Review #281 - 2019 I'm not too crazy about the idea of ordering take outs from a college campus food court, but I was craving grilled squid for some odd reason and this place happened to be the closest one that offered it. I called in around 9:15 PM to place our orders and was told that our food would be ready for pick up within 20 minutes. Perfect! We showed up around 9:45 PM on Friday, October 11th, because we made a quick detour to pick up a few drinks at Yifang on our way over. I got two orders of the BBQ kalbi because I was afraid that one order wouldn't be enough for me & the boys to share. This was actually our favorite of the four items we ordered. Portion was very generous so we had more than enough to share. I got the grilled squid for myself, but ended up giving it to my nephews since I was expecting it to be a dry dish. It tasted ok, just not what I had in mind. The boys enjoyed it though. My son got the spicy kalbi tang and he really enjoyed it. I took a few sips of the broth and thought it was pretty flavorful. The beef was nice and soft as well. I got the bibimbap as a filler since I didn't know what else to get and the boys ended up enjoying it. I didn't taste it since I was too full. Over all, the food was good and portions are very generous so it's perfect for college kids who are eating on a budget. We'll definitely be back. read more

Steve's Korean Bbq - 10/11/2019: Good food, reasonable price, generous portions = perfect for college kids! - Korean Near Me - Berkeley, California

Had high expectations because was told this was a "must-try". Pretty pricey but large portion sizes; had to split it. The short ribs were a bit bland and oily; don't expect the same taste/smell as KBBQ that you grill yourself read more

Steve's Korean Bbq - Short ribs | ig @ voyeges - Korean Near Me - Berkeley, California

The barbecue is tasty we been going here for 20+ years. The mixture of sweet rice makes this a savory food with an awesome unique taste. read more

Steve's Korean Bbq - 4. Barbecue Short Rib - Korean Near Me - Berkeley, California

As an adult, I've traversed far and wide for Korean places with BBQ short ribs. And I came back here to say, confidently, that Steve's BBQ - one of my staples back in college - gives the most short ribs of any restaurant I've seen in my life. Sometimes we use the phrase "a mountain of food," and it's mostly used as an exaggeration. At Steve's, it's no hyperbole. An order of short ribs (or really, any meat) will earn you a large pile of ribs, stacked one on top of the other until you almost can't even pop the lid closed on the takeout box. It's accompanied by an equally large amount of rice. Which, if you eat all of, you might too full to consume the mound of short ribs. I wouldn't have the appetite to finish it now. But at least back in college - after a full day of classes, meetings, appointments, club gatherings, and socializing - I could come to Steve's and know there was a mountain of short ribs awaiting me. A mountain that no restaurant I've been to since has come close to matching. read more

If you are ever craving kalbi, there is absolutely no better place to get it then right here at Steve's BBQ. Massive amount of meat, and so so cheap compared to any other korean restaurants you go to. Obviously the quality won't be AS great, but honestly, it will hit the spot. It was enough for at least two meals, I love the kimchi and bean sprouts that comes with it too. MEAT LOVERS PARADISE, go here and you won't regret your decision. read more

Steve's Korean Bbq - Korean Near Me - Berkeley, California

Accessible, quick, and filling - Steve's is an all time favorite because it gives a lot of food and is open fairly late. As a graduating college student, Steve's has been a place that I've consistently visited since my freshman year. [The Restaurant] Located in Asian Ghetto amongst other college favorites such as Gypsy's, Steve's is the place to go if you need something to satisfy your spice meter. The restaurant itself is a bit worn down and can sometimes get stuffy inside (especially in the summer). [The food// service] I love their spicy tofu soup. The price seems to have gone up since I last remember. It's currently close to 11.00 but they give you such a large portion. The tofu soup is rich in tofu, (your choice of meat- I usually get beef), mushrooms, onions, zucchini, and carrot. Served with a heaping portion of rice and kimchi/bean sprouts. Service is nothing special but they are very polite and kind people. [The Experience] I had my first date at Steve's where I first met my current boyfriend of 4 years now. He loves their spicy pork, even if it makes him sweat and sniffle. I remember in our date scrambling for napkins so he could blow his nose. I'm not sure I would recommend this place for a first date, if you can't handle spicy but on any other day, definitely check it out! They have a lunch special 11am-2pm everyday and the spicy pork is priced at 7.79! read more

Steve's Korean Bbq - Spicy tofu soup hits the spot - 10.49 - Korean Near Me - Berkeley, California

It's okay, nothing to write home about. $10 is good for Berkeley but still unreasonable, and I got the #2 Spicy Pork and Rice plate special. I liked the banchan it came with (bean sprouts and kimchi I believe). But overall I see no reason to ever come back here unless friends want to go. read more

Steve's Korean Bbq - 2. Spicy Barbecue Pork - Korean Near Me - Berkeley, California

Generous portions, reasonable prices and same fantastic cooks I remember from when I was a student over 25 years ago.

I honestly give zero frick facks of any previous reviews. This place? Worth it. Every single penny. Holy shiznack. It's so much more worth any Hawaiian bbq place (and price of any Korean place) you'll EVER find in the Bay Area. The meat is TOP TIER QUAAAALITY. It's meat to fat ratio? Amazing, perfect. The amount they give you? Cant compare to anywhere I've ever been from CA to NJ for pricing. If you don't like the kimchi and bean sprout sides, just don't ask for it. Just the rice and meat alone makes it worth it. The taste is perfect, the medium rare definitely never frozen meat is to die for. Do NOT think twice about ordering from Steve vs anyone else offering the same thing. I had high expectations because why not just order from the regular short rib place I'm accustomed to? If Steve goes out of business while I'm in the east bay I will be missing out on quality, taste and god knows what else. You want to pay $30 for a Korean (or Hawaiian bc it's similar flavor) when you should be ordering from Steve? Ha! You're an absolute idiot. Order from them. You won't regret it. I'll personally send you $10 if you think their food sucks. That's how good this was. (Ordered off doordash, I can't imagine how good it is when freshly made. I'm w*t thinking about it Omg.) read more

Steve's Korean Bbq - Korean Near Me - Berkeley, California

Okay, I never went to Steve's BBQ until after I left UCB as I was a vegetarian during my college days. But since then I have come back to my carnivorous roots and boy have I been missing out! Well it's not the most tastiest BBQ I have ever had, but for the price and the quantity, it's a college student's dream. It does get busy and crowded during dinner and lunch times so plan accordingly. There is only street parking or you can park in one of the garages nearby. The last time we came here though the kim chee was a bit fermented to the point of bubbly? So I deduct them a star. Other than that. I could come back in a heartbeat especially if I'm craving some comfort food. read more

Steve's Korean Bbq - BBQ combo - Short ribs and spicy pork - Korean Near Me - Berkeley, California

Pretty cool korean food joint One of the food "restaurants" in the "ghetto square", this place serves primarily Berkeley students on a budget. It's way back in the "ghetto square" so you have to walk all the way inside to find it. Most of the item prices are normal, but they also offer cheap lunches during the afternoon to students around the area I got the short rib soup, which was fantastic. Huge portions, served hot. The soup was very well-boiled with a lot of flavor inside. They also put a lot of ingredients in it, so you never run out of stuff to eat as you dig deeper. The short ribs were soft, indicating it's been boiling in the soup for a very long time--niceeeeee. The flavor was also really good--just the right amount of spiciness On top of that you also get a short side of kimichi-like lettuce, and some bean sprouts. Nice stuff Definitely worth coming back again and again read more

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I came here recently for the first time in several years, and I was happy to see that Steve's is still open. I ate here a lot when my sister was a student at Cal in the 1990s. While some of the food stalls have changed over the years, Steve's has served starving college students (and their friends) for decades. I ordered a plate of BBQ Short Ribs to in eat, which only cost $12. After about 10 minutes (since all the food is cooked to order), a huge portion of ribs covered a plate, which was also full of white rice, kimchi and bean sprout salad. The ribs were tasty, the kimchi spicy, and the salad and rice provided a nice base. Bottle of house-made hot sauce are also available if you need to spice up your food. There was so much food on my plate that I could only eat half of it. The rest of it was taken home for lunch the next day (another reason for college students to love this place). read more

Got the kalbi and was impressed by the hefty mountain of meat they served me. It was a HUGE serving that fed both me and my bf, and I bet it could last me 3 meals if I were eating it by myself. The thick beef short ribs were tender and fatty and full of sweet/savory flavor. They paired reallyy nicely with the generous portions of rice, kimchi, and bean sprouts. Overall, it was a satisfying meal with great value. I used to live across from asian ghetto and I can't believe that I never came here but I'll definitely be coming back in the future!! read more

Steve's Korean Bbq - bbq short ribs - Korean Near Me - Berkeley, California

Great food,terrific service.will continue to go back for great Korean bbq. Never had better bimmibop.

I've been here about 3 times now. The price is a little high for a meal here in the Asian Ghetto, but the portions are relatively large. I've had the korean barbecue short ribs (galbi) and the lunch special petite plate of chicken and spicy pork. Galbi (3.5 stars): Not the best galbi I've had, not the worst either. But it's really hard to mess this up. The galbi comes with a large portion of rice and bean sprouts with kimchi and and there's plenty of meat so it's pretty fulfilling. Lunch special (3.5 stars): It's not a bad deal. $6.80 for a combo of chicken and pork with bean sprouts and kimchee as a side dish. The bean sprouts are weird, they're not salty, but they taste pickled? I'm not sure, they just were okay. The chicken was okay, but the spicy pork had a bit more fat than I would have liked. However, for the price and the portion, you really can't beat it. Service is pretty nonexistent because like most places near campus, you pay at the cash register and you pick up your food. The workers were polite, but don't expect the 5 star treatment, so overall I was pretty satisfied. Steve's Bar-B-Que is a place I go to when I want meat and lots of it. It's a decent place to get your food, but it's a little hole in the wall, and it's overshadowed by the other restaurants-- Gypsy's and Thai Basil. However, it's still a good place to satisfy a meat craving and I definitely come when I'm in the mood for some meat. read more

Steve's Korean Bbq - Chicken and pork petite lunch special - Korean Near Me - Berkeley, California

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i love steves bbq but this last order food is great, but........ disappointed in my recent $85 order of 3 orders of kalbi. i asked for more sauce on the rice and got just got all rice and kalbi-NO KIM CHEE OR BEAN SPROUTS. why would you exclude one of the most important parts of korean food- the kim chee!? ??? i called to complain and no recourse obviously as it was an uber eats delivery. steves bbq i am very disappointed! dont ask for any additional comment or requests on orders online if you dont read it it correctly. read more

Steve's is my go-to place near campus whenever I want a heaping pile of korean short ribs but don't want to leave Berkeley. At ~$13, you get sweet, savory, and perfectly grilled meat accompanied by two servings of rice and kimchi and marinated bean sprouts. I usually spread this across two meals easily. At this point, it's almost a comfort food to me. Be sure to call ahead with your order if you don't feel like waiting! The turnaround time is around ten minutes, and the staff are on point and efficient. The food quality is consistent, and I'm really happy that Steve's was there for me when I was a student to fill me up after draining midterms! read more

Steve's Korean Bbq - Menu May 2018 - Korean Near Me - Berkeley, California

If you want to get a high protein plate this is the place. They are pretty fast to prepare your meal.

Probably my favorite lunch place during school days. It is called a Korean barbecue place, but do not take the desire of eating traditional Korean food, then you will find this place amazing. Also, food portions are so massive that you can hardly finish everything in your meal. The biggest tip: get to use the spicy sauces and powders they provide, the dish and rice will become amazingly delicious. read more

Steve's Korean Bbq - Spicy Pork - Korean Near Me - Berkeley, California

Amazing food. Best BBQ meats and you don't have to spend 20+ dollars. The workers are great too

Let me get one big disclaimer out of the way before I proceed with the rest of this review: Steve's is not where you go for "quality Korean food." Don't expect refinement, little Korean ladies in the back, or 10 different banchan. Steve's is very much student food- big portions, quick and dirty. That being said, for what it is, Steve's hits a lot of good points. For around $11 or $14 after tax (I recommend getting the double meat combo. Significantly better deal), you get a huge helping of rice, an even huger helping of hot decentishly marinated BBQ meats, some pickled cucumbers and bean sprouts, and some admittedly pretty terrible kimchi. You get so much more meat here per dollar versus other places like T-Toust or Kimchi Garden, but of course it won't be as good. Steve's is a good value for big eaters (gains bruh), but don't come here expecting "nice" Korean food. read more

This place knows its audience and caters to them perfectly. Lots of food for cheap. I ended up getting the bulgogi and yeah, the proportions were crazy for the price. Again, the location is full of young people on a budget and this serves their needs or anyone else that's on a budget. With that in mind, the meat was definitely on the dry side and the spices didn't quite seem what I'd expect from a Korean BBQ joint. If you're a bit strapped for cash (like a lot of us) and are super hungry, then this spot's for you. read more

I've been coming to Steve's BBQ for years, luckily my friend was craving Korean food last night and all the other places in Berkeley were closed =( Steve's BBQ is located right down the street from the college campus, which is a good location for students. The restaurant itself is a hole in the wall with 5 other small restaurants, so you have options of eating Japanese, Chinese, Italian, Vietnamese, a donut shop and another Korean noodle spot. I always order the same thing which is the Kalbi short ribs. It comes with Kimchi & Brussels sprout salad. The outcome? DELICIOUS!!! and I only paid $8.95 for it!! What a deal =) read more

Steve's Korean Bbq - Got Kalbi? - Korean Near Me - Berkeley, California

Keep in mind that this place is geared toward college students. With that in mind, of course it isn't the best Korean food I've ever had outside of K-town. It most certainly isn't the worst I've had either. You should not come here expecting the banchan appetizers that are typically served at Korian establishments. Nor should you expect lots of variety on the menu like KFC. If you can accept that this is meant to be a cheap college student's paradise, you might actually enjoy. What I like best here is #17, the glass noodle dish with your choice of meat. #4, the short ribs, is also good provided that you don't get a cut of fatty meat. I also like that #4 is available as a low carb plate, meaning a bed of lettuce instead of rice. We've been coming here for over 15 years because it's generous heaping amounts of food at a relatively low price. For under $10 you can have a decent meal and still have leftovers. read more

Price: A Instagram worthy: C- Food: A- Service: A- Wait time: no line to order 5 minutes for food Visited: Monday 12:15pm This place is awesome, especially for lunch! Lunch plate was under $8.00 and came with spicy pork, rice, kimchi, and sprouts. Every time i go in the owner is super friendly and the food is always consistently good. $8 for Korean bbq is an excellent deal and if you want something good and quick this is the spot for you! The actual restaurant doesn't look like anything special, but I'd consider this a hidden gem for sure. I was able to get in and out in 30 minutes during my lunch break, which can be very hard to do. I highly recommend trying Steve's BBQ! read more

Steve's Korean Bbq - Korean Near Me - Berkeley, California

I'm in Berkeley a lot and have been coming here off and on since 2003-ish. It's a great place to get Korean style fast food and I say Korean style because other places are more authentic if you're looking for more real deal Korean food. But this place is great if you're craving kalbi or other grilled meat. They have a set regimen-you get whatever meat you choose on a bed of rice (or salad if you prefer no carb) with a side of kimchi and a side of crunchy bean sprouts vinaigrette. Portions are huge!! I always have enough for two meals but will often get an extra side of bean sprouts vinaigrette because I love them and they are so healthy. Throughout all these years Steve's has been reliably good. It all started for me around 2003 when I was walking through DFC and noticed somebody eating what looked like a scrumptious and enticing plate of jop jae (stir fried glass noodles) with a lots of flecks of vegetables and sliced meat in it. I asked her where she got that and she said "Oh that's Steve's #17 right over there". Well that started it for me! and ever since, I have been bringing home Steve's #17 and #4 kalbi ribs like a tradition whenever I'm in Berkeley. Years ago when my high school son was at UCB for summer school, that was his go to place for kalbi and he still speaks very fondly of Steve's and wants to get some whenever he's in town. read more

Steve's Korean Bbq - The kalbi ribs which they call bbq ribs. I got the no-carb version which is served over salad instead of rice. - Korean Near Me - Berkeley, California

This is some of the best Korean bbq you can get when you're looking for a cheap, fast place to eat. For around 11 dollars you can get almost a copious amount of rice, meat, kimchi, and bean sprouts. Around lunchtime, they have their lunch specials for around 9 dollars, and you get a little bit less meat but still an extremely filling meal. In fact, they give you so much food that I sometimes split the food into two meals because I simply can't finish that much food in one sitting. The interior is somewhat dingy, much like a lot of the other restaurants around Berkeley. You order at the register and they will call out your number when your meal is ready. They are super quick: it usually takes around 5 minutes to get your food. During lunch and dinner time, especially on weekends this place will get pretty busy but they will serve you much faster than a lot of the other restaurants around it. I have only tried their meat options, and my favorite is the spicy pork. I almost always get that when I come here. Since I am not a huge fan of the kimchi, I get my order without it. They will give me twice the amount of the sprouts instead, which is a nice addition. Don't be fooled that this place does not seem authentic! I have tried a lot of the Korean bbq places in Berkeley, and I still have to say this is my favorite quick spot. If you don't like spicy options, try the bbq beef it definitely will not disappoint. This will be a spot I continue to frequent all throughout college when I'm looking for a quick, cheap, and filling meal. Definitely recommend to anyone who goes to college here and also for people who don't. read more

Steve's Korean Bbq - Spicy pork. I get this every time it's so good! - Korean Near Me - Berkeley, California

3.5 stars Ahh one of the classic long-standing Ghetto Food Court restaurants, Steve's. This was my first significant exposure to Korean food way back in the day when I was attending Cal. I've tried many of the BBQ meat dishes but I've settled on the Spicy Pork as the best and my go-to order. PORK - quite juicy and flavorful and generally cooked too just the right amount of char KIM CHI - not really the best kim chi. Not much flavor and closer to just plain cabbage BEAN SPROUTS - pretty good but nothing outstanding read more

this place is incredible! one of my favorite Korean spots in the bay, I've been going here since middle school and it's been the same friendly folks behind the counter as long as I can remember. Support this awesome business for incredible food (I recommend the spicy pork- their kimchi is also amazing) and a welcoming atmosphere. Plenty of drinks, condiments, utensils, and seating both inside and outside. it's really close to cal campus too so I definitely suggest this to any new uc Berkeley students. i love this place and you probably will too! read more

I have eaten here 3 days in a row during my stay at Berkeley and always got the short ribs! I have tried the bbq chicken and bbq beef as well. Short ribs 10/10, bbq chicken 8/10 (basically teriyaki chicken without the teriyaki sauce), bbq beef 6.5/10 (kinda dry) read more

Steve's BBQ is a simple and very casual restaurant mainly catered for students that serves deliciously grilled Korean BBQ dishes as well as other Korean cuisine. I used to come here a couple times here and there during my college years and I thought that it was just okay. Coming back here yesterday, my first reaction was in noticing the price jump since most of their options are above $10 in price whereas they were definitely below that threshold in the past. I decided to try their beef shortribs with rice, kimchi, and bean sprouts due to a recommendation from my friend who was there with me. At first, I thought it was a bit pricey at ~$14, but after eating it, I feel that it was very justified. The amount of beef shortribs I received could easily go for $20 or more at most other Korean restaurants. As such, I was quite satisfied with my meal given that I couldn't even finish it, and it was grilled well with a nice ratio of fat to meat. I also got to try some of their spicy beef stew which I was also impressed with. The meat was perfectly suited for the soup with eggs, mushrooms, and other items. It was extremely mild however without really any spiciness to it at all. All in all, I would recommend this place as a simple spot to grab lunch as a university student or what not. It's not the healthiest thing in the world but it is most definitely delicious and filling. read more

Steve's Korean Bbq - Shortrib BBQ meal - Korean Near Me - Berkeley, California

The food itself is actually pretty decent and good value. My go-to is the spicy pork lunch special, which is only around $8, and comes with relatively flavorful and slightly spicy pork, a generous serving of rice, bean sprouts, and kimchi. I can't speak for the authenticity but it's still a hearty meal nonetheless. The food is always prepared very quickly, but I don't always feel the most welcome to eat and relax there. The lady who manages the store once asked us to leave while we were still finishing up our dishes because there was a larger group of people coming in and there weren't enough seats. While her request was within reason, I didn't like being rushed and wished we could've had more time to enjoy and finish our meal. read more

Is it my palate or the fact that Steve is not physically there anymore? Everyone has a go-to place where no one particularly loves. It's like having a security blanket for my palate where the most perverse form of nostalgia and ceaseless craving erupts mysteriously unexplained. Somehow Steve's is that place for me whenever I'm away from the Bay Area. First and foremost, I dream about the rich sticky steamed rice smothered by charred chicken pieces with brunt fat trimmings to give off a low down dirty smoky carcinogenic flavar. It is this place where I would take a bite of that soggy lifeless kimchi so I can relearn the fact that it's the nastiest thang e-v-e-r. I also can't say enough about the bulgogi that didn't seem to have a hint of marinate or a plate of kalbi that has more bones than substance. How about the semi-sweet pickled bean sprouts that is boring tasteless to a fault but also something I always wished to have more of. Go figure. Steve's is a big contradiction for my palate and the perpetual mystique despite the dingy straight laced ambiance. Somehow this rosy, overly romanticized urge wilted during my latest chicken plate. It was just not the same anymore as the security blanket didn't seem as wholesome and comforting as the previous finger sucking endeavors. Maybe something else has finally taken its place but the lack of a better taste can also give anyone a cool-off awakening. Can't completely let go, 3 stars for the latest experience. Eventually I will return and hopefully the magical spark will reappear, somehow. read more

Steve's Korean Bbq - Korean Near Me - Berkeley, California

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This place is the Sorabol or Hahn's Hibachi of the Asian Ghetto. Cheap, big servings, and somewhat tasty. BUT sketchy kimchi, not the best quality meat (really fatty), and over sauced. Not super authentic Korean BBQ. If you're in need of calories, but short on cash, come here. If you want authentic Korean BBQ take a drive down Telegraph into Oaktown. Cheap college eats scale: 3+ stars Korean for Korean's scale: 1-2 stars read more

Came here again... with my friend and since we were both hungry... we grubbed. She had BBQ chicken and I had the usual, BBQ beef. Food plate came out fast... we came, we ate, we conquered. Life is good... read more

Don't understand the complaints about this place being inauthentic Korean BBQ. I mean....DUH, it's right in the freaking name. Steve's, not Kim's or Park's. They make no claim to being authentic. Right when you walk in, there's a clearly non-Asian clerk ringing you up and the kitchen is in plain view, with nobody of Korean descent working the grills. Anyways, great location right in the heart of Asian Ghetto. If you need a quick fix of Korean BBQ, they aren't usually crowded and they serve your order pretty fast. The rice leaves a bit to be desired but the meat is awesome, considering it's not a sit-down BBQ type of joint. I'm never been a good judge of kim chi, but it's serviceable to me. read more

Yes their prices have been going up bit by bit for the past couple of years, but when the other places in the Asian Ghetto are cutting back on their portions, Steve's doesn't. When I came here 3 years ago as a first year, I thought the prices were a bit high, but still worth it for a good portion of bbq meat. However, back then the other places around weren't stingy either. So I had options. I hadn't been back to Steve's since that first year, and I really don't know why. Thai Basil for sure started giving less food, and I could actually finish it without being substantially full. Came back to Steve's and was impressed that prices still haven't yet hit the $9 mark, and yet their portions are the same. Super filling. I think I used to eat a whole dish by myself (oh yay freshman 15). But getting a boyfriend means being able to split everything, even the calories! We came in and got the bbq beef. I never liked their kimchi though, just theirs because I like other restaurants'. Not a fan of bean sprouts so that was part of my boyfriend's half. The meat was tender and juicy, just the way I like it. They also gave a good amount of rice and was very prompt with the order. So basically, if you're really hungry and in the Ghetto, go to Steve's, it'll get the job done. Otherwise if you're looking to spend a little less and not starving for food, you can go elsewhere. read more

Six dollars will get you a heavy plate of rice covered with a generous portion of grilled meat along with a side of bean sprouts and kimchi. Pro tip: Swap the kimchi out for a double portion of sprouts (the kimchi sucks), and stop by the sauce dispenser at the utensil stand to get a couple shots of Steve's delicious red chili sauce. The food isn't authentic Korean, but you'll get over it pretty quickly because, let's face it, any kind of grilled marinated meat is still damn tasty. I usually order the chicken, but the bulgogi and spicy pork are also good. The sprouts aren't the sesame oil kind you're probably used to--they have a unique vinegar flavor that I love. Portions are large enough to feed two, but a hungry guy can easily kill a plate on his own. The tables are fine for a quick meal, but it's easy to see why most students order entrees to go. Steve's is actually more of a three- or four-star place, but I bumped it up to five for nostalgia's sake and to help balance out the haters. I've been out of school for a few years now, but I still find time to visit every couple of months. read more

aka Steve's Mexican Barbecue. You aren't coming here for authentic Korean food, and the sooner you realize that, the better your experience will be. Tucked into the corner of Asian Ghetto right next to Thai Basil, it's one of the more neglected restaurants in the complex, with not-so-welcoming decor and an unclear view from the outside. Walk in, and the menu's not all too appealing either. Steve's really is one of those places you learn about from word of mouth. You order the usual - a meat plate with rice and kimchi. What you essentially get is a half to-go container of rice and a mountain of meat. The portions are HUGE. For the price, you really do get a ton of protein. You don't come to Steve's to be wowed. I don't think anyone ever expects that. What you do come for, however, is the portion size and the fact that it's good, honest food. Some may argue that it's really inauthentic, but that's not what you come here for. It's Steve's "Mexican" Barbecue for a reason. If you're looking to load up on protein prior to a trip to the RSF, Steve's really is the place to go. TIP: Check out their deals while they last! read more

Ahh Steve's, how I love the heaping piles of BBQ beef and incredibly quick service... Definitely a frequent visitor to Steve's when I want a simple all-meat-no-veggie to-go meal. I've been known to get the #1 whenever I have BBQ beef cravings at Cal. It's simple, has tons of meat and rice, is under $10, and there's a bit of bean sprouts and kimchi as well. When I'm feeling like I do need veggies but still want some beef, I go with the bi bim bap, which is usually a huge portion of food (kimchi, spinach, sprouts, egg, etc) but very good when hot. That one can usually last a couple meals, which is great for the college budget. read more