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A guide to Koreatown in Garden Grove: Peking Gourmet

Peking Gourmet opened its doors in 1985 and not only served as a venue for celebrations in Garden Grove’s Korean American community but as a go-to restaurant for all of the Korean-Chinese comfort food hits.

Jjamppong, a spicy seafood noodle soup, at Peking Gourmet in Garden Grove’s Koreatown. (Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times)

Peking Gourmet in Garden Grove’s Koreatown. (Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times)

Guests dine at Peking Gourmet. (Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times)

Jajangmyeon, fermented black bean paste noodles, at Peking Gourmet in Garden Grove’s Koreatown. (Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times)

Fried shrimp with hot garlic sauce at Peking Gourmet in Garden Grove. (Allen J. Schaben / Los Angeles Times)