50 Best Barbeque Restaurants near Marina Del Rey

“I was craving ribs & collard greens- so we went out and got some! What I was not expecting was the largest rib I’ve seen in a WHILE!
Thank you for explaining your menu to us and for the woman on register for genuinely being such kind people to us and others as we sat to eat. :)“

“super tasty food and amazing service!! it felt like such an elevated dining experience. and there’s also a lot of parking in the lot it’s located in!!

i order the combo a, house chicken, steamed egg and we had some leftovers!

will be coming back!!“

“Casual dinning atmosphere“

“The Cast and Plow is a regular dining place for us. Maybe three times a year for over 27 years. Valentines, birthday and anniversary. Plus other events just because. We feel very comfortable and welcome here and enjoy the staff and cuisine all the time.“

“Great Bbq! Great service!“

“My first time to dine here. Enjoyed the food n I got just enough for me to eat.Food was really good.“

“Just finished a fabulous dinner at the DTLA location! We got the Block Bowl and a Combo plate with Brisket and Pulled Pork - everything was delicious, the service was really warm and friendly, and the whole vibe was great! We’ve been eyeing this place for awhile and will definitely be back!!“

“The best quality Korean BBQ I've ever had! We had the butcher's pride 1 and it was the perfect amount of food for two people. It includes short ribs, finger meat, wagyu, and marinated short ribs. There are also numerous side dishes from kimchi to green onion jeon. You may also ask for rice if you'd like some to go with the marinaded short ribs.

With tax and tips, we ended up paying about $100 per person. Is it on the pricey end? Yes. Is it overpriced? Slightly. Is it a good food experience? It was. Would I come back again? Depends on who I'm with.“

“Came here on a rainy day with my husband and what a wonderful experience! The staff were super welcoming and attentive, the food was delicious, my favorite was the beef bulgogi (so much flavor) and my husband’s was the spicy chicken (juicy). We got the silver tier but will be back to try to golf tier! Music was on point. Tysm MJD and our server Gun!“

“great food. great experience and quality of meat“

“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. ☺️“

“So I found this place on Google since I was on my lunch and decided to give it a shot, honestly, I was expecting the bowl to be a little bit small but it’s actually a pretty good size, the meat is very delicious, very well cooked, moist, and just full of flavor, the people that work there are super friendly and made the food pretty quickly, maybe because I just barely opened up, I’m not sure. But for $13, I’d say it’s worth it. I’m definitely coming back here again“

“I’ve been to Kaif several times, and it’s always a great experience! The hookahs are amazing and full of flavor, the food is delicious, and the staff is always friendly and attentive. The atmosphere is great, and everything is consistently on point. Definitely one of my favorite spots — highly recommend!“

“I worked at the Hollywood location in 2010. Its probably the best BBQ I ever tasted and glad I was a part of!“

“I stumbled upon this place as I was heading to the beach, but I was needing a bite to eat. I looked online first to see the menu and I like what I saw there wasn’t anybody in there as it was a Thursday afternoon but that’s probably because people were at work still the customer service I got when I first entered. The restaurant was fabulous. The guy was very knowledgeable pointed out some suggestions and I ordered a pulled chicken sandwich with coleslaw, side of mac & cheese barbecue baked beans and french fries the meal came out within 10 minutes. It was very flavorful. It was hot. The baked beans had very good seasoning and the mac & cheese was doing what it was supposed to do the barbecue sauce that was included for the pulled chicken sandwich was spicy, but not too hot. Needless to say I devoured everything. I would definitely recommend you going by this place. They have a vast menu with a lot of options. Take my word for it.“

“I'm hooked on this place! The meat is tender NEVER over smoked or tough. The Fried cornbread balls(deep fried buttery goodness with a touch of sweet) delicious! I'm on my way now Vroooooom 🚗. Sides are good beans ,mac, just 😋 Yum. See you in 30! Brisket and Ribs!“

“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“

“Nice place very good to eat“

“Great food, service and atmosphere“

“I recommend the Bbq chicken, Rack of Ribs and Brisket overall everything I ordered was delicious.“

“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.“

“Absolutely phenomenal duck KBBQ. Never had duck for KBBQ and it was decadent. All of the ducks cooks and smothered in duck fat and in the garlic. At the end they made fried rice with banchan and duck fat. It was heavenly. It was perfect for a large group of 10 with their semi-private dining in the back. A must try.“

“Great Bbq! Great service!“

“This place deserves to be on every foodie’s checklist. A must-eat in Redondo Beach!“

“We ordered the Variety combo, lettuce ssam, and the dry aged a-la-carte for our table, and it was a solid lineup of quality beef. Everything hit just right. The banchan was fresh and the pacing was easy, and the staff kept the grill moving without hovering.

The marinated quail eggs are absolutely delicious. You’ll leave smelling like smoke and garlic, but it’s entirely worth it.“

“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!!!!!!“

“Best BBQ EVER
I’ve gone to other places and always end going back to this place. It’s insane how comfortable they make me feel almost like if I was part of there family music environment and delicious food and. Affordable as well“

“waitresses went out there way to make sure you were 100 percent satisfied..“

“Good KBBQ near Cape Town with convenient parking.

I have been here a few times now and always with a large group. Their staff does such a good job handling so many people.

The meat is always fresh and I particularly like all of the sides they offer for your barbecue.

They kept the drinks coming too, which was much appreciated when we were there was such a large party.“

“Came here for valentines with my boyfriend and we made a reservation in advance. There’s some parking available in their lot but it can be crowded, so we opted for street parking. We ordered the garlic noodles, fried rice (which was my mom’s recommendation), and two cuts of meat. We left satisfied but not overly stuffed. The waiter was nice and though it did get a little smoky at times, it was a nice vibe. The fried garlic noodles had a great texture and the fried rice had an umami taste. The meat was tender and you cook it yourself. They have an omakase option if you’re looking to be more structured.“

“Whether you visit with family, friends or colleagues, this restaurant is proud to provide you with an outstanding dining experience.“

“Best Korean bbq in Los Angeles. 강력추천합니다.“

“My son told us about this place so we tried it out. Earliest reservation we could get on the Saturday was at 9pm. Nice atmosphere with warm lighting. Staff was friendly and customers all seemed to be enjoying themselves. We sat at the bar so we got to see the chefs grilling up the sticks. Everything we ordered was grilled just right nothing overcooked. If I had to pick a favorite for the night I'd choose the duck but enjoyed everything. Definitely would come back the next time we're in Southern California.“

“Bull BBQ is very tasty, always a great choice. The staff are very nice and helpful, you’ll enjoy a nice meal and they do everything to make your meal a great dining experience. I’m always too stuffed for dessert, next time I’ll try to save room. The prices are very reasonable and the menu is quite extensive. The AYCE Menu A is a great choice, but Menu B has some special options that elevate your meal to something very special. They also have other dishes to add onto your meal, all this and the included banchan “Korean Pickled Dishes” make for a delicious meal. Every table has very good ventilation, so it’s always a nice dining experience.“

“​Beyond the food, the service was attentive and fast. The staff made sure we had plenty of bibs, gloves, and napkins without having to ask, and the lively, unpretentious atmosphere made for a great casual meal.
​If you are looking for bold, messy, flavor-packed seafood done right, this spot is well worth the visit.“

“Chose this place because of their STAR rating on google and it did not disappoint! Robert was very friendly and professional! We had the beef brisket and beef rib dinners with salad, potato salad and beans.. the ribs were huge and delicious! The brisket was well cooked and tasty! HIGHLY recommend this place! It was definitely worth it.“

“The flavor is outstanding!! I wish I lived in the area so I could eat it more often. Cooked to perfection with a rub that tickles the taste buds and warms the tummy. So Yum 😋“

“This place is incredible. I’m honestly shocked it doesn’t have more reviews or a Michelin star. My wife took me here for Father’s Day and it was just fantastic food. We eat at places all over the world, and we’re in Japan in March, and this was still a super special experience. Thank god it is 10 minutes down the road haha“

“Great ayce kbbq good priced options services are off the charts… And very friendly. Thank you roadtoseoul“

“I come to this superb restaurant from time to time since I like the good mood that is characterizes this place. The crew is very attentive and skilfull. The service is impressively rapid. Also, the food they serve is first-rate. I frequent more than once and I was never disappointed. The cost is honest. I suggest this place to to all.“

“one of the best! good food,good service 👍👍“

“I took the risk yesterday and went to pop-up BBQ joint APL. They were working out of a restaurant in Marina Del Rey, so I thought reluctantly to give them a shot. I knew they were expensive and likely not the “traditional” BBQ quality that I grew up with in L.A. I’d seen on social media that APL Barbecue almost always sold out, so I arrived 2 hours early. No one was in sight. I thought I’d gone to the wrong location. I looked around and saw 5 large pallets of fire wood stacked up in the rear of the building. Had to be for the smokers I thought. This must be the right place. I was just super early. About 30 minutes later I noticed 4 pillars of smoke coming up from behind the hedges in the patio area. I failed to look there before and walked over to find 4 large BBQ smokers at work. They were being attended by an African American gentleman. He seemed to know what he was doing. I started feeling a bit better on the potential quality of APL’s BBQ upon seeing this brutha handling the cooking. This was my opportunity to maybe find out the truth about APL’s suitability to my discerning taste buds. I walked over to him and said, “Bruh, lemme holla at you a minute. I’m new to APL and want to get your read on the BBQ. You know that there’s a difference between what some people call good BBQ, and what you or me might consider good Q.” He gave me a wry smile and a knowing nod. I knew he understood what I was cryptically saying. He asked about my regional knowledge of BBQ, from which I explained my preferences for North Carolina, and Texas styles of Q. He said it was more like Texan BBQ, which happens to be my favorite. He said that APL was the “real deal”. I was feeling good and hungry now. They opened the doors at 12:30 pm. A kid started passing out cornbread samples. I happily took one. I’m as critical of the sides as I am with my Q. Cornbread is rarely great and mostly just ok of from most BBQ joints. I took a bite. It was moist and very good with a honey taste but not too sweet. Kind of a cornbread-cake combo. Another very good sign! When I got to the front of the order line, the Bruh offered me a sample of the pork ribs. I took a bite. It was spot on. Had a nice light tug but was very tender and easy to pull off the bone. I couldn’t ID the flavor profile, but liked it a lot. I ended up buying 1 beef rib bone, 1 rack of pork ribs, and some cornbread for a total cost of $150. More than enough for 2 people for a couple of days or so. The beef rib was the best I’d ever had. Tasted more like a very good brisket. The pickle relish was outstanding. I wish I could buy it in a store or better yet get the recipe. Needless to say as a BBQ skeptic and traditionalist, that APL is real and highly recommended even with their high prices. I’m told they will be back in MDR at the same spot next weekend. It’s located Washington Bl. & Abbot Kinney. Go on Sunday when they will also sell smoked cowboy ribeye steaks. I’m told the rack of lamb is also outstanding. Before I walked away with my heavy bag of Q, I saw the the brutha I’d spoken to earlier chopping up some meat. It was loud and crowded in the restaurant. I spoke loudly in a manner I knew would get his attention and said, “Bruh! You were right. Thanks!” He smiled and responded back with the “brutha nod”.“

“What impressed me most was how seriously Sookdal takes quality control. The staff took full responsibility for cooking the meat, carefully checking every piece and making sure it was served at the perfect doneness while still tender and juicy. Everything was consistently flavorful, and their attention to detail made the entire experience exceptional.“

“Sakura House is one of the best kept secrets in Los Angeles. A tiny little spot tucked away in the corner of a strip center, you would never guess how special a hideaway, and how delicious the food is! I have been going there for years because the yakitori skewers and other dishes are consistently delicious and very satisfying. If I’m going to order something unfamiliar, it’s always a happy adventure. The service is excellent also. What’s great about this place is, it’s not the “place to be seen“ with people looking down their noses at you.
Instead, it’s a welcoming and casual secret refuge from all that, with excellent food and fair prices, and so comforting it will keep you coming back.“

“#23 lemon pepper its the best ��� Great restaurant awesome food great service“

“Best KBBQ ever! They never skimp on banchan - it's full 10 dish traditional banchan versus other gentrified spots that only give 3 or 4, AND it comes with steamed egg! Their prices are very reasonable and best quality of meat of all the places I've tried. The staff is so sweet and everything tastes homemade. My go-to spot!!!“

“Boss sauce hit the spot, my (almost) 2 year old tore it up! Love jimmy browns!“

“A Korean run Chinese skewer shop, serving lamb and beef skewers and other Korean/Chinese dishes. Skewers were tender and flavorful. Other dishes and banchan were really good too. Staff was great and basically cooks the skewers for you. The seating area is a bit small and ventilation isn't great so you'll def be smelling like bbq.“

“This was my first experience at this establishment. First, I am satisfied with the welcoming atmosphere set by the representatives. Second, the wait time for the food was short. Finally, the food was A1. In particular, I got the teriyaki BBQ chicken and dumplings. Overall, I am satisfied with my experience.“

“Wonderful place to eat and engage in good conversation because of the atmosphere/setting. Staff extremely polite and friendly. Food is definitely worth the visit !
I frequent the Wilshire location in Santa Monica every time i get the desire for next level Mexican Food . 🏆🏆🏆“