Hodori is located at the outdoor promenade section of the Shops at Santa Anita. It's large, bright, simple but modern with robotic servers One thing I appreciated about this K BBQ place is that it offers a good selection of kitchen cooked and customer cooked meat options. It was my first time here and I opted for all kitchen cooked. We ordered grilled LA galbi and grilled beef bulgogi which were each served on a hot cast iron. They were both really really flavorful and super tender. We also tried the omelette rice and their version of bibimbap. The omelette rice was served with a fried rice inside and topped with a red sauce. It was good but huge for 2 people. The bibimbap was not what I am accustomed to. Instead of a hot stone pot in which the rice cooks and crisps, it was more like a vegetable salad with meat and a fried egg. The rice is served on the side. Although it's not what I prefer it was still tasty and super fresh. This is a great summer version. The price was reasonable for what we ate. Service was very friendly. I would definitely return. read more

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very mixed feelings about this place.. ordered the small beef combo and it came with 4 kinds of meat, salad, corn cheese and stew. the amount was perfect for two without getting too full the rib eye was delicious but the rest of the meat were either too chewy or just ok. we got the kimchi stew which was perfectly sour and salty. the side dishes were ok but the bean sprout actually tasted rotten so i had to spit that out... the service was also very iffy. servers dont cook the meat for you which is something i've never experienced at an à la carte kbbq place. only after we were on our last meat did they OFFER. we declined because we're almost done with our meal so what's the point. and the key word was offer. i would've expected them to just cook the meat for us or at least offer in the beginning but idk why they offered at the very end of the meal. the rest of the service was just ok. it felt disorganized with multiple workers offering us the same thing overall very mediocre experience here. i'd rather go to TK92 for better service and better quality meat for ayce in 626 or drive to ktown for more options read more

Hodori BBQ - Korean Near Me - Arcadia, California

I'd say sometimes this place can be 4/5.. but because they're inconsistent.. I'll give it a 3/5 My recommendation is coming during their busier days, for some reason the service is better & the food taste way better. I've been on off days & the service was really lacking & the food wasn't on point. Usually we'l get get the 2 person beef combo - it's plenty of food! I love the variety & appreciate when they cook for us! Servers are hit or miss. There was one instance, it seemed that they may have been training a new waitress, but she seemed more concerned in forcing a conversation with us about random stuff, that she burned our beef/meat! I was pretty disappointed a high quality, high price place would train their staff this way. I've also ordered takeout a lot & they're consistently delicious there. Love their omu rice, galbi tang. The kimchi chigae lunch special hits. Recommend & affordable. read more

Stopped by Hodori BBQ during their lunch special and was pleasantly surprised by the value. I ordered the seolleongtang, and at just $12, it was an excellent deal. The broth had a rich, comforting flavor, and one thing I really appreciated was that it came already seasoned. Unlike many seolleongtang restaurants where you have to adjust the salt yourself, this one was ready to enjoy right away while still tasting balanced and not overly salty. The portions were satisfying, making it a great lunch option without breaking the bank. If you're looking for an affordable, comforting Korean meal, especially during lunch hours, Hodori BBQ is definitely worth checking out. I'll be back to try more of their menu and take advantage of the lunch specials again! read more

Hodori BBQ - Korean Near Me - Arcadia, California

Hodori boasts quality cuts of meats for kbbq without having to go to Ktown! The store is spacious and well ventilated, and the staff is attentive. We ordered a meal set to share and we left feeling stuffed to the brim with the assortment of side dishes and the different cuts of meat. read more

Hodori BBQ - Korean Near Me - Arcadia, California

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Service was great. Stopped by on the weekday afternoon and the store was a bit stuffy. They had a decent amount of seating. The Kimchi fried rice was solid. read more

Hodori BBQ - Menu - Korean Near Me - Arcadia, California

Had a birthday celebration here with family. Was surprised by the great service and variety of food. We ordered a combo BBQ, ginseng chicken soup, tofu soup, and a side of bulgolgi. Billy, our server was attentive, friendly, and helpful. We were asked if we want to cook the meat ourselves or they could help us. We took their offer and enjoyed the meal while they cooked the meat to perfection. The inside was spacious and there is a large area in the back that has large tables for large parties. It looks like they could seat 40-50 people. This restaurant is located at the mall (second floor outdoor), it's best to park at the parking structure near Macy's/Nordstrom's area. read more

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Weekday lunch specials include a few of our usual go to items so we decided to give it a try! Dumpling soup, beef soup, and kimchi stew - each order was served with 3 banchan. Portions were pretty decent and the taste was spot on. Service was attentive and friendly. For $12 plus tax and tip. I would def come back again. read more

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Quality food for the price you're paying. We got the large beef combo for 4 and it's 100% filling. We had thought it won't be enough but we were wrong. You get white rice with the combo. Good quality beef cut. Definitely enjoyed the finger ribs and bulgogi. Banchans are all good but highly recommend the side salad. Dressing tasted light but so flavorful! Best part that caught us by surprise is that they cook the meat for you. They cook one meat at a time. Service was great. read more

Hodori BBQ - Large Combo - Korean Near Me - Arcadia, California

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Over the years, Hodori quietly became my family's go-to Korean BBQ restaurant. We value the price point, the ability to always get a table, the ample parking at the Santa Anita Mall, and the staff who help cook your meats. We always order a Small Pork Combination, which comes with a marinated pork steak, pork jowl, pork belly, and a spicy pork, and your choice of stew (we always get the doengjang chigae). We add a gyeran jjim steamed egg and we are set. They have an ample number of banchan side dishes (usually around 8) and our favorites are the potato salad and broccoli. Even the cheese corn is refillable. This is just about the perfect amount of food for 3 people. If we're with another family, we usually order a small Beef Combination to accompany the pork and that's great too with a lot of brisket. The food quality is good and service is prompt. Lately, I've had to cook our meats a bit more than I'd like but if you insist that staff help you, they will. We really like this place. read more

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This is a review for the food as take-out and I have to say everything was delicious! Every banchan was impressive in taste for me, even the ones I don't usually like. Meat quality was good and juicy. The Yelp reviews for this place might have lowered my expectations some, but I thought this place was pretty darn good! read more

Let me start off by saying it's not AYCE and that's okay. At a certain point in your life you come to realize AYCE is not all about quality. As someone who can eat and considers himself a kbbq connoisseur this place checks all the boxes. From the moment you sit down, the experience starts with the banchan (side dishes) and it's clear right away that this is where the restaurant shines. The side dishes are house made, and you can taste the difference immediately. Each one feels fresh, balanced, and thoughtfully seasoned rather than mass-produced. The kimchi isn't fermented so it's not sour. Our server said it's made fresh which gives it a super flavorful garlic taste. I actually eat more banchan than actual meats at times so it was a bit. When it comes to the bbq itself, the meats are well-cut and thoughtfully marinated. I prefer the traditional non marinated meat such as brisket and beef belly over bulgogi. The combos they offered for two people was more than enough even with leftovers to take. That's the benefit of not going to ayce you can take your left overs home. This is the kind of KBBQ spot you recommend when someone wants more than just a filling meal they want a good one. It's ideal for date nights, small groups, or anyone who appreciates thoughtfully prepared food. You leave satisfied but not weighed down, already thinking about which dishes you'd order next time. Parking is easy. Not too busy. Good Hugh quality food. Servers cook for you. What more can you ask for. read more

Hodori BBQ - Banchan set up - Korean Near Me - Arcadia, California

They are located in the Promenade (outside the mall -- near 3Cat). The mall itself has plenty of parking spaces, but it can also be hard to find a spot if it's packed. We ordered the Beef Special Combo, and shareable between 5 people. The meat quality was good and sliced thin, so it cooks easily. It comes with the usual side dishes, and you can get refills on them. You get three sauces, but you would need to ask for oil since the salt doesn't come with oil. Overall, everything was good! Recommendation(s): - Beef Special Combo Service: 5/5 Tip(s): - Restrooms available - Located outside in the Promenade (near 3Cat) read more

Hodori BBQ - Beef Special Combo - Korean Near Me - Arcadia, California

Stopped here on a Friday night. We got reservations, but we didn't need it since it's pretty spacious inside so lots of room for big and small groups alike. We got the pork combo and half an order of ribs. I don't eat beef so I'm grateful for the ample amount of pork options. It does lean really fatty, but that's pork for you lol. We accidentally got an xl soup with our order so they let us keep it. All the food was great and servers were super helpful and friendly. Pricing felt standard for the area/quality. I'll definitely be back! read more

Hodori BBQ - Pork combo - Korean Near Me - Arcadia, California

We walked by Hodori BBQ many times but never got the opportunity to try it out. The craving for sullungtang was real so we decided it was time after shopping. Restaurant is clean and spacious. Servers were friendly and food arrived fast. They were not stingy on banchan and asked if we wanted any refills. Sullungtang was delicious - The soup was so flavorful and it hit the spot right away. Self-served green onions were not on the table next to the salt, but I'm pretty sure I could've asked for more if I wanted them. I will come back next time! read more

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Hondori has been my favorite Korean restaurant outside of Koreatown since they opened. They have the best lunch specials for Korean soups, and I find myself always wanting to come here for lunch or get takeout. Everything on their menu is good. I've tried their BBQ and several other dishes. My favorites are the dolsot bibimbap, samgyetang, and donkatsu. If you find yourself in Arcadia and craving Korean food, this is the place. Parking is never a problem, as there is plenty of parking in the mall. Service is generally good, but it can get busy at times, so the wait may be slow. The restaurant is spacious, and they even use robots to bring out food, especially for Korean BBQ orders. It's quite fun to watch the robots running around. All in all, come here for lunch -- you won't regret it. read more

Hodori BBQ - Samgyetang (Ginseng Chicken Soup 삼계탕) - Korean Near Me - Arcadia, California

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After an afternoon of retail therapy, my best friend and I worked up an appetite and decided to come here. I haven't had KBBQ in a while. It's pretty clutch that there's one at the mall. Price is decently priced. It's not your average AYCE KBBQ, which can be mid by the way, but it one does it the spot. We ordered off the BBQ because realistically we don't need a COMBO. So we got the Prime Beef Brisket, $35.88. Enough for two women. Brisket and sides were A1 steak sauce! This brisket just hits different. Overall great experience with happy tummies! Super satisfied! read more

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We returned today July 21st and pleased to share the coordination of food and quality was better. We each ordered the Mini Bulgolgi and kimchi stew. We came about 30 min before the kitchen closed. There is a sign that clearly warns of the flies due to the race track nearby. It was an issue but I image that all restaurants are having the same issue. It's warm in there if there was a way to bring the temperature down a few degrees I think that would help. The staff was great and asked to ensure everything was ok. The food was great. read more

Hodori BBQ - That's a pile of onions I would say about 35% of the dish was onions, with the large order of Bulgogi - Korean Near Me - Arcadia, California

Solid KBBQ spot--great meat, big space, and no hype. We finally gave Hodori BBQ in Arcadia a try after passing by it many times and always seeing it busy. That alone gave us a good feeling--and after eating here with family, I can confidently say it's a solid 4 out of 5. What We Liked: No wait! We came for a family meal and were seated immediately, even on a weekend. That's rare for KBBQ. Spacious interior with big tables--perfect for large groups or families. Clean restrooms--always appreciated. Ample parking since it's located at The Shops at Santa Anita. No street parking struggles like other KBBQ spots. Food Highlights: Important to note: This is not an all-you-can-eat KBBQ--you order à la carte or by combo. But don't let that scare you off, because the meat portions are generous, and we even had leftovers to take home. We ordered the Beef Special Small Combo, and the meat quality was excellent. Every cut was tender, flavorful, and grilled beautifully on their high-quality setup. Banchan selection was limited compared to other KBBQ places, but what was served tasted great. Steamed egg: 3/5 - simple and soft, but nothing to rave about. Omurice (for our daughter): Huge portion, decent taste (3/5), but didn't look like the menu photo. Instead of a soft omelet, it was fried rice topped with scrambled egg. Bibim naengmyun: 3/5 - light and refreshing, but lacked bold flavors. My husband said he'd skip it next time. We also realized after the meal that we never received the kimchi stew that was supposed to come with the beef combo--a miss on the service side, and something that should've been caught. Service: Good but Could Be More Attentive Ordering was fast and easy. Staff works in a team-style service model, so multiple people helped throughout the meal. However, we had to flag someone down every time we needed something--water, sauces, grill change, etc. Once flagged, service was quick and efficient, but more proactive attention would've improved the experience. A good example: my husband's naengmyun didn't come with vinegar, and we had to request it separately. Final Thoughts: If you're coming here for KBBQ, Hodori delivers--excellent meat, fast seating, big portions, and a clean, family-friendly environment. Just know that the non-KBBQ menu items are average, and service is more reactive than proactive. That said, the meat alone makes it worth coming back, and in a city full of hyped-up KBBQ spots with hour-long waits, Hodori is refreshingly easy and satisfying. read more

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Located in the mall close to the Macys entrance or accessible through the promenade on the 2nd floor. There are plenty of big tables suitable for large groups and take reservations. This is à la carte Korean bbq, and their meat quality is decent. You can order a set family meal or meat by the variety. All meals come with the typical refillable banchan sides and rice paper. They have cute robots that carry the food for the servers. Most of the times we've cooked by ourselves, but the servers will come around if you need help or see that something is burning. You can also request grill changes if your grill is too charred. Their steamed egg and beef soup are also delicious. read more

I came back and instead of meat, got the spicy raw marinated crab and naengmyeon. Both were great in taste and portion. It was very refreshing and service was great. read more

Hodori BBQ - Korean Near Me - Arcadia, California

I've heard about Hodori BBQ and finally had the opportunity to try it a while ago. My family and I came here because there is no wait during dinner time. I must say I am not impressed and I will not come back here again in the future. Despite my negative review of this restaurant, it was a full house and I'm sure they will continue to have customers. We ordered the Beef Special Small Combo and two orders of the Premium Thin Sliced Pork Belly (Regular). Service here is nowhere to be found and you must ask for every little thing or else they just dropped off the food and disappear for a long time. You cook the meat yourself. Also, check the drawer for utensils and napkins. Meat quality was not that great and for once I would say pork belly was better than beef. We left feeling icky and smelly since the hood does not work. For the price we paid that night, I could have gone to another KBBQ place and quality would be better and they would have cooked for us. That is just my experience and opinion. read more

Hodori BBQ - Premium thin sliced pork belly (regular) - Korean Near Me - Arcadia, California

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We wanted to recognize and give a shout-out to our server Billy. He was so attentive, kind and sweet to the kids as well. He has such a wonderful demeanor and provides such great service! We were all so impressed by him. Thank you Billy for making our visit to Hodori 5 stars! read more

Came to Hodori on a Saturday night... After a full day of shopping at the Arcadia Mall I can now rest my feet in one of their giant diner sized booths...it's ok... I couldn't find the Labubu I was hoping to find... maybe next time... Server robots wander robotically throughout the whole establishment with raw meats and Korean delicacies... stop staring... sit down... robots don't like it when you stare at their naked meats...behave yourself... Pretty soon one of these "server things" will bring your food to your table... wait! Where's the server !? No server needed...they only come to unload all the "heavy lifting " the robot had to do to bring your food to your table...pretty soon human servers will be obsolete... not sure how I feel about that... a human server always makes me feel superior... now I'm gonna have to settle for a condescending electric gadget handling my food.... ... papa robo is gonna handle your order from now on.... Is this the future?! My Galbi BBQ ribs and sides were served up from the robot tray by an actual human being and then MY robotic charm kicked in ! my CHOMPERS.. !! were separating meat from bone like an industrial meat grinder from turn of the century London...yea I'm a bit out dated... but I got the job done... Delicious Galbi meat with over 16 pieces at $50 ain't bad... $68 total bill...comes with rice and a few Korean kimchi's and bean sprout and potato salad starters... is that tofu broccoli?! Not sure but good! We shared everything between two pesky humans... Who cares...!! I'm willing to accept this new robot trend...I promise to be kind to our new robot friends... It's good... it's meaty!! Nom nom ... beep beep! We out! read more

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Good quality of food. Great location and great service! Situated in the Santa Anita Mall, on the outside patio area, next to CPK and Macy's exit. (So closest parking is around Macy's area) Nice Korean BBQ store which offer pure BBQ or other Korean food option. So your party can separated if only a few like BBQ but others are into the Korea soup option. We tried the small beef combo. It said that it's for 1-2 ppl. But the portion is pretty big, together with all the side dishes, rice and veggie, it can easily work for 3-4 ppl(If none are heavy meat eaters) Meat is tender and flavorful. Side dishes are fresh. Kimchi is nicely flavor as well. We also order kimchi fried rice. It's ok. Not the greatest that I had before. But ok. Will definitely come back to try other dishes next time. read more

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Highly recommended! Great place for groups! We celebrated our friend's birthday here for lunch. The food is good and priced well. Their service is excellent!!! Our server Kyle did a superb job. I will rate our experience with 4.6 read more

Hodori BBQ - Korean Near Me - Arcadia, California

When my family wants to treat ourselves, we dine at Hidori BBQ. We always enjoy our experience there. Customer service is consistently friendly and professional, especially when Naomi is there. She always remembers us and engages in conversation, which we enjoy. Food is always yummy, and the establishment is clean. Prices are reasonable. Portions are decent, too. read more

Hodori BBQ - Korean Near Me - Arcadia, California

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Let's say this place is not spotlighted enough! I have a cousin who had been craving this spicy marinated crab dish from tik tok. It's apparently amazing. When we came here we saw it right away and was not dissapointed at all!! We were OBSESSED FOODIES THE SERVICE was so superb! We had different servers but all were kind especially the gentleman that described all our dishes and offered to mix our hot stone Bibimpap! THE AMBIANCE is so relaxed with cool tones and modern style designs. The bathroom is pretty and clean. Super big plus. The seating booths in the back are huge! Could easily fit 4 people in one row. Perfect for big families. Plenty of space and all the utensils and bowls neatly set at the side for self service. We are not local but we do plan on coming back! Kimchi jigae gave me cozy vibes. Tips: alcohol served. Melano ice cream available! read more

Hodori BBQ - My cousin too eager to wait. - Korean Near Me - Arcadia, California

I got to say food was amazing! It's was a variation of Gem Korean BBQ where you cook your own meats. We got the 3-4 ppl platter it's was 3 of us and it was perfect. I would recommend to big parties to dates. Servers were very attentive to our needs and kept an eye on the grill for replacement. The only 3 things that lead me to rate 4 is the air conditioning was out, they had portable air conditioners in which where aimed at the employee areas so it was hot! Drinks were expensive and third if you ask for rice they don't tell you it's at an additional cost until it's on your bill. read more

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Amy is so sweet and the BBQ was delicious. I'm so glad we checked this place out. We were going to go to Benihana but this is much better read more

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Billy, Donny and Naomi were amazing with helping us. It was our first outing as new parents with our 1 yr old at KBbq! And they were helpful and very sweet! As always, food was delicious and the quality of their meats is amazing. read more

Went here for a girls lunch a few weeks ago for the first time and it was such a good experience. The food quality is good. We got the largest combo for four of us and it was plenty of food. The restaurant is clean and we didn't have to wait for a table. The best part of the experience was hands down our server. Billie was so attentive and sweet, super engaging and so funny! We said we'd come back just for them. read more

Delicious meal and great selection of Korean dishes. I had the Galbi Bibimbap, which was flavorful and well-prepared. Service was fast, and the self-serving robot delivering food to tables was a fun and unique touch. read more

Hodori BBQ - Korean Near Me - Arcadia, California

Good quality food and service. Convenient place. Barbecue portions are adequate. Salad suggestions are tasty read more

This was our fourth visit here for dinner with a family of five. The food has consistently been fresh, flavorful, and enjoyable, which is why we kept coming back. Unfortunately, our experience was overshadowed by the service. Throughout the entire meal, our waitress appeared annoyed and gave off the impression that serving us was an inconvenience. I initially thought it might just be my perception, but I asked the rest of my family afterward, and they all felt the same way. For a dinner bill of approximately $280, I expect a much higher level of customer service. Good food is important, but so is how customers are treated. There are plenty of restaurants in the area offering both excellent food and friendly, attentive service at this price point. While the kitchen continues to do a great job, the service on this visit was disappointing enough that we'll likely consider other options in the future. read more

Food is amazing! We order the Large beef combo for 2 adults and 2 kids with no drinks and it came out to $200 including tip. A little on the pricey side but i think its totally worth it. Service can be ailttle slow, but they were very nice. Would definitely come back. read more

Hodori BBQ - Large beef combo feeds about 3 to 4 ppl. - Korean Near Me - Arcadia, California

I came with a group of four on a busy Sunday and was seated within five minutes! The service was great! The staff is very nice and patient. They don't rush you even though they seem to be understaffed and busy. The inside was pretty big and it seems like the could accommodate huge parties. The food was really good! The meats were all super tender and flavorful. I didn't really hate anything. I would definitely come back! read more

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Came here with a friend on Friday who decided on our third trip to Westfield Santa Anita that we can't have Ramen Nagi again. For the price, portions were a good size and the staff were very helpful and friendly with cooking everything and conversing with my chatty friend. For two people with average sized appetites we couldn't finish the Pork Combo for 1-2 People with an additional Half Order of Short Rib. The inside of the restaurant wasn't loud or smoky at all. Overall, a decent place for a meal. read more

Love this place. I am so glad we tried it. We have always been so intimidated at going to cook your own restaurants but we do love bbq so much. Didn't realize that they do have cooked food available if you don't want to cook your own food. It was very delicious. Service was on point. Wait staff is very attentive to your needs. The place is brand new and kept immaculately clean by the wonderful staff. read more

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Hodori is located in Santa Anita Mall so it's the perf meal after walking around and shopping They have various combos to choose from depending on group sizes and types of meats what i ordered: * beef large combo (3-4 ppl) : perf size for my family of 4 the meat qualities were rlly good and interior was super spacious, would come back again read more