Six Taste Koreatown Food Tour

The Six Taste Koreatown Food Tour is a guided walking tasting experience in Koreatown, Los Angeles, California, operated by Six Taste Food Tours. Koreatown, around postcode 90020 west of Downtown, is one of the densest and most active Korean food districts outside Korea, and the route centres on the area around 6th Street, known locally as K-town. The tour lasts about three hours and links four eateries with a visit to a Korean market and a Korean BBQ meal, finishing with a dessert of bingsu, the Korean shaved-ice dish, or a pastry. The mix is therefore mostly savoury, with grilled meats, banchan side dishes and other Korean staples, and ends with one sweet course. The operator describes the combined portions as equal to a full meal. Prices start from about $100 per person, which covers all food tastings and the guided walk; a guide gratuity, drinks beyond those served with the food, and any market shopping are not included. The pace is moderate, with short walks between venues on sidewalks and time seated for the BBQ stop. A local guide leads the group, explains the history of Koreatown, how Korean cuisine is eaten and shared, and what to look for when shopping in a Korean market. The exact meeting point is confirmed by the operator at booking, and the venues visited can change between departures. Because the BBQ and other dishes are prepared in advance, visitors with allergies, a vegetarian diet or other restrictions should contact the operator before booking to ask about substitutions. Reservations are made through the operator's FareHarbor page, and the operator can be reached by phone at +1 213-798-4749. The tour is a sensible choice for visitors who want a substantial Korean meal with cultural background, and for residents who would like help navigating the many restaurants of K-town.