The Best Beef Special Combo in Town! Absolute Perfection! I've been to many Korean BBQ spots, but Hodori BBQ truly stands out as a cut above the rest. We ordered the Beef Special Combo, and it exceeded all my expectations. The variety and quality of the beef were phenomenal--every cut was incredibly fresh, well-marbled, and melted in my mouth. ​The attention to detail here is what sets them apart. From the savory denjang-jjigae (soybean paste stew) to the perfectly seasoned banchan (side dishes)--especially the kkakdugi (radish kimchi)--everything was delicious and authentic. ​My Personal Recommendation: You MUST order the mul-naengmyeon (cold buckwheat noodles) to finish. Here's a pro tip: wrap a piece of the grilled galbi from the combo around the cold noodles. The combination of the hot, savory meat and the cold, refreshing broth is out of this world! It was the highlight of my meal. ​The atmosphere was wonderful, and the serving robot was such a cute and fun touch to the impeccable service. It's the perfect place for a memorable meal with family and friends. I'll be recommending this place to everyone I know. Can't wait to come back! read more

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Amazing food, kind staff, and a very clean place. It's not just the beef--the stews, bibim noodles, and other dishes are all incredibly delicious. I've been here multiple times, and each visit leaves me satisfied and happy. read more

Hodori BBQ - Meat combo - Korean Near Me - Arcadia, California

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I came here on a Monday night with my family and the restaurant wasn't busy, so we expected a fairly smooth experience. We ordered the large beef special combo, which serves 3-4 people. The meat quality was there but nothing in particular stood out in terms of flavor. The banchan was pretty mediocre too. For the price, there are better options in the area such as Baekjeong. The staff was very polite, but the restaurant was a bit understaffed so it was hard to get their attention. On the upside, they offered to cook for us and also provided beef tallow to clean the grill, so there was no need for grill changes. Overall, it was an average experience and I wouldn't choose this over other Korean BBQ spots. read more

Hodori BBQ - Korean Near Me - Arcadia, California

Server looks like they dont wanna be there.... we were there 10 mins after they're open. My tofu soup was a little on the bland side compared to other tofu soup places I went to. The kalbi/galbi seasoned nicely. All side dishes were on point except radish was tasted weird. When we walked in, someone cleaning the table and it smelled too strong. Not good while eating smelling that spray... just saying. read more

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We walked into the restaurant for an early dinner and it wasn't packed. The servers were attentive and helped cook the meat on the grill. They also gave us lots of refill for the salad and banchan when we asked. The food was a little salty for my taste but my husband liked the meat. The spicy cold noodles were very flavorful and not spicy for me. The space was big but a little warm read more

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The small beef combo is definitely enough to feed a party of 2, maybe 3 if you're really pushing it. Meat quality is pretty up there, so very worth the price The omurice was SO GOOD! Although, I would have liked the egg to have been just a tad bit softer, almost runny type of fluff, but is probably just a personal preference. read more

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Went on a weekend during the lunch service. The servers were incredibly friendly and very understanding. Because we had a baby sitting with us they were quick to accommodate a baby seat. They also have high chairs if you'd like! They also gave us a more quiet corner so we had space for our strollers. The meat quality is really god as well! I recommend the combos they are a great way to get various cuts of meats without breaking the bank as much. I'll note with the spicy tofu soup it's definitely very spicy so that's something to keep in mind. I'll admit it's definitely on the pricey end but I also appreciate it's not ayce. read more

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GIVE BILLY AN IMMEDIATE RAISE AND PROMOTION. Two nights ago, I ordered around 145$ worth of take-out food for me and my family. My family and I work long hours, often skipping meals to examine patients and help with their miscellaneous needs. That day was no different as I only had a small yogurt for breakfast-no lunch. So by the time I had dinner, it was already past 8:30 PM and there were quite a lot to carry. As someone with a wrist injury and with the sheer amount of food that I had to carry in my hypoglycemic state, I dreaded the prospect of 1) exacerbating my wrist injury and 2) needing to make multiple trips to carry all the food. That is where Billy came in to save the day. Billy OFFERED to carry the food to my car. Him and his kind worker found a box to stack all the food and then Billy proceeded to lift the heavy Hodori BBQ order to my car. But then, I messed up. Due to my hypoglycemia, I was suffering from cognitive fatigue and brain fog. I accidentally made Billy go down the steps into the wrong parking section-wasting his time, effort, and energy lifting that heavy load of food. I felt bad. When I apologized, he had no malice in his voice and reassured me that I wasn't of any trouble. "It's all good" he reiterated. After the mishap, Billy's demeanor was still as sweet and compassionate--expressing genuine empathy about the whole ordeal. He even shared his experiences of when he is hungry to build rapport with me and make me feel less embarrassed. Firstly, Billy didn't need to help me carry that heavy box of food, let alone OFFER TO HELP-but he did. Secondly, he didn't need to be so kind and reassuring, making sure I didn't feel embarrassed and bad, about my mistake. I was throughly impressed by how wonderful of a human being Billy is and truly believe that this man deserves a raise and promotion for his exceptional customer service and care. It is due to Billy that I know that I will be coming back to more often. However, I would like to know that this man received a raise or promotion; his kindness was a beacon of sunshine, the highlight, of my stressful and long day. I know that any other customers, when interfacing with Billy, would feel the same warm glow emanating from Billy and thus, be converted to a loyal customer of Hodori BBQ. read more

Hodori BBQ - BILLY THE HERO - Korean Near Me - Arcadia, California

The mall has always been a bustling place where people of all ages and backgrounds convene to escape the heat, cold , rain. In said mall, one occasionally seeks a respite to enjoy good food, a nice atmosphere, friendly staff, cold beer. Enter Hodori BBQ. After walking by several times, we decided to stop in. We were in between lunch and dinner so a full BBQ portion was not needed. The friendly server was helpful and patient as we decided on Bibimbap and draft beers. What we didn't realize was the delicious Banchan that would be served along with the Bibimbap. Amazing meal that hit the spot! We did not want to leave the experience. At the price point, I can very well see myself here a few times a week. read more

Hodori BBQ - Banchan and Bibimbap - Korean Near Me - Arcadia, California

I've passed by this spot so many times walking through the promenade in the Santa Anita Mall, finally got a chance to give it a go. I opted to get a few ala carte dishes since I read the reviews about the sets being too pricey. Service was attentive when we arrived and we placed our orders fairly quickly. Tried these 3 dishes out. Gyeranjjim (steamed eggs) - Very good, not sure if it's worth $6.99 but it was tasty. It was a solid appetizer and is a Korean classic. (4/5) Sulungtang - This was solid and quite flavorful. Beef pieces were super tender and had a good amount of glass noodles. Really enjoyed it. (4.5/5) Galbitang - Few rib pieces with super tender meat. Flavor was very strong, wife thought it was a bit salty but I enjoyed it. Overall solid flavors (4/5). These all came with unlimited refillable side dishes which I thought were better than other Kbbq spots that I've been too. Overall a delicious spot even only getting the ala carte dishes. Another plus is that it wasn't too crowded on a Friday and they have huge tables to accommodate larger parties. Overall, it's pricey compared to other spots but for the stuff I got wasn't too bad. Spent $49 for two soups and an appetizer. read more

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Been here twice and both times were awesome! I recently won their Instagram Giveaway and received a free Large Beef Combo. Thank you so much for this delicious meal. Super good quality meats, very tender and juicy. Yummy sides and good service. read more

Hodori BBQ - large beef combo - Korean Near Me - Arcadia, California

I was excited when I ordered spicy squid but it came out tons of vegetables. Spicy pork and soups is good. read more

Hodori BBQ - I order spicy squid n 32 dollars. It's all vegan - Korean Near Me - Arcadia, California

This food is great with good cuts, family friendly fun, and good service.I will for sure come again!The waiters always replenished our dishes of soy sauce or etc whenever we ran out!It was great!Would come by again!Also very peaceful at first then slowly got more busy throughout the night. read more

Located inside the shops at Santa Anita mall. Plenty of parking available but can get really busy depending on when you come. I always pass by but never ate in here. Finally decided to make our way inside. It's much bigger than I expected and fits a lot of larger sized parties too. Perfect spot to eat after spending a day shopping. We ordered the beef special combo set which included a few diff types of meats and served with rice, salad, corn cheese and choice of stew. We also ordered the egg custard which is a Korean staple. This I could've done without. The waiters were attentive and came to help cook and grill our food. Loved their banchan, loved everything! Also, the bathrooms were surprisingly very clean compared to other places! read more

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KBBQ inside of the Arcadia Mall was hard to find and a little pricey, but we were in the mood for bibimbap today. The restaurant is located on the Nordstrom side of the mall with the outdoor Asian restaurants across from Cha Tea. They have a decent weekday lunch special for soups at $11.99 but we opted for their a la carte options for our party of 4: Omurice (Delicious and had a homemade ketchup sauce), two galbi bibimbap bowls (beef was a little overcooked but flavor was good and so was the chili sauce they mixed in), and one japchae (this was the best of the dishes we tried and even had some beef in it) Everything was larger portions than we expected and we could've split two amongst the four of us! The service was really great too. It tends to be a little pricey, but they have robot staff and very clean modern decor. We might come back to try out their combo KBBQ since our a la carte came out to be about $100, which is similar to some of their lowest KBBQ options. Overall, it was a nice place. read more

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Amazing experience! The meat was incredibly tender and full of flavor. The staff were very attentive and made sure everything was cooked perfectly. Great place for a nice dinner or gathering. read more

BEWARE. They charge tip on the sales tax! An extra $6 after paying a generous 20% tip on the meal that was over $300 for 4 people. Consider, if they are desperate to cheat a customer by adding a few dollars to the bill, where else are they cutting corners? Hygiene? Food quality? Sanitation? Hodori BBQ will soon find itself out of business if they have to cheat each customer, even in this otherwise small way. read more

Loved my lunch! Attentive service, delicious food, great prices and big portions! How can you say no?! My first visit at Hodori BBQ didn't disappoint. Very nice interior design, bright and roomy with large booths for barbecuing. What caught my eye, was the advertisement that they use Snake River Farms. Their meat selections are top notch and beyond exceptional. Since it was lunchtime, I only ordered the à la cart Bibimpap. I enjoyed the cold version over salad and vegetables. The egg was perfectly made for me. As you can see, there was a lot of food! They provide individual containers to separate your meal. I got it all home safe and secure. I can't wait to return and barbecue up some Wagyu! read more

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My family and I walked into Hodori on a Saturday afternoon, and it was practically empty! It doesn't look like it from the outside, but the inside of the restaurant was spacious, clean, and decorated nicely. We didn't want KBBQ, but opted for some of their a la carte dishes. My partner ordered the bibimbap, me the sulungtang, and the tteok manduguk for our kid. My partner also ordered a Sapporo (only $3 during lunch!). The banchan came and it was the usual fare: kimchi, radish kimchi, bean sprouts, etc. All of it was good and fresh. All the food came out a little while after that, piping hot! Unfortunately the bibimbap was bland, even with my partner dousing it in the hot sauce that was provided. The steak in the rice was also not seasoned well, which was disappointing. The manduguk was really good, with just a taste of ginger. My kid enjoyed the broth and rice cakes! The sulungtang was so comforting and delicious after I added the usual salt and green onions (I asked for more green onions). The beef slices also had great texture! When I was almost done with the broth, I put some kimchi and the juice in it and it completed the meal beautifully for me. They also had a frozen treats menu (all $3 each). My son got a mango melona to enjoy after our meal. I would definitely come back again and try their ganjang gejang and their KBBQ! read more

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First time been there in a few years and boy oh boy prices went through the roof! We wondered why the place was so empty, needless to say the food was ok and the servers couldn't stop trying to help you cook, I was like this is part of the experience, needless to say we won't be returning but you judge for yourself, oh yeah and there wasn't any chicken or seafood on the platters. read more

Came here randomly for dinner aboit 2 weeks ago after walking around the mall and was met with great service. Our server Irene took our order and took great care of us. It was our first time here and she helped us cooked our meat perfectly. We got a small beef combo and kimchi jiggae and it was very filling. We'll definitely be back. Thank you Irene and Billy for taking care of us and great service. read more

3.5 stars for the banchan, ambience, and service. My friend and I came on a Friday at 6 pm before mall filled up. The meat tasted average and was pricy, but portions were big. We paid about $50 per person after tax and tip sharing the Small Beef Combo ($80). My friend also got a pint of Sapporo for $4. I think I enjoyed the banchan the most. There was a variety of 6+ side dishes and house salad. There seemed to be a special twist on traditional sides: shredded carrot and cucumber with the bean sprouts, tofu mixed with the broccoli, crisp diced apple in the potato salad, etc. Instead of rice, we requested rice paper. I forget if we got the soybean or kimchi stew for our combo. Here are my notes on the meat: - Prime beef brisket: A little dry. Not as flavorful as my usual $30/pp AYCE joint if I'm being honest. - Prime boneless short rib: Also okay. I didn't notice a difference from the marinated version. - Wagyu bulgogi: Why marinate wagyu? - Prime marinated beef short rib: Standard, but good. Service was attentive, maybe a little too good lol! I asked our server to give us more time to finish the meat before she started cooking the next round. She obliged, and we were able to eat and chat at a comfortable pace. read more

Hodori BBQ - Small Beef Combo - Brisket and banchan - Korean Near Me - Arcadia, California

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I ordered their Beef Special Large Combo which comes with a huge variety of prime beef including Rib Eye, Boneless Short Rib, Rib Finger Meat, Brisket, and Bulgogi. This set serves 3 to 4 people and was a lot of food for us. Their large combo also came with kimchi jjigae and I was so impressed by the tangy and savory flavor. This was hands down one of the best Korean soups I've had in a while. Their free sides include unlimited kimchi, mashed potatoes, radish, rice paper, salad, and broccoli. The restaurant is clean, spacious, and had a great ambiance! I loved our server. He was so helpful and sweet, amazing service! read more

Hodori BBQ - Beef Special Large Combo - Korean Near Me - Arcadia, California

Food here is seriously so good! We're already full just from the meat, but somehow we just can't stop eating . The kimchi fried rice and naengmyeon are always a must--consistently amazing every time. The beef combo comes with generous portions and great quality meat. Even the marinated meats are perfectly seasoned--exactly my taste. This is hands down our go-to Korean BBQ spot! read more

I came by on a Sunday night with my family and ordered the large beef combo, the portions were just right, we ordered four rice as well and it was filling. It was my first time here and honestly I did have more expectations for a restaurant pricing its menu at such a high price. Compared to its competitors, the other non-ayce kbbq will grill for you when they price their menu high. We were asked if we needed help grilling after we have cut the meat and waiting for it to get to a medium cook. The service was attentive, we were asked multiple times if we needed anything which was good. I am giving it three stars based on the pricing of this restaurant and the experience received, definitely think that it could have been better with a more customer forward experience like the other kbbq places. I think it has good potential to be at five stars as the food quality of the meat and side dishes were good :) read more

Hodori BBQ - Large Beef Combo - Korean Near Me - Arcadia, California

Came to Hodori with friends since we all wanted kbbq and we were in the area. It took awhile for a server to take our order and the servers kept forgetting about my table and our requests. No one came to check up on my group during the entire 3 hours I was there. I had to request for more water, more banchan, a grill change, etc. The servers were very forgetful and would apologize for the delay/forgetting but it was happening so often that it was unacceptable. The food/meat quality here is also mid so overall, I did not enjoy my meal here. Save yourself the time and just eat somewhere else. read more

I am a huge fan of kbbq, but I usually go for the AYCE options. However, Hodori BBQ exceeded my expectations for a la carte kbbq. Food: 5/5 We ordered the small beef special. It came with brisket, bulgogi (marinated), marinated short ribs, unmarinated short ribs, sides, and veggies. The brisket was tender and paired really well with their chili sauce. The short rib has a perfect blend of fatty meat. My favorite was their bulgogi, it was marinated perfectly, not too sweet, not too bland. Their salad also helps breakdown the heaviness of the meats and their dressing is light but flavorful. Price: 4/5 We split the small between 3 people. It was about $33 per person, which is around the same price as all you can eat. We were definitely full, but not overly stuff. I think we filled up on side dishes as well. It is worth the price if you care more about quality than quantity. Service: 5/5 We got seated right when we walked in. The service was amazing. The servers refilled our side dishes any time they were empty. The servers even came and helped us grill some of the meats. The meat special came out all together and the side dishes were delivered by a robot. Things were quick and efficient. Ambiance: 5/5 I normally worry that I smell like meat after eating kbbq, but this place is clean and well ventilated. They also have an open kitchen so we could see our meats being freshly cut. Really great place for large parties as well. read more

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So healing! We ordered delivery and had the galbi tang, kimchi jjigae, and omurice. Definitely too much for 2 people but we couldn't resist! Everything was incredible! The omurice was so flavorful and the soups really hit the spot on a cold day. Delivery came with a personal tray of 4 ban chan per dish. Can't wait to order again! read more

Food was fine but service was completely abysmal, it was evidently clear to us that the servers were trying to rush people through their meal do not come here, even though their manager has replied they have not changed read more

Great spot for KBBQ in Arcadia. Tons of tables inside so I've never had to wait here. We've had both the beef and pork combos and both are really tasty. Great banchan and soups too. I didn't like the shrimp fried rice and wouldn't get it again. The japchae isn't my favorite either. I think I'll stick to the meat combos. Very kid-friendly too. My 3 year olds like the food and never had an issue here. read more

We got the L Beef Special Combo, which came stacked with: Prime Rib Eye Prime Boneless Short Rib Prime Marinated Beef Boneless Short Rib Prime Beef Rib Finger Meat Prime Beef Brisket Bulgogi Everything was well-marbled, flavorful, and grilled up beautifully. Great cuts, solid portions, and a relaxed atmosphere. Service was awesome, and their side dishes were even better. LOVEEEE the potato salad!! read more

Good food and amazing service!! Came for dinner on a Friday and we were able to get seated right away. We had a party of 4 so we ended up ordering the Omurice, Galbitang, and Small Beef Special Combo. My favorite was the Omurice, it was a huge serving and the sauce on top was delicious! Galbitang was also great and the meat was super tender and soft. The small combo has four meats, the brisket was okay it was too lean. The boneless short rib was the best, so tender and perfectly fatty! All the food cane out really fast and the bbq they cook for you! The servers are super attentive and they also helped us take the bone off of our Galbitang done!! The store itself is huge with lots of seating and is very clean. Would definitely come again! The prices were fair too, it ended up being a little less than $40/person and we were so stuffed!! read more

Hodori BBQ - Lunch Special Deal - Korean Near Me - Arcadia, California

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We went on Sunday around 12:30pm and it was fairly busy already, but we didn't have to wait long. We ordered the XL combo meal for 6 adults and it was good portion. We thought about ordering extra stuff but glad we didn't because portion was good already. Quality of the food was solid. Unlimited refill on the small dishes, salad and corn cheese. Yum!! Service was good as they come often to check on whatever needed and bring over food quickly. It's a bit smokey inside but not too bad but as you can expect from any bbq place, you'd walk out smelling a bit. I'm glad this is not ayce so we don't feel compelled to pig out. There's plenty of food included in the combo as is so you are not walking out hungry at all. Overall a solid restaurant with quality of food services etc. look forward to comeback again! read more

The meat quality here is amazing at a super reasonable price especially compared to la prices :) generous with the banchan, and the side dishes went amazing with the meat, my favorite was definitely the bibimnengmyeon (spicy cold noodle!). We reordered another serving of the marinated rib eye because it was just so good, but the beef platter was plenty for 4 people. The service was super attentive and friendly even though the restaurant was very busy! Would definitely come back if i'm in the area. read more

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How about negative Stars!! Came here for a birthday celebration with party of 12! They accept reservation hence we decided to come here vs. BKJ, maybe we should have waited at BKJ. The only up side was no wait , that's the one star. Now let's talk about everything else: super under staff, food came OUT LATE and SLOW. But no fault of the waiter he was in charge of the entire east side of the restaurant. Food was ok, nothing special, you can get the same quality in other KBBQ places. So here's the kicker, we spent $850 and they charged for paper to go container for leftovers. SAY WHAT?? that's ridiculous! The only place I've ever been to that charges the customer for leftover containers and I eat out 7 days a week. Never ever have I seen that. Won't be back! read more

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Service was excellent, very helpful on explaining different meats and platters! Making sure our table was good

A great option for kbbq that does not involve going to Korea Town! The combo sets here are very reasonable and the meats are good quality and delicious. All the non-kbbq options are also amazing--the japchae, soups, etc. Would definitely recommend! read more

Excellent service and beautiful cuts of meat. Lots of banchan, grills are very efficient. Tanked are nice and spacious. The robots are efficient bringing the trays of food out. I highly recommend read more

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Manpuku in West Hollywood would never. Pro's Seating was fast. Portion size was good. Waiters were friendly for the most part. The steam egg was good. Con's Service was bad... first they put out our grill really really low for the wagyu. Then they turned our grill super high to the point where it was charring the short ribs without cooking the inside of them. I had to start cutting them and moving them to the edge of the grill in hopes to keep it from burning. The quality of meat was not worth the price. The short ribs were tough. I'm used to eating wagyu sashimi so raw meat doesn't freak me out. Save yourself the experience and hit quarters in k town. At least they cook for you there and it's a similar price point. read more

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The staff is really nice and the atmosphere is really quiet. They have high ceilings with large tables. Their menu have a large selection from Korean bbq to raw crab to your typical beef bone soups as well. We ordered the small beef BBQ and that was more than enough for 2 people. I think this is a good family place when you want to grab comfort food but cannot decide exactly what you want to eat. I saw many table order some bbq and share some other Korean soup or dish from their menu. read more

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