I went to Hae Jang Chon for AYCE Korean BBQ yesterday and honestly had such a great experience ‍ The atmosphere was lively and fun without feeling too chaotic, which made it perfect for catching up and enjoying the meal. The quality of the meat really stood out, especially the intestines. I did not expect to love them that much, but they ended up being my favorite thing we ordered. One thing I really appreciated was that they grill the meat for you so you can just relax and enjoy the food instead of stressing over cooking everything yourself. The servers were also super friendly, attentive, and made the whole experience feel super welcoming from start to finish. The lettuce wraps and sesame leaves are an extra $5 per plate but honestly worth it if you like making wraps with your BBQ. Overall, such a satisfying AYCE spot with great service and quality Definitely a place I'd come back to! read more

Hae Jang Chon - kimchi fried rice at the end of your meal - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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My friends and I were craving Korean food the other night, and one of the girls suggested this place. Since we live in the Valley, we were hesitant to make the drive because it was quite far, but it was absolutely worth it! Parking was valet only, and it was just $5. We walked in, put our name on the waitlist, and were seated after about 45 minutes on a Wednesday night. We ordered beef belly, steak, kalbi, and more, and everything was delicious. Our server was outstanding--she even helped cook our food for us, which made the experience even better. While it was a bit pricier than other Korean BBQ spots, the quality of the meat was top-notch. Highly recommend and would definitely come back! read more

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New fav kbbq spot in ktown! Stands out for its quality meats, stone grill, and great service! I loved the variety of sides and meat cuts here. We tried everything from beef tongue, beef belly, steak, marinated Galbi, to the kimchi pancake, corn cheese, and kimchi fried rice. Everything was high quality and there was a big selection of sauces. The servers were super attentive with refills and placed/cooked items on the grill for us. Not very common at ayce kbbq, but I loved the princess treatment. The inside is cozy and bustling with people and servers. There are wooden booths and tables with stone grills in the middle. The stone grills made the bbq meat taste delicious and cook evenly. At the end, when you're done grilling meats, the server will cook a little kimchi fried rice on the grill too. Highly recommend! read more

Hae Jang Chon - 2. Beef Tongue - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I first visited Hae Jang Chon back around 2012, and we've returned every few years since. I'm happy to say that on a recent visit, everything was just as delicious as I remembered. We made a reservation in advance for a group of eight on a Saturday night, and the two-hour dining window starts once you're seated. Valet parking is $5 as of April 2026, but the lot was full when we arrived, so we ended up finding street parking instead. The meat quality is excellent, and the staff did most of the cooking for us on a stone grill. They even cleaned the grill a couple of times using shredded turnips. Service was friendly and attentive, they were quick to bring more meat, banchan, and drinks whenever we needed them. Our favorites were the marinated galbi, bulgogi, and brisket. Prices have definitely gone up since the COVID era, but at $44 for dinner, it still feels like a solid value considering the unlimited banchan, good-quality meat, and great service. We also brought a birthday cake, and they played a celebration song over the speakers, which added to the fun atmosphere. The K-pop playlist was a bonus, too. Just be sure to come hungry and you'll definitely leave satisfied. read more

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Solid loved it!!! Came here before a dodger game and omg it was so good!! We carpooled with friends and this was their second time here. They loved it so they wanted to eat here again. Very nice options for everyone of course. The even had hot dogs?! I dont go to kbbq much so I thought it was great! The creamed corn was so good. They also open all the doors and windows for proper circulation and tha helped not smell like kbbq all day hahah. I barely took pics bc we all just dug in. I'd be back! read more

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They raised the price a lot since the last time I came! I haven't been here in years and I remember this place being affordable. Price is steep now at $43 per person for dinner and weekends. I looked back on Yelp photos and it was $30 five years ago. i don't think people's wage went up 50% in the last 5 years. They have valet parking. They charge $5 which is fair in my opinion. it was $2 the last time i came. Came on a Saturday during dinner time. It was an hour wait. They don't have digital waitlist nor do they text you if your table is ready. Everything is on a piece of paper on a clipboard. Service was fantastic. Server was busy bringing everything we asked for and also cooking our food. They're super fast and very hard working. The food quality is great as well. Now that the pricing is almost premium, hard to recommend, but none the less food here is good. read more

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Scouted out a kbbq place and decided to come here based on price and what meats were available. We got there as soon as they opened at 11 and were seated right away after they made up our table. Parking is $3, valet. We were there on a weekday so lunch was $37.99 a person for meats such as the beef short ribs, beef rib finger, and prime chuck among others. the servers will cook for you unless you ask to cook for yourself. Service is great, they refill your waters on the regular and they Their meats are fresh and their portions are decent sized. They have the usual sides: kimchi, spinach, spicy cucumber, spicy bean sprouts and potato salad. You can ask for other sides such as cheese corn, salad, steamed egg, soybean paste soup, radish wraps, etc. You can also ask for garlic and onions. I tried their soybean paste soup and it was probably the best I've tasted outside of when I make it at home - a smooth texture with cut up potatoes and zucchini. It's just really hot when it came out so next time I'd order it sooner than at the end of the meal. I can see this place being packed so even though there's a few benches outside, I'd sit at the coffee shop a few doors down if you've got an hour long wait. read more

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We tried this place for the first time, and the bbq was excellent!! Top quality choice:prime meats, great service, and the waiters actually cook your meat for you! Lots of prime cuts and even with my little ole demanding self, the servers watched us like hawks and made sure anything was refilled and the meat was flipped! Steven, our server was friendly and had a sense of humor, alongside had lots of recommendations. We walked right in with no wait during lunch , though we heard towards evening time is normally a 3 hour wait, so we lucked out! Really love this place and I'll finely recommend it to my friends :) read more

Hae Jang Chon - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Phenomenal Ktown spot for AYCE Korean bbq. There is normally a really long wait and no reservation system for smaller parties, but today at lunch my friend and I got lucky and we sat down in 10 minutes. The food here is absolutely incredible. The cuts of meat are premium quality, juicy, tender and you can tell the meat is very fresh. My favorite items were the premium brisket, premium marinated bulgogi and the yummiest ever thinly sliced beef belly. Absolutely succulent, flavorful meat and with each bite, your taste buds start dancing to Montell Jordan's "This is how we do it" song from happiness. Once you're done with all the awesome meat, banchan, the egg and the kimchi pancake, you receive the final royal treatment in the form of prepared right in front of you Kimchi Fried Rice. Just like all the other delicious food items, this rice is no sleeper. Scores of ingredients are mixed into the rice and prepared right on the grill. The flavor notes are unparalleled and this rice cannot be skipped at the end of your meal. The service is excellent here, as they bring your meats quick and assist you in cooking it and they're quick to refill your sides as well. The place itself has about 15 tables with individual grills. The restaurant looks clean and the today's $29.99 AYCE lunch special hit the spot perfectly. Will definitely be back! read more

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This place was so good! I don't usually come out to Koreatown for KBBQ since I don't live close, but wow I've definitely been missing out. The food here was delicious and they had a great meat selection. I also loved that they cooked the meat for us. It made the whole experience even better since they really know how to cook everything perfectly. Shoutout to our server, Steven he was very attentive and made great recommendations throughout the meal. The ambiance is lively and fun, perfect for coming with friends or family. We'll definitely be back again! read more

Hae Jang Chon - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

meats are great! Staff is very helpful. lots of seating and pretty open space but it does get very packed. cant wait for the next visit here! read more

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I came here based on a strong recommendation from my Korean friends. I visited on a Monday for lunch, but since it was a holiday, they charged the dinner price of $44 per person, which is higher than many other KBBQ places. The staff were very friendly and attentive, helping grill the meat and frequently cleaning the stone pan with radish to prevent burnt seasoning. The salad was good, and most of the meats were fresh. However, the octopus was not fresh. Overall, great service and cleanliness, but the price is high. read more

Hae Jang Chon - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This is my favorite kbbq spot in ktown. I've been coming here for more than a decade now and the quality never disappoints. I still remember the saying "radish, used for cleaning" from many years ago. Meat quality is very good for an AYCE and I love the marinade they use. It tastes not as sweet as other kbbq spots and boosts the umami flavor in the meat. Their non-marinated meats are also cut thinly so it's never too chewy or tough. Overall, best bang for your buck AYCE kbbq. The only issues are wait time and $4 valet parking which I will always dislike. Other than two nitpicky issues, I always come back when I crave kbbq. read more

Came around 11:20 PM on a Saturday and the wait was about 20 minutes, which honestly isn't bad for a busy night. It was pretty packed inside, but the atmosphere was really nice and lively. It's about $44 per person, which is a little pricey in my opinion, but the quality of the meats and the service make it worth it. The meats were good quality, and I thought it was cool that they cook the meats for you. Dahvin was AMAZING. Great service! Very attentive, kind, and fast. He cooked our meats perfectly and kept checking on us even though the place was busy. Definitely made the experience better. They also close late, which is really nice if you want a late dinner. There's valet or street metered parking. When we went, the valet people were already done for the night, so we just self-parked. Overall, had a really good experience. Good food and great service. I would come back. read more

Hae Jang Chon - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This has easily become one of my favorite Korean BBQ spots. Even though we were quoted a 30 minute wait, it honestly flew by, and once inside we appreciated how spacious and comfortable the place was. The overall vibe was lively but not overwhelming, which made it easy to relax and enjoy the experience. Our server, Paul, truly made the night. He was attentive without hovering, checked in consistently, kept our sides filled, and somehow managed all of this while handling multiple tables. I really appreciated that the staff does the cooking for you. it takes the pressure off and lets you fully enjoy the meal. Paul clearly takes pride in what he does; when we tried flipping the meat ourselves, he jumped in right away and let us know he had it covered so we could just sit back and enjoy. The quality of the food was excellent, especially the beef belly which was perfectly thin, flavorful, and just the right balance of fat. Refills on side dishes were generous, which we loved. The only small downside was that sodas come in cans, so no refills there, but it didn't take away from how great the meal was overall. Paul went above and beyond and truly elevated our dining experience. Huge thanks to him!! he deserves all the recognition!! read more

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Amazing, delicious kbbq - I may have found my new favorite spot! The meats are fresh and of good quality, banchan is delicious, and service is amazing. Everyone was very friendly and they help you grill the meat too. Street parking and valet parking is available too read more

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Food: 4.5/5 Service: 4.5/5 Ambiance: 4/5 After being let down by so many ayce k bbq. I was losing hope until I tried this restaurant. I found the street parking so I avoided paying $5 for valet. The cook top was on the stone. The employee helped with the cooking and it was very efficient. Brisket tasted great throughout the order even second and third time. Their menu is not worth 5 stars but their meat quality and service made up for it. The employees are on top of all of my orders. They finished up with kimchi fried rice which tastes better with meat so make sure you spare some meat before the cook the fried rice. Highly recommended and I will definitely be back. read more

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Haven't been back here in over 10 years, and it's just as good as I remembered. Came on a Saturday around 4pm and only had to wait about 15 minutes, which was a nice surprise. The food was delicious with great quality cuts, and everything tasted amazing. Our server was friendly and attentive--they cooked everything just right and even helped cut up and debone the short ribs, which made the experience even better. Overall, such a great meal and definitely need to come back more often. read more

Hae Jang Chon - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Food: The food itself was very basic and nothing extraordinary, especially for an AYCE Korean BBQ spot in Koreatown where competition is high. The only notable difference compared to most AYCE places is that they cook the meat for you, which some may appreciate. Flavor-wise though, nothing stood out or justified the hype or the wait. Service: This is the primary reason for the one-star review. Service from Sally and Sarah was extremely poor. Sally in particular seemed very unhappy to be there--she was nonverbal, avoided eye contact, and provided little to no communication. When we asked for simple things like more rice, she would nod but then never return with it. It felt dismissive and frustrating. Sarah eventually came around toward the end of the meal and provided better service, but the overall experience had already been soured. Poor service can ruin a meal, and unfortunately that's exactly what happened here. Ambiance: The restaurant was very crowded with a long wait time. Parking is also a major issue in the area, adding to the inconvenience. read more

Hae Jang Chon - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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We went right at 4 pm for an early dinner and were greeted by attentive servers and seated right away. Despite it being less crowded, there was still a few parties eating as well and the environment was lovely. The assortment of the banchan was fantastic - it had kimchi, fish cake, rice paper, greens, and mashed potatoes!! we ordered the boneless short rib, Bulgogi and shrimp, which were prepared for us by the server at our table, which is a nice touch. The meat selection was amazing - perfectly seasoned. The dipping sauces were also perfection. Overall, 10/10 and we will definitely be back here!! read more

Hae Jang Chon - Banchan + meat - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I still give 4 stars overall, but 3 for inconsistency of the brisket during our most recent experience. We love coming here for kbbq even though the wait times can be long and it's quite a drive...I will say the staff are great and they move quick. I really love their brisket and beef belly. Unfortunately, the most recent time we went was alright. Service was good and the other meats were good but the brisket and beef belly this time were super chewy and not what I remember it to be. I was already able to tell just by seeing the meat prior to grilling it. It didn't have that nice texture and had lots of fatty parts which made it very chewy. The cut just wasn't fresh/good. read more

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I want to start off by saying that JUN was a very friendly server but not very orderly with the drinks and upkeep of our table. The only problem here with the service is that they are very cheap. We had a table of 6 and only allowed 1 salad. I had to ask for another 1 for myself. You're only allowed to order 3 meats at a time. The wait time was horrible. They told us 30 minutes and it ended up being 50 minutes. It does not take an additional 20 minutes to clean and set up a small table. Now the food, the short rib fingers were 10/10. The brisket and bulgogi were average 6/10. The premium meat was also ok 5/10. Towards the end they sang happy birthday to my friend and that was nice of them. There was a server change and we had Amy. She was nice until it was time to wrap up and go. She said it was last call so we ordered 3 orders of short rib fingers and she only brought us 1. I called her out on it and she was shocked. Again, service here is subpar, maybe even borderline below average. I won't be coming back here again, for $43 you can get much better meats and service. I would give 1 out of 5 but JUN and the short rib fingers helped their rating. read more

I was overcharged. I went in during LUNCH on a Saturday and got charged for DINNER even though I checked out at 12:45pm. It was more than $20 over. I tried calling the day of and no answer. Food was fine. Service was good. Still didn't deserve to get overcharged. read more

By far the best ayce kbbq in k town. There is valet but best to find street parking along the side and walk over. The wait is intense so expect at least 1 hr during prime time so plan accordingly. The place is literally packed and spacious with plenty of wiggle room for sitting comfort. We order amongst the 3 guys at lease 10 plates of meats, cheese corns, king mushrooms, salad and extra sides and we were stuffed! I am definitely coming back and totally worth the wait after waiting in the rain. read more

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Hae Jang Chon is still the BEST KBBQ in K-Town! We dined her after a game on a weekday night and after all these years their standards are still top tier! My wife and I haven't dined here in a few years and I wrote a review 8 years ago. All I can say is wow! The customer service, the ambiance, the meats, the flavors and waiter service are excellent. That is what a KBBQ restaurant should be! Hae Jang Chon still checks all the right boxes and we were all so happy with our dining experience this late weekday night. The dinner is $43.99 per person now which is pretty standard. What I think separates them from the rest is that it's an AYCE KBBQ, but the staff will cook the meats for you. Not to mention, they have the stone grills which are best for grilling their higher quality meats. The servers here work so hard and they're the most attentive. Constantly checking on your table, refilling waters, rice paper, radish and your dipping sauces without needing to ask. They are the real stars and they treat you like family. The entire dining experience reflects a positive vibe and their entire staff displays a positive attitude which shows they enjoy working together. The brisket, beef belly, the rib fingers and the non marinated short ribs are the best options in my opinion. The outstanding marbling on the meats indicates they are truly high in quality. Hae Jang is always busy for a reason and wait times get crazy, but once you are inside and dining you will be taken good care of. The vibe is always fun, energetic and good music is always playing. After all these years, it's great to see they have kept the same standards and if anything elevated and cemented why they are one of BEST KBBQ out there. There's a reason, Hae Jang Chon has been around for 20+ years and there are 6k reviews! Thank you, Hae Jang Chon! We will definitely be back soon! Keep up the great service! read more

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Worth the wait! We arrived on a Saturday evening and they were absolutely packed out the door. We grabbed some drinks next door and waited about 30 minutes until our table was ready. The KBBQ here is some of the best I had in terms of price, quality, taste, and general experience. I love the stone grills they use as a cooking surface, and it cooked the meat so well while giving the meat a nice sear. Hae Jang Chon is the only place I've been to so far that uses these grills and it's such a unique experience. Highly recommend! read more

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Just celebrated a dear friend's bday here in a large party of 15. When you have a large party even if you make a reservation if every person in your party is not there they will kindly tell you we'll have to wait for the entire party to get here to seat you. This totally makes sense because the restaurant wants to make sure they can give you the full service they can offer for the entire party you claim. Once we sat we were serviced with the banchan (side dishes) right away. Then the all you can eat ordering of the meats came flowing. My favorites were the pork jowl (cheeks) and the galbi (thicker marinated beef). The party favorite was the beef tongue. All in all, a memorable experience at a high quality Korean bbq place. read more

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Updating my review real quick and idc what anyone's says Hae Jang Chon I'm rocking with you for a long time! Staff are always attentive and friendly no matter how crazy it gets they always treat you right. The wait is a little intense but it's AYCE so what can you expect? Cleanliness is always on point and with the amount of people they serve? Yea they got that padded down. Parking can be a bit of a nightmare but it's K-town so that's a given. read more

Hae Jang Chon - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Awesome experience! Was in town and went here for lunch on a Saturday. We were seated right away and our waiter immediately took our order. The staff were always helping us with ordering, cooking the meats, and keeping the sides filled. My favorites were the beef brisket and beef bulgogi. One of the best kbbq spots I have ever been to! FYI parking is pretty limited read more

Hae Jang Chon - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This kbbq spot in ktown is actually pretty good. I can't really tell the difference between kbbq spots unless they have AMAZING food and service. The vibes here was great, close by to a bunch of other food places and shopping malls in the area. FOOD [dinner] - $43.99 (4/5) The meat was good, but what made it unique was the stone pan. unlike other kbbq spots, the stone grill made the cooking experience fun. The meat was ok, I think my favorite was definetely the beef belly. The waiters were semi attentive, but sometimes they just looked way too busy and stressed. They came by often to cook the meat for us (for some reason). They didnt really ask if we wanted our meat cooked for us but I guess some people prefer that. read more

Hae Jang Chon - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

For once I left the valley and tired an AYCE Korean bbq place in Korea town and this spot was worth the trip over the hill. Meat quality was top notch, the grill experience was better than all the other places I've been to with the typical metal grills, and here the staff pretty much does most of the grilling for you by putting on, and cutting up your meats. We called ahead of time since it was just 2 of us they didn't take a reservation (I believe it has to be for at least a party of 6) but we did make it over before 6pm which they mentioned was their busy time so we only ended up waiting about 5 minutes for them to set the table up. read more

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This might be my new go-to for AYCE kbbq!! We came on a Sunday at 7 pm and waited about 45 minutes to an hour for a table of three. Expected for dinner time at ktown. Dinner pricing starts at $43.99, which is a bit higher than most AYCE places, but the quality of the meat justifies it. The side dishes were excellent!! Service was fine, though a little inconsistent. The staff seemed to go back and forth on whether they were cooking for us. Sometimes they'd step in, sometimes they wouldn't, and it led to meat burning. Personally, I'd prefer they either fully take charge or just let us handle it from the start. The beef tongue was outstanding and probably my favorite cut! The steak was also so tender! The short rib and pork jowl were solid, and the pork belly was delicious too. read more

Hae Jang Chon - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

The quality of meat and service are the key stand outs to this place. You can order 3 meats at a time and the server comes by and helps cook the meat for you. They were very attentive. When we were running low on sauce or water, they'd come by and fill it up without us needing to ask. The side dishes/banchan were alright; the fishcakes were a bit too salty and spicy for my liking. You also have to valet your car for $3 in the lot. I liked the music they were playing and the space felt very clean and spacious. read more

Hae Jang Chon - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Hae Jang Chon has been one of my main go-to spots for AYCE KBBQ in the Koreatown area of Los Angeles for many years now - dating back to my college days! It remains one of my favorite options to this day, and I recently had another great dinner here during a visit! Be aware that there will likely be a wait when you arrive, especially on a weekend night! They call out names that have been added to a list in the restaurant as tables become available, so be sure to stay nearby! Once inside and seated, however, I've always loved the warm and welcoming feel of the dining space. It's a bit of a squeeze between tables, but spacious enough that it never feels uncomfortable. The KBBQ itself here is GREAT - premium cuts of meat that always cook very well. I also love some of the side items, such as the corn cheese and steamed egg bowl, always bubbling hot and super soothing going down. I also appreciate that the service here is efficient while still being attentive - they don't hover, but will come by and help you out with cooking the meats or add some char to the top of items like the corn cheese. For dinner, the AYCE is currently around $43.99. Considering the quality and the enjoyability of the experience, I find it to be a reasonably affordable price. I love regularly visiting Hae Jang Chon, and I highly recommend! read more

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The staff here are so kind that I want to come back just for them. It's a really busy place, but we received excellent service throughout. read more

Hae Jang Chon - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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A very popular spot in Koreatown LA for: ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT Korean BBQ. Decent quality meats (Prime/Choice) cooked on Korean backstone grill; and best of all NO PRICE TIER. The menu is the same for all diners/fair game. At the end of your meal you can request them to make kimchi fried at the table. The weekday lunch special is $30, regular lunch is $38 and dinner is $44. Parking is valet only ($3 bucks). The down side is this is truly a popular restaurant, so expect long wait times on weekends and Fridays. Pro TIP: go for lunch to avoid insane wait times! read more

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Honestly worth the wait. I'd recommend finding something to do while you wait. We were told it was gonna be over an hour, so we took the local scooters and headed to Zion Market, had a few vodka seltzers and was ready to grub after shopping for a bit. The meat quality was so good and the sides were not too shabby as well. At the end you can get kimchi fried rice so that was nice! They cook the meat for you but next time I think we're gonna ask to do it ourselves so we can take our time. Super busy/packed inside. read more

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First time here to eat their stone grill kbbq ayce. I think this place is affordable for ayce kbbq. I ordered their brisket, pork belly, beef tongue, beef belly. The meats are tasty and deliciously grilled. I like the fact that the servers cooked the meats. So they know what they are doing and thus good service. The meats came out quick also. I think ayce bbq places like this are better because the actual eating time goes faster when servers cook for the customers. And people outside didn't have to wait that long because cooking time is faster when servers cook the meats. read more

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$30 weekday lunch special! Includes all sides and select beefs life brisket, beef belly, and others. Good value for lunch and tasty banchans. Kbbq on a stone grill was a first for me. Meat quality is great here. Tender pieces and good ratio of meat and fat. Brisket was my go to order. The steamed egg is very watery. Kimichi pancake was a nice add. Can't go wrong with the corn cheese. Meats are thinly sliced and servers help cook here and there. Decent service some items took longer and had to be reminded. Missed a few orders but attentive staff on refills and additional orders. Valet parking is $3. Brown interior and relatively small kbbq spot. Seems to get busy here. Found this place on Yelp for most reviewed kbbq in Ktown. Would come back for lunch special and due to its hot stone grill. Was also too full to try their bibimbap or kimchi fried rice with cheese. read more

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AYCE KBBQ with great quality meat, excellent service and great sides, what more can you ask for? The dipping sauces are simple but offer a variety of salty, spicy and sweet. Rice paper refills are abundant and the ban chan pairs so well with the meats. Beef belly is super tender and soft, marinated beef rib fingers are the right amount of sweet and the pork belly is awesome. An excellent post-concert late night option, as long as you get in before last call at 1 AM. They have a sign-in sheet but people abandon ship so you may get in sooner than you think. It's a bustling, packed place, but service is top notch as they cook the food for you. read more

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