THIS PLACE IS GREAT! I liked how I could choose between the $30 menu and the $40 menu rather than having a lunch and dinner menu since I don't eat that much. The meat was tender, juicy, delicious! Especially the plain brisket This place also passes the kbbq kimchi test! If you go to a korean restaurant and they have good kimchi, that's how you know their food is worth experiencing. Spicy, sour, salty; I loved it! The service was great as well! We received some complimentary rice cakes and the waitress we had checked on us often :) Some delicious items I had: Bulgogi Brisket, plain brisket, SEASONED SIRLOIN (heavy on this), and the rice. I prefer my kimchi stew more sour than salty so this place's kimchi stew was okay but I can see how people would like it! Lastly, the decor is very interesting! Worth taking pictures and I appreciate how the robot bringing food didn't sing a song every time. read more

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What a spread! The appetizers included are phenomenal, and my favorites were kimchi cucumber and steamed egg and japchae, but of course, the price was $47 per person for ayce dinner on a weekday night so it's definitely a risk benefits assessment to come here. Service was busy but friendly, and there was some delay between orders and arrival of food, but overall the experience was fantastic. For a group of seven it is pretty awkward due to the spacing of the grills being super far away from each other, but not being large enough to feed more than three people max, to be a larger group he may end up sitting awkwardly separated by space. read more

Moodaepo - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Was craving Korean Bbq and had some family in town so I knew we had to go to Moodaepoo in Koreatown! Walk ins are welcome and I suggest making a reservation if there's 8 or more in your party. There's valet parking, residential and street parking with meters. We were greeted by friendly staff members and the seating was great. Once we sat down, the fun began. They now have an iPad that breaks down all of the categories like side dishes, meats, beverages and more. The cool thing about Korean bbq is that the meat comes out raw and you cook it on the heated grill in front of you. We had beef, pork, shrimp and octopus. Our vegetable options are made fresh like salads, soups and more. Great place to people watch or watch sports on the big screens. So much fun. read more

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My first time visiting Moodaepo and I can assure I will return as I had a good experience. I had seen mixed reviews, but this KBBQ definitely delivers when it comes to quality. All the meats we ordered tasted fresh and well marinated. The variety of sides were a huge plus. My favorite by far is the ramen, which was very rich in flavor. They have an ipad ordering system, which makes it super convenient and creates a smooth experience for both guest and employees. The only downside to this location is the seating. I was not a huge fan as the spacing felt a bit too crowded. We were a party of 3 and we shared the table with another group. They had their own grill, but it made the dining experience feel less comfortable as we did not have out own table. read more

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You order your own food using a tablet & they bring everything out to you - service was pretty quick. Had all of my favorite side dishes so that was a plus for us. We got there at about 1pm on a Friday afternoon and it was not busy at all also liked that they had their own parking lot. Would definitely go again if back in Cali & have already recommended to family members! read more

Moodaepo - Short ribs, pork belly & teriyaki chicken on the grill! - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Food here is good!! The amount of meat and overall side dishes are great - japchae, steamed egg, kimchi, rice, salad, and a few more! We liked the marinated brisket and the marinated short ribs the best!! Definitely recommend if you like the traditional marinade. $32.99 / person for dinner (90 min AYCE) Service is very fast to bring anything you order or ask for!! Which I think is important when it's timed. Interior is very lively & fun!! I think that at 6:30 or 7pm they turn the lights down almost to "cosmic bowling" style read more

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Love the korean bbq! Moodaepo has amazing food. We had a great dinner. Service was good too. read more

Moodaepo - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This place was sooo yummy! I loved how it catered to large groups as well! The tables were huge and had plenty of space for everything. The cuts of meat were high quality, and we got a matcha cocktail to share that was top notch. All the sides were tasty and authentic as well. Service was fast and efficient as well! Loved the self-serve iPad concept. Definitely had a fun late-night vibe. I can't wait to come back here! read more

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i love their ordering system that's a) on an ipad b) you can order every 6 mins instead of most places that limit to 3 items per order c) lets you choose side dishes (insane selection w king oyster mushrooms and soups) lowkey underground spot this will be my new top cheap kbbq. quality isn't bad at all very tender and fatty read more

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Friends visiting LA for the holidays--or just here for the viral Korean BBQ experience? Moodaepo in Koreatown LA welcomes you with large seating for big groups and ample parking , greeted by a huge soju Christmas tree ! Yes, it's not standard, but it's luxury Koreatown vibes . The food is above and beyond. We tried the viral watermelon soju -- sweet, refreshing, and dangerously easy to drink -- so fresh it feels straight out of a K-drama. Ribcap steak is the ultimate luxury meat--named Saewoo-sal in Korean because the meat naturally curls in a shape that resembles a shrimp. The prime beef rib, rib fingers, and super tender beef tongue are all melt-in-your-mouth delicious. Perfect spot for your holiday chill. IG: socalhkfoodies read more

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It's a good thing I have the entire interaction recorded, along with photos showing exactly how much food was left on the table. Since you were given inaccurate information, I am happy to clarify what I personally experienced. First, I never asked for special treatment or an exemption from any restaurant policy. I mentioned being a regular customer because I had always loved the staff and consistently had positive experiences at Moodaepo--until this interaction with Gina. We also never questioned why the check was brought while we were still eating. That statement is completely false, and the recording confirms the actual sequence of events. It is very disappointing to see that management was given inaccurate information by its employees and chose to publicly repeat it without first verifying what happened. This reflects a serious lack of honesty and communication within your team. Your response also misrepresents the amount of food remaining. I have photographs showing exactly what was left on the table. Therefore, this is not simply a difference in recollection--the photos and recording document what actually occurred. My review was about the unprofessional and disrespectful way Gina handled the situation, as well as management's failure to approach our table and listen to our concerns directly. Instead of acknowledging a customer's poor experience, your response mischaracterizes my intentions and presents a version of events that the evidence does not support. I stand by my honest review and my description of the experience. read more

Great food and great staff! The music was great especially when they had the birthday song for my friend and I. Tonight was her actual birthday so she got a dessert box. My birthday was a few days ago but they still had my name on the screen. read more

Had a night out with family and friend, it was our first time in this restaurant and we loved it. Good food and costumer service, we will be coming back soon. read more

Overall, my experience here was great. Our food came fast and there were many options to choose from. The restaurant has a nice vibe to it from all the lights and is a nice place to get together with friends. The only thing I have to note is that you can only order three or six (not sure) dishes at a time, and there is a six minute wait in between each order. A few of our orders were forgotten or missing, which is why I left out one star. read more

Moodaepo - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

We came for the vibes AND the food and this spot did not disappoint. "Moodaepo" means bold in Korean, and that's exactly the energy here: lively, loud, fun, and full of flavor. We opted for the Premium AYCE option for full menu access: Premium Dinner: $49.99 Premium Lunch: $42.99 What we tried: Ribcap Steak (Saewoo-sal) the star of the night! This premium cut comes from the upper ribeye and naturally curls into a shrimp shape. So tender and buttery! Brisket, steak, short ribs & more all super flavorful. Viral Watermelon Soju served in a GIANT watermelon and insanely refreshing. Nighttime is a WHOLE experience: A vibrant, party-like atmosphere straight out of Korea's nightlife read more

First timer....the meat/chicken pretty tasty. The service was good. Best part, it has reliable parking during the day. Went for lunch. Price is reasonable. Definitely will return! read more

After dining here, I noticed unfamiliar Facebook/Meta charges appear on my card shortly afterward. I can't confirm whether it was related, but the timing was concerning enough that I locked my card and contacted my bank. Aside from that, the restaurant itself was disappointing. The meat quality felt mediocre for the price, service was inattentive, and the $40 watermelon soju looked better than it tasted -- there was barely any soju in it and it felt overpriced. Overall, I personally wouldn't return based on the food, drinks, and overall experience. read more

Spent lunch in LA today. Parking: Finding parking in LA is always a challenge, but thankfully they have a private lot right beside them. Free parking lot. Ambiance/Environment: They have a LARGE space with plenty of indoor seating. Perfect for groups of all sizes. Love the music and vibes here. It was somewhat busy when we visited during lunch, but they became even more busy closer to the evening. Service: Join the wait list via the tablet when you enter. They'll text you when your table is ready. We were seated by one of the servers. They were attentive and efficient. Empty plates were constantly removed. Though, it does take a while for the meats to come out. Sometimes it's hard to wave one of the servers down for assistance as it became busier. Meats & side: We decided to splurge and go with the premium menu. It included the yellow and red portions. We ordered majority of the spicy meats like the spicy beef brisket, spicy beef sirloin, and prime spicy beef rib. We also ordered the house special beef belly, wagyu beef belly, and aged ribeye. We enjoyed everything, but our favorites were forsure the spicy meats! The banchan offered were delicious. You can also ordered more sides. I got the spicy kimchi soup which came out bubbling from the kitchen! Their corn cheese tasted as expected. Pricing: Definitely worth it. We enjoyed their meat selections and left overly fulfilled! read more

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I wanted to update my review after reading the owner's response. It's honestly frustrating to feel like my experience is being dismissed. You mentioned it's difficult to take my review at face value without a date and time, but also referenced, "directly confirming with the staff member on duty." For clarity, this visit took place on 04/02 at around 2:22 PM, which I can verify. You also stated there were multiple tables during lunch, which does not reflect what I experienced. When we walked in, there was only one other table seated with two people. The restaurant has a very open floor layout, so I would have clearly noticed if there were more. We stood at the front without being acknowledged. When I initially tried to order, I was told no and directed to use the tablet. While I understand the ordering system, it was not clearly explained how it works. I would not have assumed that drinks were included in the same 6 minute ordering restriction. Because of the attitude we experienced, I did not feel comfortable asking questions or clarifying. I already had to ask for napkins and forks and felt uncomfortable. Now imagine trying to order drinks after already being told I had to do it on the tablet. I understand there may be safety concerns with the grill, and I have no issue with staff stepping in. The issue was the attitude. It came across as rude, dismissive, and impatient. Although you said, "the specific wording you quoted does not align with how our team communicates with guests," I was told "forget it," which was my experience. For context, the person who brought out the check was actually very polite. My issue is specifically with the service we received from our server. This has now been two separate visits where I've experienced similar service. To be specific, my previous visit was on July 10 at around 10 PM, since dates and time seem to make the reviews valid. I have no reason to misrepresent anything. I even said the food was good. My only concern has been the service, and based on both visits and this response, it feels like the issue goes beyond a one time interaction. read more

Tbh, not worth coming here again. It's overhyped and pretty expensive for what they offer. The food selection was limited, especially when it came to seafood. They also automatically add a 15% gratuity to your bill, even for a party of 3, and then suggest an additional tip on top of that. Definitely not worth the price in my opinion. read more

Looking to live your K-Drama dream without breaking the bank? @moodaepo_la is an affordable premium kbbq spot in the heart of K-Town! Starting at $25.99 (lunch), you get different choices of meats, seafood, and delicious sides! A steal if you ask us The watermelon soju is a must to share with friends and family and have a good time before getting right back into eating haha great part is they also have their own valet parking! read more

Moodaepo - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I didn't realized when we came here that it would be as busy as it was for lunch. There was only one server and she looked to be a bit overwhelmed. We waited in the front with about 5 other groups but it looked like the server and the other guys helping her were setting all the tables up with water and plates to then sit us all at the same time. The place has a 2 hour limit so I assumed they sit everyone at the same time to keep track of when they should be getting up and leave. Although the beginning of our dining experience was a bit rocky everything else went perfect. It was super convenient to have a tablet to order all the foods, drinks and sides we needed without waiting for the server. And they came out fairly quick. They have a lot of tvs around to watch any sport you want. They have a pretty big selection of beers and alcohols, if you drink. read more

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Sit down was quick and service was A1! Our waiter Will was so nice! He was very attentive, helped with the bbq, and conversed with us half the time. I'd probably come back just to see him. Sides were ample in size and they were all good! I really loved the salad dressing here. Another plus is that they have the thick pork belly. Not the skinny cheap cuts. Ambiance was cool. I heard it turns to like a night club in the evenings. I'll definitely come back for that! read more

Moodaepo - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I honestly have to say it is hard to impress me with KBBQ... Especially in the town where there is a kbbq spot on every corner. HOWEVER, Moodaepo was able to accomplish just that! Their meat? Saucy, Spicy, Savory. Soju? Crisp refreshing danger juice- you could not taste the alcohol at all, and the watermelon tasted so fresh! The customer service was excellent & it was one of the most spacious kbbq spots I've been inside. FOOD&DRINK: Brisket Spicy Pork Belly Short Ribs Corn Cheese Bulgogi Watermelon Soju read more

Moodaepo - Watermelon soju - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Premium AYCE is the best at Moodaepo!! Please don't waste your stomach on Ramen. I had the best time and meal for 2025! read more

Moodaepo - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

They have such good vibe, fast service and the meat quality is good. The watermelon soju is a great choice if you're going with a lot of people. I really like how you can choose small/medium/large plates. If it's just for 2 people, you can just get small plates and try everything. read more

Moodaepo - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

A hidden hotspot in Koreatown! The retro-style ambiance is intriguing, and the restaurant's spacious interior with high ceilings sets it apart from other BBQ spots--no lingering meat smells here! It's a rare treat to indulge in premium cuts like chuck flap tail and shrimp meat to your heart's content. The signature watermelon soju, served in an actual watermelon, is a must-try! This place is perfect for family gatherings or birthday parties with friends, and even bringing kids wouldn't be an issue. ***The meat quality is top-notch! read more

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visiting LA from out of town and had warm memories of this place with excellent food but definitely will never be back after the experience we had today. we picked this place to celebrate my partner's birthday. after about 40 mins of our "2 hour time limit" we were informed of "kitchen" last call at 11:40pm- the restaurant closes at 1am which i confirmed with our snarky server-- i hope the management team can explain an hour and a half for closing BEFORE the restaurant's scheduled closing time. ESPECIALLY when the main entree of the restaurant is raw meat that the customers cook themselves because that isn't a normal occurrence i've ever known in the restaurant industry. I asked the employee to confirm- yes they were doing last call- "why ???" he responded "did i want i anything else??". "nope just checking" i confirmed. upon checking out there was an automatic 20% gratuity added for parties of 6. in the service industry, if your place closes at 1 the service team is out at 1:30 EARLIEST. we were easy and pleasant, simple guests- 20% gratuity on a 230$ tab is a ridiculous tip pool for the lazy and snarky excuse of a team who served us tonight read more

There is a parking lot connected to the building only for restaurant customers which is convenient especially located in Koreatown. Going as soon as the restaurant opened on a weekday was the best decision we made! With not a lot of people, the servers were very attentive and continued to ask if we wanted to order other dishes or needed anything else. The sides dishes tasted very good, recommend their fish cake because they gave a big serving size which I appreciated! The quality of meat was top tier because all of them were juicy and cooked to perfection leaving us wanting more! Definitely am counting down the days till I get to eat here again! read more

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Great service ! Great food ! Clean! So many options to choose from! Go to spot for ! read more

This is a great spot to take the fam for Korean bbq in Koreatown! so much space and for sure you'll be seated right away! Choose between 2 options- special or premium! You can go wrong either way! We chose premium and we think for 42.99 is such a steal for the premium meats we got! Our fave would have to be the Wagyu Beef Belly and Angus Short Rib! Also- the banchan kept coming no need to ask your servers! For our sides we also got steamed egg, ramen and corn cheese. I also had to get the Screw Kiss- cocktail soju with an awesome popsicle! They also have free parking which is pretty hard to come by in Koreatown! read more

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This was so worth it for the price! Food was good, service was awesome and I love their drink! I would totally come here just for the matcha drink alone!! The ambience is kind of dark and it is totally loud so please prepare to scream as you talk. But 10/10 #moodaepo #buzzybooth read more

Moodaepo - Drink slushies and Matcha - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I been going to Moodaepo for a very long time now. Their food is pretty good and they give bountiful. This place is great for large parties and they have ESPN playing all the time. The service is exceptional with many servers to go around! read more

I came here with some coworkers for dinner. I really liked that there is free parking on the side of this restaurant. That's a rarity for LA and made the visit a lot more stress free. One of my coworkers had been here before. We got our table for five pretty quickly since it was an early evening on a weekday. The place is really big and has an organized layout. I liked the lighting as it wasn't too dark or too bright. There were lots of TVs around with football on. The service was great here! They changed the grill often and asked if we wanted to order more food regularly. We ordered off the regular dinner menu. We got beef brisket, beef bulgogi, short rib, pork belly, beef belly and a couple other things that one of my coworkers ordered. All the banchan was delicious and of good quality. The meat quality was good, not the best I've had, but acceptable. It did get noisy later on in the evening. They were really blasting the music so it got difficult to have a conversation. Other than that this is a pretty solid KBBQ place. read more

Moodaepo - Beef Bulgogi - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

One of the quieter kbbq places that I've recently visited, I'm no professional when it comes to kbbq but considering the different wagyu offerings that I've had this is the best by far. The service is pretty much the same for kbbq spots, the music wasn't extremely loud, the decor was cute, and when we were able to get our servers attention he was attentive and quite talkative. read more

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Moodaepo is a BLAST! This is the perfect spot in Koreatown to go out with a group and have a really fun evening of KBBQ, drinks, & vibes! There was a slight wait when we went on a Saturday evening, but it moved quite fast and we ended up at a table in just a few minutes. The service here is REALLY fast! They definitely know how to keep things moving - our various banchan were out in no time and the meats we ordered not long after. They also asked us at one point to move tables so they could make room for a larger group, but that wasn't an issue at all (and they even gave us a free Soju in return)! The KBBQ itself is excellent - great quality cuts and tasted great when pairing with the different Banchan side items. I appreciated that it was a really good, strong grill (it can sometimes be a bit weak or go out easily at other places) I also loved that you could order corn cheese for the AYCE as well! So yummy!! Another MUST if you love Soju here is there Watermelon Soju - it's big, it's fun, I love it! The bustling communal atmosphere has great group vibes, the KBBQ and drink are all solid and delicious, and I definitely recommend giving this spot a visit! read more

Moodaepo - Watermelon Soju (A Must)!! - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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In a city like Los Angeles and a place like K-town it's really hard to stand out when it comes to Korean food, this place accomplishes that with easy. The meats are top notch for the price, the parking is quick and simple, customer experience has was excellent. That watermelon soju is elite! I definitely recommend this spot and I'll be back soon. read more

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This was my second time coming here, and loved it. Will provided amazing customer service. I love that they have a lunch special and that it's a big space. The meats are great quality and the sides are so good. I love the salad they give and that dressing, so good. We got brisket, spicy brisket, teriyaki pork rib, and spicy prime sirloin. Our favorites were the regular brisket and spicy brisket. We also got corn cheese and spicy tofu soup. Oh and can't forget the white rice. read more

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The meats always so fire! And FAST service, never waited more than 20mins to get seated either! And the vibe in there pretty lit they always place good music, definitely a restaurant you go with friends! read more

Moodaepo - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

It has changed, from a great place to go to and service, now you order at the table on ipads and wait for the food to come out and if you want a beverage at the same time order it or you have to wait 5 mins inbetween each order on the ipad, and to top it off you get a automatic 20% gratiuty added onto it, but you have to hunt doen for a server when you need something. Overall sad and will not go back... might need to go and see the ma and pop locations where they still care about you. Thank you for your update but your staff said I had to wait to get beverages and fresh food, I saw the fridge filled with sliced meat waiting to be served... that's what you get for an open kitchen read more