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Where Korean Nightlife Comes Alive

Located in the heart of SoCal, Buena Park is home to its own Koreatown, stretching 2.5 miles and filled with Korean restaurants, pubs and entertainment. After dark, the district comes alive with a lively Korean nightlife scene, from sizzling BBQ and soju-filled pubs to private karaoke rooms and self-portrait photo studios.
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Korean Flavors at The Source OC
The Source OC is a three-level shopping, dining and entertainment destination with several Korean nightlife favorites. M Korean BBQ, an award-winning restaurant, serves premium Korean BBQ including prime beef boneless short rib, thin-sliced prime brisket and pork belly. Misoolkwan OC offers a taste of 1980s Korean pub culture with favorites like tteokbokki, pork belly with kimchi, corn cheese and an extensive soju selection. New to Buena Park, INS Ice Beer features a trendy Korean pub atmosphere with Hanok-inspired touches, frosty beers, fried chicken, Korean pancakes, pasty pizza and Injeolmi Red Bean Shaved Ice.

Put Your Favorite Songs on Repeat
EKO Karaoke Lounge at The Source OC features 16 private karaoke rooms with unique designs and state-of-the-art sound equipment. Sing your favorite songs with friends while enjoying a full dining menu.

Step Behind the Camera
At Photogram OC, a professional self-portrait studio, you can take photos using a remote control in a private space with professional lighting and a camera. Be the photographer, director and model all at once while creating keepsakes with friends and family.
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4DX Turns Movie Night Into an Experience
At CGV Cinemas, Hollywood and Asian blockbusters come to life in immersive 4DX theaters with motion-enabled seats and effects like rain, scents and smoke. Enjoy beer, wine and popcorn while watching films in English or Korean with easy-to-read subtitles.

Korean Pub Culture Meets the Grill
Outside The Source OC, NOLZA combines a Korean pub and grill with charcoaled BBQ, gopchang, chicken gizzards, fried oyster, shrimp tempura, soups and ramen. Pair your meal with cold soju or traditional Baek Se Ju. Gangnam Station is another local favorite for Korean BBQ, serving sizzling grilled meats in a lively setting.

Save Room for Something Sweet
Buena Park’s Koreatown also has plenty of places to satisfy a sweet tooth. At Dzert, soy-based shaved snow is creamy, vegan and lactose-free, with creative options like Thai tea shaved snow, a loaded banana split boat and s’mores shaved ice topped with graham crackers, marshmallows and chocolate. Auria Coffee serves specialty drinks and desserts, including the cream top Biscoff latte, double matcha made with Uji matcha and matcha cream. Stop by Modoo Donuts for freshly made donuts decorated with fun character designs, including favorites like Cookie Monster and Pokémon characters. Honeymee serves kosher ice cream topped with your choice of fresh fruit, chocolate syrup and all-natural honey.
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Make It a Korean Getaway
With Korean BBQ, late-night pubs and private karaoke, there is plenty to explore in Buena Park. Make it an overnight getaway with hotels offering outdoor firepits, heated pools, onsite bars, rooftop pools, free hot breakfast, plus complimentary shuttle transportation. Several hotels are within walking distance of The Source OC, and Hilton Buena Park is connected directly to the shopping and entertainment center.

Beyond nightlife, Buena Park’s Koreatown is also home to the trending Korean hair spa treatment. And if you appreciate Korean culture, take a taste of Buena Park home with you by picking up Korean snacks and treats at local shops.

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