Korean Barbecue Restaurants near Downey, CA

“Husband is obsessed with kbbq and claims this is the best spot in the LA area!

I’m a vegan and they’re incredibly accommodating, they give me 50% off because I don’t eat meat and they have some great food that it’s even one of my favorite spots.

Very nice and friendly staff. Recommended 10/10.“

“Good quality meat with reasonable price. Highly recomended!“

“My favorite Korean barbecue in Los Angeles. All the side dishes are fantastic and there is so much variety you can tell they really thought it through! The meat quality is also fantastic. Their marinated galbi is my favorite beef in the world. If all of that is not enough, it is also the only Korean barbecue place that cares enough about the customers that they have a ventilated stove so you don’t smell like Korean barbecue walking out of this restaurant it’s amazing.“

“I was visiting the area and decided to check out the LBX Hangar. I was in the mood for something different and saw Marinate. I was told the bulgogi burrito is popular, so I tried it. And it was the best burrito I have ever had ... ever. The meat was so tender and flavorful. I love that it had vegetables so I could pretend it was healthy. I don't live in the area but every time I am in Long Beach, I plan to stop by.“

“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.“

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

“I really enjoyed the food here because there are a lot of vegetable variety. The food and service was very quick and delicious. The pork belly here is a must order. Renee did a great job walking us through the menu and made sure everything was timely.“

“The staff here are the friendliest I’ve ever had at a Korean BBQ place. Along with being friendly, they are quick to bring you what you need. The food is great and the service is awesome! Love this place!“

“came in expecting a regular kbbq joint, maybe a little nicer than others since they grill for you. but came away having eaten an unexpected tasting menu with an elegant vibe (soft jazz?).

charcoal grill. unlimited hot tea. marinated short rib was the best of the two meats we chose from the beef course.“

“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!“

“Aaron and Vicky were the best. Vicky was so quick on bringing our orders out. Aaron explained everything as if he was the chef himself. I would believe it if this restaurant would be owned by them.

The food is the most delicious. $39 for all you can eat. It gave us favorable ribs and bulgogi. Those were our favorite.

We had the order rice paper, tortilla, and salsa constantly since we were with Mexicans. They totally understand their customer. Worth thr drive for quality.

I was able to enjoy my squid cut up by small. Constant grill change. It was impressive.

Plenty of space for a family reunion.“

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

“I are here several times at the bar. Cooked on the open fire and had a few great conversations“

“Absolutely loved this place! Really enjoyed our dinner at Ziggle! The meat was so tender, juicy, and flavorful. Everything we tried was delicious, but the beef was definitely the highlight.

The sides were just as good! We especially loved the steamed egg and kimchi stew. The steamed egg was light and fluffy, and the kimchi stew had such a nice, rich flavor. Honestly, everything was so good!

The staff was friendly and attentive, and we had a great experience overall. Definitely coming back next time we're in the area!“

“I came here with family because it was recommended by someone else, and I'm glad I tried it out.

It was a very chill place with quick, attentive service. The self service bar is a smart idea, because you only take what you need. I especially enjoyed the wagyu beef and bulgogi!“

“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!“

“Wow, why did I wait so long to come here?

We tried all five meat selections, and the salad bar had so many options—everything was fresh and delicious. Lunch also included one ice cream bar per person and coffee.

For only $29.99 per person, it felt like an incredible value. The servers were also incredibly friendly and attentive, which made the whole experience even more enjoyable.

Great food, great service, and a fantastic lunch deal. I’ll definitely be back!“

“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.“

“Popped in because its always time for meat. Loved tge atmosphere, and the language lessons in the bathroom. The food was great. The only downside was lack of my favorite banchan and the high prices of solutions. I'll be back.

With my own bottles. ;)“

“The place is small and a little old, but it’s pretty well known around OC for Korean BBQ ribs. The prices are a little high, but the food is really good. Both the beef short ribs and pork ribs have great flavor without being too heavy, and you can really taste the meat. The side dishes are simple but good, and I especially liked the seasoned minari. It goes really well with the meat. Not a fancy place, but I’d definitely come back for the ribs.“

“Great experience!!! Great food!!!“

“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“

“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!“

“delicious food, service was almost perfect (they would ask us all the time if we wanted more meat which i know is so hospitable but it felt a little overwhelming at times), love the music, the food, the drinks... the atmosphere and layout of this place is awesome. there was no wait for a table either!
there is no dedicated parking/lot so look for metered street parking or lots“

“Fire. Literally fire. I recommend it 11am opening is a great time to stop in“

“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.“

“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!“

“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“

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