Korean Barbecue Restaurants near Buena Park, CA

“My kids and I had dinner at Kyung Bok Kung Korean BBQ in Buena Park tonight. Needless to say, the quality of the meat and the food were outstanding.

What truly made our evening special, however, was the exceptional service we received from our server, Ben. He was attentive, friendly, and made us feel genuinely welcomed throughout our meal.

I wanted to leave this review to thank Ben once again for helping make our family dinner such an enjoyable and memorable experience. We truly appreciate his excellent service and look forward to coming back!“

“The food is alright. The one I had in LA was much better!“

“good food and staff friendly with always attentive to us customers. very quick always ready to replenish your plates“

“Perfect Spot for a Date!! my Bf and I loved this place!! the service was awesome!! the best service!! Logan is the Best!! Will recommend to all my family and friends! We got the Royal Tier which was perfect. the meat quality was above!! the best of best KBBQ in this Cali!!“

“꽃살 here has to be the best in town I've tried. Plus the staff is always great and so helpful. I just wish sometimes the light coming in wasn't blinding, but they do have blinds to cover it up. Otherwise our go-to spot for beef in town“

“The side dishes and giblets seasoning were so delicious, and the unglazed cuts were easy to eat, and the water sashimi was also a delicacy.“

“The meat quality is good, the place is clean and modern. The only downside is that they don’t have steam egg option but not a deal breaker.“

“Great Korean BBQ and excellent service! The staff was attentive and took great care of us. The pork belly, beef brisket, bean sprouts, and kimchi were all delicious, and the complimentary kimchi fried rice was the perfect finish. Highly recommend!“

“Great experience!!! Great food!!!“

“We’ve been here four times now, which is probably the best compliment I can give. When Mo Ran Gak is at its best, it’s one of my favorite Korean restaurants in Southern California. When it’s off, the inconsistency keeps it from being a five star experience.

The first visit was outstanding. The galbi was perfectly seasoned, not overly sweet, not overly salty, with great caramelization and tenderness. The naengmyeon was exactly what you hope for. Icy cold with crunchy ice still floating in the broth, crisp vegetables and incredibly refreshing.

The second visit was a completely different experience. The galbi was noticeably drier and under seasoned and the naengmyeon arrived only slightly cold. The ice had already melted, which takes away one of the best parts of great naengmyeon. The slices of beef that come with the noodles have also been consistently dry. That may be traditional, but it’s never been the highlight of the dish.

The service is probably the weakest part of the restaurant. Nobody has ever been outright rude, but it’s difficult to get someone’s attention and the staff generally feels indifferent. You can tell they’re busy, but hospitality often feels like an afterthought. I’d probably rate the service around a 3 out of 5.

The restaurant itself is older but clean, with a comfortable atmosphere and moderate noise. Parking can be frustrating and there’s usually a wait, but that’s expected for a popular spot.

One thing I really enjoy is the complimentary crispy pancake they bring out. Honestly, I’d happily eat an entire plate of it. The banchan are solid overall, though fairly average.

Despite the inconsistency, I still think this is some of the best naengmyeon and especially bibim naengmyeon you’ll find in the Los Angeles area. That’s why we keep coming back. I just hope they can deliver the same level of quality every visit because when they do, it’s genuinely excellent.“

“So does your policy of a minimum of 2 people eating extend to senior citizens who may not have anyone to dine with???? Shame on you for turning away a paying customer…“

“We had a great experience at Yangmani KBBQ! The food was absolutely delicious, with a wide variety of high-quality meats and plenty of options to choose from.

The service was excellent from start to finish, and our server, Alex, was especially attentive, friendly, and made sure we had everything we needed throughout our meal. Alex’s great service really made the experience even more enjoyable.

We highly recommend Yangmani KBBQ to anyone looking for delicious Korean BBQ, great selection, and outstanding service. One of my favourite spots for KBBQ.“

“Excellent service ! We ordered the large beef combo for 2 and it was more than enough. Very good quality.“

“A fantastic spot with a great atmosphere—perfect for all kinds of gatherings. There is a huge selection of drinks and a wide variety of food options. The service is excellent, even when it’s bustling. Definitely a place worth visiting again!“

“great food and prices, service was awesome“

“Best Korean BBQ in OC! Love the food and the service. Did i mention free Thrifty's ice cream?“

“This Korean bbq is pretty good. It's cheaper than the others n there isn't a salad bar but if the meats are good that's what's important to me. Bulgogi was good as was brisket. Attentive waiters to make sure you've got meat to grill without waiting“

“If you're looking for the best beef intestine in OC, this is the place to save.
From rich, flavor-packed beef intestine to premium chuck flap and galbi, you'll instantly understand why locals line up before they open.
Finish your meal with kimchi stew poured over rice, and the experience gets even better.
If you love beef intestine, this is one spot you absolutely have to try.“

“Honestly surprised this place isn't rated higher! Came at like 6:30 pm seated right away, menu is very straightforward. The quality of the meat is phenomenal and they cook it for you. The kimchis and pickled vegetable array is unreal I literally would eat here over and over again. It's a very straightforward experience but 5/5 stars!“

“My husband and I come here every 2–3 weeks whenever we're craving Korean BBQ. The quality of the meat is always consistent, which is something we really appreciate. No matter how many times we visit, the food never disappoints.
The staff are always friendly, attentive, and welcoming, making every visit enjoyable from start to finish. We always leave feeling satisfied and happy.
As someone who grew up enjoying Korean BBQ in Korea, this place brings back the flavors I remember. Whenever I'm craving authentic Korean BBQ, this is our go-to spot. In the Buena Park and Fullerton area, Ribs & Co is simply the best. Highly recommended! Ribs & Co Premium meats and a focus on authentic Korean BBQ are part of what makes the restaurant stand out.“

“delicious food. good selection of meats. short wait for a table. our server Ethan was great as well as all the other staff.“

“Voted North OC’s favorite neighborhood Korean spot for decades, we are at Soy Tofu in La Palma. Yes, that one Korean restaurant next to Han Nam Chain aka Super1 in La Palma, CA. It feels like a secret because it’s as cozy and comforting as grandma’s house. This is a spot where everyone goes to for Sundubu (Korean Spicy Tofu Soup served boiling hot), or if they want Naengmyeon (Korean Buckwheat Noodles in a icy tangy broth) on hot summer day, or Bibimbap (Stone-pot Korean mixed rice filled with vegetables and meat with a spicy gochujang sauce and sesame oil)—just something comforting, and what they’re used to. This place has been there forever, and it’s under the same owner who wants to spoil us with her Korean recipes. Beyond the great service, delicious made in house banchan aka Korean sides , fresh ingredients and all the menu favorites, you can scoop your own free ice cream in a cone! I recommend Soy Tofu as a solid spot for anyone who is new or super critical about Korean food. It’s a guaranteed delicious spot.“

“Excellent service and food“

“Great service, accommodating servers even with a packed place of people“

“My family and I were on vacation from New Mexico and had always wanted to try Korean BBQ. While searching for places to eat, this restaurant popped up with great reviews, so we decided to give it a try. This was our very first Korean BBQ experience, and at first we had no idea what we were doing! We asked one of the female servers for help, and I'm so disappointed that I didn't get her name because she was absolutely amazing. She gave us recommendations on what to order, explained how everything worked, and every single thing she suggested was delicious! Once we got the hang of ordering and cooking our food, we were in food heaven. Our server, Eric, was incredibly polite, attentive, and easy to talk to. We had a great conversation, and he made our experience even better.

1000/10 - I highly recommend this place! We'll definitely be back the next time we're in town.“

“Delicious kbbq at a reasonable price! Staff is very nice and attentive always offering to switch grills and helping to cook meats
Here are my favs from the menu. Also like the selection of Banchan they have all the favorites (potato salad, fishcake, cucumbers, and Mac salad) and more
La marinated Galbi (the best l've ordered)
Marinated rib finger
Kimchi fried rice
Marinated pork belly
Pork jowl
Soy marinated rib
Ok (not to right home about)
The rib steak (meat was pretty chewy but the portion is very big
Also enjoyed the self serve bar which has some hot items like fried rice,, calamari, dumplings, etc There are also some cheaper cuts of meat like pork belly/jowl/chicken plain and marinated too if you can't wait for the servers to bring you the meats
Overall I would be back and I'm very satisfied on my meal here“

“Eat there only if you want to be treated like dirt. I am sick and tired of their way of treating their customers. They don't do reservations and their wait system is unforgiving and insane. 1. Long wait times like 1.5 hours 2. But with that long wait time, they only give you 10 minutes to "all be there" when they tell you table is ready. 3. That's not even the worst. They put a "wait time" estimate near their check in table. So you would think that is a solid guideline right? But no. The REAL wait time can swing a good 30 minutes both ways. Say they put "Current Wait time is 1.5 hours" you could get a call at 1 hour mark. And then they give you 10 minutes to get your party to be there. And they give you hell if your party can't make it like it's your fault that you don't have crystal ball to tell that your table will be ready in one hour’s time. I have tolerated it coz their food is actually really good. Meat quality is good etc etc. What broke the camels back today is. I checked in at 5:45 today. Wait time is 1.5 hours. So estimate sit time is 7:15 right? When I get the text that table is ready at 7:05 I thought all is awesome. AND THEN they told me that are actually having a staff party tonight and last call is at 8. That leaves my party less than an hour to do an AYCE dinner. I was furious. So I question them, “Why didn't you tell your customer that when they checked in?” "Well, we put the notice on the door. You didn't see it! So… 🤷🏻‍♀️” 1. There are a bunch of white and black notices all over the door and check in area. 2. And yes. My eye sight is not awesome. I didn't see it. But shouldn't it be THEIR JOB to let customer know VERBALLY when they check in that they are shifting the last call time an hour early? That’s basic decency. I wasted almost 2 hours there and by then it’s like lines all over the place for any place. I am never going back again for a restaurant that treats their customer like dirt so they can make money off me any more.“

“Eat there only if you want to be treated like dirt. I am sick and tired of their way of treating their customers. They don't do reservations and their wait system is unforgiving and insane. 1. Long wait times like 1.5 hours 2. But with that long wait time, they only give you 10 minutes to "all be there" when they tell you table is ready. 3. That's not even the worst. They put a "wait time" estimate near their check in table. So you would think that is a solid guideline right? But no. The REAL wait time can swing a good 30 minutes both ways. Say they put "Current Wait time is 1.5 hours" you could get a call at 1 hour mark. And then they give you 10 minutes to get your party to be there. And they give you hell if your party can't make it like it's your fault that you don't have crystal ball to tell that your table will be ready in one hour’s time. I have tolerated it coz their food is actually really good. Meat quality is good etc etc. What broke the camels back today is. I checked in at 5:45 today. Wait time is 1.5 hours. So estimate sit time is 7:15 right? When I get the text that table is ready at 7:05 I thought all is awesome. AND THEN they told me that are actually having a staff party tonight and last call is at 8. That leaves my party less than an hour to do an AYCE dinner. I was furious. So I question them, “Why didn't you tell your customer that when they checked in?” "Well, we put the notice on the door. You didn't see it! So… 🤷🏻‍♀️” 1. There are a bunch of white and black notices all over the door and check in area. 2. And yes. My eye sight is not awesome. I didn't see it. But shouldn't it be THEIR JOB to let customer know VERBALLY when they check in that they are shifting the last call time an hour early? That’s basic decency. I wasted almost 2 hours there and by then it’s like lines all over the place for any place. I am never going back again for a restaurant that treats their customer like dirt so they can make money off me any more.“

“It’s expensive, but the quality of the meat is excellent. Don’t compare this place to AYCE KBBQ. I come here once or twice a year because it’s far, but it’s worth the trip. The bean stew tasted different from last year—this time it seemed overboiled or not freshly made.“

“Came here for dinner time during Christmas week with my family. We were a group of 10 and we came right at peak dinner time, which honestly sounds like a terrible idea but thankfully they were able to sit us within 40 minutes. We were sat at two tables and had a burner each. The service was great, especially with how busy they were that night. The KBBQ was super yummy and I especially loved the steamed egg, I ordered two total. The house salad was so so good- I wish someone would tell me the recipe (pls) because I ate the whole bowl. The meat came out at a decent time and I enjoyed sides. They also offered buldak ramen, which my younger cousins enjoyed- so I’m sure other parents or family members may wonder what else kids may enjoy here. I will definitely be back!“

“Love the authenticity of this place! Definitely would recommend to everyone! Bring a group and enjoy the experience of authentic korean cuisine. Daniel is legit! He really brings out the light in this place and his positivity and passion is astounding!“

“Such a nice family owned establishment! The food was so tasty, and the woman at the counter was the absolute kindest most hospitable lady! We ordered the pork belly fries and chicken quesadilla, both were 10/10 and left us satisfied. Huge portions full with lots of meat left us full and needing a Togo box. 100% a business I want to support! Highly recommend“

“delicious korean pub food! with natural wine by the glass. soju cocktails. highly recommend the pork belly.

don’t let the interior fool you. parking can be tough with the kbbq spot next door but there’s residential parking nearby.“

“Excellent food. 👍. Will come back again.“

“Came here for the first time and I have to say the Yuksoo Bulgogi was SO good! The flavor was perfect — not too sweet or too salty — and everything tasted incredibly fresh. Even all of the banchan was perfectly seasoned. The cold noodles were so refreshing, and I loved that they make their own noodles in-house. They had such a unique chewy texture and were absolutely delicious.

The service was also great — everyone was so friendly and made us feel very comfortable throughout the meal. Highly recommend this place and I’ll definitely be back soon!“

“This is where you can find $23 all-you-can-eat Korean BBQ that might be one of the best deals in SoCal.

You get a choice of 18 different kinds of meat, including the self-serve bar where you can grab your own marinated meats, like spicy beef bulgogi and pork jowl, and all the amazing sides, for as many times as you want. You can even make KBBQ meat tacos!

This $23 deal is only available during lunch, but weekends are included! ;)

But if you're feeling bougie, definitely get the premium AYCE menu A at $49.99, which includes a giant dinosaur bone-looking rib that was just melt-in-your-mouth tender, spicy Korean cold noodles, ramen, and steamed egg.

Thanks for reading! ^-^“

“Great selection of meats and side dishes“

“We thoroughly enjoyed our lunch experience at Soo Ra Sang! The Al Jji Gae was exceptionally flavorful, the Kalbi was wonderfully tender and juicy, and the Bulgogi was absolutely perfect. The food was excellent, the atmosphere was pleasant, and the service was very friendly. We are certainly looking forward to returning!“

“This place is absolutely amazing!! The food is so good and the people working there are the most friendliest I've ever met!!! I'm definitely coming back here for more food!!! 5 stars!!!“

“The food is good. They serve your order pretty fast. Maximum 5 items per order but no limit (cuz all you can eat). Minus 1 star because the inside is too smoky. The exhaust hood is not strong enough to get all the smoke out. Overall, I still recommend this place with such value and quality of the food.“

“First time there was today. The portions were good size, and the food was delicious. The waitresses, that waited on us were very polite and asked us every few minutes If we needed anything. My son also liked the cuts of the meats and the sauces were very good along with all the sides. We will definitely be going back again. Also, for desert ice cream. Yum.“

“Best Korean BBQ dining experience! Great quality tasty value for money BBQ wahyu beef & ribeye“

“My family was the first to have dinner in this Korean BBQ restaurant. Their beef brisket, belly and bulgogi are absolutely delicious.Fresh, tender, and full of flavor. And the friendly staff are another big reason I will return and introduce it to my friends. They are friendly, fast and attentive!“

“I went there with my daughter she's been there before it was my first time. But it was great the food and prices was decent compared to other places I will definitely go back don't let the entrance fool you that place is big lots of room to sit. Love this place“

“This place is delicious! Meats are always good, appetizer selection is awesome, and they have fun drinks too. Service is a hit or miss, I feel like lunch tends to be better. It’s not for the staff’s lack of trying though as I feel like they are always just understaffed. That’s the only reason why I’m not giving 5 stars. I think if they had more people working shifts, we wouldn’t have to wait so long for someone to come by. Again, not the staff’s fault, more a management issue in my opinion as someone who comes here often.“

“The best KBBQ I’ve tried in years!!

Quite a variety of accompaniments. The meats are very good and quite varied

The sapporo beer pichel at an excellent price.

Highly recommended“

“Excellent restaurant ,meats seasoned to authentic Korean flavor and great service ask for Megan and she will make you feel welcome and appreciated. And if you’re new to the experience she will show you the experience of cooking on your own table…very good food,cheers“

“Had a great time with my fiancé the server was very respectful and fast I love going to GENS in Cerritos“