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    Hwaro 2

    4.3 (830 reviews)
    ModerateKorean, Barbeque
    Open 11:30 am - 3:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Live Current wait: 93 - 123 mins

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    HWARO 2 ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Trendy
    Good for groups

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    Taylor G.

    This place is AMAZING! This is my favorite place in town for KBBQ! I will always go here for Korean bbq, we are always bringing friends and family too! The staff are always so nice and friendly. This is my all time favorite KBBQ spot!! I love the meat options and the appetizer selection, as well as the sides. I love the vibes at this spot and the music is always great playing in the background! Will be back soon for KBBQ

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    Denny P.

    If you're looking for a classic kbbq spot this is it. No fancy meats or 3 different menus. Simple, straight to the point. If you want a lot of parking, good service, small cozy spot. This is it. 5 items per order not including sides. 1 hour 20min to eat. $26 for lunch or late night. $30 all day menu. If you want more than their signature sauce that's by every table just ask. They have sesame oil, salt, bean paste, soy sauce, siracha, and actual spicy mayo. Can't beat the price. Bathrooms super slippery, you have been warned.

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    Xain C.

    Hwaro 2 has been in my rotation since this second location opened. Dragon Factory owns so many spots in town that they have become the barometer for sushi and KBBQ, and this one still hits for both consistency and quality. Forget the hushed, label-driven rooms chasing A5 Wagyu bragging rights. Hwaro 2 is loud, smoky, and alive with the sound of meat hitting hot grills. You smell fat caramelizing, hear pork belly pop and hiss, and the table crowds with dishes until there is hardly room left for your soju. This is the heartbeat of KBBQ, not the showroom. Once the brisket round is done, the premium steak and tomahawk are the move. Pork belly brings richness, short ribs hit that sweet-salty note, and the bulgogi is the guilty sticky-sweet pleasure that sneaks in no matter how focused you are on the "serious" cuts. Seafood holds up, sides stay sharp, and the pro move is specifying to your server that you only want one or two orders of the larger cuts at a time so they hit the grill fresh and nothing goes to waste. The crew hustles, but management does not staff enough people on the floor. Servers and bussers do everything they can, so tip them well. These days the table comes with a single watery sweet BBQ sauce by default. What needs to return are the staples that make the experience whole: gochujang with some bite, and the sesame oil with salt and pepper dip that cuts through the richness. Bring those back without raising the price and Hwaro 2 separates from the pack again. Late night is the move. From 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. the spread drops to $25.95 with drink deals, and the vibe shifts from family dinner to industry hangout. Plates flying, drinks clinking, the low roar of every table grilling at once. That is the Hwaro I come for. It is not refined and it is not supposed to be. It is meat, fire, and noise at a fair price. 4 out of 5. Staff the floor and bring back the proper sauces and it is five alllll day

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    Irene Y.

    Took my son to dinner for his birthday. The restaurant wasn't too crowded. I usually am happy with the service here but it took a long time to get our first order in. We didn't get checked on as much as usual. It took forever get water refills and napkins, etc. the food was good and they surprised my son with a treat for his birthday.

    Hannah M.

    Food was fine but service was a little lackluster. We had to ask for our grill to be changed every single time, and the portion sizes were a bit ridiculous for our table size. The atmosphere is also kinda meh compared to the main location. Corn cheese is my favorite here and their bulgogi is pretty good too. House salad, fries, brisket, and spicy pork were all very good. I also loved the brownie with ice cream as a dessert option. I wish the meal came with the typical Korean side dishes that other spots serve. To our surprise, the server charged us for 6 people when we had 5, most likely to hit us with the auto gratuity charge. It wasn't a huge issue, but the cashier had to point us to us that we were being charged for an extra person. Overall, Hwaro is a good choice, especially for their late night deal. However, I wish the service and amenities were better for the cost.

    Chelsea L.

    The atmosphere was filled with fantastic energy, and the food was nothing short of exceptional! Our server was attentive, guiding us through the menu and ensuring we had everything we needed. They made it a point to check on us every 10 minutes, which was nice because we wanted to try everything on the menu. The only downfall was that they only had cold sake, its good but I occasionally enjoy it warm. Besides that, everything else was delicious.

    "If the customers are happy, the business will do well." -- Owner Baek
    Blanca G.

    This was my second time here, and it was just as good as the first. The meat is really good, and the service is fast. We did the AYCE for about $30 per person, which is a great deal. The staff is friendly and very helpful. My favorites were the brisket and the bulgogi. Kimchi was a must!! We also ordered Sapporo beer, which went perfectly with the food. The ambiance is really nice and makes the experience even better. Fun side note: one of the servers looks just like Jungkook from BTS really handsome The only downside is that there's only one restroom per gender, which can be inconvenient when the place is busy. Other than that, I'd definitely come back again.

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    Cara B.

    We arrived at Hwaro 2 around 10 PM and waited about an hour to get seated. We usually go to the other Hwaro location, but we like to switch it up since Hwaro 2 has some different food options we enjoy. What keeps us coming back is the quality of their meats and the corn cheese, which is always a favorite. This location, along with the original, is one of our go-to Korean BBQ spots. The inside is clean and well-kept, and the staff is always efficient. They bring out the food quickly and are great about changing the grill when needed.

    Brisket, Garlic-Jalapeno Beef Belly, Bulgogi, Rice Paper, and Side Dishes

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    Incredible food, amazing staff who go above and beyond to meet clients needs. 10 out of 10

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    This place is the best for Korean bbq! I honestly didn't like Korean bbq before, but this place changed my mind

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    Best KBBQ in town. High quality meats, amazing service. I recommend the Hwaro rice and the Korean iced coffee.

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    Wow, what a great experience! I love dating my wife there. Great Service and ambiance!

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    Ask the Community - Hwaro 2

    D poo yhey serve hotpot?

    No they don't but they have a couple choices of ramens.

    Can they seat a party of 15?

    I believe so. There are several large table seating areas that can easily accommodate large groups. We've been there for family parties with a dozen people. You should call ahead to make a rez and verify they can accommodate the entire group how you… Read more

    Do kids eat for free?

    Under 4 eat free

    Hi is the original hwaro closed for good?

    They just recently reopened the original location! (as of Feb '24) I noticed the price on that menu is a few dollars more than the Hwaro 2 menu that's posted to their website. (All-Day Special $29 vs $33)… Read more

    When will the other location be opening back up?

    Do you let solo diners in your AYCE?

    Definitely! Ate there few times by myself😃

    Do u still cater reservation? How bout a party of 15, how would that work? Thanks!

    Unfortunately they don't take reservations anymore. I would recommend going an hour early to be put on the waitlist since it's a big party

    Last we check they were closed.. are they still closed or open already?

    They should be open already.

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