Don't let the simplicity fool you. The bing is baked to order and has a perfect flaky texture, served with an incredibly rich cultured butter and a drizzle of local honey that creates an addictive sweet-savory start to the meal.
Tips from diners
The bing is the highlight of the menu. They have many topping options, but the simple butter and honey is the best way to start.
The restaurant's absolute signature large-format dish. The short rib is smoked and slow-cooked for 24 hours until it's remarkably tender, carved tableside and served with bibim wrap fixings (ssam), including fresh lettuce, pickled vegetables, and punchy sauces.
Tips from diners
This is a massive dish meant for sharing between 4-6 people. You'll need to pre-order it when you make your reservation to ensure they have one for your table.
A refreshing and texturally varied sweet finish. The ice is shaved to a remarkably fine, snow-like consistency and balanced by the natural sweetness of whatever fruit is in peak season and a light, airy cream.
Tips from diners
It's much lighter than it looks. The fruit flavors are very pure and it's the perfect way to reset your palate after the rich short rib.
A Momofuku classic brought to the West Coast. The cauliflower is fried until crispy and coated in a punchy, aromatically dense dressing that hits every taste bud—salty, sweet, sour, and spicy all at once.
Tips from diners
Even if you think you don't like cauliflower, try this. The fish sauce vinaigrette is legendary for a reason—it's incredibly addictive.
A brilliant fusion of Italian and Korean flavors. The fusilli is perfectly al dente and tossed in a sharp, spicy, and slightly funky kimchi sauce that's balanced by the rich, fatty depth of the slow-cooked pork jowl bits.
Tips from diners
This is a brilliant example of balance. The funkiness of the kimchi is prominent but not overwhelming. it's one of the most unique pastas in the city.
Majordomo is the West Coast flagship of David Chang's Momofuku empire. Housed in a massive, industrial space in Chinatown/Arts District, it delivers a high-energy menu that reinterprets traditional Korean flavors through a refined, globally-influenced lens, famous for its large-format sharing dishes and inventive small plates.
Majordomo is very popular. Book at least two weeks in advance via their website or Resy, especially for weekend dinner slots.
The space is huge and industrial-chic. it's high-energy and can be loud when full, perfect for a lively group dinner in the historic North Industrial area.
They offer valet parking, which is highly recommended as the area is semi-industrial and street parking can be sparse during dinner hours.
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