Moving To Koreatown: Life At Plaza Cordova
Just like Venice Beach and Grauman’s Chinese Theatre, the Plaza Cordova in Koreatown is somewhere that could only exist in L.A.
The individual units, one-bedroom, and studio apartments have gorgeous exposed brick and original hardwood floors. Ever practical as well, the units have built-ins ranging from vanities to kitchen hutches.
Track lighting and modern kitchen appliances complement the units and give them a contemporary touch – without losing any of the charm!
- Amenities you can enjoy at Plaza Cordova:
- formal lobby with a grand chandelier
- 3 blocks from Wilshire/Western Metro station
- 1920s Spanish Revival architecture
- exposed brick
- hardwood floor
- vintage tile & lighting
- original porcelain bathtubs
- stainless steel appliances
- built-in closets/dressers
- on-site laundry
- secure gated entry
- pet friendly
- central Koreatown location
Koreatown is one of our favorite neighborhoods – seriously, we’ve written about it extensively. We love the vast variety of businesses you can frequent, the food, the entertainment…everything! The vibes, as the kids say, are immaculate.
There are neighborhoods within neighborhoods in Koreatown, each worth getting acquainted with. We know you’ll love Plaza Cordova’s neck of the woods! Here are a few of our favorite spots:
Location: 3229 West 8th St.
Fresh, authentic, and simple. These are the principles of Mansoo BBQ. Oh, and four words for you: all you can eat!
They bring flavors from South Korea – to your plate. Mansoo Korean BBQ was founded in 2009 with the intention of delighting the Los Angeles area’s diverse dining crowd with an authentic Korean BBQ restaurant experience.
Anchored in tradition, they seek to make every element of your time with them a special one.
Location: 650 S. Western Ave.
You know that feeling you get when you eat something crazy delicious that also happens to be really, really good for you? Well, that’s the WaBa Difference!
The fact is, eating healthy just feels good. When you don’t have to sacrifice quality and flavor, it’s not that difficult to make healthy choices. The perfect balance of delicious and nutritious isn’t always easy to find, especially when it comes to eating healthy on the go. That’s where WaBa Grill comes in!
WaBa Grill was founded on the principle that healthy food made with fresh, quality ingredients should be accessible to all.
So, they set out to create better-for-you food with bold, amazing flavors at grab-and-go speed. Today, their famous rice bowls, plates, and salads are helping WaBa fans live their best lives.
Location: 3129 West 8th St.
Tu Pan You Pizza is an authentic pizzeria that has been proudly serving the Koreatown area in Los Angeles since 2010. Since then, its mission has been to provide the community with high-quality ingredients. Tu Pan You has committed to this by always making sure all of their ingredients are handcrafted and fresh!
Their dough is made daily, veggies are hand-cut, and all of their meats are seasoned and cooked in-house.
Location: 755 S. Hobart Blvd.
The Heyri Cafe & Bar was once an old historic house, dating back over one hundred years. In 2007, this home was converted into the cozy cafe it is today, welcoming guests to gather and feel comfortable while enjoying a cup of coffee, dessert, or a delicious dish as if it were their own backyard. They provide a cozy patio with the best outdoor eating area. It’s spacious, has a lot of trees, comfortable chairs, and even a freaking fountain! Their new menu developed by the executive chef offers a pleasant surprise for lunch with friends or a romantic dinner with your better half.
Location:3250 San Marino St
Enjoy the outdoors at this park located near Plaza Cordova. Sports enthusiasts and athletes will love it. They have space to play or practice all your favorite sports: baseball, soccer, basketball, dance, gymnastics, volleyball, softball, flag football, and more!
Location: 621 S. Western Ave.
Los Angeles is a movie town and at Plaza Cordova, you won’t have to go far for a great spot to enjoy one. The theater plays a great combination of blockbusters and independent films. Check out what’s playing now.
Location: 4001 Wilshire Blvd. Ste E
With a flavor bank of extensive spices and a wide range of items to choose from, you are unlikely to run out of options at Kuishimbo. No matter how many times you go back!
A lot of care and responsibility went into creating their menu. Combat your boring days with interesting flavors assured to steal your heart away. Make every meal an interesting experience.
Location: 3334 W. 8th
Since its founding in 1977, JONS Fresh Marketplace has been a family-owned grocery chain serving the people – and palates! – of greater Los Angeles.
They are, first and foremost, a general, wide-ranging supermarket featuring all the products, brands, and services that you’ll find at any of their competitors (they always have, and they always will).
But they also offer something more: uniquely invested in the LA community, JONS honors the distinctive tastes of its neighborhoods and the adventurous spirit of its city. Those who live here in LA know exactly what is meant by that.
Their customers crave well-known favorites and access to a true diversity of tastes. So, as well as showcasing every item you’ve come to expect from your one-stop grocery store, they search the globe for hard-to-find foods – as delicious and unbeknownst to some, as deliciously familiar to others – with a commitment that makes them an LA staple. No matter which way you slice it.
If you’ve been looking for an apartment for rent in Los Angeles, we’ve got you! We have buildings in this neighborhood as well as Hollywood, Downtown LA, and different parts of Koreatown. You can find all of our available apartments for rent here. Schedule a walk-through today. We’d love to welcome you to the neighborhood!
