Seemor
BROKEN MOUTH | Lee's Homestyle
718 S Los Angeles St, Los Angeles, CA 90014
· Asian fusion restaurant
· 4.9/5 Google (736 reviews)
Delivery · Takeout
Destination-worthy Hawaiian-Korean plates with generous portions and warm owner-led hospitality; order online ahead to avoid long waits and downtown parking hassles.
Restaurant Summary
Set inside a modern, communal food hall, this spot hums with warm owner-led hospitality and the scent of garlic butter shrimp. Diners call out the generous portions and a plate that travels well for two meals. "Order ahead or be ready to wait" sums up the rhythm, and while the hall can feel industrial, the welcome is genuinely kind. The cooking leans Hawaiian-Korean with meat jun ribeye, shell-on garlic shrimp, purple rice flecked with furikake, and bright cucumber kimchi. It is comfort food with a crisp edge: bold sauces, tender proteins, and sides that balance richness. Prices sit above takeout norms, but portions and care make it feel like a solid splurge without white tablecloths. For families, the menu has kid-friendly anchors like teriyaki chicken, purple rice, and spam musubi, plus a sweet brioche bread pudding. Adventurous kids may love the crispy shell-on shrimp; picky eaters can stick to chicken and rice. There is no dedicated kids menu, but portions share easily in the communal seating.
At a Glance
- Generous portions that often cover two meals
- Standout meat jun and garlic shrimp with bold flavors
- Friendly, hands-on owner enhances the experience
- Long waits without pre-order; online ordering is key
- Parking is difficult; DTLA food-hall ambiance is basic
- Creative/fusion menu - not traditional comfort food
What Sets It Apart
- Hawaiian-Korean meat jun specialty
- Purple rice with furikake
- Owner-led hospitality
What People Love
- That first bite of crisp, buttery shrimp
- Tender meat jun with addictive dipping sauce
- Purple rice that actually adds flavor
- Owner generosity like surprise drinks or musubi
- Plates that feel like two meals
Points of Concern
- Order-ahead strongly advised; walk-in waits of 30-90 minutes reported at peaks
- Downtown parking can be $6-$10 with limited street availability
- Food-hall setting is functional, not scenic; shared bathrooms can feel worn
- Fusion flavors run bold and sometimes saucy; conservative palates may prefer simpler choices
- Limited options for conservative palates or picky eaters
Service & Dining Experience
Service StyleCounter With Seating
Average Cost$32-42 per person
ReservationsNot required
What to Order
- Choose Meat Jun if you want the signature; pair with cucumber kimchi for balance
- Shrimp lovers: embrace shell-on for flavor, or request tools/napkins and peel
- Value play: split one plate lunch and add a spam musubi
Perfect For
- Casual lunch with bold flavors
- Takeout to enjoy nearby or at home
- Visitors seeking a unique Hawaiian-Korean plate
- Solo diners grabbing a quick, hearty meal
Location Insights
Area: Urban DTLA Fashion District edge near Little Tokyo; creative-industrial buildings with a modern food-hall vibe.
Safety: Mixed urban feel; busy by day, some reports of worn facilities and less pleasant bathrooms; standard DTLA caution after dark.
Nearby: Shared food hall with other eateries; metered street parking and nearby lots; offices, wholesale fashion shops, and residences nearby.
Practical Information
Opening Hours
Monday
Tuesday12:00–18:00
Wednesday12:00–18:00
Thursday12:00–18:00
Friday12:00–18:00
Saturday12:30–15:30, 16:00–18:00
Sunday
Available: Delivery, Takeout
View full analysis on Seemor →