The best places to eat Korean BBQ in Los Angeles are Park's BBQ, Hae Jang Chon, Oo-Kook Korean BBQ, Genwa Korean BBQ, Soot Bull Jip, Sun Ha Jang BBQ, Soowon Galbi, Quarters Korean BBQ, Magal BBQ, and Majangdong. Each offers a distinct experience, from high-end beef to charcoal grilling and specialized menus.
As a tourist in Los Angeles, you have a lot of sightseeing to do and an array of restaurants to choose from. However, one thing is certain – you must visit K-town and try out some of the best Korean BBQ specialities out there.
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Park's BBQ
Park's BBQ is known for its high-quality beef and other meats. Locals would say it's an institution.
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Some might think this place is overpriced compared to other Korean restaurants. However, the service and the atmosphere, besides the good food, at Park's BBQ are certainly worth it.
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Park's BBQ
Address: 955 S Vermont Ave G, Los Angeles, CA 90006, USA
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Hae Jang Chon Korean BBQ restaurant
Hae Jang Chon is frequently praised as a go-to for large portions and an energetic, busy atmosphere. Meat enthusiasts love this place because of the beef brisket, pork belly, and steak.
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People love Hae Jang Chon for its lively, energetic atmosphere which enhances the whole dining experience.
Hae Jang Chon Korean BBQ restaurant
Address: 3821 W 6th St, Los Angeles, CA 90020, USA
3.
Oo-Kook Korean BBQ
Those who are into romance would love Oo-Kook Korean BBQ because of its dimly lit and fancy-looking restaurant. However, this isn't the only reason why people love this place. It's all-you-can-eat at Oo-Kook so make sure to order a variety of food because it's tasty, especially their sirloin beef, beef belly, and duck breasts.
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Side dishes are an important part of the Korean BBQ experience. Just a side tip – make sure to book this place if you plan to come in a large group. It can be a lifesaver!
Oo-Kook Korean BBQ
Address: 3385 W 8th St, Los Angeles, CA 90005, USA
4.
Genwa Korean BBQ
Genwa Korean BBQ offers a unique dining experience. They serve a variety of banchan. They also serve a selection of side dishes.
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Genwa Korean BBQ offers a variety of meat options. The fried rice dishes will amaze you. The soups and spicy pork at this restaurant are popular choices. Genwa Korean BBQ offers a memorable dining experience.
Genwa Korean BBQ
Address: 170 N La Cienega Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90211, USA
5.
Soot Bull Jip restaurant
Korean BBQ restaurants are abundant in Los Angeles, but how many of them use charcoal? If you'd like to get the prime experience, you should visit Soot Bull Jip. They use charcoal which gives the food some special tastes and flavours.
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Soot Bull Jip is noted for its traditional charcoal grilling, a distinguishing feature. This alone makes it a win in Los Angeles.
Soot Bull Jip restaurant
Address: 3136 W 8th St, Los Angeles, CA 90005, USA
6.
Sun Ha Jang BBQ
For those who are hunting for delicious, high-quality and spicy duck slices, Sun Ha Jang is a perfect place for you to try. This restaurant serves duck meat only with a variety of different side dishes. The meat is flavorful and tender. It melts like butter in your mouth.
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At the end of the meal, they make a duck fried rice dish that's simply mouthwatering so you don't need to order additional rice before. However, the portions are rather small and pricey, but there are parking lots outside which is a big bonus.
Sun Ha Jang BBQ
Address: 4032 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90019, USA
7.
Soowon Galbi KBBQ Restaurant
Soowon Galbi offers a comparable high-end experience to Park's BBQ at a better price point. Must-try items in Soowon Galbi Korean BBQ are the Seng Galbi, a non-marinated short-rib, and the Kkot Salt, a prime rib.
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Side dishes are always fresh and very thoughtfully prepared. Experimenting with food doesn't always come easy, but cilantro kimchi in Soowon is definitely worth it.
Soowon Galbi KBBQ Restaurant
Address: 856 Vermont Ave B, Los Angeles, CA 90005, USA
8.
Quarters Korean BBQ
Even though this restaurant isn't as popular as Park's BBQ, the quality of the meats is top notch. You can choose from a wide array of meats such as a marinated short-rib, a steak or a pork belly.
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What makes this place unique among Korean BBQ places is its lively atmosphere. This makes Quarters Korean BBQ perfect for hanging out with friends and family.
Quarters Korean BBQ
Address: 3465 W 6th St, Los Angeles, CA 90020, USA
9.
Magal BBQ
Even though it's not an all-you-can-eat restaurant, locals still recommend Magal BBQ. That's because everything tastes great – from pork to beef to side dishes and rice. Magal BBQ is one of Korean BBQ grill restaurants that are well-known for grilled squid.
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Additionally, grilled mushrooms and pineapple are so flavorful that they make people return to Magal BBQ. The dining area is modern with barrel style seating, which makes this restaurant even more attractive to couples and friends.
Magal BBQ
Address: 3460 W 8th St, Los Angeles, CA 90005, USA
10.
Majangdong
Even though Majangdong is one of the newest Korean BBQ restaurants in LA, it's becoming more and more crowded because it specializes in intestine dishes. The quality of their meat is also very high.
They also serve fried rice made of leftover intestines. However, they should work on implementing more side dishes in order to make the menu more attractive.
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This Korean BBQ grill place can definitely compete with the rest of the top-rated Korean restaurants in LA. Trying their Soybean paste soup and slushie-Soju is a must. Moreover, the service is attentive and outstanding, which certainly means a lot when you have tough competition in the city of angels.
Majangdong Restaurant
Address: 3063 W 8th St, Los Angeles, CA 90005, USA
In a nutshell, one thing is certain – Los Angeles might as well be a paradise for Korean cuisine enthusiasts. That rich array of flavours, spices and tastes will win you over once you give it a chance.
Once you get your fill of Korean BBQ in LA, here are some things to do in the city to burn off those calories! It's not every day you get to be in the city of angels and movie stars.
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