Charles H. Kim Elementary School
Public · Grades K–5
Los Angeles,
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Koreatown
About the Neighborhood
Living in Koreatown
Koreatown is a dense, culturally diverse neighborhood in Central Los Angeles, just west of downtown. Olympic Boulevard is lined with local restaurants like Chosun Galbee and Guelaguetza, with Park’s BBQ a popular stop nearby on Vermont Avenue. Residents can easily access the Art Deco Wiltern for live concerts, the shops and restaurants at Chapman Plaza, and Korean spas like Wi Spa along Wilshire Boulevard. Seoul International Park hosts the annual Los Angeles Korean Festival and includes a gym for neighborhood use. Koreatown offers residents a lively mix of food, nightlife, culture, and urban convenience.
Korean BBQ
Art Deco Wiltern
Chapman Plaza
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Livability
Walk, Bike & Transit
92
Walk Score
63
Bike Score
76
Transit Score
Education
Schools
ISANA Cardinal Academy
Charter · Grades K–8
Cahuenga Elementary School
Public · Grades K–5
RFK Community Schools For The Visual Arts And Humanities
Public · Grades 9–12
RFK Community Schools Los Angeles High School Of The Arts
Public · Grades 9–12
Getting Around
Public Transit
Metro D Line (Purple)
Rail
Metro B Line (Red)
Rail
DASH Wilshire Center/Koreatown
Bus
Metro Local Line (Route 206)
Bus
Metro Local Line (Route 18)
Bus
Metro Local Line (Route 207)
Bus
Metro Local Line (Route 20)
Bus
Questions
Frequently Asked
Where is Koreatown located in Los Angeles?
Koreatown sits in Central Los Angeles, west of downtown, bordered by 3rd Street to the north and Olympic Boulevard to the south.
Is Koreatown a good neighborhood to live in Los Angeles?
Koreatown is a lively, walkable neighborhood with a wide range of dining, karaoke bars, and late-night cafes. Its flat streets make it easy to get around on foot or by bike, and Metro D Line stations along Wilshire Boulevard connect residents to other parts of the city. However, the neighborhood is densely populated, so streets can be busy, especially in the evenings. Parking can also be difficult in many areas.
What is Koreatown, Los Angeles known for?
Koreatown is known for its Korean barbecue, tofu houses, and Korean American heritage, which grew along Olympic Boulevard beginning in the 1970s. Today, the area is also recognized for its Art Deco architecture and nightlife, including karaoke lounges and soju bars.
How far is Koreatown from downtown Los Angeles?
Koreatown is about 3 miles west of downtown Los Angeles.
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