauces, pristine seafood, and ssam courses that anchor the savory arc. Cod and scallop are frequent favorites, while desserts and a fried lobster course divide a few diners. If you enjoy creative tasting menus with storytelling, this is destination-worthy. Families do come for celebrations, and the team can adjust for pescatarians or offer a vegetarian path. That said, this is a tasting-driven, adult-leaning menu with assertive flavors; picky eaters may struggle. Kids who enjoy rice, mild seafood, or simple flavors may be fine, but there is no kids menu and portions are tasting-sized.
At a Glance
- Refined modern Korean tasting with exceptional seafood courses
- Pairings (wine/sool/NA) are smart and cohesive
- Portions can feel light for hearty appetites
- A few dishes read salty or dessert underwhelms
- Creative/fusion menu - not traditional comfort food
What Sets It Apart
- fermentation_centered_cuisine
- sool_pairing_program
- story_driven_tasting_menu
What People Love
- Emotionally resonant tasting arc with cohesive flavors
- Attentive, polished service that anticipates needs
- Memorable seafood like soy-braised cod
- Thoughtful non-alcoholic and sool pairings
Points of Concern
- Portions may feel modest; some diners left hungry
- Isolated report of stomach upset contrasted by overall positive cleanliness impressions
- Occasional notes of oversalting or flat dessert
- Expect high demand and potential seating delay even with reservations
- Limited options for conservative palates or picky eaters
Service & Dining Experience
Service StyleTable Service
Average Cost$125-150 per person
ReservationsRecommended
What to Order
- Choose the $125 tasting for the full arc; add a $15 starter if hungry
- Opt for sool pairing to match fermentation notes
- Seafood-leaning palates will get the most from this menu
Perfect For
- Special-occasion date night
- Food lovers into fermentation and pairings
- Small celebrations with refined service
- Out-of-towners seeking a unique LA tasting
Location Insights
Area: Trendy Arts District setting with creative studios, design-forward venues, and upscale dining drawing food-savvy locals.
Safety: Generally safe, well-trafficked in evenings; typical downtown vigilance advised.
Nearby: Surrounded by galleries, breweries, coffee bars; near residential lofts and creative offices.
Practical Information
Opening Hours
Monday
Tuesday17:30–21:00
Wednesday17:30–21:00
Thursday17:30–21:00
Friday17:30–21:00
Saturday17:30–21:00
Sunday
Available: Reservations
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