50 Best Barbeque Restaurants in Los Angeles

“Our server Kevin was very nice and understanding towards our needs and questions. He was super nice and making us feel very at home and helped us decide what to eat. He even gave us his honest opinions on a lot of stuff which helped spend the best money on Chubby Cattle. I highly recommend coming here for the food, since all the meat was super good, cooked tenderly by the cooks if it comes pre cooked, the prices are good, and especially, coming here for our server Kevin.“

“I’ve been searching for a great Filipino restaurant and this place is legit!
Flavors and execution were on point and the service/vibe of the restaurant were also excellent. I can’t wait to come back and try the rest of the menu.“

“Great Bbq! Great service!“

“I like the beef combo & definitely will be back again“

“The best korean bbq i ever tasted“

“Despite accidentally making reservations online for the following evening, the gentleman behind the entry table found a way for my family of 4 to enjoy a top notch Korean BBQ dinner. We were so grateful! The food was excellent and service first rate. Highly recommended!!“

“Friendly team. Service can be faster!! But as they say bbq is slow“

“Coconut beef adobo and cornbread bibingka are outstanding!“

“My husband and I found this gem on one of our K town adventures. The food is phenonmenal, the staff was out standing they cook the meat right in the table for you. My husband who is not a big steak eater absoultly loved it. We have told several friends and we are definitely coming back.“

“great food. great experience and quality of meat“

“Delicious all you can eat Korean barbecue!! Will be back!“

“The best AYCE Korean bbq restaurant. Meat quality is top-notch. They grill the meat for you but still allow you to enjoy the food at your own speed. I tried almost every meat and my favorite is the marinated beef rib with bone. It melted in my mouth. I love it and will come back.👍🏻“

“Stopped by for a quick meal after shopping and found this place. I was skeptical, because alot of places I've been to, the ribs were dry, but not this place. The ribs were very tender and full of flavor. The gentlemen at the counter was very personalble and friendly. Will stop by again if I'm in the area“

“Whenever we visit Los Angeles a night at Origin is a must! The atmosphere is fun, the staff is friendly and fast, and the food is to die for!“

“Good service and experience for Korean BBQ.specially the rice paper loved by many diner.“

“First time here my family like it especially unlimited brisket“

“Hanu K-BBQ was a highly rated place in LA's Koreatown, so we decided to try it. Clearly review inflation. 4.7 on Yelp and Google. Big focus on getting 5 star yelp reviews. The restaurant has indoor and outdoor seating and its own parking lot.
3.5% credit card fee. Their menu has the typical expensive a la carte meats, but lacks tofu stew.
Lunch Specials 11am-3pm/7days are a great bet.

Meal was fine but not super. Service was drop and go. Probably should have went back to Soowon Galbi or Parks BBQ.

Safety Pluses - Online menu, Delivery services available, online ordering.

Food Review:
Marinated Beef Short Ribs + Buckwheat cold noodle soup ($34.99) lunch special was cooked at our table and consisted of 3 pieces. No BBQ smell at least. Decent quality and reasonable quantity. Huge bowl of cold noodles. Only 4 types of banchan. 8.5/10

Beef brisket soybean paste stew with tofu ($14.99) lunch special is not a big dish and was the closest thing to tofu spicy stew. Very spicy. 8/10

Overall - Good
Food - Good
Decor - Good
Service - Fair
Value - Good

Would we come back - No“

“amazing food and good for family“

“There's nothing I can say bad about this place I wish I could give the atmosphere a five star but I also love the fact that it's super casual and more relaxed. As far as the food I would drive from Beverly Hills just to get their bowls. It deserves a five-star. Everything went incredibly smooth and the staff were incredibly professional. I could go on and on about the quality of the food but I haven't had every dish. The one dish I had the bulgogi with rice was done to perfection. The rice was correctly made as can be. And the flavor from the bulgogi was not overly sweet and left a great aftertaste. Couldn't recommend it enough. If you're ever in the neighborhood pick some up you'll be happy you did.“

“A very pleasant lounge bar with a wonderful atmosphere and great cuisine. Everything felt cozy and well thought out. The service was excellent — special thanks to our waiter Nikita for being attentive and friendly. We had a great experience and would definitely recommend this place!😉“

“Awesome stuff quality fast perfect service“

“I stopped for lunch Monday 22nd 2026 around 11:30 am, my plan was to order cold noodle(냉면) but changed plan after checking the menu,beef short rib soup (갈비탕) was only $17
I was by myself, I was seated big table for 4 people, 6 side dishes were served with cold water(I eas asked if I want cold or hot water)I said cold and they served cold water and 6 side dishes, I accidebtally droppes the cup with ice water, made a mess on table, server asked me if I am ok and cleaned the table also refilled ice water, had enough beef short ribs and all the side dishes were delicious“

“First time here and me and my husband loved it! We tried the beef and chicken teriyaki plate and a chicken and beef fried rice. Both were very good. I also loved that the music that was playing at the time was like a Justin Bieber Pandora radio station lol“

“Everything about this place is good....... Dogs are not welcome.,service animals too....
They said no dogs at 1st,then I stated she is service animal.

Then he grilled me on type of service she provides, we answered his demands,but still didn't want us to have the service animal.
We finally got to eat. But after about 30 minutes of waiting, then they stuck us in the back corner, but he clearly did not want the dog in the building.

So bring your service animals here. But be prepared for a verbal confrontation and questioning.“

“The OG. the tastiest. the smokiest. the best. don't wear your favorite new sweater. ladies tie your hair back. and get down.“

“The food and service were amazing. The meats and options they have here are very unique and delicious, up to 32 different options. The person who gave us our meat was nice and caring. As some side notes, if this is your first time going to Korean BBQ place, you cook your own food so make sure you know how to cook meats, also the music they played here is pretty good!“

“One of the BEST BBQ'S in Los Angeles!“

“My first time and very satisfied. I ordered pork soup with rice and it is soooooo good!“

“Hands down one of my favorite Korean restaurants for years. The food just tastes amazing. Well known amongst Koreans for a reason. I always get the bulgogi and dongchimi noodles. The dongchimi noodles are a must when coming here, it’s what it’s best known for. Paired with their bulgogi, the experience just gets better. I’m not one who likes sweet, soy based marinated meats, but this place does it so well. Their marinade is not too strong or sweet, the meat is soft. Dip it into their nutty and savory sesame oil? Game over. The combination is just amazing. Please try these two together! Highly recommend. Yes, the bulgogi is a bit pricey, but it hits and the meat is so soft.“

“Mjd K-BBQ has an absolute top-tier atmosphere! It’s vibrant, loud in the best way possible, and filled with a wonderful, upbeat crowd.
The lively environment makes the grilling experience so much more enjoyable and dynamic. Even with the bustling, high-energy crowd, the service remains fast and attentive.“

“I ordered from Uber eats. First time trying this store and omg it was so good. I saw a video and I get all the hype. All the dishes were super delicious my favorite was the Spicy BBQ Pork Yubu ​super yummy. the best part is that the portions are really generous for the price. you won't regret eating here super yummy.“

“The vibe is amazing. High energy for sure. Great place to come and have a conversation or be loud with your friends. The meat quality is amazing. Everything is fresh never Frozen. The kimchi the sauce, the soup, the salad, the meat, literally everything is just top tier. The prices are so freaking good, it's priced like the super cheap quality places but it's literally just so damn good.

Good hours, good quality, Good vibe, five out of five, only thing that sucks is parking LOL“

“Didn't know they had more than one restaurant in the L.A. area. This is the second one we tried and it didn't disappoint, it was just as good as the first time and second times we visited the Koreatown location. The service, the food, everything is great.“

“I was a little hesitant when I first entered and saw all of the employees were clearly not korean

But this elevated KBBQ experience was absolutely incredible and worth the price

There was so many more banchan that you’d normally see, with a few items I’ve never even had before, like their seaweed noddle salad, which was REALLY good and had a texture similar to jellyfish.

The japjae was kind of underwealming tho. Would rather have it just be replacable with fried rice or something.

The meats were all exceptional, the seafood was cooked in the kitchen and brought out and was also delicious, and the steamed egg is really good too.

Genuinely will come back next time in in LA.“

“Amazing food, so worth the price as well! The 대창 is so delicious!! I have twin babies and the restaurant was very accommodating to my family & I with our stroller. We really appreciated it since we previously came from a way more spacious outdoor restaurant that gave us horrible service due to us having babies with us. So we left and decided to come to Yangmani instead to celebrate my wife’s birthday. Will be back for the amazing food and wonderful welcoming service from the staff! Thank you!“

“I'll give this place a ten star if I could; it's not your average hole in the wall joint! I tried the Spicy BBQ with shrimp fried rice and it was amazing! Even their Thai Tea was one of the best I've had in recent memories. The Shrimp fried rice had the perfect amount of fire taste: not too overpowering and not too subtle which was perfect. The amount was perfect as well: the thing was heavy for just one order. The Spicy BBQ also came with a dipping sauce that was very unique; it was citrous-y and fishy and it wasn't like anything I've tasted before which was amazing! For what it's worth, you can't go wrong with this place!“

“I’ve been here several times—it’s my go-to spot for grilled seafood. I usually order one of the group sets, and I love how it comes with a variety of sides like fried dishes, spicy rice cakes, Korean pancakes, and even noodles at the end. It’s a great value if you’re coming with a group.
They also have both indoor and outdoor seating, which is nice depending on the vibe you’re going for.
During our most recent visit, Daniel our server was super friendly and attentive. I accidentally left my bag there after dinner and didn’t realize until the next day. Thankfully, they kept it safe. Huge thanks to Jeff for securing it and Daniel for reaching out once he got the message. I really appreciated that!
I’ve been here multiple times and will definitely keep coming back.“

“Ribs and chocolate cake, and sweet smashed potatoes and mac n cheese were superb. As was the tri tip salad. Service was the best. I wish I could teach ALL restaurants how to make regular mashed potatoes, especially if they aren't serving gravy. Never the less, 5 stars.“

“What a hidden treasure in WLA! The restaurant is a combination of delicious food, a wonderful staff and a fantastic owner!!!! The wings (and many other choices) are delicious and made with loving care. The food makes me smile!!!!!!“

“A great combination of flavors for rub. Great for any type of smoked meat and it's sure to get the family together everytime!“

“Love coming with the family. Food is always great, good music, but we especially love the customer service. My daughter is autistic and they always accommodate us. The staff is always on their feet and constantly check up on you. Everyone is so friendly, they make the whole experience more enjoyable.“

“Amazing food the owner is so sweet definitely will return“

“It’s funny to me when people complain about things like not being allowed to split portions for one person, not being able to take food home, sushi being ‘too big,’ or even time limits lol. I think the sense of entitlement is real among some of us. I genuinely love the food, the variety, and the soju—this is honestly one of the best places to enjoy Korean BBQ.

Maybe some people are just used to getting free passes and special treatment elsewhere, but here everyone is treated equally. That’s all it really is.“

“The Food:
​The Order: We ordered the Type C combo for 4 people and added an extra order of sauced galmaegi (pork skirt meat) along with two noodle dishes.
​The Taste: Everything tasted really good, and their banchan (side dishes) were excellent as well, rounding out the meal perfectly.
​The Vibe & Service:
​Atmosphere: This is a really nice place to go for a group dinner.
​Wait Time & Staff: We walked right in with no need for an appointment/reservation. While the dining market feels a little slow right now, Sookdal is still putting out very good quality food and has a highly attentive staff.
​Logistics:
​Parking: Be prepared for valet parking only, which runs about $6.
​Verdict:
A reliable, high-quality Korean BBQ spot with great service that makes group dining incredibly easy.“

“Been meaning to come here for a long time, glad we finally made it. I didnt realize this was in Maydan market, which was an added bonus, as its a really cool area with lots of great food options. The food at Ponchos was outstanding. The tlayuda was huge and super filling, but i also had to try the mole turkey leg, which was tender, juicy, and richly flavored.“

“I had the beef rib. I pulled the bone out myself… no muscles needed just pull and eat the goodness. Hubby had the brisket. We both were full and happy with leftovers 😋😋😋👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾❤️❤️❤️“

“We ate inside at the counter and tried a little bit of a few things off the menu. The sweet & spicy fried chicken and fried chicken dumplings were delicious. 😋🍴 We also tried the bulgogi and spicy chicken bowl and both were so delicious. As a side note, the man that waited on us (not sure if it was the owner or not) was very nice and hospitable. ☺️“

“We loved everything about this place! We sat outside and were seated quickly on a Saturday with no reservations, we did get there right when they opened. Service was exceptional, staff was awesome and we will be visiting again!!“

“Loved this place — it feels like a step up from your typical KBBQ spot in LA.

The meat quality was immediately noticeable, especially the marbling. Everything we tried was well-balanced in flavor and cooked beautifully, but the standout for me was the intestines combo (곱창콤보). It was rich, clean, and surprisingly refined — not overly greasy or heavy like it can be at other places.

We also ordered a few sides, and they were all solid. The cold noodles were refreshing and cut through the richness of the meal nicely, and the spicy chicken feet had a good depth of flavor without being overwhelming.

What I really appreciated was the overall atmosphere — it felt genuinely Korean, not overly commercialized. The wall of celebrity signatures added a fun touch without taking away from the dining experience.

It’s a bit of a drive to Buena Park, but for the quality and overall experience, I’d say it’s worth it. I’d definitely come back.“

“Great stop. Rich is the best.“