One of my favorite KBBQ places! Their service is friendly and quick. Their meats and banchan are delicious. The ventilation is good. They give a huge variety of banchan here and if there are a few that you really like, they will give you a bigger portion of it. They are constantly refilling and checking to see if you need more. My faves are their japchae, fish cake, and thinly sliced radish. Their meat menu has a great selection. I'm pretty basic though and just opt for beef belly, beef brisket, premium pork belly, and ribeye bulgogi. They are generous with their portions and are quick to refill your meat orders. Ice cream is free at the end of the meal. The flavors rotate. On this trip the options were black cherry, strawberry, and green tea. If it is someone's birthday, they do something special so make sure to let them know if you're celebrating a birthday. The service has always been great whenever we dine here. Seems like they are adequately staffed to meet all their customers requests which is great. It makes for a more enjoyable dining experience. Parking may be challenging during busy times. read more

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Our favorite place for KBBQ! The meats are always fresh and feel like great quality. The staff is always high energy which is fun for a place like that. Pro tip. Ask for the secret sauce. read more

Mr BBQ - Korean Near Me - Fullerton, California

The meat quality was excellent and portion size was pretty decent. It was a bit pricey but we were satisfied. Service was top notch. My only -1 point out 99/100 was the volume level of music playing - just a little bit loud. read more

Do not let the LONG wait times deter you from trying this place. That just shows this place is worth the wait. The price and quality is great but the service is TOP TIER. The number of banchans you get is also something to be highlighted. Do not go here if you're trying to have a nice conversation. The music is blaring so it feels like you're at a Korean bbq club. Which is a good thing. read more

Mr BBQ - Small and large intestines - Korean Near Me - Fullerton, California

As a Korean (albeit an Korean america) I know what gooood kbbq food & ambiance is. It is way better then Gen (catered to the non-asian palate) but the small issue I had with Mr.Bbq was the fact that the sesame oil with the salt was NOT sesame oil.. maybe it was the generic "sesame" oil but nope not it. But I would go again if I can't kbbq at home read more

Food was great, we went on a day that was 94 degrees and hadn't been back since 3years our waitress was sweet but we asked politely if they could turn up the AC and manager said no. Ice cream was surprisingly good as well! We were dripping but wanted kbbq and because of the no I give it 4/5. I Would maybe think twice before going back! read more

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Drinks are good, but it is a really long wait they send an hour and we've been here for an hour and 45 minutes already read more

Mr BBQ - Drinks are cool definitely a Vegas vibe - Korean Near Me - Fullerton, California

This is the type of KBBQ spot that I can call my go-to spot if I lived in the area but I don't. Can't wait to come back tho! Vibes were there and music was poppin. Got me singing and dancing feeling like it was the Bay Area as I cooked some meats. Talk about burning and eating my calories! Simon aka Diamond (cuz I misheard him in the beginning ) was very attentive and always checking on us. Helped us get through our grill changes quickly and was able to continue our meat feast. Nonstop service = nonstop eating. Birthday celebration was fun to watch and got hyped for the people. Cocktails were good especially the slushies. Pretty damn strong if you ask me but worth it. Got me feeling the drunchies and kept eating! Meat selection is great, enjoyed almost all of it! Can't remember each one we ordered but 10/10. Loved the ox intestine a lot. Loved that they had liver as well Although Kimchi stew was not a hit from our group since it was heavily overpowered by tomato? That's about the only thing that threw us off. For the price, it is worth it. read more

Mr BBQ - Liver and stuff. This is like round 5 of meats aha - Korean Near Me - Fullerton, California

Had to update my review this one of the best kbbq spots with good size ribeye steaks cant go wrong here

Heavily disappointed. I came here because it was the closest KBBQ in Fullerton. Servers are kind and attentive. I'm just disappointed in the lack of air conditioning. My partner and I felt like we were sitting in a sauna. All big mobilized fans were directed towards larger parties but as for smaller parties, barely any air. It's disappointing to read that the air conditioning issue has been an ongoing problem. If anything, I feel bad for the workers because this is unethical. I can see that they are hard workers but to see them working in the heat, oh man. As a server myself, I would not want to be working in these conditions. The owner's golfing friends seemed to come in as well. Seeing them do as they please was also quite disappointing especially. Saw one walk on the seat and another gentleman be rude to the server. Ridiculous and unprofessional. I would be careful with the secret shoppers at this location. read more

I originally wrote a review back in 2022, and coming back in 2026, Mr. BBQ in Fullerton is still an absolutely fantastic AYCE KBBQ spot! This time around, we came with a smaller group of 6. A major heads-up for anyone planning to visit: the secret is out, and walk-in wait times can easily stretch to over an hour or two during peak hours. Do not just walk in cold! Your best bet is to make an "appointment" by joining their waitlist via the Yelp app before you arrive. It saves a massive amount of time and makes the whole evening much smoother. We ordered the dinner special, and the service remains top-notch. Even with a packed house, our server was incredibly attentive, quick, and her great sense of humor really elevated our dining experience. The meats came out fairly fast and were incredibly fresh. I am keeping this at 4 stars for the exact same reason as my 2022 visit: the brisket. Even years later, the brisket hasn't changed. While the very first plate of brisket is delicious, the quality on the subsequent plates drops--they lack flavor and become a little tough to chew. Despite that one minor con, compared to other KBBQ joints in the area, this is probably the best KBBQ in North Orange County. Of course, down in Central or South Orange County there are better options, but if you're looking for great Korean BBQ, a fun atmosphere, and excellent customer service up north, Mr. BBQ is still a highly reliable go-to! read more

This is the 3rd time back to Mr. BBQ in Fullerton after always being deterred by the infamous long wait--but waitlist helped ALOT this time. Mr BBQ AYCE is located kiddie corner to Paris Baguette and Yoshinoya Express. Located near the college area, this place stays packed for good reasons in the weekends. The AYCE Korean BBQ here is very good, with a great variety of meats (everything from pork belly to marinated short ribs), mussels, scallops and a generous lineup of sides to keep your mouth smiling and interesting creative "mayo seaweed salad". Shoutout to our amazing servers, Claire and Thomas--they were super friendly, attentive, and kept the grill flowing without missing a beat. We got extra 2nd servings of free ices creams. Loved how they acknowledged birthdays here--it's loud, festive sparklers, and adds to the fun, lively vibe of the place. If you're unsure what to skip, I'd pass on the tofu or bean paste soup--not their best dish but everything else is top-notch. And of the dinner menu comes in two sets offering at "standard" and "premium" menu prices. Pro tip: Plan ahead by joining the wait list (a couple hours ahead). read more

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it's great! i've been here multiple times and everytime i get full. The food is amazing and the service is great too! free icecream at the end read more

The food is amazing, and the staff is amazing! Mr. BBQ is definitely my favorite to go for KBBQ. Highly recommend. The only thing is, you will not be able to hear anyone or anything in the restaurant because of the insanely loud music. It is so loud. As someone who works with people with hearing loss, please, for the sake of your staff and guests, turn the music down. It's okay, I guess, for guests who are only exposed for an hour or two. For the staff, their hearing cells are exposed to that loud music all day, every day, which will damage their hearing. Please, if you care about your staff at all, please turn the music down. The staff should be aware that they can call OSHA if the business does not turn the music down, if they are concerned that they will most likely lose their hearing at a much earlier age due to working here. read more

I think this is the best kbbq around the area with the best service honestly. Like other kbbq the servers look like they hate their life but here they are very nice. Also I like the effort they put in with so many side dishes..you need to know its a lot of work. Also nice vibe. read more

Mr BBQ - Korean Near Me - Fullerton, California

My family and I love this spot! It's a bit of drive for us but it's so worth it. We come here with just the four of us or sometimes a big group for birthday celebration. They do great birthday celebrations here- so highly recommend if you want a fun surprise for that special person. The meat quality is always great and my kids really enjoy this spot. They have great ban chan and amazing tofu soup! My daughter loves their cold noodles here too- not a lot of kbbq spots serve cold noodles, so happy they have that here. The service is always great and they're all super friendly. I would say highly attentive even where they're busy! They have different price ranges for the type of meat you prefer - we always get the most expensive one because my husband loves beef tongue which is not on the other menu. read more

Mr BBQ - Korean Near Me - Fullerton, California

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Mr. BBQ never disappoints. Anytime I go back home to Orange County, this place is always on my list. The food is consistently good, and the experience is just as solid every single time. It's one of those spots you can rely on to deliver. It does get ridiculously crowded, especially during peak hours, so I highly recommend checking in early if you don't want a long wait. Once you're seated, everything moves smoothly and the staff is friendly and attentive, which makes the whole experience enjoyable. Overall, it's a great Korean BBQ spot with great food and a great vibe. Definitely a must-stop whenever I'm back in Orange County. read more

There is a long wait list that can only be accessed if you are five miles from the restaurant, and only through the Yelp app. Food is excellent! The ambiance is festive. It has become one our favorite AYCE KBBQ. read more

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We eat a lot of KBBQ and this is by far the best place in Orange County! Food, vibes, and service are all excellent! Definitely recommend

I come often with my family to eat at Mr. BBQ. My youngest son loves to eat Korean BBQ. The parking is a struggle since it is a small plaza. Normally there is a long wait list. My family and I usually ordered from the premium menu. We get the rib eye steak,new york steak, scallop, brisket and pork belly. The steaks were very tender and delicious. Most Korean BBQ don't have scallops on the menu and this is one of the better Korean BBQ l been to. The service is good but sometimes it's a little slow. My kids like the ice cream at the end of the meals. I would come back again. read more

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Such a cool spot in Fullerton! Even entering in, the design was cool to look at. They have merch near the host. It smells so good coming into the store. Jose was our server and he was just the sweetest. He was funny and conversational and attentive to our table despite it gradually becoming busy. He gave us complimentary ice cream at the end, which I believe is given to every customer that comes in to dine there. We got the strawberry cheesecake flavor. They do have matcha and green tea and flavor options as well. The food overall was amazing. It was my first time here so my friends did all the ordering as they've come before. I remember there being brisket, and pork belly. I loved the many optional toppings they served us. Soo delicious! It was a treat! read more

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I've been trying to go here for YEARS but the wait is always just so gnarly. We came around 7pm on a Tuesday night and there was still about a 15-20 minute wait for 3 people. Parking kinda sucks but if you're lucky you might get a spot in their tiny lot that they share with another restaurant. I was pleasantly surprised by the number of banchan they had and I've never had cold noodles offered at an ayce Kbbq before! So refreshing paired with their greasy meats! Our server was cool and he even made a secret sauce for us that was so yummy! I did feel like the quality of the meats were decent at its price point but not the best I've had. They send sparklers to your table if it's your bday! I think we witnessed like 4-5 bdays that night. v cute! The best part is the complimentary ice cream at the end and they offered like 4 different flavors! Overall a great experience and I'd come again if the wait is not over an hour! read more

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Huge shout out to Davidas our server, it was my first time visiting, and he provided one of the best dining experiences I've ever had. He was friendly, professional, attentive, and stayed on top of everything throughout our meal. He anticipated our needs before we even had to ask and made us feel genuinely welcome from start to finish. Employees like David are the reason customers come back. His level of service went far above and beyond what is expected, and it did not go unnoticed. Mr. BBQ is fortunate to have someone like him on their team. He absolutely deserves recognition and honestly a raise. Thank you, David for making our visit, exceptional! read more

My husband and I are Mr BBQ regulars and have been here at least 20+ times. Everything is always delicious and prices are reasonable, especially for the quality. I normally don't write a review just for a restaurant's food in general, however our server tonight was the best server we've had here. Her name was Kimberly and she was quick, super friendly, made great recommendations, and was by to check on us just the right amount. I couldn't imagine after being here so many times there would be anything different to try, but her recommendation for lemon with the spicy tofu soup "no tofu", rice on the side instead was by far one of their hidden gems! Such a simple modification, but 10/10. Thank you Kim for being such a hospitable person for us tonight, hope to see you next time! read more

This place is SO good. We've been here so many times and I realized Ive never left a review. The staff is friendly and the food is delicious. A big plus, and the biggest reason we always come here is that they have filet mignon. Best waiter is Angelo, he's fun, attentive and makes a good sauce. Highly recommend the steamed egg if you like eggs... its SO good, I think I had like three of them. The only thing I dislike is that they don't have the Michelada anymore :( PLEASE BRING IT BACK D: read more

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Very clean, lively restaurant. Seriously jumpin.' We were immediately assisted as soon as we walked in, and given a quite spacious table, which we needed. EVERYONE was cheerful, polite, and helpful. Our server, Channah, had all the patience in the world with two old novices. We were confused at times with the dishes, but she never skipped a beat. I felt like a toddler, asking her to show us how to properly cut the meat for grilling, but she was cheerful through the whole experience. I should also mention the food was absolutely delicious. Mr BBQ is a great experience for parties, especially birthdays. They bring you an ice cream scoop with a large sparkler in it. Now that I know how to act, I would gladly return with friends. read more

One of my favorite Korean bbq places. The meat is high quality and tasty. The sauces are also very good and kept full. This might be a bit Americanized but still a favorite. For what it is, I don't think anyone does all you can eat better in this style. read more

Mr BBQ - Korean Near Me - Fullerton, California

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Been coming here for years, still the BEST KBBQ in the OC. Consistent great service, food and friendly staff. Every time we come here, we know we will never be disappointed. Restaurant is huge, lively and music is always pumping you up even if you're super hangry you know you'll be satisfied. It gets super packed from the time they open until closing but you just gotta be patient. You can join their waitlist on YELP!! Their menu is huge with different options and reasonable price. Weekends, is automated dinner price still worth it. Their meats are always fresh and ready to be served unlike some other places you're getting the same fresh meat every round. The staff here are always on point with a great attitude and attentive. Mr. BBQ is the best, you' won't be dissatisfied. Parking is tricky, they have a lot but they get really busy so you can park across the street or chance it in the neighboring area. Great for huge parties, kids, date or just by yourself! read more

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The service at Mr. BBQ is fantastic, impeccable even, Ambross/AJ and Angelo go above and beyond to ensure you have a great meal and pleasant experience. The meats and sides are great quality, and you never feel rushed or like they are dragging on bringing your next plate of food. We'll never go anywhere else for our KBBQ needs. read more

Good food,great service and around $30 AYCE lunch. Well worth the price. Coming back again.

This was a great experience. Came for my sister's bday and our waiter was AMAZING! I believe his name was Brandon. I tipped him allot because his level of service exceeded our expectations. If you come ask for him to have the ultimate experience. Anywho, beautiful ambiance. People complain about the music being too loud but I didn't really hear it over all the loud talking around us. I would have preferred for it to be a bit louder. But yes, enjoy your food while listening to r&b music. You will have a 2hr eating limit but believe me.... It is worth it - especially the marinated short ribs. Those were next level! Also they have light up plastic soda cans. That was a nice touch. Only reason why I gave 4stars instead of 5 is because the restrooms weren't clean - other than that... pure perfection and vibe check. read more

I visited Mr. BBQ in Fullerton on a Saturday night with friends. We joined the waitlist at 4:30 p.m. and got seated around 8 p.m. It's a long wait, but there's a reason this place is so popular. Music was loud and every so often you would see a server coming with ice cream and some birthday firework candle for a celebration lol. We all went with the $39.99 all-you-can-eat menu and ordered plenty of brisket and pork belly. The table came loaded with a wide variety of banchan, which was a great start. Dipping sauces were pretty standard for Korean BBQ. Our server took our initial order but went on break without letting us know, so we had to flag another server. It wasn't ideal. We had a couple of grill changes and also tried the marinated bulgogi, which was decent. To wrap things up, they brought out complimentary ice cream, which hit the spot. I got the black cherry ice cream. Overall, a tasty and satisfying experience. I'd definitely come back. read more

Mr BBQ - Our setup - Korean Near Me - Fullerton, California

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Went for my birthday great service good food and the marinated meats are very good. A little pricey, but quality is there. The only negative thing I could say is that since they are super busy, sometimes some of the meats you order don't arrive since there's so much going on and you have to remind them, but overall very good food, good service, and good ambiance. read more

Met up with two of my best friends here for our get together. I've been wanting to come here a long time. It's popular. Long waits. Always wanted to know what this place is really about. So, what's it about? Really good Korean bbq, and good times. Our waitress was awesome. Our meat was delivered quickly and didn't stop coming until we couldn't any more. Great rib, bulgogi, pretty much any cut of beef you can think of. Rib eye. The kimchi was also delicious. Love the ambiance here. Lots of TV's... great music and vibes. Awesome gathering place. read more

Mr BBQ - Shrimp - Korean Near Me - Fullerton, California

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Mr BBQ is an EXPERIENCE.. let me tell you. If you're looking for a younger crowd, rowdy hype music, and delicious cuts of meat along with banchan.. Mr BBQ may be up your alley. Its so loud in here that your ears may ring by the time you leave. However if you're expecting a nice and quiet sit down restaurant to catch up with friends/family or impress a first date, I would not come here. So to start, this place gets packed. The wait times especially on weekends can get up to around 2-3 hours. Definitely plan ahead and join that waitlist before you even think about getting hungry. Parking in the parking lot out front can be difficult. There is residential parking a block away though and its worth it to walk off all that food. Pros: * fantastic selection for premium all you can eat * beef belly, brisket, galbi were high quality * house special dipping sauce is so addicting. Its spicy, vinegary and full of umami flavor. It goes great with all the non-marinated meats. * banchan selection and quality here is superior. The potato salad, fish cake, mac salad, and jap chae were all very memorable * service was great all around. Jeremiah was our server and he was so attentive and down to earth * fun atmosphere for celebrating birthdays/special occasions Cons: * Loud music makes it really hard to have meaningful conversations * Restrooms could be cleaner and maintained more frequently. It looked like a night club restroom on a busy Sunday night. * Corn cheese was the saltiest thing i've ever put in my mouth. I had to spit it out immediately * free icecream at the end was overly sweet and tasted like storebought dollar tree icecream. For the price point and selection, I would rather opt for their PAYCE menu if you are more of a beef/pork person. The non-ayce option had too much seafood that we just didn't care for. Last thoughts: It was a fun atmosphere especially on a Sunday night watching the football game. It was worth the one time visit but we would rather go somewhere a bit more calm and quiet to catch up with friends so it really just depends on the vibe you're looking for. read more

So we came here for a late Mother's Day dinner. This place is still as good as I remember it being. The service is fast and the meat selection is fantastic. The only real issue with this place is the parking. It's so packed here that parking is impossible lol. Make sure you show up 10 min early to find a parking spot. Inside is a vibe especially if you like sports. My brother and I were able to enjoy the NBA playoffs with the tv at our table. Awesome spot. Can't miss. read more

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The service and experience was very good from my experience. I really enjoyed the interior and layout of the place as it didn't feel too cramped. One of the best AYCE KBBQ spots I've been to! The quality of meat and sides really stands out. I especially love their dipping sauces -- they're not the usual watered-down or overly sweet kinds you find at other places. They actually hit the flavor I expect. My go-to meats are the beef belly, brisket, NY strip, galbi, and rib finger meat. All super solid picks. The banchan variety is way better than your typical KBBQ spot, and everything actually tastes fresh and well-prepped. Parking can be a little tricky there's a small lot next to the restaurant, but if it's full, I recommend parking in the neighborhood across the street. Bonus: Free ice cream at the end always a nice touch! read more

Mr BBQ - Galbi and the NY strip from premium menu. - Korean Near Me - Fullerton, California

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Been here twice now and both times it was amazing. The quality on the meat is actually insane, always so good. I love the marinated chuck steak, ordered that like 8 times lol. Service is always good but the wait time is long so make sure you get in that wait list early and stay hungry. Also the atmosphere inside feels almost like a club, and every time it's someone's birthday they play music and the place goes crazy. Very good KBBQ spot read more

This place use to be great quality for a great price but now the meat selection and quality for the 39.99 is not worth it. There are plenty of other options that include all meats from their higher tier (51.99) for a lot cheaper. There's free ice cream at the end! Parking is small. I would estimate about 20 ish parking spots only. You can park in the neighborhood across the street and walk over. Service is fantastic though. Attentive and don't have to ask for grill changes, they're very proactive about it. read more

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I am a big fan of this place and have been for nearly a decade. The flavors of the food are good and the quality of the meat is decent. I would recommend getting there early because the wait can be long. Staff is always circulating and helping, and the environment is nice. I appreciate the music and birthday celebrations always! read more