Hosted a post conference dinner at Don Blanc back in August. The restaurant was such a joy to organize with. They were very accommodating, kept open lines of communication, and were kind throughout the whole process. I'm sure they operate the same way for regular customers, their customer service is top notch. The restaurant is huge. Plenty of seating everywhere, very well ventilated. The food was great. They have a variety of meat choices and every single choice felt of high quality. They also have cooked dishes you can order and I don't think you can go wrong with any of them. They all taste great. I'd definitely check out this gem of a restaurant if you get a chance :) I will be back whenever I'm in the area. read more

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I thought the presentation was beautiful and the sides were plenty. I couldn't get enough of the macaroni salad. I think I had like four bowls of it alone. The meat were cooked deliciously too. The staff cooked for us thank god cause if I had to do it would be burnt meat. read more

The restaurant is not the prettiest, but the quality is definitely there. The meats are well seasoned and tender. Service was very good. Definitely one of the better kbbq places in Berkeley-Oakland. read more

I can't believe I haven't told the world how awesome Don Blanc is yet. This place is amazing. Not your typical Korean BBq selection. Yeah they've got good beef and pork but they also have an amazing selection of intestines as well as some other really cool dishes. You definitely need to try their stir fried chicken gizzards. It's a super chill spot with really friendly service. Definitely recommend read more

I had a great time at Don Blanc, I've been meaning to go here after hearing how premium the meat is! We were immediately seated on a Sunday night, and it seemed relatively spacious. Every table has a grill, and the server cooks for us! We got the Beef Set A, and that was enough to feed four people with our Fried Chicken. The banchans filled us up, and the server was so sweet to constantly refill for us. As they cooked, they told us what banchan or sauce to eat each meat with, and the pairing was delicious. Though each meat was good, I feel it was not as melty or flavorful as other places. I also really like the Soy Garlic Fried Chicken. It was so tender and crispy, it satisfies all the checkboxes. Overall, I am so happy to had experienced Don Blanc and had a great time. read more

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Nice spot for kbbq in Oakland! We got the set menu and added on a couple of meats and apps. Highlights were the pork jowl and chadol (thin beef brisket). We also enjoyed the pork belly with the ssamjang and sides provided. Service is great and they help you grill the meats if you're not feeling confident doing so. The parking lot does get busy though so depending on time of day it's likely you'll have to find street parking. read more

Don Blanc - Korean Near Me - Oakland, California

Amazing food! Lots of banchan and they cook the meats for you. I'm not super knowledgeable about meats but my friends who enjoy barbecuing enjoyed the meats and complimented the quality of them. Yes, it's pricy but you get what you pay for! read more

Finally tried Don Blanc in Oakland since its one of the only restaurants left that closes late. When we arrived there's about 2 table that was filled. I'm not sure if our server was new but was not good. Burned our meet, I asked for some lettuce a hot tea and soda food came before the drinks and we had to re asked her for the drinks. I was really hoping that this place was gonna be good, but for the price range this Korean bbq was mediocre at best. The meats were good but they had very little side options. The meat was good quality, ofcourse better than your average all you can eat. Their stew was good and tasty. Honestly, I just got really irritated when we had to keep on asking for things we already had asked for. For the price range, customer service could be better. read more

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So so good! From the fresh and high quality cuts of meat to the excellent service, my friends and I had an excellent time. throughout our entire dine. We ordered three types of meat, a few sides, and a soup. The meal came with tons of banchan and some rice. I need to mention the cheese corn because it was mind blowingly good. I've had cheese corn before but never like this. Get this for sure. For meat we tried the Snowflake Premium Boneless Galbi, Marinated Boneless Angus Short Rib, and newly added Hickory Pork. The marinated boneless short rib was my favorite, but both were super delicious and beautifully marbled. Thanks to John, our top notch server and chef, all the meat was grilled to perfection. Also tried the korean fried chicken, soybean soup, and steamed egg. All were delicious! My party of three left super full and with tons of leftovers. It is a bit pricy to dine here but I think it's worth the splurge. Truly an amazing experience and we felt so welcome and happy throughout. Sad to see the place was so empty when we came on a Saturday lunch. Definitely gonna be back for a special occasion :) read more

Don Blanc - Hickory Pork - Korean Near Me - Oakland, California

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Nice facility that is not too busy. We wanted noodles and the staff was willing to make japchae for us for about $10. They have intestine which is special and more unique. I personally thought it was pretty expensive, maybe about $40-$50 per person for a fair amount of food. There are so many options which I appreciate in Oakland making korean food competitive. I would probably go for all you can ear in the future unless someone was looking for more specialized dishes like the intestine. read more

Don Blanc - Intestine - Korean Near Me - Oakland, California

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Wish I would have gotten a before picture! The food was delicious! We got the spicy rice cakes, bulgogi and the marinaded prime rib. All very tasteful and the service was perfect! read more

Don Blanc - Korean Near Me - Oakland, California

I usually go to AYCE places because it's more bang for my buck, but I think Don Blanc is worth the price due to the quality of the meat and the service provided. The place looks small on the outside but it's quite spacious. It wasn't super busy on the night I went but there was no parking in the small lot so I had parked somewhere down the street. The food was brought out in a timely manner and the food is cooked for you as well. I really enjoyed the pork jowl and I don't really order pork when I go out to eat at other KBBQ restaurants, but I'd definitely come back here to satisfy any cravings. read more

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The most expensive kbbq I've been at and there is no AYCE option. There are different meat selections and they sell by sets. The meat is fresh, not frozen like most AYCE kbbq spots. The presentation and the assistance in cooking gave a VIP feel. Banchan was plentiful and yummy. They have bean paste, but you'll have to ask for it and it's different from what I'm used to but still does the job. The pork butt was probably my favorite. It was thick and juicy, but not as fatty as pork belly. It also came with ghee placed on top of the grill so it was hot and when you dip the piece of pork butt... *chefs kiss*! I wish it was earlier in the meal because I was too full to eat more even though I wanted to. The ladies were patient and friendly. They answered any questions politely. They have a variety of soju and sake cocktails to choose from. The best part is that we didn't leave smelling like bbq! I'm not sure if their ventilation is that good or if it's because we didn't cook our own meat. All in all, it's a treat. Even though we got full with the set we chose, AYCE kbbq just hits differently. The quality of meat may be better here, but if you're all about quantity then this spot is probably not it. read more

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Party of 5 came for dinner on Saturday at 7pm with little wait time. We ordered the premium set, intestine set, and rose tteobokki. Food was so good! We liked that they cook for you so you can focus on conversations. The attentive service makes this place a winner of kbbq in my books. They check on you often and cook everything to perfection. Even though the place got busier, the great service never faltered. read more

Our family decided to come here for my sisters birthday and we got the supreme set B (4 people total). This includes brisket, snowflake boneless galbi, pork belly, and pork jowl. Flavors were bursting in my mouth as soon as I eat each meat. The best thing about this place is that they GRILL for you so you can sit and wait for the meat to come to you! Their sides are good and we asked for their homemade spicy sauce. High quality meat, great service, huge space, and very accommodating. :) this marks the top k bbq place near Oakland/Berk. read more

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High quality meat and service? Sign me up! Don Blanc is located in a small plaza with free parking, but there is also street parking available. There is plenty of tables but does get busy on the weekends so make a reservation if you can! You can choose sets or a la carte. It was my first time so I ordered a set and one a la carte, which was a lot for three people because of the sides. Supreme Set B: 5/5 - such delicious and high quality meats! Our favorite were all the pork, which makes sense because they specialize in pork and the boneless galbi was top tier. The meat is cooked for you and they pace themselves based on your eating pace which is great because you don't feel like you have to rush eat everything. read more

Don Blanc - Supreme Set B - Korean Near Me - Oakland, California

I only recommend you go there for BBQ, the meats quality is great. But other foods were so so or below average. Our waiter was friendly and attentive. The restaurant located in a small plaza with other restaurants. read more

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This review for Don Blanc is long overdue, but it's hands down the best non-AYCE Korean BBQ spot in Oakland. While it's definitely on the pricier side, you are absolutely paying for the quality of the meat, and it is well worth every penny. The selection of cuts is fantastic, and everything we've tried has been exceptionally fresh and flavorful. If you're feeling a bit adventurous, I highly recommend trying the beef intestines--they are prepared perfectly and are surprisingly delicious. Beyond the meat, the banchan spread is also excellent, with a variety of fresh and tasty side dishes that complement the meal perfectly. The staff is attentive and the atmosphere is great. Don Blanc is the place to go for a premium K-BBQ experience in Oakland. read more

What a great spot tucked away in Koryo Plaza! There is a little lot you can park in for free, but there is also street parking available all around the plaza. We came for dinner at 5PM for a party of 21 (reserved in advance) to celebrate my boyfriend's grandpa's 76th birthday. We ordered Supreme Set B and seafood pancake all around. It was so delicious! Banchan come out first with either a kimchi or soybean stew - we chose kimchi. It was flavorful and not too spicy! Then our server grilled our meats: pork belly, rib eye, boneless galbi and brisket. Our favorite meats were the juicy rib eye and succulent pork belly! read more

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We came in on a Sunday at about 4:45pm. At the time tell, there was only one other table seated, who seemed to be enjoying the food and vibes of the place. As a part of 4, we were seated right away at a corner table with more than enough space for all of us. We ordered one of the beef combos with kimchi stew, as well as a few pork options. All the meat was incredibly fresh, and well marinated. The assortment of bonchon, especially their pickle, was incredible as well. The food, the staff, and the vibes will definitely bring me back here. read more

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High quality meat and good korean bbq service. Came with my family for a meal and truly enjoyed everything we tried. The soup was also very tasty. Would say this spot is definitely worth a visit if you are in the area read more

Don Blanc - Korean Near Me - Oakland, California

Parking is a nightmare here so come early! We were welcomed and sat right away. We ordered the supreme combo and intestines! They cook everything for you! Barely any smoke which we appreciate because we had babies with us. The meat quality is so good. The intestines weren't that good.. I wouldn't get it again. The servers were great, friendly & high spirited. They played good music! I'd come back and try other things! Potstickers were good! read more

This is my favorite KBBQ spot without a doubt! I've had KBBQ all around the Bay and LA. This place has premium cuts of meat and the sides are so good. They also have the best service ever and assist with grilling. read more

Don Blanc - Korean Near Me - Oakland, California

Great quality and delicious food! Loved all the bon chon options and the meal also came with soup. We had the option of soybean or kimchi soup and went with the kimchi which was delicious and not too spicy. Service was very punctual because they actually cook the food for you here which was a nice treat and they were great about not letting it get too smokey. The only thing was at the end of the meal, it took us a while to flag down the server to ask for our check, though on the positive side they definitely don't rush you out! The restaurant is large and noisy like most KBBQ places but it was very clean and didn't feel crowded or overwhelming. read more

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I would give this place a 3.5/5 if I could, but Yelp only allows whole numbers. Overall, this place is alright but definitely overhyped. We went as a party of 4 and ordered the Beef Set A, which was enough food for us. It wasn't super busy that day so they cooked the meat for us which was nice. It didn't come with complimentary rice unlike most Korean restaurants I go to, so we ordered 3 bowls of rice. The meat set has three cuts of meat: brisket, LA Galbi, and boneless galbi. The brisket was very disappointing. It was super dry and rough, definitely subpar quality. Most AYCE KBBQ brisket is better than this. The LA Galbi on the other hand was soooo good. Very sweet and nicely marinated and tender. The boneless Galbi was alright but a bit dry. The set comes with a lot of side dishes and a complimentary soup and we picked the kimchi soup. The kimchi soup was really disappointing. Lacked flavor, dry meat, huge pieces of kimchi that could've been cut for easier consumption. The side dishes were all super good and I especially liked the fish cake and kimchi. Overall not bad but it's overpriced and I'd really only go back for the LA Galbi and side dishes. The servers were all really nice so that's a plus. read more

Don Blanc - Beef Set A- $125 - Korean Near Me - Oakland, California

Hands down one of the best KBBQ experiences I've had. I ordered Beef Set B with Beef Brisket, Ribeye, and Marinated Angus Beef, and it was a 10/10 across the board. The meat quality was outstanding, fresh, and incredibly flavorful. Every cut cooked beautifully and tasted amazing. Service was just as impressive. He was attentive, friendly, and made sure everything was cooked properly without being intrusive. You can really tell when a server knows what they're doing and genuinely cares about the dining experience. Highly recommended if you're looking for high-quality meat and top-tier service. I'll definitely be coming back! read more

Had the prom set and was pleasantly surprised by how affordable and tasty everything was. Want to eat their beef set next time. Felt like one of those authentic kbbq spots you'd find in Korea. read more

We came here after a night out singing along to our boys. Wanting some gopchang and kbbq, we went looking for a place that was still open around the area and we found this gem. This place is bright and huge with lots of seating. Their menu offers both ala carte or Combo to feed your whole hungry table and their cravings. We ordered Supreme Combo w/ Stew Set B: brisket, snowflake, Boneless galbi, and pork belly. -they cooked it table sude so this was a plus for us because all we did was just grab cooked meat and enjoyed it. We didn't have to bother cooking it ourselves so there was no token bbq person that cooked for the whole table. Soybean soup was the soup we chose that night and it was savory and burned your tongue good. The meats were grilled perfectly that it just melted right in. I can tell it was fresh and good quality meats. Don Blanc Medium Combo (3 choice of Intestines) veal, Large intestines and abomasum. They have a separate set up for this on the side. These were pre-cooked and finished grilling table side. These intestines were cleaned well and that's how I love eating my intestines. There were no gritty or bitter aftertaste. They were chewy (in a good way) and paired well with the sauces they offer. Spicy Buckwheat Cold Noodle Chewy, delightful and bouncy cold noodles. It was a great addition to all the oily grilled food that we had and cleansed our palate. It has the right mix of sweet and spiciness in it. Peach Soju to top off the great good we had. This place is a must if you're in the area craving for a good kbbq. They have friendly people working here and were very attentive making sure you're enjoying your meal. Price point is on a pricey side but you get good quality meats and with the service they provide you, it's so worth it. read more

Overrated. High price, mediocre food. Bad service unless the owner serves you personally . Not a safe neighborhood. Never going back ever again. read more

We got suckered by an IG reel claiming this is the best kbbq in the Bay Area. It was decent but definitely not the best. My rating is more of a 3.5 stars. There's a small parking lot with limited spots. We made reservations for lunch on a Sunday shortly after they opened. We could've just walked in since there was only one other group there when we arrived with plenty of open tables, and it wasn't that busy. With that said, for it not being that busy, the service was slow and not very attentive. We had to catch the attention of one of the staff when we needed to order more drinks. One of the meat was also dropped by the server while she was cooking for us. Oh yeah, this is the type of kbbq where they cook for you. Now, onto the food. We ordered beef set A to share among 3 people with smaller appetites. If you're super hungry, this is enough for two people. Meat itself was good, nothing memorable, though. I love Korean steamed egg and this was actually my favorite item to eat. Overall, I wouldn't have to come back. There are plenty of other Korean kbbq spots that are way better than this restaurant for mediocre service. Only check out this place if you don't have to wait to be seated. read more

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Unlike AYCE Korean BBQ, this place is all about quality meat and food that's Ala Cart. Def the spot to go to for great food and a fun time without having to feel like you're trying get your moneys worth because you will be with this meat quality! read more

Don Blanc - The spread - Korean Near Me - Oakland, California

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This is my new favorite KBBQ place in the bay! I was loyal to Ohgane for years, but the quality of meat and the service at Don Blanc are superior. We went at opening at 12pm for lunch on a Sunday and were greeted and seated right away. We ordered two meats, the Marinated boneless angus short rib (5/5, highly recommend) and the pork belly (4.5/5). This was enough for 2 people, as we also got a side of rice, egg souffle, the free banchan (side dishes), and complimentary kimchi tofu soup! It was plenty of food and we were very satisfied without being overly full. But the best part is that the staff cooks for you- without us even asking, they helped cook the meats and vegetables in front of us. Lots of seating, good for groups. There's a small parking lot but also plenty of street parking. The one downside is that it is pricier than some other KBBQ in the area, but the meat quality and service make up for it. Looking forward to coming back to try more meats! read more

Don Blanc - Korean Near Me - Oakland, California

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This place is solid. The four stars goes towards the quality of meat, the service, and the overall meal. Since there was only two of us, we ordered the Wagyu Brisket and the LA Galbi along with the cold noodles and a side of rice. To be honest, that was enough for 3 people because we didn't even finish the brisket and we were too full. The LA Galbi was really well-marinated and super tasty! We had high hopes for the brisket but the cuts were too thick and ended up having a hard/chewy texture that was not fun to eat. The cold noodles were very refreshing but the noodles were really chewy. The service was quick and attentive! The tables and grills are clean and the place can fill up during dinner rush. Overall, I would probably come back here to try other meats. I wouldn't get the brisket again because it should have been much more tender for its price point. read more

Don Blanc - Cold noodles - Korean Near Me - Oakland, California

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Gopchang was overpriced for small portion but tasted great. Not many options for Gopchang on bay read more

Don Blanc - Gopchang - Korean Near Me - Oakland, California

Had a lot of fun at this restaurant. Really enjoyed the fact that the staff grills the meat for you. It wasn't a ton of food but ended up being just the right amount without feeling sick. But I wouldn't say super high value for cost. The cocktails were not great so stick to the Korean beers. All of the meats were cooked well and the seafood pancake was excellent. read more

My husband requested K bbq for his birthday dinner, so we decided to try someplace we'd never been before: Don Blanc. As soon as we got there, everyone made us feel welcome and strived to make my husband's birthday meal extra special. We had the kimchi stew, an abundance of banchan, the Duroc pork belly, and the marinated boneless Angus short ribs. Oh, and the egg soufflé! That was the surprise hit of the night! I think it's called "steamed egg" on the menu. There was sooooo much food and everything was so delicious. We will definitely be back with more people so we can try more dishes next time! read more

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Heard of Don Blanc through an Instagram reel and it looked so good, that I needed to try it! Came in around 4pm on a Saturday and it was almost empty. We made a reservation for 2 a week before, but since it was empty, we didn't really need it. It's located in a Korean plaza with a bunch of Korean restaurants. There is a parking lot, but it's limited. You can find street parking around the plaza if you can't get a space in the lot. Service was wonderful! They answered all of our questions and were able to cook our meats for us since it's not busy. They said they only cook the meats for people if isn't busy, so don't expect them to cook the meats for you during their busy times! We got the Deluxe Set and added on wagyu brisket, large intestine and spicy cold noodle. For two people, it's ALOT of food. Even if we didn't do add-ons, it would've been more than enough. The reason why we're rating this place 4 stars because this place is better for groups of 3 or more. If you come here with only 2 people, the portions are crazy! Some might see this as a good thing but they should get their portions right for 2. We had a lot to take home. Even the server said this place is best if you come in groups. If you're curious about their intestines, absolutely try it. I was iffy about trying it but it turned out to be sweet, chewy and pretty good! Overall, it reminded me of LA KBBQ spots. Which is a good thing. Really tasty meats and friendly service. It's a bit on the pricey side, but for what you get, it's not bad! I would come back again with more people. read more

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The thing I miss most about LA is Korean bbq. So I was quite happy to find that there is a small cluster of Korean restaurants in this area. While parking was a pain to find, the restaurant wasn't that busy on a Friday night as we easily got a table. The waitress was a bit impatient with us to order before our last party member arrived but they were good with cooking the meats and making sure everything tasted good. Don Blanc's interior is very spacious and clean. Fairly well ventilated. We opted for the pork combo and then added the monster rib. I loved all of the meats but the monster rib definitely stood out. Delicious marbling and very tender. We did need some lettuce wraps and some rice to balance things out or it felt too heavy. Worth coming back! read more

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Great portion sizes for the price, I went with my wife and parents, party of 4 and couldn't finish set B. If you and your party have small stomachs (I don't, but my parents and wife do) , this will be plenty of food for you. Steak tartare was good, but a little stingy with the pear. Would've liked more pear to cut the richness and saltiness. Beef set B had a lot of brisket, 2 thick slabs of kalbi, and some marinated boneless short ribs. Meat was really tender but the marinade was too sweet for my taste. Likewise with the monster bEef rib, extremely tender and I liked that they pre-seared it, so we would finish it off on the grill. However, also really sweet. Kimchi stew was 5/5 plenty of kimchi, sour, salty, umami. Banchan was great too and they weren't stingy with the kimchi portions. Can get busy so I would either make a reservation or go early. read more

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I've seen Don Blanc on several Insta and TicToc pages and typical patrons order their bbq table side. We ended up ordering some snack type foods not overly wanting to eat too much meat after a little night of kpop concerting. We ordered steamed egg, garlic fries, cheese corn, seafood Tteok-bokki, fish cake soup, kimchi fried rice, bulgogi, and a bunch of Banchan. It was ok. Skip the soggy fries and tteokbokk needed more sauce; get the bulgogi and steamed egg fosho! Some dishes come out later than expected and owners were apologetic and comped us. We were grateful for hyeongs kindly service and consideration. This is really a late spot for bbq and drinks. It's cold in here so bring a jacket w/ a hood *burr*, great kpop vibes and a fun place if your throwing back some soju. Kamsamnida hyeongs! read more

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