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4.3 (1.9k reviews)
Closed • 11:30 am - 12:30 AM (Next day)
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Michelle T.

Korean BBQ or seafood... why not both? TGI KBBQ in LA serves up the best of both worlds with unlimited premium meats AND unlimited steamed lobster! The giant beef rib and ribeye steak are absolute must-orders! Perfectly marbled, tender, and packed with juicy flavor. And don't sleep on the steamed lobsters... they're incredibly buttery, sweet, and juicy with the perfect springy bite. They also have fun side dishes like bulgogi quesadilla and corn cheese with chips! They also offer other refreshing side dishes like a mixed salad and other fun banchan. I would highly recommend coming here!

18% gratuity included for party of 6
Federico A.

We came for the outdoor experience but unfortunately they close the patio a few hours before closing. Since we were already here we decided to stay put and it didn't dissapoint. Food was great. Didn't feel bloated afterwards. 18% gratuity included for a party of 6. Parking is hideous in ktown (per usual) so their $3 valet is well worth it. Staff was a little slow. We had to constantly flag them down and ask about our orders.

leslie D.

It's really great that they're able to take reservations for big groups online. We went on a scorching 97 degree day. Our waiter and waitress were so attentive and kind even though it was so so so hot. The food was good. Loved the ready-cooked Louisiana shrimp boil option. There's valet parking ($3). Props to the valet for handling a full lot with grace in that heat.

Glass Noodles - pretty good
Camille L.

Service took awhile for them to get to us with getting an order in and understand they were really busy and we were in the corner, but we were starving. They were all very nice! Just had to get their attention. Food was decent; I've been to ones where you're able to get more choices for the $46 tier we got. We only could get one order of LA Galbi and only came with 2 pieces which I thought was a rip off. Either add a couple more or we should get 2 orders. Some of the marinades were too sweet and the prime sirloin and marinated beef short rib were SOO chewy and would never order again. The glass noodles we got were okay. The best were the LA Galbi, Giant beef rib, and marinated rib fingers. We also got the bulgogi quesadilla which was pretty good, sauce was a little spicy. Overall it wasn't the best experience, but not terrible either. For me the food is where the issue was..it fell short for being good quality overall especially when paying more and one LIMITED is so chewy you just swollen out of being over chewing I will say the $3 valet was amazing and super nice guys.

Kimchi ramen
Arlene G.

What an awkward dinner. We arrived at around 11:15 got seated right away. They mentioned 12am would be last call because they close at 1. They didn't come to take orders u til about 15 minutes later. After placing our 1st order, they probably checked in once. They would drop our orders off one by one avoiding all eye contact. Super weird. Food was good and fresh but the service was pretty bad. We got the initially chance to order, plus another because we had to wave them down. They brought the tab over at 12 because the kitchen was closed. Also, we got there to a valet. Valet only took cash or else they were charging double for Zelle or Venmo payment. By the time we went around twice, they had pack up and left. I guess free parking ?

Giant Beef Rib
Liting F.

Continue to read if you want but to make it short, meat not fresh and terrible quality. Servers all very nice. Ambiance was cool! I hate to write bad reviews but this place was so disappointing. It's been a while since I had KBBQ so I was really looking king forward to it. We got the premium AYCE and the quality of the meat was terrible. We ordered the wagyu beef belly and l don't even know what it was when they brought it to us. I've had wagyu many times before so I know the marble its supposed to have but it didn't. And it okay, I get it but the quality was so bad. It was not fresh! It had that meat taste like walked into the old/hot meat market. We ordered the scallops and I think it was that when it came(I didn't even eat it) scallops with cheese?!? Gross. I should of know when I saw the panchan. It was sad but I we are already there so I want to give them a chance. But I'm traumatize by the quality and I would so scare to get sick from the food.

Perfection!
Jennifer H.

Wow wow wow! My bestie and I specifically came out to LA just to try this place, and it fulfilled all my lobster dreams! Ordered the luxury AYCE which comes with unlimited lobster. The lobsters were the perfect size, juicy and sweet. I had to order 3. Their prime sirloin is something I also highly recommend. Perfectly fatty and delicious. Beef tartare was a different take. I believe they used gochujang which wasn't really for me but my bestie really enjoyed it. Their galbi tang was comforting and a great soup option with our food. They have a broad menu to choose from and the service was attentive and friendly. Note that they do have valet parking if needed. I would definitely come back again to satisfy my lobster cravings as it is well worth the price with their premium meats and extensive menu.

Almar V.

AYCE Kbbq and lobsters! All you need in one place, Service was good wait staff was attentive, valet parking is just $3, back patio was nice and can accommodate large groups. Price a bit high but you get what you paid for and more!

Ruth P.

The food was fresh and delicious. The servers were super attentive and friendly. And there was lots of banchan to choose from. The place was lively and enjoyable. Initially I was a little worried because 1) we were trying a new place. 2) I had read other reviews where its mentioned the service was lacking. Suffice it to say I am so glad that was not our experience. We made reservations for a table for 9. They don't sit you til the entire group is there. We were missing 2 ppl but as soon as we were ready, we were acknowledged and sat almost immediately. They brought out the starter banchan and we started with brisket, bulgogi and rib finger. The meat was fresh! They have additional sides made to order and the KFC (korean fried chicken), yum! Our group was we very happy with this spot

Imee D.

Reservation was easy for our party of 8. Get the tomahawk !!! Will not disappoint. We would go back

Bren C.

First time trying TGI Korean BBQ, and it definitely won't be my last! The quality of the meats was excellent, with everything tasting fresh, flavorful, and coming out quickly. The variety on the menu made it easy to try a little bit of everything, and every order was just as good as the last. The service was outstanding--our server was attentive, friendly, and made sure we always had what we needed, from changing the grill to bringing out refills and additional orders promptly. The restaurant was clean, the atmosphere was lively, and it was a great place to enjoy a meal with friends or family. Only thing that was off was the max meats and sides were 3 for a party of 5. The meat came out quickly but slowed how much we can eat compared to the 5 meats and 5 sides that other KBBQs have. Overall, an amazing first experience with great food, excellent service, and a fun dining atmosphere.

Lance N.

To start with the fact I knew nothing of TGI Korean BBQ, prior to being invited to go out with some friends and their guests. The price difference between the top tier and mid tier is pretty steep, and the majority of our group didn't need the AYCE lobster. The meat selection was still pretty good. Everything we ordered was tasty and good portions for trying eat cut of meat. If you find something you like, order a couple orders. The staff were pretty attentive and provided good service. Although when it came to valet parking I was Leary after seeing the review of a dented fender. So as I watched my car go, it wasn't too confident building when he was squealing the tires taking the turn kind of fast. So self park if you are worried about your car. I just didn't appreciate the valet gunning my car down the street. As for the dinning experience, it was comfortable and typical noise levels when you have big groups sitting so close to one another and no dividers. Overall, I didn't mind it, but would probably not bring my parents who wear hearing aids as they probably wouldn't be able to hear me talking to them. Now with a group of friends, great place to eat. Hahaha.... I would definitely go back again.

Serinee T.

I'm really glad this is one of the few spots in K-Town that offers an AYCE KBBQ lunch deal on weekends--$30 felt reasonable. The meats were surprisingly good quality, with minimal excess fat, which I really appreciated. The banchan selection is a bit sparse (you have to specifically ask for kimchi), but the cucumber kimchi was so fresh that I couldn't stop eating it. I also loved their chef specials, especially the corn cheese dip. We even tossed some of the leftover corn into our cheese fondue on the grill to make our own corn cheese. My only major suggestion would be better ventilation. Without vents above the tables, the AC kept blowing burnt BBQ smoke toward my partner, so he constantly had to readjust his seat.

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Ask the Community - TGI Korean BBQ

How was parking? The neighborhood? Is it safe?

There is no parking except valet. The neighborhood is ghetto. I normally carry a baseball bat or a small handgun to this koan bbq just as a safety precaution.

How much is lunch and dinner?

I would bring around $60 per person to be safe for dinner.

Can a party of 4 order different AYCE menu?

I think everyone at the table has to order the same one

I don't understand the menu. How can it be AYCE but some of the items are limited?

Some of the items are considered premium choices so even though it’s all-you-can-eat, the restaurant limits them to one order to keep things balanced. Otherwise, everyone would just keep asking for the most expensive stuff.

The all you can eat lobster you serve it your self or have to wait for the waiter to bring it to you and it's there a limit?

they bring it to you one at a time, but no limit. Came pretty fast too. Someone at my party had 8.

How much is AYCE include lobster?

69.99 per person

Is a dog allowed to patio seat?

No.

Where is a good place to park late at night?

There is $3 valet parking. You can try to find street parking but it's in a residential area, might be hard to do late at night

Our reservation's for 2 necessary on the weekend?

Nah. They have Yelp Waitlist so just join when you're nearby and ready to dine there. I've been on weekends, party of 3 and waited no more than 10 minutes max.

Is outdoor dining still available?

Yes it is!

Is it all you can eat and drink?

There are 2 options. AYCE or specific dishes with listed prices.

I see only large groups can make reservations and a "large group" starts at 5 people? If a party of 2 comes in will you be able to seat us?

Is this older-folk friendly? I.e., is there loud Kpop blasting?

Is outdoor dining still available?

Yes still available :)

Is this place good for vegetarians?

While they have a vegan AYCE menu, they don't allow ordering ONLY the vegan option. There must be orders of meat so unfortunately you can't come here to dine solo vegan or with an entire vegan party, which is confusing.

Does anyone know what that red chili sauce they use is called? it's delicious.

Sambal Oelek

Do you pay 37.99 a person plus the plates (15$) or is it a set price?

It's set all you can eat

Where do they take the cars for the valet? Just curious. The mini lot fits 6 cars!

TGI rents private parking garage with gate nearby restaurant for valet service.

Can we make a reservation for 2 people?

we only take large groups of reservations up to 4or more to make a table. we takes walk in as well. Since we have large capacity seats, no longer wait time. Usually less then 15mins in weekends.

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Hangari Kalguksu - (LARGE) Hangari Bossam

Hangari Kalguksu

4.4(3.3k reviews)
0.9 mi•Wilshire Center, Koreatown
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Women-owned & operated
10 years in business

In Los Angeles for surgery and decided to eat my last delicious meal before going under the knife…read more This place is excellent and yes I'd drive back here from Irvine for the rib ramen. The soup was simply delicious with a smooth velvety texture and flavor. The ramen was so good (freshly made every day) in its finest al dente texture with a nice large diameter. Rare in The OC. The rib meat can be removed with chopsticks ! And the most tenderness of protein. The kimchi cabbage and radishes are so delicious. Spicy but not kickass (ok for me) biting into sweetness I've never tasted anywhere in the world that serves K-ramen. Service is most excellent as they immediately greet you, seat you, menu, then, the table top appetizers are served. I believe the owner or chef brought the entrees. That's different! He came out later to see how everything was! As I tried to visit him in the kitchen to compliment, he's gone! Inside has plenty of seating with booths on one side and bench seats on the other with chair seated tables in the middle. Highly recommend this place. Competitively priced. Nothing took away from the experience.

Wish I could have tried more dishes! I got the milmyun because it was a hot day and a cold noodle…read moresounded perfect. My friend got the chicken kalguksu and my other friend got a soup broth dish with rice on the side (can't remember the name). Everything was really good. I'm looking forward to returning to order a kalguksu for myself. We went on a weekday for lunch and it was pretty busy. Service was a bit slower than we would have expected, even taking into consideration that it was a weekday. We arrived early before the rush but were still impacted by it before we finished. My friend's soup broth dish really should have come out first but it came long last, we had to ask about it. I suspect they forgot/missed it, though they did not acknowledge it.

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Danbi - Wagyu zabuton

Danbi

4.5(443 reviews)
0.9 mi•Wilshire Center, Koreatown
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stopped by without reservation late thursday night and was seated just before kitchen closed. they…read morehadn't run out of things (hate when that happens, seems like they do plan well). everything was delicious. the uni bowl was a stand out, as was the scallop pancake. would definitely come back.

If you love classic, traditional Korean food, it's easy to be skeptical of fusion spots but wow,…read moreDanbi completely blows me away every time! They've mastered the art of keeping Korean flavors while dropping in modern twists that totally elevate every dish. The braised galbi served on a spread of mashed potatoes with various mushrooms is a total masterpiece. The zabuton is also one of my favorites if you like an asado and plenty of garlic. The golden chicken nuggets with seaweed powder on top are so perfectly crispy and packed with flavor. I have to admit the corn cheese egg rolls are probably my favorite thing on the menu, something as simple like a mozzarella stick type of appetizer just really hits it for me. And one of my favorite cocktails of all time. The staff is always so nice every time. They're attentive and honest with us if we are over-ordering. The ambiance is elite, even after renovation. Danbi is an absolute gem in Ktown. It's the perfect spot show off the city to out-of-town guests or for an incredible night out. 10/10 recommend!

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Kobawoo House - Banchan! Cabbage, beef, mushrooms and kimchi

Kobawoo House

4.3(1.6k reviews)
0.6 mi•Wilshire Center, Koreatown
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I've always walked by here and I finally decided to try it out. I went on a Friday night and it…read morewasn't too busy. Once my entire party arrived, we waited maybe about 15 mins top. We got the large bossam platter, kimchi jeon, bindae tteok, and mandoo guk. There was 5 of us and it was a lot of food. We had quite a bit of leftovers. Bossam platter was great, the meat was tender. I really enjoyed eating it with the radish wrap. It didn't feel greasy at all. Paired with the mandoo guk to take a break from bossam was the best. Service wise, we did hit the button for a server and it took a bit for them to come help us. It was a bit busy and we were in no rush. Parking: there is valet but it gets really busy and the wait to get into the lot can be long. Street parking is very minimal as well

I usually love Kobawoo, and I still do enjoy the food here very much. My fiance & I usually come…read morefor lunch but we went for dinner for the first time today as I had friends in town. Service was never that superb here, as the servers always looked busy and they're hard to flag down. Today was a busy night for them as well, we came at peak dinner time, but by 20 mins into our dinner, quite a few tables had cleared up. It seemed like they only had 2 servers on the floor - same ones I see when we come in for lunch. The taller gentleman is usually nicer and more accommodating. For a group of 6 people, we got so little banchan. Usually when I go to a Korean restaurant with more than 5 people, we usually get 2 sets of banchan for each side of the table. With 6 people, 4 guys, we ran out of banchan almost immediately. Some of my friends' water cups stayed empty unless we asked for more. Never once did either of the servers check on our table. Every time we needed something, we had to flag them down or go up to the register to ask. Things we asked for were all reasonable: 1st round: - water refill 2nd round: - water refill - banchan refill - another order of soju - sharing bowls for the soup When the other server had brought over the bowls for the soup, he slid it against my soju cup and it spilled on the table and my lap. He noticed it too even turned around, but didn't offer any napkins. Our water refill, banchan AND the bottle of soju never came. I had to get up and ask for extra napkins to wipe the table/my jeans. My friends went almost the entire meal w.o water - at one point, it was SO hard to find & flag them down. We gave up on trying to get more banchan & soju, finally got water refill at the end, had to flag down for check, had to go up to the register to have them close the check, by this time the restaurant was maybe 50-60% empty. I'm giving them a higher rating because this is still my favorite bossam and doenjjang jjigae. However, very bummed to have experienced such an unpleasant service.

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Kobawoo House - Popular place. Had to wait 30 minutes for a table for 6 on a weekday at 6:15pm which is not bad!

Popular place. Had to wait 30 minutes for a table for 6 on a weekday at 6:15pm which is not bad!

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Borit Gogae - Dwenjang

Borit Gogae

4.4(553 reviews)
1.1 mi•Koreatown
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It's been a while since my last visit but I'd have to say nothing changed. The food was amazing,…read morethe staff were friendly, and the restaurant was packed and busy! I dropped by for lunch around noon on a Saturday and was so happy to be seated right away. Our party was a table for 5. Although half of our party was running late, the staff allowed us to be seated and didn't rush us to order. It was a refreshing experience, especially in koreatown - and a busy restaurant at that. We ordered the banchan set for 3 and 2 mains - Galbi and corvina. The banchan came with a variety of side dishes - that are refilled if you need more. The galbi was tender, flavorful, and cooked perfectly, while the corvina was equally delicious and a nice addition to the table. Everything tasted fresh, and the portions were incredibly generous. Overall, Borit Gorae continues to deliver on both quality and quantity. Definitely worth a visit if you're in Koreatown, and I'll be back again!

B R O when I tell you the amount of food here took me the heck out, I'm not even remotely joking…read moreLOL My friends and I came by for a late lunch on a weekday and had 0 regrets whatsoever. Honestly, this was such a crazy filling meal that we ended up skipping dinner and just having late night snacks at like 11 pm because of how full we were after eating here at 1:00 pm. I'm vegetarian, my 3 other friends are all omnivores so we got the set for 3 and then ordered 1 meat dish for them to share and even then there was a CRAZY amt of food. There is such a large variety of banchan + 2 soups (1 soybean paste soup or doenjang jjigae and the other a chicken soup). The banchan tasted fresh, healthy, and delicious overall. You can also ask for rice refills as your meal progresses in case you get low in comparison to the sides. Oh, and I almost forgot, they also gave us jeon/small pancakes which were deeelish. My friends loved their meat dish as well so all in all very happy and absolutely worth the price imo. We were all so stuffed by the end and just as we thought we were done, they gave us two different desserts and I definitely KO'ed on the spot. The interior is warm, inviting, and stylistically decorated with a lot of Korean touches. The center of the restaurant also has a variety of takeout containers so you don't need to feel like you're inhaling all the food at once and can take things to go. Absolutely swing by Borit Gogae if you are in the area!

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Borit Gogae - Restaurant decor- art work and Korean figurines

Restaurant decor- art work and Korean figurines

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Barley rice mixed with side dishes

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Ham Ji Park

Ham Ji Park

4.2(1.8k reviews)
0.9 mi•Wilshire Center, Koreatown
•$$$

Great service and Very delicious! Loved it here. Will definitely come back!And will recommend to my…read morefriends n family!

tl;dr the delectable pork ribs overshadow the otherwise authentic but standard lineup at this…read morenow-shuttered Korean stalwart Los Angeles Koreatown is home to restaurants that specialize in every facet of Korean cuisine. If you're searching for some of the city's best pork, then those in the know will bring up Ham Ji Park. For 2 decades, generous platters of pork ribs and pork neck stew decked every table. Now, our Korean friends lament the loss of their favorite pork joint in the city. The Koreatown proper location is located in the Royal Plaza mini-mall, just a few blocks off bustling Wilshire. Discounted parking is available in a lot across the street from the Chevron gas station. From the street, the entrance is flanked by potted plants and an enclosed street-ery. Inside, stainless steel chairs are pressed up against wooden tables, each outfitted with a metal grill. Oppressive fluorescent lighting shines down on the stone grey walls, which are left undecorated apart from a few flatscreens. Multi-lingual chatter blends with the sizzle of platters. I visited with some friends for a weeknight dinner, and about half of the tables were occupied. We shared a spread of grilled platters and sizzling soups. The meal began with a carafe of barley tea and a mostly standard spread of banchan. Across our food, the best dish was the signature Charbroiled Pork Spare Rib. The ribs were flavorful without feeling gamey, and the meat was complemented by sweet caramelized onions. The pork ribs handily outdid the good-not-great Charbroiled Beef Short Rib. Lastly, the Milt and Cod Rose with Vegetables stew was fishy and briny, appropriately flavored for the Korean palate. The service was appropriately attentive, although I would've appreciated more intentional refills of our banchan ramikens. The rib plates cost upward of $35 each, while the soup was just under $30. The portions were hearty; a single entree platter could reasonably feed 2 moderately hungry bellies. It's a shame to hear that Ham Ji Park has closed; I'm kicking myself for not trying their pork neck stew earlier.

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Dasom - Braised pork rib and kimchi

Dasom

4.4(251 reviews)
1.6 mi•Koreatown, Wilshire Center
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After a trip to Universal Studios with the family, we really wanted to eat something warm and after…read moremuch Yelping this was the spot we decided on. Boy was it a great spot to stop by for dinner. Ordered: Army Stew $46- lots of sausage/hot dog, i wished there was a bit more ramen but thats because there was way more toppings than noodles in my opinion. I'm glad that they didn't charge a lot but gave less ingredients. Braised Short Rib $54- tender, a bit sweet, and be prepared to use your hands to grab the ribs. Prices are a bit high but its big and sharable. And unlimited banchans, although I was a bit sad that they ran out of fish cake. My kiddos love fish cake and I had to be the bigger person to let them be the ones to eat it. The cucumbers were delish and the staff cooks the food for you and serves you. I definitely see myself coming back here. I really enjoyed the food and so did my husband. Everything is well seasoned and fully packed/loaded. This Yelper gives this spot 2 thumbs up. Tips: *Private lot shared with other businesses (valet) or street parking. *Credit card accepted *Restroom available. *Great for big or small parties. *Staff speaks limited English and Korean. *They charge for to go boxes. *18% gratuity is added to parties of 4+. *Happy Hour 7 days a week 2-5pm for alcohol *No white rice only purple rice

This crazy person was yelling in the restaurant as we started getting our food and valet had to…read morecall the cops but the food was worth the crazy experience. Good portions and so comforting at a great price point. Stir fry pork leans sour from the kimchi; tteokbokki "less spicy" was still solidly spicy but the chew was amazing. Oxtail didn't taste too beefy but was still very flavorful. They only let us get three rounds of banchan before they said we weren't allowed to get anymore????? Like is that not the best part of Korean food?? Chef Kang also has some other spots around Ktown and apparently he started as a mortgage broker / home cook according to LAT. It was empty at 6 and we were kind of concerned about it (because what popular restaurant is empty at dinner hour on Saturday!) but people started streaming in at around 6:30!

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