The food here is amazing! The meat is very good quality, and the all-you-can-eat buffet is convenient and makes the experience ten times better. When my family and I came, we got the Shabu and the barbecue which I have never seen a place that offers both types! The restaurant itself is also very clean and aesthetic! I always enjoy coming here because the service is also very quick and all the servers are very nice and helpful! Definitely recommend! read more

This was my first time here. WOW walking in to this place it has a very nice feel to it and very classy looking. Our server was very knowledgeable and helped us figure everything out. They were so helpful and very attentive. The food was tender and great quality. Will definitely visit again. read more

Ahhhh MY FAVORITE KBBQ PLACE EVER!! the meat was super fresh and tasty! The service is literally so amazing shoutout to our server JAEWOO! I'll be coming back just for the attentive service! If you're looking for a late night spot to eat then come here!!! read more

Had a great experience at B-Won Korean BBQ. The meat quality was solid, well-marinated, and fresh. Service was attentive--they kept the grill clean and sides coming without needing to ask. The atmosphere was lively but comfortable. Prices are about what you'd expect for KBBQ, and the quality makes it worth it. I'd definitely come back. read more

Came here because I was craving soup/shabu shabu but my partner didn't want soup and just wanted meat. The price is good and I like that they have an option where you can do the kbbq and the shabu shabu. We came here Sunday afternoon and it was not very busy. We were seated quickly. The restaurant is fairly big. There is a buffet section near the front of the restaurant. All the Korean side dishes are at the buffet. They had a fairly decent selection. They also had some hot items like egg rolls which were pretty good. They had radish paper at the buffet but it was oddly thick and crunchy. Only time I had radish paper that actually tasted like biting into a raw red radish. I did not like that for the shabu shabu they give you a prepared selection of veggies/soup toppings. They had the thick noodles which were not very good. I wish that they could have these items in the buffet so that you could grab what you want instead of getting this prepared tray. I also wish they had different noodle options. I did the beef broth and shrimp broth. The broths tasted watered down and were not very savory. The only upside was that the meat cuts were tasty. I think they have a good selection of meat items and would come back for the kbbq aspect of this restaurant but I would not recommend the shabu shabu part. read more

BWON Shabu & BBQ - Shabu shabu veggie plate - Hot Pot Near Me - Fullerton, California

We've been coming here many times and the food is always great. Plenty of options to choose from the menu. There is no wait time, and our waiter was fast and easy to talk to. It's all you can eat, so there are different dishes to try. All are very good. The atmosphere is relaxing with ambient lighting. Ambience is enjoyable and great for family. read more

Great buffet with a wide variety of dishes and quick food refills. I especially loved the self-service station, which even had sushi available. The hot pot broth was flavorful and well-balanced, and I really enjoyed the variety of food options here. The staff were friendly, and the seating area was spacious and comfortable. Some of the marinated meats were a bit too sweet for my taste, as I personally prefer unseasoned or lightly seasoned meat. The self-service bar offered plenty of choices, including many kid-friendly items, making it a great place for families with young children. Overall, a very enjoyable dining experience, and I would definitely come back. read more

BWON Shabu & BBQ - Hot Pot Near Me - Fullerton, California

Our server Brayden was on it the moment we were seated. He and the entire staff are friendly welcoming and make you feel happy. Always checking on us. The food is high quality and the soups bases are the best parts. If you like having a date night or a large family get together BWON is your spot. You can eat laugh drink and enjoy some sports games. Try the kimchi. Its amazing. read more

BWON Shabu & BBQ - Hot pot and Korean BBQ after a long day. Bwon is my favorite date night - Hot Pot Near Me - Fullerton, California

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This is my 2nd time at this place. The food is good, banchans are tasty. The selection in their buffet station are all great! My 3 favorites in one place - soju, meat and TEOKBOKKI!!! We got a good service from Jonathan. Did not need to wait for a long time to be seated and to call him- feels like he is just behind me the whole time lol. Can't wait to come back! read more

BWON Shabu & BBQ - Brisket - Hot Pot Near Me - Fullerton, California

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ORDER menu A (1/5) ALL THE REVIEWS ARE FAKE. i wish i noticed sooner. all the 5-star reviews are 100% bots and are paid reviews. how misleading. i honestly wish i asked for a refund. we got 5 plates of meat for a group of 3 and left extremely disappointed and unsatisfied. the brisket was EXTREMELY tough and chewy. the beef belly was very fatty. the sides are served buffet style and every single one i tried was lacking. the mashed potatoes were way too sweet. the sushi was made up of only imitation crab. avoid at all costs. there are better options at the same price point. SERVICE service was lacking, but no big deal. AMBIANCE dark inside. very big restaurant. plenty of parking. read more

Got the menu B bbq. It was delicious! We ordered beef tongue, beef belly, galbi, marinated octopus, and cajun shrimp. All really good quality and tender. We'll be back! Oh! They even have cold noodles! Fun atmosphere! A little under staffed, but wonderful service none the less. read more

BWON Shabu & BBQ - Cold noodles - Hot Pot Near Me - Fullerton, California

Came here for a bday celebration. Food was absolutely delicious. Service was also great. We got the AYCE hot pot and the bbq. The house hot pot base and beef base are amazing. A must try. This is the third time we've been here. We will be back! read more

BWON Shabu & BBQ - Food was absolutely delicious. We will be back! - Hot Pot Near Me - Fullerton, California

Solid Korean BBQ spot that I'd definitely come back to. The meat quality was good across the board, but the standout for me was the beef tongue--sliced nice and thin, super tender, and cooked perfectly on the grill. Service made a big difference too. Brayden was attentive, quick to swap out grills, and always checking in without being overbearing. Everything came out fast, which kept the whole experience smooth. The buffet bar was a nice bonus and added extra value with a good variety of sides to round out the meal. The seating was good and there was tons of space to move around. Overall, great food, great service, and worth a return visit. read more

If you're looking for a great KBBQ in the OC you have to try BWON. They have quality food and the meats are so tasty. They also have a side bar of many different types of sides where you can choose from including sushi! This place has been my go to place for a while now and I don't plan on changing that. Customer service is excellent too, very attentive. read more

Love this place. It's my regular go to for my kbbq cravings. Meat quality is amazing while also having unlimited sides at your convenience all at a fair price! Everyone is friendly while also having that sense of urgency to ensure the costumer has what they need. read more

I couldn't even focus on the food or surroundings because of how terrible our service was. The host was nice and seated us quickly after using their kiosk to check in. That is where the service stopped. We sat and when our waiter came we told him that we've never been here before so obviously we didn't know how the place operated. We went with young children who didn't know how to use chopsticks and chasing him down 30 minutes later for a fork. The bus boys didn't speak English so they weren't able to assist us. Any question we asked our server he answered like we were such a pain in his behind. The AYCE options and sauce bar was mediocre at best. Idk if I was disappointed with the food or just had such miserable service that I wasn't able to even remotely begin to enjoy the food. Definitely wouldn't go back. read more

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After bringing my Son and his Friends to Knotts Berry Farm we decided to still have time together before bringing them home so we stopped by this Korean BBQ called " BWON SHABU & BBQ " , my wife decided to treat them extra by bringing them here to this all-you-can-eat Korean BBQ and hot pot. 8 of us got seated quickly all together at a long table. We ordered the AYCE BBQ and HOT POT combo. But my wife said we should have just ordered the BBQ ones and not with the Hot Pot because my wife and I are the only ones who ended up eating the Hot Pot, my Son and his Friends concentrated more on Grilling BBQs instead of their Hot Pot soup. Meat quality and taste were just okay not so wow about it but as I said it's just okay. Meat Potion arrives at our table always in good sizes, barchan or other side dishes you get up and get in your own. Service was fast and friendly but many errors in delivering what we ordered , maybe it's because only 1 server was serving the 8 of us, and at the same time he was also assisting other tables by himself. Parking is plenty around. read more

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I had an amazing dining experience at Bwon shabu today! The food was incredibly delicious, with rich flavors and beautifully presented dishes. I highly recommend trying their sahbu.it was cooked to perfection.Everyone, come give it a try just once,you'll see just how wonderful the flavor is. read more

Great food and ambiance! A little slow but only due to how busy it got, would recommend. Had a great time with the music and drinks. Service was friendly, and would bring friends back here next time. Worth the price. Thanks for having us. read more

Wonderful meal and great atmosphere. Came with a group of friends and this place hit the spot. The service is amazing and the staff is warm and friendly. I would recommend if you're in the mood for Korean Bbq. I'm come back again for sure. read more

I had a great experience at Bwon Korean BBQ in Fullerton. The meat was fresh, flavorful, and there were plenty of options to choose from on the all-you-can-eat menu. The staff was friendly and attentive, making sure our grill was changed regularly and that we always had what we needed. The restaurant was clean, lively, and had a great atmosphere for dining with friends and family. I would definitely come back and recommend it to anyone looking for quality Korean BBQ in the are read more

BWON Shabu & BBQ - Hot Pot Near Me - Fullerton, California

It's nice to have the option to get both bbq and hot pot in one place, although it can be challenging to multitask. There are some tasty salads, sushi, and a hot items on the buffet. The servers were helpful and brought the meats out quickly. I was worried about getting charged for not finishing everything because the hot pot vegetables and noodles are pre-set and a big portion, not individual items on a buffet. I said I wasn't going to be able to finish everything since I was eating by myself, and the server did not make it a big deal. The ambiance was nice, and it wasn't too loud. BTS music playing the whole time. I also liked that you can roast marshmallows! read more

Every cut of meat we threw on the grill was incredibly tender and soaked up that smoky char perfectly, while the hot pot side provided a refreshing balance with its rich broth and fresh greens. The atmosphere inside is vibrant and modern, with cool purple lighting and a high-energy vibe that makes the whole dining experience feel like a special event. read more

BWON Shabu & BBQ - Hot Pot Near Me - Fullerton, California

Have been coming here for many years now even after we moved out of OC. Brayden was amazing today. Super attentive and friendly service. 5 stars for the cleanliness in the self serve bar! Our top 3 meat options are always from the B menu, Premium Beef Brisket, ,LA Marinated Short Ribs, and Spicy Pork Belly. The steamed egg is always a must. read more

BWON Shabu & BBQ - Hot Pot Near Me - Fullerton, California

Prices are decent and food taste good. Only thing I think that needs to be worked on is the service. Sometimes they take a long time to come back to take your order. However everything else is great. read more

Came here on a Friday night, first time. Mainly because we are a party of 7 wanting KBBQ and didn't want to wait. I was able to make a reservation for 6:30 pm on the day of. When we arrived, the place was nearly empty. It did pick up by about 8 pm, but still no wait. The place was large and open. Kind of overall loud and lively. Didn't smell good when walking past dirty dishes on trays. Service was okay. Friendly but we did have to ask for a clean grill. We did the A+ menu. I would say it was okay. The BBQ portions of meats were quite large. We were full after one round (3 items). Some meats were not the most tender. I was a bit disappointed with the salad bar. The sushi isn't good. Condiments could have been better. Overall the experience was okay. There are better KBBQs around. read more

Showed up at 11:40pm, online and on the door of the restaurant it says restaurant is open until 1am ... took an uber from Disneyland and paid $25 just to get here and the doors are locked with a closed sign. WASTE OF MONEY. read more

BWON Shabu & BBQ - CLOSED WITH WRONG HOURS. - Hot Pot Near Me - Fullerton, California

The food was delicious, I would highly recommend the beef rib fingers, prime black angus top sirloin, and beef belly. The service was also fast and very friendly. I would come back again! Brayden did a really good job of his recommendations. The buffet was also very convenient in regards to the side dishes. The ventilation of the grills was also great. Not a smoky atmosphere. read more

BWON Shabu & BBQ - Prime black angus sirloin - Hot Pot Near Me - Fullerton, California

Was really excited to try this place because of all the high ratings...but I was disappointed. The restaurant had barely anyone on a Thursday night. Waiter told us it was a "hit or miss". Everything tasted on the sweeter side for me. The quality of the food was average-nothing spectacular-and I was hoping for more veggies option. It was a bit dark and the layout of the restaurant is tended for more larger crowds. Servers were friendly and very attentive. read more

BWON Shabu & BBQ - Hot Pot Near Me - Fullerton, California

FOOD: We were looking for a late-night Korean BBQ spot and found this place. The photos online look amazing and definitely drew us in, but unfortunately, the inside was a bit disappointing. The sushi bar did not look appetizing and was not fresh at all. We did arrive late so it could be the proximity to closing time may have been the reason for the poor quality. The meats and banchan were pretty standard. SERVICE: Service was average; with only one server managing three large groups, we had to flag her down a couple of times when we needed assistance. AMBIANCE: The restaurant photos are a bit deceiving; the interior was average and the cleanliness seemed ignored which again I attributed to being near closing time. I still believe that consistency is the key as service, quality, or cleanliness should not suffer because they are wrapping up. read more

Was planning on going to another restaurant with my girlfriend for AYCE shabu-shabu and Korean barbecue but time got away from us and I didn't want to drive that far for dinner. My girlfriend suggested BWON as a closer option. So we invited my son to join us and headed to the restaurant. We were able to join the waiting list through yelp and only waited a few minutes once we arrived. Parking lot was full but we lucked into a spot after a couple of laps. Once seated our server offered us drinks and explained the menu. We opted for the AYCE B+ menu which includes both shabu-shabu and Korean barbecue. We received our first round and started cooking. The shabu-shabu pot was divided so we were able to get 2 soup bases which was great. We went with the house special shrimp and seafood and beef soup bases. For shabu-shabu we got the veggies cooking and then added beef, fish,and chicken. My girlfriend tended the shabu-shabu pot. I worked the Korean barbecue and started with ribeye, pork belly, and beef ribs. I turned and moved the meats around the cooking surface to cook them evenly and thoroughly. Serving items up as they were ready. Meanwhile my girlfriend was doing the same with the shabu-shabu pot. After 1 round of shabu-shabu and Korean barbecue my girlfriend and son were full. I ordered another order of pork belly for the barbecue and had the grill switched out for a clean one. Next time I think we'll go with one or the other for Korean barbecue or shabu-shabu. It's just too much to get AYCE of both. That being said the prices were reasonable at BWON so even though we didn't do multiple rounds, I feel like it was a good value nonetheless. I'll definitely return, next time I'll fast all day and be ready to really chow down. read more

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To simply put it, DONT COME HERE. If you check their newest reviews, they are all bought and bots. All 5 star reviews from profiles that don't have photos. We had a really disappointing experience at this Korean BBQ spot. From the moment we sat down, there was no service at all--no one came to take our order or check on us. We were left just sitting there. To make things worse, no one ever refilled our water the entire time until we had to physically go up and ask, which is pretty basic service. When the food finally came, it wasn't even what we ordered. The staff never came back to fix the mistake or even acknowledge it. The quality of the meat was honestly terrible. It was thick-cut, tough, and hard to chew--definitely not what you expect from Korean BBQ. Overall, the lack of service, wrong order, and poor food quality made this a really frustrating and unpleasant experience. I definitely wouldn't come back. read more

Not sure why this place has a high rating ,but the best parts of my meal were the extremely sharp scissors for the meat, the vent that sucked out all smell, and the service. Meat quality and flavor were a miss. Tried a bunch of them and they were just greasy or too thick. Marinades were also not remarkable and neither were the sauces. Banchan had a good variety but they were all bland. I get that it's on a cold bar but they were stale. I didn't expect to pay happy hour prices on an early Tuesday dinner, so that's appreciated, but really not with coming back to. read more

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Super yummy food! Quick service and a lot of options at the buffet, I'd definitely recommend for anyone that wants good quality food and a decent price! We got beef and pork bulgogi and beef sirloin. The meat was soft and tender. Overall a good experience and I will be back. read more

BWON Shabu & BBQ - Hot Pot Near Me - Fullerton, California

Well, first we were seated at the corner where the lighting was terrible. You can't see if the food is cooked or not. The fan was also very weak. We were moved to the table with more light after speaking to the manager. The smoke went everywhere else but up the pipe. As far as food selections, there's no chopped garlic or butter to grease the grill. The meat tenderizer they used took away the taste of the meats. Speaking of grill, do not get the grill that has metal strips. It really slow down the cooking which they timed you down to the minute. Needless to say, we won't be going back. read more

Great korean BBq and great service! I came here on a Thursday night and there was no wait. The service was attentive without being overbearing--they checked in at just the right times and were happy to answer questions about the menu. We did the B menu for kbbq only and the meats were perfectly marinated, very flavorful. Our favorite was the marinated galbi. The restaurant was clean as well, and a great place to have a meal with friends and family. read more

- Food was not good. And, I'm not a picky eater so that says a lot. - I made reservations but they seated first come walk in first. So we waited 20- 30 minutes. It might of been more if we didn't mention our reservations three times. + Staff, especially Jae deserves 5 stars, but Yelp does not allow me to rate just for service yet. read more

The price is very reasonable and the quality of the food is great! Much better than most places!

Visited recently with a group of friends. It was our first time here but we were starving and chose this place because of the thousands of great reviews. We came on a weekday at 11pm. It was pretty empty but we were seated far from the buffet area near the bathroom. We did not receive great service in that seating area. We decided to do KBBQ and had a poor experience. We were barely checked on by the server and had difficulty getting their attention to order more meats. After the first round of meat, a server turned off our grill and walked away before we could order more meat. We did not have a chance to order more until like 15 minutes of trying. This repeated a few times and it killed the experience. Really affordable place, wish we had better service to have actually enjoyed it. read more

This was a great after Disney experience! The only downside is we didn't have enough time to eat but that was our fault. Food was delicious and lots of options. Service was good. Ambient was good. Not to noises or crowded. We would go again! It was enjoyable and we enjoyed our dinner. read more