One of the best KBBQ experiences I've had in Ktown, and I've had a lot! Mountain San is actually the oldest Korean restaurant in the United States, established in 1974, and honestly it shows in the best way possible. The banchan spread alone is worth coming for. Everything is housemade and the variety is insane. My favorite was the green onion salad, don't skip it. But the marinated galbi is the real star. Tender, juicy, and cooked perfectly right at your table by the staff. I've had galbi all over Ktown and this one genuinely stands out. The vibes and ambiance are great too, spacious and energetic, perfect for groups. Service was attentive and made the whole experience feel seamless. Parking was pretty straightforward, since the restaurant is located inside Koreatown Plaza. Will absolutely be coming back! read more

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The absolute BEST kbbq in all of Los Angeles! Only place that you leave feeling amazing and well fed. Prices are great and quality is AMAZING! Order the Galbi 1000%!!! Ask for the owner!! He is #1in the business. read more

Mountain San BBQ - The best! - Barbeque Near Me - Los Angeles, California

We came by Mountain San BBQ during DineLA week to try their set menu. They had a set course of 5 small dishes to go with your choice of noodles. The mini abalone porridge and jumbo garlic shrimp were probably my favourites amongst the courses. The shrimp had great texture and packed a punch in fragrant garlic goodness. The abalone porridge was warm and soft with great umami flavours, I just kept wanting more. The rest of the dishes were decent, it felt very much like visiting a Korean auntie's house and they cooked you a feast in a good way. The portions are very generous so it was a great deal. I'm not sure I would come back for their noodles again, but would definitely want to try their bbq. All the other tables were grilling meat and it smelled delicious. read more

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I've been a regular at Mountain San KBBQ since they first opened at KTown Plaza, and it's still one of our go-to spots for KBBQ! The staff is so friendly and attentive, and the wait is usually minimal. The meat and banchan are also consistently great quality. My boyfriend and I usually go for the 2-3 combo because although we're only two people, we definitely like to eat for three! The portions are generous and sometimes we even have leftovers that make the perfect lunch the next day. Our favorite cuts are the brisket and marinated short rib. We also really appreciate that the staff cooks the meat for you, so we can just sit back, eat, and enjoy the meal without having to worry about cooking everything ourselves. The interior is clean, comfortable, and inviting, and the service has always been great during our visits. This is definitely our go-to KBBQ spot, and I'm always looking forward to our next meal here! read more

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came here for the dine LA $55 deal. Typically, the duo meat set itself is $109, and you don't get any of the side dishes. With the dine LA, you get the meat plus the side dishes. The meat quality was great. The staff explained each of the meats and the origin of their recipes and the restaurant. Would definitely come back, especially if they do the dine LA deal again. Parking is in the garage and the staff can validate it for free. No corn syrup in the Galbi marinade, they use pear. first place I've seen give Jangjorim with KBBQ. Staff grills for you read more

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Wowzers! Not an AYCE but quality is fantastic. I have to say I always skip the mash potatoes for banchan because it's usually dry and doesn't have flavor but not this place! Every single banchan was delish, fresh, and flavorful. The rice sheets was steamed which is a first for me and I like it so much. Steaming it makes it much easier to seperate, soft and fluffy. I got the cheapest set meal, added garlic shrimp and small abalone rice. Everything was phenomenal. Service is great. They come around and cook the meat for you. The owner walks around greeting guests and checking in. He asked if it's my first time and explained the menu and told me what's most popular. Restaurant plays loud music, clean and spacious. The grill vents do a good job and you don't walk out smelling strongly of bbq. There is a parking lot attached to the mall that has free parking for first three hours with validation. Overall solid Korean bbq place and I can't wait to go back for more. read more

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Fantastic bbq! First time taking it, always came for the abalone porridge. Meat it top tier quality. The barchan is exceptional. Feels like they made it fresh, not taken out of a big box. Servers weee so friendly and the owner is so kind, funny, and friendly. Drove in from redondo and will for sure be back~~manager guaranteed me a seat outside of the ugly section! IYKYK read more

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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 read more

Mountain San BBQ - The spread - Barbeque Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Went to mountain San for the dinela deal, it was apparently half off of normal days cost! It was really good and super filling for two people. The waiters would cook for you and cook everything for you. I like my meat a little charred so I definitely took over when I could. The Kimchi was fresh and the amount of banchan really made it worth it. It was a little busy when we went on an early Sunday, but it was worth the wait. I would definitely come back again but maybe on a special pricing day! read more

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* Price: $109 for beef duo or $129 for premium beef classic. There are also a la carte options of variety cut of beef, pork, chicken. Not AYCE. * Ambiance: very clean and spacious seating. They have good ventilation. So you dont smell like BBQ after dining here. * Location: Korean town plaza. 3rd floor. Parking garage with 3 hour free parking with validation. * Meals: high quality meat. Many banchan options. The famous abalone porridge is worth the hype. * Service: friendly and pleasanf staff. The servers were grilling the meats for guests. This place was on my bookmark after watching Rockstar eating Steve on YouTube. So, when they are on dineLA of August 2026, we can't wait to come here. The restaurant is one the oldest Korean restaurant in US (over 50 years) but recently added kbbq to their menu. They do not take reservation. It's first come first serve. DineLa menu is $55 per person (similar to beef duo combo), minimum 2 person per table, including banchan, albalone porridge, sesame chicken, jumbo garlic shrimp, potato pancake, Korean pancake, fried calamari, steam eggs, and choice of kimchi fried rice, or cheese kimchi fried rice, hangover ramen, bean paste soup or spicy kimchi soup. The meat includes beef belly, wagyu brisket, marinated short ribs and marinated galbi. The restaurant is known for healthy ingredients with no additives or MSG. We really enjoyed the abalone porridge, very comforting. The garlic shrimps are very large and tasty. The galbi is infused with pear, very tender and sweet, balanced well with their garlic sauce and radish sheet. We ended the meal with cold cinnamon tea which is very nice to cleanse the palate. We left the restaurant with a full tummy and doggy bag for next day! Final verdict: thumb up! read more

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This is my first yelp review and this definitely means a lot since it was my birthday too. The meat, banchan and everything in between was amazing. You don't have to worry about burning anything as the waiter/waitresses will make sure everything is cooked to perfection, excellent service not only to the food but drinks as well, bottoms up on the soju!!! When the clock hit happy hour the disco ball comes down and the music lights up everyone's mood and creates the perfect atmosphere you could ask for. We even got to meet the owner who is so epic words can't even explain the energy he brings to the table to ensure the best kbbq experience in all of Ktown. Looking for the next place to go? I think you should definitely come here read more

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 read more

Mountain San BBQ - $109 combo - Barbeque Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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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!!!! read more

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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. read more

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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! read more

Mountain San BBQ - Premium beef combo for 3-4 - Barbeque Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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!! read more

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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! read more

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We originally came here to just try the soup but after stepping inside and smelling the grilled meats we had to get KBBQ. From the moment we walked in the staff was super welcoming and the owner even came over to explain their menu, ingredients, and options. He and the rest of the staff also came over frequently to check in, cook our meats, and even offered us some complimentary items for our first time. Be sure to come during HH as they offer some free Soju! It's a newer location that opened in the last couple of months so it's clean and I really liked how the vents were the skinny ones similar to Korea and are right above the grill. There was a constant stream of people throughout the night (we came at 8) so I can see how crazy it can get on the weekends. Definitely try to come on the weekdays to avoid the crowds. It's also located at hmart so you can get parking and get it validated. There was only two of us so we ended up trying the duo to be able to try some of their key meats. My favorites were definitely the wagyu brisket and galbi. The owner mentioned they make the sauces in house (no corn syrup) and with korean pears! I also got a side of their kimchi soup which was a nice kick to the meats. They make their soup bases in house and that is what they are originally known for. I need to come back to try the abalone. They also ship their coal for the grills for Korea so it really gives that nice char and flavor. Overall, we had a great dinner here and even had leftovers! The two was also plenty of food for us but come with a larger group to try more. Their menu is pretty extensive from the meats (but def come here for this), soups, rice bowls, and more. You won't leave hungry that's for sure! read more

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. read more

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This place got me through college and grad school, so I was happy to see the owner combined San and Mountain Noodles into a new spot with a huge perk: free parking! It's 3 hours free with validation and parking is safe and so easy. The best update is that they now offer mini versions of the classics. It means you can actually order the abalone porridge or beef tartare as a side without having to skip the KBBQ. The Kalbi Short Ribs They've used the same pear/apple marinade since '74. It's naturally caramelized and not that overly sweet, syrupy mess you get at other places. Steamed Egg: Super fluffy because they use anchovy broth instead of just water. Potato Pancake: Made with sweet shrimp--definitely a unique dish. Open until midnight on weekends, which is great because it still feels like a "homestyle" meal rather than typical heavy greasy late-night food. If you go straight up to level 3, you will walk right to the restaurant without fail. So nostalgic! Hope they succeed! read more

I cannot say enough great things about this place. It's by far my favorite kbbq spot EVER. The meat selection is elite and so is the preparation. Apple and cilantro kimchi is now a regular craving for me. The staff is so nice and helpful. It's a cool spot in the plaza with easy parking. Super clean and vibey read more

Got the grand feast + 2 other meats for a group of 7 and we were FULL, may not have even needed the extras. Meat quality was fantastic, service was speedy and attentive, and parking in the plaza is validated! read more

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! read more

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Hands down the best KBBQ experience I've ever had. From the moment we walked in, the hospitality was incredible--everyone was welcoming, attentive, and made us feel taken care of the entire time. The service was next level. Our waiter cooked every cut of meat to absolute perfection, making sure each bite was at its peak flavor and tenderness. You could tell they genuinely cared about giving us the best experience possible. And the food... unreal. Easily the best meat I've ever tasted. Every bite was so tender it practically melted in my mouth--it barely even needed to be chewed. The quality was on another level, and the flavors were incredible from start to finish. If you're looking for an unforgettable KBBQ spot, this is it. Amazing hospitality, flawless service, and some of the best food I've ever had. I'll definitely be back. read more

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. read more

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Owner is funny, the foods good and I didn't get seated at the ugly section. 5 starz ... read more

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Parking Validation up to 3 hours! This spot is located inside a plaza on the 3rd level, above H-mart. I had arrived there for lunch at noon on a Saturday. The workers were nice, but if you plan on coming here starving, I recommend you eat a little beforehand or be prepared to wait a long time. We first entered and were told to wait 10 minutes while they seated us. There were a bunch of tables open, but they seemed short-staffed. They WERE EXTREMELY SHORT STAFFED when I was there. Once we were seated, it took us about 15-20 minutes for them to take our order. I don't mind the wait, cause the place was nice and clean, and I think it's a great place to catch up with a buddy. After they took our order, about 30 mins passed before the food arrived. I came with a family member who was extremely hungry, so we decided to cook the food ourselves since they had just left it there for 10 minutes. A worker finally rushed over and cooked a bit for us because the workers here are the only ones who should do the cooking- understandable. But what's not understandable is having 3 servers when there are 7-8 tables waiting. They are rushing around a lot and trying to keep everyone happy, but I feel like there should be at least a few more servers because the lunch rush was barely starting, and we only TRULY got to eat almost 40-50 minutes after arriving. The meat quality was pretty good and the workers are nice, I just think there should be more than 3 servers working on the floor. read more

I've eaten at Mountain a few times since they recently opened in Koreatown Plaza, and every time had been an amazing experience! Their bbq combos are great for groups with a delicious variety of beef/pork cuts and enough portions for everyone to enjoy. Banchan is yummy and tastes so fresh, and the servers always refilled it quickly whenever we ran out. Every time I've eaten here, servers have been friendly and attentive. This place has a fun vibe, and it's definitely in my top favorites for kbbq. They also get bonus points from me for serving my go-to brand of soju! read more

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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. read more

Mountain San BBQ - Side dishes for reasonable price - Barbeque Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Mountain San BBQ recently opened up at this new location, I think it's been a few months now but a huge plus for me is the free parking. The Premium Beef combo set was well worth the price for me. It includes ribeye, marinated galbi, marbled beef, and short rib marinated with sesame oil and salt. Though it was busy at the time of my visit, the staff did their best to come and check on my table often, they cooked and cut the meat for us, which was nice to not have to worry about burning my meat and making sure is cooked perfectly. Great service and great food, I would recommend trying Mountain San BBQ! read more

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I had dinner here yesterday with my cousin (she's from San Diego) and her bf. Really friendly staff, service was great and omg the meat quality was amazing! The beef melted in our mouths. So tender and absolutely juicy. I love how the waitress and waiters would cook the meat for us (it's great so they make sure the meat isn't over cooked) and also I don't go home with my hands smelling like grilled beef (my dog didn't judge me this time). They didn't spend much on the decor of the restaurant, but they did spend a lot on the ranges and the grills, it actually sucks up all the smoke from the grills so everyone can eat and enjoy their food without having a bunch of smoke going into their faces. We ordered the beef combo for 3 people. Heads up it's a lot of beef! I love how attentive the servers were. When we ran out of salad, we didn't even have to ask, they immediately brought over a new salad bowl. I'll definitely be coming back when I'm in the area. My cousin also wants to come back when she comes up to visit. She wants to try the beef rib soup. read more

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Brought my family here after my partner saw a YT video online and we were impressed! Got an assortment of dishes - the $99 stone grill combo, bibim-naengmyeon, bibimbap, beef sundubu, and jajangmyeon. Everything was very filling and the servers were on top of it. They'd come pretty often to help cook the meats. Honestly I'm coming back for the rib-eye next time My bibim-naengmyeon noodles were stuck together like the starch didn't get washed out completely. The jajangmyeon was different from what were used to but apparently the owner likes it that way so I dig it! Everyone has their own version :) read more

Mountain San BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Los Angeles, California

The best KBBQ in koreatown! They have great service (shoutout sophie and Andrew), amazing banchans, high quality meat and ingredients (they use maldon salt so you know it's good). They have FREE PARKING! + Their prices are also very fair, and their gyeranjjim was one of the best ive had, you have to try it out!! I and my friends who have come here on multiple separate occasions have nothing bad to say, I don't know the full details on what the tea of the threads of Mountain and a microinfluencer, but the low reviews she falsely made her friends post on Yelp is so sad because the food is really so good! read more

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This place has always been a well-known spot in Koreatown for its abalone porridge. They recently moved to a new location and added a BBQ menu, so I went to check it out--and it definitely exceeded my expectations! Honestly, it was even better than a lot of the other BBQ places I've tried. The meat quality was excellent, and the beef combo I had came with a generous portion--perfect for sharing with a group. I also recommend trying the doenjang jjigae (soybean paste stew), homemade dumplings, and yukhoe (Korean beef tartare) alongside the BBQ. Since it's a brand new location, everything felt very clean and fresh, which added to the overall great experience. read more

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Mountain San BBQ is a perfect kbbq experience. First of all the food is amazing. My party of four got the feast option from the menu and it was delicious. This was by far some of the best brisket I've had from kbbq (and I've been to a lot), but everything was great. The ban Chan was super fresh & generous. Every meat was cooked perfectly because the very helpful + attentive staff makes everything for you at the table. This made the pacing of the meal perfect and allowed us to enjoy a great dinner among our company. The owner here is also awesome. He welcomed us, gave us some insights about the restaurant and establishment itself, and made us laugh a lot. I can't recommend this dining experience enough. Looks can be a bit deceiving from the outside, but go in and you won't regret it. The total cost of this meal for what you get per person is a steal. Lived up to the hype! read more

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Located in the Koreatown Plaza on Western Ave Celebrated a friend's birthday here. She made a reservation ahead of time so by the time we arrived, everything was set up. We had a large group so we had to split into 4 different tables but we were all next to each other so it was no biggie. We were able to get up, walk around and mingle. Each table ordered their own food, which worked out well. We took shots, took pictures and just had a grand time. The service was impeccable! They gave us samples of food to try, free drinks and they even provided a whole surprise cake for our friend! Loved that they added that nice touch :') Food was amazing! Great meat quality and side dishes. Our table ordered the premium beef combo for 3. A LOT of food for 1 guy & 2 girls. One thing that made me sad was that the combo does not include any soups/stews (which I def need when eating kbbq). Hopefully that changes in the near future, but other than that- we shall be back! read more

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Mountain used to be one of my go-to spots back when they were located in the same mall as Hangari Kalguksu. They've since moved and now seem to lean more toward a Korean BBQ concept, though they still offer some of their original menu items. We ordered the kimchi jjigae (#M7)--a familiar favorite from their old menu--along with the bean paste-based soup with beef ribs (#6) and the pork katsu appetizer. Just a heads-up: their infamous jangjorim banchan only comes with dishes that start with "M" (i.e., the Mountain Cafe items). The food was fine, but the service was a bit underwhelming. Aside from when our order was taken, I had to flag someone down for water, missing banchan, and even the check. This was surprising, considering there was almost a 1:1 ratio of staff to tables when we visited. One of the things we loved most about the old location was its homey, hole-in-the-wall vibe. This new spot, while bigger and offering ample free parking and an expanded menu, seems to have lost that small business charm. Maybe we missed out by not going the BBQ route this time, so we'd be open to coming back and giving it another shot--but the non-BBQ dishes didn't quite hit the mark the way we'd remembered. read more

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Great quality meat and service! Parking is free with validation in a huge structure attached to the parking/mall. The meat is fresh and the premium beef combo was the perfect amount for two people. We enjoyed eating here really much and would definitely come back! Love that they aren't ayce since we wanted to eat quality meat. read more

Mountain San BBQ - Premium beef combo - Barbeque Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Oh, Mountain San BBQ, where do I even start? I wandered in craving something hearty but not in the mood to play grill master with Korean BBQ, so I went for the imperial style stew - sounded fancy, like I was about to dine with ancient emperors or at least get a crown with my meal. Spoiler: no crown, just a side of unexpected "seasoning." The stew arrives looking all steamy and promising, and I'm digging in like it's my last meal. Then, out of nowhere - plop! A greasy droplet kamikazes from the air vent above, straight into my bowl. I stare at it, thinking, "Is this a new fusion cuisine? Korean BBQ meets stealth mode?" Turns out, the vents were sweating more than I was after that spicy bite. Who needs extra flavor when the ceiling's got your back... or rather, your soup? Service was fine, ambiance was "industrial chic" if you ignore the potential for oil slicks, but let's just say my imperial stew turned into an "imperial slick" real quick. If you're into surprise ingredients, this is your spot. Me? I'll stick to places where the only thing dripping is the sauce I ask for. Proceed with an umbrella! read more

Great food and service! Love that they have set menus with kalbi, beef belly, toungue for $100. Not bad-- for 2 was definitely more than enough!!! Great customer service. They didn't provide us salad, maybe I needed to ask? Was with my two kids unsure if they forgot! I know it's a new location and they are trying to get everything straightened! Ambiance is nice and roomy! I love that it's not dark--lots of kbbq places are dark and super loud! The manager was super nice!! He said that his porridge is famous, and let us have it to try!!! read more

Mountain San BBQ - Barbeque Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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