I'm a Korean American who grew up here in LA from the 70's when K-town was just the small Olympic Market on Olympic Blvd., and this just brings tears to my eyes - you sure have come a long way, baby! Thanks for showing the joy!
Oh my, i ADORE this video. The filming, the editing, the narration, the homey feel of it all. It's so nostalgic and warm. Also, the way you noted how all the signs are in Korean - that's one of my fav parts about visiting Koreatowns and ethnic enclaves here in the greater LA area, too. These neighborhoods truly feel like their own little world/country. 10/10 video 😁
I used to go to the HMS Bounty with my father years ago. At first we would go there to eat and get a booth. Eventually over time, got to know people who sat at the bar, so we ended up sitting with them. I even befriended someone who lived upstairs in the Gaylord Apartments. Great views up there. You really feel the history in that building. Excellent video. Thank you.
Of all the countries, I've been to Korea has the best food, it's fun, best safe, the people are kind, the public facilities are advance thechnology and comfortable, and it's a country I want to live in for of my life.
I've stayed in this part of LA at least a half dozen times, whenever I make a visit to go see my friends. For some reason, parts of K-Town looks very dense based on population. There is so much what this district has to offer but for me, I like it.
It's too much for me. I used to work Uber Eats down there on the weekends and the parking is horrendous. Also the area is 99% apartment buildings. Definitely not somewhere you live if you like quiet !!
Alexandria mall is indeed the busiest strip mall in KTown. forget parking. I always have to park in the middle of the street to run in to get my takeout.
The very first thing I look for when I dine in Asian restaurants is, to see if there are other Asians there dinning. If not, i know the food is garbage and the food/flavors are not catered to Asian flavor palette. Big red flag.
What's crazy about ethnic neighborhoods in USA is that the immigrants can still come here without knowing much English because the neighborhoods are built in the language of their motherland. Sometimes you just can't find that in other Western countries...
David Chang is an insufferable self-promoter. Not sure why he is still being listened to today. He is a Virginian with a bunch of restaurants in New York, but he is going to let you in on the secrets of LA? Koreatown has great food? Yeah, everyone saw that on The Bourdain show 10 years ago. If you live in LA, you’ve known this all your life. And, David Chang may currently live in LA, but he is no Angeleno. It’s a pit stop before he heads back to his natural habitat; the rude and coarse East Coast.
Facts, dont ask David Chang about Korean anything and stop making him your token Korean guide, he doesnt represent us. Hearing him speak I cant think of anyone who hates being Korean more than him. What a fairweather Korean. He regularly trashes Koreans and Korean culture I cant think of a more worse representative.
@@wasdwasdwasd Haha. I attended the same Culinary School as David Chang and the Chefs that had taught David, hated David. Having seen several programs that featured David shitting on his colleagues and blaming every imperfection on them, I am not surprised.
@@wasdwasdwasd Lazy self-promoter willing to exploit his Korean heritage by making pulled pork and promoting it as bossam. Loves money and fame more than dignity, respect, and accomplishment. Well, that's who are media promotes; a bunch of phonies. Support good local restaurants/chefs and boycott the corporate soulless chains and Hollywood chefs.
Other countries expect Americans to speak their language when visiting or moving to but, only in America can you set up mini hometown communities that services basically to that community and not speak a word of English. There are literally communities I would love to visit here in Virginia unfortunately I have to know at least 6 different dialects because no one integrates into their host countries anymore.
I'm a Korean American who grew up here in LA from the 70's when K-town was just the small Olympic Market on Olympic Blvd., and this just brings tears to my eyes - you sure have come a long way, baby! Thanks for showing the joy!
Vibe's got me nostalgic for a place I've never been to. Thanks.
The editing of this video is AWESOME!
“They deserve a raise”!!!
The sound design and mixing is way too good for this type of content-- There should be credits on this video or in the description!
@@bdecelianI totally agree I wish they gave credits!
Beautiful homage to an incredible part of Los Angeles and some great suggestions!
I love the shot of David walking out of one restaurant and into the bakery next-door. Lol That is SO David Chang and something that I would do!!
Oh my, i ADORE this video. The filming, the editing, the narration, the homey feel of it all. It's so nostalgic and warm. Also, the way you noted how all the signs are in Korean - that's one of my fav parts about visiting Koreatowns and ethnic enclaves here in the greater LA area, too. These neighborhoods truly feel like their own little world/country. 10/10 video 😁
0:37 cinematography and story telling… absolutely enthralling
Nice homage to K-Town, David! I’m not from Cali but have been to some good restaurants in Koreatown. I got some good tips for next time I’m in town!
I didn't know expedia made travel content on YT, great to see Chang
I've always thought Koreatown actually feels WAY more like a real Downtown than LA's actual Downtown does lol
love the vibe
I used to go to the HMS Bounty with my father years ago. At first we would go there to eat and get a booth. Eventually over time, got to know people who sat at the bar, so we ended up sitting with them. I even befriended someone who lived upstairs in the Gaylord Apartments. Great views up there. You really feel the history in that building.
Excellent video. Thank you.
Please make the travel guide videos again. I miss watching new ones
Beautifully shot
loving the local lens series :)
This video looks so modern and pretty like a Neflix movie 🎬
thanks mr chang i’ll have a visit soon
Verry intresting video, i'd liked to watch it :)) Cheers
Of all the countries, I've been to Korea has the best food, it's fun, best safe, the people are kind, the public facilities are advance thechnology and comfortable, and it's a country I want to live in for of my life.
The guy with his hair pulled back is.. . 🤤 ... Dreamy.. hii 🙋🏾♀️✨
I've stayed in this part of LA at least a half dozen times, whenever I make a visit to go see my friends. For some reason, parts of K-Town looks very dense based on population. There is so much what this district has to offer but for me, I like it.
It used the have the most populous zip code in the country, not sure if that's still the case
Back in the day the clubbing scene was awesome and the food after
K-Town is definitely making its mark on American pop culture.
Is that tripe ? Where he was dipping in that sauce 1:21
Ham Hung is legit. The chewiest noodles I've ever had in my life. It was so chewy that I gagged on a mouthful and ended up coughing it out.
What is the intro song?
my neighborhood, Ktown
What level is raw crab? I'm still trying to work up my courage for that.
4 many like cold noodles not really for the western palate
Anyonr know the song at 0:24
My town ❤
I hope you restart the travel guide videos.
Man, I used to watch Dumbfoundead's rap battles when I was younger lol. He's barely aged.
Video was already valid, but became more valid once Dumbfounded made an appearance 🙏
I strongly suggest movie called 'Murder Death Koreatown (MDK)' it's great.
bruh i actually searched the ad to rewatch it
K Town is the hottest night life in all of LA. Restaurants busy at midnight. People on the streets.
It's too much for me. I used to work Uber Eats down there on the weekends and the parking is horrendous. Also the area is 99% apartment buildings. Definitely not somewhere you live if you like quiet !!
Nah. Not hottest. Not “hottest.” Not “hottest”. /
Alexandria mall is indeed the busiest strip mall in KTown. forget parking. I always have to park in the middle of the street to run in to get my takeout.
dude it's called Bungeo-ppang, not Taiyaki. It's K-town...
The very first thing I look for when I dine in Asian restaurants is, to see if there are other Asians there dinning. If not, i know the food is garbage and the food/flavors are not catered to Asian flavor palette. Big red flag.
Not true. I’ve had some bad foods where only the locals ate.
Dude!! how dare you insult David Chang's NYC restaurants.
Dumbfoundead with the cameo 🙌🏽
I grew up in souther CA and ktown is awesome.
why did u subtitle him talking..
Dave grew-up in Virgina and lives in NYC. What does he know about LA Koreatown?... lol!
many ny Asians go to ktown nj it’s pretty similar but way bigger
Menus should also be in English
Ok…. next time! So true.
🙏🖤
The REALLY advanced level is soondae and chungookjang 😂
the really advanced stuff is illegal
1992 korean town riots. racial tension was soo intense. it's such a hard life.
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why would you bring up spaws and not mention 1
Reilly Gateway
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Wilkinson Way
342 McGlynn Garden
0:35
Wilkinson Hills
How do you talk about Koreatown and not go to Chapman Plaza literally the Mecca smh
Gottlieb Hill
En español
51102 Melisa Groves
Corkery Keys
We’re the fucking best. 😝
Kutch Alley
Green Elton John.
What's crazy about ethnic neighborhoods in USA is that the immigrants can still come here without knowing much English because the neighborhoods are built in the language of their motherland. Sometimes you just can't find that in other Western countries...
Nah. Not crazy. Not “crazy.” Not “crazy”. /
Black history month protection racket
Von Junction
Evan Crossing
Wow, dumbfoundead has appeared
Canal con bots
That guy needs to go on a diet.
David Chang is an insufferable self-promoter. Not sure why he is still being listened to today. He is a Virginian with a bunch of restaurants in New York, but he is going to let you in on the secrets of LA? Koreatown has great food? Yeah, everyone saw that on The Bourdain show 10 years ago. If you live in LA, you’ve known this all your life. And, David Chang may currently live in LA, but he is no Angeleno. It’s a pit stop before he heads back to his natural habitat; the rude and coarse East Coast.
Facts, dont ask David Chang about Korean anything and stop making him your token Korean guide, he doesnt represent us. Hearing him speak I cant think of anyone who hates being Korean more than him. What a fairweather Korean. He regularly trashes Koreans and Korean culture I cant think of a more worse representative.
preach
@@wasdwasdwasd Haha. I attended the same Culinary School as David Chang and the Chefs that had taught David, hated David. Having seen several programs that featured David shitting on his colleagues and blaming every imperfection on them, I am not surprised.
@@mikes4986 the guy made pulled pork and calls it bossam. The disrespect....
@@wasdwasdwasd Lazy self-promoter willing to exploit his Korean heritage by making pulled pork and promoting it as bossam. Loves money and fame more than dignity, respect, and accomplishment. Well, that's who are media promotes; a bunch of phonies. Support good local restaurants/chefs and boycott the corporate soulless chains and Hollywood chefs.
I definitely avoid Korean restaurant with more Non-Korean patrons than Koreans. That is sign that their dishes are gear toward Non-Korean taste.
can david chang even speak korean?
are yo kidding me David Chang hates being Korean with every fiber in his body. F that guy
This channel owner and management team is frot,
Other countries expect Americans to speak their language when visiting or moving to but, only in America can you set up mini hometown communities that services basically to that community and not speak a word of English. There are literally communities I would love to visit here in Virginia unfortunately I have to know at least 6 different dialects because no one integrates into their host countries anymore.
How racist and wrong of you. Report this birch.