The vibes at this place is unmatched!! Loved it and their seafood is amazing. Our server provided great service with grilling. read more

Burnin' Shell - Seafood Near Me - Los Angeles, California

We ordered the Seafood Combo, and it was definitely worth it. Everything came out fresh and flavorful. The presentation was impressive, especially with the seafood being grilled right at the table, which made the whole experience feel interactive and fun. Every bite tasted fresh, and the variety in the combo made it easy to try a little of everything. The pricing is on the higher side, but it's reasonable for the quality of the seafood, generous portions, and overall dining experience. I'd definitely come back and would recommend it to anyone looking for a great Korean seafood BBQ spot~ read more

Better than Jebudo by 200%. No attitudes from the servers like Jebudo. Presentation was awesome - a single teeny weeny lobster with liquid nitrogen vapor was, a bit embarrassing (skip it). Not a good bang4the$ kind with small portions, but the sides offered had quality for sho, but quality of fresh seafood and the servers' dedication on cooking clams medium was respectful. Oh and the chili smoky jjuggumi aka baby octopus was a banger. Dark and laidback interiors were cool. Good job, Shell- read more

Always good here. Dark and cool inside. Parking at the back...i think its free during the day but turns into valet in the evening. Never a wait makes it 100x better. read more

Fresh shellfish, live grilled barbeque, fun vibes. There are about a dozen tables that accommodate 4 people each around a grill in the middle of the table. There's K-Pop music videos playing and lively cooking action. Be prepared for your clothes and hair to smell like barbeque. The server grills at the food for you, which is great because we wouldn't have been about to do it ourselves. We ordered a few bottles of soju and lots of water. Our party of four ordered the Prix Fix Master Set menu. There was so much food! The shellfish was super fresh...it was fun to watch the clams open as they are being cooked and the abalone squirm. I loved the perilla leaves as wrapped for the squid and the cooking presentation when the server torched the squid. The only few drawbacks were the vents weren't strong enough at our table, the potato was overcooked/charred, and the shrimp were really tough to peel. There's a parking lot behind the restaurant along Ingraham Street that wasn't too expensive. You also might get luck finding free street parking in the neighborhood a few blocks away. Overall, it was a great experience and amazing quality! read more

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Nice little shop. This place is super underrated. The seafood was super fresh. The set menu is exceptional in value. (It includes all the appetizers!) The waiters cook the seafood for you and replace the dead clams or any burnt food. The course does take a while, but food just keeps coming which is awesome! read more

Great food and quite the experience. Be careful as the shells can explode off the grill.

Foods were so good and delicious!!! Service was impeccable. Can't believe that I did not know this restaurant was here!!! I will definitely come back again soon~~ read more

Burnin' Shell - Side dishes- cold noodle, steamed egg, fried shrimps and buttered corn. - Seafood Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Jeffrey has been very helpful and kind and informative. Awesome service, love the environment and vibe here, it feels like a fancy dining ambient. The food taste great we got the captain set best set in the house with lobster. Considering if we should end it with sea eel but will see how we feel after read more

Burnin' Shell - Seafood Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This place is the definition of getting your moneys worth! I came here last month for my birthday with my about 9 of my friends. It was an amazing experience and I can't wait to come back! The food was amazing, and having grilled seafood cooked in front of you was surely an experience. I did forget the gentleman who took care of my reservation but he was literally the absolute sweetest. Our group did have to sit outside so it was a bit chilly but we still enjoyed. I'm telling you guys need to come here and experience it! read more

Burnin' Shell - Seafood Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I've been hearing about this place a lot recently it's basically Korean BBQ but with seafood. Came on a weekday with a group of 8, and while it's usually busy, we grabbed a table in the back patio so we didn't have to wait too long. We went with the Captain Set and the Crew Set. Both came with banchan and cold Korean noodles, which were super refreshing alongside all the grilled seafood. Everything is cooked over coals, which gives it a nice smoky flavor that really brings the seafood to life. I even tried hagfish for the first time it's definitely unique, but glad I gave it a shot. Price-wise, it feels a little high for what you get. At the end of the day it's just mainly clams and mussels.., so it didn't really fill me up the same way a KBBQ set would. But the quality was good, and I liked that the meal finished with a hot noodle soup comforting and a nice way to end the spread. Overall, it's a fun spot to check out with friends if you're into grilled seafood and want something different from the usual KBBQ routine. read more

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As a seafood lover, I love this spot. Service was quick. He was nice and helpful. Seafood is fresh. Tbh, everything was great. I'm not a mussels person and I didn't have any. We came with a big group and everything came out fairly quick. Performance def a watch too Will def recommend and comeback read more

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Burning shell good Korean seafood spot in ktown every thing is fresh and live from there tank they even cook the seafood for you they got beers and soju to go along with the seafood good after a long week of work to celebration with seafood it is not cheap 100-200 depend how Much seafood you get with beer soju and tips check them out burning shell good eats Yelp on yelper !!! read more

Truly a delicious and unique seafood bbq restaurant. Really enjoyed and thought the food was delicious. I was worried the set fog 1-2 people wouldn't be enough but we left very full. Highly recommend if you are trying to lower red meat consumption read more

Burnin' Shell - Seafood Near Me - Los Angeles, California

* Price: $100 for two (no hidden fee!) 4+ stars. * Ambiance: simple, casual, seafood korean BBQ. 4 stars. * Location: ktown. Street parking. From other reviews, the restaurant has parking in the back. * Meal: if you like seafood and KBBQ, look no further! 5 stars. * Service: friendly and pleasant. 4 stars. This restaurant came up on my IG feeds... looks awesome... we were not disappointed! The restaurant does not take reservations online. We came on a weeknight, found a street parking right infront and got seated right away (scored!) They have 4 tower sets: crew set ($109) serving 1-2 persons, chief set ($159.99) serving 3-4, master ($219.99) serving 4-5, captain ($299) serving 5-6. They also have a la carte, hot pot, etc. We had crew set which includes 1.4 lbs Manila clams, 2 whole shell oyster, large clams, shrimps, mussles, scallops, octopus, potatoes, served with korean ceviche, steam egg, pancake, spicy rice cakes, korean noodle soups. There are 3 different dipping sauces which are delicious. It is a lot of food. You definitely get your money worth here. The staff is friendly and attentive. They cooked the seafood at the table. The air ventilator is pretty good but I probably won't wear my must dry-clean clothes to dine here. Overall, Burnin' Shell did live up to its hype! read more

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Unfriendly staff, valet parking only, portions are very small, therefore expensive. Too much warm/hot inside environment.

I ordered the Captain Set ($200) which promises Manila Clams, Whole Shelled Oysters, Large Clam, Shrimps, Scallops with Cheese, 3 Abalone, Hagfish, Live Lobster (Steamed), Marinated Baby Octopus, Buttered Squid, Potato, Sweet Potato, and sides of Ceviche, Steamed Eggs, Korean Pancakes, Corn Cheese, Fried Shrimp, Korean Spicy Rice Cakes, Bay Scallop Soup, and Korean Noodle Soup. It was quite underwhelming as a majority of the seafood served was just clams. The more expensive seafood promised was only one piece per person. Notable items: Manila Clams, Scallops with Cheese, Buttered Squid, the butter sauce with the lobster, and the Korean Noodle Soup. They also slow cook everything so we were in there for almost an hour and a half to two hours. It took even longer because one of the clams refused to open up so they had to get us a new one. Nothing truly stood out to me or appeared as worth the price. Since it's primarily protein, you don't feel full at the end as well if you don't order extra carbs on the side. This was enough for 4 people if you only want to feel 80% full. read more

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Third time here and always great. Fresh clams, good portions, and fun grilling. Friendly staff too. Will be back! read more

Burnin' Shell - "Came back for the second time -- generous portions and amazing food!" - Seafood Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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What We Ordered - Crew Set It was my first time at a seafood bbq place so I opted go try a set menu instead of a la carte. I enjoyed everything but key highlights were the Korean ceviche, steamed egg, fried shrimp, Manila clams, mussels and whole shelled oysters. Now that I know what to like, will go with a la carte in the future! Dipping sauces were great, especially the green sauce! read more

Burnin' Shell - Crew Set - Seafood Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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This place is the real deal when it comes to Korean cuisine. We used to visit before the pandemic when it was called Daebudo, and we had a fantastic experience then, and it's still great now. We ordered the combo for 1-2 people (set #1), and it was plenty for both of us. The servers were all fantastic, answering any questions we had, and they cook the seafood right in front of you on the grill. Valet is $4, and there's plenty of parking. The valet took our key, asked us to pay in advance, and handed the key back so we could leave without needing to ask for it. It's LA parking, so our expectations were low. We'll definitely be back! read more

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I checked out this spot last Saturday for dinner. We got there pretty early around 5 PM and we were seated right away. The place is really small, and I don't think they take reservations, but they do have a waitlist. We ordered the crew set, which is meant for three people, and it came with all the banchan from the companion's list. Everything was flavorful. I get why people mention the clams being tiny after cooking, but that's just how clams are. If that's a concern, you can always order à la carte. Since we were a party of three, we added another pancake and cheese corn. Just a heads up, you have to pay for extra banchan, unlike some regular K-BBQ spots where it's unlimited. We also tried the sea eel. It was good, but I wasn't blown away, and honestly, the menu felt a bit limited. This place was hyped up a lot on IG, but for me, it didn't quite live up to that. The staff were great and really attentive and ready to help at any moment. One tip: they provide a single glove, so use it to handle the burning hot shells and avoid burning your skin! Overall, it's a little too far for me so I'd probably choose another spot for this kind of meal closer to home. read more

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We ordered the Crew set for two and everything was so fresh and delicious. The owner was so friendly and welcoming, and you can tell they put a lot of care into every dish. We'll definitely be back!! read more

Burnin' Shell - Seafood Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I was so blown away by this place. I heard a lot of things, got back from Korea, had the best seafood in Incheon and Seoul and Busan. This place definitely keeps up with all those spots, so definitely check this place out. read more

We came on a weekday night after work in a group of 8 and they got us seated right away. Burning Shell is a fun spot if you're craving seafood with a Korean twist. Definitely have one of the freshest seafood in Ktown. They serve big portions of fresh clams, mussels, shrimp, and crab, usually cooked right at your table in a spicy, flavorful broth. We ordered live lobster and it was both amazing and entertaining. The atmosphere is lively and perfect for groups, and it's definitely a bit messy but worth it for the experience. Great place to come hungry and share! read more

Burnin' Shell - Seafood Near Me - Los Angeles, California

All star plating. If you're craving seafood, this is the place! Waiters are attentive and make sure the food in front of you is grilled to perfection. Combo it with some alcohol and it's the perfect night read more

Burnin' Shell - Seafood master set - Seafood Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This restaurant was recommended to me if I ever craved Jeju-style seafood in Ktown, particularly for the abalone. I think on Google, this restaurant is/was called "The C" or "Daebudo" before they changed their name to Burnin' Shell, so it was a bit confusing when we drove up, but we managed to find it okay! The parking lot in the back was very convenient, and it was nice to easily walk-in and get seated right away on a Thursday evening with no reservation. The ambiance was casual, relaxed, and they served alcohol which was nice because we had some friends visiting. There were four of us altogether, and we were trying to decide between the combination seafood order 3-4 or 2-3. We decided to go with the 2-3 people serving because half of us were girlies, and we're SO GLAD WE DID! By the end of the meal, we were stuffed! Good quality fresh seafood with great side dishes, and the service was ON POINT. They grilled everything for us, and let us know when the different seafoods were ready to eat. Overall, we had a great time! Burnin' Shell is at the top of my list the next time I have a hankering for fresh seafood. I think my parents would approve as well. read more

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We ordered the crew set, and it was packed with an abundance of fresh seafood. The oysters were massive, and the variety of side dishes they served was so generous we couldn't even finish them. To top it off, the meal ended with soup and noodles more than enough for two people. It's incredibly cost-effective, especially in these times when everything feels so expensive. The CP value here is outstanding! The service was excellent; the staff grilled the seafood right at our table, timing everything perfectly so it was fresh and hot. The restaurant itself is very clean with no lingering cooking smells, which made the experience even better. The prices are very reasonable, but make sure to arrive early or prepare to wait, it gets packed quickly. Highly recommend! read more

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Significant upgrades interior from prior owners. Clean nautical theme. Food excellent. Service even better. Ordered the lobster also but ate it too fast so no pictures of mr lobster. But here is photo of the grilled shell fish. read more

Burnin' Shell - Shells on the Barbie. The best way for seafood - Seafood Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Fresh seafood and taste great! Will be back again. Good service. Good ambience. My favorite were the clams

I love this place, have been here several times. The set menu is the best bang for the buck; it feeds way more than the ppl listed. They cook for you ! Definitely worth it read more

Everything here is super fresh--from the cheese scallops and clams to the buttered squid and abalone. The best part is the staff grills all the seafood for you at the table, so you can just kick back and enjoy. Don't skip the side dishes either; the corn cheese and tteokbokki are top-tier. read more

Really enjoyed the seafood here--great quality and definitely a step above Banana Park read more

Burnin' Shell - Great seafood experiences than BP !!! - Seafood Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This seafood joint always hit the spot You will leave full Each combo is designed to make you full Service is super good as always read more

I've been there a few times and the food each time was phenomenal. The service was excellent. Our server cooked all the food for us. My favorite was the Korean ceviche. The Crew Set was perfect for a party of 3. Parking was hard to find on the street, but when I went on a Monday, parking in the back lot was nice and empty. Would go back again and have recommended many friends and family to go there for a great meal. read more

Outdoor seating is very nice. Chief set is enough food for 3-4 people. Very unique experience. Recommend!

Came here with our family for dinner one night. It was a friday night and wasnt too busy we were able to get sat immediately. I believe we got the master set and i kid you not this was a great experience. It's almost like grilled seafood omakase. They have different levels you can choose from to get different things and it comes out as courses. All the apps were delicious. I tried eel for the first time here and it was interesting. I definitely enjoyed this and would come back whenever in LA. read more

Burnin' Shell - Seafood Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Wasn't very impressed by the offerings. It was 2 of us so we chose the crew set. The seafood is cooked at the table and a lot of them were overcooked. Valet parking in the back. read more

Empty cause we went before dinner rush on Saturday evening-- but the 1-1 service was impeccable. Not the chattiest servers but our food was cooked well & everything was yummy. Most favorite: baby octopus, oyster & nook hwae (ceviche w noodles) & yummy kalgooksu at the end Least fave: shrimp (just small and not that exciting but tasted fine w Thai sauce), mussels (personal preference) The $ is great for amount of food! We could've had 1 more person and still been full w an extra side order or something. Watch my vid on ig for the full visit! @spicyroseeats read more

Burnin' Shell - Moolhwae - Seafood Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I have been 6+ times. This is my first official review of the place. A very unique, one of a kind seafood experience. The service is top tier, jeff (the waiter) is excellent, great conversationalist and knows how to cook your food! Please ask for him. The seafood is fresh and affordable. The ambiance is dark and lively. Dont hesitate to come here. You wont be disappointed. read more

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Miserable portion. 3 shrimps for the most expensive combo? Truly unheard of. The lobster was also very small - totally not worth the price. Overall, Jae Bu Do offers a much more generous amount of food. Although - service is decent, plus free parking available. I wish I can love this place but I really can't. read more