See also:

*Koreatown: America's Hippest Neighborhood.

This week's LA Weekly cover story covers the renaissance in Koreatown nightlife.

The area has seen an invasion of bar-goers, food fanatics and hipster residents, thanks to the “the Yelp effect” and other factors.

But what you're really asking yourself is, How can I check it out?


View Koreatown Nightlife in a larger map

No secret handshake is required (although K-Town mainstay R Bar does require a not-so-secret password).

You just need to check out this map to K-Town's hottest spots, from S Bar to Gaam, Beer Belly to The Feria — they're all there.

Enjoy safely. And read our story!

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