Man, I never knew how much I liked pork skin until I came here. Absolutely unbelievable. I recommend coming right at opening because there'll always be a wait from how popular this place has become. I came a few times and when I ate here with friends and drank soju/beer, it came out to around $50/person which wasn't bad for ktown. They have good combos and end your meal with fried rice with your leftovers. This restaurant got more popular since Arden Cho mentioned this was her favorite so you'll see signed posters of demon hunters. They have games playing on screens so it was nice to watch and eat. You can also store your belongings in your chair. Service was also great! I got lucky with street parking but you can park in valet for $3. read more

Kkondae K Bbq - Pork skin - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Was brought to this restaurant a few nights ago because I said I was craving pork belly. Never heard of the place and its really a hole in the wall. We went around 8:30 so most parties were clearing up. Tables are the cute round metal types. We ordered a platter with the thin pork belly, normal pork belly and jowl I think. Wasn't feeling the thinner bellies because they overcook and become too dry. The jowl and regular belly was delicious. Lots of banchans and also a kimchee stew on the side. I love that they give you the veggie works + jalapeno and garlic platters so you can make a proper wrap~ Service was good too because they kept comjng to cook. I had to ask them to slow down the pace because I don't like my food cold. Parking lot is $3 for "valet"---we self parked. Decent place for your pork fix read more

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I've been wanting to try Kkondae BBQ for a while since it's close to my house, and I finally got the chance to visit! This is a low-key Korean BBQ spot tucked away in a residential area, with an old-school Korean vibe and vintage movie posters and film decor throughout the restaurant. It feels more like a neighborhood spot than a trendy KBBQ restaurant. **Service:** 100/10! Easily the highlight of our entire experience. The servers grilled all the meat for us, stayed attentive throughout the meal, refilled our banchan without us having to ask, and even gave us recommendations on how to enjoy the meat for the best flavor. The service was genuinely impressive and made the entire meal feel effortless. **Meat Selection:** They specialize in pork and are especially known for their pork skin, but unfortunately, it was sold out when we visited . I was really looking forward to trying it, so I'll have to come back for it another time! **What We Ordered:** For a party of four, we got the small pork combo, along with small intestine and large intestine. **Portions:** Generous! Everything was more than enough for four people, and the unlimited banchan was another nice bonus. **Meat Quality:** The meat was decent but didn't really blow me away. The pork had a slightly porky, almost gamey smell, and the overall flavors weren't particularly memorable. It wasn't bad, but I was hoping the meat would stand out as much as the service did. **Parking:** Valet is available. Street parking can be difficult to find because the restaurant is in a residential area with lots of shared housing. Overall: Kkondae BBQ is worth checking out if you're looking for a low-key, old-school Korean BBQ experience with genuinely outstanding service. The staff really went above and beyond, making the meal enjoyable and stress-free. While the meat itself wasn't particularly memorable to me, the excellent service left such a positive impression that I'd be willing to come back and give it another try. Hopefully, I'll finally get to try the pork skin next time! read more

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I'd come back just for the lunchbox fried rice, it is flavorful and delicious, and they cook it perfectly so that only part of the rice is super crispy! The meat quality is really good, they have a large variety of side dishes. They cook for you, and the service is extremely attentive. Also, you can valet for only $3! read more

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I have BEEN looking for a good intestine KBBQ spot. We've tried them all, including Ahgassi Gopchang, but they're either too expensive or only come in combos with other meats I don't really want. It's honestly so frustrating. We finally got to try Kkondae BBQ and were super excited. We ordered the combo with large and small intestine, beef honeycomb, and beef abomasum with a choice of soup. The large size was $114.99 and comfortably fed 3 people. There's also a smaller version for $89.99. The interior was also really charming. They had a bunch of old Korean movie posters everywhere and it genuinely felt like eating at a street stall in Korea. They were also playing old Korean ballads, so all the feels were there. I would skip the marinated pork skin though. The texture was rubbery and it felt overpriced for what was basically teriyaki-flavored throwaway cuts at $37. That being said, we've already gone back twice in two weeks just for the intestine combo. It's that good. Try it for yourself. read more

Kkondae K Bbq - Large intestine combo - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Valet parking is 3 dollars and is friendly and safe. This place seems to be newly opened in Yangmani. I'm not sure. It's more neat, the servers are friendly, and the food is better. I ate assorted tripe, and all 4 kinds were delicious. It is optimized for drinking with soju. I visited 3 times. read more

Kkondae K Bbq - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I went to this Korean BBQ spot called Kkondae Dwaeji on Olympic last Friday with some friends, and man... the meat was amazing, the soju was smooth, and the whole vibe was on point. It was a little loud, but honestly, after a few bites and a few sips, I didn't really care anymore. What's funny is--I wasn't feeling great that day. My whole body felt off. But after some pork belly, jowl, and half a bottle of soju, I swear my body just rebooted. I definitely want to go back read more

Kkondae K Bbq - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

The restaurant is on the smaller side, so I'd definitely recommend making a reservation. The quality of the meat was excellent, and the banchan was just as impressive. Everything was fresh and flavorful. I'll definitely be coming back. ENJOY! PS: There is only valet parking. read more

Kkondae Kbbq is a great spot to grab dinner if you want a solid kbbq experience in a great atmosphere. We came here on a Tuesday night and we were able to get free parking in the parking lot and there wasn't a wait. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful with helping us decide what to get since it was our first time. We ended up getting the large beef combo and an order of the frozen pork belly. Our party size was 4 very hungry people and it was enough food. They cook all the meats for you as well as fill up your sides as you run out. The waitress was kind enough to also throw in a free kimchi fried rice at the end which was amazing. I really appreciated how the meat wasn't over marinated or salty. Sometime at kbbq places I'm guzzling water from the sodium but that was not the case here! The atmosphere is nice and the music wasn't too loud which I liked because we could still have conversation during our meal. I think you get a lot for your money compared to other kbbq à la carte places but it's definitely a place you come to for a special night out. They have bathrooms as well that were relatively clean. Overall I would come back to Kkondae Kbbq! I really enjoyed the experience a the taste of the food. read more

Kkondae K Bbq - Beef Combo - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Omg this is some of the BEST samgyeopsal I've ever had. We brought my sister's gf from South Korea and even she said it's better than most restaurants back home. They took care of us so well. The seats have little cubbies underneath them so you can put your purse, backpack, jacket, etc. so they don't get as smelly. Their bonchon are absolutely delicious! You have to fry their kimchi on the plate. The employees probably refilled our bonchon 3-4x it was that good. They also have their own dipping sauce that is phenomenal. The pork belly quality is top notch and the lunch box after is a great touch. The spicy Naengmyeon was soooo so so good you have to try it. The price is on the higher end but it is 100% worth it. They cook the food for you to perfection. The quality of the meat is great. The homemade bonchon is great. If you have 3 people I do recommend getting the Large for the combo. We got the small combo + naengmyeon + lunch box and we still ended up ordering 1 more thing of thick pork belly ! This place is right in K-Town. They have a small lot to park in but because we went on a weekday, I don't think they charged us for valet or anything but I'm not too sure when it does get busy. read more

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I kept seeing this place all over Instagram so I finally came to try it -- and it did not disappoint! The whole vibe is super fun with that 90's K-pop aesthetic, and the food was actually really good. The meats were fresh, well-marinated, and cooked perfectly on the grill. Service was quick and friendly, and the whole experience felt really smooth and enjoyable. If you're in Koreatown and want a solid KBBQ spot with good flavors and a cool vibe, this place is worth checking out. I'd come back! :) read more

Kkondae K Bbq - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This has recently become our new go-to KBBQ spot! We've tried both Combo 3 and Combo 4, along with the pork skin, and everything was delicious. Even the smaller combo plus an order of pork skin was super generous and perfect for my husband and me. The dipping sauce was definitely a game changer, sooo good! All of the side dishes and salad were also well seasoned and flavorful. Even though the restaurant was busy, the staff made sure we were well taken care of and cooked our meat to perfection. Parking was convenient too with valet available in the lot, plus street parking nearby. Definitely coming back! read more

We got here right around 4:45 on a Saturday. It was pretty empty. The $3 valet was very open so it was quick and easy to get situated. We ordered the combo 2: brisket, beef belly, short rib, bulgolgi, then added on the frozen pork belly and pork rind. The quality of the meat is sooo good! I'm sad that I live so far away from this spot as it's very affordable and tasty for what you're paying for. They cook for you, which is a plus, and the variety of banchan is abundant. We also got the ssam, which gave large leaves of lettuce and perilla leaves. Honestly, I haven't had good kbbq in a while in la, but this place hit the spot! read more

Kkondae K Bbq - Frozen pork belly - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I've been wanting to visit this KBBQ spot for a while and finally got the chance to try it yesterday. We went on a Monday right when they opened at 4:30 PM. I'd say it's one of the best KBBQ places out there. They're known for their frozen pork belly and I totally see why! It was so good. We ordered the small combo (perfect for 2 people) and added the pork skin on the side. The pork skin was served in a very authentic way with peanut powder for dipping which I really enjoyed. Everything was great quality especially the pork jowl! wow 10/10! The service was also super nice and attentive which made the whole experience even better. I'd highly recommend this place if you're in the area. read more

Came here recently and tried both the beef combo and the frozen pork belly, and overall it was a solid experience. We started with the beef combo, which came with a good variety of cuts. Everything was well-seasoned and cooked for us, which always makes the experience better. The quality was there and each bite had that nice smoky flavor you expect from KBBQ. The highlight for me was the frozen pork belly. It cooks up thin and gets crispy on the edges while still staying juicy in the center. Super flavorful and definitely something I'd come back for. They also finish it off with fried rice on the grill, which soaks up all the leftover flavors from the meat. Always a good way to end the meal. The vibe is more on the lively, casual side, so it's a good spot to go with friends and enjoy a full KBBQ experience. Overall, a solid spot in Koreatown, especially if you're into pork. read more

smoked duck lover here and honestly my first time seeing smoked duck at Korean BBQ!!! started off strong with around 10 types of banchan! First went with the classic beef brisket, and they even had staff helping us grill! Spoiled! made everything so much better! Then came the pork jowl--perfect balance of lean and fat, super crispy and satisfying. Perfect to match with the banchan. Not oily and not feeling to full !! And now, the star of the show... The smoked duck I love how they stir-fried it with bean sprouts and green onions. Perfectly pair with rice! You don't see this often at Korean BBQ spots--definitely worth trying! IG: socalhkfoodies read more

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Needed to try this place after seeing a video of someone enjoying their pig skin and I knew I needed to have some ASAP. The pig skin did not disappoint, it's crunchy, chewy and explodes with flavor. The server was very attentive and tended to our grill, making sure everything was cooked properly and answering our questions on pairing the meat with the sauces. The jeju style sauce is unique to this place and their offerings along with assorted banchan makes the bbq spot stand out. All the meat looked and tasted fresh. The interior is vibey and the restaurant's seating/table choices adds to the experience. I will be back for the pig skin and perilla stem banchan for sure. read more

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THIS PLACE IS BOMB AND KOREAN APPROVED!!! First of all the ambiance is like you are in Korea with an amazing 90's-00's Korean music playlist. The food is also bomb!!!!! Their frozen pork belly 15/10, the ramyun is also fire, and the chicken feet are smoky and good! The workers are all super nice and quick and can't wait to be back! read more

Tried KKONDAE K-BBQ in Ktown and was pleasantly surprised. We ordered Combo 2, which is a great choice if you're more into beef. The beef belly and brisket were well-marbled and flavorful, and the thin-sliced beef cooked beautifully on the grill. Service was attentive and helped with changing the grill at the right time. Big plus: minimal smoke, so you don't leave smelling like BBQ. Solid quality and a comfortable experience overall. Would come back. read more

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Great food and excellent service!!! I was very happy from the beginning until the end of the meal!!! The vibe is so great. read more

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We went to Kkondae on a Sunday evening and were pleasantly surprised that it was pretty quiet with no wait. The banchan selection was decent and pretty standard. Nothing particularly memorable, but nothing bad either. We ordered both the beef and pork combos. Overall, the food was okay. The beef was a bit on the drier side and not my favorite, but the pork was solid and more enjoyable. I'd say it's fairly typical KBBQ, neither the best I've had nor the worst. One thing to note: be mindful of how close your dishes are to the grill. Our friend was trying to help make room so the waiter could place more items down and ended up burning her hand because the dishes were a little too close to the heat (not touching the grill, but close enough to cause a burn). That said, the service was good and the staff was nice overall. While it didn't completely blow us away, it was a decent experience and a fine option if you're craving KBBQ. read more

My friend picked this restaurant and they offer valet parking which is $3 dollar When I walked in and the owner and servers are very hospitable This Korean BBQ has good quality of Pork and I really like it We order combo one ( with kimchi soup) + pork skin The side dishes are good and kimchi soup is surprisingly tasty The night we went is almost full house and people there are drinking and talking here and there The restaurant is playing 90's K-pop music and which makes it more authentic I love it ! read more

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Came here with a party of 4 and Got combo number 1 and it came with the following. 냉삼 /Frozen Pork Belly 벌집삼겹살/thick Pork Belly 대패삼겹살/ thin Pork Belly 목살 /Pork Collar 꼰대 된찌 / Beef Paste Soup OR 김치찌개/ Kimchi Soup And 삼색도시락 Namul Lunch Box We also got pork jowl and pork skin that came with some injeolmi. My favorite would be the frozen pork belly and the thick pork belly. Usually I'm not a fan of pork and bbqs because it's usually gamey but none of the pork we ate were gamey at all. For the pork skin, make sure you don't over cook it or it becomes too chewy and won't taste as good. I prefer bean paste soup over kimchi soup. The pancake side dish was free as part of their banchan. We had someone cooking for us but they also left the tongs near us so that we could flip if we want to as well. Parking entrance was on Olympic and you have to pay for valet or self park. Do not turn into the small street because you can't enter from that side. read more

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The old Yangmani restaurant turned into a Korean bbq place that specializes in pork but also has all the guts and some beef options. We ordered the pork combo and the gut combo. The pork combo was really good. There is this special sauce they give you to dip the pork and it was really good. The fried rice after all the meat was really good as well. Service is great but the air circulation was horrible. Hopefully they will fix that. Ample parking which is a plus! read more

Kkondae K Bbq - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Service was really great, the host explained all of the cuts of meat to us and also the sauces/dips that came with the dishes. All of the meat tasted fresh, the honeycomb pork belly was thick but not too chewy. The pork skin didn't have the texture I expected, I thought it'd be more crispy like chicharron but it was actually a little chewy? Either way delicious and the spicy sauce/marinades they had went amazingly with the meats. The restaurant was very clean and well ventilated, not smoky and hot like a lot of kbbq places. Also the restaurant has its own very open parking lot which is a huge bonus in ktown. read more

Kkondae K Bbq - Honeycomb pork belly - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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My favorite kbbq place! I've been here twice now, and I can confidently say that the quality of the meat and banchan are all superb! There's easy $3 in the attached lot, and the restaurant is open until late. The first time I was here we got combo one and an order of the beef large intestine, and it was all more than enough for three people, we ended up taking the rice back. The second time, we got combo two for two people, and they ended up mixing in the last meat into the rice for us to take back. They give so much fresh banchan that go great with the meat, they refill is as needed too. They also have unique dipping sauces that pair with the meat. They grill the meat for you to perfection, but don't make you feel rushed at all. The combos come with a soup and a mixed rice, and each one is definitely for three people. I always recommend Kkondae to friends now, it's a great price for great quality! read more

Kkondae K Bbq - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Great place for pork and intestines! Servers are great cooks and showed patience making the intestines crispy. The banchans and salad were really good too, great mix of veggies. The ambiance is nice bc they're playing slow 90s Korean songs vs blasting the current kpop. Valet parking. Definitely will comeback read more

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I'm not really a big fan of pork but this place really wowed me and changed my mind about pork. I already went twice because it was so good. I was also surprised at the reasonable prices. They were all $25-35 range. If you go out to eat these days bbq is $55-60 and soup is in the 20s. Some of their items come out smoked partially grilled and the server grills the rest of the meat for you when it gets to the table. The thick pork belly after it was done grilling became crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. I'm not really sure what they do to it but it's not like the pork belly I've ever had before. I'm not even joking when I say it's the best I've had. The kimchi gooksoo ($11) is a must. It's sooo good and refreshing. It went perfect with the bbq they have. The pork skin 돼지껍때기 (not to be mistaken with fat..) was crishpy on the outside and chewy on the inside. Went so well with the powder they give you. It's high in collagen so it's super popular in Korea rn. The pork ribs come out sliced and also smoked. The meat was so juicy every bite was perfection. You can't forget K-Dessert! At the end they have options of fried rice for $(11)Get it!! It's sooo good. The naemul (veggies) they use for the fried rice just hits different than the regular kimchi rice other places have. This place hasn't been open long but they're already pretty busy and I can see why. The food is good and the service is good. read more

Got a small combo #2 / beef combo and for the price, they gave a lot! We chose the kimchi soup along with our combo and it paired well with our meal. The staff cooks for you which is great! Love the old vintage vibes and atmosphere, it felt like I was back in seoul! Paid $3 for valet parking in the lot read more

Kkondae K Bbq - Beef combo & kimchi soup - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This Korean bbq restaurant is amazing. We ordered combo 3 and I really love the abomasum and pork belly. The restaurant decorated as an old style Korean restaurant which is pretty cool. The service was also great and we loved dinning. We will definitely come back again. read more

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Kkondae BBQ specializes in pork, featuring a unique sauce brought all the way from Jeju Island that pairs perfectly with it. Open late! Hours: Daily, 4:30 p.m.-midnight Valet after 5 p.m. or street parking available. Food and service were great. Highly recommend. Ventilation was good. I always appreciate when they have the chairs so you can put your bags and jackets in to avoid the smoke. read more

Probably one of my favorite KBBQ spots now! I went yesterday night with my family after seeing this place on social media. The restaurant used to be where the original Yangmani used to be before they moved to Western Ave. We got Combo #2 and added a serving of pork belly, which I would definitely recommend you do if you are getting the Combo #2. The sauce that the pork belly comes with cuts through the fattiness of the pork. Definitely don't dip if you don't like fishy sauces but if you are into that, highly recommend. The banchan spread here is no joke! Its very plentiful and they come back with refills when they see that you are out. They have their own lot but it is valet after 5 PM, so if you don't want to pay that, get there right when they open. The term Kkondae is slang for a middle aged man in Korea. When I sat in the restaurant, eating the food, looking at the interior, talking with my family, it seriously felt like I was 10-15 years back in time, where this level of service was the norm for most Korean BBQ restaurants. Now that I have become a middle aged man, I can sadly say that places like these are not too plentiful in Koreatown these days. Definitely give them a visit the next time you are in the mood for some KBBQ! read more

Pork skin and chicken feet are the best. Service is good too. This is my new favorite place now. read more

Came here with a group of 8 on a Saturday around 6pm and were surprisingly seated right away. The space is definitely on the smaller side though, so fingers crossed it doesn't start getting packed once word gets out. The service was great--super friendly staff who helped cook everything at the table, which made the whole experience really easy. One of the more unique things we tried was the pig skin. Kind of unexpected for a KBBQ place, but actually pretty good if you're into trying something different. They also wrap things up with fried rice made on the grill using all the leftover bits, which was a perfect way to end the meal. Overall, good food, great service, and chill vibes. Would definitely come back before it gets too popular. read more

Kkondae K Bbq - Pig skin - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This new store in LA! It is definitely the best Korean BBQ at the moment!! As soon as I entered, the clerk was super nice! There is a secret sauce here! I have never seen it in other stores! It is so fragrant! The clerk said it is a golden partner for dipping pork! It is a very traditional Korean sauce! The taste is really unique! I will come again for this sauce! read more

Kkondae K Bbq - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Definitely a 'must-try' try for anyone who likes pork. Their specialty is the frozen, thinly sliced pork belly, which is the old-school way of doing things. I heard their pork ribs are pretty good too, so trying to find time to go back!! read more

Meat quality was good. Definitely the atmosphere/vibe was wht I found more appealing. Service was great. We went nye and wasn't too busy when we went so they were very attentive. Valet parking. Old yangmani location. read more

Kkondae K Bbq - One of the combos to start - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

The side dishes were plentiful, and they even had a special dipping sauce that went perfectly with the meat -- super flavorful! We got the beef combo, which was ¥89.9 (the pork and beef intestine combos are ¥79.9). Honestly, the set was a great deal. Ours came with four kinds of meat, a soup, and a "shake shake" rice -- enough to feed about three people. We also added an order of beef tongue -- fresh, tender, and really high quality. The staff helped grill the meat for us and the service was excellent. What really stood out was the vibe -- the place was full of Korean diners, which made it feel super authentic. The blue frog mascot is adorable, and the decor gives off serious K-drama energy. It's the perfect spot to chill with friends over soju and good food. read more

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This new store in LA! It is definitely the best Korean BBQ at the moment! ! I passed by this store at night! I went in to give it a try! I didn't expect that I discovered a treasure restaurant! There is a secret sauce here! I have never seen it in other stores! The sauce is very fresh! They said it is made with shrimps! There are some peppers and garlic in it! It is so fragrant! The clerk said it is a golden partner for dipping pork! It is a very traditional Korean sauce! The taste is really unique! I will come again for this sauce! Of course, their meat is also very fresh! The color is very beautiful! The beef is very tender! The clerk will help you grill it to 80% done! You can eat it! The service attitude is so good! You don't have to do it yourself! The pork is really fat and lean! The clerk will help you grill it until the surface is golden! Then dip it in their secret sauce! It's really delicious! Crispy and fresh! I chose kimchi soup! This soup is quite big! Their soup is different from other soups! It tastes more delicious! There is a lot of ingredients in the soup! It doesn't taste too salty! The vegetables in it are very tasty! Drink it up! The Lunch Box in the menu is a box of vegetable rice This is also delicious! There are a lot of vegetables in it! There are Chinese cabbage! Tea tree mushrooms! Bean sprouts, radishes, etc.! The waiter will wait for you to finish eating the barbecue and help you put it on the grill to heat it up! The taste is really great! I missed it all night after eating it! It's a taste that other stores don't have! Delicious Jajangmyeon The taste of jajangmyeon is very good! The taste is salty! Mix the egg and noodles together! Add a bite of meat! It's so happy! The waiter said that you can also eat it with the plate of shredded green onions next to it! It smells really good! Store name: KKONDAE K-BBQ Address: 2561 W Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90006 Parking: They have their own large parking lot read more

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Surprisingly excellent! You can't go wrong here. Not all you can eat, but most exceptional bbq places aren't. My coworkers recommended that I try this place and they were right! Service was good. Ambiance was standard for BBQ. Will be back! read more