I live near Koreatown in LA and this spot is like home away from home when I visit family! It is located in a large mini mall so there is ample parking. Inside, it is roomy, modern minimalist design with a high ceiling. Each table has a grill in the middle with a vent above. Staff turns the grill on low to prevent overcooking. (and yes, you are cooking your own meat which is the fun part.) I normally order all-you-can-eat menu A. I prefer the non-marinated meats - beef brisket, thin pork belly, beef belly and beef sirloin and dipping it in the oil/salt/pepper and the soy jalapeno dip. It's flavorful and "clean" in taste. I do like the marinated meats like the beef bulgogi, garlic chicken and spicy pork. They are marinated perfectly. I just prefer tasting the meat on its own. As with all KBBQ spots, you are given an array of banchan that can range from kimchi, pickled everything (radish, cucumber, daikon), potato salad and tofu. You also get a personal size serving of rice. Staff is very helpful and friendly and they switch the grill after each rotation. I can barely finish three rounds of meat so paying around $40 is well worth the price. This is place is great for hanging out with friends, a casual date or bringing the whole family. (For children, if the adults are buying the AYCE menu, children are charged by their height. My four year old niece barely eats so $10 is a great price and we don't have to pay for full price like some places do. read more

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My Korean-born friend was craving some authentic Korean food but didn't want to make the drive all the way to Koreatown in Los Angeles, so we decided to try Charcoal Korean BBQ in Canyon Country, conveniently located at the corner of Whites Canyon and Soledad Canyon Road. We were both pleasantly surprised. My friend ordered the Cold Spicy Noodles and immediately commented on how authentic the flavor was, reminding her of dishes she enjoyed growing up in Korea. I went with the 5-piece Shrimp Tempura appetizer, which was perfectly crispy and delicious. Combined with the generous assortment of complimentary Korean side dishes, there was more than enough food to leave us completely satisfied. One of the highlights of the restaurant is that every table is equipped with its own tabletop barbecue. Most of the guests were enjoying the Korean BBQ experience, and the food looked fantastic. We didn't try the barbecue this visit, but after seeing and smelling what everyone else was cooking, it's definitely at the top of our list for next time. If you're looking for authentic Korean flavors without having to drive into Los Angeles, Charcoal Korean BBQ is a great local option. Friendly service, delicious food, and a comfortable atmosphere make it a place we'll gladly return to. I'd give it a solid 4.5 stars and look forward to coming back to try the tabletop BBQ next time. read more

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Charcoal Korean BBQ was delicious! The quality of the food was excellent, and the service was friendly and attentive throughout our meal. The all-you-can-eat option had a great variety and everything we tried was flavorful. My only concern was the pricing on some extras. For two people, our bill came out to about $160, and it was surprising to see a $7 charge for lettuce wraps when we were already paying $45 per person for the all-you-can-eat menu. Overall, the food and service were great, but I think some of the add-on charges could be reconsidered. read more

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There's something to be said if your restaurant fills up rather quickly upon opening at 12 noon on a Sunday afternoon, especially when it's cold, wet, & raining. FOOD: AYCE @ $36.99 + tax (for their lowest-tiered option). *NOTE*: 16% gratuity is automatically included* (I'm not bothered by this as long as the service is worth it = the server checks-in at our table to make sure that we have everything. Needless to say, the hospitality here is on point.) Bulgogi - 8.7 / 10 As I always say, bulgogi is the standard by which I measure any kbbq restaurant. Just because there are so many variables, mainly the marinade. How sweet is it? How fatty is the cut? Would I order it again? That said, theirs is par for the course. Easy chew, not overly sweet. I would gladly order it again. The cool thing is that they offer variations of this exact cut of kbbq (something that other kbbq joints can learn from). Boneless Short Rib - 9.0 / 10 Easily my favorite cut. Very "meaty" which is how I like it. It's hearty & flavorful, yet I feel like I'm not eating a gargantuan steak from a steakhouse. The portion is not too much where I fear that I won't be able to try other offerings. Hawaiian Bulgogi - 8.8 / 10 Basically the same as the aforementioned "regular" bulgogi but with bits of pineapple mixed in. The fruit adds a nice, citrusy bite while not overpowering the beef with sweetness. The pineapple only adds to the already solid cut. If I could only choose to order 1 variation of bulgogi, it would easily be this version. Beef Belly - 8.9 / 10 Granted this is never usually my "go-to" cut, I'm quite impressed with how fatty these paper thin cuts are. Think of it as "beef bacon". For me, I like mine well-done. That crispy texture of well-rendered meat is a very nice contrast to all the other meaty cuts that are offered. It's super thin, so don't expect to get full from this. For me, it's more about the textural contrast that this cut brings to the table. The melted fat also acts as a lubricant of sorts & adds another layer of flavor to everything else that you put on the grill after it. Thin Cut Flat Iron - 8.7 / 10 This is kind of like the "poor man's beef tongue". I mean that in the best possible way, since I'm not the biggest beef tongue fan. Unlike tongue, the thin cut flat iron steak is less gamey & feels like you're eating a traditional cut of meat. Veggie Tempura - 8.6 / 10 A great way to get your veggies in. The tempura batter is not overly greasy. All pieces of veggies are very satisfying & complement the grilled meats very well. Includes onions, green beans, potato, sweet potato. The tempura sauce is very umami & makes for an even greater dipping sauce for all of your meats. Corn Cheese - 8.5 / 10 Corn + mozzarella. I could be mistaken, but I feel like there may be some kind of mayonnaise in here too. Just because it felt a little wet compared to other corn cheeses that I'd had elsewhere. Provides a tangy contrast to the meal. Sujeonggwa (Korean cinnamon ginger punch) - 9.0 / 10 A refreshing beverage that is served to you at the then end of your meal. It makes for a great palette cleanser & I do feel like it calms the stomach as all the digestion is happening. It's a very nice touch to conclude all of your eating. The banchan is plenty - your standard kimchi & pickled vegetables. I always appreciate when japchae is an included option. I'll make it simple for you: If you go with their lowest tiered option (not weekday Happy Hour), the out-the-door price (tax, 16% tip, water only) is $46.52 per person. This works for me & I would gladly come back. What's also nice is that they can accommodate larger parties without breaking a group off into 2 separated tables. They have at least 3 longer tables. Huge shoutout to Jess for being such an accommodating server. As a customer, her demeanor is exactly what you want. She made sure that our table always had what we needed & was more than happy to inquire if we ever wanted to order anything else. If management is reading this, please recognize Jess & consider giving her a raise. She's a true asset to your team & she made it a true joy to visit your establishment. read more

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I'd say this is the best place in the neighborhood to get KBBQ Everything is always fresh and delicious. read more

My husband wanted to take my kids who like to cook to Korean bbq so we sought out this place to try it out. My kids were measured to determine how much we would pay for them. Since they were taller than 42 inches, we had to pay half price for them. We got most of the chicken dishes except we forgot to order popcorn chicken. Most of it was good, but the kids were super excited to they put a ton of stuff on the grill at once. So it was hard to know what was what. We enjoyed most of the pickled and fermented sides. We weren't big fans of the pasta salad or broccoli with mayonnaise. We also enjoyed the gyoza, egg rolled, and tempura veggies. All were made to order. The servers were very attentive and refilled our food often. They also helped with changing out our grill when needed. There were plenty of tables both with a single and double grill. The temp was kept comfortable considering all of the grills in there. If you're one to eat plenty of food this is a good deal for you. Me and the kids are minimally, so I don't know if we really "got our money's worth." But it was cool for this time and if I wanted KBBQ again I'd definitely go here. read more

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We had an incredible time on our first visit here with the fam.. The food and service were exceptional, and the ambiance was great. This place will definitely be our go-to Korean BBQ spot! read more

Charcoal Korean BBQ - Side dishes are amazing - Korean Near Me - Santa Clarita, California

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We were starving after a whole day at Six Flags and decided to give this place a try -- and wow, I'd give it 6 stars if I could. The meat quality was amazing, and we completely stuffed ourselves with brisket. The amount of side dishes was insane, especially for the price. For this price range, it was absolutely phenomenal and honestly hard to compare to many other places. Simply the best! read more

Charcoal Korean BBQ - brisket - Korean Near Me - Santa Clarita, California

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they used to have the best yellow croaker But now they do not serve it if you want other things then I'm sure that it is a suitable place for you to eat but that pescatarian option was my favorite. There is nothing more delicious than buttery fried croaker read more

Charcoal Korean BBQ - Crispy crunchy buttery Yellow Croaker! Yom yom yom - Korean Near Me - Santa Clarita, California

As we walked in there was only one table with two guys at first. We got there around 3:44 PM it was just the three of us, and we were waiting for our friend to come he was running a lil bit late as always. Customer service was super duper quick and easy, honestly I got full off the sides bc I didn't eat much during the day so I get my moneys worth!!!!!!! Around dinner time they were getting kinda BUSY for their dinner rush. NO COMPLAINTS HERE NOT ONE AT ALL. read more

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One of my favorite Korean BBQ spots! The wait wasn't long, and since it's all-you-can-eat, they give you two menu options. We went with the A option, which had plenty of great choices. They also serve a variety of delicious side dishes, and the portions were generous--everything was super filling and satisfying. The service was excellent! Our server checked on us often and made sure we always had what we needed. At the end, they even brought out a cinnamon drink, which was such a refreshing and unique way to finish the meal. This place never disappoints and continues to be one of my go-to Korean BBQ spots. I'll definitely be back! read more

Charcoal Korean BBQ - Side dishes - Korean Near Me - Santa Clarita, California

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The food here is so yummy! Everything has lots of flavor to it! You can tell it's quality meat, they give good portion sizes for the all you can eat, which I also found out you can ask for half orders too if you want to try more options! Even with the cheaper option for dinner you still have tons of choices, a lot of side choices, and the meal itself comes with tons of little side dishes like kimchi etc. Service was good, it was fast and they were really nice! They also do birthday songs and flash the lights and play music which I thought was pretty special compared to other places! They do have couple rules in which I understand but think are a little unfair, you have to have two people in your party meaning you cannot come to eat by yourself, and second if you are with a child that child has to be a certain height otherwise if they go above that height they will get charged full price... which is a bit absurd as I work with kids and tons of them are taller than the average 10 year old haha. So these are the only negatives I found about this place. Inside was such a warm and cozy vibe, it was all decked out for the holidays with lights and other decorations! Which I've been here before and the lights do stay all year haha. It was also very packed but not too crowded, and actually made the vibe even more inviting and warm! Prepare to have a wait though, especially for a Friday Night. Overall I love it here! Yummy food and great vibes! read more

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My latest food obsession. My beautiful partner of 9 years and I love going here to treat ourselves. The marinade on the meats are 10/10, the side dishes 11/10, the cinnamon slushee at the end 102902839/10. The ambiance is nice, and the staff are very attentive. Please never get rid of the all you can eat. I literally dream about it. read more

My husband and I visited family in Santa Clarita, CA for a few days. We love Korean BBQ and our family treated us one night to this AYCE Korean BBQ for dinner. It was amazing! The staff are friendly and accommodating. We were a family of 10 and couldn't seat us altogether due to the grill weren't enough in the long table to seat us but accommodated us with 2 separate tables for 6 and for 4. The food was delicious! A large selection of different meats and good meats not cheap quality with plenty of sides to choose from. We selected the $36.99 per person and worth it! The place wasn't busy when we walked in but after 15 minutes there was a line forming outside. If you go for dinner try to go before 6 pm. We will definitely be back when we are in the area. read more

Charcoal Korean BBQ - Korean Near Me - Santa Clarita, California

I treasure coming here with my Mom. It's our special place to go to for lunch and Grace treats us like royalty each time. She remembers our order completely, including our spice preferences, everything! Food is 10/10 consistently. read more

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Went here as a last minute date night with the husband and it was incredible. The staff was super nice and super friendly and the meats were high quality. All the banchan were awesome and I wish I could buy some to snack on at home, especially the kimchi and the potatoes. They served this icy cinnamon tea at the end and it was perfect after all the meats. read more

A little pricier than I expected but it's worth a try since there's not a lot of other options when it comes to Korean food in Santa Clarita area. read more

They automatically add a 16% tip to your bill WITHOUT ASKING. WTFO! Why don't you just stick your hand into my pocket and take all my money??? read more

Absolutely amazing in every way!!! Love the food, the soju, and ambiance. Great energy for any occasion.

No hospitality Very Smokey and food is not as great as other Korean restaurants No manager on duty to make things right read more

We've been here a few times previously and have always enjoyed the experience. Their service is terrific, the variety of meats is amazing and the salads are amazing! When we're in the mood for Korean BBQ in Santa Clarita this is where we go. read more

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This place is so awesome, we have come 10+ times. The prices are very reasonable, the meat is delicious, the sides are great too. They're very attentive and the service is great. After your meal they serve hot or cold Sujeonggwa which is a Korean cinnamon ginger punch. Very tasty. The restaurant is very clean also. read more

Charcoal Korean BBQ - Menu - Korean Near Me - Santa Clarita, California

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Amazing food! Perfect service! One of the best place to have your birthday! There is literally nothing wrong about this place everybody must come! read more

If you've never had BBQ that makes you question your life choices, Charcoal is here to change that. Veggie Tempura: Crispy, crunchy, and somehow cool. Vegetables have never been this fun. Bean Paste Soup: So cozy, it might just become your new emotional support dish. Warm, rich, and comforting. Scallion Pancake: Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside--basically the love child of a pancake and a savory dream. Gyoza: Perfectly crispy dumplings that make you wonder why you've been settling for mediocre ones your whole life. The BBQ's amazing, but these sides? They steal the show. Go in hungry, leave full, and maybe even a little obsessed. read more

This place is delicious, the atmosphere is family-friendly, and the customer service is excellent. It's a place I really enjoy with my family every time we go, highly recommended. read more

We have been to this restaurant probably 40 times in the past 7 years. We love it. The staff is always awesome. The food is always good. We've never ever been disappointed. I've been to tons and tons of other KBBQ in SCV and the valley and I think this is the best quality out of all of them. This last visit, we had Ye-Li as our server and she was sooooo lovely and kind and funny. We hope to see her again next visit. read more

Food was good. They charge based on a child's height which is weird and really was about to ask for my daughter to stand up to measure her height --- like what!!?! We went during a lunch time during the week (they have lunch happy hour too if interested), where it was a little busier but even as customers were finishing up and left, our plates and dishes were still just sitting there waiting to be cleaned up. Our tables were extremely packed with empty dishes and no one even comes by to clean them up, even if they pop in to change out the grills. I had to ask multiple times for them to remove empty plates from our table. Regardless of these quirks, I'd come back again. read more

Charcoal Korean BBQ - Happy hour menu - Korean Near Me - Santa Clarita, California

Food was good service was excellent just the way we sitting was just so close to the people in the next table I have been to this spot a couple of times I will come again and do recommend read more

Service was great, staff was not the issue here! The quality of the meat was low tier, I travel all the way down to garden grove for cheaper prices with HIGHER quality. Not only that, there was an automatic 16% tip included in the bill. Please be aware because this was not mentioned prior, nor were there signs. Will not be going back. read more

This restaurant is extremely racist and will not serve anyone that's not White or Asian, not only that, this is the second time I was refused service, the first time around they refused us because they thought our party was going to eat too much. Today we got refused because we had kids...they had several open tables but we were told we wouldn't fit, terrible service. We were told to go elsewhere read more

This place used to be our go-to KBBQ spot in Santa Clarita. We've had so many great meals here -- the meat quality has always been consistently amazing. That's one thing I have to give them credit for -- whether it's their thin pork belly, brisket, or bulgogi, everything is flavorful and well-marinated. That part hasn't changed. But sadly, our latest visit left us disappointed. First off, we were really bummed to find out they discontinued the steamed egg dish -- a favorite of ours -- due to rising egg costs. Okay, fair enough. We get it. What really made the experience fall flat was the service. It took an unreasonable amount of time to get anyone's attention -- at one point, I was literally waving my hand for over three minutes trying to get help, and no one looked our way. It wasn't until a staff member on the phone noticed and finally assisted us. That kind of inattention just sets the tone for the rest of the meal. When it came to ordering meat, we asked for multiple portions (e.g., 3 briskets), but what came out was the same portion size as a single order. When we asked the waiter, he explained that "3 rows = 3 orders," but when we later ordered just one brisket again, the portion was exactly the same. It didn't add up, and it just felt dismissive. We also waited quite a while for water refills, and side dishes weren't served until we asked -- which is unusual for KBBQ. They even asked if we wanted salad, we said yes... and it never came. I want to believe it was just an off night or maybe they were understaffed. We've had great experiences here before and really wanted to have another one. But the lack of attention to service and order accuracy made it a frustrating experience overall. Here's hoping things improve, because the food really is delicious. But for now, we might need to take a break and look elsewhere. read more

The new remodel looks great but the food flavor has gone down. It was my go to but not anymore. Also, we miss the steamed eggs. read more

Today I was robbed without any warning. That was the worst thing that can happen to a customer: arriving and, when you go to leave a tip, they've already charged you without saying a word. Food : Lead meat 40% fatty 60%. The side dishes are very tasty but they are always repeated in different cuts and different colors, very boring. Service : Some are good, some are bad, but in the end they're just fulfilling their purpose of serving the customer, but some are very rude. Ambiance : ok read more

5 stars Absolutely Worth the 45-Minute Drive! We live about 45 minutes away from Charcoal Korean BBQ, and let me tell you--it was so worth the drive. This was our first time here, and although we were a little confused about how to check in at first (tip: write your name on the clipboard when you walk in!), everything from that point on was excellent. There isn't a single assigned waiter, but that's part of what makes the service outstanding. Every staff member walking by is checking on you--asking if you need anything, if you'd like more meat, if you're good on sides. Service was A+ across the board. The cleanliness also stood out. Most Korean BBQ spots are greasy--floors, tables, everything--but Charcoal keeps everything clean and wiped down. They changed the grill top multiple times during our meal to reduce the smoke, and they kept our table spotless throughout. As soon as we sat down, they brought out all the sides--kimchi, cucumbers, rice bowls, and water--without us having to ask. The meat was fresh, delicious, and kept coming as long as we were ready for more. This place truly delivered on food quality, service, and cleanliness. We'll absolutely be back, even if it means driving 45 minutes again. Highly recommend! read more

We came here a few times already and we like it. I like the banchan that they give and also the price for AYCE is pretty reasonable for a kbbq down the street from our house. We don't have to travel to the valley it to korea town for good kbbq bc Charcoal meets that expectation. In addition to the food being delicious and fresh, the servers were attentive to our requests and food came out pretty quick! I loved the fact that they had big screens all over the restaurant and they had the dodgers up on every screen so everyone can watch the playoffs!! It was an important feature to have while eating our dinner. I would recommend this place for decent kbbq in scv. We like it read more

Charcoal Korean BBQ - Banchan (side dishes) - Korean Near Me - Santa Clarita, California

Came to charcoal restaurant today it's one of my daughters favorite restaurants in Santa Clarita. It's our birthday today. I have very mixed opinions about this restaurant first off. I think it's way too expensive for what they serve and for the service that they give you he would've thought that they would cook the food for you for the price that it is But anyway it's my daughter's favorite restaurant as I said before the food is OK. I wish they would marinate most of their meats don't have that much flavor to me unless you cook it very well. The LA ribs are the best item in my opinion on the menu but it's $44 and all you can eat and they only bring you like maybe a half a pound at a time it smells like meat there's not that much room and I believe they only have two TVs if anybody wanted to know I probably will not be coming back, but my daughter will be coming back. She loves this place. I think it's overpriced read more

My first Korean BBQ experience and I'd give it 5 stars! The service was excellent and the servers were attentive and they check on you alot. Ambiance is lively and busy. We got there and had to wait 40 minutes but that is my only complaint. Other than that the food was bomb and I definitely want to go back and try other stuff on the menu. read more

The food was ok but the service was questionable. My daughter and I came in and we were not greeted. Kids were supposed to be 50% off however they stated it would only apply if two adults were sitting which was not stated anywhere on the menu. They have a 90 min seating time and it seemed as if they were rushing us out of the restaurant mind you we only sat for less than an hour. Additionally, they are only supposed to add gratuity if there are parties of 3 or more, they added gratuity for my check and it was only my 9 yr child and I, whom they charged as an adult. They seemed to make the rules up as they went I will not be coming back. read more

Firstly, the food is DELICIOUS and the AYCE is well priced. The sides are numerous and amazing. They also offer a cinnamon slushy at the end, which is a great way to end your meal. If the food was the only thing a review of a restaurant was based on, they would earn five stars. However, the tables are small (for four people) and space is a problem. Also, the service to sit people (during dinner time) was, quite frankly, horrendous. In my experience, there were clearly tables open and a line of people, but no one was being sat. There is also no waiting place either inside or outside, so the waiting customers crowd by the door. read more

I love this place! They bring out a bunch of sides, the meat is flavorful, and my favorite part is the cinnamon slushie they bring out at the end. It's about $70 ish for two people but you get a lot of food and overall worth it. read more