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    Lunch Bang

    4.7 (303 reviews)
    ModerateKorean
    Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed

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    Doug B.

    Lunch Bang is a small hole in the wall lunch spot. They are located in a small strip mall with plenty of parking available. They are open from 10:00am to 3:30pm and closed on Sunday. The interior is very unassuming, and almost seems like a pop-up in a vacant space. It is very raw but clean, and has five small tables inside. I arrived around 10:50am on a Friday morning. There was only one other person eating inside, but within 20 minutes it was packed with people waiting for their orders and hoping for a table to become available. They have a big screen TV mounted on the wall which was playing a World Cup soccer match. It was a cool vibe that everybody was reacting to the game while eating. The menu is very simple with only three burgers and three Korean options. Everything was surprisingly inexpensive. I got a good first impression when I walked up to the counter to order. Doug at the register made a comment about the Top Gun hat I was wearing, which led to some fun conversation. Since it wasn't busy yet, we ended up chatting for several minutes, and he was very friendly. I ordered the Backyard Burger with two patties ($8) and an order of fries ($4). Everything is made fresh to order. There is a cooler against the wall with refrigerated beverages available. My order was ready in about five minutes. When I picked up my order from the counter, I was offered complimentary chilis which I happily accepted. I opened the container and the patties completely fill the inside. The bun was toasted and very soft and fresh. The patties had a great char on them, and the burger was very flavorful with cheese, onions, pickles, mustard, and ketchup inside. This was probably the best smash burger I've ever had. The fries are medium cut and are a generous serving size. They are cooked in beef tallow and had great flavor. The peppers were pretty hot. I was really impressed with the quality and flavor of the food. It tastes even better when it is so inexpensive. This meal was only $13 including tax. This is a place I would definitely return to. I'd recommend coming before or after prime lunch time to avoid the crowd. Five stars all the way, just ignore the very raw interior.

    Beef bulgogi bibimbap
    James Y.

    One of my students said his friend opened this place and I was close by so made a visit. They don't have a really big menu which made it easy to select. I went with the bulgogi bowl, which was rice, bulgogi, fried egg (cooked to your liking), lettuce, and pickled cucumbers. The meat was very tasty and yummy. The lettuce gives the meal a nice crunch with the cucumbers giving it a nice freshness. All is all, would definitely be back when in the area.

    Jay W.

    Hidden gem spot. Great service and amazing food. Place is super small and most people get it to go. The burgers are super good and fresh. It is a smash burger place. Got the OK burger and my biggest regret is I didn't get a double. Bread is super fluffy and light and the seasoning is perfect.

    California Burger, OK Burger, Fries
    Danica

    Lunch Bang is easy to overlook but absolutely worth a stop. Small, casual, unpretentious -- and the burgers deliver. We ordered the OK Burger, California Burger, and fries. The OK Burger comes with sauce, pickles, grilled onions, and cheese, and the California adds lettuce and tomato. Both were really well executed -- crispy edges on the smash patty, soft bun, generous toppings, and high quality ingredients throughout. You can get a single or double patty which is a nice option depending on how hungry you are. The fries are a standout too -- seemed to be cooked in beef tallow which gives them an extra savory flavor, and the texture leans limpy which I personally really liked. Variety of options for food as well with Korean dishes. Friendly cashier and a solid casual spot overall. Can't wait to come back!

    Julian E.

    If you've been sleeping on Lunch Bang, wake up. This spot is quietly putting out one of the better smash burgers in Orange County, and it's doing it without the pretension or the price tag that usually comes with "elevated" burger joints. The burger itself hits exactly how a smash burger should thin, crispy edged patty, great crust from the griddle, and flavor that doesn't rely on a mountain of toppings to carry it. It's light enough that you don't feel weighed down after eating, which honestly sets it apart. The price is one of the most pleasant surprises. For what you're getting quality ingredients, real technique, a burger that actually tastes like someone cared it's genuinely affordable. No sticker shock, no "is this really worth it?"

    Brian B.

    That was a fantastic Hamburger. Now I know why Santa Anna is talking about this place. The fries may be cooked in Beef Tallow. Not sure, but they seem hand cut onsite and has that Allow crisp. Burger was Juicy and worth the Hype. Also tried the Beef Bulgogi with Rice and good Lawd that was good too. It was even good the next day when I took it to work for Lunch. Prices are more than reasonable and for what I got I would call I a deal. Appearance be damned, keep that in mind. If you are a cautious person and don't do well in different Neighborhoods, Cultures and Office Parks, still go. Just get the Food to go and have Louise behind the Wheel ready to make a Getaway. Personally, I understand my Assignments and I'm already planning on going back this week. The Neighborhood is fine and I been to worse in other cities. Especially Vegas. The things I'll do for Wings! It's a Hit. Y'allhollatchaboy.

    California burger
    Ted S.

    Had a single patty California burger, and enjoyed it immensely. Lacy thin patty with maillard to the max. A ton of flavor from such a small amount of meat. Withe the lettuce, pickles, tomatoes and cheese, it was very balanced on that soft potato bun. 5/5 Fries: ate several but wasn't really a fan. They aren't fried the traditional way, frying once, letting rest, and frying again. These fries still had the bite of the potato. 2/5 Small space, small menu, great burgers.

    Justin K.

    The location isn't anything special and the inside isn't anything fancy, but they do have some tasty burgers. I got their double smash burger with all the fixings with fries. If you go during lunch time, do expect a little bit of a wait. They make things fresh! The burger itself was very tasty. I always love me a good smash burger! Where I'll knock off a star is their fries. It was good, but a tad over salted. I couldn't finish the fries because of how salty it was. I'll probably ask for no salt next time. But yeah, this place is good. Definitely check it out!

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    Vincent N.

    A very limited menu with 3 burgers and 3 Korean rice bowls! Definitely recommend their smash burgers! It's quite possibly one of the best I have had! The three burgers have very subtitle differences! The backyard burger and OK burgers only difference is the ketchup and mustard and the diced onions or grilled onions. I recommend the double smash California burger! It comes with lettuce and tomatoes! Burgers were just so flavorful and the buns were soft and a little milk bun like.

    Kathlena H.

    omg yum! I've been seeing this place all over instagram for a while and have had it saved and so glad I finally tried it for lunch! In a quiet unassuming plaza, I wasn't sure I was at the right place at first. The fries are hand made and such a big and deliciously fresh portion! Love how they are served in a Chinese take out box. The burger was smashinnnn! Omg the flavor was unreal! I will be back. SOOOON

    Current menu July 2026
    Lynn B.

    Great OK burger, fries and Bulgogi Bibimbap. Open longer hours now. Family favorite a few tables and chairs with a TV.

    Alex M.

    This place has a decent burger, but it's not the end-all that the IG influencers make it out to be. When we went, the restaurant itself was super hot and the wait was very long. The burger itself was cooked pretty well, but it was pretty salty. Their fries are not bad, but there are better options in the area. Overall, if you're looking for a decent burger and it's not lunch hour, this is a good spot, otherwise you're better off elsewhere.

    Michael S.

    Came back recently during lunch and the burgers are still bomb and consistent. Still worth the price too. It was pretty busy that day, but we were able to get a seat. This time I got their California Burger which is basically a burger with lettuce, tomatoes, and onion. My friend got their OG smash burger with fries and also beef bibimbap. Will come back again. Just wished it was closer to HB.

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