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    Mountain San BBQ

    4.7 (204 reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 10:30 pm
    Updated a few days ago

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    MOUNTAIN SAN BBQ ATMOSPHERE

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

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    Tay K.

    This place is fire!! I came here with my family, party of 7, and we were very well taken care of Our server was so nice and funny, he gave us free sojus and service dishes, so thank you !! Highkey forgot what we ordered cus I got drunkies but I remember it was a large combo It came with sm sides and delicious meats The meats were so good, the marbling was insaneee and the marinade was so yummy My favorite cut was most definitely the 꽃살. We ordered cold noodles and it paired perfectly with the freshly cooked gogi The pork belly is super yummy too, our server COOKED I highly recommend this spot if you want some dank ass gogi, great service, good vibes, perfect place for group dinners or date night

    Premium beef combo for 3-4
    Katrina T.

    I saw this restaurant on my Instagram feed, and just knew that I had to come try it out! I've heard many wonderful things about the amazing meat quality and flavor! Upon arriving on a Sunday night around 6:30 PM, we were welcomed by each and every server there. Between the three of us, we ordered the premium beef combo that serves 3 to 4 people, and a half portion of the cold noodles. Everything tasted absolutely amazing - all of their sides are made freshly in-house, and their meat is marinated with their special restaurant recipe! Everything tasted amazing and each bite of meat melts in your mouth. The marinated options are definitely my favorite. Fun fact - this is actually the oldest standing Korean barbecue restaurant in k-town! They've been open for 52 years. The restaurant owner and our server Andy were so kind and insured that we were always tended to. Hearing about the history made our experience here all the more enjoyable! I'll definitely be back again - mountain San is definitely one of my favorite KBBQ spots in LA now! Highly recommend!

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    Lena H.

    Traditional korean parent approved! Located on the 3rd floor of koreatown plaza. We came for Fathers days it was busy with every table filled. But there was only about a 5 minute wait. Service and staff were friendly, helpful, nice and attentive. We ordered the naengmyun, beef tendon, LA kalbi, beef belly, gyeranjjim, steamed beef mandu, crispy garlic shrimp, galbitang, and kimchi jjigae. All the food was great aside from maybe the kimchi Jjigae, not that it was bad. Just felt like an after thought. The most outstanding thing was the fusion cilantro banchan. Honestly I could eat a whole tub!! The garlic dipping sauce that they had and also put on crispy garlic shrimp was another stand out!! One of the oldest Korean restaurant in K-town LA. They built and set a standard and truly they live up to it!!

    $109 combo
    Jaclyn D.

    IG recommendation did it again!! It is not an AYCE so the meat quality, you know, would be good but when the server squeeze fresh lemon juice onto your beef tongue...you know this place is legit. We got the $109 selection and it was plenty of food for 3 people. Simple banchan paired with deliciously grilled meats and you even get: steam egg, your choice of soup (spicy kimchi or beef paste stew) or kimchi fried rice, and Korean pancake. Staffs were friendly and really hustle so it made the experience even better since they grill for you. Definitely would return for more beef tongue and beef fingers! Staff: 5/5 Parking: 5/5 (structured - 3hr free with validation) Price: 4/5

    The owner
    Jessica R.

    The food is amazing You can't go wrong with Kkbq!!!!! If your in the area u must try this place.... The service is amazing They go above and beyond!!!! They made the night!!! It's got a club vibe Clean and cute I love the aesthetic Give it a try Can't wait to come back!!!!

    Yukhwe
    Susan S.

    Overall, I'd recommend this bbq place. Located in K Plaza Market, you need to park on the 4th floor to be right next to the entrance to the restaurant on the third floor. Their meat is great quality. We had the 2 people combo that was $109, and the chadol, galbi, the joomuluck were all great quality meat. We added one cold noodles, order of yukhwe, and fried rice since there were 3 of us, and the amount of food was plentiful. They give you steamed egg and a small stew as well. We enjoyed the meat, including yukhwe, but the fried rice and cold noodles were both a hard pass. Not sure how they mess up on fried rice, but it was pretty flavorless and I actually brought it home and added some more kimchi broth and sesame oil to make it tastier. The cold noodles (naengmyun) was not something I'd order again, and I love cold noodles. I'd go back for their meat though, and on the day I was there for lunch, service was very good. We had to cook the meat ourselves a bit when it got busy, but the waiter was very attentive and receptive to our requests. They were famously known for their abalone porridge before they became a bbq restaurant, and I'm looking forward to trying it again next time I'm here! Confirmed that they still have it on their menu.

    Sarah S.

    I've been to San BBQ (aka Mountain) a couple times now and it's pleasing, reliable and I'm sure I'll be back. It was in another location for years and opened in the Koreatown Plaza mall last year. Sometimes the music from the restaurant is blaring through the mall so if you follow the sound, you'll find yourselves at Mountain San Korean BBQ on the 3rd floor. It's a loud and poppin' KBBQ spot between the music and overhead vents with staff running around quickly. Service can sometimes be slow and you wait for awhile as it gets very busy. I haven't ever encountered a hugeeeee wait here so that has been a huge positive dining here. And they have the parking lot which is a big plus in Koreatown, too. Be sure to get your parking validated The service is decent, the meat is decent, the overall experience is decent. I like their beef belly best!

    The aftermath!
    Aaron T.

    I really liked this restaurant, which is on the top floor of Koreatown Plaza. Lately, we've been going to the KTP Food Court but we decided to try something different since it's in the same building. We were the first customers when they opened for the day and we were a bit skeptical since it was getting close to lunchtime and no one else was there. No worries though as the place quickly filled up as we finished our meal. We decided to order a few items from their extensive menu. We were considering going with one of their bbq combo meals but we thought it would be too much food plus we wanted to try a few dishes. We opted for marinated galbi (half order), rib eye steak (half order), abalone porridge and cold noodles. We liked that you could order half-orders for bbq as well as other a la carte items. The meal also came with an assortment of banchan + steamed egg + fried pancake + fried squid. The meal was truly delicious and a treat since I have been laying off beef for awhile. We had a really nice server who bbq'd our meat selection to perfection. Needless to say, service was good, maybe not too personal but they do a very great job. Customer base seemed very mixed: older folks, families, couples. Apparently they do get very busy in the evenings. A great spot that I hope to visit again so I can sample other items from their extensive menu. Free validated parking (!!!) in the KTP structure! Plus ++++ we DID NOT smell like bbq smoke after our meal...!!! I kept sniffing my sweatshirt but to my surprise no lingering smell of smoke.

    Side dishes for reasonable price
    Dokgotak N.

    Parking is so so comfortable,no need to pay for valet fee like $3-$6 at night. BBQ is main menu but for me,side menu were the best fit for a drink at dinner time. So cheap with small amount of food which is good enough for the people like small food eaters.Strongly recommended.

    $99 beef special
    Leonard K.

    I came here for the second time this week. The first time I came here was shortly after I saw huge lines here and was wondering what it was that caused all this commotion. It's definitely a quality Korean bbq spot that probably has the best steamed egg I've ever tried (with a flavorful sesame oil flavor to it). I got the $99 beef special, which for two people, really is a lot of food. The beef belly has that flavor profile you look for when you start eating the meat, the Wagyu is lean and tender, then my favorite part was the kalbi without the marinade. What made that so special is that the grill has charcoal, so all that deep charcoal smoke coats the meat perfectly. With how they have their ventilation system set up, the smoke from the charcoal goes straight up through the grill and into the meat. Pairing that cut with the green tea salt provides a perfect combination to a flavor that you can expect from high quality meat. After, they served the marinated kalbi. I didn't recall getting fried shrimp the first time I went, but it was nice to get that crunchy texture as well to enjoy throughout the meal, along with the flavorful kimchi pancake. I really like the panchan here, especially the salad, green things and the kimchi. What makes the salad here nice is how they dress it up into the sesame oil. It gives the salad such a nice flavor that you definitely want a second serving. In addition to the smoke being focused on the meat, their ventilation system prevents your clothes or hair from smelling like smoke as well, which is a common complaint found in other Korean bbq spots that Mountain addresses well. The service here is phenomenal. They cook for you. They treat you with kindness and respect. They're attentive. And the ambiance is nice too. This is definitely a Korean bbq place worth checking out!

    Bee M.

    Mountain KBBQ is tucked inside the H Mart building on Western -- kind of hidden, kind of perfect. We went for the all-beef combo ($99.99 for two) and honestly, it was a solid choice. Everything came out fresh, well-marbled, and sizzling hot. The portions were generous enough that we both left full but not in that regret-your-life way. Service was quick and efficient -- they don't hover, but they're there the second you need more banchan or a clean grill. The sides were all solid, especially the kimchi and dipping sauces. It's definitely more quality-driven than your usual all-you-can-eat KBBQ chaos. Parking's easy thanks to the H Mart lot, and it's kind of fun to walk around the market afterward with that lingering smoky BBQ smell clinging to you like a badge of honor. Pro tip: come early -- it fills up fast on weekends.

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    One of the best KBBQ in town! A definite must go! Every dish was absolutely amazing!!!!

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    Ask the Community - Mountain San BBQ

    How nut allergy friendly is this? We've been here multiple times and it has been perfect each time but now we are looking to bring a friend who is deathly allergic to peanuts but not sesame.

    We're pretty nuts friendly for the most part. Just let the server know and we'll make sure you are well informed prior to being served.

    Is this place child/toddler friendly?

    This is a kid/toddler friendly , it's a family friendly place.

    Is this AYCE?

    No, this is not AYCE. They offer combo menu.

    Do they cook for you?

    Yes. Just be patient as they're constantly moving around too, but they do cook the meats for u

    Do you seat single patrons? Or is it minimum party of 2?

    We can seat single patrons. There isn't a minimum here. Thank you.

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    Danbi was the perfect pick for a girls' night out in ktown! We ordered drinks and some yummy…read moredishes, and I'll definitely be back. Me and friend started with drinks at the bar - I got the hwachae milk punch, a pretty pink sip! My friend got the espresso martini, their take made with cold brew soju, Korean coffee mix, and makgeolli. Both were fun, well-balanced ways to kick off the night. Their honey butter chips were pretty delectable - fresh-cut potato, fried until crunchy and airy, then drizzled with a honey butter glaze that channels those nostalgic honey butter chip snacks. The sauce was good but can definitely be a sweetness overload, so if you don't have a sweet tooth, I would avoid ordering. Got the pine nut cold noodles, which was refreshing on a summer day - white noodles in a chilled soy milk broth with pine nut. The pine flavor was pretty subtle, so if you're into that, definitely get this, but for me it was just okay. The pork jowl was delicious though - comes with chili crisp and garlic rice, and we ended up taking some home because we couldn't finish it all! Service was great - we sat at the bar and got to watch the bartender work and chat. Parking can be hit or miss; you can either park in the several garage structures around ktown or the small paid lot in the Danbi plaza, but we came on a Thursday night and it was still pretty busy. Overall, a 9/10 meal with good vibes, cute drinks, and delicious food. Already dreaming about trying the galbi next time I'm here!

    Our first challenge was finding the place. Danbi sits behind Chapman Market, and the name is…read morewritten in white on the window with a white shade behind it, so it was easy to miss. We went for the DineLA menu. We had reservations and were immediately seated. Overall, the restaurant had a modern, relaxed vibe. Our server was very personable and helped me choose the Kimchi Mule, which turned out to be an excellent choice. The food started rolling out right away, beginning with the Honey Butter Potato Chips. They were good, but probably not something I would order again. Next came the kimchi watermelon and spicy sashimi noodles, and I was impressed with both. I had a hard time imagining what kimchi watermelon would taste like and was surprised by how much I liked it. The spicy sashimi noodles were the standout for me. I kept going back for another bite and would come back just for those. The Corn and Cheese Roll came out next along with the Pork Jowl. Both were good, although if I returned, I would probably try something different. Up until that point, everything had gone extremely well. The food came out at a good pace, people checked on us, our waters were refilled, and dishes were cleared almost as soon as we finished them. Then we waited. And waited some more. Our server kept apologizing and telling us, "The dessert is coming!" After at least 20 minutes, we started talking about simply leaving without it. I finally flagged down the host and asked if there was a problem in the kitchen because we had been waiting so long for the parfait. A few minutes later, he came back and explained that there was an issue involving the whipped cream. At that point I asked how much longer we were expected to wait. Eventually the parfait arrived, and I couldn't help thinking that we had waited close to half an hour for what amounted to a small dollop of whipped cream on top. To make matters worse, the dessert wasn't very good. We couldn't finish it. I left disappointed, especially because the rest of the meal had gone so well. I know the kitchen delay wasn't our server's fault, but I would have expected someone to proactively explain what was happening or offer us another dessert rather than leaving us sitting there wondering when--or if--it was coming.

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    Borit Gogae is a great spot if you're looking for traditional Korean food with a mostly plant-based…read moremenu! The interior is beautiful and very traditional, from the decor down to the tableware. We went for lunch, when parking was free. They offer valet during dinner. Service was also great--our waitresses were very attentive and checked on us often. We ordered the set menu, which came out to around $45 per person with tip. You get SO much food: appetizers, the main course, two types of soup, and dessert. You definitely won't leave hungry! The food is mostly plant-based and pretty mildly seasoned, so keep that in mind if you prefer stronger flavors. Nothing particularly stood out to me this time, so I'm not sure I'd come back specifically for the food, but I'd definitely return when I'm craving lots of veggies and traditional Korean flavors. Overall, I'd recommend it if you enjoy Korean food and want something different from the typical Korean BBQ experience!

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    tl;dr the delectable pork ribs overshadow the otherwise authentic but standard lineup at this…read morenow-shuttered Korean stalwart Los Angeles Koreatown is home to restaurants that specialize in every facet of Korean cuisine. If you're searching for some of the city's best pork, then those in the know will bring up Ham Ji Park. For 2 decades, generous platters of pork ribs and pork neck stew decked every table. Now, our Korean friends lament the loss of their favorite pork joint in the city. The Koreatown proper location is located in the Royal Plaza mini-mall, just a few blocks off bustling Wilshire. Discounted parking is available in a lot across the street from the Chevron gas station. From the street, the entrance is flanked by potted plants and an enclosed street-ery. Inside, stainless steel chairs are pressed up against wooden tables, each outfitted with a metal grill. Oppressive fluorescent lighting shines down on the stone grey walls, which are left undecorated apart from a few flatscreens. Multi-lingual chatter blends with the sizzle of platters. I visited with some friends for a weeknight dinner, and about half of the tables were occupied. We shared a spread of grilled platters and sizzling soups. The meal began with a carafe of barley tea and a mostly standard spread of banchan. Across our food, the best dish was the signature Charbroiled Pork Spare Rib. The ribs were flavorful without feeling gamey, and the meat was complemented by sweet caramelized onions. The pork ribs handily outdid the good-not-great Charbroiled Beef Short Rib. Lastly, the Milt and Cod Rose with Vegetables stew was fishy and briny, appropriately flavored for the Korean palate. The service was appropriately attentive, although I would've appreciated more intentional refills of our banchan ramikens. The rib plates cost upward of $35 each, while the soup was just under $30. The portions were hearty; a single entree platter could reasonably feed 2 moderately hungry bellies. It's a shame to hear that Ham Ji Park has closed; I'm kicking myself for not trying their pork neck stew earlier.

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