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    Hwang's Restaurant

    3.8 (398 reviews)
    ModerateKorean, Barbeque
    Open 4:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Moderate noise
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    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    An P.

    I genuinely appreciated Rosa's service today. My brother and I both wanted to eat KBBQ after a long day of work. We ordered the 3P. The amount of meat we received was well worth the price! We had brisket, pork belly, and galbi. They put thought into how much food to provide for the price given. Rosa stopped by often to cook for us and changed our grill before we even asked. This place has been around for years. I've been coming here since my teens! Ambiance is mom and pop. I've recently moved back home for school, and I'm glad I have access to KBBQ just minutes away. I wish Hwang's many more years of success. A staple in Gardena.

    Grilled Mackerel & Small Soybean Paste Stew
    Benjamin N.

    This place was a great find on a Sunday night! The owner is so warm, friendly and accommodating. We felt right at home! It was perfect! I don't really eat beef, so came for the Soybean Stew and Mackerel! Both dishes were so good and the portion sizes were very large! Barley tea was a good pairing with this and we will definitely be back!

    Tofu Kimchi (and pork!)
    Alex C.

    I ordered the Tofu Kimchi and WOW, it was absolutely fantastic. Honestly, if I had to pick a last meal, this might be it. The portion was massive and lasted me three full meals and it tasted amazing every single time, even when reheated. What really blew me away was how much pork was packed in. So flavorful and satisfying, it completely exceeded my expectations. 5 stars!

    Yum!
    Chrystina B.

    GOOD FOOD, DECENT SERVICE, AMAZING SALAD!! My bf and I went here before our movie date night, and I loved it. We literally whipped out yelp, and went to whatever Korean bbq that was closest! FOOD: 4/5 We ordered the 2 meats, and we picked the spicy pork, pork belly, and a few sides. My fav side was That friggin pancake thing, it was BOMB! It comes with 2 drinks, 2 rice, spicy cucumber, green salad, bean sprouts, and mashed potatoes. The only thing I didn't really like was potato salad- other than that, everything else was great! The meats were fresh and well seasoned, and I would definitely order the pork combo again! PRICE: 5/5 The price was $70.00 for two, including tax. It's about average, and I think it was decently priced. We had a lot of food, and it was really worth the price. CUSTOMER SERVICE: 2.5/5 Well, we did go during "hurricane Hillary" lol. So service was...well, not great, and not good either. It was my only negative feedback of our experience here, if I'm being honest. There was an older lady trying to serve the sides, and one guy seating, taking orders, ringing up, and trying to serve as well... as he was doing all of those things, us and other tables needed refills, napkins, to order other things...it's was just a mess. However, I know being short staffed must be the worst feeling for any business, so I try to give them grace. ALL AROUND: 4/5 I will definitely be coming back! After reading some of the other reviews, I see that people genuinely love this place, but the only complaint is the service. I know this place will continue to get better, and I hope when we go back it improves.

    Banchan. Love that they included pancake and potato salad.
    Peijean T.

    Home style Korean soup and dishes! Plus Korean BBQ with a burner on each (small) table which is great when there's just two of you. No need to wait to eat KBBQ with a large group, and because it's not AYCE they use higher quality meats than buffet style places. It's a family owned and run business that's been around for decades! Super friendly staff and the mom was cooking when we visited recently which was a huge plus for delicious authentic food. Portion sizes were excellent and they provided a lot of banchan side dishes including ones you don't always get at most Korean spots, yay. We ordered a bimbimbap and beef soup (galbi tang) and the soup really made me feel like I was eating homemade healthy comfort food. It had clear noodles and daikon and delicious meat on the bone. They're open late which is awesome. Just be aware that the last call is more than an hour before closing. When we ate recently we saw them turn away people 1 hour, 15 mins prior to the yelp listed close time.

    Bianka C.

    My new favorite Korean BBQ restaurant! It's not all you can eat but it's really good! So much flavor in all the meats and sides we ordered. We came in with a group of 8 and they say is right away and we're so accommodating and sweet with our kids. Our server even cut our kids some meat for them and played some kids music. It was so sweet of them and food was amazing! I highly recommend and will be back very soon!

    Irene Y.

    I'm not too picky when it comes to Korean BBQ, but I do prefer quality over quantity so I loved that Hwang's was no longer AYCE because the quality definitely showed in the meat selections we ordered. We ordered the Combo E which consisted of 5 meats of our choice (ok to double up) and either a soju or 5 sodas. We chose 2 brisket, 1 pork belly, 1 spicy bulgogi, and 1galbi. This was enough to feed our group of 7 adults and get us full, so you know Hwang's is not skimping on their portions. Also, 10/10 for service - the owner was SO sweet and personable. Looking forward to coming back the next time I am in the area.

    Bento 2. Galbi Box Meal

    Oh my gosh! There is so many things to say about this place. My family and I have been coming here since 2016 and can never find something similar or better! I love getting their take out and even eating there! The food is always so flavorful and delicious!!! The customer service as well is so great and we love April so much she is so kind and welcoming!! Overall the best place to go to and eat with the family.

    Yummy brisket
    Hannah B.

    If you are looking for a place that is open late with great meats and friendly service, This is the place: Landed in LAX hungry after flying for 14.5 hours. Didn't get rental car until 10:30pmish. Was in search for Korean BBQ that is open late. Found this life saver. Walked in at 11:05pm. They close at midnight on Saturday. New management. The mom and son was Uber- friendly. Great service. Satifying bbq. We ordered Combo C for three people, choice of 3 meat and sides. Ordered Brisket, Bullogi, Boneless rib and pork belly. We couldn't eat them all, so we took the leftovers home. Definitely have to come back when in the area again.

    Jason L.

    In Gardena this is the best Kbbq option. No frills, just good food and service. The menu isn't overly complicated. They have a few combos fairly priced with all the sides you need to fill you up. The meats + sides offered were of good quality and tasty. Highly recommend.

    Lil sides & beef brisket being cooked
    Crouching D.

    The food we ordered was a bountiful plenty, the beautiful hostess at the stand kindly greeted us & sat us. Immediately other people started coming in & the restaurant was busy but gave me a nostalgia feeling. It was the first time taking my little sister out & treating her to Korean bbq. Oh yeah they also let you keep all the food you ordered unlike most Korean bbq places !! Would & will come again :)

    Side dishes for bbq aka banchan
    Jenny M.

    Arrived just before 11pm and they still allowed us in and to order as normal - did not feel rushed at all considering it was getting close to closing time. The staff were really friendly. Food was great, we ordered two meats and a soup to share. The meat and all side dishes came out and I was so overwhelmed I had to ask if the kitchen could prepare the soup for take away. The lady came over to help us cook our bbq meats after which was nice as we were hungry and wanted to eat and leave so they could get on with their closing. We asked if we could take everything we couldn't eat away and they packed it for us nicely. There were a few others in the restaurant but they were finishing up. I really enjoyed it here and was very satisfied with my meal considering I literally rolled out of a nap and went to eat some bbq before sleeping again like a beast. Thank you for making my belly happy. Would recommend!

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    11 months ago

    Jenny was amazing! Super nice and great service! The whole team here is top notch. Definitely worth it!

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    9 months ago

    Staff is great, very friendly and is kept very clean. Food is amazing and you get huge portions!

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    2 years ago

    Overall just horrible!! Meat is very hard to chew and red paest soup had couple of tofu and that was it.

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    Ask the Community - Hwang's Restaurant

    Does this place currently have AYCE?

    Hello. Thank you for inquiring. We are not AYCE. We offer combination sets from 2-3 ppl ($63) to 7-9 ppl ($200) averaging at $25-$30 per person.

    Hello there! Is your soybean paste stew vegan?

    Hello. Yes, it is.

    Are there also options for pre cooked meat instead of cook yourself?

    Hello. We can cook the meat in the kitchen at your request and have various meat dishes as well.

    Hello. I see different menu prices. What's the price for all you can eat?

    Hello, we are no AYCE. We offer combo sets staring from $62.99-$119.99 Or can be purchased individually.… 

    This place is listed today as having outdoor seating. Is it still available? If it is, is it covered or heated? How many people can sit there?…

    Hello, We do not currently have outdoor seating. Yelp had misinformation and has been updated, sorry… 

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    This restaurant's $90 per person A5 wagyu set is absolutely excellent value for money. Most…read moreimportantly, they don't just source premium fresh ingredients--the service is also thoughtful and attentive. Their omakase has three price tiers, and only the $90 per person option features A5 wagyu. If it fits your budget, I highly recommend this set. While it's a $90 per person teppanyaki counter experience, be prepared: the 98% of meat requires you to grill the meat yourself, so mastering the heat is crucial! I also tried their grapefruit choju--made with freshly squeezed grapefruit juice--and their matcha beer from Kyoto. I highly recommend both; they're absolutely delicious.

    We came to Wagyu Butcher on a Friday night early dinner for our anniversary after a recommendation…read morefrom friends and it did not disappoint. If you're gonna splurge, go all out, am I right? But seriously, they offer 3 levels of omakase and the lowest tier does not seem worth it IMO. While you do get Wagyu, it's all lesser cuts. The middle level is the minimum to make the exp worth it, but as I said above, if you're going to splurge, get the full A5 experience! You won't regret it! Stepping into the restaurant, there is a small vestibule of sorts that separate the entrance from the actual dining area creating a sense of separation. Diners all sit along a huge c-shaped counter where there are gas burners for every 2 seats. Servers lean over the counter to take orders and provide advice on how to best cook your meat. You start off with a mix of small bites equating to the appetizer course. All levels come w a Wagyu sashimi which had just the right amount of savory and a great way to foreshadow dishes to come. At the start, the chef reviews the meats for that evening's meal. He was very cheerful but TBH, I couldn't only understand every other word he said but the message was clear -- this A5 meat is from Japan and high quality. Before every course, servers would reiterate the cut and its accompanying sauce as well as give grilling instructions. While I was nervous about having to cook these small $$$$ cuts on my own, it turned out ok. I just erred on the shorter side and threw pieces back on the grill if too chewy. All the A5 cuts were buttery and delicious. Our omakase came A5 cuts of filet, chuck flap, striploin and sukiyaki. All the meats were already pre seasoned to some degree and meant to be eaten with specific sauces but I liked to sample each piece as is before trying it with the sauces. The filet and chuck flap I thought were better on their own. The striploin was my favorite though as it was a thick strip that god a good, Cheung char on its sides but middle was still rather rare and you could bite through so easily. Second was the sukiyaki which was drenched in a whipped butter and so flavorful. The non-Wagyu items were fillers. The short rib was decent and flavorful but the skirt and sirloin were so sinewy and chewy even after longer grill times. They were lowlights and why I don't think the middle or lower omakase levels are worth it. The top level also came with a shrimp ajillo and bone marrow dish which was basically giant, raw, butterflies shrimp cooked in melted marrow. The shrimp took on a beefy undertone while the marrow had a shrimpy flavor. You had a small slice of a grilled baguette to eat and I used it with w marrow. It was so decadent and rich and unexpected. Definitely a stand out dish. Finally the meal ends with a butcher curry (which was delicious, I could eat a giant bowl of that on its own). The portion that comes w the omakase is not big but it's mean to fill you up if you're not yet full. Then came "chef's dessert" which was a light and fluffy but of a strawberry cake with raspberry sauce. Though hefty on the wallet, the meal was fantastic and we had a great time. All that said, I wish the side sauces had been better communicated at the start of the meal (salt, garlic paste, pepper powder and negishio(?)) and and to call the experience interactive is kind of generous since interactions are just them explaining the foods and is not any "more interactive" than interacting with wait staff other restaurant. But that's such a minor complaint as we could have asked about the side items or engaged with the staff more. Highly recommended but come prepared to spend. Else save up so you can spend.

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