Food is decent but overpriced! I don't think it's worth it. We got course C and M1 platter and it wasn't enough meat for 9 people. Meat quality is good but nothing too special for the price. I think there's better options in ktown. Good variety of banchan. Staff is friendly though. They cook the meat for you. They included 20% tip in our bill. They only have valet parking $5 even though it's a very empty garage We reserved a table for a party of 18 but I don't think we even needed to make a reservation. We came on a Saturday night and it wasn't busy at all.
Kyunhong M.
Servers are very knowledgable and friendly. Our brisket was very lean, and before our server put the meat on the grill, he was asking if we want to change it to a little more fatty part. And He did it for us. You get what you pay for here.
Agasi O.
This place is probably still open because of its hype from a few years back. It's nothing like before. Everything is overpriced. Average quality food. Chairs, tables, other equipment inside just looks super outdated. Place even smells kinda weird by the entrance. Everything is old and outdated. It's pretty much dead inside. Few customers on a Saturday night. Probably won't be around much longer unless they make some changes.
Our family came on a weeknight, no wait, immediate seating. Free valet parking in the garage was easy. Service was excellent, and food was delicious. Lots of food, tons of small side dishes. Highly recommend!
Helen T.
Despite the amazing reviews this place has, my friend and I had a terrible experience at this restaurant. The meat quality wasn't great and we both suffered from food poisoning after our first visit, leaving me bedridden for over four days.... It's disappointing that this experience turned into such a horrible ordeal. Definitely won't be returning.
Danielle L.
Nice presentation with the variety of Ban Chan however, they were mostly cold, hard and dry: some Ban Chan(side dishes) should be soft and warm though: cold should be cold, warm should be warm. Lack of greetings from the wait staff. No Hi, Hello, Welcome and Thank you. It gave the guests feeling of they did not care much. The quality of meat was good. Both Bibim Neng Myun and Cold Mul Neng Myun were not worth for the prices due to its bland taste. PPL who are not familiar with Korean 냉면(Neng Myun) would not mind if they would not know well how Neng Myun should be. 4 star: the presentation of dishes, Quantity of Ban Chan, & Ambiance (nice & clean) 3 star: quality of meat 1 star: guests service, the quality of Ban chan, the taste of Neng Myun, & grilling technique of the server It is sad to see the overall service of this place has been going down slowly, not as good as before since its opening.
Ken L.
This is the BEST Korean BBQ spot in Los Angeles! I stand by that whole heartedly! We don't eat Korean BBQ anywhere else, but here! It's not AYCE, but the meat is quality. The service is excellent and the food is delicious! It's on the pricier side, but it's worth it. Five stars!
Frank M.
OVERPRICED. Please Don't come here. I ended up going to McDonalds after because of how much of a snack this was.
Vivian C.
When I first went to Genwa it was very good. Hot towels to start. At the end there were towel tablets that they pour hot water on. Plus lollipop candies to give with the check. But this time I went, the service wasn't as good. Not towels at all. No candies. The plate we order used to come in a hot stone pot but now just in a white bowl. Food gets cold so fast. Not sure if I will go back.
Sam Jowell
Hello,I visited Genwa last week and when it came time to pay, I gave $60 cash and the bill was $120. I asked them to use the $60 and charge my card the remaining $60.They took the $60 and charged my card $120.I noticed and the waitress claimed not to speak English. I then told the manager who laughed at it.They then did it correctly.They tried to steal and scam me.
One of my favorite Korean bbq places to hit up in LA. It's pricey, but that's expected for the amazing quality of food. I would always come here with my sister when we lived a block away; we would usually split an order of the beef brisket, bulgogi, japchae, and kimchi jjigae. Genwa hits the spot and packs in great flavor, you can tell that the meat and vegetables are fresh. It's the perfect weekend dinner treat. Service is always great, servers cook for you and are frequently checking in. Dining room is clean, spacious, and provides plenty of seating for parties large and small. It's a trendy restaurant that is all vibes, is cool and hip.
Jason O.
Food service was on point. Zero complaints. Food was well prepared so the most side dishes I've ever seen
Zachary Shepard
$14 draft beer. Full stop.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
Andrew Baker
Update: it's alright. The food was alright, the service was fine, the atmosphere was benign , But something is just sort of...less than awesome. I think it was the total lack of drunk and rowdy Korean college kids? Maybe it's that it wasn't in a seedy strip mall? It was a good place to bring a lot of people, I guess, but it's not really the highest possible Korean barbecue experience. I don't need to go back. I wasn't exactly disappointed. There was meat and alcohol and a grill in the middle of the table, no denying that, no denying that, but as a foodie and cultural experience, I think you ought to keep searching. Remember, three stars means "It's OK"Parking: Valet only
Food is decent but overpriced! I don't think it's worth it. We got course C and M1 platter and it wasn't enough meat for 9 people. Meat quality is good but nothing too special for the price. I think there's better options in ktown. Good variety of banchan. Staff is friendly though. They cook the meat for you. They included 20% tip in our bill. They only have valet parking $5 even though it's a very empty garage We reserved a table for a party of 18 but I don't think we even needed to make a reservation. We came on a Saturday night and it wasn't busy at all.
Servers are very knowledgable and friendly. Our brisket was very lean, and before our server put the meat on the grill, he was asking if we want to change it to a little more fatty part. And He did it for us. You get what you pay for here.
This place is probably still open because of its hype from a few years back. It's nothing like before. Everything is overpriced. Average quality food. Chairs, tables, other equipment inside just looks super outdated. Place even smells kinda weird by the entrance. Everything is old and outdated. It's pretty much dead inside. Few customers on a Saturday night. Probably won't be around much longer unless they make some changes.
Our family came on a weeknight, no wait, immediate seating. Free valet parking in the garage was easy. Service was excellent, and food was delicious. Lots of food, tons of small side dishes. Highly recommend!
Despite the amazing reviews this place has, my friend and I had a terrible experience at this restaurant. The meat quality wasn't great and we both suffered from food poisoning after our first visit, leaving me bedridden for over four days.... It's disappointing that this experience turned into such a horrible ordeal. Definitely won't be returning.
Nice presentation with the variety of Ban Chan however, they were mostly cold, hard and dry: some Ban Chan(side dishes) should be soft and warm though: cold should be cold, warm should be warm. Lack of greetings from the wait staff. No Hi, Hello, Welcome and Thank you. It gave the guests feeling of they did not care much. The quality of meat was good. Both Bibim Neng Myun and Cold Mul Neng Myun were not worth for the prices due to its bland taste. PPL who are not familiar with Korean 냉면(Neng Myun) would not mind if they would not know well how Neng Myun should be. 4 star: the presentation of dishes, Quantity of Ban Chan, & Ambiance (nice & clean) 3 star: quality of meat 1 star: guests service, the quality of Ban chan, the taste of Neng Myun, & grilling technique of the server It is sad to see the overall service of this place has been going down slowly, not as good as before since its opening.
This is the BEST Korean BBQ spot in Los Angeles! I stand by that whole heartedly! We don't eat Korean BBQ anywhere else, but here! It's not AYCE, but the meat is quality. The service is excellent and the food is delicious! It's on the pricier side, but it's worth it. Five stars!
OVERPRICED. Please Don't come here. I ended up going to McDonalds after because of how much of a snack this was.
When I first went to Genwa it was very good. Hot towels to start. At the end there were towel tablets that they pour hot water on. Plus lollipop candies to give with the check. But this time I went, the service wasn't as good. Not towels at all. No candies. The plate we order used to come in a hot stone pot but now just in a white bowl. Food gets cold so fast. Not sure if I will go back.
Hello,I visited Genwa last week and when it came time to pay, I gave $60 cash and the bill was $120. I asked them to use the $60 and charge my card the remaining $60.They took the $60 and charged my card $120.I noticed and the waitress claimed not to speak English. I then told the manager who laughed at it.They then did it correctly.They tried to steal and scam me.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 4
Service: 1
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HELLO MR.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 3
One of my favorite Korean bbq places to hit up in LA. It's pricey, but that's expected for the amazing quality of food. I would always come here with my sister when we lived a block away; we would usually split an order of the beef brisket, bulgogi, japchae, and kimchi jjigae. Genwa hits the spot and packs in great flavor, you can tell that the meat and vegetables are fresh. It's the perfect weekend dinner treat. Service is always great, servers cook for you and are frequently checking in. Dining room is clean, spacious, and provides plenty of seating for parties large and small. It's a trendy restaurant that is all vibes, is cool and hip.
Food service was on point. Zero complaints. Food was well prepared so the most side dishes I've ever seen
$14 draft beer. Full stop.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
Update: it's alright. The food was alright, the service was fine, the atmosphere was benign , But something is just sort of...less than awesome. I think it was the total lack of drunk and rowdy Korean college kids? Maybe it's that it wasn't in a seedy strip mall? It was a good place to bring a lot of people, I guess, but it's not really the highest possible Korean barbecue experience. I don't need to go back. I wasn't exactly disappointed. There was meat and alcohol and a grill in the middle of the table, no denying that, no denying that, but as a foodie and cultural experience, I think you ought to keep searching. Remember, three stars means "It's OK"Parking: Valet only
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4