Came here with some of my friends who have either next had kbbq before or haven't had it in a while. This isn't my usual spot in the area, but I had a few friends recommend this place so I figured it was a good opportunity to try it out. I've been to other SDRs but not this location. The parking wasn't too bad, but there was an attendant for the lot in the back that I wasn't sure why he was there. I later found out that he's there to help in case someone parks in the tandem spots, which was convenient. We got seated fairly quickly as it wasn't too busy on a friday afternoon right before the dinner rush. The inside is very much a standard KBBQ restaurant vibe haha. The food quality was as expected, not mind-blowing but definitely not bad. There was a decent selection but we mostly just had the brisket, beef belly, beef rib fingers, and maybe one other thing (we all had particular tastes). The sides were really good, and the service was great as they were quick to change our grill 3 times when it started to get blackened. Pricing-wise, it's definitely on the higher end. But with KBBQ I found you get what you pay for. Maybe $40ish after tax and tip? But it's a good once-in-a-while place especially if you're craving KBBQ. read more

Shik Do Rak - Barbeque Near Me - Garden Grove, California

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Absolutely LOVE Shik Do Rak!! The food is always amazing, but the service really made my night. I came in after having a pretty bad day, and somehow left genuinely happy. Patrick was especially awesome! he was so kind and attentive and even held the doors open for me. It might seem like a small gesture, but when you're having one of those days, a little kindness goes such a long way. Thank you, Patrick and the Shik Do Rak team, for turning my day around! Great food, awesome service, and genuinely kind people. HIGHLY recommend!! read more

When it comes to AYCE KBBQ in Orange County, Shik holds down one of the top spots. The meat quality is slightly above average depending on the cut. I recommend the 3-1 with 35 types of meats, this being their most expensive ayce menu at 54.99. As this is a great deal, ordering a ribeye per wave feels like it pays for itself. Everything comes out fast and the staff are constantly making the rounds so you're never out of banchan, beverages, or meat. The music is bumping and the vibe is like a proper party. *the garden grove location is huge with tons of tables! read more

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Love going to Shik Do Rak... it is a little pricier than other AYCE places but it's so worth it because their food is higher quality. The bulgogi here is perfect since it's not as sweet as how other kbbq places make it and their banchan side dishes are also delicious... I particularly enjoy the savory seaweed dish. Service is friendly and attentive. Restaurant is pretty spacious as well with a parking lot at the rear. read more

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We have been coming here for a couple of decades and love it here. Always top service, VIP treatment until our fav server no longer works there. We'll give it a few more tries since they are adjusting to a new crew. They have a small parking lot but there's always a parking attendant if you need to leave your keys for stack parking. They have great options for their AYCE menus, but we stick to our regulars having been a regular here for years. They have a great variety of side dishes. Love their marinated galbi, thin pork belly and brisket meats. We usually order their tofu soup & steamed eggs (the best)! Steamed rice is also always perfectly made. We get an order of their onions & mushroom, fresh garlic slices & jalapeño, we add brisket sauce and lemon to their salt/pepper sesame oil dipping sauce. Ambience is nice, open space. Just make sure not to wear your best pieces as the Korean bbq smell does stick to your hair & clothes and it lingers. At the end, one of the best parts is you get to enjoy their delicious tart yogurt before heading home. read more

Shik Do Rak - Marinated galbi, thin pork belly, onions & mushroom. - Barbeque Near Me - Garden Grove, California

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Showed up around 10:45 pm and last call was at 11:30. We were able to get seated immediately for a party of 7 and began ordering right away. The menu we chose was AYCE for $26 and this had all the standard choices of cuts I enjoy eating. Our table rotated between brisket, beef belly, thinly sliced pork belly, and fresh/thick cut pork belly. Towards the end of our meal, we only ordered thick cut pork belly and beef belly as this was our favorite. Considering that staff and management kept reminding us that we only had until 11:30 to order, the service was quite slow. We ordered several plates of each dish at a time and only a single plate of eat cut would arrive. Before last call, we ordered 4 plates of specific cuts and only one showed up for each cut. I'm not sure how to improve communication but it left us feeling unsatisfied by the end of the night because we could have eaten more. It was quite upsetting because we thought we specified plate number to receive that amount, and even had to ask the server if they could make an exception after last call. Luckily they were able to compensate with 2 plates but it still didn't feel quite enough. Bonchon was served and this was able to get refilled whenever someone was available to come round with the cart. There was good selections to choose from and had good flavor. It was unfortunate because we got seated pretty far in the back of the restaurant which also contributed to slow service. The grill also felt unstable at times and because the grill does not directly have a 'slot' to fit into, it can slide around and leaves open gaps for the heat to seep out from. Caution leaving metal plates and bowels close to the edge as it can heat up fast! As the night came to a close, it felt very rushed again as they were trying to close the register and kick everyone out ASAP. They also kept coming around to remind us that we only had X amount of time before they closed and to finish all meat to avoid a charge. Considering that the service was slow, we didn't get enough to eat, and they kept rushing us, it was not a great dining experience. Before leaving, you can get some blueberry ice cream on the way out. This reminds me of a tart frozen yogurt that is blueberry flavor and was a good way to end the night. Overall, I'd come again but would request to sit a bit closer, come earlier if possible, and be WAY more specific when ordering with staff. Hopefully with more time, it can lead to a more pleasant experience. read more

Shik Do Rak - Barbeque Near Me - Garden Grove, California

First time visit on March 14, 2026 This is a very solid AYCE KBBQ spot where the sides were plentiful and our meat orders came out quickly. The establishment itself is comfortable with a good vibe and they offer free valet (which was really amazing as well. The guy was really nice and helpful). The main reason for 5 stars though (I wish I could give more) was due to our server, Darren(Darin?). He was amazing! He was friendly, engaging, quick, patient...... and best of all he checked in on us often enough that we weren't running out of food but also not too often where it disrupted our feeding frenzy. His service definitely stood out and I hope management recognizes what a star they have in their midst. I hope any customers lucky enough to have Darren(Darin?) as a server tips him super well! read more

Shik Do Rak - Original + Blueberry tart soft serve. Forgot to take pic of food. - Barbeque Near Me - Garden Grove, California

This used to be my favorite restaurant during the mid to late '90's. I can't count the number of times I used to come here with my family. But, that's all in the past. I couldn't believe all the stickers on the door of the entranceway. Luckily when I stepped inside, it was clean. The interior was not how I remembered. It's obviously been renovated and updated since I last remember. My group was the first to arrive. They had just opened at 11:30 AM. There were three young employees. They have a process where they lay out all the side dishes before they seat people at the table. We ordered a combination. It came with an egg dish; tofu soup; white rice; and variety of meats, mostly beef, but some pork. There was quite a bit of fat on the beef that we cut off and discarded. We also ordered a plate of Japchae and seafood pancake. The food was still as delicious as I remembered, it was the fact that we had to keep requesting service that this restaurant gets three stars. We had to request bowls of lettuce; hot barley water; another pair of scissors to cut our meat because the first ones were dull; a new grill because the first one was all black and burnt; more rice wraps; etc. The restaurant is large, but there were maybe 5 separate groups here during the week, at lunch. Parking: They have a large, free parking lot in the back. read more

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We came in as a large group in the middle of a Friday and it unfortunately happened to be at the same time as another large group. There was plenty of seating, but definitely understaffed during this time (around 3PM). We waited about 20-25 minutes before being seated so they could open up the 2nd half of the space. It's AYCE as well. The waitress seemed overwhelmed and some items took a long time like water or sides of rice, but after she got some more assistance, seemed in a better mood! You're able to order 3 meats at a time and then any of the sides. All the meat quality was pretty good! Decent marbling and it's a cook it yourself spot. We really liked the brisket, rib fingers, and the pork neck the best. Banchan is also unlimited, but make sure you don't stack the empty containers cause they will bring the banchan cart to you and just refill the same bowls. read more

I can't seem to get away from this place. I suppose it's easy because the banchan is good and the cost is reasonable $34 for dinner. Service always kind of sucks. They don't staff properly for the size of the place, but otherwise I have no other complaints. Poor servers look so stressed out. The air filters could be better, I always walk out smelling like a carnivores delight. It's a local fav among a bunch of other options in Garden Grove. read more

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This has got to be some of the worst customer service ever... no one is at the front to check anyone in. Workers saw a bunch of people waiting and didn't bother checking them in or anything. The waiter was nice and checked just barely enough. But for the price and service this was definitely not worth it... I think ever since covid this place has definitely gone down hill. Pay the price elsewhere for a better experience and meat quality was just average.. read more

Shik Do Rak - Barbeque Near Me - Garden Grove, California

I've been coming to Shik Do Rak with my family 3/ 4 times a year for over 10 years, and it's still one of our favorite places to celebrate. The meats are always delicious, and I can never skip the blueberry tart frozen yogurt tbh it's what makes the meal complete for me. Even the sound of the oil popping brings back so much nostalgia, and I'll never forget learning the hard way not to touch the hot grill after grabbing it with the metal tongs! I even brought my cousin here when he was 8, and now he's 18 we've made so many great memories here. read more

Most updated menu. This is first time I'm trying this restaurant. Good impression with fast service, variety of food and reasonable price read more

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Carly/Carley/Carli did amazing today as our waitress. Extremely fast and didn't miss a single thing. Service is usually kinda slow but this was the best service my family had in years. read more

Went here for dinner on a weekday with a friend, and we were blown away by the service! Shout out to Patrick and Cody for elevating our experience!! One of the best kbbq dinners we've had so far. 10/10 service, the staff was so attentive and funny. They treated us with great care and made sure we were enjoying ourselves. The food was great and you can't beat the price. Overall, one of my faves and go-to for KBBQ. Everything came out really fast and my friend and I will definitely be coming back soon. Thank you for the incredible hospitality! The restaurant was clean and spacious. Not too crowded and at one point it seemed like there were only a couple tables occupied. read more

Shik Do Rak - Barbeque Near Me - Garden Grove, California

1. The meat options were good quality! I really like the marinated pork belly! 2. The spot has fun casual vibes! The interior is spacious! 3. The staff were friendly and attentive! 4. There are only indoor seatings! There are a lot of tables! 5. Parking lot is medium size! Sports are single-lined and not compact! Note: There are restrooms available for customers! Photo: Brisket, Pork Belly, and Small Intestines read more

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If you get here a little before opening the parking isn't open to the left of the restaurant entrance. You can still get to the parking by driving down Galway St and then making a left into the parking behind the restaurant. We were one of the first people to be seated when they opened at 11:30 on a Sunday. The servers were really nice. They were never too far so we could easily request for things we needed. One of them also cut one of them eats we ordered. They were quick to jump in and replace the grill before we noticed it was getting too burnt. The portions are quite big so we were good with the smaller serving combo for two people. The marinated meat was delicious. It had great flavor. I would have also been happy eating brisket only. It had a fresh taste. The side dishes were alright. We split the egg soup between two people. I wish they had the mashed potato side dish that's in the shape of an ice cream scoop. The water was fresh and didn't have a tap taste. There's also ice cream available but it wasn't offered to us but we were also really full by the end of the meal. The ambiance was alright until families came in with their crying babies. read more

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Shik Do Rak is a really solid Korean BBQ spot with consistently delicious food. Everything we ordered was on point--fresh meats, great flavor, and overall a very satisfying meal. The only reason I'm giving 4 stars instead of 5 is because it can get very busy, and service slows down a bit during rush times. When I came with a friend, we had to flag the host a few times for refills and extras, and when you're really hungry, the wait can feel longer than it should. That said, once the food arrives, it absolutely delivers. Quality is great, portions are good, and it's a place I'd still come back to--just ideally during a less crowded time. Great food, just be prepared for a bit of a wait when it's packed, however it has a great atmosphere read more

Food is good service good parking always available, price decent , would highly recommend

This spot was my last meal before leaving LA and I enjoyed it so much! We waited a little bit for our table but it wasn't long. It was pretty busy & the parking lot was full too. The service was great....someone always came by to ask how we were doing, if we needed anything, and to refill our banchan!! Everything we ordered was enjoyable. The cuts of the meat were good and so were the portions that were brought out to us. I love getting Korean bbq in LA and this place is now a part of my top list! I can't wait to come back again. read more

Shik Do Rak - Barbeque Near Me - Garden Grove, California

We went to the one in Garden Grove. We went right when they opened at 11:30 am. The restaurant was empty but they were slow to seat us - it seemed they set up the table by putting all the sidedishes on the table before seating people. The waitress who attended to our table was very friendly and helpful. The food is average to slightly above average - nothing wowed me but my companions enjoyed the variety of meat we got to order by choosing the 'All you can eat' option. I ordered marinated squid & due to the marinade burning easily, they had to change the grill about 5-6 times but they did not seem to mind & insisted we get a fresh grill whenever the grill started to burn. The sdiedishes are fairly simple & typical - kimchee, fish cake, cucumber salad, & a couple of other vegetables dishes. We got the steamed egg, soon tofu soup & bean paste soup. The flavors were lacking in the soups so I'd forego the soups in the future. Steamed egg was fluffy and good. There was a yogurt machine which was a nice finish to the greasy, meaty lunch. They had original, blueberry & mix yogurt selections. Parking is in the back of the restaurant. By the time we walked out, the cars were double parking so my cousins had to tell the restaurant so the car can be moved to let the cousins' cars move out of the parking lot. I think the front entrance was boarded up as a car had crashed it over a month ago. I guess they are working the details out with the insirance company to replace the front windows & the door. read more

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I contacted the owner and they were able to put the credit back on my card, but what a hassle. Imagine if I didn't catch it on my statement. read more

Shik Do Rak - Barbeque Near Me - Garden Grove, California

The whole staff was great! Especially our waitress Marlene. This is our go to spot. The finger meat is always good!

Wow. What a great meal. I sat with a table of 5 and arrived around 8pm. Even though it was late and there were not many other customers, the service was a little slow. (Many "all you can eat" are purposely slow so that customers eat less). Nonetheless... the brisket was pretty high quality but even though I was ordering the prime brisket, I believe they were serving us the lower quality... The intestine and beef tongue are not good. I recommend eating the brisket with radish and rice paper. It is to die for. The mood of this establishment is very inviting and chill. You have enough space to talk with your group and it feels private enough to have bond deepening discussions. Great place! Will come back again. read more

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I typically don't like restaurants that you go and cook your own food, but this was definitely an experience. Everything came out great customer service was right on top of it. Everybody was friendly. It was pretty busy in there, but we never had to wait to get more of the things that we needed, it was a good experience I would definitely go back again read more

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For a last minute thing, this was a good choice. Not only it was open pretty late for a Korean bbq place. There's a lot out back for parking. I'm sure you could also find street parking as well. Checking in was not bad. Said it was a five minute wait list but it was pretty quiet as it was around 9 pm. It was basically to set up for us. Also, the good thing with this place. They have a good selections of side dishes compared to a few others with only a few selections offered. Price wise was good for your classic and then an additional for the premium. It wasn't much different but affordable. Meat didn't take long to arrive which is nice when you're hungry. The selections and quality of meat were nice, seasoned well. The soups also did the trick and flavored and season well. They do change the grill like most places do. Every so often they come around with the cart full of side dishes for refill which comes in handy. Overall, food and service were great. Plus for opening pretty late. Don't forget to pick up your little dessert on the way out. Affordable. read more

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This is hands-down my favorite Korean BBQ spot. It's actually the first Korean BBQ restaurant I ever tried, and I've been coming back ever since. The food is always great. My favorites are the bulgogi and the marinated chicken. Everything is flavorful, and it's one of those places I keep craving. Most of the staff are friendly and helpful, although every now and then you'll get someone who's a little less welcoming. My biggest complaint is that orders aren't written down, so things occasionally get forgotten. Almost every visit, we end up having to remind someone about an item we ordered. That said, the food keeps us coming back. Despite the occasional service hiccup, it's still one of my favorite places to eat. read more

Shik Do Rak - Barbeque Near Me - Garden Grove, California

To Senior Management and Ownership, I am writing to express my disappointment regarding an incident that occurred during my recent visit to your establishment. I have been a loyal customer for over 15 years and have always enjoyed supporting your business. Unfortunately, my most recent experience was unacceptable and has left me questioning whether I will ever return. While I was dining, an employee working in a security or parking enforcement capacity approached me regarding my vehicle. He instructed me to move my car, and I responded that I would move it shortly. Rather than handling the situation professionally, he replied with a demanding "Now," which I felt was unnecessarily rude and disrespectful. When I later exited the establishment, I calmly explained that I would appreciate being spoken to with courtesy and asked that he use words such as "please" when addressing customers in the future. To my surprise, he refused and responded dismissively. The interaction quickly escalated from there. I admit that I became frustrated and used profanity, which I regret. However, what happened next was far more concerning. The employee appeared to challenge me physically and behaved in a manner that suggested he wanted to provoke a confrontation. I found this behavior completely inappropriate for someone representing your business. At that point, I told him that it was incredibly irresponsible to attempt to start a fight while working and representing your establishment. No paying customer should ever be placed in a situation where they feel disrespected, antagonized, threatened, or provoked by an employee. Additionally, I would like clarification regarding this employee's role. Was he an actual security officer, a parking attendant, a car monitor, or another employee assigned to monitor the parking lot? Whatever his position may be, I am concerned about the level of training he has received in customer service, conflict resolution, de-escalation, and professional conduct. From my perspective, this employee did not attempt to calm the situation or handle it professionally. Instead, his behavior escalated the interaction at every opportunity. Employees who interact with customers should be trained to communicate respectfully, use proper etiquette, and de-escalate tensions rather than contribute to them. Having an employee represent your business in this manner will undoubtedly drive customers away. Professionalism, courtesy, and respect are essential when dealing with paying guests. At no point should a customer feel as though they are being treated like a criminal simply because they are visiting your establishment. We are paying customers who support your business, and we deserve to be treated with dignity and respect. I strongly encourage management to review this incident, determine whether this employee is properly trained for his position, and provide additional coaching, retraining, or disciplinary action if appropriate. Respectful communication and professional conduct should be the standard for anyone representing your restaurant. For over 15 years, I have supported your business because I enjoyed the atmosphere and service. Unfortunately, this experience was the exact opposite of what a loyal customer should expect. No paying guest should have to endure an employee who is rude, confrontational, dismissive, or seemingly eager to escalate a situation rather than resolve it. I hope management takes this complaint seriously and conducts a thorough review of the incident. Businesses succeed because of their customers, and customer service should remain a top priority. I would appreciate a response regarding the outcome of your review and the steps being taken to ensure situations like this do not happen to other guests in the future. Because of this experience, I no longer feel comfortable returning as a customer. That is disappointing after more than 15 years of loyalty and support. read more

Fav side dishes. Server is great! Meat quality is top tier. Design is clean My go to spot now read more

The meat was incredibly fresh, and the complimentary dessert at the end of our meal was delicious! Our server, Marlene, was wonderful and consistently checked in on us throughout our visit. She truly helped make this one of the best AYCE KBBQ experiences we've ever had! Unlike many other KBBQ restaurants, the music wasn't overly loud, and the atmosphere was comfortable and welcoming. Overall, a great experience... 10/10 would recommend! read more

My favorite Kbbq spot in OC. Meat quality is so good and always consistent. Service is quick and efficient. Must order the beef belly!! The have the best banchan and steamed egg! read more

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Overall (4/5) A reliable all you can eat Korean BBQ spot that delivers comfort, value, and consistency. First Impressions (4/5) I have been here many times. The restaurant is clean, busy, and exactly what you expect from a solid Garden Grove KBBQ spot. What We Got (4/5) AYCE set with brisket, beef belly, short rib Soft tofu soup Taste and Quality (4/5) Meat quality is decent and consistent, not premium, but appropriate for the price. Soups were warm and comforting. Side dishes were especially good. Service (4/5) Staff were friendly and attentive throughout the meal. Space and Atmosphere (4/5) Clean, organized, and comfortable for groups. Was It Worth It (4/5) The lowest tier included everything needed for a satisfying meal at $42.51 as of January 28, 2026. Good value for AYCE KBBQ. Final Thoughts Perfect for anyone wanting affordable AYCE KBBQ without sacrificing cleanliness or service. I will continue coming back. read more

Shik Do Rak - Barbeque Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Love that this location opens a bit later and their pricing is pretty affordable! Took my family from out of state here to try some kbbq in California. We had an amazing time as the food was delicious, service was quick, and vibes were great overall. Our servers Patrick and Cody honestly really made the experience one to remember with their friendliness and humor. I truly don't think I've had better service from any other restaurant before, so our experience here will definitely be remembered. THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU! read more

Shik Do Rak - Brisket - Barbeque Near Me - Garden Grove, California

Shik Do Rak is an OG kbbq spot located in Garden Grove's Koreatown that has been around since the early 2000's. There is a smaller parking lot behind the restaraunt with a decent amount of parking spots. Typically, wait times are not usually that long here but there is an option to put your name down on the waitlist. Inside, they have a pretty spacious interior with a good amount of seating. I stopped by with the big back homies for dinner around 7pm and we were seated right away. I already knew the food was going to hit after the long day I had at work. We opted for the $33.99 per person AYCE menu and everything was delicious. My favorites were the Beef Belly and the Marinated Finger Ribs. Overall, I enjoyed the authentic flavors and the laid back ambiance of the restaurant. All of the staff here are very friendly and welcoming. There are not too many things better than AYCE kbbq and yap with the homies. There is a reason why this spot has over 1,000+ positive reviews! read more

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Brisket/Marinated Ribs were good but service was slow and bad. The grill didn't cook entirely and the place was dirty.

Went to this restaurant on the recommendation of a good friend. Made sure we knew the hours and the menu before we even went. We parked in the rear parking lot, which had signs pointing to the front of the restaurant for entrance. Went to the front of the restaurant, and both doors were locked, with a sign saying, use the rear entrance. Went back to the rear parking lot, but the only door available was locked. There were people inside talking and they were cooking. We just drove away. read more

The food is delicious and the waiters are super nice. The energy is pretty calm and when I've gone it's not super packed and we're seated pretty quickly . read more

To the young fellow with a hole in his sock and the girl server (and the whole night crew honestly!) on Monday July 20, the service was exceptionally spectacular!!! Thank you for constantly checking our tables, being efficient, charismatic and helpful!! It is much appreciated. Also, the meat is super tasty here! Definitely a must try! Especially, once again, the service provided. read more

I'm sad to say I have to start looking for another KBBQ spot. I used to love coming here. It was one of my go to places for years. But lately, the service has gone downhill in a big way. We've had multiple visits now where there's barely any service, even though there are plenty of employees around. It's frustrating trying to get someone's attention, and when you finally do, they rush you. They don't even let you finish ordering just say "okay" and walk away. On top of that, orders come out wrong or items are missing altogether. More than half the employees look lost or hates their job. It really feels like the leadership and overall management have slipped, because the experience just isn't what it used to be. The leadership has really gone down. After almost two decades of coming here, it's disappointing to see it at its lowest point. There are so many other KBBQ spots in the area now, and unfortunately, this place just isn't keeping up anymore. read more

Thank you Patrick once again you always provide great service... one of the main reasons we keep coming from San Bernardino (The family with the cowboy hat) read more