Whenever my girlfriend and I want to make some delicious at home hot pot or KBBQ - we always go to…read moreSaikou. Not only do they have premium meats, cut to perfection, but their service and warmth provides a great experience which is missing in some of the bigger box stores/butcher shops. The meat is wonderfully packaged, and they are more than happy to make recommendations for the meal or feast you're about to have. 10/10 - and we'll keep coming back!

The service is so great and welcoming. Not a lot of parking especially on weekends but the meats…read moreare high quality and worth the visit. Thank you kane who helped me and was very knowledgeable. Cool place to get wagyu and other high end meat cuts!

I'm surprised I haven't wrote about this place. This CAB meat Market is a hidden gem in Garden…read moreGrove next to BCD tofu house and arirang market. Own by the local Vietnamese Family, it sells some of the best marbled meat at a reasonable price. This butcher meat store has ribeye that is sliced thinly enough for pho at an affordable price as well as various other meats in the refrigerator such as brisket, seasoned marinated short ribs (galbi), probably venison and goat meat if you ask. Each meat has a great amount of intramuscular fats that melts in your mouth as you eat pho or even Shabu. I would buy 2 pounds of this every time, enough for a family of 4 or 5. I can see behind the counter that the butchers are busy slicing the meat away daily. If they don't have it in the fridge, they will slice it for you as you order. You can tell this place is honest and quality by the amount of yelp stars it has! That's very rare.

I cannot do home hotpot/kbbq without this place. Sometimes I wonder what I'd do if I moved away and…read moredid not have a butcher with prices this amazing.

The OG! Best…read morebutchers (and roast beef sandwiches) in town! All of your mainstay cuts, lots of pre-made specialties, and many premium cuts and options in the back. This place has been around for years, family ran, friendly and knowledgable. You'll be pleased by the service and quality, I promise. :)

I've been going to Brees' on and off for over a decade. I'm honestly surprised I hadn't 5 stars…read morethem sooner. All sandwiches are $12-15 depending on what you order. I got the $15 Italian with everything and it was loaded with fresh veggies, Boar's Head meats and cheese, mayo, mustard, etc. Previously I've gotten sliced meat by the pound as well. Staff is helpful and if you aren't sure what cut you want to buy on the raw meats...just ask! The customer behind me said his Dad wanted pork chops to smoke on the Traeger. They helped him pick the right cut & optional if you want it seasoned or as is. There's a few potatoes, onions, and seasoning in the shelves. A great one stop shop option! (The Char crust brand is great.)

1. The meat was very delicious and nicely cooked! The sauce and rice paired well with the meat!…read more2. The spot has fun casual vibes! The interior is big! 3. The staff was friendly and timely with my order! It was ready after 10 mins! 4. There is only indoor seatings! There are a lot of tables! 5. Parking lot can get crowded! There is street parking available! Note: They accept card and cash! Photo: Com Suon Nuong

I came across this restaurant after getting matcha at Airoma a couple doors down, with my mom drawn…read morein by the photo advertisement of Hu tieu. It was admittedly unassuming from the outside, but when we entered the restaurant, we were warmly greeted by the staff and seated promptly. The restaurant itself was clean and adorned with faux plant decorations. We both ordered our own bowls of the Hu Tieu Nam Vang (kho). I HIGHLY recommend this dish - all the ingredients were fresh, and the assortment of condiments were well-stocked and generous (which can sometimes be rare of a Vietnamese restaurant). Most importantly, the Hu Tieu was so authentic. If you are looking to support a local Vietnamese restaurant in Little Saigon with quality food, this is an underrated gem. I am looking forward to my next visit and trying out the other menu items!

I was craving Chinese skewers one and happened to stumble upon this place located in Garden Grove…read more We got the marinated beef skewers, pork belly, and chicken skin which were all really good. Each skewer came with decently sized portion, although some of it does shrink when cooking. Depending on which meat you order, some will take a while to cook (i.e chicken skin), so would plan according. Each meal comes with kim chi and radishes which paired well with our skewers. Overall, it was a good meal. Although they primarily specialize in skewers (including lamb, beef, pork, chicken, seafood, and vegetables) there's also main dishes you can order such as dry spicy hot pot, fried rice, and stir fry beef udon. The generally vibe inside probably leans towards large group outings where you order soju or sake with some friends and just have a good time. However, it also a good place to bring family or kids and just enjoying watching the skewers rotate on the grill. The service here was good and the skewers came out pretty quickly. I could see myself coming back here again.

This place was tasty, but expensive. This place was more of a hang out spot than one I'd be full…read moreoff of. Hang out, since snacks/skewers and drinks, but I wouldn't go here expecting to get full unless you order other food. Service was ok. We had to call the waiter over several times. We loved their middle seasoning for the meat. It had cumin in it.

there are so many kbbq places in garden grove, so i hadn't had the chance to try sookdal before,…read morebut i wish i had tried it sooner bc the meat quality is so good !! my friends and i came here on a saturday night, and the wait was about 1 1/2 hr since the restaurant is pretty small and doesn't have many tables. when we finally got in tho, the servers were super efficient and attentive to us for our entire meal. they also cook the meats for you and display it nicely on the grill, so it's one less thing to stress about while dining! my group of 4 decided to split combo D, which comes with pork belly, pork collar, beef brisket, choice of stew between kimchi or bean paste, and cheese to eat with the meat. this was plenty of food for all of us, and we left pretty stuffed and satisfied! my favorite meats were definitely the pork belly and collar, which had the perfect amount of fat without tasting too greasy. it is probably my favorite bite of pork belly of all time! i also love how sookdal has a "tutorial" to show you the 7 best ways to enjoy the meat with all of the side dishes and sauces, and my personal favorite way was with the garlic oil sauce! it was a pretty unique and fun experience, and i would definitely come back!

Is this what dreams are made of? Intoxicating aroma of caramelized pork, umami flavor, juicy meat,…read moreand perfectly charred edges? Must be! The pork jowl and pork belly are DIVINE - clearly high quality. Workers hand us a sticker with specs about the preparation and aging process, which is oddly charming and shows how much pride they take in their meat. The staff even cooks everything for us, so we can sit back and stuff our faces. The sides are great too. Tangy pickled or fermented veggies, sweet pineapple, mushrooms, and soups help cut through all that richness from the fat. The pork and kimchi soup especially hits - it's super comforting and balances out the meal. This is also a great alternative if you're craving BBQ but don't have the stomach space for AYCE. These portions leave us full and satisfied every time. Overall, an amazing spot for a casual, pork-centric feast!

I love coming to New Duong Son BBQ. The food is always good. Prices are not bad for Chinese BBQ…read more The hot items are priced well. I also love the people who work here and since I speak the language, I think it helps. But even if you don't, they can understand English. What I hate about this place is the parking. It is extremely stressful during busy times and it always seems busy here. I try to come super early, but even sometimes, it is already busy. This isn't a fault of New Duong Son, but man, when I want BBQ, I have to brace myself coming to this plaza.

Parking is horrendous on weekends if you're not lucky enough to snag the loading zone on front…read more Ordered Three item rice combo for my mom. Crispy pork, steamed chicken, and char siu. 14.20 total with a side soup and veggies included is a deal!

Good food and good atmosphere. Good selection of meat and…read moreseafood. Easy to find restaurant and great staff.

Definitely one of the best yakiniku places in orange county. We arrived 10 minutes before opening…read moreon a Sunday and there was a small line to get it. There were more than enough tables to accommodate everyone that arrived at 5 although the tables did fill up and there was a wait during the dinner rush. Tsuruhashi feels more relaxed and less rushed compared with Anjin. There isn't the constant line out the door which helps make the experience more enjoyable. The decor matched the vibe of the restaurant and adds to the overall experience. All the meats we tried were on the more expensive side, but the quality definitely matched the price. The yukke bibimbap was delicious. The raw marinated meat was an unusual but absolutely worth trying. Both the panna cotta and mango pudding were delicious. We ended up ordering two of the mango puddings and still wanted more.

Was looking for place to eat raw marinated crabs without the long drive to Koreatown, Los Angeles,…read moreand stumbled here. Restaurant is clean and spacious with plenty of tables - even tabletop seating if you want to eat solo. Soy Sauce Raw Marinated Crab (5/5) ($89 for two crabs) - Hands down the best tasting soy sauce raw marinated crabs in Orange County (and maybe even in Los Angeles)! They use fresh female Korean caught crabs which makes all the difference. The meat is tender, sweet, filled with roe, and not at all fishy! They marinate the crabs in a delicious soy sauce that has the perfect balance of saltiness and sweetness. Squeeze the crab meat out on hot rice, seaweed, and sesame oil for a delicious bite. Love how the sauce wasn't overly salty or filled with msg like other places, so you can pour the sauce over your rice to your heart's content. The dish comes with a spicy jalapeno and boiled egg. Beef Rib Soup (4/5): ($20 for lunch, $25 for dinner) - Fall off the bone tender beef rib! The soup comes piping hot and has such a depth of flavor from the beef bone and red dates. Dish comes with glass noodles and shredded egg. Very comforting and goes well when taking a break from eating the raw crabs. The banchan are abundant, tasty, and fresh! You can tell they made them with love & care. They're not overly seasoned and really complimented our meal. Service was friendly and attentive. The ladies are so sweet and even gave us warm barley tea to try. Much appreciated in this cold weather! I'd definitely come back to try their other dishes, especially the steamers.

Made reservations for a group of 6 for dinner at 7. Surprisingly, it wasn't busy when we arrived or…read morethroughout our meal. We ordered the steamed duck, soy sauce marinated raw crab, and kimchi stew. All the dishes are HUGE and there's so much banchan options. I think we would've been ok with just ordering the crab and duck. Food was delicious! I would come back for more.

I've been interested in trying Smash N' Sizzle for awhile now, and my schedule has finally aligned…read morewith one of their pre-order windows this afternoon! The order process was pretty simple -- I responded to their Instagram story and they reached out with follow-up questions, menu options, and pickup details. The pickup was from a home residence in the city of Garden Grove (off of Brookhurst Street and Hazard Avenue), nearby Pho 79 if you're familiar with the area. The exact address is provided with your order! The owner, Aamir, was very friendly and professional when I picked up my food and the burgers were packaged very neatly in separate boxes. I ordered two smash burgers that included three patties each, which cost $15 per burger. They included caramelized onions and jalapenos, which were a delightful surprise. The patties were a little salty, but upon reading the other reviews, I see that the owner pre-marinates the patty meat. The prices were also steep for just the burger, and I thought my order would come with fries on the side, but that doesn't take away from the quality of the food. All in all, I would return for future orders and would love to see them open a brick-and-mortar restaurant someday, ideally in Garden Grove still. 10/10 rating and five stars all around for a seamless ordering experience, delicious food, and timeless customer service.

We tried them out for their pop-up on Friday night. The order processing and pickup/payment were…read moresuper fast and easy. The owner is super responsive, and you can tell he wants to provide the best service possible. During this special pop-up event, they were serving two's a tango that features their warm brioche bun along with two halal patties smashed with cheese and carmelized onions on top. The burger itself was massive, with one being more than enough to feed a hungry person. After talking to the owner, he mentioned he pre-marinates his meat, so that could be the reason why the taste was a little salty for us. The sauce is awesome and complimentary, so when ordering, if you don't plan on eating the burger right away, to prevent sogginess, ask for extra on the side. I know some people prefer the meatiness, but I am a sauce type of girl. Overall, the flavors of the burger meshed well! Thank you for adding another place for halal goodness. I'm hoping you guys do well and keep quality up.