수라원 (soo-la-won)

regular 물 냉면 (water-naengmyun)

type of food: korean

price: $0-20

atmosphere: the place is definitely a hole-in-the-wall. you probably will have to wait about 10 minutes to get seating around lunch/dinner time, but it's worth it. the place is decorated with faded, yellowing walls and old, cushiony booths. doesn't have TOO much seating (maximum capacity around 40 people?). parking can be an issue...only about 10 parking spots in the back, but theres always street parking as an option. service is quick and indifferent-- as with any other korean restaurant.

rating: 10 out of 10. even though the place itself might need a facelift and the staff can be a little bit more friendly (koreans are so stoic), the food stands alone and speaks for itself. the only reason the place is functioning and flowing with customers is the cheap prices and food. a bowl of naengmyun (like the one pictured above) is only ~$7. you can't beat that (not even yoochun...). the myun (noodle) has a bit of a bite to it and the cold broth is nice and refreshing. great little place to go for a quick and cheap lunch during hot summer days. 

2833 W Olympic Blvd

Los Angeles, CA 90006