the food was great, there was quick service and everyone was super friendly would recommendread more

Look, I've tried a lot of BBQ in this city, and this place finally got it right. The brisket is…read moreridiculous, super tender, smoky, that perfect fatty edge. I legit didn't want to share. Everything else on the BBQ menu is solid too, but the brisket is why you come here. No fluff, just really good meat. If you want dry, overpriced BBQ, go somewhere else. If you want the real thing, this is it. Definitely going back.

The service was great food came out quick taste delicious manager Joseph came around greeting…read moreeveryone and made sure we were all taken care of first time going to another bbq place besides the basic restaurant that franchise this is more home cook I feel like and more authentic bbq and they have spicy bbq if fire!!!!

I grew up in Hollywood, but I had no idea that some of the best barbecue has been happening a few…read moreblocks down in Fairfax for the last 15 years. Luckily, my younger brother turned me on to Bludso's recently and we just finished a family lunch there. Since they only serve their sandwiches on weekdays, we opted for Fried Okra, "2 Meats 2 Sides"(chicken and brisket), two sandwich buns. At the suggestion of our server, Beto, we added an extra quarter pound of sliced brisket. Beto really knows what he's doing... and because of him it was a perfectly satisfying amount of food for the three of us. He definitely went above and beyond. We're looking forward to heading there on one of the next weekdays our teenager has off to try their sandwiches.

My wife and I were just walking through LA Live and received word from a hostess that it was buy…read moreone get one happy hour. So of course we jumped on it. I ordered the Blood In, Blood Out and my wife ordered the Hispanic! At the Disco. Both drinks were amazing. We also ordered an appetizer of their Smoked Hatch Chili Queso which was delicious in every conceivable way. Additionally, the hostess we first talked to and our waiter were both outstanding. A++ service here. We're definitely going to come back next time we're in the area.

STAY AWAY FROM THIS PLACE!…read more When the employee lured us in, she said to go to the counter inside and wait for someone to seat us. There were several employees that saw us just standing there, but we still waited there for 5 mins before someone told the girl from outside to take us to our table. We were finally seated. Then guy who told the girl to seat us was just standing around d chit chatting with another employees for about 15 minutes before he even came to our table. He never even introduce himself. He just took our order. Another 20 mins came by before our food was served. OUR FOOD WAS ROOM TEMPERATURE. Short Rib was ok. The macaroni was stale and OLD! It was dry and not fresh! We asked for extra BBQ sauce and that didn't arrive for another 15 mins. We had to wave down another employee to try to get the sauce to us. I wouldn't recommend this place! Horrible service. Didn't even come around to see if we needed anything or if everything was good or not. We came here around 1:30pm on 3/16. The restroom was also out of paper towels and soap from the soda dispenser. Poor quality food! Glad I tried it, so I know to not come back again!

Love the place, good food and great service from Ben K. I would definitely come here again!read more

Food was so great!! And Tommy was very attentive. (-: vibe is very laid back ams casual. (-: def…read morewill be coming back.

Wednesday worker plate Pork ribs…read moreBrisket Cornbread To preface this review, I ordered takeout and ate the food roughly 1 hour after and was slightly cold. The Wednesday worker plate had an assortment of meats and a chunk of cornbread, which I thought was a good way to try some of their various offerings. The barbecue chicken consisted of a leg and a wing piece, which i thought was overall fine. The shredded pork was well seasoned and moist, and the hot link pieces were very flavorful. The beef adobo was my favorite as it had a very deep and rich coconut flavor that complimented the meat. The pork ribs were very tender and juicy and had a good meaty pork flavor. The brisket was also good too. Both these meats reheated well later in the day and was still tasty! The cornbread was also exceptional and eating it, I felt it was more like a dessert but also worked well between bites. The cornbread was moist more cakey, and had a very deep sweet coconut flavor. This is the standout. Overall delicious and recommend!

Honestlyyyyy I've had this place on my bookmarks for quite some time and it didn't live up to my…read moreexpectations, especially considering all the recent raving reviews. We ordered four of the most ordered and highly revered items: tri tip, coconut beef adobo, smoked gouda mac, and the cornbread bibingka. * Tri tip: Ours was cold and not tender.. wasn't very flavorful either. Kinda tasted like the forgotten order that's been left drying on the counter for some time. The price is decent for an entree of tri tip though. Comes with a horseradish sauce + vinegar and bbq sauce on the side, but I didn't think any of these accompaniments were strong on their own. Made the tri tip better but not by much. * Coconut beef adobo: One of the better items. Beef chunks were melt in your mouth and the sauce was a good middle between savory and vinegary - balanced out by sweetness from the coconut. * Smoked gouda mac: Would not order again. The big shell macaroni noodles were soggy; the cheese sauce was mild in flavor, clumpy and not satisfying melty; lastly, the panko crust was just there and didn't add anything imo. * Cornbread bibingka: The other better dish of the night - very moist, muffin like crumb, and not too sweet or heavy. Portion is on the smaller side though. My bf who normally isn't a fan of cornbread enjoyed this!

Happy 24 year old bartender Jess, serves out the best smile on the coldest 16oz blonde brew. She…read moreknows her menu well and paired it with a tantalizing brisket taco... she knows I like red onions... she got me a small cup. She's very attentive to all her customers... it's no wonder so many in the crowd are her regulars I look forward to Fri/Sat evenings for my blonde brew and her smile"

Mediocre. Nothing to brag about. Service was just okay…read more Place your order and sit down. Gentleman at the bar counter wasn't super friendly. Literally just took the order. Food was just okay. Nothing to write home about. Seating is outdoors. Some fly fans would help make it more comfortable.

We didn't just show up hungry, we showed up like a squad of starving warriors returning from…read morebattle, ready to grill anything that wasn't nailed down. And Gyu‑Kaku? They met that energy like absolute champs. Let's be honest: the staff probably clocked our "we tip well" aura from the parking lot. We walked in radiating good vibes, and they hit us right back with top‑tier service, fast, friendly, and so attentive it felt like we had our own personal pit crew. Drinks refilled instantly, plates cleared with ninja precision, and grills swapped out like a Formula 1 tire change. Awesome Great service! Special thanks to the staff and the chef, "wow" that must be me ? Ha ha ha. Clean, modern, inviting, the kind of place where you immediately think, "Yeah... I'm about to eat way too much and I'm okay with that." The lighting hits that perfect "I look good while eating beef" glow, and the vibe is chill without being sleepy. Such an Inviting ambiance! Let's talk about our line up, the Feast (aka: The Table That Feared Us) We didn't order food, we ordered a full spread that could feed a small village. * Toro Beef , melts faster than your willpower. * Angus Beef Rib, juicy, rich, and absolutely disrespectful in flavor. * Kalbi Chuck Rib, sweet, savory, and the reason we started questioning what made us so hungry. * Yaki Shabu Beef, thin, delicate, cooks in seconds, disappears in even fewer. The Sides (aka: The Supporting Cast That Stole the Show) * Kimchi & Spicy Cucumbers, the perfect "wake up" slap between bites. * Half Gyu‑Kaku Salad, refreshing enough to make us feel healthy for 3 seconds. Ha ha ha. * Fried Cheese Wontons, crispy little pockets of happiness. * Karaage, fried chicken so good it should be illegal. * Fried Chrispy Bacon Bits, so crunchy, salty, addictive. * Tokyo Iced Tea, the drink that whispers "you're gonna sleep GREAT tonight." We came in hungry, the kind of hungry where you start imagining the grill talking back to you. The staff saw us, felt our energy, and probably said, "Oh yeah... these folks are tipping like their lives depend on it." And honestly? They weren't wrong. Every dish slapped. Every bite hit. Every moment felt like a celebration of beef, friendship, and questionable self‑control. We didn't just eat, we conducted a full‑scale culinary demolition mission. Gyu‑Kaku -DTLA delivered great service, clean ambiance, and food that made us feel so good and welcomed. We came in with good strong positive energy, and they matched it, maybe because they're awesome... or maybe because we tipped like we were sponsoring the restaurant. Either way, let's just say we had a pleasant 10/10 experience. "Special thanks to chef ....Miguelito!" "Enjoying life one bite at a time!" Miguel C.

I haven't tried their dinner AYCE at any Gyu-Kaku, but their lunch combo is easily one of the best…read moredeals in Downtown LA. For the price, it's hard to find anything more satisfying. I usually go with the Angus beef rib (soy tare) and toro beef (soy tare), and the combo comes with rice, salad, and miso soup. At $15.95 (before tax), it's a great value for two meat options. Another thing I like -- though it might not be for everyone -- is that you get to cook your own meat. I prefer my meat done a certain way, so it's nice having that control, and everyone can cook it to their own preference. One downside is that service can be slow during lunch hours, as they often seem understaffed.

I've been going to Woody's since 1977. Every\nTime I come to i stop at Woody every time I come to…read moreLos Angeles.I live in another city

Woody's BBQ on Slauson is my go-to for last-minute parties! I'll order a platter or order…read moreeverything à la carte since my family doesn't eat pork. Our favorites are the chicken sausage, beef ribs, sliced beef, and corn on the cob. I always get the medium-hot sauce on the side--the food is good! I'm giving them four stars because they only accept cash and don't take phone orders. During the holidays, you have to wait outside in a very long line, and I'm not a fan of that process. One more thing: Be careful when parking in front because cars fly down Slauson! If you stop by, tell them Christine the Realtor sent you!

Came to moocraft around 5pm Found parking at a nearby…read moreparking lot Very popular joint everything was pretty much sold out Got the chopped brisket pulled pork sandwich Small Mac and cheese Very big intimidating sandwiches that take you flavor town! Loved how succulent the pork was Brisket was super flavorful! Will be back for the whole menu Will come earlier

Hidden hole in the wall BBQ joint that was as good as advertised. Brisket was juicy, side were all…read morereally good. I'll definitely be back to try more of their menu. Parking in back and also street parking, don't be turned off by the surrounding area, this place is a must try.