Korean Barbecue Restaurants near Irvine, CA

“Came here for lunch special with my dad. Only one order allowed per person for $11.92 each. We got the spicy story fried pork and the seafood tofu. Both were excellent and quite spicy!! The waitress working there was the nicest person ever. Like over the top service and quality. Very clean and empty when we came during opening hours.“

“Nice place to hang out with friends“

“Had an amazing dining experience at Barkjeong-Irvine! Huge thanks to Manager Felix for creating such a welcoming and pleasant atmosphere. The ambiance and cleanliness were top-notch. Special shoutout to our server, Patric, for his incredible service. His warmth, professionalism, and in-depth menu knowledge made our meal unforgettable. The food was fresh, delicious, and impeccably prepared. Highly recommend this place for anyone looking for exceptional Korean BBQ and stellar service. Can't wait to come back! #KoreanBBQ #GreatService #MustTry“

“Price is high, but there’s never a wait. It is not the best for celiacs and dairy allergies, but you can usually make it mostly work with most servers if you stay on your toes.Honestly though, if you *really* wanna make sure you aren’t exposed to an allergen, I would suggest doing something like going in earlier to scope out with a server all the ways it could go wrong and how those ways could be communicated and avoided. Maybe even forthrightly pay for the service so the server really thinks through how you could make sure all your servers (you don’t have an individual one) are hip to your allergens.Vegetarian options: Oh god there really aren’t many. You’re gonna need to at least tolerate cross contamination.Dietary restrictions: As mentioned you can kinda make it work, but it’s strenuous and relatively high risk as these things go.Kid-friendliness: Honestly I think kbbq is pretty kid friendly in general unless the kids are animal loving vegetarians like I was.Wheelchair accessibility: Pretty fine tbh“

“Wagyu Meat and Grill is a family-owned teriyaki grill and fresh meat market specializing in top quality Wagyu beef bowls and plates. At the time of this review, they have 2 locations in Irvine and another in Buena Park. We visited their location off Irvine Center Drive near Sand Canyon Avenue. It can be found nestled in a strip mall between Bay Poke and Grater Grilled Cheese. Their website mentions "superior service", but IMO the staff was friendly enough but I wouldn't say they went above and beyond to ensure a quality dining experience. I ordered the Wagyu Moco because I can't resist a good loco moco. I'm a big eater, so I appreciated the size of the wagyu patty topped with an egg. The side of rice, mac salad and cole slaw served to complement what turned out to be a hearty meal. All in all, it was a good deal for the price and I would be willing to try again in the future.“

“I Can Barbecue Korean Grill is a must-visit destination for lovers of Korean cuisine and barbecue aficionados alike. With its delectable meats, inviting ambiance, and attentive service, it's no wonder why this restaurant is a favorite among Irvine's dining scene.“

“i came here on a monday night and was shocked to see how busy it was for a weekday. our server chance was such a cool guy! he was super nice and had great humor. we asked for beef belly and he recommend the lemon beef belly which ended up being SO GOOD. if you ever come here, he's the best. also i love cheese corn.“

“Still the best thing in Garden Grove for NangMyeon House and set menu Korean BBQ. There're no smell or greasy feelings in this clean restaurant with over twenty years of consistent service and dining experience. I strongly recommend this place for absolutely gorgeous Hwe NangMyeon and Mool NangMyeon. My Mukbang friends and family, Do Not Hesitate! Go forth and enjoy!“

“This place is just amazing. I've come here twice now, and every single time, it has been just as good as the first. The wet-aged pork here is super tender and super flavorful. Combined with the grilled cheese on top and the honey dipping sauce, that creates the perfect bite. We also always order the risotto, which is super delicious. We got the cold noodles, which was really good to eat to help cut through the oils from all the meat. The server will cook everything to perfection for you, so you don't need to worry about burning or undercooking any of the pork. Amazing service and clean restaurant, and probably my favorite place to get pork. You know it's real when you see the TVs playing videos of press from their locations in Korea.“

“Food is always wonderful! But the best part of my visit was the service. Our beautiful waitress Julie aka Ms. Heaven (inside joke) was so funny and such a great character! She always checked in on us and even stayed to have a couple of conversations with us. " I don't want to offend anybody but she is the best" - from the dad lol Thankyou Julie for such an amazing time, you are so kind and a breath of fresh air!!“

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

“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“

“Great selection of meats and side dishes“

“I used to eat here 20 years ago when I lived in Garden Grove. Back then, they let you get your own meat. I understand why they don't do that anymore after Covid19.Service was top-notch and quick. They didn't let you sit there very long once you ordered more meat. It came right away. All the sides, salads, and kimchi were top quality.Most Korean BBQ places are slick and walk by your grill and lower your flames so that it takes longer to cook. Not here they left the grill at high flames and changed my grill top 4 times without asking.All the meats were top cuts and not skimpy at all. When I asked for kalbi, they were huge cuts. Prime steak they quickly brought 16oz like they had 100s of pounds. Perfectly marinated bulgogi in a large quantity. Thinly cut brisket that melts in your mouth.By far, this is the best Korean BBQ place in the country. I've lived all over America, and I currently live in Texas. I try Korean BBQ wherever I go, but whenever I'm within 100 miles of Garden Grove, I come here. You won't be disappointed.“

“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“

“Lots of different flavored meats. Different cuts of meats. Everything was great. I liked the glass noodle type noodles, pickled radish definitely stands out in a good way, and service was great. I liked the back area, seemingly, for parties. Looking forward to visiting again.“