Korean Barbecue Restaurants near Santa Ana, CA

“Skyleur us the best. He is an awesome waiter. He remembered who I was from months ago. He makes the experience that much better! Thanks Skyleur!“

“Excellent service and food“

“One of my favorite places to get naengmyun. Mo Ran Gak is a name that is widely known to have reputable cold noodles.
When you get a meat dish with naengmyun, they give you a small side dish of the spicy one as well. Or vice versa if you got the spicy, you'll get the broth one as a side.
There is a small parking lot here and usually a line even right when they open.
I would advise on coming early or putting aside enough time to wait 1 hour before being seated on a busy day.“

“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 food and prices, service was awesome“

“When you enter, the delicious aroma hits you immediately. It's not the prettiest place but it has a fun atmosphere none the less. Enjoyed the k-pop playing in the background.

The marinated beef bulgogi was delicious. So was the beef belly. Also, they had 2 flavors of thrifty brand ice cream for dessert. That was an unexpected and tasty surprise.

We will definitely be going again. Next time we will bring the whole family (& friends).“

“The quality of the pork belly was excellent, and the service of having the staff grill the meat for us made the experience very comfortable. The variety of pickled side dishes was impressive and paired perfectly with the meat. Both the doenjang-jjigae and kimchi-jjigae were absolutely delicious. The restaurant itself was spacious and very clean. One thing I wish was that the staff could have been a bit friendlier, but overall, if you’re looking for authentic Korean-style pork BBQ, I’d definitely recommend this place.“

“Great experience!!! Great food!!!“

“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…“

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

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

“Very good 🥩 steak. Will come here again ❤️“

“Great service, really premium meat, family friendly, we tried Halal lamb and it was vey delicious, tender and perfectly marinated with great spices.
This place is definitely GoTo when you want to Try Korean BBQ style.
Homemade desserts worth the try“

“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.“

“Great spot for Korean bbq but they're not an all you can eat spot, nor do they have combos. Everything is a la carte so it can get pricey. But the food is good. Oh, and always ask for fried rice after the meal. You have to pay for it but it's worth it. Side note, ground gets slippery so wear something that grips. Greasy floors.“

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

“Korean BBQ is one of my favorite types of meals, and Baekjeong definitely raised the standard. The meats were high quality and the environment was very nice. The side dishes were delicious and could be refilled as well. This is definitely one of my favorite KBBQ places.“

“Great spot with indoor & outdoor seating, walk-up ordering, and friendly service. The food is consistently delicious, and the happy hour deals are a real bonus. Open 10:30 AM to 8:30 PM, it’s perfect for lunch, dinner, or drinks. Relaxed vibe, great value—definitely worth checking out!

The best thing here is both beef and chicken plates or bowls. Excellent rice and the side selection is solid. The sauce is good too.“

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

“My second time and I know quality. The Bulgogi and teriyaki bowls are excellent. Freshly made to order and teriyaki sauce tastes home made. The area is not the greatest. But willing to eat here, well worth it. Portions are humongous as well.“

“Honey Pig BBQ is a lively and fun Korean BBQ spot that never disappoints. Their signature tabletop grill setup is a feast for the eyes and the taste buds. I love how everything is cooked right in front of you, from the thinly sliced beef brisket to the generously seasoned kimchi and bean sprouts. The sizzling sound and aroma create an experience as much as a meal.

One highlight for me is their post-BBQ fried rice. The staff mixes leftover juices and ingredients from the grill into rice, resulting in a savory, crispy dish that’s worth saving room for. The side dishes are plentiful, fresh, and perfectly complement the main dishes.

The restaurant’s atmosphere is vibrant, though it can get a bit smoky and loud during peak hours, adding to the lively experience. Service is attentive, with staff regularly helping manage the grill and ensuring you’re enjoying your meal.

If you’re in the mood for a casual gathering with friends or family and want to enjoy authentic Korean BBQ with an interactive twist, Honey Pig BBQ is a solid choice.“

“Great selection of meats and side dishes“

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

“Why I’m writing this review it’s because the food was good. The brisket was good and the lady too and I appreciate her so much and grateful she should get a $10 tip and every time she pick up the food when she when it’s cooked she says it’s hot. That’s nice. Good vibes.“

“Nice place to hang out with friends“

“Quality meat that’s not frozen. Good ventilation. Prompt service.“

“We took my husband for Father's Day and to b at a unique restaurant like this I wasn't sure how all 6 of us would find something that we all liked to eat and wow this place was perfect. The best fathers day in a very long time and this place was not at all a disappointment. We enjoyed everything and the only problem was how loud it was and a little on the hot side with all the cooking stoves but we didn't care because we had a server that made sure we had everything we needed right at the precise time. I am not usually a big tipper but that day was so great like the planets lined perfectly in the universe 😁😃 good job we r now thinking of thanksgiving at All that bbq. I hope you are open then . Not a 🤣 joke great job .“

“Delicious and affordable AYCE KBBQ with quality meats. You can order select meats from the server and they also have a self serve meat bar with lots of options. Few of my favorites from the premium menu were: the wagyu beef belly, prime marinated short rib, and prime marinated boneless short rib cut.

They offer 3 menu options~ weekday lunch ($21.99), signature ($29.99) and premium ($38.99), which all include the meat station.

Great service and they came by often to change the grill.“

“We came to this GEN a couple months ago and had a horrible experience. I read past reviews today and it was very similar to what people are claiming. We left so disappointed and for an AYCE experience, we left hungry since no one was coming by to tend to us.

I called and spoke with Ricky, he handled the situation like a total professional. Very attentive and listened well to our concerns. He offered to comp us one dinner if we would return and try them again.

We went last night and were attended to by Maddie who made her rounds on checking up on us. She left Phil in charge of tending to us and he did a great job of making sure we felt comfortable and had a better experience than what we had before. In the middle of our dinner, another manager by the name of Geri or Jerry came by to explain to us the change in management and how corporate is taking over to help out this location back on its feet. I can see by reading past reviews that past management let the place go. We understood and continued with our dinner which was a much better experience. I’m thankful for the staff.

Looking around and being that we have visited many kbbqs before as well as several other GENs, I could see that the staff is all extremely hard working. From managers to servers to bussers, even bartenders helping with customers beyond the bar. But I can see some flaws that continue to plague the place at no fault of the staff. They are super shorthanded and overwhelmed with the nature of this service. Hard to keep up with customers needs and demands. Hard to maintain a proper flow of how food comes out and the time how it comes out. Side dishes that I’ve noticed at other places are standards to start with where not brought out without requesting it. When they do, it’s not aligned with how the meats are prepared, but understandable that they are clearly doing their best.

Perhaps GEN should revisit how their ordering system is used. Perhaps a digital order service would take some pressure off the staff. Adding proper staffing would also greatly help them in their mission to pick this location up.

All and all, they deserve the 5 stars. The assistance from Phil, Maddy and Gerri made this a much much better experience than what we had a few months ago. I’ll be open to revisiting them again in the future with excitement in hope that they are able to turn this location around. Their enthusiasm and professionalism shows that they are fully capable of doing so and creating a fun and enjoyable experience for all customers if the higher ups do their part. Don’t leave your team in the dark and supply them what they need to continue to bring in your revenue and keep that strong GEN name.“

“I love this ZIP BBQ in Tustin, Its small placed but it well management the store are very clean the services are great and fast the foods are excellence. Thanks will coming back and recomend“

“We have been coming here for several years. The food is delicious high-quality meat fast service and good prices. My sister and I enjoyed a delicious meal tonight. Thank you so much for that amazing meal. The restaurant has a great atmosphere and they will get you in and out Feeling satisfied every time. Our personal favor is menu B. Love the brisket, bulgogi, beef belly!“

“Israel our server greeted us with amazing service, never had us waiting, he was fast and friendly and he even served us our drinks before his shift ended making sure we get our refills in which we all appreciated very much please have him be shift leader because he literally had the floor at ease and on time with our meats and sides . Thank you Israel 💙“