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    Yangmani

    4.2 (471 reviews)
    ModerateKorean, Barbeque
    Closed 11:30 am - 11:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups

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    Small Variety Combo
    Susan Z.

    Amazing kbbq experience. The banchan has the best variety and taste I've had in a korean restaurant in the states! Wait can be a bit long, and the food comes out so fast and they cook it even faster (but cooked super well) that it's no wonder they can do through so many customers! Got the variety combo and it definitely fed 2 of us very heartily. They came after with soybean soup and the rice soup at the end of the meal too. Really enjoyed the beef brisket and the sauces they provided. It was one of the most balanced kbbq experiences since they came with so much veggie-based banchan and a whole salad! Would definitely come back in the future!

    Lina C.

    I recently visited Yangmani's newest location on Western with a couple of friends to celebrate a birthday, and it did not disappoint. This is one of those places where you really can't go wrong. While they don't offer all-you-can-eat, the quality of both the meats and the banchan more than makes up for it. They serve side dishes you don't typically find at other KBBQ spots like quail eggs and marinated sesame leaves, which felt especially nostalgic and authentic. We opted for a premium selection focused mainly on beef, and that turned out to be the right call. Every cut was tender, juicy, and clearly high quality. One unique touch that stood out was their matcha salt...something I hadn't encountered before. It's a subtle addition, but it adds a distinct depth that enhances the flavor of the beef in an interesting way. The space itself is beautiful and feels like a step up from their original location, even if it's a bit bittersweet that they've moved. As for parking, there's street parking available along Western, as well as a nearby lot. We ended up walking from Koreatown since a friend lives nearby, which was convenient. Overall, I highly recommend Yangmani to anyone looking for high-quality Korean BBQ. It's easy to see why it's so popular within the Korean community.

    Gunbaeee!
    ED L.

    Aside from the chained KBBQ big boys around LA and OC Counties, Yangmani is another OG KBBQ place that's superb. The waiting time can be quite awhile, up to a hour plus, especially during the weekends. So personally, I rather come during the week. Service is great, and the meat is good. The offer small combos for two people, and large combos for more of us. The meat quality is leaner compared to other places. My favorite is the beef galbi, and the brisket. Easy to cook, at medium-rare, and enjoy. The bon chons are bottomless. Rice paper may be limited though, but the salad and kimchi is unlimited. Personally, I rather save my stomach for the meat. Remember, these are combos and not all you can eat (ayce). The service is awesome. They'll cook for you! The servers are very attentive as they keep moving checking on their tables. During the wait, or after the meal, Yangmani offers slushis at the front door area. Nice perk to keep people coming! Parking however is paid valet. I think it's $3.00 mandatory. Their lot is smaller, and they may park your car elsewhere. Overall, I always enjoyed my meal here. Great experience and awesome service. Yes, your clothes will smell like your food afterwards. Enjoy! LoL.

    Kelvin L.

    Who cares about having money when you're old when you can have Yangmani right now? This was my third time having Yangmani, and it's easily one of my favorite Korean BBQ spots in LA. This location is better than the Rowland Heights one for sure! I heard this is the OG spot anyways. We came here for lunch on a weekday, so it was pretty quiet, but that actually worked out perfectly. Our server gave extra-detailed attention to grilling the meats, constantly checking, flipping, and cooking everything to perfection. The service really elevated the whole meal. We ordered the intestine, pork belly, and dry-aged steak. The intestine and pork belly were definitely the highlights, but the dry-aged steak was still solid and enjoyable. What made the meal even better were all the sides and special sauces for dipping the meats. Those little details added a lot of flavor and made the experience feel more complete. Extra TIP- they allowed us to sub out items so we got pork belly instead of the one of the abossum intestine! Get this MANNII

    Thomas C.

    Got the variety combo for two, the brisket and short rib were very good. Coupled with the beef belly and ribeye slices, I was definitely stuffed at the end of the meal. The sides were also amazing. I have to say, Yangmani might have some of the best side dishes in all of Ktown. I really enjoyed the braised beef and the sour (but refreshing) cucumbers. Service was good too, the servers grill the meats for you and are knowledgeable of which sauces go best with which meat. Parking is valet, $5 if you Venmo and $4.5 if you use cash. Overall, I'd definitely come again!

    Ashley K.

    Really really good KBBQ. Is it the best? That's debatable. We went at 5:45pm on a Saturday night and there was no wait which is a huge plus. The side dishes were all super tasty and the meal came with plenty of dipping sauce for your meat. We ordered the variety set for 2 and it was more than enough food for us. My favorites were the ribeye and the brisket, cooked to perfection by our server. Service is friendly and quick. We were seated close to the server station so that might be a huge reason why. Expect the typical loud drunk Korean uncles and aunties vibes and to pay a decent amount of money.

    ED A.

    Simply the best spot for intestines--hands down. We came in around lunchtime on a Friday; it was busy with a smaller server team, so service was a bit stretched. That said, the food quality is consistently on point. Everything tastes fresh, flavorful, and the banchan selection is excellent. Valet parking (as expected in K-Town) is available, accepts AMEX, and they can split the bill for up to two people.

    Diane K.

    Yangmani is one of my favorite Korean BBQ restaurants that I've been going to since they were previously located on Olympic Boulevard before and they moved to their current Western location a few months ago. The quality of the meat is great and everything tastes delicious, and the staff is always friendly. What I especially love about this place is the banchan (side dishes) -- they all have deep, well-developed flavors and are incredibly tasty. That's why I enjoy coming here from time to time, and I think I've been here more than 10 times so far.

    Beef Intestine Set ~$84
    Rose L.

    We came in at 9:55pm, an hour before closing and were told that we don't have long to eat. We were seated anyways and were asked to pay up front. Totally fine by us, and got the beef intestine set where we were able to try all 4. The bon chon was really good, personal favorites were the rice and fish cake and salad. The beef large and small intestines were really good, other two not so much. Was really grateful for the waiter to cook our intestines for us though, was nice. Around 10:30pm though, things started to get awry, the waiter started to close up shop and asked us if we wanted a box even though we weren't done eating. We got one box and wanted to pack the bon chon to go as well to not waste it, however the waiter asked us what it was for and he didn't allow us to pack it to go. Was annoying being rushed and not allowed to pack our left overs as we bought a set but it it was it is. My sister was really upset about the whole experience which was a downer for me. Otherwise it was a nice interior. We also did not get any water. Parking outside but there's alot of trash on the street.

    Tanya W.

    I have been interested in trying their new location since they moved deeper into ktown. Street parking seems impossible, but thankfully this plaza has valet for $5. Yukhoe - 4.5/5, excellent portion for the price. The pine nuts add an excellent nutty flavor to the sweet marinade, the raw beef is frozen and is super refreshing with the Korean pear. The flavor is more sweet than savory which I don't prefer, but overall this was a really good entree. Gopchang - 5/5, prepared much better than other kbbq restaurants. They were able to get the gamey taste out of the intestine, and it was cooked well with crispy sides. Beef tongue - 3.5/5, usually my favorite cut but maybe little too thin? Variety combo - 4/5, great value for different cuts and types of meat. The server overcooked one of the cuts, but overall very good experience.

    Original location
    Nichole C.

    I first tried Yangmani back when they were at their original Olympic location, and I freaked out a lil when I came one day and saw they had closed.. So when they finally revealed their new Ktown location, I was really excited to check it out. The new space is much more spacious with tables that don't feel as cramped (depending on your party size), and thankfully the food is still just as delicious. Depending on our mood, my friends and I usually order the Chef or variety combo since they offer a good mix of different meats--sometimes we get both if we're really starving. The service has always been amazing and the staff is super attentive. They also cook the meats for you, which elevates the whole experience. There's a parking lot out front and there's valet available at certain times.

    Hailey S.

    yum!! delicious kbbq here in ktown :) wait can be a little long and parking is dreadful but that's just how it is out here haha service here is prompt and they refill your banchans as much as you want! i loved the banchan selection and the array of dishes. there were some items that aren't traditionally given which i liked. we came with a big group and we got the beef and pork set. the meat was good quality and tasted delicious. they cook the meat for you so we just kept eating and eating it can get a little loud as the night goes on but it's part of the experience. loved every bite!

    Clara C.

    We usually visit the Rowland Heights location, but after a long time, we decided to head out to LA and try this one. They mentioned it has been about a year since they relocated. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, and the service was genuinely kind and attentive. There's no need to compare the two locations--both offer consistently great food in their own way. The ambiance was lovely, and the quality of the meat was excellent, making the experience very satisfying overall.

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    Ask the Community - Yangmani

    Can I bring a dog?

    If you have a service dog like seeing dog, yes. But if you have an emotional certificated dog, NO. Also Im a pet owner and it is not good for them.

    Can you make a reservation online or call only?

    I called and asked months back and they said they didn't take reservations...

    Is outdoor seating still available?

    Yes it is

    Do you guys have an all you can eat?

    Nope. A la carte only.

    Do they take to go orders?

    Maybe for fried rice but no in general

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