We literally just walked out of the restaurant and had to leave a review. For an AYCE KBBQ dinner, this place was really good. Our waiter, Ixhua, was so kind, attentive, and made the whole experience even better. The beef selection was extensive and everything we tried was delicious. The beef tongue was especially amazing...we ordered it three times. My son loves KBBQ and said it definitely met his expectations, which says a lot. We'll definitely be coming back. read more

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OMG my new favorite Wagyu Korean BBQ!!! I love the meat it's soooo good. I can't wait to go back!

Way better than the restaurant that was here previously. Everything tasted great and fresh. Service was okay. Everyone was very attentive, but no one really explained how anything worked so we sorta just figured it out on our own. Scan the QR code, we guessed the password, and order from your phone. Didn't even know there was an instant ramen bar until I saw it on social media a couple of days later. Only mildly annoying part was the limit on what you can order especially for the nigiri since it was just 3 pieces per round with a couple of minutes between each round. Favorites were the galbi, beef belly, eel nigiri, and the yuzu yellowtail nigiri. Was a bit pricey, but as long as the quality doesn't go downhill then I would come back read more

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I'm definitely not a KBBQ expert but I know when something tastes good, and this place delivered. The location is what lured me in as it's right in my backyard. The wait wasn't hours long which is rare because if you've ever tried to get KBBQ in Irvine you know it can be a competitive sport, and that is usually what deters me from even going, but the staff were attentive and had things in check. The meats were fresh and marinated, but the sushi was what stole the show for me. The salmon and albacore melted in my mouth. Talk about best of both worlds. Ambiance was nice, not overwhelming like most of the other kbbq I have tried, made it great for a casual night with my friends. Definitely took me by surprise and made me into a bit of a kbbq connoisseur. read more

Goginori - Wagyu ribeye, short rib, brisket and pork belly - Korean Near Me - Irvine, California

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I visited Gogi Nori today, a fairly new sushi and BBQ restaurant, today around 12:30 PM on Thursday for lunch. They offer three different options, including Premium and Lunch. I chose the Lunch option. The sushi was okay, but each order was limited to about five pieces at a time. In my opinion, it was decent, but compared with a true dedicated sushi restaurant, the quality was a bit lower. As for the Korean BBQ meats, they were average as well. When I was there, the restaurant was not very crowded, with only around eight tables occupied. The interior itself was fine, mainly because the restaurant seems to have taken over the space from a sushi restaurant that had recently closed. However, I would rate the overall dining environment lower because I kept seeing employees walking in and out of the front entrance to smoke. Since many customers could clearly see that from inside, it did not feel very pleasant or polished. After tax and an 18% tip, the total came to about $44 for lunch. For that price, I think the value is only average. Overall, I would give it 3 stars. read more

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By accident we tried this place in their grand opening. When you walk in you are met with a fun looking lobby with a few game machines and a mirrored chair shaped like a hand, however when you walk past and through the restaurant it has a totally different vibe which is very traditional with a big sushi bar. Not sure the contrast works very well. It was very crowded and the place bustling. We had reservations and were sat almost right away. The system of ordering is via QR code, but the first waiter said we can order through him or the code. We had multiple waiters come by our table to check on us and we were not sure who our waiter was. At one point we had two waiters ask us the same set of questions within a minute of one another. In fact they nearly collided when one was walking away and one was approaching. At one point one of the waiters approached and asked if we needed anything and we asked for another round and were told to do it using the QR code. Not sure what the point of asking us if we needed anything if we were going to be told to do it ourselves. It is an All You Can Eat place. There were no options for regular menu ordering. We were unaware of this when we made our reservation. I typically don't like the AYCE because I always over eat and feel bad after. Nevertheless, we were there so we went for it. The food came out quickly once we ordered except for the sushi. Which frankly was not very good and was very slow. We were told they were backed up in sushi. The KBBQ was ok, not bad, just ok. Same with the Bon Chon, just ok. This place has some work to do. If this was an established place I probably wouldn't go back as there are so many similar better options around, but given they are new I might give it another try to see if they worked out the issues. read more

I asked above if singles can dine there you said yes, I came for lunch and the guy said a single has to buy Supreme for$75, you didn't tell me that? I hope everyone reads this. Bad Business. And the guy didn't even care after I told him I asked in advance. read more

Went for the grand opening on Saturday and it was a bittersweet experience. As a former server sometimes I know I can be a harsh critic so do with that what you will - I felt that for all the promotions via social media the execution the day of fell a little flat and as a result left people a bit disappointed with their experience. I feel people should know that on the weekends they ONLY offer two options: 1 at $58 per person and the other at $75 per person. Not sure if it's Friday - Sunday or just Saturday and Sunday but I feel people should be made aware. Felt like a bit of a bait and switch to come in and find out those are the only two options - a little steep in general but especially for the quality of the meat - I mirror the sentiment of other reviewers who've mentioned the meat quality and thinness (it really stuck to / melted into the grill). Sushi was good and the yellow tail crispy rice was good but other varieties of the crispy rice that came out were ice cold making it not taste very good. I feel they could've used one or two more servers as well. Our server would tell us about courses / options or other things and then immediately walk away to attend to something else before we could order or ask any clarifying questions. With one or two more servers it would've been a more seamless experience. Thankfully the other party I was dinning with had no issue speaking up and asking for promos /games that were advertised as a part of the grand opening celebration. Otherwise I don't think we wouldn't have received any of it. I think they should still offer the lunch special option on the weekends so that you're not paying $60-$75 for a lunch (before tip & tax). Don't know that I'll be back - too much prompting / follow up required by the customer to get what's promised. When it's one thing fine but when it's a handful things throughout your meal and then again at the end with the bill - it's frustrating to have to continually speak up to get something corrected. Love the concept and the availability of parking. Hopefully with a few tweaks this can become a great experience/ option for people who want Korean BBQ. read more

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Amazing quality meets and sushi !! onder and Johnson amazing waiters, very friendly, and explained everything honestly amazing frist experience! read more

Goginori - Meets sushi - Korean Near Me - Irvine, California

We tried it twice. Realizing change in ownership and hoping for it to be good. Food was good, one of the mangers was waiting and rounding with guests he was nice. But overall there's a lot of bbq places that can be comparable for far less. For the money it's just not a regular thing to do. And honestly the bbq with the sushi is kind of a lot. Both were good- it's just really filling. Good for someone who wants a feast and willing to splurge. read more

Visited for my birthday a few days ago and I loved it. The service was fast and staff were friendly. We ordered from the premium menu. I was surprised by the quality and size of the sushi. I ordered the unagi (eel) and it was buttery and soft. The hand rolls were good and served with a very crispy seaweed. Some of the Korean bbq meats were amazing and others I would pass on next time. Def order the beef belly and pork cheek. It was great vibes overall. read more

Oh my god!! This place awesome. You can eat all of Korean bbq and sushi And lots of variety other food too For sure so fresh and so tasty. You guys need to try. My new favorite place in Irvine. read more

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Celebrated my birthday here and had a great experience! No wait for a table, and the restaurant was clean with a nice waiting area (loved the silver chair photo spot). Service was friendly, and the cookie game was a fun touch (even though we lost). The sushi was fresh with lots of options, and the Korean BBQ was delicious--the meat was super tender and flavorful. A bit pricey at $57.99 per person, but the quality made it worth it. Fun spot for a special occasion! read more

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Doesn't get any better than AYCE Sushi and KBBQ. Quality came with every dish that was brought out to us and was impressed every time! Go for the Supreme Menu, it's 100% worth it!! Will definitely be coming back and already looking forward to the next time around. read more

We actually found this place by accident while looking for sushi, and it ended up being one of the best dining experiences we've had in a long time. This is an AYCE Korean BBQ and sushi restaurant, and the quality of everything was excellent. The Wagyu beef was amazing, and the sushi and sashimi were very fresh and high quality. You can really tell they care about the ingredients and presentation. Even though it was their soft opening, the service was fantastic. Everyone was very friendly and attentive, and Onder even showed us how to use their new cappuccino and hot cocoa machine, which was such a nice and unexpected touch. The whole experience was fun, the food was delicious, and we will definitely be back and bringing friends. This place is going to be very popular once people discover it. Highly recommend! read more

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I visited during their soft opening to try the lunch special, and it seriously exceeded expectations. They offer three tiers--Lunch Special ($34.99), Premium ($57.99), and Supreme ($74.99)--and even at the base level, the quality was impressive. While the lunch menu has a more limited meat selection, everything I had was fresh, tender, and full of flavor. The real standout, though, was the sushi. Absolutely phenomenal. You can tell their sushi chef is highly skilled...every piece was beautifully prepared, incredibly fresh, and thoughtfully balanced. The squid was next-level fresh (honestly, chef's kiss), and the rice was perfectly seasoned with just the right amount in each bite. It's rare to find sushi this well-executed. This is truly an Asian-approved gem. There are a few minor kinks to work out, which is expected during a soft opening. Each round of orders took about 15 minutes even during a quieter lunch hour, and there were a couple of mix-ups with dishes being delivered to the wrong table. The floor was also slightly sticky in spots. That said, the food quality alone makes this place absolutely worth it. I'll definitely be coming back--and I can only imagine it'll get even better with time. read more

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Service was amazing. Very quick and efficient. Walked us through the menu and what it each option included. It was refreshing to switch between sushi and bbq style meats. The sushi was fresh and well paired with the sauces. They include ramen as option as well but we filled up quickly in a few rounds. You can order up to 5 items per round and within a minute or two, those items are at the table. Very cool concept! Will definitely be back with friends for the welcoming space and fresh food with great service. read more

Can have" Korean BBQ and Sushi together? And all you can eat????-- what a great idea! We went there for lunch ($34.99 per person) because I was curious about trying both Korean BBQ and sushi in one place. The restaurant was in its soft opening stage, so it wasn't too busy. Our server, Ixhwa, did a great job promoting the restaurant and asked for our honest feedback when we paid the bill. We really enjoyed the Hangjeong Pork Jowl and Cajun Shrimp (the smaller-than-expected) -- both were tasty! That said, here's our honest opinion: 1. For lunch, the Korean BBQ meat selection felt a bit limited compared to other places. The Wagyu Brisket was inconsistent -- sometimes cut thick, sometimes thin, and the fat marbling varied a lot. 2. The sushi was sliced too thin, and even with the brown sauce on top, the fish itself was a bit dry. 3. Ordering food only through a QR code might not be convenient for everyone, especially older guests who aren't familiar with using smartphones at the table. 4. According to the menu I found online, Shrimp & Vegetable Tempura was listed as a lunch appetizer; however, when I actually visited, I was told that tempura is not available during lunch hours. Usually, people try a place for lunch and, if it's good, come back for dinner. For that reason, I wouldn't come back for dinner (Supreme- $74.99/person, Premium $57.99/person) unless they really serve foods stalely (like food photos on their online menu- look sooooo great!) for the quality of foods in the future. I really like the concept of having Korean BBQ and sushi together, but if the quality turns out lower than restaurants that focus only on ONE -- either all you can eat; BBQ, sushi, or Shabu Shabu -- then it's hard to see a real advantage in combining the two. Ramen station was cool but I am not sure if that was also included for the lunch as well. Still, since it's just the soft opening, I hope the restaurant finds its footing and becomes successful soon! read more

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Was really excited to have a Korean bbq night with my husband as it was our first date night in awhile without our young kids. Service was fine and they were attentive, but the food quality was okay. The website also glitched and our first order did not go through. The sushi didn't taste fresh and the meat quality wasn't extraordinary. We didn't felt like it was worth the cost, so probably won't be back. read more

Gigi Nori is a 10 out of 10 and easily my new favorite Korean BBQ spot. Our favorite has always been brisket and beef belly but this time we tried a variety of new meats we've never had before and every single one was incredible. The quality is on another level, super tender, clean, and flavorful, and cooking it fresh on the grill just makes it better. My favorite move is wrapping the meat in rice paper and dunking it in their brisket sauce which is honestly perfect, and they keep the rice and rice paper coming nonstop. The sushi really stood out and took the whole experience up another level, super fresh. The kimchi rice was great, and the edamame was my favorite. The whole table was stacked with food including sushi, soups, and drinks, and the built in grill made everything feel smooth and premium. This place delivers on everything and I'm definitely coming back. read more

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Goginori is the final boss of AYCE restaurants. You want premium, high quality cuts of meat? They got it. Good variety of fresh sushi? They got it. Craving some top ramen? You can't go wrong with it or anything else on the menu. Highly recommend the spicy fried chicken as an appetizer. We had the pleasure of meeting the owner, who helped us out with not only some great recs, but with showing us how the bbq should be done. Will definitely be coming back! read more

New future HOT spot! So many choices!!! My group arrived during their soft opening, was told their grand opening was next week, Sat 3/28. Well, I guess we couldn't wait! The ambiance is fun, casual, plays loud music and great for large parties, families and dates. It was my bf's brother's birthday at the time, and we ordered off the Premium tier. The Supreme tier will get you higher graded meat, lobster tails & they offer Omakase style of sushi. We actually had a really good meal off the premium menu, we had brisket, beef tongue, carpaccio sushi, steak, soju, etc. The menu had SO many choices, we couldn't go through all of them. Service was extremely attentive, friendly, quick and do it with a smile, ask for Onder, he's super helpful. We will be back read more

Goginori - Korean Near Me - Irvine, California

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Great service! Amazing food! Sushi was fresh and the marinated rib finger was delicious. Highly recommend!

Loved my experience at Goginori! The meat was amazing as well as the sushi and drinks. The staff was super attentive & friendly. An amazing place to go to with friends or family. read more

Goginori - Korean Near Me - Irvine, California

My wife and our friends had a great experience at Gogi Nori tonight. The sushi was high quality and delicious. Premium meats were fantastic, service was great. We will definitely be coming back! Great place to come with friends or a date. read more

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Great Service and food. Our son has a severe dairy allergy and they accommodated us perfectly. The food was amazing. The yellowtail sushi.. The prime finger and ribeye were top notch. Wr will be Regulars. read more

Goginori - Great food - Korean Near Me - Irvine, California

What a crazy switch up, from being a AYCE Japanese Bbq and Sushi to now a AYCE Korean bbq and Sushi under the new ownership. Definitely a big upgrade!!!! I got the premium menu, which offered so many options from Wagyu ribeye to yellowtail hand rolls. I highly recommend trying their beef tongue and getting a yellowtail nigiri, that's what I was macking on the whole time there. Another cool thing Gogi has is an instant ramen bar, having multiple options from Shin to Buldak, so instead of rice paper or rice you can eat your meat with nice bowl of ramyun. The service here was impressive and very attentive, from the host to the servers the whole time I felt like I was taken care of. Coming by to check in and show me how to use the instant ramen bar . Overall they'll make you feel like you're taken care of. Finally, the ambiance, I will say it does feel like the old Japanese BBQ that this place used to be except with added decor. But, you do start to forget as you continue to explore and look around the place. I do like the added claw machines in the front with the different plushies you can win, so it's perfect for kids when waiting for a table! read more

Goginori - Steamed egg, beef tongue, pork belly (thick cut) - Korean Near Me - Irvine, California

I had a great first experience at Gogi Nori. The combination of BBQ and sushi is possibly one of the best dining concepts, and this place executes it very well. There were so many sushi options to choose from, which made the experience even more enjoyable--I was able to try a wide variety since I came with friends who are big sushi and BBQ lovers. The BBQ was also excellent, with great flavor and quality. The ambience was lively and welcoming, creating a fun atmosphere that made the whole dining experience even better. It's a great place to go with friends and enjoy both good food and a good vibe. What truly stood out was the customer service. Onder took great care of our table and made sure we were well taken care of throughout the entire visit. Overall, it was a fantastic first impression--great food, plenty of variety, a great ambience, and exceptional service. I will definitely be returning. read more

Goginori - Korean Near Me - Irvine, California

There are so many KBBQ spots in OC that finding ones that are amazing in every aspect is rare. BUT GOGI is doing it right! Clean restaurant. GREAT PLAYLIST. Delicious meat selection & sushi!!! The staff were some of the most nice and attentive I've ever experienced at a KBBQ spot. Onder & Johnson, as well as the rest of the guys, stopped by our tables frequently, conversed with us. Made amazing recommendations that my boyfriend and I both loved. I wanted to keep this spot lowkey and not make a review but these guys & this KBBQ deserve the recognition. Shoutout to this place for getting it right. You gained 2 life long customers. 10/10. read more

We came here for a birthday celebration. We got the premium buffet because we wanted lobster tails, scallops, etc. It was worth it. You get limited amounts of certain premium items like those but it was so good. We enjoyed the meats here and everything tasted delicious. read more

Good food, but what made it better was the service. Zeus was amazing and super personable. Undor (forgot his name but I think he's Turkish) was great and super attentive as well. Great vibes and I'm really rooting for this restaurant. They're pretty new and for the price, I think they have great bbq and def decent sushi for ayce! This place deserves a big shout out and it's highly recommended will definitely be back thanks Zeus and Undor! read more

Me and my husband have been to places that are 90 dollars a person and places that are 30 a person. None of them have such a great selection with amazing quality such as Gogi Nori. The staff is so kind and upbeat, they feel genuinely happy to be here. And the food? Amazing. Everything was good quality and so delicious. The service was super fast and they have so much to choose from. Sides, meat, sushi, and even a ramen station??? This place is insanely good. If you have a chance to even try just their lunch special, do yourself a favor and head over asap!!!!! read more

Goginori - Korean Near Me - Irvine, California

We came in on a weekday night and the service was very prompt and friendly. The atmosphere is my would upbeat music. We chose the premium menu and there are so many meat options, sushi and appetizer items to choose from. We enjoyed the food and love the varieties, especially when they're all delicious. We would definitely recommend this place! read more

Goginori - Korean Near Me - Irvine, California

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So freaking good. Ayce kbbq and sushi!!! Parking was easy and the service was great. Good quality meat and fish! Super clean inside too read more

The meet is fantastic! And service is quick! The inside is also very clean, nice ambiance, and large space. Recommend read more

Goginori - Inside - Korean Near Me - Irvine, California

Super amazing Very happy with the staff and happy with the quality of the food They were very welcoming and always coming around the table every 10 min read more

Nothing here was good. Not the meat quality, sushi, side dishes, or even the rice! I don't understand any of the positive reviews, and as another person noted, for a newish restaurant everything felt old and run down. Complete waste of money. read more

Was really excited to come here but was completely let down. This was one of the worst Korean bbq experiences we've ever had, and the price point for everything made it even more painful. For $57 a person we could have gone to Thirsty Cow or an all you can eat sushi spot with genuine quality. You can only order 5 pieces of nigiri at a time, and they are absolutely overstuffed with rice. The consistency of the rice is like a block of glue, and the quality of the fish was nothing impressive. Multiple times they sent us the wrong order, we got spicy tuna crispy rice instead of the yellowtail, basic yellowtail nigiri instead of the yuzu yellowtail, and the tuna tartar was a single piece of tuna that was a sad seared gray piece of fish on top of a pile of rice. It was advertised COMPLETELY differently on their menu and we didn't even realize it was the same thing. I was scared to eat it because it genuinely looked rotten. The tuna crispy rice was soaking in eel sauce, and the portions were TINY. It was genuinely gross to eat. The meat for the bbq was chewy and not tender at all, and the options were SO minimal for what you pay. We wanted to walk out and felt like we shouldn't even pay for what we received, and were greatly shocked that this place has such good reviews, the only good thing from our meal was the Coca Cola. Service is minimal since you order from the app, but overall seemed unprofessional and awkward. The ambiance of the restaurant feels a bit disorganized and like they are understaffed. The sushi chefs looked like they hated their lives. We will not be coming back and went home hungry and sad that we wasted so much of our money on this establishment. read more

Gogi Nori has only been open for about a month, so we expected they were still working through some growing pains. We were unexpectedly surprised by how good everything was. Both the sushi and the BBQ meats were top notch and everything was fresh and flavorful. The service was also great. Our server, Onder, was incredibly attentive and made sure we were well taken care of the entire meal. Definitely looking forward to coming back! read more

We found our new AYCE spot! This place is very welcoming from the entrance, to the servers, and exceptionally clean throughout. The service, suggestions, and answers to our questions were thoughtfully responded to and ensured we were satisfied. Obviously, the food was very premium, top quality flavor and taste, along with the sides - exceptional! read more

Goginori - Wagyu, Ribeye, Pork - Korean Near Me - Irvine, California