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Gam Tu Bop
Welcome to Gam Tu Bop, a delightful culinary gem located at 132 N Brand Blvd, Glendale, CA 91203. Specializing in uniquely crafted rice balls and rolls that combine the flavors of Korean and Japanese cuisine, this spot has quickly become a favorite among locals and visitors alike.
At Gam Tu Bop, the menu is both varied and affordable, offering a selection of rice balls that cater to different palates. You can indulge in:
- Beef Rice Ball: Rib eye marinated in savory Korean bulgogi sauce - a crowd pleaser at just $3.55.
- Spicy Pork Rice Ball: Featuring tender Boston butt pork with a tantalizing spicy sauce for $3.45.
- Chicken Curry Rice Ball: Juicy thigh meat enveloped in a rich curry sauce for only $3.15.
- Crab Meat Rice Ball: Imitation crab with zesty lemon aioli, priced at $2.95.
- Spicy Shrimp Rice Ball: Cooked shrimp tossed in spicy mayo, available for $3.00.
The array doesn’t stop at rice balls; the rice rolls are equally impressive. Options like the California Rice Roll, stuffed with crab meat and avocado, and the Spicy Tuna Rice Roll with bold flavors of tuna and spicy mayo, further demonstrate the creativity that defines Gam Tu Bop.
What truly sets Gam Tu Bop apart is the experience itself. Customers rave about the quality and freshness of the ingredients, as well as the careful packaging. Each rice ball comes individually wrapped and labeled, making them perfect for takeout. The combination of flavors leaves patrons feeling satisfied and eager for their next visit.
Kristy AKI Oshiro, a loyal customer, proclaims it as her first stop when driving in from Sacramento, praising their generous fillings and ease of takeout. Tori Hester echoes this sentiment, emphasizing the excellence of the beef and spicy shrimp rice balls, complemented by a warm cup of miso soup.
While it may be carry-out only, the charming atmosphere and engaging music—think Kingdom Hearts—adds a unique touch to your experience. For those concerned about parking, fret not; a free parking structure is conveniently located around the corner.
In summary, Gam Tu Bop delivers not just on taste but also the joy of a casual dining experience, blending convenience and quality seamlessly. If you're in the mood for flavorful, affordable rice delicacies, make sure to stop by and experience the wonders of this vibrant eatery!
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“ Tasty affordable rice balls with generous amounts of various Japanese and Korean fillings! This place is so good its literally always my first stop when I drive in from Sacramento. My favorites are spicy shrimp, beef bulgogi, unagi eel, spicy pork and kim chee. I love that the rice balls are individually wrapped and labeled and the nori seaweed to wrap them in is packaged separately. I love that its Korean nori too. Great for takeout, travels well, fast friendly service. To go orders only. If you cant find parking out front there is a parking structure just around the corner that gives you free parking for the first 90 minutes. ”
“ Chill atmosphere and honestly, some of the best rice balls Ive had in LA. Only drawback is that there is no dinein option. Its carry out only. Finally, someone plays the music from Kingdom Hearts every time I visit and I lol every time. They get me. ”
“ I got the beef and spicy shrimp rice balls they were excellent! Also got the miso soup. ”
“ Great unplanned find walking around. Beef rice ball is like beef bulgogi and very tasty!! Its all good. Good selection of fillings. Nice staff. ”
“ Wow, the rice balls are incredibly delicious! The beef one was by far my favorite one. Rich in flavor. Spicy shrimp was second best and Id probably substitute the crab meat for a different flavor next time. 1010 Cheap and well packaged. Loved the salted seaweed. ”
“ I could eat here every day and never get bored. Cheap onigiri with generous filling and expertly seasoned dried seaweed. Theyre very quick at making these, and it takes me even less time to eat them. Two or three of these rice balls make the perfect lunch, and I dont ever regret ordering from here. Love you Gam Tu Bop, never change. ”
“ The onigiri rice balls at Gam Tu Bop are on point. The rice is nicely packed without being too compacted, the fillings are delicious and generous, and I LOVE that the seaweed is packed separately from the rice balls so that when youre ready to eat, it is crispy! The service is quick and the onigiri are very reasonably priced. There is no indoor diningtables available for you to sit and eat your onigiri at, but thats all good with me as its the perfect food to take to go. This is a great stop if you want some fast cheap eats to take on the go! ”
“ Ive been going to Gam Tu Bop for like 6 years now and I really like them! Their food is affordable and they have a pretty good selection. Everything from beef to mushroom rice balls and I really like their shrimp rice rolls. Just be sure to double check your order to make sure you have enough seaweed wraps. Everyone Ive taken here really likes it and I usually comes here every time I go to Glendale Galleria ”