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    Thang Thang

    3.8 (593 reviews)
    ModerateKorean
    Open 5:00 pm - 1:30 am (Next day)
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups

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    Christina C.

    Went to Thang Thang on a Monday night with some friends after pickleball, and they were super accommodating with our larger group. We ordered quite a bit of food for both tables, and the staff was really patient with us the whole time. The place had a lively vibe, and the music and crowd were a bit loud, which was expected for a busy night. The food was okay, but the watermelon soju was definitely the highlight. I'd come back just for that.

    Dduboki
    Laura M.

    Everything was just okay.. it wasn't as popping as I thought it'd be. The music is literally my playlist though! They do play the explicit versions, so maybe don't take young kids. LOL. Well it's super dark and not made for kids-like anyways. The floor was sticky. When we ordered, we over ordered & the server didn't even warn us. There was a small language barrier though. Food was alright, more on the salty side though. Everything was extra tangy. The quesadillas were good, but the meat wasn't arranged so good, so I didn't get much meat in my piece. It's a meh, for me. Just wanted to try it 1 time.

    Eleana S.

    My parents in law tried Korean food for the first time! We ordered spicy dawji galbi jjim, soy drumsticks, bulgogi, corn cheese, rice and of course banchan. The food was amazing, they loved it and I loved it too! We even had some leftovers. The place was nice, the servers were awesome. It was great dinner for us.

    Charged an extra $3 for maybe 10 tiny pieces of spam.
    Leah E.

    Came here tonight for takeout since it's one of the few spots open late. My boyfriend went in to place the order while I waited in the car. Within just five minutes, a group of drunk customers, started banging on our car, messing with our side mirror and even harassing my dog by barking at him. Inside wasn't any better. My boyfriend tried to get inside but there was a crowd blocking the front door. At the center was a worker chatting with her friends. This made it hard for other customers to enter. Later waiting to pay the waitress walked around greeting her friends with his credit card still in her hand, then sat down with them to take shots. Totally unprofessional. I wouldn't recommend this place unless you're cool with that kind of vibe. Like I said, we only come here because there aren't many options after 9 p.m. There are plenty of other Korean spots with better food and better service.

    Bulgogi
    Jessica D.

    The perfect late night spot if you are wanting Asian food instead of fast food at a drive thru! Our server was so sweet. We ordered corn cheese, bulgogi, and soy chicken wings. Everything was perfect for sharing and the wings came out piping hot.

    Partially eaten small, army stew
    lisa j.

    Thang Thang on a rainy, cold night is nice. Parking is available and no wait for a table. I met a friend and we shared a lychee soju, small army stew (filling spicy soup filled with lots of random bits of meat, veggies and noodles), fried drumsticks and spicy bbq pork ribs. For 2 people, we ordered way too much food but it was all good. The weakest dish were the fried drumsticks. They were big, but a bit tough to chew and a bit bland. Really enjoyed the lychee soju!

    Checks for the end of the night, price discrepancy for French fries + quesadilla
    Austin K.

    tl;dr Don't waste your time Food: poor. - "Korean bistro"... yeah okay, and if my grandmother had wheels she would have been a bike Service: poor. - Two servers (one male, one female); valid, slow night - Male server (new hire, 2 months) took over our table once his shift started and he was nice enough; female server took unsolicited pictures of our group, rude/curt - Prices did not match (see pictures below); at the end of the day, it's a few extra bucks but on the business side of things, it's messed up - Servers should have been proactive about notifying us about the price change but only let us know about the price change after we brought it up - Large party means automatic gratuity (fine), but the way they have it set made it seem like they could add whatever tip amount at the end of your check, regardless of what you sign for Ambiance: poor - Space itself is not good for big groups; cramped Overall: - For Korean food + drinks, there are better spots in SD/Convoy that are cheaper and better quality than Thang Thang and I can't think of a good reason to come here

    Kimchi pancake
    Natalie R.

    This place is exactly what we were wanting after a long day with the craving of warm Korean food late at night. Packing lot is a bit small but there's street parking. When you are seated you order off the screen at the table. Select everything you want then send in the order. You can use it to also call a waiter over or Ali for the bill. It's perfect for people with anxiety of ordering. The food came out fairly fast and man it was all pipping hot. Everything was what we were drooling and dreaming for. Kimchi pancake was huge and so filling. The Gyoza Mandu were so tasty I would've gotten 2 orders; delicious and salty dipping sauce. My ramen was very hot and flavorful. A bit more veggies than I expected and the beef was a bit tough. Still yummy I'm going to try spam next The soondubu was boiling and ready for the egg to be cracked in. It was devoured. Ambiance is so laid back there are booths lining the walls and tables in the middle too. We can't wait to come here with our friends!!

    Happy Hour Menu

    the service is great! the food is tasty but the prices are steep. late night korean comfort food is yummy but these prices make me double think when i want to come here.

    cheese fries w chicken
    Chloe K.

    honestly mid food. not rly good and authentic spot as a korean, but the food is cheap so that's cool, good portions too but service was also so-so too. one girl server seemed so annoyed since the beginning but the guy serving was nice so it was odd. but overall had an decent time here, just wouldn't come back. vibes r good n booths r cute but there's other places in sd id go for late night korean food rather than here.

    blah chicken wings
    Hannah O.

    Food and service was mid. no wonder they weren't busy on a Saturday night. we came in around 8pm and were seated immediately. orders are placed through the iPad on the table. the menu is surprisingly limited. bulgogi fries were good, hits the spot after drinking. the spy fried chicken wings were awful. the batter was so weird and soggy, and the skin wasn't crunchy at all. the sauce was ok but we really didn't want to finish the plate. I had higher expectations of this place and I wouldn't go again.

    Tristan

    0 stars if I could! Terrible service, female waiter did not care about service at all. Was terribly rude to us, and made us feel like a burden. Would never come back or recommend this place. They also forgot 2 of our orders. When they gave us the check, the female waiter automatically put 18% gratuity, like for what??? Save your money and go somewhere else. Will NEVER go back here

    Lychee soju cocktail
    Sabrina S.

    I was craving some Korean food pretty late in the evening and found this place was opened til 1:30am so I dragged my friend there to try it out with me. When we arrived, the waitress barely acknowledged us and we stood awkwardly at the door until she waved at a table in the middle back of the restaurant. The restaurant wasn't that crowded so we were both a bit surprised by the waitress being upset and short with us. It took a few minutes before she brought us some menus and water and after we ordered, we decided to draw a bit on the blackboards that cover the walls surrounding our seat. We had ordered their dduboki, sweet chili drumsticks, and pork katsu as well as a regular lychee soju cocktail and when everything arrived, we were pleasantly pleased with the large quantities. However, we did notice that we were given a large cocktail instead of a regular and every time I tried to get the waitress's attention, I was ignored several times so we ended up keeping the large drink. Thoughts on the food: Dduboki: The classic Dduboki is hard to mess up and while it's typically a very cheap dish to make, the $15 price point made me think it was going to be something special. However, we live in SoCal so that's just wishful thinking. Overall, it still tasted good. 7.5/10 Sweet chili drumsticks: Once of my favorite dishes to order at Korean restaurants are their fried chicken. I don't know what magic they add to their chicken but god damn they tasted fantastic! The perfectly crispy skin slathered with the sweet yet spicy sauce made for a delicious meal. 9.2/10 Pork Katsu: This dish was leaning toward the drier side, flavor was good but I wasn't a fan of how thin the pork was compared to the crust. 5/10 Lychee soju cocktail: A tasty cocktail that made the night more fun, the large was made for sharing and luckily I enjoying it alone. 8/10

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    Full stars for the thoughtful service at this place. They went above and beyond making our dining…read moreexperience enjoyable. Highly recommend their tofu soup. Their potions are filling. The inside has plenty of tables to sit at, plus they have a patio. Would definitely come back.

    Really happy that there was no wait time on a Friday night at 7:00 p.m.. place also had quite a…read morenice aesthetic and we got a table under outdoor space. Food was actually pretty good and service was also decently fast. Kimchi pancake was extremely large and we certainly appreciate that! Definitely good value for money there. Flavor was also exceptional. It was soft and light and had that kimchi flavor but wasn't too overpoweringly strong either. It was fairly oily though so I had to press out some of that oil using paper towels. Spicy chicken entree item was really nice. Not too spicy and it also had some veggies in there which I appreciate. Sauce itself was delicious and I think the only downside is that there was not as many large pieces of chicken so it was hard to tell what was chicken and what was rice cakes. Friend and husband definitely enjoyed the beef bulgogi. I only tasted a little and it was definitely good. I was really excited about the Hot Stone Bibimbap, but it didn't deliver as much. Rice on the side was fairly crispy which was nice, but overall I think it was missing a little something. The Bibimbap sauce they gave on the side was a 10/10 though!

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    Came here with their revamped fine dining Korean Asian Fusion menu during Happy Hour and this place…read morewas absolutely amazing!!!!! First off, there is free parking available, just circle around the building until you see a garage entrance for retail parking. Two hours for free! Let me first explain the aesthetics of this place. Clean and modern with mid century feel accented with greenery throughout. Please note that they won't seat you until most of your party is present. We came here for Happy Hour which was from 4-6pm from Tuesday to Sunday! This is fantastic that HH includes the weekend!!!! To start, got a wellness shot which had a meld of juices and ginger. A great drink to ready your palate. For cocktails, I tried the Suika Spritz, which was refreshing! The Absolutely Pho-nomenal definitely tasted like cold Pho broth but spiked. It wasn't my favorite drink, but glad I tried it nonetheless. Of course we ordered the $1 oysters, and ordered all three - Baja, Pacific Northwest, & East Coast. It came with some Asian fusion sauces to dress our oysters. My fave was the Baja as these were the freshest! All three were smooth and non briny. On the HH menu we also tried - Bulgogi Birria Vampiro - Tender meat with bulgogi seasoned beef on top of a tostada. Really liked the meld of the two cultures in this dish. Duck Liver Mousse - Comes with rustic bread & crème fraiche. Very duck forward. I liked this because it was rich with flavor. Stone Crab Taco - Loved the nod to Loganisa in this taco! This was by far, my favorite protein dish on the HH menu!!!! Regular Menu - Mango Nasturium Kimchi Salad - I absolutely loved this vibrant and fresh dish!!!! I had to go back for second and thirds! Shishito Peppers with Bonito Flakes - This was definitely a fun and flavorful dish with lots of umami. Dessert - Hotteok and Vanilla Ice Cream - this was my favorite dessert! The pancakes were flaky and delicious!! Bonbunja Tiramisu - Beware! This has a strong coffee taste. It reminded of the strength and flavor profile of a Vietnamese coffee. I can't believe it's not cheesecake - Definitely a mix of a brûlée but with a cheesecake flavor. Confusing but works lol. We met the executive chef, Kyler, who explained and served some of dishes we ordered. The entire staff was so accommodating and even reminded us if we needed our parking validated! Our water never ran empty and our dishes were promptly taken away as we finished. Definitely a place to visit during HH since they offer amazing food and cocktail choices.

    My wife and I went here for dinner expecting to eat great food based on all the high reviews and…read morethe upscale price, but we were instead left with disappointment and a big fat check with an unexpected automatic 20% gratuity fee for 2 people. Food: We got several appetizers and 3 entrees. We had the Mango Kimchi Salad, Bulgogi Birria Vampiro, Silkworm Pupa Tacos, Doenjang Risotto, Miso Lingcod, and Braised Short Rib. We got plenty of dishes to try, but unfortunately they were either simply mediocre or had an issue. The Kimchi Salad was too strong in spice and the mangos were unripe and hard. The Birria Vampiro was simply mediocre and sort of bland. Silkworm Pupa Tacos were again sort of bland. The Risotto was undercooked and crunchy instead of 'al dente'. Miso Lingcod had a very fishy taste and not much else. And the Braised Short Rib was too salty. Drinks: I got the Choi's cocktail and my wife got the Gangnam Style espresso martini. Both drinks were very well made and tasted great! Service: Unlike the food, the service was great! From the person who confirmed our reservation, to the staff at the front of the door, and to our server, they were all extremely friendly. We were celebrating an occasion, which we made known when booking and upon sitting down we got a handwritten card with a congratulations note. That was very unexpected and awesome! We also got a couple of complimentary cocktail shots from the bartender while we were there. Overall, I would say the staff and service was extremely good. Parking: The area of San Diego that Choi's is located is unfortunately very bad. Overfilled with homeless, drug addicts, and just plain shady looking people who roam the streets. I was overjoyed when I found out that they give you two hours of complimentary parking in a safe place! So to summarize: The staff that provide great service, the bartender with awesome drinks, and the free parking in a safe place simply do not make up for the main reason we were there: the food. The only reason I gave this place 2 stars instead of 1 was because of all these other factors besides the food. Before paying the bill and leaving, we did let the server know about the issues we found with the food in a very friendly and constructive way. She was thankful for the honesty and the feedback.

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    4.5(339 reviews)
    0.5 miKearny Mesa
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    Large group friendly
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    Excellent service (they grill for you, expertly), tender cuts (our favorites were the outside…read moreskirt, the garlic marinated beef, and the pork jowl), and tasty banchan (replenished on the house). This meal knocked it out of the park. The cast iron cooking surface is unique; I wish more K-BBQ restaurants in the U.S. would adopt it. It's low-smoke, and the meats cook more evenly/efficiently than they do on a traditional grill. The prime sampler was more than enough meat for two people, but we were gluttons and added a couple of extra à la carte cuts. No regrets! They were all terrific in their own right.

    This is better than most bbq chains we've tried. The quality of the food is great and the service…read moreis unmatched. Our server Hanjoo was very knowledgeable and was able to explain the cooking method and provided suggestions for the food. Everything was prepared to our liking. Wagyu Short Rib was amazing, we enjoyed the SOT sampler as well. Highly recommend, beef brisket was good. Nate also assisted us while we were there and he did fantastic. Plenty of banchan provided and they even cook the kimchi and bean sprouts if you prefer it that way. We came on a Friday as soon as they opened and it was clean and quiet. Even after they got busy it wasn't packed and loud which was great. We brought our baby with us and a stroller, there is ample open spots to park and the tables are not as crowded which was great. Plenty of parking available in the plaza. Highly recommend to visit if you are in the area.

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    0.4 miKearny Mesa
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    For Korean BBQ, Manna BBQ really sets the standard. The bar is high, and after the remodel the…read moreentire place feels refreshed without losing what made it great in the first place. The updated decor looks clean, modern, and welcoming. What always stands out to me is the service. The staff is incredibly attentive and efficient without making it feel forced. Water gets refilled constantly, grills are swapped out before they get too burnt up, and food comes out quickly after ordering. It keeps the whole experience smooth and enjoyable. The quality of the food is also consistently solid. Everything tastes fresh, the marinades are flavorful without being overwhelming, and portions are fair. I also appreciate that they're accommodating with portion requests instead of making it complicated. Even the smaller details stand out here. Their sides are genuinely good, especially the steamed egg and rice paper. You can tell there's a difference in quality compared to a lot of other KBBQ spots. And ending the meal with the ice cream dessert option is just a nice touch that rounds everything out perfectly. Overall, it's just one of those places that consistently delivers a really good experience every time I go.

    MANNA HEAVEN BBQ @ CONVOY…read more Parking is available in two different lots since this Korean BBQ spot is right on the edge of the main driving area, you'll have to choose one or the other. I'd recommend parking near Ole BBQ or closer to the UTC area because that lot is much easier to navigate. There's also free street parking, which is a plus. This place doesn't take reservations or allow you to join the waitlist over the phone, so you'll need to go in person to put your name down. They'll text you when your table is ready, so you can walk around while you wait. My party of six waited about 45 minutes, but it honestly went by faster than expected. Once seated, they have a newer system where you order your meats and sides through a tablet, which made things super convenient. The service was solid, staff were friendly, attentive, and quick to clear empty plates. The quality of the meat was really good. I highly recommend the beef belly, and the corn cheese was a standout for me--I had like three plates of it because it was that good. Our group had a great time overall. They also offer free ice cream (chocolate, vanilla, and green tea) for all guests, which was a nice touch. The restaurant itself is clean, including the bathrooms, and the ambiance is great. Just be prepared, you will smell like Korean BBQ afterward. Overall, I'd definitely recommend stopping by!

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