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    Temecula Korean BBQ

    4.6 (466 reviews)
    ModerateKorean, Barbeque
    Closed 2:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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

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    Emilyn A.

    My family and I dined here for lunch on a Sunday. We were celebrating my mom's birthday and wanted to try this place out after seeing the positive reviews on Yelp. While our server was very kind, we noticed that the restaurant was understaffed and it was difficult at times to flag down our server. They only allow you to order one meat at a time, so the dining experience can feel slow and halted when you are waiting for the next meat to arrive. The short rib and bulgogi were our favorites, both well seasoned and juicy, followed by the brisket. I also felt that the side dishes were delicious (especially the fish cakes, Mac salad and spicy cucumber), but again, we had to wait to flag down our server for refills. We also were told that their chef was on leave, so we were unable to try the spicy tofu soup, which my family member was looking forward to. As others have shared, the ventilation could be improved upon since it gets quite smoky. All in all, the meat quality is delicious, and they have the potential of being even better if they improve on the ventilation and add more staff.

    Alcohol is a winner with KBBQ.
    Jeff M.

    Friendly staff with efficient service. JR took care of us by giving suggestions for sauces with each dish. Our side dishes were endless while JR was attentive to our needs. Great ambient environment with music. Family friendly. Did I mention they serve alcohol? 5 stars for the service.

    Sour soup fish cakes

    This is our first time to this place and it's been an amazing experience. The food was so tasty . The service is top notch . Our server J.R. Helped us thru the whole process . Spices grill temp what to order first to have the best night. The ambiance was great , great music and very clean. Thanks for making this a great experience for my daughter's 14th bday. We will comeback for sure !!!!

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    Maynard O.

    This place was pretty good, considering the area. I'm from the San Diego, where Convoy is the main staple for Korean barbecue. Went here on Christmas Day and there were about 4 other families enjoying Christmas dinner here, so it wasn't too busy or loud. Our server was super nice and attentive. The meat itself was okay. The brisket was thick and chewy. The pork belly was good and the short rib was the star of the show. Not sure if it's because it was Christmas, but the rice paper was pretty dry. Also, the drinks are HUGE: maybe 32-40oz, so getting a soda here is worth it.

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    Jailany B.

    Such a cute spot! This place has really improved a lot since new management took over . Everything is so delish ! Temecula needed a spot like this. The service was friendly and impressively fast, and the inside has a really cozy, inviting vibe. Meat quality is there ! Also I tried the Korean tacos and they were a 1000/10--seriously, some of the best I've ever had. The bulgogi and spicy pork . So flavorful!

    lol half eaten sides
    Breanna G.

    Family first tried this place when our family friend had brought us for dinner. Me and hubby had tried a few Korean bbq places but were never really a fan until we came here. Staff is very friendly. The owner is awesome! Hubby enjoys speaking with the owner who is usually there everyday. The place is always clean and welcoming. Pricing is very reasonable and everything we have tasted so far is delicious. Sides are unlimited. The kids and hubby loved the steamed eggs. My favorite side are the radish and spicy cucumbers and potatoes. We always have a great time here, usually has the game on during the season too. Cups for sodas teas water etc are HUGE! lol. The meats are always fresh and delicious. Overall, we will continue to come to this place. Definitely have recommended this place to family who have already tried and enjoyed it. Thank you!

    Cynthia A.

    It's been a long time since I tried a KBBQ place I actually liked lol. They serve a lot of meat and endless banchan. Everything was tasty and good quality. Our server was attentive, often checking in, and quick with refills on drinks and banchan, also he was like super handsome lol! The restaurant itself was clean, tidy, a good layout, and cozy, family friendly. The complimentary scoop of ice cream did it for me. Definitely will return.

    Beautiful spot
    Patricia T.

    4/6/26 Everything was delicious and service was great. If you like Korean bbq this is your new hangout. First class all the way!

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    The Real Brand Savage X.

    Awesome selection of whisky - if you are looking for something unique- they have it. Beer tap is also brand new.

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    27 days ago

    Great food, good service, and a fun atmosphere. Definitely recommend! The meat was fresh, the sides were good

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    Pretty good. Not a huge selection on sides but very good service! Great people and comfortable feeling.

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    Food is great, highly recommend! They serve really well, they get you whenever you're ready

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    Good food, great team attitude! Came for a birthday celebration and did not regret it.

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